Global 1, 4 Butanediol Supply, Demand and Key Producers, 2026-2032
Description
The global 1, 4 Butanediol market size is expected to reach $ 13210 million by 2032, rising at a market growth of 8.4% CAGR during the forecast period (2026-2032).
1,4-Butanediol (BDO) is a versatile organic compound commonly used as an industrial solvent and intermediate in the production of various chemicals and polymers. It serves as a key raw material in the manufacture of polybutylene terephthalate (PBT), a type of thermoplastic used in engineering plastics, and is also involved in producing tetrahydrofuran (THF) and gamma-butyrolactone (GBL), which are used in pharmaceuticals, agricultural chemicals, and as solvents. Additionally, BDO is used in the synthesis of specialty chemicals, such as plasticizers and elastic fibers, due to its ability to enhance material properties. Its broad range of applications and role in diverse industrial processes make it a critical compound in the chemical manufacturing sector.
The global 1,4-butanediol (BDO) market is experiencing steady growth, driven by its diverse applications in various industries. BDO is a key raw material in the production of polybutylene terephthalate (PBT), a high-performance plastic used in automotive, electronics, and consumer goods. The expanding automotive and electronics sectors, which demand advanced materials with improved durability and performance, are significant contributors to the rising demand for BDO. Additionally, BDO's role in producing tetrahydrofuran (THF) and gamma-butyrolactone (GBL), which are used in pharmaceuticals, agricultural chemicals, and as solvents, further supports market growth.
Technological advancements and innovations in production processes are influencing the BDO market. The development of more efficient and sustainable manufacturing methods, such as the use of bio-based feedstocks and green chemistry techniques, is enhancing the economic and environmental performance of BDO production. These advancements are addressing environmental concerns and regulatory pressures related to chemical manufacturing, which are increasingly important to both consumers and regulators. As industries seek more sustainable solutions, the shift towards greener production methods is likely to impact the market positively.
Despite the growth prospects, the BDO market faces challenges such as fluctuations in raw material prices and competition from alternative chemicals. The cost of feedstocks and the volatility of global supply chains can affect BDO production costs and pricing. Additionally, the market is competitive, with alternative chemicals and materials offering similar or improved performance characteristics. To navigate these challenges, manufacturers are focusing on innovation, cost-efficiency, and sustainability to maintain a competitive edge. Overall, the ongoing demand for high-performance materials and advancements in production technology are expected to drive continued growth in the BDO market.
This report studies the global 1, 4 Butanediol production, demand, key manufacturers, and key regions.
This report is a detailed and comprehensive analysis of the world market for 1, 4 Butanediol and provides market size (US$ million) and Year-over-Year (YoY) Growth, considering 2025 as the base year. This report explores demand trends and competition, as well as details the characteristics of 1, 4 Butanediol that contribute to its increasing demand across many markets.
Highlights and key features of the study
Global 1, 4 Butanediol total production and demand, 2021-2032, (K MT)
Global 1, 4 Butanediol total production value, 2021-2032, (USD Million)
Global 1, 4 Butanediol production by region & country, production, value, CAGR, 2021-2032, (USD Million) & (K MT), (based on production site)
Global 1, 4 Butanediol consumption by region & country, CAGR, 2021-2032 & (K MT)
U.S. VS China: 1, 4 Butanediol domestic production, consumption, key domestic manufacturers and share
Global 1, 4 Butanediol production by manufacturer, production, price, value and market share 2021-2026, (USD Million) & (K MT)
Global 1, 4 Butanediol production by Type, production, value, CAGR, 2021-2032, (USD Million) & (K MT)
Global 1, 4 Butanediol production by Application, production, value, CAGR, 2021-2032, (USD Million) & (K MT)
This report profiles key players in the global 1, 4 Butanediol market based on the following parameters - company overview, production, value, price, gross margin, product portfolio, geographical presence, and key developments. Key companies covered as a part of this study include BASF, Dairen Chemical, Lyondellbasell, Ashland, Nanya Plastics Corporation, Mitsubishi Chemical, INVISTA, MarkorChem, Xinjiang Tianye, TunHe, etc.
This report also provides key insights about market drivers, restraints, opportunities, new product launches or approvals.
Stakeholders would have ease in decision-making through various strategy matrices used in analyzing the World 1, 4 Butanediol market
Detailed Segmentation:
Each section contains quantitative market data including market by value (US$ Millions), volume (production, consumption) & (K MT) and average price (US$/MT) by manufacturer, by Type, and by Application. Data is given for the years 2021-2032 by year with 2025 as the base year, 2026 as the estimate year, and 2027-2032 as the forecast year.
Global 1, 4 Butanediol Market, By Region:
United States
China
Europe
Japan
South Korea
ASEAN
India
Rest of World
Global 1, 4 Butanediol Market, Segmentation by Type:
Alkyne Aldehyde Method
Maleic Anhydride Method
Butadiene Method
Propylene Oxide Method
Global 1, 4 Butanediol Market, Segmentation by Application:
Tetrahydrofuran (THF)
Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT)
Gamma-Butyrolactone (GBL)
Polyurethane (PU)
Other
Companies Profiled:
BASF
Dairen Chemical
Lyondellbasell
Ashland
Nanya Plastics Corporation
Mitsubishi Chemical
INVISTA
MarkorChem
Xinjiang Tianye
TunHe
Xinjiang Guotai
Changcheng Energy
Shanxi BidiOu
Sichuan Tianhua
Henan Kaixiang Fine Chemical
HNEC
Key Questions Answered:
1. How big is the global 1, 4 Butanediol market?
2. What is the demand of the global 1, 4 Butanediol market?
3. What is the year over year growth of the global 1, 4 Butanediol market?
4. What is the production and production value of the global 1, 4 Butanediol market?
5. Who are the key producers in the global 1, 4 Butanediol market?
6. What are the growth factors driving the market demand?
1,4-Butanediol (BDO) is a versatile organic compound commonly used as an industrial solvent and intermediate in the production of various chemicals and polymers. It serves as a key raw material in the manufacture of polybutylene terephthalate (PBT), a type of thermoplastic used in engineering plastics, and is also involved in producing tetrahydrofuran (THF) and gamma-butyrolactone (GBL), which are used in pharmaceuticals, agricultural chemicals, and as solvents. Additionally, BDO is used in the synthesis of specialty chemicals, such as plasticizers and elastic fibers, due to its ability to enhance material properties. Its broad range of applications and role in diverse industrial processes make it a critical compound in the chemical manufacturing sector.
The global 1,4-butanediol (BDO) market is experiencing steady growth, driven by its diverse applications in various industries. BDO is a key raw material in the production of polybutylene terephthalate (PBT), a high-performance plastic used in automotive, electronics, and consumer goods. The expanding automotive and electronics sectors, which demand advanced materials with improved durability and performance, are significant contributors to the rising demand for BDO. Additionally, BDO's role in producing tetrahydrofuran (THF) and gamma-butyrolactone (GBL), which are used in pharmaceuticals, agricultural chemicals, and as solvents, further supports market growth.
Technological advancements and innovations in production processes are influencing the BDO market. The development of more efficient and sustainable manufacturing methods, such as the use of bio-based feedstocks and green chemistry techniques, is enhancing the economic and environmental performance of BDO production. These advancements are addressing environmental concerns and regulatory pressures related to chemical manufacturing, which are increasingly important to both consumers and regulators. As industries seek more sustainable solutions, the shift towards greener production methods is likely to impact the market positively.
Despite the growth prospects, the BDO market faces challenges such as fluctuations in raw material prices and competition from alternative chemicals. The cost of feedstocks and the volatility of global supply chains can affect BDO production costs and pricing. Additionally, the market is competitive, with alternative chemicals and materials offering similar or improved performance characteristics. To navigate these challenges, manufacturers are focusing on innovation, cost-efficiency, and sustainability to maintain a competitive edge. Overall, the ongoing demand for high-performance materials and advancements in production technology are expected to drive continued growth in the BDO market.
This report studies the global 1, 4 Butanediol production, demand, key manufacturers, and key regions.
This report is a detailed and comprehensive analysis of the world market for 1, 4 Butanediol and provides market size (US$ million) and Year-over-Year (YoY) Growth, considering 2025 as the base year. This report explores demand trends and competition, as well as details the characteristics of 1, 4 Butanediol that contribute to its increasing demand across many markets.
Highlights and key features of the study
Global 1, 4 Butanediol total production and demand, 2021-2032, (K MT)
Global 1, 4 Butanediol total production value, 2021-2032, (USD Million)
Global 1, 4 Butanediol production by region & country, production, value, CAGR, 2021-2032, (USD Million) & (K MT), (based on production site)
Global 1, 4 Butanediol consumption by region & country, CAGR, 2021-2032 & (K MT)
U.S. VS China: 1, 4 Butanediol domestic production, consumption, key domestic manufacturers and share
Global 1, 4 Butanediol production by manufacturer, production, price, value and market share 2021-2026, (USD Million) & (K MT)
Global 1, 4 Butanediol production by Type, production, value, CAGR, 2021-2032, (USD Million) & (K MT)
Global 1, 4 Butanediol production by Application, production, value, CAGR, 2021-2032, (USD Million) & (K MT)
This report profiles key players in the global 1, 4 Butanediol market based on the following parameters - company overview, production, value, price, gross margin, product portfolio, geographical presence, and key developments. Key companies covered as a part of this study include BASF, Dairen Chemical, Lyondellbasell, Ashland, Nanya Plastics Corporation, Mitsubishi Chemical, INVISTA, MarkorChem, Xinjiang Tianye, TunHe, etc.
This report also provides key insights about market drivers, restraints, opportunities, new product launches or approvals.
Stakeholders would have ease in decision-making through various strategy matrices used in analyzing the World 1, 4 Butanediol market
Detailed Segmentation:
Each section contains quantitative market data including market by value (US$ Millions), volume (production, consumption) & (K MT) and average price (US$/MT) by manufacturer, by Type, and by Application. Data is given for the years 2021-2032 by year with 2025 as the base year, 2026 as the estimate year, and 2027-2032 as the forecast year.
Global 1, 4 Butanediol Market, By Region:
United States
China
Europe
Japan
South Korea
ASEAN
India
Rest of World
Global 1, 4 Butanediol Market, Segmentation by Type:
Alkyne Aldehyde Method
Maleic Anhydride Method
Butadiene Method
Propylene Oxide Method
Global 1, 4 Butanediol Market, Segmentation by Application:
Tetrahydrofuran (THF)
Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT)
Gamma-Butyrolactone (GBL)
Polyurethane (PU)
Other
Companies Profiled:
BASF
Dairen Chemical
Lyondellbasell
Ashland
Nanya Plastics Corporation
Mitsubishi Chemical
INVISTA
MarkorChem
Xinjiang Tianye
TunHe
Xinjiang Guotai
Changcheng Energy
Shanxi BidiOu
Sichuan Tianhua
Henan Kaixiang Fine Chemical
HNEC
Key Questions Answered:
1. How big is the global 1, 4 Butanediol market?
2. What is the demand of the global 1, 4 Butanediol market?
3. What is the year over year growth of the global 1, 4 Butanediol market?
4. What is the production and production value of the global 1, 4 Butanediol market?
5. Who are the key producers in the global 1, 4 Butanediol market?
6. What are the growth factors driving the market demand?
Table of Contents
154 Pages
- 1 Supply Summary
- 2 Demand Summary
- 3 World Manufacturers Competitive Analysis
- 4 United States VS China VS Rest of the World
- 5 Market Analysis by Type
- 6 Market Analysis by Application
- 7 Company Profiles
- 8 Industry Chain Analysis
- 9 Research Findings and Conclusion
- 10 Appendix
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