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2030 年油脂化學品市場預測:按產品、系統類型、來源、等級、形式、應用和地區進行的全球分析Oleochemicals Market Forecasts to 2030 - Global Analysis By Product, System Type, Source, Grade, Form, Application and by Geography |
根據 Stratistics MRC 的數據,2024 年全球油脂化學品市場規模為 271.2 億美元,預計在預測期內將以 9.0% 的複合年成長率成長,到 2030 年達到 454.8 億美元。
油脂化學品是石油基化學品的永續替代品,因為它們是由通常從植物或動物中獲取的天然油脂製成的。這些對各行業至關重要的物質包括脂肪酸、甘油、脂醇類和酯。此外,這些物質對於肥皂、清潔劑、化妝品、潤滑劑甚至生質燃料等產品的生產至關重要,有助於使工業部門更環保、更永續。
根據歐洲化學品管理局 (ECHA) 的說法,歐盟正在向生物分解性和永續化學品方向發生重大轉變,其中油脂化學品是特別關注的焦點。這一趨勢是由日益嚴格的環境法規和消費者對環保產品的偏好所推動的。
對環保替代品的需求
油脂化學品市場主要由永續性趨勢驅動。隨著消費者環保意識的增強,他們擴大選擇由可再生資源製成的產品,而不是石化燃料。這種需求存在於許多行業,包括食品、個人護理和工業應用。隨著公司重新調整產品用途並加入油脂化學品以吸引具有環保意識的客戶,市場正在不斷成長。
原物料價格波動
油脂化學品生產的重要原料(例如牛脂、大豆油和棕櫚油)的價格波動很大,並且容易受到農業條件變化的影響。自然災害、季節性波動和天氣模式都會對作物產量產生重大影響,導致短缺和價格上漲。例如,洪水和乾旱會大幅減少這些精油的供應,從而提高生產商的成本。此外,當貿易限制和關稅等地緣政治因素進一步加劇價格波動時,生產商很難維持穩定的價格和盈利。
綠計劃增加
綠建築的興起為油脂化學品市場帶來了新的重大機會。隨著全球建築業高度重視永續性,對環保塗料、黏劑、密封劑和隔熱產品的需求不斷成長。可以使用油脂化學品製造符合嚴格環境法規的低排放建築材料。此外,隨著對油脂化學品的需求增加,永續建築實踐的運動支持了提高建築物能源效率和減少碳排放的國際舉措。
與石化替代品的競爭
現有石化產品替代品的存在嚴重威脅油脂化學品不斷擴大的市場。由於其成熟的供應鏈和低成本,由石化燃料製成的合成化學品長期以來一直在許多行業中使用。因此,對於那些不願意改變其製造方法或程序的公司來說,轉向油脂化學品可以被視為一種風險。此外,合成化學的進步可能會導致新石化產品的開發,這些產品比油脂化學品替代品更具成本效益或性能更好。
由於工廠關閉、生產暫停和運輸限制,COVID-19 大流行對油脂化學品市場產生了重大影響,並對各個行業造成了干擾。由於大流行,對食品和個人保健產品至關重要的甘油和生物柴油的產量最初下降。然而,隨著經濟開始復甦,油脂化學品的需求大幅增加,主要是因為消費者對環保產品和消毒劑、消毒劑的興趣增加。此外,疫情促使業界尋找石化產品的生物分解性替代品,加速向永續實踐的過渡。
預計棕櫚油產業在預測期內將是最大的
預計油脂化學品市場將佔據棕櫚油產業的最大佔有率。脂肪酸和脂醇類是眾多可由棕櫚油製成的油脂化學品產品之一,並且棕櫚油由於其產量和高適應性而成為一種有價值的原料。印尼和馬來西亞等國家生產世界上大部分棕櫚油,合計佔總量的很大一部分。此外,由於其易於獲取,棕櫚油已成為油脂化學領域的主要原料,特別是在亞太地區,廣泛用於食品應用、肥皂、清潔劑和個人保健產品。
個人護理和化妝品行業預計在預測期內複合年成長率最高
在預測期內,油脂化學品市場的複合年成長率預計將在個人護理和化妝品領域最高。個人護理配方中對低過敏性和無化學成分的需求不斷增加,以及消費者對天然和有機產品的偏好不斷增加,是這一成長的主要驅動力。由於其親膚特性和生物分解性,油脂化學品源自於植物和動物脂肪等可再生資源,並且擴大用於各種化妝品,如乳霜、乳液和肥皂。此外,全球天然化妝品市場預計將呈指數級成長,反映了消費者對永續性和環境友好的趨勢。
油脂化學品市場以亞太地區為主。這一優勢的主要原因是該地區的高產能和原料供應,特別是棕櫚油和棕櫚仁油,主要從馬來西亞和印尼等國家進口。這些國家是油脂化學工業的主要參與者,因為它們生產多種用途所需的大量脂肪酸和醇,包括個人護理、食品加工和工業產品。此外,隨著各行業轉向環保替代品,消費者對永續和生物分解性產品的需求不斷增加,進一步推動了該行業的市場。
由於鼓勵使用生物分解性產品作為石化產品替代品的嚴格法規以及消費者對環保和永續產品的需求預計將很高,歐洲地區的油脂化學品市場的複合年成長率將最高。由於歐洲市場對食品、個人護理和工業應用中天然和有機成分的強烈偏好,油脂化學品是尋求遵守環境法規的生產商的理想選擇。此外,德國、法國和荷蘭是這項轉變的前沿國家,它們大力投資研發,以創造符合永續性和安全法規的新油脂化學品產品。
According to Stratistics MRC, the Global Oleochemicals Market is accounted for $27.12 billion in 2024 and is expected to reach $45.48 billion by 2030 growing at a CAGR of 9.0% during the forecast period. Oleochemicals are sustainable substitutes for petroleum-based chemicals because they are made from natural oils and fats, which are usually obtained from plants and animals. These substances, which are vital to many different industries, include fatty acids, glycerin, fatty alcohols, and esters. Moreover, they are essential to the production of goods like soaps, detergents, cosmetics, lubricants, and even bio fuels, which helps to make the industrial sector greener and more sustainable.
According to the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA), the European Union has seen a significant shift towards biodegradable and sustainable chemical products, with oleochemicals being a major focus. This trend is driven by stricter environmental regulations and consumer preferences for eco-friendly products.
Demand for eco-friendly substitutes
The market for oleochemicals is being driven primarily by the trend toward sustainability. Consumers are increasingly choosing products made from renewable resources over fossil fuels as they become more environmentally conscious. This demand can be seen in a number of industries, such as food, personal care, and industrial applications. The market is expanding as a result of businesses repurposing their goods to incorporate oleochemicals in an effort to appeal to environmentally conscious customers.
Price volatility for raw materials
The cost of essential raw materials for the production of oleochemicals, like tallow, soybean oil, and palm oil, is extremely erratic and susceptible to changes in agricultural conditions. Natural catastrophes, seasonal fluctuations and weather patterns can all have a significant effect on crop yields, resulting in shortages and price increases. For instance, floods or droughts can drastically cut down on the supply of these essential oils, which would increase the cost to producers. Furthermore, it can be difficult for producers to maintain stable pricing and profitability when price volatility is further exacerbated by geopolitical factors like trade restrictions and tariffs.
Increase in green building projects
The emergence of green building practices presents the oleochemicals market with yet another significant opportunity. There is a growing need for environmentally friendly paints, adhesives, sealants, and insulation products as the building industry around the world places a higher priority on sustainability. Low-emission construction materials that satisfy strict environmental regulations can be made using oleochemicals. Additionally, with increasing demand for oleochemicals, this move toward sustainable building practices supports international initiatives to raise building energy efficiency and lower carbon footprints.
Competition from alternatives to petrochemicals
The market expansion for oleochemicals is seriously threatened by the existence of well-established petrochemical substitutes. Because of their established supply chains and lower costs, synthetic chemicals made from fossil fuels have long been used by many industries. For businesses that are reluctant to alter their formulations or procedures, switching to oleochemicals may therefore be viewed as a risk. Furthermore, new petrochemical products that are more cost-effective or perform better than oleochemicals alternatives may be developed as a result of developments in synthetic chemistry.
Due to lockdowns, manufacturing halts, and transportation restrictions, the COVID-19 pandemic had a major impact on the oleochemical market and caused disruptions in a number of different sectors. Production initially decreased as a result of the pandemic, especially for glycerin and biodiesel, which are essential for food and personal care products. The demand for oleochemicals did, however, noticeably increase as economies started to recover, primarily due to growing consumer interest in eco-friendly products, sanitizers, and disinfectants. Moreover, the pandemic caused industries to look for biodegradable substitutes for petrochemicals, hastening the transition to sustainable practices.
The Palm segment is expected to be the largest during the forecast period
The oleochemicals market is expected to have the largest share in the palm oil segment. Fatty acids and fatty alcohols are among the many oleochemical products that can be made from palm oil, which is a valuable raw material because of its high yield and adaptability. Countries like Indonesia and Malaysia produce the majority of the world's palm oil, which together makes up a sizeable amount of the total. Additionally, palm oil's accessibility has made it a leading feedstock in the oleochemical sector, especially in the Asia-Pacific area, where it finds widespread use in food applications, soaps, detergents, and personal care products.
The Personal Care & Cosmetics segment is expected to have the highest CAGR during the forecast period
Over the course of the forecast period, the oleochemicals market's highest CAGR is anticipated in the personal care and cosmetics segment. The growing demand for hypoallergenic and chemical-free ingredients in personal care formulations, along with consumers growing preference for natural and organic products, is the main drivers of this growth. Because of their skin-friendly qualities and biodegradability, oleochemicals, which come from renewable sources like plant and animal fats, are being used more and more in a range of cosmetic products like creams, lotions, and soaps. Furthermore, it is anticipated that the global market for natural cosmetics will grow dramatically, reflecting a larger consumer trend toward sustainability and environmental consciousness.
The oleochemical market is dominated by the Asia-Pacific region. The main reasons for this dominance are the region's significant production capacity and the accessibility of raw materials, especially palm oil and palm kernel oil, which are mostly imported from nations like Malaysia and Indonesia. Because they produce large amounts of fatty acids and alcohols that are necessary for a variety of applications, such as personal care, food processing, and industrial products, these countries are major players in the oleochemical industry. Moreover, the market in this area is further driven by the rising consumer demand for sustainable and biodegradable products as industries move more and more toward environmentally friendly substitutes.
Due to stricter regulations encouraging the use of biodegradable substitutes for petrochemicals and rising consumer demand for eco-friendly and sustainable products, the Europe region is expected to have the highest CAGR in the oleochemicals market. Oleochemicals are a desirable alternative for producers looking to adhere to environmental regulations because of the European market's strong preference for natural and organic ingredients in food, personal care, and industrial applications. Furthermore, Germany, France, and the Netherlands are among the nations spearheading this shift, making significant investments in R&D to create novel oleochemical products that adhere to sustainability and safety regulations.
Key players in the market
Some of the key players in Oleochemicals market include Evonik Industries AG, Wilmar International Ltd., BASF SE, Vantage Specialty Chemicals, Inc., Godrej Industries Limited, SABIC, Emery Oleochemicals Group, JNJ Oleochemicals, Incorporated, Sasol Limited, Oleon N.V., Kao Chemicals Global, Stepan Company, Cargill Inc., P&G Chemicals and Sulzer.
In August 2024, SABIC, a global leader in diversified chemicals signed a potential investment agreement with the Fujian government, under the auspices of the Saudi Ministry of Energy, to build an engineering thermoplastics compounding plant in China's Fujian Province.
In July 2024, BASF and ENGIE signed a 7-year Biomethane Purchase Agreement (BPA). Under the BPA, ENGIE will supply BASF with 2.7 to 3.0 terawatt hours of biomethane throughout the term of the agreement. BASF uses certified biomethane at its Ludwigshafen/Germany and Antwerp/Belgium sites as a sustainable alternative to fossil raw materials in its manufacturing process.
In March 2024, Evonik Vland Biotech, a new joint venture between Evonik China and Shandong Vland Biotech, began operations. The venture aims to expand the market presence of their livestock probiotics in Greater China and develop new products.
Note: Tables for North America, Europe, APAC, South America, and Middle East & Africa Regions are also represented in the same manner as above.