Benzyl alcohol Market Research Report Information By Purity (Purity Higher than 99.5%, Purity in Between 99-99.5%, Purity Less than 99%), By Grade (Industrial Grade, Food Grade, Pharmaceutical Grade, Others), By Application (Dielectric Solvent, Bacteriostatic Preservative, Cleaning Agent, Epoxy Resins, Synthetic Solvent, Others), By End User (Food and Beverages, Paints and Coating, Pharmaceuticals, and Others) And By Region (North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, And Rest Of The World) –Market Forecast Till 2032

Global Benzyl Alcohol Market Overview

Benzyl alcohol Market Size was valued at USD 3.5 Billion in 2022. The benzyl alcohol industry is projected to grow from USD 3.6 Billion in 2023 to USD 5.5 Billion by 2032, exhibiting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.20% during the forecast period (2023 - 2032). Increased Growing demand in various end-use industries and surging pharmaceutical industry and applications are the key market drivers enhancing the market growth.Source: Secondary Research, Primary Research, MRFR Database and Analyst Review

Benzyl alcohol Market Trends

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  Growing demand in pharmaceutical industry is driving the market growth

  
  

Benzyl alcohol is witnessing an increasing demand in the pharmaceutical industry, primarily due to its applications as a solvent in the formulation of various medications. It is utilized in the production of injectable drugs, oral medications, and topical pharmaceutical products. The pharmaceutical sector's continuous expansion, driven by research and development activities, contributes to the rising trend of benzyl alcohol usage. This factor drives the Market CAGR.

Additionally, Benzyl alcohol finds extensive use in the personal care and cosmetic industry as a fragrance ingredient, preservative, and solvent. The growing consumer inclination towards personal grooming and skincare routines has led to an upsurge in the production of cosmetic products, including perfumes, lotions, and creams, boosting the demand for benzyl alcohol.

Benzyl alcohol is utilized in various industrial processes, such as coatings, paints, and inks, where it acts as a solvent. The expanding industrial sector, coupled with the demand for high-performance solvents, is contributing to the upward trend in benzyl alcohol consumption. Its versatile properties make it a preferred choice for different applications, driving its prominence in industrial processes.

For instance, Emerald Performance Materials, LLC (Emerald), a leading provider of advanced specialty chemicals, announced that it has acquired the business and assets of DSM Special Products, BV (DSP), a European-based manufacturer of benzoic acid, sodium benzoate, benzaldehyde and benzyl alcohol. Thus, driving the benzyl alcohol market revenue.

Benzyl alcohol Market Segment Insights

Benzyl alcohol Purity Insights

The benzyl alcohol market segmentation, based on Purity includes Purity Higher than 99.5%, Purity in Between 99-99.5% and Purity Less than 99%. The category of "Purity Higher than 99.5%" stands out as the dominating segment. This dominance is driven by the demand for high-quality benzyl alcohol in various industries, including pharmaceuticals, personal care, and industrial applications. Simultaneously, the "Purity in Between 99-99.5%" category emerges as the fastest-growing segment. This growth can be attributed to applications where extremely high purity is not mandatory, but a certain level of quality is still required.

Benzyl alcohol Grade Insights

The benzyl alcohol market segmentation, based on Grade, includes Industrial Grade, Food Grade, Pharmaceutical Grade, Others. The dominating category is pharmaceutical grade. This dominance is fueled by the increasing demand for benzyl alcohol in pharmaceutical formulations, where stringent quality standards and purity levels are imperative. The pharmaceutical grade ensures that benzyl alcohol meets the exacting requirements of the pharmaceutical industry, including drug formulations, making it a preferred choice in the production of medicines. Concurrently, the fastest-growing category is food grade. The growth is driven by the expanding applications of benzyl alcohol in the food and beverage industry.

Benzyl alcohol Application Insights

The benzyl alcohol market segmentation, based on Application, includes Industrial Dielectric Solvent, Bacteriostatic Preservative, Cleaning Agent, Epoxy Resins, Synthetic Solvent, Others. The dominating category is "Dielectric Solvent." This dominance is attributed to the excellent dielectric properties of benzyl alcohol, making it a preferred choice in various industrial applications, especially in electronic and electrical equipment. Its ability to serve as an effective dielectric solvent enhances its demand in applications like capacitors and other electrical components, consolidating its position as the dominant category. Simultaneously, the fastest-growing category is "Epoxy Resins." The growth is fueled by the increasing utilization of benzyl alcohol in the synthesis of epoxy resins.

Benzyl alcohol End User Insights

The benzyl alcohol market segmentation, based on End User, includes Food and Beverages, Paints and Coating, Pharmaceuticals, and Others. The dominating category is "Pharmaceuticals." This dominance is driven by the extensive use of benzyl alcohol in the pharmaceutical industry for its role as a solvent and preservative in various drug formulations. Concurrently, the fastest-growing category is "Paints and Coatings." The growth is propelled by the increasing demand for benzyl alcohol as a solvent and coalescing agent in the paints and coatings industry.

Figure1: Benzyl alcohol Market, by End User, 2022&2032 (USD Billion)Source: Secondary Research, Primary Research, MRFR Database and Analyst Review

Benzyl alcohol Regional Insights

By region, the study provides the market insights into North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Rest of the World. The North American benzyl alcohol market area will dominate this market, owing to well-established pharmaceutical and healthcare industry will boost market growth in this region.

Further, the major countries studied in the market report are The US, Canada, German, France, the UK, Italy, Spain, China, Japan, India, Australia, South Korea, and Brazil.

Figure2: BENZYL ALCOHOL MARKET SHARE BY REGION 2022 (USD Billion)Source: Secondary Research, Primary Research, MRFR Database and Analyst Review

Europe benzyl alcohol market accounts for the second-largest market share due to the robust growth of the personal care and cosmetics sector. Further, the German benzyl alcohol market held the largest market share, and the UK benzyl alcohol market was the fastest growing market in the European region

The Asia-Pacific Benzyl alcohol Market is expected to grow at the fastest CAGR from 2023 to 2032. This is due to industrialization and urbanization. Moreover, China’s benzyl alcohol market held the largest market share, and the Indianbenzyl alcohol market was the fastest growing market in the Asia-Pacific region.

Benzyl alcoholKey Market Players& Competitive Insights

Leading market players are investing heavily in research and development in order to expand their product lines, which will help the benzyl alcohol market, grow even more. Market participants are also undertaking a variety of strategic activities to expand their footprint, with important market developments including new product launches, contractual agreements, mergers and acquisitions, higher investments, and collaboration with other organizations. To expand and survive in a more competitive and rising market climate, benzyl alcohol industry must offer cost-effective items.

Manufacturing locally to minimize operational costs is one of the key business tactics used by manufacturers in the benzyl alcohol industry to benefit clients and increase the market sector. In recent years, the benzyl alcohol industry has offered some of the most significant advantages. Major players in the benzyl alcohol market, including Merck KGaA (Germany),Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. (U.S.), HUBEI GREENHOME FINE CHEMICAL CO., LTD (China), Emerald Performance Materials (U.S.), Alfa Aesar (U.S.),Gujarat Alkalies and Chemical, Limited (India),Tata Chemicals Ltd. (India)., and others, are attempting to increase market demand by investing in research and development operations.

Merck KGaA, headquartered in Darmstadt, Germany, is a multinational science and technology company. Merck's healthcare business focuses on pharmaceuticals, including prescription drugs for oncology, neurology, fertility, and general medicine. In 2021, Merck KGaA announced that it had acquired AmpTec GmbH, a leading supplier of high-quality RNA and DNA products for research and diagnostics. This acquisition was aimed at expanding Merck's capabilities in the life science industry, including the production of Benzyl Alcohol.

Lanxess AG, headquartered in Cologne, Germany, is a multinational specialty chemicals company. Lanxess is a leading player in the development, manufacturing, and marketing of a wide range of chemical products. The company operates in various segments, including Advanced Intermediates, Specialty Additives, Performance Chemicals, High-Performance Materials, and Engineering Materials. Lanxess emphasizes innovation and sustainability in its operations. The company works on developing environmentally friendly products and solutions, aligning with trends towards sustainability. In 2020, Lanxess AG announced the acquisition of Itibanyl Produtos Especiais Ltda (IPEL), a Brazilian manufacturer of specialty chemicals. This acquisition was aimed at expanding Lanxess AG's production capacity of Benzyl Alcohol and other specialty chemicals for the personal care and pharmaceutical industries.

Key Companies in the benzyl alcohol market include

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  Merck KGaA (Germany)

  
  


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  Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. (U.S.)

  
  


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  HUBEI GREENHOME FINE CHEMICAL CO., LTD (China)

  
  


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  Emerald Performance Materials (U.S.)

  
  


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  Alfa Aesar (U.S.)

  
  


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  Gujarat Alkalies and Chemical Limited (India)

  
  


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  Tata Chemicals Ltd. (India)

  
  


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  FINAR CHEMICALS (India)

  
  


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  Elan Chemical (U.S.)

  
  


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  INEOS (U.K.)

  
  


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  Wuhan Biet Co., Ltd. (China)

  
  

Benzyl alcohol Industry Developments

March 2022: The Canadian government proposed adding the alcohols methanol, 1-butanol, and benzyl alcohol to the country's toxic substances list in Schedule 1 of the Canadian Environmental Protection Act. If the move is confirmed following public consultation, regulatory risk management measures will be implemented against the substance.

February 2023: Shandong Lukang Pharmaceuticals received market approval from China's National Medical Products Administration (NMPA) for the use of benzyl alcohol as a chemical raw material.

Benzyl alcohol Market Segmentation

Benzyl alcohol Purity Outlook

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  Purity Higher than 99.5%

  
  


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  Purity in Between 99-99.5%

  
  


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  Purity Less than 99%

  
  

Benzyl alcohol Grade Outlook

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  Industrial Grade

  
  


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  Food Grade

  
  


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  Pharmaceutical Grade

  
  


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  Others

  
  

Benzyl alcohol Application Outlook

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  Dielectric Solvent

  
  


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  Bacteriostatic Preservative

  
  


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  Cleaning Agent

  
  


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  Epoxy Resins

  
  


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  Synthetic Solvent

  
  


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  Others

  
  

Benzyl alcohol End User Outlook

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  Food and Beverages

  
  


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  Paints and Coating

  
  


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  Pharmaceuticals

  
  


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  Others

  
  

Benzyl alcohol Regional Outlook

• North America
  
  
  
  • US
  
  
  • Canada
  
  
  
  


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


• Asia-Pacific
  
  
  
  • China
  
  
  • Japan
  
  
  • India
  
  
  • Australia
  
  
  • South Korea
  
  
  • Australia
  
  
  • Rest of Asia-Pacific
  
  
  
  


• Rest of the World
  
  
  
  • Middle East
  
  
  • Africa
  
  
  • Latin America