PUBLISHER: QYResearch | PRODUCT CODE: 1860028
PUBLISHER: QYResearch | PRODUCT CODE: 1860028
The global market for Glyoxal was estimated to be worth US$ 338 million in 2024 and is forecast to a readjusted size of US$ 426 million by 2031 with a CAGR of 3.4% during the forecast period 2025-2031.
This report provides a comprehensive assessment of recent tariff adjustments and international strategic countermeasures on Glyoxal cross-border industrial footprints, capital allocation patterns, regional economic interdependencies, and supply chain reconfigurations.
Glyoxal is a versatile dialdehyde chemical with the molecular formula C2H2O2, widely utilized as a crosslinking agent, intermediate, and biocide in various industrial applications. It is primarily produced in liquid form, typically as a 40% aqueous solution, and is valued for its high reactivity with hydroxyl and amino groups. Glyoxal finds extensive applications in the textile, paper, leather, and chemical industries, where it functions as a resin crosslinker, sizing agent, and disinfectant. Its strong aldehyde functionality allows it to improve the dimensional stability, durability, and performance of end products. In 2024, global glyoxal production is estimated at around 400 kilotons, with an average market price of approximately USD 900 per metric ton. Leading global suppliers include BASF, DyStar, WeylChem Group, Amzole, and a number of Chinese producers such as Hubei Hongyuan, Taicang Guangze Chemical, Hubei Shunhui Bio-technology, Jin Yimeng, Zhonglan Industry, and Run Quan Chem.
The upstream supply of glyoxal primarily involves the oxidation of ethylene glycol or acetaldehyde under controlled conditions, often using metal catalysts. Major raw material suppliers are chemical producers of acetaldehyde and ethylene glycol, including large petrochemical companies. Downstream, glyoxal is supplied to a diverse range of industrial users, typically through distributors or direct contracts with large consumers. Key downstream customers include Aarti Drugs, ARCHROMA, Astro Chemical, Clariant, and Solenis. Procurement characteristics vary depending on end-use applications: in the textile and paper industries, glyoxal is often purchased in bulk as a 40% aqueous solution to ensure cost efficiency and compatibility with existing production processes. In the specialty chemical and pharmaceutical sectors, customers often require high-purity grades with precise concentration control and consistent supply, leading to long-term contracts with established suppliers.
The global glyoxal market is experiencing steady growth driven by expanding applications in the textile and paper industries, coupled with rising demand for water treatment chemicals and agricultural formulations. Environmental regulations are shaping market dynamics, as glyoxal offers a more environmentally friendly alternative to formaldehyde-based crosslinkers. Asia-Pacific remains the largest regional market, primarily due to the concentration of textile manufacturing in countries such as China, India, and Bangladesh. Europe and North America continue to maintain stable demand, especially in high-value applications such as specialty chemicals, coatings, and pharmaceuticals. Market trends indicate increasing consolidation among producers, investment in high-purity glyoxal production lines, and a focus on sustainable and bio-based feedstocks. Prices have remained relatively stable in recent years, influenced by raw material costs and regional demand fluctuations. In summary, glyoxal represents a critical industrial intermediate with a well-established supply chain, a broad spectrum of downstream users, and a market trajectory supported by both traditional applications and emerging sustainable technologies.
This report aims to provide a comprehensive presentation of the global market for Glyoxal, focusing on the total sales volume, sales revenue, price, key companies market share and ranking, together with an analysis of Glyoxal by region & country, by Type, and by Application.
The Glyoxal market size, estimations, and forecasts are provided in terms of sales volume (K MT) and sales revenue ($ millions), considering 2024 as the base year, with history and forecast data for the period from 2020 to 2031. With both quantitative and qualitative analysis, to help readers develop business/growth strategies, assess the market competitive situation, analyze their position in the current marketplace, and make informed business decisions regarding Glyoxal.
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Chapter Outline
Chapter 1: Introduces the report scope of the report, global total market size (value, volume and price). This chapter also provides the market dynamics, latest developments of the market, the driving factors and restrictive factors of the market, the challenges and risks faced by manufacturers in the industry, and the analysis of relevant policies in the industry.
Chapter 2: Detailed analysis of Glyoxal manufacturers competitive landscape, price, sales and revenue market share, latest development plan, merger, and acquisition information, etc.
Chapter 3: Provides the analysis of various market segments by Type, covering the market size and development potential of each market segment, to help readers find the blue ocean market in different market segments.
Chapter 4: Provides the analysis of various market segments by Application, covering the market size and development potential of each market segment, to help readers find the blue ocean market in different downstream markets.
Chapter 5: Sales, revenue of Glyoxal in regional level. It provides a quantitative analysis of the market size and development potential of each region and introduces the market development, future development prospects, market space, and market size of each country in the world.
Chapter 6: Sales, revenue of Glyoxal in country level. It provides sigmate data by Type, and by Application for each country/region.
Chapter 7: Provides profiles of key players, introducing the basic situation of the main companies in the market in detail, including product sales, revenue, price, gross margin, product introduction, recent development, etc.
Chapter 8: Analysis of industrial chain, including the upstream and downstream of the industry.
Chapter 9: Conclusion.