| Product Code: ETC10221957 | Publication Date: Apr 2025 | Updated Date: Oct 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | No. of Pages: 65 | No. of Figures: 34 | No. of Tables: 19 | |
China propylene glycol technical import market saw a significant shift in 2024, with top exporting countries being Thailand, South Korea, USA, Saudi Arabia, and Singapore. The market experienced a sharp increase in concentration, with a very high Herfindahl-Hirschman Index (HHI). The industry displayed a negative Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of -5.68% from 2020 to 2024, and a further decline in growth rate of -10.01% from 2023 to 2024. This data suggests a challenging landscape for propylene glycol technical imports in China, with potential implications for market dynamics and competition among key players.

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 Propylene Glycol Technical Market Overview |
3.1 China Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 China Propylene Glycol Technical Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 China Propylene Glycol Technical Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 China Propylene Glycol Technical Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 China Propylene Glycol Technical Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 China Propylene Glycol Technical Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 China Propylene Glycol Technical Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Purity, 2021 & 2031F |
3.8 China Propylene Glycol Technical Market Revenues & Volume Share, By End Use, 2021 & 2031F |
3.9 China Propylene Glycol Technical Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Distribution, 2021 & 2031F |
4 China Propylene Glycol Technical Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing demand for propylene glycol in various industries such as pharmaceuticals, food and beverage, cosmetics, and automotive. |
4.2.2 Growth in the manufacturing sector in China, leading to higher consumption of propylene glycol in industrial processes. |
4.2.3 Rising awareness about the benefits of propylene glycol as a safe and versatile chemical compound. |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Fluctuating prices of raw materials used in the production of propylene glycol, impacting profit margins. |
4.3.2 Stringent government regulations related to environmental and health concerns, leading to compliance challenges for manufacturers. |
4.3.3 Competition from alternative chemicals with similar properties, affecting market share and pricing. |
5 China Propylene Glycol Technical Market Trends |
6 China Propylene Glycol Technical Market, By Types |
6.1 China Propylene Glycol Technical Market, By Application |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 China Propylene Glycol Technical Market Revenues & Volume, By Application, 2021 - 2031F |
6.1.3 China Propylene Glycol Technical Market Revenues & Volume, By Industrial, 2021 - 2031F |
6.1.4 China Propylene Glycol Technical Market Revenues & Volume, By Consumer Goods, 2021 - 2031F |
6.1.5 China Propylene Glycol Technical Market Revenues & Volume, By Pharmaceuticals, 2021 - 2031F |
6.2 China Propylene Glycol Technical Market, By Type |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 China Propylene Glycol Technical Market Revenues & Volume, By Food Grade, 2021 - 2031F |
6.2.3 China Propylene Glycol Technical Market Revenues & Volume, By Technical Grade, 2021 - 2031F |
6.2.4 China Propylene Glycol Technical Market Revenues & Volume, By Propylene-based, 2021 - 2031F |
6.3 China Propylene Glycol Technical Market, By Purity |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 China Propylene Glycol Technical Market Revenues & Volume, By USP Grade, 2021 - 2031F |
6.3.3 China Propylene Glycol Technical Market Revenues & Volume, By Pharmaceutical Grade, 2021 - 2031F |
6.3.4 China Propylene Glycol Technical Market Revenues & Volume, By High Purity, 2021 - 2031F |
6.4 China Propylene Glycol Technical Market, By End Use |
6.4.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.4.2 China Propylene Glycol Technical Market Revenues & Volume, By Pharmaceuticals, 2021 - 2031F |
6.4.3 China Propylene Glycol Technical Market Revenues & Volume, By Cosmetics, 2021 - 2031F |
6.4.4 China Propylene Glycol Technical Market Revenues & Volume, By Automotive, 2021 - 2031F |
6.5 China Propylene Glycol Technical Market, By Distribution |
6.5.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.5.2 China Propylene Glycol Technical Market Revenues & Volume, By Bulk, 2021 - 2031F |
6.5.3 China Propylene Glycol Technical Market Revenues & Volume, By Packaged, 2021 - 2031F |
7 China Propylene Glycol Technical Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 China Propylene Glycol Technical Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 China Propylene Glycol Technical Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 China Propylene Glycol Technical Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Production capacity utilization rate: Indicates how efficiently manufacturers are utilizing their production capacity, reflecting potential growth opportunities. |
8.2 Research and development investment: Reflects the level of innovation and product development in the market, crucial for sustaining competitiveness and growth. |
8.3 Export volume to key markets: Demonstrates the market's penetration and competitiveness in international markets, indicating market strength and potential for expansion. |
9 China Propylene Glycol Technical Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 China Propylene Glycol Technical Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 China Propylene Glycol Technical Market Opportunity Assessment, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.3 China Propylene Glycol Technical Market Opportunity Assessment, By Purity, 2021 & 2031F |
9.4 China Propylene Glycol Technical Market Opportunity Assessment, By End Use, 2021 & 2031F |
9.5 China Propylene Glycol Technical Market Opportunity Assessment, By Distribution, 2021 & 2031F |
10 China Propylene Glycol Technical Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 China Propylene Glycol Technical Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 China Propylene Glycol Technical Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |
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