Global Butene-1 Market Size By Type (Polyethylene Comonomer, Polybutene-1, Valeraldehyde, 1, 2-Butylene Oxide), By Geographic Scope And Forecast

Butene-1 Market Size And Forecast

Butene-1 Market size was valued at USD 681.54 Million in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 976.67 Million by 2032, growing at a CAGR of 4.6% from 2026 to 2032

Since there is an increasing need for plastic in many different applications worldwide, there will likely be a significant increase in the demand for polyethylene. Since 1-butene primarily produces polyethylene (LLDPE and HDPE), the Butene-1 Market is also anticipated to grow. The Global Butene-1 Market report provides a holistic evaluation of the market. The report offers a comprehensive analysis of key segments, trends, drivers, restraints, competitive landscape, and factors playing a substantial role in the market.

Global Butene-1 Market Definition

The organic compound butene-1, which belongs to the alpha-olefin family, is a colorless, flammable gas. There are several ways to make 1-butene, including dehydrogenation of butane and ethylene, dimerization of ethylene, and the crude stream of C4 hydrocarbons and natural gas from refineries. 1-Butene is subsequently collected and transported as compressed liquefied gas.

The use of butane -1 as a co-monomer in the production of high-density polyethylene (HDPE) and linear low-density polyethylene (LLDPE), which are used to make toys, containers, pipes, bags, and other types of non-food packaging, as well as high-tear-strength resins for polyethylene/polypropylene, is significant. Valeraldehyde, polybutene, butadiene, butylene oxide, maleic anhydride, secondary butyl alcohol (SBA), and methyl ethyl ketone (MEK) are products made from 1-butene. Additionally, 1-butene is a precursor in synthesizing plasticizers, antioxidants, corrosion inhibitors, herbicides, and additives for hydraulic and lubricating lubricants.

Global Butene-1 Market Overview

Since there is an increasing need for plastic in many different applications worldwide, there will likely be a significant increase in the demand for polyethylene. Since 1-butene primarily produces polyethylene (LLDPE and HDPE), the Butene-1 Market is also anticipated to grow. In addition, polyethylene made from other co-monomers like octane-1 and hexane-1 exhibits the polymer's developed properties compared to polyethylene made from 1-butene, which may result in a modest decline in market share.

However, the preference for production with favorable economics mitigates the market since 1-butene has a lower cost. Despite having many uses, polyethylene is non-biodegradable and has disposal problems. Hence the government promotes recycling plastic waste. Although such a breakdown cannot be easy given that new technologies are being researched and developed to produce bio-degradable polyethylene, which will create a significant opportunity for the manufacturers, this could eventually lead to the breakdown of the polyethylene market, which could have an impact on the market for 1-Butene.

Global Butene-1 Market Segmentation Analysis

The Global Butene-1 Market is Segmented on the basis of Type and Geography.

Butene-1 Market, By Type

• Polyethylene Comonomer
• Polybutene-1
• Valeraldehyde

1, 2-butylene oxide

• Others

Based on Type, the market is segmented into Polyethylene Comonomer, Polybutene-1, Valeraldehyde, 1, 2-butylene oxide, and Others. Polybutene-1 will hold the larger market share as it is used as a plasticizer, lubricant, and sealant in many industries, including automotive, consumer goods, as well as industrial applications. It is also used in adhesives, coatings, caulks, sealants, and in the production of rubber products.

Butene-1 Market, By Geography

• North America
• Europe
• Asia Pacific
• Latin America
• Middle East and Africa

Based on Regional Analysis, the Butene-1 Market is classified into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, the Middle East and Africa. In terms of volume, Asia Pacific was the largest regional market, and it will continue to grow at the quickest CAGR between 2023 and 2030. The demand for automotive products is anticipated to soar in the region, which is projected to fuel product growth throughout the forecast period. Because of their increasing auto manufacturing, China, India, and Japan are among the top consumers of butene-1 in the Asia Pacific region.

Key Players

The "Global Butene-1 Market" study report will provide valuable insight with an emphasis on the global market including some of the major players such as SABIC, LyondellBasell Industries, Lorestan Petrochemical Co, Jam Petrochemical Company, Evonik Industries, Bangkok Synthetics Co., Ltd, Daelim, TPC Group, Shell Chemical, Exxon Mobil Corporation.

Our market analysis also entails a section solely dedicated to such major players wherein our analysts provide an insight into the financial statements of all the major players, along with its product benchmarking and SWOT analysis. The competitive landscape section also includes key development strategies, market share, and market ranking analysis of the above-mentioned players.

• Ace Matrix Analysis
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• Market Attractiveness
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