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Global Refinery Catalyst Market Research Report 2026(Status and Outlook)

Publisher Bosson Research
Published Jan 07, 2026
Length 156 Pages
SKU # BOSS20846865

Description

Report Overview

Refinery catalysts are pivotal substances in the petroleum refining industry, facilitating the conversion of refinery naphthas into high-octane liquid products. Their primary function involves the transformation of low-octane hydrocarbons into more valuable compounds, such as cyclic naphthalenes and branched alkanes. These intermediates undergo further processing through dehydrogenation, resulting in the production of aromatic hydrocarbons known for their high octane ratings. The significance of refining catalysts extends beyond fuel production; they contribute to the creation of high-value petrochemical products, diesel, and gasoline. By enhancing reaction rates and improving product yields, refinery catalysts play a crucial role in optimizing refinery operations, ensuring compliance with stringent fuel quality standards, and meeting the evolving demands of the automotive and energy sectors.Current Market DevelopmentThe global refinery catalyst market is marked by robust competition and strategic positioning among major players, including Grace Catalysts Technologies, BASF, and Ketjen. Together, these top manufacturers command over 45% of the market share, highlighting their influence and expertise in catalyst technology. North America holds the largest share of the refinery catalyst market at approximately 35%, driven by a mature refining infrastructure and the ongoing demand for high-octane fuels. Following closely, Europe and China collectively account for about 40% of the market, reflecting their significant refining capacities and technological advancements in catalyst applications. The increasing emphasis on fuel efficiency and the continuous evolution of refining technologies further drive the growth of this market, as refiners seek to enhance their operations and improve product quality through the utilization of advanced catalytic processes.Market Trends and OutlookLooking forward, the refinery catalyst market is poised for continued expansion, supported by several key trends and developments. One of the most prominent trends is the escalating demand for cleaner and more efficient fuels, largely driven by regulatory requirements and growing consumer awareness of environmental issues. The FCC (Fluid Catalytic Cracking) catalyst segment stands out as the largest within the market, representing over 75% of the total share. This underscores the critical role that FCC catalysts play in maximizing the yield of valuable products from crude oil. Moreover, ongoing innovations in catalyst technology, such as the development of more selective and durable catalysts, are expected to enhance refinery performance and reduce operational costs. As the refining industry adapts to the challenges posed by stricter fuel quality standards and sustainability initiatives, the importance of advanced refinery catalysts will only grow. This evolution positions the refinery catalyst market for sustained growth and transformation in the coming years, driven by technological advancements, increased efficiency, and a commitment to environmental responsibility.

The global Refinery Catalyst market size was estimated at USD 4916.0 million in 2025 and is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.40% during the forecast period.

This report offers a comprehensive and in-depth analysis of the global Refinery Catalyst market, covering all critical facets from a broad macroeconomic overview to detailed micro-level insights. It examines market size, competitive landscape, emerging development trends, niche segments, key drivers and challenges, as well as conducts SWOT and value chain analyses.

The insights provided enable readers to understand the competitive dynamics within the industry and formulate effective strategies to enhance profitability and market positioning. Additionally, the report presents a clear framework for evaluating the current status and future outlook of business organizations operating in this sector.

A significant focus of this report lies in the competitive landscape of the global Refinery Catalyst market. It offers detailed profiles of major players, including their market shares, performance metrics, product portfolios, and operational status. This enables stakeholders to identify leading competitors and gain a nuanced understanding of market rivalry and structure.

In summary, this report serves as an essential resource for industry participants, investors, researchers, consultants, and business strategists, as well as anyone planning to enter or expand their presence in the Refinery Catalyst market.

Global Refinery Catalyst Market: Market Segmentation Analysis

This research report provides a detailed segmentation of the market by region (country), key manufacturers, product type, and application. Market segmentation divides the overall market into distinct subsets based on factors such as product categories, end-user industries, geographic locations, and other relevant criteria.

A clear understanding of these market segments enables decision-makers to tailor their product development, sales, and marketing strategies more effectively to meet the unique needs of each segment. Leveraging market segmentation insights can significantly enhance targeted approaches, optimize resource allocation, and accelerate product innovation cycles by aligning offerings with the specific demands of diverse customer groups.

Key Company

W.R. Grace

BASF

Ketjen

Shell Catalysts & Technologiesterion

Haldor Topsoe

UOP

Axens

Clariant

JGC Catalysts and Chemicals

Johnson Matthey

Kuwait Catalyst

Sinopec

CNPC

Hcpect

Yueyang Sciensun Chemical

Rezel Catalysts Corporation

ZiBo Luyuan Industrial Catalyst

Market Segmentation (by Type)

Metal Catalysts

Solid Acid Catalysts

Others

Market Segmentation (by Application)

Fluid Catalytic Cracking

Hydroprocessing

Alkylation

Reforming

Others

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 Refinery Catalyst Market

Overview of the regional outlook of the Refinery Catalyst 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 Refinery Catalyst 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 Refinery Catalyst, 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.

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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

156 Pages
1 Research Methodology and Statistical Scope
1.1 Market Definition and Statistical Scope of Refinery Catalyst
1.2 Key Market Segments
1.2.1 Refinery Catalyst Segment by Type
1.2.2 Refinery Catalyst 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 Refinery Catalyst Market Overview
2.1 Global Market Overview
2.1.1 Global Refinery Catalyst Market Size (M USD) Estimates and Forecasts (2020-2035)
2.1.2 Global Refinery Catalyst Sales Estimates and Forecasts (2020-2035)
2.2 Market Segment Executive Summary
2.3 Global Market Size by Region
3 Refinery Catalyst Market Competitive Landscape
3.1 Company Assessment Quadrant
3.2 Global Refinery Catalyst Product Life Cycle
3.3 Global Refinery Catalyst Sales by Manufacturers (2020-2025)
3.4 Global Refinery Catalyst Revenue Market Share by Manufacturers (2020-2025)
3.5 Refinery Catalyst Market Share by Company Type (Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3)
3.6 Global Refinery Catalyst Average Price by Manufacturers (2020-2025)
3.7 Manufacturers’ Manufacturing Sites, Areas Served, and Product Types
3.8 Refinery Catalyst Market Competitive Situation and Trends
3.8.1 Refinery Catalyst Market Concentration Rate
3.8.2 Global 5 and 10 Largest Refinery Catalyst Players Market Share by Revenue
3.8.3 Mergers & Acquisitions, Expansion
4 Refinery Catalyst Industry Chain Analysis
4.1 Refinery Catalyst 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 Refinery Catalyst 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 Refinery Catalyst 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 Refinery Catalyst Market
5.7 ESG Ratings of Leading Companies
6 Refinery Catalyst Market Segmentation by Type
6.1 Evaluation Matrix of Segment Market Development Potential (Type)
6.2 Global Refinery Catalyst Sales Market Share by Type (2020-2025)
6.3 Global Refinery Catalyst Market Size by Type (2020-2025)
6.4 Global Refinery Catalyst Price by Type (2020-2025)
7 Refinery Catalyst Market Segmentation by Application
7.1 Evaluation Matrix of Segment Market Development Potential (Application)
7.2 Global Refinery Catalyst Market Sales by Application (2020-2025)
7.3 Global Refinery Catalyst Market Size (M USD) by Application (2020-2025)
7.4 Global Refinery Catalyst Sales Growth Rate by Application (2020-2025)
8 Refinery Catalyst Market Sales by Region
8.1 Global Refinery Catalyst Sales by Region
8.1.1 Global Refinery Catalyst Sales by Region
8.1.2 Global Refinery Catalyst Sales Market Share by Region
8.2 Global Refinery Catalyst Market Size by Region
8.2.1 Global Refinery Catalyst Market Size by Region
8.2.2 Global Refinery Catalyst Market Size by Region
8.3 North America
8.3.1 North America Refinery Catalyst Sales by Country
8.3.2 North America Refinery Catalyst 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 Refinery Catalyst Sales by Country
8.4.2 Europe Refinery Catalyst 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 Refinery Catalyst Sales by Region
8.5.2 Asia Pacific Refinery Catalyst 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 Refinery Catalyst Sales by Country
8.6.2 South America Refinery Catalyst 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 Refinery Catalyst Sales by Region
8.7.2 Middle East and Africa Refinery Catalyst 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 Refinery Catalyst Market Production by Region
9.1 Global Production of Refinery Catalyst by Region(2020-2025)
9.2 Global Refinery Catalyst Revenue Market Share by Region (2020-2025)
9.3 Global Refinery Catalyst Production, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin (2020-2025)
9.4 North America Refinery Catalyst Production
9.4.1 North America Refinery Catalyst Production Growth Rate (2020-2025)
9.4.2 North America Refinery Catalyst Production, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin (2020-2025)
9.5 Europe Refinery Catalyst Production
9.5.1 Europe Refinery Catalyst Production Growth Rate (2020-2025)
9.5.2 Europe Refinery Catalyst Production, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin (2020-2025)
9.6 Japan Refinery Catalyst Production (2020-2025)
9.6.1 Japan Refinery Catalyst Production Growth Rate (2020-2025)
9.6.2 Japan Refinery Catalyst Production, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin (2020-2025)
9.7 China Refinery Catalyst Production (2020-2025)
9.7.1 China Refinery Catalyst Production Growth Rate (2020-2025)
9.7.2 China Refinery Catalyst Production, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin (2020-2025)
10 Key Companies Profile
10.1 W.R. Grace
10.1.1 W.R. Grace Basic Information
10.1.2 W.R. Grace Refinery Catalyst Product Overview
10.1.3 W.R. Grace Refinery Catalyst Product Market Performance
10.1.4 W.R. Grace Business Overview
10.1.5 W.R. Grace SWOT Analysis
10.1.6 W.R. Grace Recent Developments
10.2 BASF
10.2.1 BASF Basic Information
10.2.2 BASF Refinery Catalyst Product Overview
10.2.3 BASF Refinery Catalyst Product Market Performance
10.2.4 BASF Business Overview
10.2.5 BASF SWOT Analysis
10.2.6 BASF Recent Developments
10.3 Ketjen
10.3.1 Ketjen Basic Information
10.3.2 Ketjen Refinery Catalyst Product Overview
10.3.3 Ketjen Refinery Catalyst Product Market Performance
10.3.4 Ketjen Business Overview
10.3.5 Ketjen SWOT Analysis
10.3.6 Ketjen Recent Developments
10.4 Shell Catalysts and Technologiesterion
10.4.1 Shell Catalysts and Technologiesterion Basic Information
10.4.2 Shell Catalysts and Technologiesterion Refinery Catalyst Product Overview
10.4.3 Shell Catalysts and Technologiesterion Refinery Catalyst Product Market Performance
10.4.4 Shell Catalysts and Technologiesterion Business Overview
10.4.5 Shell Catalysts and Technologiesterion Recent Developments
10.5 Haldor Topsoe
10.5.1 Haldor Topsoe Basic Information
10.5.2 Haldor Topsoe Refinery Catalyst Product Overview
10.5.3 Haldor Topsoe Refinery Catalyst Product Market Performance
10.5.4 Haldor Topsoe Business Overview
10.5.5 Haldor Topsoe Recent Developments
10.6 UOP
10.6.1 UOP Basic Information
10.6.2 UOP Refinery Catalyst Product Overview
10.6.3 UOP Refinery Catalyst Product Market Performance
10.6.4 UOP Business Overview
10.6.5 UOP Recent Developments
10.7 Axens
10.7.1 Axens Basic Information
10.7.2 Axens Refinery Catalyst Product Overview
10.7.3 Axens Refinery Catalyst Product Market Performance
10.7.4 Axens Business Overview
10.7.5 Axens Recent Developments
10.8 Clariant
10.8.1 Clariant Basic Information
10.8.2 Clariant Refinery Catalyst Product Overview
10.8.3 Clariant Refinery Catalyst Product Market Performance
10.8.4 Clariant Business Overview
10.8.5 Clariant Recent Developments
10.9 JGC Catalysts and Chemicals
10.9.1 JGC Catalysts and Chemicals Basic Information
10.9.2 JGC Catalysts and Chemicals Refinery Catalyst Product Overview
10.9.3 JGC Catalysts and Chemicals Refinery Catalyst Product Market Performance
10.9.4 JGC Catalysts and Chemicals Business Overview
10.9.5 JGC Catalysts and Chemicals Recent Developments
10.10 Johnson Matthey
10.10.1 Johnson Matthey Basic Information
10.10.2 Johnson Matthey Refinery Catalyst Product Overview
10.10.3 Johnson Matthey Refinery Catalyst Product Market Performance
10.10.4 Johnson Matthey Business Overview
10.10.5 Johnson Matthey Recent Developments
10.11 Kuwait Catalyst
10.11.1 Kuwait Catalyst Basic Information
10.11.2 Kuwait Catalyst Refinery Catalyst Product Overview
10.11.3 Kuwait Catalyst Refinery Catalyst Product Market Performance
10.11.4 Kuwait Catalyst Business Overview
10.11.5 Kuwait Catalyst Recent Developments
10.12 Sinopec
10.12.1 Sinopec Basic Information
10.12.2 Sinopec Refinery Catalyst Product Overview
10.12.3 Sinopec Refinery Catalyst Product Market Performance
10.12.4 Sinopec Business Overview
10.12.5 Sinopec Recent Developments
10.13 CNPC
10.13.1 CNPC Basic Information
10.13.2 CNPC Refinery Catalyst Product Overview
10.13.3 CNPC Refinery Catalyst Product Market Performance
10.13.4 CNPC Business Overview
10.13.5 CNPC Recent Developments
10.14 Hcpect
10.14.1 Hcpect Basic Information
10.14.2 Hcpect Refinery Catalyst Product Overview
10.14.3 Hcpect Refinery Catalyst Product Market Performance
10.14.4 Hcpect Business Overview
10.14.5 Hcpect Recent Developments
10.15 Yueyang Sciensun Chemical
10.15.1 Yueyang Sciensun Chemical Basic Information
10.15.2 Yueyang Sciensun Chemical Refinery Catalyst Product Overview
10.15.3 Yueyang Sciensun Chemical Refinery Catalyst Product Market Performance
10.15.4 Yueyang Sciensun Chemical Business Overview
10.15.5 Yueyang Sciensun Chemical Recent Developments
10.16 Rezel Catalysts Corporation
10.16.1 Rezel Catalysts Corporation Basic Information
10.16.2 Rezel Catalysts Corporation Refinery Catalyst Product Overview
10.16.3 Rezel Catalysts Corporation Refinery Catalyst Product Market Performance
10.16.4 Rezel Catalysts Corporation Business Overview
10.16.5 Rezel Catalysts Corporation Recent Developments
10.17 ZiBo Luyuan Industrial Catalyst
10.17.1 ZiBo Luyuan Industrial Catalyst Basic Information
10.17.2 ZiBo Luyuan Industrial Catalyst Refinery Catalyst Product Overview
10.17.3 ZiBo Luyuan Industrial Catalyst Refinery Catalyst Product Market Performance
10.17.4 ZiBo Luyuan Industrial Catalyst Business Overview
10.17.5 ZiBo Luyuan Industrial Catalyst Recent Developments
11 Refinery Catalyst Market Forecast by Region
11.1 Global Refinery Catalyst Market Size Forecast
11.2 Global Refinery Catalyst Market Forecast by Region
11.2.1 North America Market Size Forecast by Country
11.2.2 Europe Refinery Catalyst Market Size Forecast by Country
11.2.3 Asia Pacific Refinery Catalyst Market Size Forecast by Region
11.2.4 South America Refinery Catalyst Market Size Forecast by Country
11.2.5 Middle East and Africa Forecasted Sales of Refinery Catalyst by Country
12 Forecast Market by Type and by Application (2026-2035)
12.1 Global Refinery Catalyst Market Forecast by Type (2026-2035)
12.1.1 Global Forecasted Sales of Refinery Catalyst by Type (2026-2035)
12.1.2 Global Refinery Catalyst Market Size Forecast by Type (2026-2035)
12.1.3 Global Forecasted Price of Refinery Catalyst by Type (2026-2035)
12.2 Global Refinery Catalyst Market Forecast by Application (2026-2035)
12.2.1 Global Refinery Catalyst Sales (K MT) Forecast by Application
12.2.2 Global Refinery Catalyst Market Size (M USD) Forecast by Application (2026-2035)
13 Conclusion and Key Findings
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