Glycols Market Size, Share, Trends, Industry Analysis Report: By Product (Propylene Glycol and Ethylene Glycol), Application, End-Use Industry, and Region (North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and Middle East & Africa) – Market Forecast, 20

The global glycols market size is expected to reach USD 89.80 billion by 2034, according to a new study by Polaris Market Research. The report “Glycols Market Size, Share, Trends, Industry Analysis Report: By Product (Propylene Glycol and Ethylene Glycol), Application, End-Use Industry, and Region (North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and Middle East & Africa) – Market Forecast, 2025–2034” gives a detailed insight into current market dynamics and provides analysis on future market growth.

Glycol is a viscous, colorless, and odorless organic chemical compound. It is widely used in antifreeze solutions, cosmetics, printing inks, de-icing agents, textiles, and brake fluids. Ethylene glycol, propylene glycol, dipropylene glycol, and triethylene glycol are some commonly used glycol types.

The expanding packaging industry, fueled by changing consumer tastes and the swift rise in e-commerce, is propelling the growth of the glycols market. Glycols such as ethylene glycol and polyethylene glycol are important in packaging, functioning as humectants, solvents, or coatings. Furthermore, the increasing need for propylene glycol in the cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and food & beverage industries is aiding the growth of the glycols market expansion.

As it is a non-toxic solvent, propylene glycol finds extensive use in pharmaceutical, food and beverage, and personal care goods. The development of the glycol market is progressing because of its wide application in numerous end-use sectors, such as aircraft de-icing, construction (HVAC systems, insulation), and packaging (PET resins). Rising demand from sectors like textiles, packaging, and growing polyester fiber production, along with the need for sustainable solutions, is generating numerous opportunities in the glycol market.

Key Highlights of Glycols Market Report

Based on product, the ethylene glycol segment dominated the glycols market in 2024. This is attributed to the expanding automobile industry and the rising demand for dependable and effective engine cooling solutions.

Based on application, the automotive segment dominated the market in 2024. The expansion of the global automotive industry has led to increased demand for glycols in engine systems.

North America dominated the global market in 2024 due to the high demand for glycols from the growing automotive and industrial sectors in the region.

The Asia Pacific glycols market is projected to witness the fastest growth during the forecast period, driven by rising construction activities and increased emphasis on sophisticated industrial processes in the region.

A few of the major market players are Royal Dutch Shell plc, ExxonMobil Corporation, Dow Dupont, Saudi Basic Industries Corporation (SABIC), LyondellBasell Industries, Total S.A., and China Petroleum & Chemical Corporation.

Polaris Market Research has segmented the glycols market report on the basis of product, application, end-use industry, and region:

By Product Outlook (Revenue – USD Billion, 2020–2034)

Propylene Glycol

Ethylene Glycol

By Application Outlook (Revenue – USD Billion, 2020–2034)

HVAC

Airlines

Pipeline Maintenance

Automotive

Textiles

Medical

Polyester Fibers & Resins

Others

By End-Use Industry Outlook (Revenue – USD Billion, 2020–2034)

Packaging

Cosmetics

Textiles

Automotive & Transportation

Food & Beverage

Pharmaceuticals

Others

By Regional Outlook (Revenue – USD Billion, 2020–2034)

North America

• US
• Canada

• Germany
• France
• UK
• Italy
• Spain
• Netherlands
• Russia
• Rest of Europe

• China
• Japan
• India
• Malaysia
• South Korea
• Indonesia
• Australia
• Rest of Asia Pacific

• Saudi Arabia
• UAE
• Israel
• South Africa
• Rest of Middle East & Africa

• Mexico
• Brazil
• Argentina
• Rest of Latin America