四氢呋喃（THF）全球市场需求分析：按地区、应用及预测（至2034年）

THF市场概述

2024年，全球四氢呋喃（THF）市场规模超过35亿美元。预计未来十年将稳定成长，到2034年将超过80亿美元，年增率为5.8%。市场主要分为两大领域：作为溶剂的用途和作为生产聚四亚甲基醚二醇（PTMEG）的原料的用途。 PTMEG领域占据市场主导地位，因为四氢呋喃是生产这种化合物的必需原料，而这种化合物是氨纶纤维的主要成分。

除了氨纶，THF也用于製造多种塑料，包括聚氨酯和聚氯乙烯。它还在聚四氟乙烯（PTFE）等特殊材料的生产中发挥重要作用，并被用作醋酸纤维素的助溶剂。在製药领域，THF是合成和精製各种活性药物成分的重要溶剂。

区域考虑

2024年，全球THF需求量将达到约150万吨，预计2034年将以每年约4.5%的速度成长。亚太地区THF消费量占全球的70%以上，光是中国就占全球消费量的40%以上。这项高需求是由快速成长的氨纶和聚氨酯市场（尤其是在亚洲）所推动的。北美和西欧也为THF市场做出了贡献，尤其是在聚氨酯弹性体的生产领域。

主要 THF 製造商

THF 市场的主要参与者包括BASF SE、Invista、LyondellBasell、Dairen Chemical、Ashland、Nova Molecular Technologies、三菱化学、Sipchem 等。

工业需求不断成长

各行各业对四氢呋喃 (THF) 的需求日益增长，为 THF 製造商创造了巨大的机会。 THF 广泛用于製造乙烯基聚合物和合成树脂。 THF 也是生产己二酸、琥珀酸、丁二烯和 γ-丁内酯等各种化学物质的主要成分。此外，它还可用于燃料添加剂、香料和杀虫剂。

在製药领域，THF 对于製造类激素化合物（例如卡贝特戊烷、利福霉素和孕酮）非常重要，并且还可用作格氏反应和使用氢化铝锂的还原反应等过程中的反应介质，这两种反应在药物开发中都很常见。

健康和安全问题

儘管四氢呋喃用途广泛，但它确实存在健康和安全风险。过量接触会导致头痛、头晕和呼吸道刺激。妥善储存至关重要，因为四氢呋喃长时间暴露在空气中会形成一种名为过氧化物的爆炸性化合物。四氢呋喃仍极易燃，被认为是潜在的致癌性，引发安全隐患。如果不加以妥善控制，这些健康危害可能会在未来几年减缓市场成长。

本报告对全球四氢呋喃 (THF) 市场进行了深入分析，包括市场动态、行业趋势、细分市场需求和製造商概况。

目录

第一章 引言

第二章 使用条款

第三章注记

第四章 市场摘要

• 市场演变
• 需求概览
• 产业结构
• 战略问题
• 最终用途趋势
• 成长预测

第五章 全球经济展望

• GDP与人口统计
• 货币和财政政策

第六章 能源展望

• 原油
• 天然气
• 电费

第七章 终端机使用产业表现

• 油漆和涂料
• 製药
• 电气和电子
• 其他的

8. 四氢呋喃（THF）简介及市场概况

• 产品描述
• 等级和特点
• 原料
• 製造过程
• 环境问题
• 价值链
• 目的

第九章市场动态与产业趋势

• 市场动态
  • 驱动程式
  • 限制因素
  • 机会
  • 任务
• 产业结构

第 10 章 全球四氢呋喃 （THF） 需求分析（按应用分類的产量和价值）（2018-2034 年）

• 战略问题
• 需求分析与预测（2018-2034）
• 要求
• 需求成长率
• 驱动因素分析
• 全球四氢呋喃（THF）市场应用状况
• 聚四亚甲基醚二醇（PTMEG）
• 溶剂
• 其他的

第 11 章。按地区/国家分類的需求分析和市场回顾（数量和价值）（2018-2034 年）

• 战略问题
• 需求分析与预测（2018-2034）
• 要求
• 需求成长率
• 四氢呋喃（THF）市场应用
• 北美洲
• 美国
• 加拿大
• 墨西哥
• 西欧
• 德国
• 法国
• 义大利
• 英国
• 西班牙
• 其他西欧国家
• 中欧/东欧
• 俄罗斯
• 波兰
• 其他中欧和东欧国家
• 亚太地区
• 中国
• 日本
• 印度
• 韩国
• 其他亚太地区
• 拉丁美洲
• 中东和非洲

第十二章机会评估

• 市场吸引力评估
• 前景与目标市场研究

第十三章 策略建议与提案

第14章定价分析

• 平均价格
• 价格预测

第十五章公司分析

• 四氢呋喃（THF）製造商概况/公司分析
• 基本讯息
• 总部、主要市场
• 拥有
• 公司财务
• 製造地
• 全球销售
• 员工总数
• 产品系列/服务/解决方案
• 近期动态

目标公司

• BASF SE
• Invista
• LyondellBasell
• Dairen Chemical
• Ashland
• Nova Molecular Technologies
• Mitsubishi Chemical
• Sipchem
• 其他製造商

第十六章 附录

Tetrahydrofuran, commonly known as THF, is a clear, colorless organic liquid with a wide range of industrial uses. It's best known for being a highly effective solvent due to its water solubility and low viscosity. One of its primary uses is as a building block in the production of polymers that are used in coatings, adhesives, and printing inks.

THF is typically produced in three main ways and the most common method, used by companies like Ashland, involves the acid-catalyzed dehydration of 1,4-butanediol. Another method, developed by DuPont, starts with the oxidation of n-butane to create maleic anhydride, which is then converted into THF through catalytic hydrogenation. A third process includes modifying allyl alcohol through hydroformylation and then hydrogenating it to form 1,4-butanediol, which is further processed into THF.

THF Market Overview

The global THF market was valued at more than USD 3.5 billion in 2024. With steady growth projected over the next decade, it's estimated to cross USD 8 billion by 2034, growing at an annual rate of 5.8%. The market is mainly divided into two segments: its use as a solvent and as a raw material for producing polytetramethylene ether glycol (PTMEG). The PTMEG segment leads the market since THF is essential in creating this compound, which is a key ingredient in making spandex fibers.

Besides spandex, THF is used in manufacturing several types of plastics, including polyurethane and PVC. It also plays a role in producing specialty materials like PTFE and is used as a co-solvent in making cellulose acetate. In pharmaceuticals, THF serves as a crucial solvent for synthesizing and purifying active ingredients in various medications.

Regional Insights

In 2024, global demand for THF was about 1,500 kilo tons and is projected to grow by around 4.5% annually through 2034. The Asia Pacific region leads the way, using more than 70% of the world's THF, with China alone accounting for over 40% of global consumption. This high demand is driven by the rapid growth of the spandex and polyurethane markets, especially in Asia. North America and Western Europe also contribute to the THF market, particularly in the production of polyurethane elastomers.

Major THF Manufacturers

Key players in the THF market include BASF SE, Invista, LyondellBasell, Dairen Chemical, Ashland, Nova Molecular Technologies, Mitsubishi Chemical, and Sipchem.

Growing Industrial Demand

The rising demand for THF across multiple industries is creating strong opportunities for its manufacturers. It's widely used in making vinyl polymers and synthetic resins. THF also acts as a key ingredient in producing a range of chemicals including adipic acid, succinic acid, butadiene, and gamma-butyrolactone. It even has applications in fuel additives, perfumes, and pesticides.

In the pharmaceutical sector, THF is crucial in making compounds like carbetapentane, rifamycin, and hormones such as progesterone. It also serves as a reaction medium in processes like the Grignard reaction or reductions using lithium aluminum hydride common in drug development.

Health and Safety Concerns

Despite its many uses, THF poses certain health and safety risks. Overexposure can lead to headaches, dizziness, and irritation of the respiratory tract. When exposed to air over time, THF can form explosive compounds called peroxides, making proper storage essential. It's also highly flammable and is considered a potential carcinogen, which adds to the safety concerns. These health hazards may slow down its market growth in the coming years if not properly managed.

Table of Contents

1. Introduction

2. Terms & Conditions of Use

3. Explanatory Notes

• Market Coverage
  • Application
  • Regions
  • Countries
• Years Considered
  • Historical - 2018 - 2023
  • Base - 2024
  • Forecast Period - 2025 - 2034
• Research Methodology
  • Approach
  • Research Methodology
  • Prismane Consulting Market Models
  • Assumptions & Limitations
  • Abbreviations & Definitions
  • Conversion Factors
  • Data Sources

4. Market Synopsis

• Market Evolution
• Demand Overview
• Industry Structure
• Strategic Issues
• End-use Trends
• Growth Forecast

5. Global Economic Outlook

• GDP and Demographics
• Monetary & Fiscal Policies

6. Energy Outlook

• Crude Oil
• Natural Gas
• Electricity Prices

7. End-use Sector Performance

• Paints & Coatings
• Pharmaceutical
• Electrical & Electronics
• Others

8. Introduction to Tetrahydrofuran (THF) and Market Overview

• Product Description
• Grades & Properties
• Raw Material
• Manufacturing Process
• Environmental Issues
• Value Chain
• Applications

9. Market Dynamics and Industry Trends

• Market Dynamics
  • Drivers
  • Restraints
  • Opportunities
  • Challenges
• Industry Structure

10. Global Tetrahydrofuran (THF) Demand Analysis By Application (Volume, Value) (2018 - 2034)

• Strategic Issues
• Demand Analysis and Forecast (2018 - 2034)
• Demand
• Demand Growth Rate (%)
• Driving Force Analysis
• Global Tetrahydrofuran (THF) Market, By Application
• Polytetramethylene Ether Glycol (PTMEG)
• Solvent
• Others

11. Demand Analysis and Market Review, By Region, By Country (Volume, Value), (2018 - 2034)

• Strategic Issues
• Demand Analysis and Forecast (2018 - 2034)
• Demand
• Demand Growth Rate (%)
• Tetrahydrofuran (THF) Market, By Application

Note: Demand Analysis has been provided for all major Regions / Countries as mentioned below. The demand (consumption) split by Applicationhas been provided for each of the countries / regions in Volume (Kilo tons) and Value (USD Million).

• North America
• USA
• Canada
• Mexico
• Western Europe
• Germany
• France
• Italy
• United Kingdom
• Spain
• Rest of Western Europe
• Central & Eastern Europe
• Russia
• Poland
• Rest of Central & Eastern Europe
• Asia-Pacific
• China
• Japan
• India
• South Korea
• Rest of Asia-Pacific
• Central & South America
• Middle East & Africa

Note: CAGR will be calculated for all the applications to arrive at the regional / global demand growth for the forecast period (2025 - 2034)

12. Business Opportunity Assessment

• Market Attractiveness Assessment
• Prospective & Target Market Study

13. Strategic Recommendation & Suggestions

14. Pricing Analysis

• Average Prices
• Price Forecast

15. Company Analysis

• Tetrahydrofuran (THF) Manufacturers Profiles/ Company Analysis
• Basic Details
• Headquarter, Key Markets
• Ownership
• Company Financial
• Manufacturing Bases
• Global Turnover
• Total Employee
• Product Portfolio / Services / Solutions
• Recent Developments

Companies Covered -

• BASF SE
• Invista
• LyondellBasell
• Dairen Chemical
• Ashland
• Nova Molecular Technologies
• Mitsubishi Chemical
• Sipchem
• Other Manufacturers

Note: This section includes company information, company financials, manufacturing bases and operating regions. Company financials have been mentioned only for those companies where financials were available in SEC Filings, annual reports, or company websites. All the reported financials in this report are in U.S. Dollars. Financials reported in other currencies have been converted using average currency conversion rates. Company profiles may include manufacturers, suppliers, and distributors.

16. Appendices

• Target Markets
• Demand - Regions
• Demand - Countries