| Product Code: ETC221768 | Publication Date: Aug 2022 | Updated Date: Oct 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Ravi Bhandari | No. of Pages: 75 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 20 |
Chile`s glycerol import market continues to be dominated by key players such as Argentina, Brazil, Malaysia, Peru, and Germany in 2024. The high concentration of the Herfindahl-Hirschman Index (HHI) seen in 2023 has escalated even further to very high levels in 2024, indicating significant market control by these top exporting countries. Despite a negative compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of -4.88% from 2020 to 2024, the market experienced a substantial decline with a growth rate of -23.38% in 2024 compared to the previous year, reflecting a challenging environment for glycerol imports in Chile.

In Chile, the Glycerol market supplies glycerol, a biodegradable and non-toxic compound used in industries such as pharmaceuticals, food and beverage, cosmetics, and chemicals. Glycerol serves as a solvent, sweetener, and humectant in various applications, offering functional properties such as viscosity control, moisture retention, and thermal stability. Key trends in this market include the production of glycerol from renewable sources, such as biodiesel production, and the development of glycerol derivatives for specialty applications in emerging sectors.
In Chile, the glycerol market is experiencing growth due to factors such as increasing demand for bio-based chemicals and renewable fuels, growing applications in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and food industries, and rising investments in biorefinery infrastructure. Glycerol, a polyol compound derived from fats and oils, serves as a key raw material for producing chemicals such as propylene glycol, glycerol ethers, and glycerol esters, as well as biofuels such as biodiesel and renewable diesel. Moreover, advancements in glycerol conversion technologies, biocatalysts, and fermentation processes are driving innovation and market growth in Chile.
In the Chile glycerol market, one of the main challenges is finding innovative applications for crude glycerol generated as a by-product of biodiesel production. Additionally, addressing concerns related to impurities, quality standards, and market demand fluctuations poses challenges for glycerol producers and end-users in various industries.
Glycerol, a polyol compound, finds applications in various industries, including pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, food and beverage, and personal care, for its moisturizing, emollient, and sweetening properties. Recognizing the versatility and economic value of glycerol in manufacturing and consumer products, the Chile government may implement policies to support its production, distribution, and trade. These policies may include quality standards for glycerol manufacturing, import tariffs and quotas to protect domestic producers, and regulations to ensure product safety and purity. Additionally, the government may encourage research and development initiatives to explore innovative uses and technologies for glycerol utilization.
1 Executive Summary |
2 Introduction |
2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.2 Report Description |
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3 Chile Glycerol Market Overview |
3.1 Chile Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Chile Glycerol Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Chile Glycerol Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Chile Glycerol Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Chile Glycerol Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Source, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Chile Glycerol Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 Chile Glycerol Market Revenues & Volume Share, By End-use, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Chile Glycerol Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing demand for bio-based products in various industries, leading to higher consumption of chile glycerol. |
4.2.2 Growing awareness about the benefits of glycerol in skincare and personal care products, driving the demand for chile glycerol in the cosmetics industry. |
4.2.3 Favorable government regulations promoting the use of bio-based and sustainable products, creating opportunities for the chile glycerol market. |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Fluctuating prices of raw materials impacting the overall production cost of chile glycerol. |
4.3.2 Limited availability of chile glycerol due to seasonal variations in chile production, leading to supply constraints. |
4.3.3 Competition from synthetic glycerol and other bio-based alternatives affecting the market growth of chile glycerol. |
5 Chile Glycerol Market Trends |
6 Chile Glycerol Market, By Types |
6.1 Chile Glycerol Market, By Source |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Chile Glycerol Market Revenues & Volume, By Source, 2021-2031F |
6.1.3 Chile Glycerol Market Revenues & Volume, By Biodiesel, 2021-2031F |
6.1.4 Chile Glycerol Market Revenues & Volume, By Fatty Alcohols, 2021-2031F |
6.1.5 Chile Glycerol Market Revenues & Volume, By Fatty Acids, 2021-2031F |
6.1.6 Chile Glycerol Market Revenues & Volume, By Soap, 2021-2031F |
6.2 Chile Glycerol Market, By Type |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Chile Glycerol Market Revenues & Volume, By Crude, 2021-2031F |
6.2.3 Chile Glycerol Market Revenues & Volume, By Refined, 2021-2031F |
6.3 Chile Glycerol Market, By End-use |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 Chile Glycerol Market Revenues & Volume, By Food & Beverage, 2021-2031F |
6.3.3 Chile Glycerol Market Revenues & Volume, By Pharmaceutical, 2021-2031F |
6.3.4 Chile Glycerol Market Revenues & Volume, By Nutraceutical , 2021-2031F |
6.3.5 Chile Glycerol Market Revenues & Volume, By Personal Care & Cosmetics, 2021-2031F |
6.3.6 Chile Glycerol Market Revenues & Volume, By Industrial, 2021-2031F |
6.3.7 Chile Glycerol Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021-2031F |
7 Chile Glycerol Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Chile Glycerol Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Chile Glycerol Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Chile Glycerol Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Percentage of chile glycerol in the total glycerol market. |
8.2 Number of new product launches containing chile glycerol. |
8.3 Research and development investments in chile glycerol technology and applications. |
9 Chile Glycerol Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Chile Glycerol Market Opportunity Assessment, By Source, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Chile Glycerol Market Opportunity Assessment, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.3 Chile Glycerol Market Opportunity Assessment, By End-use, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Chile Glycerol Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Chile Glycerol Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Chile Glycerol Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |