Triethylene Glycol Market

Triethylene Glycol Market Sizes by Application (Natural Gas Dehydration, Solvents, Plasticizers, Humectants and Others), By End-user (Textile, Construction, Automotive and Others), Regions, Global Industry Analysis, Share, Growth, Trends, and Forecast 2023 to 2032

Base Year: 2022 Historical Data: 2019-21
  • Report ID: TBI-13969
  • Published Date: Jan, 2024
  • Pages: 238
  • Category: Chemicals & Materials
  • Format: PDF
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The global triethylene glycol market was valued at USD 806.30 million in 2022 and is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of 3.6% from 2023 to 2032. Triеthylеnе glycol is an organic chemical compound with a formula of C6H14O4. It is a member of the ethylene glycol product group. It is fluid with the following characteristics: it is transparent, odorless, and solubilized in water. Compared to diethylene glycol, it is advantageous in applications requiring minimal volatility. It is also helpful when a high boiling point and molecular weight are necessary. It is also thought to possess moisturizing-regulating properties, which is beneficial for hygroscopic applications. Natural gas dehydration is recognized as a noteworthy application. Additionally, it can be used to eliminate moisture from air conditioning systems. Triеthylеnе glycol's essential function in the oil & gas industry sector makes it an essential commodity.

Market Introduction:

The chemical compound known as triеthylеnе glycol (TEG) is odorless, clear, viscous, and miscible in liquids other than water. Its characteristics are comparable to those of other glycol compounds. It can only be used in businesses where minimal volatility and a high boiling point are necessary. The substance is used as a mild disinfectant and to dehydrate natural gas. Adsorbents and absorbents, functional fluids in closed and open systems, intermediates, processing aids for petroleum extraction, and solvents are only a few of its industrial uses. Triethylene glycol is widely used in chemical industry as a solvent for many materials. It is a great option for dissolving polar and nonpolar molecules due to its solubility in water and various organic solvents. Owing to this characteristic, it is used in many industrial applications, including paints, dyes, and resins. Because of its low volatility, triethylene glycol is useful as a solvent in various applications.

Triethylene Glycol Market Size

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Recent Development
  • In March 2015: LyondellBasell has plans to increase the amount of tri-ethylene glycol (TEG) that can be produced at its Pasadena, Texas, ethylene oxide, and ethylene glycol plants. The company's primary production capacity would be more than doubled, with an annual capacity of 50 million pounds. The new unit's engineering is currently under way, and it should be operational by late 2016. It is anticipated to be among the biggest on-purpose TEG production facilities in the world, which means that the TEG is manufactured specifically for that purpose rather than as a byproduct of another manufacturing process. 

Market Dynamics:

Drivers

Increasing Demand for Triethylene Glycol - The primary driver of the global triethylene glycol market is the increasing demand for triethylene glycol across end-user industries. The global triethylene glycol market is growing due to the increasing demand for plastics across multiple industry sectors. The usage of plastics has become widespread in industrial applications and consumer goods, developing a requirement for plasticizers. Plasticizers are chemical compounds that can enhance their performance attributes/properties, such as durability and flexibility. Triethylene glycol is expected to play an important role in meeting this demand by serving as a key component among conventional/traditional options. As manufacturers seek sustainable alternatives with improved ecological benefits amid heightened customer interest towards eco-friendly choices, bio-based triethylene glycol made from renewable resources is one viable solution deserving consideration - further supporting its growth potential within the industry sector. This is the primary factor for the market growth and development.

Restraints:

Price Fluctuations of Raw Materials – The market for triеthylеnе glycol has several significant obstacles, one of which is the price volatility of raw materials. Ethylene oxide must be oligomerized in order to produce triеthylеnе glycol, and the price of ethylene oxide is subject to changes in the market for petrochemical fееdstock. Stable and predictable pricing strategies can be challenged by fluctuations in the pricing and availability of raw materials, which can directly affect the production costs of triethylene glycol producers. Global crises and economic downturns pose significant obstacles to the triethylene glycol business. The sector's expansion strongly correlates with economic variables, including GDP, industrial activity, and consumer demand. Industries may cut output during uncertain economic times, lowering demand for chemicals like triethylene glycol. This factor can restrain the market growth and development.

Opportunities:

Increasing Application of Triethylene Glycol as Solvent - TEG, or triethylene glycol, serves multiple purposes as a solvent due to its excellent solubility. This attribute has made it an integral component in diverse sectors, contributing significantly to market expansion. TEG is transparent and colorless and blends perfectly with different organic solvents such as water because of its broad-spectrum dissolving capabilities; therefore, it is widely preferred for various applications, including isolating aromatic hydrocarbons, printing inks & cleansers. The special features of TEG, like low toxicity levels, high boiling point, and low volatility, have contributed immensely towards increased usage of the product, leading companies to use durable yet efficient options that are eco-friendly while being minimally detrimental to human health too, making triethylene glycol stand out among other options available in the present scenario. This factor is propelling the market growth and development.

Regional segmentation analysis:

The regions analyzed for the market include North America, Europe, South America, Asia Pacific, the Middle East, and Africa. Asia Pacific region emerged as the most prominent global triethylene glycol market, with a 43.0% market revenue share in 2022. In the natural gas processing sector of Asia and the Pacific, particularly in China, Triethylene glycol is widely used for gas dehydration. As a result of this region's dedication to urbanization and infrastructure advancements, demand for plastics has increased, followed by an escalated use of triethylene glycol as plasticizer manufacturers rely on it heavily. The quick expansion within pharmaceuticals and cosmetics industries across the Asia-Pacific regions provides plenty of prospects for manufacturers working towards benefiting from these markets using its unique characteristic feature, which serves excellently as a manufacturing hub across various other sectors besides those mentioned above. While cost-effectiveness favors chemical production, such as incorporating triethylene glycol around the region because facilities support less expensive manufacturing options, market activities face numerous obstacles, including robust competition. At the same time, the regulatory standards between nations and environmental factors can significantly impact the dynamics governing commercial operations, especially concerning trade affairs employing chemicals like triethylene glycols, among others. The regional market players also engage in various market strategies such as product innovation, product differentiation, mergers, acquisitions, partnerships, and strategic alliances to maintain their competitive edge.

Asia Pacific Region Triethylene Glycol Market Share in 2022 - 43.0%

 

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  • In May 2021: The Verbund site, run by BASF-YPC Co., Ltd. (BASF-YPC), a 50/50 joint venture between SINOPEC and BASF in Nanjing, China, will see more expansion from both firms. Serving the expanding Chinese market entails the capacity expansion of many downstream chemical factories, including constructing a new factory. More production capacity will be added for many chemical factories downstream.
Application Segment Analysis

The application segment is bifurcated into natural gas dehydration, solvents, plasticizers, humectants and others. The natural gas dehydration segment dominated, with a market share of around 44% in 2022. One of the main uses for triethylene glycol is natural gas dehydration. Triеthylеnе glycol is essential for extracting water vapor from natural gas streams in the energy sector, especially in the natural gas processing business. The market share of triеthylеnе glycol in natural gas dehydration applications is expected to exponentially increase as the demand for natural gas rises internationally due to rising industrialization and the shift to cleaner energy sources. Due to its properties, triethylene glycol works well as a desiccant, removing water vapor from the natural gas stream in a process called glycol dehydration. This application is essential for maintaining the integrity of the gas transmission infrastructure by reducing hydride development and pipeline corrosion.   

End-user Segment Analysis

The end-user segment is bifurcated into textile, automotive, construction and others. The textile segment dominated, with a market share of around 48% in 2022. In the textile sector, triеthylеnе glycol is essential because it has many applications, including manufacturing fiber, dyeing, and finishing techniques. Triеthylеnе glycol is an essential part of the polymerization process in manufacturing synthetic fibers, helping to produce polyethene and other synthetic fibers. Triеthylеnе glycol's market share in textile applications is impacted by the demand for synthetic fibers worldwide, driven by urbanization, population growth, and shifting consumer tastes. The market share of triеthylеnе glycol is anticipated to be impacted by the need for sustainable alternatives and the adoption of environmentally conscious manufacturing techniques as the textile industry continues to change with an emphasis on sustainable practices and eco-friendly-manufacturing procedures.

Some of the Key Market Players:
  • SABIC
  • Reliance Industries Ltd.
  • LyondellBasell
  • Eastman Chemicals
  • ExxonMobil
  • Mitsubishi Chemical Company
  • The Dow Chemical Company
  • Huntsman Corporation
  • Sinopec
  • China Petroleum & Chemical Corporation
  • Clariant.
  • INEOS Group Ltd.
  • Royal Dutch Shell
  • BASF

Report Description:

Attribute Description
Market Size Revenue (USD Million)
Market size value in 2022 USD 806.3 Million
Market size value in 2032 USD 1,148.40 Million
CAGR (2023 to 2032) 3.6%
Historical data 2019-2021
Base Year 2022
Forecast 2023-2032
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 Application, End-user

Frequesntly Asked Questions

As per The Brainy Insights, the size of the triethylene glycol market was valued at 806.30 million in 2022 to USD 1,148.40 million by 2032.

The global triethylene glycol market is growing at a CAGR of 3.6% during the forecast period 2023-2032.

Asia Pacific region became the largest market for triethylene glycol.

The demand of triethylene glycol across end-user industries are influencing the market's growth.

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This study forecasts revenue at global, regional, and country levels from 2019 to 2032. The Brainy Insights has segmented the global triethylene glycol market based on below-mentioned segments:

Global Triethylene Glycol Market by Application:

  • Natural gas dehydration
  • Solvents
  • Plasticizers
  • Humectants
  • Others

Global Triethylene Glycol Market by End-user:

  • Textile
  • Construction
  • Automotive
  • Others

Global Triethylene Glycol 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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