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2030 年环氧乙烷市场预测:按衍生物类型、应用、最终用户和地区进行的全球分析Ethylene Oxide Market Forecasts to 2030 - Global Analysis by Derivative Type (Monoethylene Glycol, Triethylene Glycol, Polyethylene Glycol and Ethoxylates), Application, End User and By Geography |
根据 Stratistics MRC 的数据,2024 年全球环氧乙烷市值为 397 亿美元,预计到 2030 年将达到 613 亿美元,预测期内的复合年增长率为 7.5%。
环氧乙烷 (EO) 是一种无色、易燃气体,具有令人愉悦的气味,广泛用于生产防冻剂和乙二醇等化学物质(聚酯纤维的关键成分)。此外,它也用于製造界面活性剂、清洁剂和其他工业化合物,以及作为医疗设备的消毒剂。 EO 反应性极强,在特定条件下可能会发生聚合。由于环氧乙烷具有毒性和致癌性,因此在处理时必须采取足够的安全措施。乙烯是透过氧气氧化生成的。
根据国际汽车结构组织(OICA)预测,2022年全球汽车产量将达8,502万辆,较2021年成长6%。
化工生产需求
市场主要受化学製造业的需求驱动,因为环氧乙烷是生产乙二醇的重要原料,而乙二醇是防冻剂、聚酯纤维和塑化剂所必需的。由于环氧乙烷用于生产清洁剂、溶剂和界面活性剂等多种化学产品,市场对环氧乙烷的需求进一步增加。随着全球汽车、纺织和包装等行业的不断扩张,化学製造业对环氧乙烷的需求仍然很高,从而支持了市场成长并刺激了其应用领域的技术创新。
环境法规
环境法设定了严格的排放限制和安全要求,对工业产生了不利影响。这些政策需要在清洁技术和合规方法上投入大量资金,从而增加了製造商的营运成本。此外,有关消除有害排放和处置特定危险产品的严格规定限制了我们的製造能力和营运灵活性。这些规定可能会阻碍市场扩张并影响环氧乙烷产业公司的财务成功。
纺织和汽车产业的成长
纺织和汽车行业的成长对环氧乙烷市场产生了重大影响,推动了对乙二醇等必需衍生物的需求。乙二醇是纺织业生产聚酯纤维必不可少的原料,而聚酯纤维则广泛用于服装和家居装饰。汽车工业需要乙二醇来生产冷却剂和防冻剂。随着两个产业的发展,尤其是在新兴经济体中,对环氧乙烷的需求将会增加,这将推动市场扩张并增加生产能力以满足特定产业的需求。
原物料价格波动
原物料价格波动会严重阻碍环氧乙烷市场的发展,增加生产成本并破坏供应链的稳定性。环氧乙烷生产依赖乙烯等原料,而乙烯等原料的价格则受原油价格、地缘政治紧张局势等全球因素影响而波动。这些价格波动为製造商带来了财务不确定性,导致营运成本增加、利润率降低和可能的生产延迟。这种不稳定性可能会阻碍投资并阻碍市场成长。
由于供应链中断、工业活动减少和製造延迟,COVID-19 疫情暂时扰乱了环氧乙烷市场。然而,疫情期间医疗消毒需求的增加,推动了医疗保健应用对环氧乙烷的需求。随着汽车、纺织和化学品等行业逐渐復苏,市场正在復苏,但原材料供应和安全问题等挑战仍然存在,影响着成长前景。
预计乙二醇市场在预测期内将成为最大的市场。
乙二醇是製造防冻剂、冷却剂和聚酯纤维的关键成分,预计在预测期内将成为最大的市场,因为这些产品的需求不断增长,特别是在汽车和纺织业,推动了对环氧乙烷的需求。这些行业的扩张以及乙二醇在塑胶和树脂等应用中的使用不断增加,直接促进了对环氧乙烷的需求不断增长,从而推动了市场成长和生产。
预计预测期内医疗保健领域将以最高的复合年增长率成长。
由于医疗保健领域广泛用作医疗设备和仪器中的消毒剂,预计在预测期内医疗保健领域将以最高的复合年增长率成长。环氧乙烷对于无法承受高压釜等传统灭菌方法的热敏感物品(如手术器械、植入和医疗包装)的灭菌至关重要。对医疗产品的需求不断增长,特别是新兴市场的需求,进一步增加了对环氧乙烷的需求,从而推动了市场成长。
由于汽车、纺织和工业应用对乙二醇的需求,预计北美将在预测期内占据最大的市场占有率。该地区先进的化学製造能力和完善的基础设施支持着高生产水准。此外,医疗设备灭菌和药品对环氧乙烷的需求不断增加,推动了市场成长。此外,对工业和商业应用的日益关注,加上汽车和纺织业的强劲成长,进一步证实了北美是环氧乙烷的主要市场。
由于纺织品对聚酯纤维的需求增加以及汽车业对防冻剂的需求不断扩大,预计预测期内亚太地区将出现最高的复合年增长率。该地区强大的化学製造业基础和不断增长的消费市场正导致对乙二醇(环氧乙烷的主要衍生物)的需求量很大。此外,医疗保健领域对消毒的需求不断增长,进一步推动了市场的成长。政府的优惠政策以及基础设施和製造业的投资也有助于亚太地区市场扩张。
According to Stratistics MRC, the Global Ethylene Oxide Market is accounted for $39.7 billion in 2024 and is expected to reach $61.3 billion by 2030 growing at a CAGR of 7.5% during the forecast period. Ethylene oxide (EO) is a colorless, flammable gas with a pleasant odor that is largely utilized in the manufacture of chemicals such as ethylene glycol, a crucial element in antifreeze and polyester fibers. Additionally, it is used in the production of surfactants, detergents, and other industrial compounds, as well as as a sterilizing agent for medical equipment. Because of its strong reactivity, EO can polymerize under some situations. Careful safety measures must be used while handling ethylene oxide because of its toxicity and carcinogenic qualities. Ethylene is oxidized with oxygen to create it.
According to the Organization Internationale des Constructeurs d'Automobiles (OICA), the global production of motor vehicles reached 85.02 million in 2022, registering a YoY growth of 6% compared to 2021.
Demand in Chemical Production
The ethylene oxide market is primarily driven by chemical manufacturing demand, as it is a crucial raw material in the manufacture of ethylene glycol, which is required for antifreeze, polyester fibers, and plasticizers. The market demand for ethylene oxide is further increased by its use in the production of several chemicals, such as detergents, solvents, and surfactants. The requirement for ethylene oxide in chemical manufacturing is still high as global sectors including automotive, textiles, and packaging expand, supporting market growth and spurring innovation in its uses.
Environmental Regulations
Environmental laws have a negative influence on the industry by setting stringent emissions limits and safety requirements. Manufacturers' operating expenses will rise as a result of these policies' requirement for large expenditures in cleaner technology and compliance methods. Furthermore, manufacturing capabilities and operational flexibility are restricted by strict regulations on the elimination of harmful emissions and the disposal of hazardous byproducts. These rules may thus hinder market expansion and have an impact on the financial success of businesses involved in the ethylene oxide industry.
Growing Textile and Automotive Industries
The increasing textile and automotive sectors have a substantial influence on the Ethylene Oxide market, fueling demand for essential derivatives such as ethylene glycol. Ethylene glycol is essential to the textile industry because it produces polyester fibers, which are used extensively in apparel and home furnishings. Ethylene glycol is necessary for the production of coolants and antifreeze in the automobile industry. The need for ethylene oxide rises as both industries grow, especially in emerging economies, which drives market expansion and improves production capacity to satisfy sector-specific demands.
Volatility in Raw Material Prices
Volatility in raw material prices significantly hinders the Ethylene Oxide market by increasing production costs and disrupting supply chain stability. Ethylene oxide production relies on feedstocks like ethylene, which are subject to price fluctuations influenced by global factors such as oil prices and geopolitical tensions. These price swings create financial uncertainty for manufacturers, leading to higher operational expenses, reduced profit margins, and potential delays in production. Such instability can deter investment and hinder market growth.
The COVID-19 pandemic temporarily disrupted the Ethylene Oxide market due to supply chain interruptions, reduced industrial activity, and delays in manufacturing. However, the increased demand for medical sterilization during the pandemic boosted the need for ethylene oxide in healthcare applications. With the gradual recovery of industries such as automotive, textiles, and chemicals, the market has rebounded, but ongoing challenges in raw material availability and safety concerns still impact growth prospects.
The ethylene glycols segment is expected to be the largest during the forecast period
The ethylene glycols segment is expected to be the largest during the forecast period because it is a key component in manufacturing antifreeze, coolants, and polyester fibers, the growing demand for these products, particularly in the automotive and textile industries, fuels the need for ethylene oxide. The expansion of these industries, along with the increasing use of ethylene glycol in applications such as plastics and resins, directly contributes to the rising demand for ethylene oxide, propelling market growth and production.
The healthcare segment is expected to have the highest CAGR during the forecast period
The healthcare segment is expected to have the highest CAGR during the forecast period due to its widespread use as a sterilizing agent for medical devices and equipment. Ethylene oxide is essential for sterilizing heat-sensitive items, such as surgical instruments, implants, and medical packaging, which cannot withstand traditional sterilization methods like autoclaving. With the growing demand for medical products, particularly in emerging markets, further increase the need for ethylene oxide, fostering market growth.
North America is anticipated to hold the largest market share during the forecast period owing to demand for ethylene glycol in automotive, textile, and industrial applications. The region's advanced chemical manufacturing capabilities and established infrastructure support high production levels. Additionally, the growing demand for ethylene oxide in medical device sterilization and pharmaceuticals boosts market growth. Furthermore, the increasing focus on industrial and commercial applications, coupled with the robust automotive and textile sectors, solidifies North America as a key market for ethylene oxide.
Asia Pacific is anticipated to witness the highest CAGR over the forecast period due to demand for polyester fibers in textiles, and expanding automotive sectors requiring antifreeze. The region's strong chemical manufacturing base and growing consumer markets contribute to the high demand for ethylene glycol, a key derivative of ethylene oxide. Additionally, the rising need for sterilization in the healthcare sector further boosts market growth. Favorable government policies and investments in infrastructure and manufacturing also support the market's expansion in Asia-Pacific.
Key players in the market
Some of the key players in Ethylene Oxide market include BASF SE, China Petrochemical Corporation (Sinopec), Clariant AG, Dow Chemical Company, India Glycols Limited, INEOS AG, LOTTE Chemical Corporation, LyondellBasell Industries Holdings B.V., Nippon Shokubai Co., Ltd., Reliance Industries Limited, Shell International B.V., Saudi Basic Industries Corporation (SABIC), Sasol Limited, Akzo Nobel N.V., Eastman Chemical Company, Exxon Mobil Corporation, Formosa Plastics Corporation, Huntsman International LLC, Indorama Ventures Public Company Limited and Sumitomo Chemical Co., Ltd.
In July 2024, BASF launched Haptex 4.0, an innovative polyurethane solution for the production of synthetic leather that is 100% recyclable. Synthetic leather made with Haptex 4.0 and polyethylene terephthalate (PET) fabric can be recycled together using an innovative formulation and recycling technical pathway without the need of layer peel-off process.
In June 2024, CPGC and BASF signed framework agreement on actual ship application of onboard carbon capture system, to steer the low-carbon transformation and foster the sustainable development of the shipping industry.
In May 2024, BASF expanded its biomass balance offering to include BMBCertTM 1,4-butanediol (BDO), tetrahydrofuran (THF), polytetrahydrofuran (PolyTHF(R)) and 3-(dimethylamino)propylamine (DMAPA). In addition to the production site in Ludwigshafen, Germany, the site in Geismar, Louisiana, has also achieved certifications for all these products.