| Product Code: ETC5015729 | Publication Date: Nov 2023 | Updated Date: Sep 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Sachin Kumar Rai | No. of Pages: 60 | No. of Figures: 30 | No. of Tables: 5 |
The Ethiopia Glycerol Market is projected to witness mixed growth rate patterns during 2025 to 2029. Starting at 12.16% in 2025, the market peaks at 13.29% in 2028, and settles at 13.15% by 2029.

The Ethiopia Glycerol Market is growing, driven by its use in pharmaceuticals, personal care products, and food industries. Glycerol is used as a humectant and solvent, and as the demand for quality personal care products and pharmaceuticals rises in Ethiopia, the glycerol market is set to expand.
The glycerol market in Ethiopia is experiencing growth due to its wide use in industries such as pharmaceuticals, food processing, and cosmetics. Glycerol is used as a humectant, solvent, and emulsifier in a range of products, and with increasing demand for personal care products and health supplements, the market for glycerol is expanding. Additionally, its use in manufacturing bio-based products is also driving the market.
The Ethiopia Glycerol Market struggles with limited local production and a high dependence on imports, leading to high product costs. Additionally, the lack of awareness about glycerol`s applications in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and food products hampers the market`s growth potential.
The Ethiopian government`s focus on the chemical industry and enhancing local production capabilities will support the demand for glycerol. Policies aimed at improving industrial output and increasing the production of pharmaceuticals and personal care products will create opportunities for growth in the glycerol market.
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 Ethiopia Glycerol Market Overview |
3.1 Ethiopia Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Ethiopia Glycerol Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Ethiopia Glycerol Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Ethiopia Glycerol Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Ethiopia Glycerol Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Source, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Ethiopia Glycerol Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 Ethiopia Glycerol Market Revenues & Volume Share, By End-use, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Ethiopia Glycerol Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing demand for natural and sustainable ingredients in various industries such as cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and food beverages. |
4.2.2 Growing awareness about the benefits of glycerol in personal care products and pharmaceutical formulations. |
4.2.3 Government initiatives to promote the production and use of bio-based products, including glycerol. |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Fluctuations in raw material prices, such as vegetable oils and fats, which are key sources of glycerol production. |
4.3.2 Lack of standardized regulations and quality control measures in the glycerol market. |
4.3.3 Competition from synthetic substitutes and alternative ingredients in end-user industries. |
5 Ethiopia Glycerol Market Trends |
6 Ethiopia Glycerol Market Segmentations |
6.1 Ethiopia Glycerol Market, By Source |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Ethiopia Glycerol Market Revenues & Volume, By Biodiesel, 2021-2031F |
6.1.3 Ethiopia Glycerol Market Revenues & Volume, By Fatty Alcohols, 2021-2031F |
6.1.4 Ethiopia Glycerol Market Revenues & Volume, By Fatty Acids, 2021-2031F |
6.1.5 Ethiopia Glycerol Market Revenues & Volume, By Soap, 2021-2031F |
6.2 Ethiopia Glycerol Market, By Type |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Ethiopia Glycerol Market Revenues & Volume, By Crude, 2021-2031F |
6.2.3 Ethiopia Glycerol Market Revenues & Volume, By Refined, 2021-2031F |
6.3 Ethiopia Glycerol Market, By End-use |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 Ethiopia Glycerol Market Revenues & Volume, By Food & Beverage, 2021-2031F |
6.3.3 Ethiopia Glycerol Market Revenues & Volume, By Pharmaceutical, 2021-2031F |
6.3.4 Ethiopia Glycerol Market Revenues & Volume, By Nutraceutical , 2021-2031F |
6.3.5 Ethiopia Glycerol Market Revenues & Volume, By Personal Care & Cosmetics, 2021-2031F |
6.3.6 Ethiopia Glycerol Market Revenues & Volume, By Industrial, 2021-2031F |
6.3.7 Ethiopia Glycerol Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021-2031F |
7 Ethiopia Glycerol Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Ethiopia Glycerol Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Ethiopia Glycerol Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Ethiopia Glycerol Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Percentage of glycerol production derived from sustainable and environmentally friendly sources. |
8.2 Number of new product launches incorporating glycerol as a key ingredient in the market. |
8.3 Research and development expenditure allocated to enhancing the quality and purity of glycerol products. |
9 Ethiopia Glycerol Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Ethiopia Glycerol Market Opportunity Assessment, By Source, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Ethiopia Glycerol Market Opportunity Assessment, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.3 Ethiopia Glycerol Market Opportunity Assessment, By End-use, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Ethiopia Glycerol Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Ethiopia Glycerol Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Ethiopia Glycerol Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations | 13 Disclaimer |