Global Cyclohexane Dimethanol (CHDM) Supply, Demand and Key Producers, 2026-2032
Description
The global Cyclohexane Dimethanol (CHDM) market size is expected to reach $ 960 million by 2032, rising at a market growth of 5.2% CAGR during the forecast period (2026-2032).
As a white waxy solid, CHDM is an important organic chemical raw material. Its molecular formula is C8H16O2 and its molecular weight is 144.21. CHDM has two isomers, namely, cis and trans. The trans proportion structure is relatively symmetric, the lattice structure is regular, the lattice energy is high, the melting point is high, and the heat resistance of the product is good. When it is used in the production of pet products such as PETG, the higher the trans proportion is, the higher the heat resistance of the pet will be. In industrial production, 1,4-cyclohexanedimethanol uses dimethyl terephthalate (DMT) as raw material, and the benzene ring is hydrogenated to produce dimethyl 1,4-cyclohexanedicarboxylate (DMCD), and DMCD is further hydrogenated to produce CHDM. As the core raw material for the production of high-end polyester, the production technology of 1,4-cyclohexanedimethanol has long been mastered by companies in the United States, South Korea and other countries, including Eastman Company of the United States and SK Chemical of South Korea. The synthesis of 1,4-cyclohexanedimethanol is difficult. Due to the limitations of technology and raw materials, there are currently few companies in my country that have truly achieved large-scale production of 1,4-cyclohexanedimethanol, and market demand still relies on imports. Enterprises and scientific research institutions in my country that are engaged in the research and production of 1,4-cyclohexanedimethanol include Kellin Chemicals, Kangheng Chemical, etc.
The development trajectory of the CHDM market over the next decade will be shaped by several interacting forces: the growth of downstream applications (especially packaging, electrically demanding components, and new manufacturing modalities like additive manufacturing), feedstock and energy economics, technological advances in production and purification, policy-driven environmental constraints, and the evolving economics of polymer circularity and recycling. Demand-side drivers are straightforward. PETG and other glycol-modified polyesters have found durable niches where clarity, impact resistance, and formability matter — examples include thermoformed packaging, medical device housings, signage, and increasingly, filament feedstock for fused filament fabrication (3D printing). Similarly, engineering polyester copolymers containing CHDM deliver a mix of thermal endurance, reduced creep, and dimensional stability demanded by automotive electrification (power electronics housings, connectors), consumer electronics (structural parts where heat and mechanical stress coincide), and industrial applications (pump components, gears). As electrification of transport, continued miniaturization and thermal loads in electronics, and demand for high-quality packaging continue to expand — particularly in Asia — CHDM demand is likely to grow at a rate that exceeds that of many commodity monomers.
In 2024, global Cyclohexane Dimethanol (CHDM) production reached approximately 133,807 MT, with an average global market price of around US$ 4,656 per MT.
Innovation and product differentiation will be crucial for suppliers seeking to move beyond volume competition. Higher-purity CHDM grades, stereochemically controlled variants that influence polymer crystallinity, and tailored oligomeric CHDM derivatives for reactive formulations create pathways to premium pricing. On the process side, advances in continuous hydrogenation, better heterogeneous catalysts with longer life and lower metal loss, and integrated purification steps deliver lower operating costs and improved environmental metrics. Another notable frontier is bio-based CHDM: while technical routes to produce cyclohexane-derived diols from renewable aromatic precursors are nontrivial, any economically viable bio-route would answer two pressing buyer concerns (fossil dependence and lifecycle carbon footprint) and could command premiums in sustainability-conscious markets.
1,4-cyclohexanedimethanol has the advantages of wear resistance, transparency, corrosion resistance, impact resistance, etc. It is an important material for the production of polyester in industry. It is currently mainly used to produce new polyesters such as PCT, PETG, and PCTG. At present, PCT, PCTG, and PETG are widely used in food packaging. The development of 1,4-cyclohexanedimethanol will effectively improve the national food safety problem. 1,4-cyclohexanedimethanol is also used in powder coatings. With the development of the home appliance and furniture markets, people's demand for environmentally friendly high-performance coatings is also increasing. Therefore, the demand for 1,4-cyclohexanedimethanol is constantly increasing. North America is the world's largest market, accounting for about 43% of the market share, followed by Europe and Asia Pacific, accounting for 14% and 39% respectively.
This report studies the global Cyclohexane Dimethanol (CHDM) production, demand, key manufacturers, and key regions.
This report is a detailed and comprehensive analysis of the world market for Cyclohexane Dimethanol (CHDM) 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 Cyclohexane Dimethanol (CHDM) that contribute to its increasing demand across many markets.
Highlights and key features of the study
Global Cyclohexane Dimethanol (CHDM) total production and demand, 2021-2032, (MT)
Global Cyclohexane Dimethanol (CHDM) total production value, 2021-2032, (USD Million)
Global Cyclohexane Dimethanol (CHDM) production by region & country, production, value, CAGR, 2021-2032, (USD Million) & (MT), (based on production site)
Global Cyclohexane Dimethanol (CHDM) consumption by region & country, CAGR, 2021-2032 & (MT)
U.S. VS China: Cyclohexane Dimethanol (CHDM) domestic production, consumption, key domestic manufacturers and share
Global Cyclohexane Dimethanol (CHDM) production by manufacturer, production, price, value and market share 2021-2026, (USD Million) & (MT)
Global Cyclohexane Dimethanol (CHDM) production by Type, production, value, CAGR, 2021-2032, (USD Million) & (MT)
Global Cyclohexane Dimethanol (CHDM) production by Application, production, value, CAGR, 2021-2032, (USD Million) & (MT)
This report profiles key players in the global Cyclohexane Dimethanol (CHDM) 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 Eastman, SK Chemicals, Kangheng Chemical, Kellin Chemicals, 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 Cyclohexane Dimethanol (CHDM) market
Detailed Segmentation:
Each section contains quantitative market data including market by value (US$ Millions), volume (production, consumption) & (MT) and average price (USD/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 Cyclohexane Dimethanol (CHDM) Market, By Region:
United States
China
Europe
Japan
South Korea
ASEAN
India
Rest of World
Global Cyclohexane Dimethanol (CHDM) Market, Segmentation by Type:
Cis/Trans Ratio: 35:65
Cis/Trans Ratio: 50:50
Others
Global Cyclohexane Dimethanol (CHDM) Market, Segmentation by Application:
Polyester Materials
Coating Materials
Companies Profiled:
Eastman
SK Chemicals
Kangheng Chemical
Kellin Chemicals
Key Questions Answered:
1. How big is the global Cyclohexane Dimethanol (CHDM) market?
2. What is the demand of the global Cyclohexane Dimethanol (CHDM) market?
3. What is the year over year growth of the global Cyclohexane Dimethanol (CHDM) market?
4. What is the production and production value of the global Cyclohexane Dimethanol (CHDM) market?
5. Who are the key producers in the global Cyclohexane Dimethanol (CHDM) market?
6. What are the growth factors driving the market demand?
As a white waxy solid, CHDM is an important organic chemical raw material. Its molecular formula is C8H16O2 and its molecular weight is 144.21. CHDM has two isomers, namely, cis and trans. The trans proportion structure is relatively symmetric, the lattice structure is regular, the lattice energy is high, the melting point is high, and the heat resistance of the product is good. When it is used in the production of pet products such as PETG, the higher the trans proportion is, the higher the heat resistance of the pet will be. In industrial production, 1,4-cyclohexanedimethanol uses dimethyl terephthalate (DMT) as raw material, and the benzene ring is hydrogenated to produce dimethyl 1,4-cyclohexanedicarboxylate (DMCD), and DMCD is further hydrogenated to produce CHDM. As the core raw material for the production of high-end polyester, the production technology of 1,4-cyclohexanedimethanol has long been mastered by companies in the United States, South Korea and other countries, including Eastman Company of the United States and SK Chemical of South Korea. The synthesis of 1,4-cyclohexanedimethanol is difficult. Due to the limitations of technology and raw materials, there are currently few companies in my country that have truly achieved large-scale production of 1,4-cyclohexanedimethanol, and market demand still relies on imports. Enterprises and scientific research institutions in my country that are engaged in the research and production of 1,4-cyclohexanedimethanol include Kellin Chemicals, Kangheng Chemical, etc.
The development trajectory of the CHDM market over the next decade will be shaped by several interacting forces: the growth of downstream applications (especially packaging, electrically demanding components, and new manufacturing modalities like additive manufacturing), feedstock and energy economics, technological advances in production and purification, policy-driven environmental constraints, and the evolving economics of polymer circularity and recycling. Demand-side drivers are straightforward. PETG and other glycol-modified polyesters have found durable niches where clarity, impact resistance, and formability matter — examples include thermoformed packaging, medical device housings, signage, and increasingly, filament feedstock for fused filament fabrication (3D printing). Similarly, engineering polyester copolymers containing CHDM deliver a mix of thermal endurance, reduced creep, and dimensional stability demanded by automotive electrification (power electronics housings, connectors), consumer electronics (structural parts where heat and mechanical stress coincide), and industrial applications (pump components, gears). As electrification of transport, continued miniaturization and thermal loads in electronics, and demand for high-quality packaging continue to expand — particularly in Asia — CHDM demand is likely to grow at a rate that exceeds that of many commodity monomers.
In 2024, global Cyclohexane Dimethanol (CHDM) production reached approximately 133,807 MT, with an average global market price of around US$ 4,656 per MT.
Innovation and product differentiation will be crucial for suppliers seeking to move beyond volume competition. Higher-purity CHDM grades, stereochemically controlled variants that influence polymer crystallinity, and tailored oligomeric CHDM derivatives for reactive formulations create pathways to premium pricing. On the process side, advances in continuous hydrogenation, better heterogeneous catalysts with longer life and lower metal loss, and integrated purification steps deliver lower operating costs and improved environmental metrics. Another notable frontier is bio-based CHDM: while technical routes to produce cyclohexane-derived diols from renewable aromatic precursors are nontrivial, any economically viable bio-route would answer two pressing buyer concerns (fossil dependence and lifecycle carbon footprint) and could command premiums in sustainability-conscious markets.
1,4-cyclohexanedimethanol has the advantages of wear resistance, transparency, corrosion resistance, impact resistance, etc. It is an important material for the production of polyester in industry. It is currently mainly used to produce new polyesters such as PCT, PETG, and PCTG. At present, PCT, PCTG, and PETG are widely used in food packaging. The development of 1,4-cyclohexanedimethanol will effectively improve the national food safety problem. 1,4-cyclohexanedimethanol is also used in powder coatings. With the development of the home appliance and furniture markets, people's demand for environmentally friendly high-performance coatings is also increasing. Therefore, the demand for 1,4-cyclohexanedimethanol is constantly increasing. North America is the world's largest market, accounting for about 43% of the market share, followed by Europe and Asia Pacific, accounting for 14% and 39% respectively.
This report studies the global Cyclohexane Dimethanol (CHDM) production, demand, key manufacturers, and key regions.
This report is a detailed and comprehensive analysis of the world market for Cyclohexane Dimethanol (CHDM) 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 Cyclohexane Dimethanol (CHDM) that contribute to its increasing demand across many markets.
Highlights and key features of the study
Global Cyclohexane Dimethanol (CHDM) total production and demand, 2021-2032, (MT)
Global Cyclohexane Dimethanol (CHDM) total production value, 2021-2032, (USD Million)
Global Cyclohexane Dimethanol (CHDM) production by region & country, production, value, CAGR, 2021-2032, (USD Million) & (MT), (based on production site)
Global Cyclohexane Dimethanol (CHDM) consumption by region & country, CAGR, 2021-2032 & (MT)
U.S. VS China: Cyclohexane Dimethanol (CHDM) domestic production, consumption, key domestic manufacturers and share
Global Cyclohexane Dimethanol (CHDM) production by manufacturer, production, price, value and market share 2021-2026, (USD Million) & (MT)
Global Cyclohexane Dimethanol (CHDM) production by Type, production, value, CAGR, 2021-2032, (USD Million) & (MT)
Global Cyclohexane Dimethanol (CHDM) production by Application, production, value, CAGR, 2021-2032, (USD Million) & (MT)
This report profiles key players in the global Cyclohexane Dimethanol (CHDM) 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 Eastman, SK Chemicals, Kangheng Chemical, Kellin Chemicals, 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 Cyclohexane Dimethanol (CHDM) market
Detailed Segmentation:
Each section contains quantitative market data including market by value (US$ Millions), volume (production, consumption) & (MT) and average price (USD/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 Cyclohexane Dimethanol (CHDM) Market, By Region:
United States
China
Europe
Japan
South Korea
ASEAN
India
Rest of World
Global Cyclohexane Dimethanol (CHDM) Market, Segmentation by Type:
Cis/Trans Ratio: 35:65
Cis/Trans Ratio: 50:50
Others
Global Cyclohexane Dimethanol (CHDM) Market, Segmentation by Application:
Polyester Materials
Coating Materials
Companies Profiled:
Eastman
SK Chemicals
Kangheng Chemical
Kellin Chemicals
Key Questions Answered:
1. How big is the global Cyclohexane Dimethanol (CHDM) market?
2. What is the demand of the global Cyclohexane Dimethanol (CHDM) market?
3. What is the year over year growth of the global Cyclohexane Dimethanol (CHDM) market?
4. What is the production and production value of the global Cyclohexane Dimethanol (CHDM) market?
5. Who are the key producers in the global Cyclohexane Dimethanol (CHDM) market?
6. What are the growth factors driving the market demand?
Table of Contents
88 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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