| Product Code: ETC5358732 | Publication Date: Nov 2023 | Updated Date: Nov 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Bhawna Singh | No. of Pages: 60 | No. of Figures: 30 | No. of Tables: 5 |
El Salvador`s propylene glycol import market in 2024 saw significant contributions from top exporters including the USA, Germany, China, South Korea, and Guatemala. Despite high concentration with a high Herfindahl-Hirschman Index (HHI), the market demonstrated strong growth with a CAGR of 12.67% from 2020 to 2024. However, a slight decline was observed in the growth rate from 2023 to 2024 at -14.5%. This data suggests a competitive landscape and potential shifts in market dynamics that importers and stakeholders should closely monitor for strategic decision-making.

By 2027, the Propylene Glycol market in El Salvador is anticipated to reach a growth rate of 8.01%, as part of an increasingly competitive Latin America region, where Brazil remains at the forefront, supported by Mexico, Argentina, Colombia and Chile, driving innovations and market adoption across sectors.

The propylene glycol market in El Salvador is expanding due to its use in various industries, including food and beverages, pharmaceuticals, and cosmetics. Propylene glycol serves as a stabilizer, solvent, and humectant, making it an essential ingredient in many products. As consumer demand for these products grows, the propylene glycol market is expected to continue to grow.
The propylene glycol market in El Salvador is growing, driven by its wide range of applications in industries such as food and beverages, pharmaceuticals, and cosmetics. Propylene glycol is used as an emulsifier, stabilizer, and solvent, making it a key ingredient in various consumer products. As demand for these products increases in El Salvador, particularly in the food and pharmaceutical industries, the propylene glycol market is expanding as well.
The propylene glycol market in El Salvador faces challenges related to the limited local production capacity, as most propylene glycol is imported from other countries. This reliance on imports exposes the market to global price fluctuations and supply chain disruptions. The demand for propylene glycol, particularly in industries such as pharmaceuticals, food processing, and cosmetics, is still developing, limiting market growth. Additionally, there are environmental concerns related to the production and disposal of propylene glycol, which may result in regulatory challenges for manufacturers.
The propylene glycol market in El Salvador is shaped by government policies that focus on industrial development, healthcare, and food safety. The government promotes the use of propylene glycol in food and beverage applications as a safe and efficient additive. Additionally, regulations that encourage the use of propylene glycol in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and industrial applications drive demand. Government incentives for the development of chemical industries, along with the focus on improving public health standards and ensuring the safety of food products, contribute to the expansion of the propylene glycol market in El Salvador.
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 El Salvador Propylene Glycol Market Overview |
3.1 El Salvador Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 El Salvador Propylene Glycol Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 El Salvador Propylene Glycol Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 El Salvador Propylene Glycol Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 El Salvador Propylene Glycol Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
4 El Salvador Propylene Glycol Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing awareness about the benefits of using propylene glycol in various industries |
4.2.2 Growing demand for propylene glycol in the food and beverage sector for its use as a food additive |
4.2.3 Rising adoption of propylene glycol as a solvent in pharmaceuticals and personal care products |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Fluctuating prices of raw materials used in the production of propylene glycol |
4.3.2 Stringent regulations related to the usage of propylene glycol in certain applications |
4.3.3 Competition from alternative products in the market |
5 El Salvador Propylene Glycol Market Trends |
6 El Salvador Propylene Glycol Market Segmentations |
6.1 El Salvador Propylene Glycol Market, By Application |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 El Salvador Propylene Glycol Market Revenues & Volume, By Unsaturated Polyester Resins,? Functional Fluids,? Food, Drug, and Cosmetics,? Liquid Detergent,? Paints and Coating,? Others, 2021-2031F |
7 El Salvador Propylene Glycol Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 El Salvador Propylene Glycol Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 El Salvador Propylene Glycol Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 El Salvador Propylene Glycol Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Percentage of market penetration in key industries |
8.2 Growth rate of propylene glycol consumption in El Salvador |
8.3 Number of new product launches containing propylene glycol in the market |
9 El Salvador Propylene Glycol Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 El Salvador Propylene Glycol Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
10 El Salvador Propylene Glycol Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 El Salvador Propylene Glycol Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 El Salvador Propylene Glycol Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations | 13 Disclaimer |