| Product Code: ETC12507525 | Publication Date: Apr 2025 | Updated Date: Oct 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Sachin Kumar Rai | No. of Pages: 65 | No. of Figures: 34 | No. of Tables: 19 |
In 2024, China continued to witness significant import shipments of hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, with top exporting countries being the USA, Japan, South Korea, Germany, and Belgium. The market remained concentrated, as indicated by high HHI levels. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2020 to 2024 stood at a steady 4.46%, showcasing sustained market expansion. Furthermore, an impressive growth rate of 12.6% from 2023 to 2024 highlights the increasing demand and opportunities in the hydroxypropyl methylcellulose sector in China.

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 China Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose Market Overview |
3.1 China Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 China Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 China Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 China Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 China Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Product Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 China Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Technology Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 China Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose Market Revenues & Volume Share, By End User, 2021 & 2031F |
3.8 China Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
4 China Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing demand for hydroxypropyl methylcellulose in construction activities in China |
4.2.2 Growing use of hydroxypropyl methylcellulose in pharmaceutical and personal care products |
4.2.3 Favorable government regulations promoting the use of hydroxypropyl methylcellulose in various industries |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Fluctuating prices of raw materials used in the production of hydroxypropyl methylcellulose |
4.3.2 Intense competition from alternative products in the market |
4.3.3 Potential environmental concerns associated with the production and disposal of hydroxypropyl methylcellulose |
5 China Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose Market Trends |
6 China Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose Market, By Types |
6.1 China Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose Market, By Product Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 China Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose Market Revenues & Volume, By Product Type, 2021 - 2031F |
6.1.3 China Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose Market Revenues & Volume, By Pharmaceutical Grade, 2021 - 2031F |
6.1.4 China Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose Market Revenues & Volume, By Food Grade, 2021 - 2031F |
6.1.5 China Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose Market Revenues & Volume, By Industrial Grade, 2021 - 2031F |
6.1.6 China Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose Market Revenues & Volume, By Cosmetic Grade, 2021 - 2031F |
6.1.7 China Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose Market Revenues & Volume, By Coating Grade, 2021 - 2031F |
6.2 China Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose Market, By Technology Type |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 China Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose Market Revenues & Volume, By Etherification Process, 2021 - 2031F |
6.2.3 China Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose Market Revenues & Volume, By Gelation Techniques, 2021 - 2031F |
6.2.4 China Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose Market Revenues & Volume, By Polymerization Methods, 2021 - 2031F |
6.2.5 China Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose Market Revenues & Volume, By Solvent Exchange Method, 2021 - 2031F |
6.2.6 China Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose Market Revenues & Volume, By Heat Treatment Process, 2021 - 2031F |
6.3 China Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose Market, By End User |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 China Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose Market Revenues & Volume, By Drug Manufacturers, 2021 - 2031F |
6.3.3 China Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose Market Revenues & Volume, By Food Industry, 2021 - 2031F |
6.3.4 China Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose Market Revenues & Volume, By Construction Sector, 2021 - 2031F |
6.3.5 China Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose Market Revenues & Volume, By Personal Care Sector, 2021 - 2031F |
6.3.6 China Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose Market Revenues & Volume, By Chemical Industry, 2021 - 2031F |
6.4 China Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose Market, By Application |
6.4.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.4.2 China Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose Market Revenues & Volume, By Tablet Coatings, 2021 - 2031F |
6.4.3 China Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose Market Revenues & Volume, By Emulsifiers, 2021 - 2031F |
6.4.4 China Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose Market Revenues & Volume, By Cement and Mortars, 2021 - 2031F |
6.4.5 China Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose Market Revenues & Volume, By Thickening Agents, 2021 - 2031F |
6.4.6 China Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose Market Revenues & Volume, By Paints and Coatings, 2021 - 2031F |
7 China Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 China Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 China Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 China Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Percentage of construction projects in China utilizing hydroxypropyl methylcellulose |
8.2 Number of new product developments using hydroxypropyl methylcellulose in pharmaceutical and personal care sectors |
8.3 Compliance rate with government regulations on the use of hydroxypropyl methylcellulose in different industries |
9 China Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 China Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose Market Opportunity Assessment, By Product Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 China Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose Market Opportunity Assessment, By Technology Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.3 China Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose Market Opportunity Assessment, By End User, 2021 & 2031F |
9.4 China Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
10 China Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 China Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 China Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |
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