Isopropyl Alcohol Market by Grade (70 % IPA, More than 90% IPA), Application, End-User

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[189 Pages Report] The Isopropyl Alcohol Market size was estimated at USD 4.30 billion in 2023 and expected to reach USD 4.57 billion in 2024, at a CAGR 6.89% to reach USD 6.85 billion by 2030.

Isopropyl Alcohol (IPA) is a colorless, flammable chemical compound with a strong odor. It is widely used as a solvent and cleaning fluid, especially for dissolving oils, in producing chemicals, pharmaceuticals, and personal care products, and as a disinfectant due to its antiseptic properties. It is also employed in the electronics industry for cleaning and degreasing. The market for isopropyl alcohol has seen steady growth, driven by rising demand in various applications, including the aforementioned industries and home cleaning products, which have seen a surge in demand due to heightened awareness around hygiene and cleanliness in light of recent global health concerns. Furthermore, the market benefits from continuous industrial and technological advancements, alongside IPA's unmatched versatility and efficiency as a solvent. Expansion opportunities are particularly prominent within the pharmaceutical, medical, and electronics sectors, where IPA's applications are invaluable. However, the market faces limitations due to health and safety concerns over IPA's flammability, potential health risks, and environmental challenges linked to its VOC emissions. The market is leaning towards innovation in sustainable production methods, developing advanced recycling technologies, and exploring bio-based IPA alternatives. Moreover, there's a push for creating improved industrial formulations that promise safer and more effective usage. Despite environmental and regulatory hurdles, the isopropyl alcohol market is poised for a future of innovative growth by emphasizing sustainability, safety, and novel applications, thus reaffirming its indispensable status across many sectors.

KEY MARKET STATISTICS
Base Year [2023]	USD 4.30 billion
Estimated Year [2024]	USD 4.57 billion
Forecast Year [2030]	USD 6.85 billion
CAGR (%)	6.89%

Regional Insights

In the Americas, significant production capacity is supported by robust chemical manufacturing infrastructure and technological prowess, catering to domestic and international demand. Investments in research and development by companies in this region are substantial, driven by a regulatory environment that generally supports innovation but demands strict adherence to environmental and safety standards. With its stringent regulatory environment, Europe focuses on sustainable and environmentally friendly IPA production processes, though its overall production capacity may not rival that of the Americas or APAC. With its emerging chemical sector, the Middle East is gradually increasing its presence in the IPA market, supported by government interest in diversifying economies beyond oil. Africa shows potential for growth in IPA demand due to its developing pharmaceutical and cosmetics sectors. The APAC region, led by countries including China and India, is witnessing rapid expansion in IPA production, primarily attributed to rising industrialization, an expanding manufacturing base, and increasing demand from the pharmaceutical and electronics sectors. Government initiatives in these countries aiming at self-reliance in chemical production and encouraging exports have bolstered the growth of IPA manufacturing entities, making the APAC region a crucial player in the global IPA market.

Market Insights

Market Dynamics

The market dynamics represent an ever-changing landscape of the Isopropyl Alcohol Market by providing actionable insights into factors, including supply and demand levels. Accounting for these factors helps design strategies, make investments, and formulate developments to capitalize on future opportunities. In addition, these factors assist in avoiding potential pitfalls related to political, geographical, technical, social, and economic conditions, highlighting consumer behaviors and influencing manufacturing costs and purchasing decisions.

Market Drivers
- Expanding pharmaceuticals sector, coupled with the rising demand in the cosmetics industry
- Rise in global health crisis with surge in demand for disinfectants and sanitizers
- Increasing global trade and establishment of manufacturing units in emerging economies

Market Restraints
- Availability of alternative options for the production of isopropyl alcohol

Market Opportunities
- Burgeoning electronics industry, with its increasing demand for clean and contamination-free components
- Emerging innovative production method for isopropyl alcohol

Market Challenges
- Strict government regulations and adverse side effects

Market Segmentation Analysis
- Grade: Growing usage of 70% isopropyl alcohol grade due to its antibacterial qualities
- End-User: High potential of Isopropyl alcohol in food & beverage industry to maintain hygiene standards

Market Disruption Analysis
Porter's Five Forces Analysis
Value Chain & Critical Path Analysis
Pricing Analysis
Technology Analysis
Patent Analysis
Trade Analysis
Regulatory Framework Analysis

FPNV Positioning Matrix

The FPNV positioning matrix is essential in evaluating the market positioning of the vendors in the Isopropyl Alcohol Market. This matrix offers a comprehensive assessment of vendors, examining critical metrics related to business strategy and product satisfaction. This in-depth assessment empowers users to make well-informed decisions aligned with their requirements. Based on the evaluation, the vendors are then categorized into four distinct quadrants representing varying levels of success, namely Forefront (F), Pathfinder (P), Niche (N), or Vital (V).

Market Share Analysis

The market share analysis is a comprehensive tool that provides an insightful and in-depth assessment of the current state of vendors in the Isopropyl Alcohol Market. By meticulously comparing and analyzing vendor contributions, companies are offered a greater understanding of their performance and the challenges they face when competing for market share. These contributions include overall revenue, customer base, and other vital metrics. Additionally, this analysis provides valuable insights into the competitive nature of the sector, including factors such as accumulation, fragmentation dominance, and amalgamation traits observed over the base year period studied. With these illustrative details, vendors can make more informed decisions and devise effective strategies to gain a competitive edge in the market.

Recent Developments

Saudi Arabia's Advanced Petrochemical to Launch Isopropanol Plant

Saudi Arabia's Advanced Petrochemical entered into a contractual agreement with South Korea's SGC, valued at USD 191 million, to establish a pioneering Isopropanol (IPA) production facility. With a proposed output of 70,000 tonnes per year, the plant is positioned to become the first of its kind in the Middle East. The strategic move reinforces the region's industrial capabilities and addresses diverse demand across sectors including medical, cosmetics, electronics, and industrial solvents, evidencing significant progress as corroborated by satellite imagery of ongoing construction efforts. [Published On: 2024-02-23]

Mitsui Chemicals Achieves Comprehensive Sustainability Certification for Phenol-Chain Products

Mitsui Chemicals, Inc. secured International Sustainability and Carbon Certification (ISCC) PLUS status for its entire range of seven phenol-chain products, including isopropyl alcohol (IPA) and methyl isobutyl ketone (MIBK). This achievement signifies the company's commitment to advancing the use of biomass and sustainable practices within the chemical industry. By ensuring all its phenol-chain products meet ISCC PLUS standards, Mitsui Chemicals demonstrates its dedication to sustainability and environmental responsibility. The company plans to further extend its efforts across all its operations, emphasizing its role in promoting a greener, more sustainable future. [Published On: 2023-12-22]

Introduction of 3M SoluPrep S: Enhancing Preoperative Skin Preparation with Advanced Antiseptic Solution

3M Health Care launched the FDA-approved 3M SoluPrep S Sterile Antiseptic Solution, a skin preparation product for patients undergoing surgery. This innovative solution combines chlorhexidine gluconate at 2% w/v and isopropyl alcohol at 70% v/v, offering an effective antimicrobial defense. Proven to deliver quick and extensive antimicrobial action (based on in vitro studies, with clinical relevance yet to be determined) and demonstrate resilience on human skin for over 96 hours in healthy volunteers, this product signifies a significant advancement in preoperative patient care. [Published On: 2023-04-03]

Strategy Analysis & Recommendation

The strategic analysis is essential for organizations seeking a solid foothold in the global marketplace. Companies are better positioned to make informed decisions that align with their long-term aspirations by thoroughly evaluating their current standing in the Isopropyl Alcohol Market. This critical assessment involves a thorough analysis of the organization's resources, capabilities, and overall performance to identify its core strengths and areas for improvement.

Key Company Profiles

The report delves into recent significant developments in the Isopropyl Alcohol Market, highlighting leading vendors and their innovative profiles. These include Avantor, Inc., Barentz International BV, BASF SE, Dayaram Chemicals Pvt. Ltd., Deepak Fertilisers and Petrochemicals Corporation Ltd., Domo Chemicals GmbH, Ecolab Inc., Exxon Mobil Corporation, INEOS AG, Jiangsu Denoir Technology Co.,Ltd., LCY Chemical Corp., LG Chem, Ltd., Linde AG, LyondellBasell Industries N.V., Merck KGaA, Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation, Mitsui Chemicals, Inc., Perrigo Company PLC, R.S. Hughes Company, Inc., Shell PLC, Standard Reagents Pvt. Ltd., The Dow Chemical Company, Tokuyama Corporation, Trinternational Inc., and Zhejiang Xinhua Chemical Co., Ltd..

Market Segmentation & Coverage

This research report categorizes the Isopropyl Alcohol Market to forecast the revenues and analyze trends in each of the following sub-markets:

Grade
- 70 % IPA
- More than 90% IPA

Application
- Cleaning Agent
- Coating Solvent
- Intermediate
- Solvent

End-User
- Food & Beverages
- Paints & Coatings
- Personal Care & Cosmetics
- Pharmaceutical

Region
- Americas
  - Argentina
  - Brazil
  - Canada
  - Mexico
  - United States
    - California
    - Florida
    - Illinois
    - New York
    - Ohio
    - Pennsylvania
    - Texas
- Asia-Pacific
  - Australia
  - China
  - India
  - Indonesia
  - Japan
  - Malaysia
  - Philippines
  - Singapore
  - South Korea
  - Taiwan
  - Thailand
  - Vietnam

Europe, Middle East & Africa
- Denmark
- Egypt
- Finland
- France
- Germany
- Israel
- Italy
- Netherlands
- Nigeria
- Norway
- Poland
- Qatar
- Russia
- Saudi Arabia
- South Africa
- Spain
- Sweden
- Switzerland
- Turkey
- United Arab Emirates
- United Kingdom

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1. Preface

1.1. Objectives of the Study
1.2. Market Segmentation & Coverage
1.3. Years Considered for the Study
1.4. Currency & Pricing
1.5. Language
1.6. Stakeholders

2. Research Methodology

2.1. Define: Research Objective
2.2. Determine: Research Design
2.3. Prepare: Research Instrument
2.4. Collect: Data Source
2.5. Analyze: Data Interpretation
2.6. Formulate: Data Verification
2.7. Publish: Research Report
2.8. Repeat: Report Update

3. Executive Summary

4. Market Overview

5. Market Insights

5.1. Market Dynamics
- 5.1.1. Drivers
  - 5.1.1.1. Expanding pharmaceuticals sector, coupled with the rising demand in the cosmetics industry
  - 5.1.1.2. Rise in global health crisis with surge in demand for disinfectants and sanitizers
  - 5.1.1.3. Increasing global trade and establishment of manufacturing units in emerging economies
- 5.1.2. Restraints
  - 5.1.2.1. Availability of alternative options for the production of isopropyl alcohol
- 5.1.3. Opportunities
  - 5.1.3.1. Burgeoning electronics industry, with its increasing demand for clean and contamination-free components
  - 5.1.3.2. Emerging innovative production method for isopropyl alcohol
- 5.1.4. Challenges
  - 5.1.4.1. Strict government regulations and adverse side effects
5.2. Market Segmentation Analysis
- 5.2.1. Grade: Growing usage of 70% isopropyl alcohol grade due to its antibacterial qualities
- 5.2.2. End-User: High potential of Isopropyl alcohol in food & beverage industry to maintain hygiene standards
5.3. Market Disruption Analysis
5.4. Porter's Five Forces Analysis
- 5.4.1. Threat of New Entrants
- 5.4.2. Threat of Substitutes
- 5.4.3. Bargaining Power of Customers
- 5.4.4. Bargaining Power of Suppliers
- 5.4.5. Industry Rivalry
5.5. Value Chain & Critical Path Analysis
5.6. Pricing Analysis
5.7. Technology Analysis
5.8. Patent Analysis
5.9. Trade Analysis
5.10. Regulatory Framework Analysis

6. Isopropyl Alcohol Market, by Grade

6.1. Introduction
6.2. 70 % IPA
6.3. More than 90% IPA

7. Isopropyl Alcohol Market, by Application

7.1. Introduction
7.2. Cleaning Agent
7.3. Coating Solvent
7.4. Intermediate
7.5. Solvent

8. Isopropyl Alcohol Market, by End-User

8.1. Introduction
8.2. Food & Beverages
8.3. Paints & Coatings
8.4. Personal Care & Cosmetics
8.5. Pharmaceutical

9. Americas Isopropyl Alcohol Market

9.1. Introduction
9.2. Argentina
9.3. Brazil
9.4. Canada
9.5. Mexico
9.6. United States

10. Asia-Pacific Isopropyl Alcohol Market

10.1. Introduction
10.2. Australia
10.3. China
10.4. India
10.5. Indonesia
10.6. Japan
10.7. Malaysia
10.8. Philippines
10.9. Singapore
10.10. South Korea
10.11. Taiwan
10.12. Thailand
10.13. Vietnam

11. Europe, Middle East & Africa Isopropyl Alcohol Market

11.1. Introduction
11.2. Denmark
11.3. Egypt
11.4. Finland
11.5. France
11.6. Germany
11.7. Israel
11.8. Italy
11.9. Netherlands
11.10. Nigeria
11.11. Norway
11.12. Poland
11.13. Qatar
11.14. Russia
11.15. Saudi Arabia
11.16. South Africa
11.17. Spain
11.18. Sweden
11.19. Switzerland
11.20. Turkey
11.21. United Arab Emirates
11.22. United Kingdom

12. Competitive Landscape

12.1. Market Share Analysis, 2023
12.2. FPNV Positioning Matrix, 2023
12.3. Competitive Scenario Analysis
- 12.3.1. Saudi Arabia's Advanced Petrochemical to Launch Isopropanol Plant
- 12.3.2. Mitsui Chemicals Achieves Comprehensive Sustainability Certification for Phenol-Chain Products
- 12.3.3. Introduction of 3M SoluPrep S: Enhancing Preoperative Skin Preparation with Advanced Antiseptic Solution
12.4. Strategy Analysis & Recommendation

13. Competitive Portfolio

13.1. Key Company Profiles
13.2. Key Product Portfolio