Global White Oil Market Demand & Forecast Analysis, 2018-2034

Description

White oil is a colorless and odorless mixture of hydrocarbons, primarily consisting of alkanes and cycloalkanes with an average carbon chain length ranging from C14 to C45. Also known by names such as mineral oil, paraffin oil, liquid paraffin, and liquid petroleum, white oil has a long history of commercial use spanning over a century.

Base oils are classified by the American Petroleum Institute (API) into five groups (Group 1 through Group 5), based primarily on their viscosity index and degree of saturation. Groups 1 to 3 have viscosity indices between 80 and 120, differentiated by their saturation levels: Group 1 contains less than 90% saturated hydrocarbons, Group 2 contains 90% or more, and Group 3 exceeds 90% saturation with further refining. White oils typically fall under Groups 1, 2, or 3, as their viscosity and composition align with these categories. In contrast, Groups 4 and 5 encompass synthetic oils such as Polyalphaolefin (PAO) and other advanced formulations.

Production Process

White oil is produced through vacuum distillation of base oils followed by several refining and treatment processes including solvent extraction, hydrocracking, catalytic or solvent dewaxing, and hydrofinishing. These processes improve the oil's purity and stability. Additionally, white oils undergo sweetening (odor neutralization) and decolorization to achieve their characteristic clarity and odorless nature, which are critical for applications in sensitive industries.

Market Capacity and Key Players

As of 2024, the global white oil production capacity was over 3,200 kilo tons. According to Prismane Consulting's capacity database, this figure is projected to exceed 3,900 kilo tons by 2034, driven capacity expansions in the Asia Pacific region. Over half of the current global white oil production capacity is concentrated in China, followed by the United States and India. Major market participants include Calumet, Sonneborn, Chevron, ExxonMobil, Shell, Petro Canada, H&R, and Apar.

Demand Trends and Growth Drivers

Global white oil demand was estimated to be around 2,650 kilo tons in 2024 and is forecasted to grow at a compound annual growth rate of 4% over the long term. This growth is supported by a variety of factors, including rapid urbanization, evolving consumer lifestyles, population expansion, technological advancements, and increasingly stringent regulatory standards, especially concerning product safety and environmental impact.

The Asia Pacific region stands out as both the largest producer and consumer of white oil and is estimated to maintain its dominance through the forecast period. This growth is largely attributed to the region's robust pharmaceutical and personal care sectors. China is the largest market in the region and is projected to exhibit strong demand growth.

1. Introduction

Scope
Market Coverage
- Application
- Regions
- Countries
Years Considered
- Historical - 2018 - 2023
- Base - 2024
- Forecast Period - 2025 - 2034
Research Methodology
- Approach
- Research Methodology
- Prismane Consulting Market Models
- Assumptions & Limitations
- Abbreviations & Definitions
- Conversion Factors
- Data Sources

2. Market Synopsis

Market Evolution
Demand-Supply Overview
Industry Structure
Strategic Issues
End-use Trends
Growth Forecast

3. Economic & Energy Outlook

GDP and Demographics
Monetary & Fiscal Policies
Crude Oil Production and prices
Natural Gas
Electricity Prices

4. End-use Sector Performance

Pharma
Food
Polymer
Personal Care & Cosmetic
Others

5. Capacity (Plants & Projects) Analysis

Capacity, by Company
Capacity, by Country and by Region
Capacity Overview, By Region and Country

6. Introduction to White Oil and Market Overview

Product Description
Grades & Properties
Raw Material
Manufacturing Process
Environmental Issues
Value Chain
Applications

7. Market Dynamics and Industry Trends

Market Dynamics
- Drivers
- Restraints
- Opportunities
- Challenges

8. Global White Oil Demand-Supply Analysis, By Application (Volume, Value) (2018 - 2034)

Strategic Issues
Demand-Supply Analysis and Forecast (2018 - 2034)
- Capacity
- Capacity Utilization (%)
- Production
- Net Trade
- Demand
- Demand Growth Rate (%)
- Driving Force Analysis
- Global White Oil Market, By Application
Cosmetic
Polystyrene
Pharmaceuticals
Food
Others

9. Demand-Supply Analysis and Market Review, By Region, By Country (Volume, Value), (2018 - 2034)

Strategic Issues
Capacity
Capacity Utilization (%)
Production
Net Trade
Demand
Demand Growth Rate (%)
White Oil Market, By Application

Note: Demand-Supply Analysis has been provided for all major Regions / Countries as mentioned below. The demand (consumption) split by application has been provided for each of the countries / regions in Volume (Kilo tons) and Value (USD Million).

North America
USA
Canada
Mexico
Western Europe
Germany
France
Italy
United Kingdom
Spain
Rest of Western Europe
Central & Eastern Europe
Russia
Poland
Rest of Central & Eastern Europe
Asia-Pacific
China
Japan
India
South Korea
Rest of Asia-Pacific
Central & South America
Middle East & Africa

Note: CAGR will be calculated for all application to arrive at the regional / global Demand-Supply growth for the forecast period (2025 - 2034)

10. Pricing Analysis

Average White Oil Prices, USD/Kg
Average prices, by region
Price Forecast

11. Key Strategic Issues

12. Business Opportunity Assessment

Market Attractiveness Assessment
Prospective & Target Market Study

13. Strategic Recommendation & Suggestions

14. Company Analysis

White Oil Manufacturers Profiles/ Company Analysis
- Basic Details
- Headquarter, Key Markets
- Ownership
- Company Financial
- Manufacturing Bases
- Global Turnover
- Total Employee
- Product Portfolio / Services / Solutions
- Key Business Strategies adopted and Prismane Consulting Overview
- Recent Developments
- Companies Covered -
Exxonmobil Corporation
Sinopec
Apar Industries
Hansen und Rosenthal
Total Industries
Shell PLC
HollyFrontier Corporation
Formosa Petrochemical Corporation
Seojin Chemical
S-Oil
HPCL
Fuchs Group
Calumet Specialty Products Partners
Other Manufacturers

Note: This section includes company information, company financials, manufacturing bases and operating regions. Company financials have been mentioned only for those companies where financials were available in SEC Filings, annual reports, or company websites. All the reported financials in this report are in U.S. Dollars. Financials reported in other currencies have been converted using average currency conversion rates. Company profiles may include manufacturers, suppliers, and distributors.

15. Appendices

Demand-Supply - Regions
Demand-Supply - Countries
Capacities, 2018-2034