Global Ashless Friction Modifier Market Research Report 2025(Status and Outlook)
Description
Report Overview
The market for ashless friction modifiers is driven by their critical role in enhancing fuel efficiency and reducing wear in automotive and industrial lubricants. Unlike traditional friction modifiers that contain metallic compounds, ashless variants are formulated without sulfated ash, phosphorus, or sulfur (low SAPS), making them environmentally preferable and compatible with modern emission control systems like catalytic converters and diesel particulate filters. These additives are increasingly adopted in engine oils, transmission fluids, and hydraulic systems, particularly in regions with stringent emissions regulations such as North America and Europe. Growth is further propelled by the rising demand for high-performance lubricants in electric and hybrid vehicles, where thermal stability and material compatibility are paramount. Key players focus on R&D to improve thermal durability and friction reduction, while competition intensifies with the entry of bio-based alternatives. However, cost sensitivity in price-driven markets and the complexity of formulating ashless compounds pose challenges. The market is expected to expand steadily, supported by automotive advancements and sustainability mandates.
The global Ashless Friction Modifier market size was estimated at USD 126.61 million in 2024, exhibiting a CAGR of 4.25% during the forecast period.
This report provides a deep insight into the global Ashless Friction Modifier market covering all its essential aspects. This ranges from a macro overview of the market to micro details of the market size, competitive landscape, development trend, niche market, key market drivers and challenges, SWOT analysis, value chain analysis, etc.
The analysis helps the reader to shape the competition within the industries and strategies for the competitive environment to enhance the potential profit. Furthermore, it provides a simple framework for evaluating and accessing the position of the business organization. The report structure also focuses on the competitive landscape of the Global Ashless Friction Modifier Market, this report introduces in detail the market share, market performance, product situation, operation situation, etc. of the main players, which helps the readers in the industry to identify the main competitors and deeply understand the competition pattern of the market.
In a word, this report is a must-read for industry players, investors, researchers, consultants, business strategists, and all those who have any kind of stake or are planning to foray into the Ashless Friction Modifier market in any manner.
Global Ashless Friction Modifier Market: Market Segmentation Analysis
The research report includes specific segments by region (country), manufacturers, Type, and Application. Market segmentation creates subsets of a market based on product type, end-user or application, Geographic, and other factors. By understanding the market segments, the decision-maker can leverage this targeting in the product, sales, and marketing strategies. Market segments can power your product development cycles by informing how you create product offerings for different segments.
Key Company
BASF
Cargill
Lanxess
Afton Chemical
ADEKA
Italmatch Chemicals
Nouryon
XG Industries
Market Segmentation (by Type)
Carboxylic Acid Type
Borate Ester Type
Other
Market Segmentation (by Application)
Engine Oil
Gear Oil
Hydraulic Oil
Other
Geographic Segmentation
North America (USA, Canada, Mexico)
Europe (Germany, UK, France, Russia, Italy, Rest of Europe)
Asia-Pacific (China, Japan, South Korea, India, Southeast Asia, Rest of Asia-Pacific)
South America (Brazil, Argentina, Columbia, Rest of South America)
The Middle East and Africa (Saudi Arabia, UAE, Egypt, Nigeria, South Africa, Rest of MEA)
Key Benefits of This Market Research:
Industry drivers, restraints, and opportunities covered in the study
Neutral perspective on the market performance
Recent industry trends and developments
Competitive landscape & strategies of key players
Potential & niche segments and regions exhibiting promising growth covered
Historical, current, and projected market size, in terms of value
In-depth analysis of the Ashless Friction Modifier Market
Overview of the regional outlook of the Ashless Friction Modifier Market:
Chapter Outline
Chapter 1 mainly introduces the statistical scope of the report, market division standards, and market research methods.
Chapter 2 is an executive summary of different market segments (by region, product type, application, etc), including the market size of each market segment, future development potential, and so on. It offers a high-level view of the current state of the Ashless Friction Modifier Market and its likely evolution in the short to mid-term, and long term.
Chapter 3 makes a detailed analysis of the market's competitive landscape of the market and provides the market share, capacity, output, price, latest development plan, merger, and acquisition information of the main manufacturers in the market.
Chapter 4 is the analysis of the whole market industrial chain, including the upstream and downstream of the industry, as well as Porter's five forces analysis.
Chapter 5 introduces the latest developments of the market, the driving factors and restrictive factors of the market, the challenges and risks faced by manufacturers in the industry, and the analysis of relevant policies in the industry.
Chapter 6 provides the analysis of various market segments according to product types, covering the market size and development potential of each market segment, to help readers find the blue ocean market in different market segments.
Chapter 7 provides the analysis of various market segments according to application, covering the market size and development potential of each market segment, to help readers find the blue ocean market in different downstream markets.
Chapter 8 provides a quantitative analysis of the market size and development potential of each region and its main countries and introduces the market development, future development prospects, market space, and capacity of each country in the world.
Chapter 9 shares the main producing countries of Ashless Friction Modifier, their output value, profit level, regional supply, production capacity layout, etc. from the supply side.
Chapter 10 introduces the basic situation of the main companies in the market in detail, including product sales revenue, sales volume, price, gross profit margin, market share, product introduction, recent development, etc.
Chapter 11 provides a quantitative analysis of the market size and development potential of each region in the next five years.
Chapter 12 provides a quantitative analysis of the market size and development potential of each market segment in the next five years.
Chapter 13 is the main points and conclusions of the report.
Key Reasons to Buy this Report:
Access to date statistics compiled by our researchers. These provide you with historical and forecast data, which is analyzed to tell you why your market is set to change
This enables you to anticipate market changes to remain ahead of your competitors
You will be able to copy data from the Excel spreadsheet straight into your marketing plans, business presentations, or other strategic documents
The concise analysis, clear graph, and table format will enable you to pinpoint the information you require quickly
Provision of market value data for each segment and sub-segment
Indicates the region and segment that is expected to witness the fastest growth as well as to dominate the market
Analysis by geography highlighting the consumption of the product/service in the region as well as indicating the factors that are affecting the market within each region
Competitive landscape which incorporates the market ranking of the major players, along with new service/product launches, partnerships, business expansions, and acquisitions in the past five years of companies profiled
Extensive company profiles comprising of company overview, company insights, product benchmarking, and SWOT analysis for the major market players
The current as well as the future market outlook of the industry concerning recent developments which involve growth opportunities and drivers as well as challenges and restraints of both emerging as well as developed regions
Includes in-depth analysis of the market from various perspectives through Porter’s five forces analysis
Provides insight into the market through Value Chain
Market dynamics scenario, along with growth opportunities of the market in the years to come
The market for ashless friction modifiers is driven by their critical role in enhancing fuel efficiency and reducing wear in automotive and industrial lubricants. Unlike traditional friction modifiers that contain metallic compounds, ashless variants are formulated without sulfated ash, phosphorus, or sulfur (low SAPS), making them environmentally preferable and compatible with modern emission control systems like catalytic converters and diesel particulate filters. These additives are increasingly adopted in engine oils, transmission fluids, and hydraulic systems, particularly in regions with stringent emissions regulations such as North America and Europe. Growth is further propelled by the rising demand for high-performance lubricants in electric and hybrid vehicles, where thermal stability and material compatibility are paramount. Key players focus on R&D to improve thermal durability and friction reduction, while competition intensifies with the entry of bio-based alternatives. However, cost sensitivity in price-driven markets and the complexity of formulating ashless compounds pose challenges. The market is expected to expand steadily, supported by automotive advancements and sustainability mandates.
The global Ashless Friction Modifier market size was estimated at USD 126.61 million in 2024, exhibiting a CAGR of 4.25% during the forecast period.
This report provides a deep insight into the global Ashless Friction Modifier market covering all its essential aspects. This ranges from a macro overview of the market to micro details of the market size, competitive landscape, development trend, niche market, key market drivers and challenges, SWOT analysis, value chain analysis, etc.
The analysis helps the reader to shape the competition within the industries and strategies for the competitive environment to enhance the potential profit. Furthermore, it provides a simple framework for evaluating and accessing the position of the business organization. The report structure also focuses on the competitive landscape of the Global Ashless Friction Modifier Market, this report introduces in detail the market share, market performance, product situation, operation situation, etc. of the main players, which helps the readers in the industry to identify the main competitors and deeply understand the competition pattern of the market.
In a word, this report is a must-read for industry players, investors, researchers, consultants, business strategists, and all those who have any kind of stake or are planning to foray into the Ashless Friction Modifier market in any manner.
Global Ashless Friction Modifier Market: Market Segmentation Analysis
The research report includes specific segments by region (country), manufacturers, Type, and Application. Market segmentation creates subsets of a market based on product type, end-user or application, Geographic, and other factors. By understanding the market segments, the decision-maker can leverage this targeting in the product, sales, and marketing strategies. Market segments can power your product development cycles by informing how you create product offerings for different segments.
Key Company
BASF
Cargill
Lanxess
Afton Chemical
ADEKA
Italmatch Chemicals
Nouryon
XG Industries
Market Segmentation (by Type)
Carboxylic Acid Type
Borate Ester Type
Other
Market Segmentation (by Application)
Engine Oil
Gear Oil
Hydraulic Oil
Other
Geographic Segmentation
North America (USA, Canada, Mexico)
Europe (Germany, UK, France, Russia, Italy, Rest of Europe)
Asia-Pacific (China, Japan, South Korea, India, Southeast Asia, Rest of Asia-Pacific)
South America (Brazil, Argentina, Columbia, Rest of South America)
The Middle East and Africa (Saudi Arabia, UAE, Egypt, Nigeria, South Africa, Rest of MEA)
Key Benefits of This Market Research:
Industry drivers, restraints, and opportunities covered in the study
Neutral perspective on the market performance
Recent industry trends and developments
Competitive landscape & strategies of key players
Potential & niche segments and regions exhibiting promising growth covered
Historical, current, and projected market size, in terms of value
In-depth analysis of the Ashless Friction Modifier Market
Overview of the regional outlook of the Ashless Friction Modifier Market:
Chapter Outline
Chapter 1 mainly introduces the statistical scope of the report, market division standards, and market research methods.
Chapter 2 is an executive summary of different market segments (by region, product type, application, etc), including the market size of each market segment, future development potential, and so on. It offers a high-level view of the current state of the Ashless Friction Modifier Market and its likely evolution in the short to mid-term, and long term.
Chapter 3 makes a detailed analysis of the market's competitive landscape of the market and provides the market share, capacity, output, price, latest development plan, merger, and acquisition information of the main manufacturers in the market.
Chapter 4 is the analysis of the whole market industrial chain, including the upstream and downstream of the industry, as well as Porter's five forces analysis.
Chapter 5 introduces the latest developments of the market, the driving factors and restrictive factors of the market, the challenges and risks faced by manufacturers in the industry, and the analysis of relevant policies in the industry.
Chapter 6 provides the analysis of various market segments according to product types, covering the market size and development potential of each market segment, to help readers find the blue ocean market in different market segments.
Chapter 7 provides the analysis of various market segments according to application, covering the market size and development potential of each market segment, to help readers find the blue ocean market in different downstream markets.
Chapter 8 provides a quantitative analysis of the market size and development potential of each region and its main countries and introduces the market development, future development prospects, market space, and capacity of each country in the world.
Chapter 9 shares the main producing countries of Ashless Friction Modifier, their output value, profit level, regional supply, production capacity layout, etc. from the supply side.
Chapter 10 introduces the basic situation of the main companies in the market in detail, including product sales revenue, sales volume, price, gross profit margin, market share, product introduction, recent development, etc.
Chapter 11 provides a quantitative analysis of the market size and development potential of each region in the next five years.
Chapter 12 provides a quantitative analysis of the market size and development potential of each market segment in the next five years.
Chapter 13 is the main points and conclusions of the report.
Key Reasons to Buy this Report:
Access to date statistics compiled by our researchers. These provide you with historical and forecast data, which is analyzed to tell you why your market is set to change
This enables you to anticipate market changes to remain ahead of your competitors
You will be able to copy data from the Excel spreadsheet straight into your marketing plans, business presentations, or other strategic documents
The concise analysis, clear graph, and table format will enable you to pinpoint the information you require quickly
Provision of market value data for each segment and sub-segment
Indicates the region and segment that is expected to witness the fastest growth as well as to dominate the market
Analysis by geography highlighting the consumption of the product/service in the region as well as indicating the factors that are affecting the market within each region
Competitive landscape which incorporates the market ranking of the major players, along with new service/product launches, partnerships, business expansions, and acquisitions in the past five years of companies profiled
Extensive company profiles comprising of company overview, company insights, product benchmarking, and SWOT analysis for the major market players
The current as well as the future market outlook of the industry concerning recent developments which involve growth opportunities and drivers as well as challenges and restraints of both emerging as well as developed regions
Includes in-depth analysis of the market from various perspectives through Porter’s five forces analysis
Provides insight into the market through Value Chain
Market dynamics scenario, along with growth opportunities of the market in the years to come
Table of Contents
136 Pages
- 1 Research Methodology and Statistical Scope
- 1.1 Market Definition and Statistical Scope of Ashless Friction Modifier
- 1.2 Key Market Segments
- 1.2.1 Ashless Friction Modifier Segment by Type
- 1.2.2 Ashless Friction Modifier Segment by Application
- 1.3 Methodology & Sources of Information
- 1.3.1 Research Methodology
- 1.3.2 Research Process
- 1.3.3 Market Breakdown and Data Triangulation
- 1.3.4 Base Year
- 1.3.5 Report Assumptions & Caveats
- 2 Ashless Friction Modifier Market Overview
- 2.1 Global Market Overview
- 2.1.1 Global Ashless Friction Modifier Market Size (M USD) Estimates and Forecasts (2020-2033)
- 2.1.2 Global Ashless Friction Modifier Sales Estimates and Forecasts (2020-2033)
- 2.2 Market Segment Executive Summary
- 2.3 Global Market Size by Region
- 3 Ashless Friction Modifier Market Competitive Landscape
- 3.1 Company Assessment Quadrant
- 3.2 Global Ashless Friction Modifier Product Life Cycle
- 3.3 Global Ashless Friction Modifier Sales by Manufacturers (2020-2025)
- 3.4 Global Ashless Friction Modifier Revenue Market Share by Manufacturers (2020-2025)
- 3.5 Ashless Friction Modifier Market Share by Company Type (Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3)
- 3.6 Global Ashless Friction Modifier Average Price by Manufacturers (2020-2025)
- 3.7 Manufacturers’ Manufacturing Sites, Areas Served, and Product Types
- 3.8 Ashless Friction Modifier Market Competitive Situation and Trends
- 3.8.1 Ashless Friction Modifier Market Concentration Rate
- 3.8.2 Global 5 and 10 Largest Ashless Friction Modifier Players Market Share by Revenue
- 3.8.3 Mergers & Acquisitions, Expansion
- 4 Ashless Friction Modifier Industry Chain Analysis
- 4.1 Ashless Friction Modifier Industry Chain Analysis
- 4.2 Market Overview of Key Raw Materials
- 4.3 Midstream Market Analysis
- 4.4 Downstream Customer Analysis
- 5 The Development and Dynamics of Ashless Friction Modifier Market
- 5.1 Key Development Trends
- 5.2 Driving Factors
- 5.3 Market Challenges
- 5.4 Industry News
- 5.4.1 New Product Developments
- 5.4.2 Mergers & Acquisitions
- 5.4.3 Expansions
- 5.4.4 Collaboration/Supply Contracts
- 5.5 PEST Analysis
- 5.5.1 Industry Policies Analysis
- 5.5.2 Economic Environment Analysis
- 5.5.3 Social Environment Analysis
- 5.5.4 Technological Environment Analysis
- 5.6 Global Ashless Friction Modifier Market Porter's Five Forces Analysis
- 5.6.1 Global Trade Frictions
- 5.6.2 U.S. Tariff Policy – April 2025
- 5.6.3 Global Trade Frictions and Their Impacts to Ashless Friction Modifier Market
- 5.7 ESG Ratings of Leading Companies
- 6 Ashless Friction Modifier Market Segmentation by Type
- 6.1 Evaluation Matrix of Segment Market Development Potential (Type)
- 6.2 Global Ashless Friction Modifier Sales Market Share by Type (2020-2025)
- 6.3 Global Ashless Friction Modifier Market Size Market Share by Type (2020-2025)
- 6.4 Global Ashless Friction Modifier Price by Type (2020-2025)
- 7 Ashless Friction Modifier Market Segmentation by Application
- 7.1 Evaluation Matrix of Segment Market Development Potential (Application)
- 7.2 Global Ashless Friction Modifier Market Sales by Application (2020-2025)
- 7.3 Global Ashless Friction Modifier Market Size (M USD) by Application (2020-2025)
- 7.4 Global Ashless Friction Modifier Sales Growth Rate by Application (2020-2025)
- 8 Ashless Friction Modifier Market Sales by Region
- 8.1 Global Ashless Friction Modifier Sales by Region
- 8.1.1 Global Ashless Friction Modifier Sales by Region
- 8.1.2 Global Ashless Friction Modifier Sales Market Share by Region
- 8.2 Global Ashless Friction Modifier Market Size by Region
- 8.2.1 Global Ashless Friction Modifier Market Size by Region
- 8.2.2 Global Ashless Friction Modifier Market Size Market Share by Region
- 8.3 North America
- 8.3.1 North America Ashless Friction Modifier Sales by Country
- 8.3.2 North America Ashless Friction Modifier Market Size by Country
- 8.3.3 U.S. Market Overview
- 8.3.4 Canada Market Overview
- 8.3.5 Mexico Market Overview
- 8.4 Europe
- 8.4.1 Europe Ashless Friction Modifier Sales by Country
- 8.4.2 Europe Ashless Friction Modifier Market Size by Country
- 8.4.3 Germany Market Overview
- 8.4.4 France Market Overview
- 8.4.5 U.K. Market Overview
- 8.4.6 Italy Market Overview
- 8.4.7 Spain Market Overview
- 8.5 Asia Pacific
- 8.5.1 Asia Pacific Ashless Friction Modifier Sales by Region
- 8.5.2 Asia Pacific Ashless Friction Modifier Market Size by Region
- 8.5.3 China Market Overview
- 8.5.4 Japan Market Overview
- 8.5.5 South Korea Market Overview
- 8.5.6 India Market Overview
- 8.5.7 Southeast Asia Market Overview
- 8.6 South America
- 8.6.1 South America Ashless Friction Modifier Sales by Country
- 8.6.2 South America Ashless Friction Modifier Market Size by Country
- 8.6.3 Brazil Market Overview
- 8.6.4 Argentina Market Overview
- 8.6.5 Columbia Market Overview
- 8.7 Middle East and Africa
- 8.7.1 Middle East and Africa Ashless Friction Modifier Sales by Region
- 8.7.2 Middle East and Africa Ashless Friction Modifier Market Size by Region
- 8.7.3 Saudi Arabia Market Overview
- 8.7.4 UAE Market Overview
- 8.7.5 Egypt Market Overview
- 8.7.6 Nigeria Market Overview
- 8.7.7 South Africa Market Overview
- 9 Ashless Friction Modifier Market Production by Region
- 9.1 Global Production of Ashless Friction Modifier by Region(2020-2025)
- 9.2 Global Ashless Friction Modifier Revenue Market Share by Region (2020-2025)
- 9.3 Global Ashless Friction Modifier Production, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin (2020-2025)
- 9.4 North America Ashless Friction Modifier Production
- 9.4.1 North America Ashless Friction Modifier Production Growth Rate (2020-2025)
- 9.4.2 North America Ashless Friction Modifier Production, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin (2020-2025)
- 9.5 Europe Ashless Friction Modifier Production
- 9.5.1 Europe Ashless Friction Modifier Production Growth Rate (2020-2025)
- 9.5.2 Europe Ashless Friction Modifier Production, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin (2020-2025)
- 9.6 Japan Ashless Friction Modifier Production (2020-2025)
- 9.6.1 Japan Ashless Friction Modifier Production Growth Rate (2020-2025)
- 9.6.2 Japan Ashless Friction Modifier Production, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin (2020-2025)
- 9.7 China Ashless Friction Modifier Production (2020-2025)
- 9.7.1 China Ashless Friction Modifier Production Growth Rate (2020-2025)
- 9.7.2 China Ashless Friction Modifier Production, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin (2020-2025)
- 10 Key Companies Profile
- 10.1 BASF
- 10.1.1 BASF Basic Information
- 10.1.2 BASF Ashless Friction Modifier Product Overview
- 10.1.3 BASF Ashless Friction Modifier Product Market Performance
- 10.1.4 BASF Business Overview
- 10.1.5 BASF SWOT Analysis
- 10.1.6 BASF Recent Developments
- 10.2 Cargill
- 10.2.1 Cargill Basic Information
- 10.2.2 Cargill Ashless Friction Modifier Product Overview
- 10.2.3 Cargill Ashless Friction Modifier Product Market Performance
- 10.2.4 Cargill Business Overview
- 10.2.5 Cargill SWOT Analysis
- 10.2.6 Cargill Recent Developments
- 10.3 Lanxess
- 10.3.1 Lanxess Basic Information
- 10.3.2 Lanxess Ashless Friction Modifier Product Overview
- 10.3.3 Lanxess Ashless Friction Modifier Product Market Performance
- 10.3.4 Lanxess Business Overview
- 10.3.5 Lanxess SWOT Analysis
- 10.3.6 Lanxess Recent Developments
- 10.4 Afton Chemical
- 10.4.1 Afton Chemical Basic Information
- 10.4.2 Afton Chemical Ashless Friction Modifier Product Overview
- 10.4.3 Afton Chemical Ashless Friction Modifier Product Market Performance
- 10.4.4 Afton Chemical Business Overview
- 10.4.5 Afton Chemical Recent Developments
- 10.5 ADEKA
- 10.5.1 ADEKA Basic Information
- 10.5.2 ADEKA Ashless Friction Modifier Product Overview
- 10.5.3 ADEKA Ashless Friction Modifier Product Market Performance
- 10.5.4 ADEKA Business Overview
- 10.5.5 ADEKA Recent Developments
- 10.6 Italmatch Chemicals
- 10.6.1 Italmatch Chemicals Basic Information
- 10.6.2 Italmatch Chemicals Ashless Friction Modifier Product Overview
- 10.6.3 Italmatch Chemicals Ashless Friction Modifier Product Market Performance
- 10.6.4 Italmatch Chemicals Business Overview
- 10.6.5 Italmatch Chemicals Recent Developments
- 10.7 Nouryon
- 10.7.1 Nouryon Basic Information
- 10.7.2 Nouryon Ashless Friction Modifier Product Overview
- 10.7.3 Nouryon Ashless Friction Modifier Product Market Performance
- 10.7.4 Nouryon Business Overview
- 10.7.5 Nouryon Recent Developments
- 10.8 XG Industries
- 10.8.1 XG Industries Basic Information
- 10.8.2 XG Industries Ashless Friction Modifier Product Overview
- 10.8.3 XG Industries Ashless Friction Modifier Product Market Performance
- 10.8.4 XG Industries Business Overview
- 10.8.5 XG Industries Recent Developments
- 11 Ashless Friction Modifier Market Forecast by Region
- 11.1 Global Ashless Friction Modifier Market Size Forecast
- 11.2 Global Ashless Friction Modifier Market Forecast by Region
- 11.2.1 North America Market Size Forecast by Country
- 11.2.2 Europe Ashless Friction Modifier Market Size Forecast by Country
- 11.2.3 Asia Pacific Ashless Friction Modifier Market Size Forecast by Region
- 11.2.4 South America Ashless Friction Modifier Market Size Forecast by Country
- 11.2.5 Middle East and Africa Forecasted Sales of Ashless Friction Modifier by Country
- 12 Forecast Market by Type and by Application (2026-2033)
- 12.1 Global Ashless Friction Modifier Market Forecast by Type (2026-2033)
- 12.1.1 Global Forecasted Sales of Ashless Friction Modifier by Type (2026-2033)
- 12.1.2 Global Ashless Friction Modifier Market Size Forecast by Type (2026-2033)
- 12.1.3 Global Forecasted Price of Ashless Friction Modifier by Type (2026-2033)
- 12.2 Global Ashless Friction Modifier Market Forecast by Application (2026-2033)
- 12.2.1 Global Ashless Friction Modifier Sales (K MT) Forecast by Application
- 12.2.2 Global Ashless Friction Modifier Market Size (M USD) Forecast by Application (2026-2033)
- 13 Conclusion and Key Findings
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