PUBLISHER: Global Market Insights Inc. | PRODUCT CODE: 1618244
PUBLISHER: Global Market Insights Inc. | PRODUCT CODE: 1618244
The Global Industrial Solvents Market, valued at USD 26 billion in 2023, is set to grow at a steady CAGR of 3.6% from 2024 to 2032. The increasing demand for paints, coatings, printing inks, and cosmetics is expected to drive this growth. Industrial solvents play a key role in these sectors, particularly in the formulation of products for dissolving or dispersing various components. In the pharmaceutical industry, solvents are also essential in drug formulation, enhancing their demand. Several factors are driving the growth of the industrial solvents market.
A key factor is the rising demand in the cosmetics industry, where innovative beauty products require effective solvents to enhance performance and stability. In addition, the automotive industry is seeing increased demand for adhesives and sealants that depend on high-quality solvents for optimal adhesion and durability in vehicle manufacturing. Moreover, the expansion of the paints and coatings industry, fueled by increased construction and renovation activities, further supports the demand for solvents, which are essential for achieving desired application properties and finishes. Cosmetics are another key segment driving the growth of the industrial solvents market.
In 2023, the global beauty and cosmetics market was valued at over USD 374 billion. Solvents are widely used in skincare products, offering gentle properties suitable for all skin types. Isopropyl alcohol, derived from the fermentation of sugars and carbohydrates, is commonly used in cleansers and toners. Its ability to minimize skin allergies contributes to the rising demand for industrial solvents in the cosmetics industry.
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Start Year | 2023 |
Forecast Year | 2024-2032 |
Start Value | $26 Billion |
Forecast Value | $35.1 Billion |
CAGR | 3.6% |
Additionally, the growing demand in the automotive sector for adhesives and sealants, which rely on solvents for proper adhesion and durability, is boosting the market. High-quality solvents are critical for ensuring the performance and longevity of modern vehicle components. The oxygenated solvents segment is expected to reach USD 20.8 billion by 2032, with a 3.9% CAGR. Oxygenated solvents, which contain oxygen molecules, are widely used in paints, inks, pharmaceuticals, and cosmetics.
Toluene, for example, is popular in paint formulations due to its excellent dissolving properties and water insolubility. In the U.S., the industrial solvents market is envisioned to reach USD 7.2 billion by 2032, growing at a 5.5% CAGR. The rise in disposable income and customer spending on cosmetic products is driving this regional growth. Solvents are extensively used in cosmetics like creams, sunscreens, and lotions, providing soothing effects and improving skin structure, which further contributes to the expansion of the U.S. industrial solvents market.