Market Forecast By Regions (North America, Latin America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East and Africa), By Application (Crosslinking, Intermediate, Others), By End-Use Industry (Textile, Paper, Derivatives, Oil & Gas, Cosmetics/Personal Care, Leather, Others) And Competitive Landscape
Product Code: ETC150178 | Publication Date: Dec 2021 | Updated Date: Mar 2025 | Product Type: Report | |
Publisher: 6Wresearch | No. of Pages: 300 | No. of Figures: 90 | No. of Tables: 30 | |
Report Name | Glyoxal Market |
Forecast Period | 2025-2031 |
Market Size | USD 2.5 billion by 2031 |
CAGR | 5% |
Growing Sector | Derivatives |
The Global Glyoxal Market report thoroughly examines the market by regions, application and end-use industry. It provides an unbiased and detailed analysis of ongoing market trends, high-growth areas, and market drivers to help stakeholders align their strategies with current and future market dynamics.
The global glyoxal market had q valuation of approximately USD 1.75 billion in 2025. Therefore, the market is assumed to reach around USD 2.5 billion by 2031 with an approximate CAGR of 5% from 2025 to 2031. This expansion is mainly due to the ever-increasing demand from the derivatives sector, which uses glyoxal in the production of various chemicals for the pharmaceutical and agricultural sectors as the artistic print.
Global Glyoxal Market is the course which is tending solid development and the same is because multifunctional features and success among multiple sectors be it textiles, paper, cosmetics, the chemical industry in general, and oil & gas. Besides, it is the main ingredient in the method of the formation of cross links in the same process of goting intermediates of organic precursors out of various other processes. The observed increase in various fields such as personal care and derivatives together with economic growth due to industrialization has translated into a raised demand situation for glyoxal.
According to 6Wresearch, the Global Glyoxal Market is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of 5% during the forecast period 2025-2031. A growth trend can be seen in the glyoxal market due to its capability in several industries. The use of glyoxal as a cross-linking agent in the knitwear industry has been one of the popular applications. This results in improved fabric such as wrinkle resistance and durability with the use of glyoxal. This is a good thing for the textile sector since its increased adoption in the textile manufacturing processes. as a result of these attributes. In the oil & gas branch, glyoxal is also a cross-linker in the oil-induced processes besides being a sulfur scavenger in the gas desulfurizing process. As one of the factors that increase the oil extraction process, it significantly contributes to the efficiency of the oil industry besides being Sulfur Scavenger.The derivatives section on the other hand is beneficiary to glyoxal's intermediate role of producing chemicals like glyoxylate and allantoin, which play a critical role in Pharmaceuticals and Agrochemicals. This development in turn led to chemical companies having their precipitation requests submitted to the main supplier. Some problems like the ethylene glycol cost fluctuation that in the raw material cause depreciation in the profit margin of the manufacturers will be addressed while it is their most important cost. Health and safety issues connected with the increased inhalation risks of glyoxal and fire accidents occur will be the major challenges to limit its use. The market is inclined towards the implementation of eco-friendly products and practices. The degradable property of glyoxal enables the companies to develop environmentally friendly products for packaging of papers. This trend is reflected in the Global Glyoxal Market Growth.
A very talked-about movement in the cosmetics and personal care industry is the increasing use of glyoxal in the industry. The use of glyoxal in the mushrooming sector of the cosmetics and personal care industry also points to an important trend. It has been noticed in the skin care category that the use of glyoxal moisturizers and lotions products is experiencing an upward trajectory because of consumers' desire for the most possible and safe products.
The Stock Market Seems like People are Presently Focus on Ecologically Compatible and Eco-Friendly items. Biodegradable nature is a feature of Glyoxal that has made it an environmentally friendly product that is used in sectors like paper packaging, where the protection of the environment is the most important issue.
Another pioneering trend in the cosmetics & personal care industry could be seen when various glyoxal variants started to dominate the arena of formulation. The element of discipline is involved as well, through an extent among a majority of both segments' description and market portion.
Glyoxal market across the Asia-Pacific region has become a lucrative field for investors who are interested in making huge money. The two major factors that include the industrialization and urbanization are said to be the reason why the glyoxal market is the increasing one in the Asia-Pacific region. The textile and chemical industries in countries like China and India are said to be only growing sectors with impressive prospects. You can choose to invest in the derivatives segment because it is believed that glyoxal is vital to the production of high-demand chemicals for pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals.
Leading Players in the Global Glyoxal Market
The glyoxal market is dominated by BASF SE, Silver Fern Chemical, The Dow Chemical Company, Eastman Chemical Company, Huntsman Corporation, Reliance Industries, Shell Chemicals, Clariant AG, INEOS, Thermo Fisher Scientific, Sinopec, Haihang Group, WeylChem International, Zhonglan Industry, and Evonik Industries AG.
One of the core objectives of government regulations is to mold the glyoxal market. In many places around the world, environmental organizations have laid down stringent regulations to control emissions and ensure chemicals like glyoxal are handled safely. For the manufacturers to comply with these rules is mandatory. In some places of the globe gas brands are required to register chemical substances and not only this but also the assessment of their risks. Hence, an increased in the regularity of chemical substance checks and procurement of transparent safety data. The rule of occupational safety that involves correct labeling, proper storage, and safe handling procedures is a must in the effort to protect workers from the hazards of glyoxal exposure. The companies are obliged not only to invest in the safety and training equipment but also to make sure the conformity to those standards. Trade policies and import/export regulations are also factors that influence the market. Besides tariffs, quotas, and trade agreements that may be negotiated, they may as well determine the availability and costing of glyoxal products which in turn affects the supply chain around the world.
The future seems very positive for the glyoxal market as more technological developments that give new ways to it are expected. The search for new derivatives and cross-linking technologies are anticipated to be the facilitation of new uses for glyoxal. Green sustainability trends will emphasize the use of biodegradable products. The newsworthy fact is that the acetone of glyoxal is eco-friendly and, therefore so can it meet rising environmental and consumer demands for green products. New markets could be found in Asian, African and Latin American countries which could bring potential for further development. As these regions develop and become increasingly urban, the demand for glyoxal in the textiles, oil & gas and personal care products sector is expected to increase. Chemical manufacturers and research institutions working together might find some ways to make the glyoxal-based products better and safer and thus the field will have a wider range of uses.
The report offers a comprehensive study of the following market segments and their leading categories:
According to Ashutosh, Senior Research Analyst, 6Wresearch, Asia Pacific is set to grab the reigns of the global glyoxal market, a move that will be powered by the fast pace of urbanization and industrialization in the region. The region's textile and chemical industries are growing rapidly, specifically in countries such as China and India.
The derivatives segment is foreseen to secure the highest part of the market and maintain glyoxal's rank as one of the most important ingredients in the chemical industry, pharmaceutical industry, and agriculture, as well. The role of the compound as an intermediate in the production of chemicals like glyoxaltate and allantoin underlies its importance.
The textile industry is estimated to be the highest end-user of the glyoxal chemical, which is used as a fabric preare for crosslinking to achieve the properties of a fabric such as wrinkle-resistance and durability. This application is especially important in the regions of textile market growth in the Asia Pacific.
Key Attractiveness of the Report
The report offers a comprehensive analysis of the following market segments
1 Executive Summary |
2 Introduction |
2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.2 Report Description |
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3 Global Glyoxal Market Overview |
3.1 Global Regional Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Global Glyoxal Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Global Glyoxal Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Global Glyoxal Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Global Glyoxal Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Regions, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Global Glyoxal Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 Global Glyoxal Market Revenues & Volume Share, By End-use Industry, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Global Glyoxal Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.3 Market Restraints |
5 Global Glyoxal Market Trends |
6 Global Glyoxal Market, 2021-2031 |
6.1 Global Glyoxal Market, Revenues & Volume, By Application, 2021-2031 |
6.2 Global Glyoxal Market, Revenues & Volume, By End-use Industry, 2021-2031 |
7 North America Glyoxal Market, 2021-2031 |
7.1 North America Glyoxal Market, Revenues & Volume, By Application, 2021-2031 |
7.2 North America Glyoxal Market, Revenues & Volume, By End-use Industry, 2021-2031 |
8 Latin America Glyoxal Market, 2021-2031 |
8.1 Latin America Glyoxal Market, Revenues & Volume, By Application, 2021-2031 |
8.2 Latin America Glyoxal Market, Revenues & Volume, By End-use Industry, 2021-2031 |
9 Europe Glyoxal Market, 2021-2031 |
9.1 Europe Glyoxal Market, Revenues & Volume, By Application, 2021-2031 |
9.2 Europe Glyoxal Market, Revenues & Volume, By End-use Industry, 2021-2031 |
10 Asia Pacific Glyoxal Market, 2021-2031 |
10.1 Asia Pacific Glyoxal Market, Revenues & Volume, By Application, 2021-2031 |
10.2 Asia Pacific Glyoxal Market, Revenues & Volume, By End-use Industry, 2021-2031 |
11 Middle East Glyoxal Market, 2021-2031 |
11.1 Middle East Glyoxal Market, Revenues & Volume, By Application, 2021-2031 |
11.2 Middle East Glyoxal Market, Revenues & Volume, By End-use Industry, 2021-2031 |
12 Africa Glyoxal Market, 2021-2031 |
12.1 Africa Glyoxal Market, Revenues & Volume, By Application, 2021-2031 |
12.2 Africa Glyoxal Market, Revenues & Volume, By End-use Industry, 2021-2031 |
13 Global Glyoxal Market Key Performance Indicators |
14 Global Glyoxal Market - Opportunity Assessment |
14.1 Global Glyoxal Market Opportunity Assessment, By Regions, 2021 & 2031F |
14.2 Global Glyoxal Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
14.3 Global Glyoxal Market Opportunity Assessment, By End-use Industry, 2021 & 2031F |
15 Global Glyoxal Market - Competitive Landscape |
15.1 Global Glyoxal Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
15.2 Global Glyoxal Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
16 Company Profiles |
17 Recommendations |
18 Disclaimer |