Exploring the Expanding Applications of Ethylene Glycol Across Industries

The global ethylene glycols market size is expected to reach USD 23.56 billion by 2030, registering a CAGR of 5.3% from 2024 to 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc. Growing demand for polyethylene terephthalate (PET) for packaging applications, primarily in Asia Pacific and Latin America is expected to remain a key driving factor for the market. In addition, growth from the global textiles industry is also expected to support the ethylene glycol market development over the forecast period. Volatile prices and tight supply of raw materials, on account of frequent fluctuations in crude oil prices, are expected to inhibit the market growth over the next six years.

Monoethylene glycol (MEG) emerged as the leading product segment and accounted for 32.67% of total market volume in 2023. MEG in addition to being the largest product segment is also expected to be the fastest-growing ethylene glycol at an estimated CAGR of 4.5% from 2024 to 2030. MEG is mainly used for manufacturing PET and growth of the global beverages market is expected to drive the demand for MEG over the forecast period. Global market for di-ethylene glycol (DEG) is expected to reach USD 6.23 billion by 2030.

Ethylene Glycols Market Report Highlights

The global ethylene glycols market size was valued at USD 17.76 billion in 2023 and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 5.3% from 2024 to 2030.
PET emerged as the leading application market for ethylene glycols and accounted for 44.1% of total market volume in 2023. Growth of the beverages industry mainly in Asia Pacific and Latin America is expected to drive this market over the next six years. Polyester fibers are expected to be the fastest-growing market for ethylene glycols at an estimated CAGR of 4.1% from 2024 to 2030.
North America ethylene glycols market dominated the global ethylene glycols market with a revenue share of 40.5% in 2023.
The global market for ethylene glycol is fairly concentrated with the top four companies operating in the market including SABIC, Dow Chemical Company, Sinopec and Shell Chemical accounted for over 50% of the total market in 2013. Other companies operating in the market include Formosa Plastics Group, Honam Petrochemicals, and Ineos.

Ethylene Glycols Market Segmentation

Grand View Research has segmented the global ethylene glycols market report based on derivative type, application, end use, and region:

Derivative Type Outlook (Volume, Kilotons; Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)