Product Code: ETC416928 | Publication Date: Oct 2022 | Updated Date: Aug 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Shubham Padhi | No. of Pages: 75 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 20 |
The Egypt Propylene Glycol Market is projected to witness mixed growth rate patterns during 2025 to 2029. From 9.30% in 2025, the growth rate steadily ascends to 12.36% in 2029.
Propylene glycol is a versatile chemical used in Egypts food, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals industries. It acts as a solvent, humectant, and stabilizer in various products. The growth of these end-use industries fuels the demand for propylene glycol, particularly in applications that require a safe and effective ingredient.
The Egypt Propylene Glycol market is driven by the rising demand for propylene glycol in various industries such as food and beverages, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and plastics. As the demand for processed food, personal care products, and medical formulations increases, the need for propylene glycol as a key ingredient is also growing. Additionally, the increasing focus on sustainable and eco-friendly products is boosting the demand for propylene glycol.
The propylene glycol market in Egypt is challenged by high production costs, primarily due to the reliance on imported raw materials. Additionally, there is limited local manufacturing capacity for propylene glycol, leading to a dependence on global supply chains. Regulatory concerns around the chemicals safety in food and pharmaceutical applications, coupled with rising demand for natural alternatives, further constrain the market. Competition from synthetic and bio-based substitutes also adds pressure on market growth.
Government policies supporting the industrial and manufacturing sectors have positively impacted Egypt`s propylene glycol market. The government promotes the use of domestically produced chemicals in cosmetics, food, and pharmaceuticals, aligning with efforts to reduce imports and increase local production.
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 Egypt Propylene Glycol Market Overview |
3.1 Egypt Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Egypt Propylene Glycol Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Egypt Propylene Glycol Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Egypt Propylene Glycol Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Egypt Propylene Glycol Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Egypt Propylene Glycol Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Growing demand for propylene glycol in various industries such as cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and food beverage. |
4.2.2 Increasing awareness about the benefits of propylene glycol as a versatile chemical compound. |
4.2.3 Rise in investments in research and development activities to improve propylene glycol production processes. |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Fluctuations in raw material prices, such as petroleum-based feedstocks. |
4.3.2 Stringent regulations and compliance standards regarding the use and production of propylene glycol. |
4.3.3 Competitive pressure from substitute products in the market. |
5 Egypt Propylene Glycol Market Trends |
6 Egypt Propylene Glycol Market, By Types |
6.1 Egypt Propylene Glycol Market, By Application |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Egypt Propylene Glycol Market Revenues & Volume, By Application, 2021-2031F |
6.1.3 Egypt Propylene Glycol Market Revenues & Volume, By Unsaturated Polyester Resins, Functional Fluids, Food, Drug, and Cosmetics, Liquid Detergent, Paints and Coating, Others, 2021-2031F |
7 Egypt Propylene Glycol Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Egypt Propylene Glycol Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Egypt Propylene Glycol Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Egypt Propylene Glycol Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Average selling price of propylene glycol in the Egyptian market. |
8.2 Percentage of market penetration for propylene glycol across different industries. |
8.3 Number of new product launches or innovations in the propylene glycol market. |
8.4 Growth rate of propylene glycol usage in key end-user industries in Egypt. |
8.5 Percentage of customer satisfaction or retention rate for propylene glycol suppliers in the market. |
9 Egypt Propylene Glycol Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Egypt Propylene Glycol Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Egypt Propylene Glycol Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Egypt Propylene Glycol Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Egypt Propylene Glycol Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |