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Global Linear a-olefin (LAO) Market 2025 by Manufacturers, Regions, Type and Application, Forecast to 2031

Publisher GlobalInfoResearch
Published Sep 16, 2025
Length 124 Pages
SKU # GFSH20403866

Description

According to our (Global Info Research) latest study, the global Linear α-olefin (LAO) market size was valued at US$ 10200 million in 2024 and is forecast to a readjusted size of USD 12620 million by 2031 with a CAGR of 3.1% during review period.

The key manufacturers of Linear α-olefin (LAO) in the world are Shell, Chevron Phillips Chemical Company, INEOS, Sasol, Qatar Chemical Company, Sabic, PJSC Nizhnekamskneftekhim and Idemitsu Kosan, among which the top three producers account for nearly 50% of the market share, and the largest producer is Shell. The global production of linear α-olefin (LAO) is mainly distributed in North America, Western Europe and China, among which the market share of the top three production regions is more than 65%. At present, North America is the largest production region. In terms of its products, 1-hexene has the highest market share, more than 30%, followed by 1-butene and 1-octene. In terms of its application, polyethylene comonomer is the largest application field, with a market share of nearly 70%, followed by poly alpha olefins and detergent and plasticizer.

This report is a detailed and comprehensive analysis for global Linear α-olefin (LAO) market. Both quantitative and qualitative analyses are presented by manufacturers, by region & country, by Type and by Application. As the market is constantly changing, this report explores the competition, supply and demand trends, as well as key factors that contribute to its changing demands across many markets. Company profiles and product examples of selected competitors, along with market share estimates of some of the selected leaders for the year 2025, are provided.

Key Features:

Global Linear α-olefin (LAO) market size and forecasts, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (K Tons), and average selling prices (US$/Ton), 2020-2031

Global Linear α-olefin (LAO) market size and forecasts by region and country, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (K Tons), and average selling prices (US$/Ton), 2020-2031

Global Linear α-olefin (LAO) market size and forecasts, by Type and by Application, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (K Tons), and average selling prices (US$/Ton), 2020-2031

Global Linear α-olefin (LAO) market shares of main players, shipments in revenue ($ Million), sales quantity (K Tons), and ASP (US$/Ton), 2020-2025

The Primary Objectives in This Report Are:

To determine the size of the total market opportunity of global and key countries

To assess the growth potential for Linear α-olefin (LAO)

To forecast future growth in each product and end-use market

To assess competitive factors affecting the marketplace

This report profiles key players in the global Linear α-olefin (LAO) market based on the following parameters - company overview, sales quantity, revenue, price, gross margin, product portfolio, geographical presence, and key developments. Key companies covered as a part of this study include Shell, Chevron Phillips Chemical Company, INEOS, Sasol, Qatar Chemical Company, Sabic, PJSC Nizhnekamskneftekhim, Idemitsu Kosan, Exxon Mobil Chemical, Sinopec, etc.

This report also provides key insights about market drivers, restraints, opportunities, new product launches or approvals.

Market Segmentation

Linear α-olefin (LAO) market is split by Type and by Application. For the period 2020-2031, the growth among segments provides accurate calculations and forecasts for consumption value by Type, and by Application in terms of volume and value. This analysis can help you expand your business by targeting qualified niche markets.

Market segment by Type
1-Butene
1-Hexene
1-Octene
1-Decene
Dodecene
C14-C18
Others

Market segment by Application
Polyethylene Comonomer
Poly Alpha Olefins
Detergent and Plasticizer Alcohol
Others

Major players covered
Shell
Chevron Phillips Chemical Company
INEOS
Sasol
Qatar Chemical Company
Sabic
PJSC Nizhnekamskneftekhim
Idemitsu Kosan
Exxon Mobil Chemical
Sinopec
CNPC
CNOOC and Shell Petrochemicals Company Limited

Market segment by region, regional analysis covers

North America (United States, Canada, and Mexico)

Europe (Germany, France, United Kingdom, Russia, Italy, and Rest of Europe)

Asia-Pacific (China, Japan, Korea, India, Southeast Asia, and Australia)

South America (Brazil, Argentina, Colombia, and Rest of South America)

Middle East & Africa (Saudi Arabia, UAE, Egypt, South Africa, and Rest of Middle East & Africa)

The content of the study subjects, includes a total of 15 chapters:

Chapter 1, to describe Linear α-olefin (LAO) product scope, market overview, market estimation caveats and base year.

Chapter 2, to profile the top manufacturers of Linear α-olefin (LAO), with price, sales quantity, revenue, and global market share of Linear α-olefin (LAO) from 2020 to 2025.

Chapter 3, the Linear α-olefin (LAO) competitive situation, sales quantity, revenue, and global market share of top manufacturers are analyzed emphatically by landscape contrast.

Chapter 4, the Linear α-olefin (LAO) breakdown data are shown at the regional level, to show the sales quantity, consumption value, and growth by regions, from 2020 to 2031.

Chapter 5 and 6, to segment the sales by Type and by Application, with sales market share and growth rate by Type, by Application, from 2020 to 2031.

Chapter 7, 8, 9, 10 and 11, to break the sales data at the country level, with sales quantity, consumption value, and market share for key countries in the world, from 2020 to 2025.and Linear α-olefin (LAO) market forecast, by regions, by Type, and by Application, with sales and revenue, from 2026 to 2031.

Chapter 12, market dynamics, drivers, restraints, trends, and Porters Five Forces analysis.

Chapter 13, the key raw materials and key suppliers, and industry chain of Linear α-olefin (LAO).

Chapter 14 and 15, to describe Linear α-olefin (LAO) sales channel, distributors, customers, research findings and conclusion.

Table of Contents

124 Pages
1 Market Overview
2 Manufacturers Profiles
3 Competitive Environment: Linear α-olefin (LAO) by Manufacturer
4 Consumption Analysis by Region
5 Market Segment by Type
6 Market Segment by Application
7 North America
8 Europe
9 Asia-Pacific
10 South America
11 Middle East & Africa
12 Market Dynamics
13 Raw Material and Industry Chain
14 Shipments by Distribution Channel
15 Research Findings and Conclusion
16 Appendix
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