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正己烷市場報告按應用(食用油萃取、醫療保健、工業溶劑、黏合劑配方等)和地區 2024-2032N-Hexane Market Report by Application (Edible Oil Extraction, Healthcare, Industrial Solvent, Adhesive Formulation, and Others), and Region 2024-2032 |
2023年,全球正己烷市場規模達到26.401億美元。展望未來, IMARC Group預計到2032年市場規模將達到34.93億美元,2024-2032年複合年成長率(CAGR)為3.1%。產品作為工業和化學產品溶劑的廣泛採用、製藥行業的顯著成長以及食品行業作為石油提取劑的產品需求的增加是推動市場的一些主要因素。
正己烷 (C6H14) 是一種揮發性脂肪烴,是原油精煉和天然氣加工的副產品。它在室溫下是一種無色液體,具有溫和的汽油樣氣味。它常用於提取過程,例如從種子和蔬菜中提取油以及清潔和脫脂。正己烷也用作各種應用的溶劑混合物的成分,包括油漆稀釋劑和油墨配方。它具有低熔點、高可燃性以及與其他碳氫化合物和有機溶劑的混溶性。因此,正己烷在石油開採、製藥和電子製造業有著廣泛的應用。
預計全球正己烷市場在預測期內將以更大的CAGR擴張。作為聚丙烯、皮革、油漆和橡膠等工業和化學產品的主要溶劑,產品被廣泛採用,有利於市場成長。除此之外,由於其優異的溶劑性能,醫藥、黏合劑、塗料和化學合成等產業對正己烷的需求不斷增加,對市場成長產生了積極影響。此外,成品油需求的成長和群眾健康意識的增強也是成長的推動因素。正己烷廣泛用於食品工業,從種子、蔬菜和其他原料中提取油。其他因素包括廣泛的研發 (R&D) 活動、由於其成本效益和可回收性而廣泛採用的產品,以及清潔和脫脂行業不斷成長的產品需求。
醫藥產業顯著成長
作為從植物等天然來源中提取活性藥物成分 (API) 的溶劑,該產品被廣泛採用,這是創造積極市場前景的關鍵因素之一。此外,正己烷廣泛用於工業中的多種合成和分離技術,也用於製造模具,進一步用於成型丸劑和片劑。此外,清潔和消毒設備、容器和製造領域的產品利用率不斷提高,以有效去除製藥業的殘留物、油和污染物,也促進了市場的成長。除此之外,持續的研發 (R&D) 活動、對天然產物和標準化 API 不斷成長的需求以及對高效溶劑和萃取劑的需求正在支持市場成長。
提高化學工業的產品採用率
正己烷廣泛用作化學合成中溶解和萃取各種化合物的溶劑。它有助於有機化合物的純化和分離,包括醫藥中間體、特殊化學物質和其他有機物質。此外,化學工業中黏合劑、塗料和密封劑配方中擴大採用產品作為溶劑,這也推動了市場的成長。此外,從植物、油和天然產物等各種來源提取有機化合物的廣泛產品利用正在推動市場成長。除此之外,正己烷作為溶劑來生產橡膠、黏合劑和塗料的應用不斷增加,也促進了市場的成長。
產品在清潔和脫脂行業中廣泛採用
正己烷因其優異的溶劑性能以及有效溶解油、油脂和其他污染物的能力而常用於清潔和脫脂產業。此外,正己烷擴大用於清潔汽車、製造和航空航太等行業的金屬零件、機械零件和設備,有利於市場成長。此外,對去除累積的油、油脂和殘留物、確保平穩運作並防止堵塞或故障的產品需求不斷成長,也是另一個促進成長的因素。除此之外,正己烷作為清潔劑在印刷、紡織、家具和製鞋行業中的日益成長的應用也為市場成長提供了推動力。
The global n-hexane market size reached US$ 2,640.1 Million in 2023. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach US$ 3,493.0 Million by 2032, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 3.1% during 2024-2032. The widespread product adoption as a solvent for industrial and chemical products, significant growth in the pharmaceutical industry, and increasing product demand in the food sector as an oil extraction agent are some of the major factors propelling the market.
N-hexane (C6H14) is a volatile aliphatic hydrocarbon that is obtained as a byproduct of crude oil refining and natural gas processing. It is a colorless liquid at room temperature with a mild, gasoline-like odor. It is commonly used in extraction processes, such as oil extraction from seeds and vegetables and cleaning and degreasing. N-hexane is also used as a component in solvent blends for various applications, including paint thinners and ink formulations. It exhibits a low melting point, high flammability, and miscibility with other hydrocarbons and organic solvents. As a result, N-hexane finds extensive applications across the oil extraction, pharmaceuticals, and electronics manufacturing industries.
The global N-hexane market is expected to expand at a larger CAGR during the forecast period. The widespread product adoption as a primary solvent for industrial and chemical products, such as polypropylene, leather, paint, and rubber, is favoring the market growth. In addition to this, the increasing demand for n-hexane in industries, including pharmaceuticals, adhesives, coatings, and chemical synthesis, due to its excellent solvent properties, is positively influencing the market growth. Moreover, the growing demand for refined oil and the rising health consciousness among the masses is acting as a growth-inducing factor. N-hexane is widely used in the food industry to extract oils from seeds, vegetables, and other raw materials. Other factors include extensive research and development (R&D) activities, widespread product adoption owing to its cost-effectiveness and recyclability, and increasing product demand in the cleaning and degreasing industry.
Significant growth in the pharmaceutical industry
The widespread product adoption as a solvent for extracting active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) from natural sources, such as plants, is one of the key factors creating a positive outlook for the market. Moreover, n-hexane is widely used for numerous synthesis and separation techniques in the industry and is also employed for creating molds that are further used for shaping pills and tablets. Additionally, the increasing product utilization in cleaning and sterilizing equipment, containers, and manufacturing areas to effectively remove residues, oils, and contaminants in the pharmaceutical industry is contributing to the market growth. Besides this, continuous research and development (R&D) activities, growing demand for natural products and standardized APIs, and the need for efficient solvents and extraction agents are supporting the market growth.
Increasing product adoption in the chemical industry
N-hexane is widely employed as a solvent for dissolving and extracting various compounds in chemical synthesis. It helps in the purification and separation of organic compounds, including pharmaceutical intermediates, specialty chemicals, and other organic substances. Additionally, the increasing product adoption as a solvent in the formulation of adhesives, coatings, and sealants in the chemical industry is providing an impetus to the market growth. Furthermore, the widespread product utilization for extracting organic compounds from various sources, such as plants, oils, and natural products, is propelling the market growth. Apart from this, the increasing application of n-hexane as a solvent to produce rubber, adhesives, and coatings is contributing to the market growth.
The widespread product adoption in the cleaning and degreasing industry
N-hexane is commonly used in the cleaning and degreasing industry due to its excellent solvent properties and ability to effectively dissolve oils, greases, and other contaminants. Moreover, the increasing utilization of n-hexane for cleaning metal parts, machinery components, and equipment in industries, such as automotive, manufacturing, and aerospace, is favoring the market growth. Moreover, the rising product demand to remove accumulated oils, greases, and residues, ensuring smooth operation and preventing clogging or malfunctioning, is acting as another growth-inducing factor. Besides this, the growing application of n-hexane as a cleaning agent in the printing, textile, furniture, and shoemaking industries is providing a thrust to the market growth.
IMARC Group provides an analysis of the key trends in each segment of the global N-hexane market report, along with forecasts at the global, regional and country levels from 2024-2032. Our report has categorized the market based on application.
Edible Oil Extraction
Healthcare
Industrial Solvent
Adhesive Formulation
Others
Edible Oil Extraction is dominating the N-Hexane
The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the N-hexane market based on the application. This includes edible oil extraction, healthcare, industrial solvent, adhesive formulation, and others. According to the report, edible oil extraction represented the largest segment.
N-hexane is a hydrocarbon solvent commonly used in the extraction of edible oils from plant materials such as soybeans, peanuts, and corn. It is preferred due to its low boiling point and high solubility in oil. This efficiency helps maximize oil recovery and extraction yield. It is also a cost-effective solvent and easily available product that is extensively used in large-scale edible oil production. In addition to this, n-hexane assists in removing odor and unwanted taste from the oil, thereby making it a preferred agent for extraction. Moreover, the widespread utilization of n-hexane as a solvent in cracked seeds and nuts placed in an extraction vessel is providing a considerable boost to the market growth.
Asia-Pacific
Europe
North America
Middle East and Africa
Latin America
Asia-Pacific exhibits a clear dominance, accounting for the largest N-Hexane market share.
The report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of all the major regional markets, which include Asia Pacific, Europe, North America, the Middle East and Africa, and Latin America.
Asia Pacific has witnessed significant growth in the demand for N-hexane due to increasing electronics manufacturing in the region. N-hexane is utilized in cleaning and degreasing electronic components as it helps remove contaminants, oils, and residues from circuit boards, connectors, and other electronic parts. Moreover, the Asia-Pacific region is a major producer of edible oils, and n-hexane is widely used in the solvent extraction process to obtain oils from oilseeds and nuts. Furthermore, the rapid expansion of the pharmaceutical industry is acting as another significant growth-inducing factor, since it is used as a solvent for the extraction and purification of pharmaceutical compounds and intermediates. In confluence with this, n-hexane is also employed in laboratory settings for cleaning glassware and equipment, which, in turn, is impelling the market growth further.
The global N-hexane market is experiencing significant growth due to the increasing emphasis on sustainability. In line with this, researchers are developing catalysts that are more environmentally friendly, which, in turn, is positively influencing the market growth. Moreover, the implementation of more sustainable production processes for n-hexane feedstocks derived from renewable resources, such as biomass or bio-based materials, which help to reduce reliance on fossil fuels and lower greenhouse gas emissions, is favoring the market growth. Several companies are advancing technologies and improving operational efficiency to optimize refining processes and exploring innovative solutions to enhance the production, quality, and sustainability of their chemical products. Furthermore, an enhanced focus on research and development (R&D) to develop catalysts that can improve the selectivity of n-hexane production while maximizing the yield is providing an impetus to the market growth.
Rompetrol
Royal Dutch Shell PLC
Exxon Mobil Corporation
China Petrochemical Corporation
Junyuan Petroleum Group
Royal Dutch Shell PLC has been leveraging digital technologies and data analytics to optimize their operations, improve safety, and enhance decision-making processes. The company has been committed to improving energy efficiency and sustainability in operations. In 2020, Shell announced its plans to become a net-zero emissions energy company by 2050.
ExxonMobil has collaborated with various organizations, including academic institutions, research centers, and industry partners, to advance research and development in energy-related technologies. Additionally, the company has developed a high-purity grade of n-hexane that is used in the production of electronics, particularly in the semiconductor industry.
Junyuan Petroleum Group has been expanding its market reach both domestically and internationally. The company has been supplying n-hexane and other petrochemical products to customers in China and abroad, establishing trading relationships and partnerships with companies in the industry.