The global Ethanol market reached around 91 million tonnes in 2024 and is expected to grow at a CAGR of 4.03% during the forecast period until 2035.
Ethanol, also known as ethyl alcohol, is alcohol in common words. It has the chemical formula of C2H5OH. On an industrial level, Ethanol is produced by fermentation of molasses. This transparent liquid, Ethanol has a distinct flavor with a nice aroma. It is highly flammable in nature. Ethanol combines easily with water and a variety of organic liquids and is used to dissolve other chemical compounds. Ethanol is used as a solvent for the production of a wide range of chemicals including ethyl esters, ethyl halides, acetic acid, diethyl ether, ethyl amines. Ethanol is most commonly used solvent in chemical industries. It is employed in production of a wide range of products such as drugs, lacquer, polishes, paints, plastics, plasticizers, cosmetics, alcoholic beverages, and more. Owning up to its antibacterial properties, Ethanol is used vastly in antiseptics, sanitizers, and anti-fungal solutions.
The growth of Ethanol market is expected to increase due to its application in multiple industries on a global level. The demand from Fuel and additive Industry is dominating the Ethanol market due to its flammability properties and clean burning as a fuel. The demand for Ethanol as a solvent for the production of a wide range of chemicals is anticipated to swell the demand for Ethanol in the forecast period. In the upcoming years, the demand for ethanol will further increase even more due to rising health awareness among the population and growing demand for disinfectants. Ethanol consumption is expected to reach around 140 million tonnes by 2035.
The dominating region that demands the most significant volume is North America, consuming more than 37% of the overall demand from the globe. Owing to the due to increased industrial activity and rising gas consumption coupled with need of industrial solvents, the demand of Ethanol in North America is anticipated to rise in the forecast period. Asia Pacific is the second largest consumer of Ethanol in the present times. In terms of product consumption, Brazil dominates the South American market. It was among the first nations to experiment with ethanol's combination with gasoline. Currently, North America the largest producer of Ethanol with USA and Canada as the leading nations.
The Ethanol market is segmented into sectors based on the end usage such as Fuel and its additives, Industrial Solvent, Beverages, Disinfectant and Others. However, Fuel and Fuel Additive industry is the biggest end-user market of Ethanol, holding a share of approximately 45% of the market share. Since ethanol has a greater octane rating than gasoline, it offers superior blending qualities. Adding ethanol to gasoline results in enhancement of thermal efficiency, betterment of fuel economy, and aids in starting vehicle in low temperatures. There is a heavy usage of Ethanol in Chemical industry due to its excellent solvability properties.
Significant companies for Global Ethanol are POET Bioprocessing, The Andersons Ethanol LLC, Valero Renewable Fuels, FS Bioenergia, INPASA Agroindustrial S/A, Galicia, S.A., Biocarburantes de Castilla y, León, S.A., China National Cereals, Oils and Foodstuffs Corporation (COFCO) and Others.
Years considered for this report:
Historical Period: 2015- 2023
Base Year: 2024
Estimated Year: 2025
Forecast Period: 2026-2035
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The objective of the Study:
• To assess the demand-supply scenario of Ethanol, which covers the production, demand, and supply of Ethanol around the globe.
• To analyze and forecast the market size of Ethanol.
• To classify and forecast the Global Ethanol market based on end-use and regional distribution.
• To examine global competitive developments such as new capacity expansions, mergers & acquisitions, etc., of the Ethanol market.
To extract data for the Global Ethanol market, primary research surveys were conducted with Ethanol manufacturers, suppliers, distributors, wholesalers, and Traders. While interviewing, the respondents were also inquired about their competitors. Through this technique, ChemAnalyst was able to include manufacturers that could not be identified due to the limitations of secondary research. Moreover, ChemAnalyst analyzed various segments and projected a positive outlook for the Global Ethanol market over the coming years.
ChemAnalyst calculated Ethanol demand around the globe by analyzing the historical data and demand forecast, which was carried out considering the production of raw material to produce Ethanol. ChemAnalyst sourced these values from industry experts and company representatives and externally validated them by analyzing the historical sales data of respective manufacturers to arrive at the overall market size. Various secondary sources, such as company websites, association reports, annual reports, etc., were also studied by ChemAnalyst.
Key Target Audience:
• Ethanol manufacturers and other stakeholders
• Organizations, forums, and alliances related to Ethanol distribution
• Government bodies such as regulating authorities and policy makers
• Market research organizations and consulting companies
The study is useful in providing answers to several critical questions that are important for industry stakeholders such as Ethanol manufacturers, customers, and policy makers. The study would also help them to target the growing segments over the coming years, thereby aiding the stakeholders in taking investment decisions and facilitating their expansion.
Report Scope:
In this report, Global Ethanol market has been segmented into following categories, in addition to the industry trends which have also been detailed below:
Attribute
Details
Market size Volume in 2024
91 million tonnes
Market size Volume by 2035
140 million tonnes
Growth Rate
CAGR of 4.03% from 2025 to 2035
Base year for estimation
2024
Historic Data
2015 – 2023
Forecast period
2026 – 2036
Quantitative units
Demand in million tonnes and CAGR from 2025 to 2035
Report coverage
Capacity By Company, Capacity by Location, Production by Company, Operating Efficiency, Demand by End-Use, Demand by Region, Demand by Sales Channel, Demand-Supply Gap, Company Share
Segments covered
By End-Use: (Fuel and its additives, Food & Beverages, Chemicals, Cosmetics & Personal Care Products, and Others)
By Sales Channel: (Direct Sale and Indirect Sale)
Regional scope
North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East and Africa, and South America.
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Table of Content
1. Capacity By Company
On our online platform, you can stay up to date with essential manufacturers and their current and future operation capacity on a real-time basis for Ethanol.
2. Capacity By Location
To better understand the regional supply of Ethanol by analyzing its manufacturers' location-based capacity.
3. Production By Company
Study the historical annual production of Ethanol by the leading players and forecast how it will grow in the coming years.
4. Demand by End- Use
Discover which end-user industry (Fuel and Fuel Additives, Industrial Solvent, Beverages, Disinfectant and Others (Personal Care, Bioplastics, Chemicals, Paints & Coatings, etc.) are creating a market and the forecast for the growth of the Ethanol market.
5. Demand by Region
Analyzing the change in demand of Ethanol in different regions, i.e., North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East and Africa, and South America, which can direct you in mapping the regional demand.
6. Demand by Sales Channel (Direct and Indirect)
Multiple channels are used to sell Ethanol. Our sales channel will help in analyzing whether distributors and dealers or direct sales make up most of the industry's sales.
7. Demand-Supply Gap
Determine the supply-demand gap to gain information about the trade surplus or deficiency of Ethanol.
8. Company Share
Figure out what proportion of the market share of Ethanol is held currently by leading players across the globe.
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What is the expected global market size of Ethanol in terms of volume for 2035?
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The global market size of Ethanol is expected to reach approximately 140 million tonnes by 2035, with an expected CAGR of 4.03%.
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What are the major end-use industries of Ethanol?
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Ethanol is used in a wide range of end use industries including Fuel and Fuel Additives, Industrial Solvent, Beverages, Disinfectant and Others (Personal Care, Bioplastics, Chemicals, Paints & Coatings, etc.).
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