The global petrochemicals market size was valued at USD 599.68billionin 2022. The industry is expected to expand from USD 649.16 billionin 2024 to USD 900.91 billionby 2032, exhibiting a CAGR of 4.2% over the study period.

Natural gas, crude oil, and coal are used to derive petrochemicals. The expansion of the market can be credited to the growth of industries such as electronics, packaging, automotive, and construction, which is poised to increase the demand for petrochemical products.

Fortune Business Insights™ provides this information in its research report, titled “Petrochemicals Market, 2024-2032”.

List of Key Players Mentioned in the Report:

• BASF SE (Germany)
• LyondellBasell Industries Holdings B.V. (Netherlands)
• INEOS (K.)
• Shell plc (K.)
• SABIC (Saudi Arabia)
• Reliance Industries Limited (India)
• Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation. (Japan)
• Dow Chemical Company (U.S.)
• LG Chem (South Korea)
• Chevron Phillips Chemical Company LLC. (U.S.)
• China National Petroleum Corporation (China)
• Maruzen Petrochemical Co., Ltd. (Tokyo)

Segmentation:

Surging Deployment of Ethylene for Vinyl Chloride Production Fueled the Segment Growth

On the basis of type, the market is categorized into methanol, propylene, ethylene, xylene, and others. The ethylene segment captured the largest petrochemicals market share in 2022. Ethylene is used in the production of ethylene glycol, vinyl chloride, and polyethylene. This factor is propelling the ethylene segment growth.

Growing Demand for Plastic Packaging Impeled the Segment Growth

Based on end-use industry, the market is divided into electronics, automotive, construction, packaging, and others. The packaging segment held the largest market share in 2022. The demand for plastic packaging, mainly in non-food and food packaging is increasing. This factor is bolstering the packaging segment growth.

From the regional perspective, the market is divided into South America, North America, the Asia Pacific, Europe, and the Middle East & Africa.

Report Coverage:

The research report offers detailed insights into the major factors proliferating the market growth. It further encompasses the restraining factors, the COVID-19 pandemic’s impact on market growth, and major industry developments. Additional aspects of the report include the competitive strategies deployed by leading industry players to reinforce their position.

Drivers and Restraints:

Expansion of the Packaging Industry to Foster Market Growth

One of the key factors propelling the petrochemicals market growth is the flourishing packaging industry. This factor can be attributed to the growing urbanization trend. Due to the growth in urban population, the demand for packaged goods has increased.

Despite an expanding scope for the adoption of the product, the harmful impacts of petrochemical products may impede the market growth.

Regional Insights:

Asia Pacific Dominated Due to the Strong Presence of Traditional Automotive Industry

The Asia Pacific petrochemicals market dominated in 2022. The robust presence of the traditional automotive industry in China is escalating the regional growth.

The growth of North America market for petrochemicals can be attributed to the growing petroleum sector due to technological advancements in shale oil production by hydraulic fracturing.

Information Source: https://www.fortunebusinessinsights.com/petrochemicals-market-102363

Competitive Landscape:

Leading Companies Focus on Mergers and Acquisition Strategies to Maximize Their Revenue

The major industry players in the petrochemicals market are forging partnerships and deploying other strategic initiatives such as product innovations, joint ventures, and others. Several companies are also focusing on mergers and acquisition strategies to capture the largest market share and boost revenue.

Key Industry Development:

July 2024 – INEOS inked a deal for the acquisition of Gexaro, Appryl, and Naphtachimie, which was a 50:50 joint venture between INEOS and TotalEnergies in Southern France. This deal is a significant step toward the INEOS French and South European businesses.