Methanol-to-Jet (MTJ) Fuel and Alcohol-to-Jet (ATJ) Fuel - Global Industry Market Analysis Report 2020-2031

Methanol-to-Jet Fuel (MTJ) and alcohol-to-Jet Fuel (ATJ) are two production routes for sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), which aims to reduce carbon emissions from the aviation industry by converting alcohols such as methanol or ethanol into jet fuel. MTJ produces jet fuel through methanol synthesis and subsequent conversion. It has not yet been fully certified by ASTM, but its technical potential has attracted the attention of companies such as ExxonMobil; ATJ has been certified by ASTM in 2016, with a maximum blending ratio of 50%, using raw materials such as ethanol or isobutanol. Both are regarded as important technologies for the aviation industry to achieve net zero emissions, but raw material supply, infrastructure construction and certification process remain major challenges.

These fuels have sparked different views on environmental protection and economics. Supporters believe that MTJ and ATJ use renewable or industrial by-product alcohols as raw materials, have a significantly lower carbon footprint than traditional jet fuel, and are compatible with existing infrastructure. However, critics point out that its production process is complex, the cost is higher than traditional fuels, and it is highly dependent on raw materials (such as ethanol needs to rely on agriculture or biomass), which may be affected by climate and policy. In addition, the uncertain timeline for certification and large-scale commercialization may delay its popularization.

In terms of the market, the demand for methanol-based aviation fuel and alcohol-based aviation fuel is related to the decarbonization goals of the global aviation industry. In March 2025, North America and Europe became the main markets due to policy support and airline commitments, while Asia gradually emerged due to its chemical industry base and potential for growth in energy demand. The market size is still in its infancy, but it is expected to grow rapidly in the next few years, driven by the goal of sustainable aviation fuel.

In the future, the development of MTJ and ATJ will rely on technological breakthroughs and policy support. Improved catalysts and large-scale production may reduce costs, while the certification process driven by international cooperation will accelerate its commercialization. However, unstable feedstock supply, insufficient infrastructure investment and the rise of competing fuels (such as sustainable aviation kerosene) may bring challenges, and the industry needs to realize its potential through innovation and cross-sector cooperation.

Report Scope

This report aims to deliver a thorough analysis of the global market for Methanol-to-Jet (MTJ) Fuel and Alcohol-to-Jet (ATJ) Fuel, offering both quantitative and qualitative insights to assist readers in formulating business growth strategies, evaluating the competitive landscape, understanding their current market position, and making well-informed decisions regarding Methanol-to-Jet (MTJ) Fuel and Alcohol-to-Jet (ATJ) Fuel.

The report is enriched with qualitative evaluations, including market drivers, challenges, Porter's Five Forces, regulatory frameworks, consumer preferences, and ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) factors.

The report provides detailed classification of Methanol-to-Jet (MTJ) Fuel and Alcohol-to-Jet (ATJ) Fuel, such as type, etc.; detailed examples of Methanol-to-Jet (MTJ) Fuel and Alcohol-to-Jet (ATJ) Fuel applications, such as application one, etc., and provides comprehensive historical (2020-2025) and forecast (2026-2031) market size data.

The report provides detailed classification of Methanol-to-Jet (MTJ) Fuel and Alcohol-to-Jet (ATJ) Fuel, such as Methanol-to-Jet (MTJ) Fuel, Alcohol-to-Jet (ATJ) Fuel, etc.; detailed examples of Methanol-to-Jet (MTJ) Fuel and Alcohol-to-Jet (ATJ) Fuel applications, such as Commercial Aviation, Military Aviation, Business & General Aviation, Unmanned Aerial Vehicles, etc., and provides comprehensive historical (2020-2025) and forecast (2026-2031) market size data.

The report covers key global regions-North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, and the Middle East & Africa-providing granular, country-specific insights for major markets such as the United States, China, Germany, and Brazil.

The report deeply explores the competitive landscape of Methanol-to-Jet (MTJ) Fuel and Alcohol-to-Jet (ATJ) Fuel products, details the sales, revenue, and regional layout of some of the world's leading manufacturers, and provides in-depth company profiles and contact details.

The report contains a comprehensive industry chain analysis covering raw materials, downstream customers and sales channels.

Core Chapters

Chapter One: Introduces the study scope of this report, market status, market drivers, challenges, porters five forces analysis, regulatory policy, consumer preference, market attractiveness and ESG analysis.
Chapter Two: market segments by Type, covering the market size and development potential of each market segment, to help readers find the blue ocean market in different market segments.
Chapter Three: Methanol-to-Jet (MTJ) Fuel and Alcohol-to-Jet (ATJ) Fuel market sales and revenue in regional level and country level. It 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 production of each country in the world.
Chapter Four: Provides the analysis of various market segments by 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 Five: Detailed analysis of Methanol-to-Jet (MTJ) Fuel and Alcohol-to-Jet (ATJ) Fuel manufacturers competitive landscape, price, sales, revenue, market share, footprint, merger, and acquisition information, etc.
Chapter Six: Provides profiles of leading manufacturers, introducing the basic situation of the main companies in the market in detail, including product sales, revenue, price, gross margin, product introduction.
Chapter Seven: Analysis of industrial chain, key raw materials, customers and sales channel.
Chapter Eight: Key Takeaways and Final Conclusions
Chapter Nine: Methodology and Sources.