PUBLISHER: Polaris Market Research | PRODUCT CODE: 1762421
PUBLISHER: Polaris Market Research | PRODUCT CODE: 1762421
The global catalyst market size is expected to reach USD 50.02 billion by 2034, according to a new study by Polaris Market Research. The report "Catalyst Market Size, Share, Trends, Industry Analysis Report: By Product (Heterogeneous Catalyst and Homogeneous Catalyst), By Raw Material, By Process, By Application, and By Region - Market Forecast, 2025-2034" gives a detailed insight into current market dynamics and provides analysis on future market growth.
Catalysts are substances that accelerate chemical reactions without being consumed in the process, making them essential for improving efficiency, reducing energy consumption, and enabling sustainable production processes. The global catalyst market has been experiencing steady growth, driven by increasing demand for cleaner fuels, stringent environmental regulations, and advancements in catalyst technologies. Catalysts are broadly categorized into heterogeneous catalysts and homogeneous catalysts.
Governments and regulatory bodies worldwide are imposing strict emission standards to curb pollution, compelling industries to adopt cleaner production methods. For instance, the Euro VI and EPA Tier 3 standards mandate lower sulfur content in fuels, driving the demand for hydroprocessing catalysts in refineries. Additionally, the shift toward renewable energy sources has amplified the need for catalysts in biofuel production.
In terms of product, the heterogeneous catalyst segment dominated the global catalyst market share in 2024 due to its broad industrial applicability, operational efficiency, and ease of separation from reaction mixtures.
The homogeneous catalysts segment is expected to grow at a robust pace in the coming years, owing to its superior selectivity and efficiency in fine chemical and pharmaceutical synthesis.
Based on process, the recycling segment accounted for a major market share in 2024 due to its cost-effectiveness, regulatory compliance, and the growing emphasis on sustainable industrial practices.
Asia Pacific accounted for a major share of the global market in 2024 due to rapid industrialization, expanding petrochemical capacity, and increasing demand from the automotive and refining sectors.
The market in North America is expected to expand at a robust pace in the coming years, owing to the rigorous environmental regulations and the strong automotive and industrial base.
A few of the global key market players are Albemarle Corporation, Arkema, Axens, BASF SE, Clariant, Evonik Industries AG, Exxon Mobil Corporation, Haldor Topsoe A/S, Johnson Matthey, LyondellBasell Industries Holdings B.V., The Dow Chemical Company, Umicore, W. R. Grace & Co.-Conn., and Zeolyst International.
Polaris Market Research has segmented the catalyst market report based on product, raw material, process, application, and region:
By Product Outlook (Revenue, USD Billion, 2020-2034)
Heterogeneous Catalyst
Homogeneous Catalyst
By Raw Material Outlook (Revenue, USD Billion, 2020-2034)
Chemical Compounds
Peroxides
Acids
Amines & Others
Metals
Precious Metals
Base Metals
Zeolites
Others
By Process Outlook (Revenue, USD Billion, 2020-2034)
Recycling
Regeneration
Rejuvenation
By Application Outlook (Revenue, USD Billion, 2020-2034)
Petroleum Refining
Fluid Catalytic Cracking (FCC)
Alkylation Catalysts
Hydro Processing Catalysts
Catalytic Reforming
Others
Chemical Synthesis
Polyolefins
Catalytic Oxidation
Hydrogenation Catalysts
Others
Polymer Catalysis
Ziegler Natta
Reaction Initiator
Single Site
Others
Environmental
Light Duty Vehicles
Heavy Duty Vehicles
Others
By Regional Outlook (Revenue, USD Billion, 2020-2034)
North America
US
Canada
Europe
Germany
France
UK
Italy
Spain
Netherlands
Russia
Rest of Europe
Asia Pacific
China
Japan
India
Malaysia
South Korea
Indonesia
Australia
Rest of Asia Pacific
Middle East & Africa
Saudi Arabia
UAE
Israel
South Africa
Rest of Middle East & Africa
Latin America
Mexico
Brazil
Argentina
Rest of Latin America