Thionyl Chloride Market

Thionyl Chloride Market Size By Type (Purity < 99.5% and Purity ≥ 99.5%), and By End-Use Industry (Pesticides, Chemical Synthesis, Dyes, Pharmaceutical Agents, Battery, and Others), Regions, Global Industry Analysis, Share, Growth, Trends, and Forecast 2024 to 2033

Base Year: 2023 Historical Data: 2020-22
  • Report ID: TBI-14313
  • Published Date: May, 2024
  • Pages: 236
  • Category: Chemicals & Materials
  • Format: PDF
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The global thionyl chloride market was valued at USD 13.9 billion in 2023, growing at a CAGR of 6.1% from 2024 to 2033. The market is expected to reach USD 25.1 billion by 2033. In the production of pharmaceuticals, thionyl chloride is an essential chemical intermediary. The need for novel medications and treatments and the pharmaceutical industry's ongoing expansion could be the main factors driving the rising use of trichloroethylene in medicine production.

Market Introduction:

The liquid thionyl chloride is colourless, somewhat flammable, and smells acidic. Although it is occasionally used as a solvent, thionyl chloride is primarily used as a chlorinating reagent. It is listed as a material that could be used to create chemical weapons under the Chemical Weapons Convention, is poisonous, and reacts with water. Although sulfuryl chloride, SO2Cl2, and thionyl chloride are often confused, they have quite different properties. Whereas thionyl chloride is a source of chloride ions, sulfuryl chloride is a source of chlorine. Thionyl chloride is being more widely used in the pharmaceutical and agricultural industries in emerging nations, and it is expected to support the market's modest rise over the estimated period. Furthermore, as thionyl chloride is utilized more frequently in the manufacturing of batteries, the market is projected to grow. Furthermore, the industry is anticipated to benefit from thionyl chloride's preference over alternative reagents. Thionyl chloride is primarily produced via the sulphur-trioxide pathway, and this trend is anticipated to continue during the forecast period.

Thionyl Chloride Market Size

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Recent Development

In April 2019, Merck announced its plan to buy Versum Materials.[39] The agreement, completed in October 2019, had an equity value of approximately U$5.8 billion.[40] Additionally, Merck announced that same year that it would buy California-based Intermolecular Inc., a manufacturer of advanced materials. 

In January 2021, It was revealed that AmpTec would be acquired by MilliporeSigma, enabling the business to expand and enhance its therapeutic and diagnostic services and mRNA vaccination capabilities. In March, the Advanced Materials division was replaced by the Electronics division. 

In February 2022, Like many other companies in the chemical sector, Aurora Fine Chemicals may have implemented sustainability initiatives to improve resource efficiency, decrease their environmental effect, and promote sustainable business practices. 

Market Dynamics:

Drivers

Rising need from the agrochemicals sector- Effective agrochemicals are required to protect plants from pests and diseases and increase crop output, as agriculture is a major global industry. Thionyl chloride is a crucial part of the agrochemical business because it is used to make a variety of insecticides and herbicides.

Restraints:

Stringent environmental regulations- Thionyl chloride is a dangerous chemical that concerns human health and the environment. As such, its handling, transit, and manufacturing are subject to stringent laws and safety requirements. Adherence to these regulations may challenge manufacturers and result in supplementary expenses.

Opportunities:

Advancements in chemical processes- The market for thionyl chloride may benefit from ongoing research and development initiatives to enhance production efficiency and optimize chemical processes. Technological advancements in production have the potential to boost efficiency and reduce expenses.

Regional segmentation analysis:

The regions analyzed for the market include North America, Europe, South America, Asia Pacific, the Middle East, and Africa. Asia Pacific emerged as the largest global thionyl chloride market region, with a 42.1% market revenue share in 2023.

The Asia Pacific region's leading producer of thionyl chloride, China, has done so because of its quickly rising chemical industry and the increasing demand from several end-user sectors. Due to its cost-effectiveness and large-scale manufacturing capabilities, the nation is now a major supplier of trichloroethylene to international markets. In addition, the growth of the pharmaceutical industry in the area fuels the need for thionyl chloride for medication manufacturing.

Asia Pacific Region Thionyl Chloride Market Share in 2023 - 42.1%

 

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Type Segment Analysis

The type segment is divided into purity < 99.5% and purity ≥ 99.5%. The purity ≥ 99.5% segment dominated the market, with a market share of around 57% in 2023. When producing agrochemicals, thionyl chloride, with a purity of more than 99.5%, serves as an intermediary. Considering the risk thionyl chloride presents to human health, no end product uses it.

End-Use Industry Segment Analysis

The end-use industry segment is divided into pesticides, chemical synthesis, dyes, pharmaceutical agents, battery, and others. The pharmaceutical agents segment dominated the market, with a market share of around 25% in 2023. Global healthcare is rapidly evolving, and consumer spending on health-related goods is rising. Several variables influence this shift, including altered sleeping, eating, and lifestyle patterns. The demand for pharmaceuticals among health-conscious customers is rising worldwide, driving the use of pharmaceutical raw materials and components like thionyl chloride.

Some of the Key Market Players:
  • Transpek Industries Ltd.
  • Sigma Aldrich Co. LLC
  • Angene International Limited
  • ChemTik
  • Sumitomo Seika Chemicals Co. Ltd.
  • Chuyuan Group
  • Sichuan Boxing
  • Lanxess AG
  • CABB Group
  • Shandong Kaisheng New Materials Co. Ltd.
  • Jiangxi Selon Industrial Co. Ltd.
  • Aurora Fine Chemicals LLC
  • China Pingmei Shenma Group
  • Changzhou Xudong Chemical
  • Shangyu Wolong Chemical

Report Description:

Attribute Description
Market Size Revenue (USD Billion)
Market size value in 2023 USD 13.9 Billion
Market size value in 2033 USD 25.1 Billion
CAGR (2024 to 2033) 6.1%
Historical data 2020-2022
Base Year 2023
Forecast 2024-2033
Region The regions analyzed for the market are Asia Pacific, Europe, South America, North America, and Middle East & Africa. Furthermore, the regions are further analyzed at the country level.
Segments Type, End-Use Industry

Frequesntly Asked Questions

As per The Brainy Insights, the size of the thionyl chloride market was valued at USD 13.9 billion in 2023 to USD 25.1 billion by 2033.

The global thionyl chloride market is growing at a CAGR of 6.1% during the forecast period 2024-2033.

Asia Pacific emerged as the largest thionyl chloride market.

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This study forecasts global, regional, and country revenue from 2020 to 2033. The Brainy Insights has segmented the global thionyl chloride market based on the below-mentioned segments:

Global Thionyl Chloride Market By Type:

  • Purity < 99.5%
  • Purity ≥ 99.5% 

Global Thionyl Chloride Market By End-Use Industry:

  • Pesticides
  • Chemical Synthesis
  • Dyes
  • Pharmaceutical Agents
  • Battery
  • Others 

Global Thionyl Chloride Market By Region:                                

  • North America
    • U.S.
    • Canada
    • Mexico
  • Europe
    • Germany
    • France
    • U.K.
    • Italy
    • Spain
  • Asia-Pacific
    • Japan
    • China
    • India
  • South America
    • Brazil
  • Middle East and Africa  
    • UAE
    • South Africa

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