Overview


According to FutureWise analysis the market for propylene oxide in 2023 is US$ 25.2 billion, and is expected to reach US$ 39.62 billion by 2031 at a CAGR of 5.80%.

Propylene oxide is a chemical compound with the formula CH3CHCH2O. On an industrial scale, this colourless liquid with an odour similar to ether is produced in large quantities. Its main applications include the production of polyether polyols, which are used to make polyurethane plastics. It is a chiral epoxide that is commonly used as a racemic mixture. Unlike its isomer 1,3-propylene oxide, also known as oxetane, this compound is also known as 1,2-propylene oxide. Propylene oxide is primarily used as an intermediate in the manufacturing of polyether polyols and propylene glycol for the production of unsaturated polyester resins. Small amounts are used to sterilise medical equipment and to fumigate foodstuffs.

The production of rigid foams for thermal insulation in the building industry and flexible foams for mattresses, furniture upholstery, and seat cushioning in automotive applications both employ propylene oxide as a primary raw material. The substance is mostly employed as a chemical intermediary to create elastomers, adhesives, flexible and rigid foams, coatings, and injection mouldings, all of which find extensive use in the manufacture of gas tanks, tub-shower combos, and boat hulls. Propylene oxide is most commonly used in the construction and infrastructure sectors. Several products made of flexible and rigid polyurethane, coatings, elastomers, adhesives, and sealants, as well as other construction-related items, use propylene oxide. The market will grow in the expected period as a result of polyurethanes being used more frequently in adhesives, flooring products, and thermal insulators.

The overall expansion of the propylene oxide sector is anticipated to be boosted by the growing use of polyurethane in medical equipment. Throughout the projected period, the propylene oxide industry is anticipated to experience overall expansion due to the rising demand for medical devices around the world and the rising investment in the health care sector. For instance, polyurethane is used in short-term implants, medical apparel, hospital beds, and pacemakers. The growth of the propylene oxide market is anticipated to be impacted by such a diverse variety of applications. It is believed that the toxicity of propylene oxide is the key reason restricting the industry's expansion. Animals and humans who are exposed to propylene oxide experience irritation of the eyes and lungs. Rats that were frequently exposed to propylene oxide inhalation developed inflammatory lesions in their lungs, trachea, and nasal passages in addition to neurological consequences. It is projected that the aforementioned reasons will hamper market expansion. Due to the significant demand from the construction and automotive industries, there will be opportunities for manufacturers of propylene oxide. Propylene oxide is being used by more and more companies, including those in the building and car industries. Demand for polyurethane materials has increased in energy-efficient buildings. Such intensive demand for propylene oxide have created opportunities for manufactures in the target market.

FutureWise Market Research has published a report that provides an insightful analysis of propylene oxide market trends that are affecting the overall market growth. This report will provide a detailed analysis of market share, regional insights, and competitor analysis that includes stature of key manufacturers operational in this industry. According to the analysis conducted by FutureWise research analysts, the propylene oxide market is estimated to register a considerable growth rate over the forecast period. This report lists the market segments and potential prospects available across this industry, in addition providing crucial information on the total valuation currently held by the industry. Moreover, this report will assist key management individuals in an organisation to enhance their decisions pertaining to business expansion as well as strategic changes for increasing customer base.

  • Dow Chemical Company
  • Lyondellbasell Industries
  • Royal Dutch Shell
  • Huntsman Corporation
  • Basf
  • Asahi Glass Company
  • Repsol
  • Sumitomo Chemical Company
  • Oltchim
  • Tokuyama Corporation

(Note: The list of the major players will be updated with the latest market scenario and trends)

By Process

  • Chlorohydrin Process
  • Styrene Monomer Process
  • Hydrogen Peroxide Process
  • TBA Co-Product Process
  • Cumene-based Process

By Application

  • Polyether Polyols
  • Propylene Glycol
  • Glycol Ethers
  • Others

By End-use Industry

  • Automotive
  • Building & Construction
  • Textile & Furnishing
  • Chemical & Pharmaceutical
  • Packaging
  • Electronics
  • Others

By Region

  • North America
  • Europe
  • Asia-Pacific
  • Latin America
  • Middle East and Africa

This market research report also emphasis on factors affecting the growth rate in various regions listed above. A deep-down analysis of region will also be provided in the final version of this market which is based on conclusion of primary interviews and secondary data point gathered during the process.

By region, the market is segmented into North America, Latin America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Middle East & Africa. Asia pacific registered highest share in the market in 2022. Due to the presence of manufacturers of textiles, electronics, packaging, chemicals & pharmaceuticals, building & construction, and automobiles. The Asia Pacific region serves as a hub for global manufacturing. Polyurethane foam is used in all of these sectors as a starting point or a raw material. Due to this, there has always been a significant demand in this area for polyurethane foam. Chemical intermediates such as propylene glycol, glycol ethers, synthetic lubricants, specialised surfactants, flame retardants, and others are made using ethylene oxide as a raw material. Ongoing demand for propylene oxide is caused by the presence of many SME companies in the Asia Pacific region that produce the aforementioned intermediates. As the population, degree of urbanisation, income, and purchasing power increase in the Asia-Pacific region, the demand for these polyurethane foam applications and chemical intermediaries is anticipated to rise throughout the forecast period.

Based on end-use; the automotive segment is the largest shareholding one in the global market in 2022. The market for propylene oxide is dominated by applications for automobiles, which also drive this market's fastest expansion. Propylene oxide is used in the manufacturing of polyether polyols, which are used to create both rigid and flexible polyurethane foams. Stiff and flexible foams are used in car seats, hand rests, over liners, flooring, and other interior, exterior, and under-the-hood applications. Moreover, the market is expanding due to the flourishing automobile industry.


  • Tier 1 players- established companies in the market with major market share
  • Tier 2 players
  • New Entrants
  • Emerging players which are growing rapidly
  • Growth prospects
  • SWOT analysis
  • Key trends
  • Key data points affecting market growth
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Table of Contents


  • 1.   Market Introduction
    •   1. Objectives of the Study
        2. Market Definition
        3. Market Scope
         3.1. Years Considered for the Study
         3.2. Market Covered
        4. Currency
        5. Limitations
        6. Stakeholders
  • 2.   Research Methodology
    •   1. Research Data
         1.1. Secondary Data
          1.1.1. Key Data from Secondary Sources
         1.2. Primary Data
          1.2.1. Key Data from Primary Sources
        2. Market Size Estimation
        3. Market Breakdown and Data Triangulation
        4. Assumptions for the Study
  • 3.   Executive Summary
    •   1. Market Outlook
        2. Segment Outlook
        3. Competitive Insights
  • 4.   Propylene Oxide Market Variables, Trends and Scope
    •   1. Market Lineage Outlook
        2. Penetration and Growth Prospect Mapping
        3. Industry Value Chain Analysis
        4. Cost Analysis Breakdown
        5. Technology Overview
        6. Regulatory Framework
         6.1. Reimbursement Framework
         6.2. Standards and Compliances

  • 5.   Market Overview
    •   1. Market Dynamics
         1.1. Market Driver Analysis
          1.1.1. Increasing focus of Propylene Oxide Market Companies on Brand Protection
          1.1.2. Untapped Opportunities in Emerging Regions
         1.2. Market Restraint Analysis
          1.2.1. High Cost Associated with Implementation of Predictive Analysis
         1.3. Industry Challenges
          1.3.1. Presence of Ambiguous Regulatory Framework
  • 6.   Propylene Oxide Market Analysis Tools
    •   1. Industry Analysis - Porter’s
         1.1. Supplier Power
         1.2. Buyer Power
         1.3. Substitution Threat
         1.4. Threat from New Entrants
         1.5. Competitive Rivalry
        2. Pestel Analysis
         2.1. Political Landscape
         2.2. Environmental Landscape
         2.3. Social Landscape
         2.4. Technology Landscape
         2.5. Legal Landscape
        3. Major Deals And Strategic Alliances Analysis
         3.1. Joint Ventures
         3.2. Mergers and Acquisitions
         3.3. Licensing and Partnership
         3.4. Technology Collaborations
         3.5. Strategic Divestments
        4. Market Entry Strategies
        5. Case Studies
  • 7.   Propylene Oxide Market, By Application Historical Analysis and Forecast 2023-2031 (USD Million)
    •   1. Chlorohydrin Process
        2. Styrene Monomer Process
        3. TBA Co-Product Process
        4. Cumene-based Process
        5. Hydrogen Peroxide Process

  • 8.   Propylene Oxide Market, By Process Historical Analysis and Forecast 2023-2031 (USD Million)
    •   1. Polyether Polyols
        2. Propylene Glycol
        3. Glycol Ethers
        4. Others

  • 9.   Propylene Oxide Market, By End-use Historical Analysis and Forecast 2023-2031 (USD Million)
    •   1. Automotive
        2. Building & Construction
        3. Textile & Furnishing
        4. Chemical & Pharmaceutical
        5. Packaging
        6. Electronics
        7. Others

  • 10.   North America Propylene Oxide Market Analysis 2017-2022 and Forecast 2023-2031 (USD Million)
    •   1. Introduction
        2. Historical Market Size (USD Million) Analysis By Country, 2017-2022
         2.1. U.S.A
         2.2. Canada
         2.3. Mexico
        3. Market Size (USD Million) Forecast for North America 2023-2031

  • 11.   Latin America Propylene Oxide Market Analysis 2017-2022 and Forecast 2023-2031 (USD Million)
    •   1. Introduction
        2. Historical Market Size (USD Million) Analysis By Country, 2017-2022
         2.1. Brazil
         2.2. Venezuela
         2.3. Argentina
         2.4. Rest of Latin America
        3. Market Size (USD Million) Forecast for Latin America 2023-2031

  • 12.   Europe Propylene Oxide Market Analysis 2017-2022 and Forecast 2023-2031 (USD Million)
    •   1. Introduction
        2. Historical Market Size (USD Million) Analysis By Country, 2017-2022
         2.1. Germany
         2.2. U.K
         2.3. France
         2.4. Italy
         2.5. Spain
         2.6. Russia
         2.7. Poland
         2.8. Rest of Europe
        3. Market Size (USD Million) Forecast for Europe 2023-2031

  • 13.   Asia Pacific Propylene Oxide Market Analysis 2017-2022 and Forecast 2023-2031 (USD Million)
    •   1. Introduction
        2. Historical Market Size (USD Million) Analysis By Country, 2017-2022
         2.1. Japan
         2.2. China
         2.3. India
         2.4. Australia and New Zealand
         2.5. ASEAN
         2.6. Rest of Asia Pacific
        3. Market Size (USD Million) Forecast for Asia Pacific 2023-2031

  • 14.   Middle East and Africa Market Analysis 2017-2022 and Forecast 2023-2031 (USD Million)
    •   1. Introduction
        2. Historical Market Size (USD Million) Analysis By Country, 2017-2022
         2.1. GCC
         2.2. Israel
         2.3. South Africa
         2.4. Rest of MEA
        3. Market Size (USD Million) Forecast for MEA 2023-2031

  • 15.   Market Share Analysis and Competitive Landscape
    •   1. Global Landscape - Key Players, Revenue and Presence
        2. Global Share Analysis - Key Players (Tier 1, Tier 2, Tier 3)
        3. Global Emerging Companies
        4. North America - Market Share Analysis and Key Regional Players
        5. Europe - Market Share Analysis and Key Regional Players
        6. Asia Pacific - Market Share Analysis and Key Regional Players
        7. Global Key Player - Growth Matrix
  • 16.   Company Profiles (Competition Dashboard, Competitors Deep Dive, Products Offered and Financial Layouts)
    •   1. Dow Chemical Company
         1.1. Company Overview
         1.2. Product Portfolio
         1.3. SWOT Analysis
         1.4. Financial Overview
         1.5. Strategic Overview
        2. Lyondellbasell Industries
         2.1. Company Overview
         2.2. Product Portfolio
         2.3. SWOT Analysis
         2.4. Financial Overview
         2.5. Strategic Overview
        3. Royal Dutch Shell
         3.1. Company Overview
         3.2. Product Portfolio
         3.3. SWOT Analysis
         3.4. Financial Overview
         3.5. Strategic Overview
        4. Huntsman Corporation
         4.1. Company Overview
         4.2. Product Portfolio
         4.3. SWOT Analysis
         4.4. Financial Overview
         4.5. Strategic Overview
        5. Basf
         5.1. Company Overview
         5.2. Product Portfolio
         5.3. SWOT Analysis
         5.4. Financial Overview
         5.5. Strategic Overview
        6. Asahi Glass Company
         6.1. Company Overview
         6.2. Product Portfolio
         6.3. SWOT Analysis
         6.4. Financial Overview
         6.5. Strategic Overview
        7. Repsol
         7.1. Company Overview
         7.2. Product Portfolio
         7.3. SWOT Analysis
         7.4. Financial Overview
         7.5. Strategic Overview
        8. Sumitomo Chemical Company
         8.1. Company Overview
         8.2. Product Portfolio
         8.3. SWOT Analysis
         8.4. Financial Overview
         8.5. Strategic Overview
        9. Oltchim
         9.1. Company Overview
         9.2. Product Portfolio
         9.3. SWOT Analysis
         9.4. Financial Overview
         9.5. Strategic Overview
        10. Tokuyama Corporation
         10.1. Company Overview
         10.2. Product Portfolio
         10.3. SWOT Analysis
         10.4. Financial Overview
         10.5. Strategic Overview

  • 17.   Pre and Post COVID-19 Impact
    •   1. Positive influence on the healthcare industry
        2. The financial disruption of the manufacturing sector
        3. Impact of COVID-19 on emerging companies
        4. Significant mandates in the regulations initiated by healthcare administrations
        5. The overall economic slowdown of the developing and developed nations
  • 18.   FutureWise SME Key Takeaway Points for Client
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