India Lubricant Additives Market (2025-2031) Outlook | Forecast, Companies, Growth, Analysis, Trends, Industry, Revenue, Value, Size & Share

Market Forecast By Type (Dispersants, Viscosity Index Improvers, Detergents, Anti-wear Agents, Antioxidants, Corrosion Inhibitors, Friction Modifiers, Emulsifiers), By Application (Automotive, Industrial) And Competitive Landscape
Product Code: ETC4484785 Publication Date: Jul 2023 Updated Date: Nov 2025 Product Type: Report
Publisher: 6Wresearch Author: Ravi Bhandari No. of Pages: 85 No. of Figures: 45 No. of Tables: 25

India Lubricant Additives Market Top 5 Importing Countries and Market Competition (HHI) Analysis

In 2024, India saw significant lubricant additives import shipments, with top exporters being Singapore, USA, Metropolitan France, Belgium, and Japan. The high Herfindahl-Hirschman Index (HHI) indicates a concentrated market. Despite a slight decline in growth rate from 2023 to 2024, the Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) for 2020-24 stood strong at 15.96%. This data suggests a continued reliance on imports for lubricant additives in India, with key countries playing a vital role in meeting the demand for these products.

India Lubricant Additives Market Top 5 Importing Countries and Market Competition (HHI) Analysis

India Lubricant Additives Market Overview

The India Lubricant Additives Market is closely tied to the automotive and industrial sectors. Lubricants are essential for machinery and engines, and additives enhance their performance and longevity. With industrialization and an increase in vehicle ownership, the demand for lubricant additives is expected to remain strong.

Drivers of the Market

The lubricant additives market in India is shaped by the automotive and industrial sectors` requirements for high-performance lubricants. The demand for improved fuel efficiency and reduced emissions drives the need for advanced lubricant additives, including those that enhance friction reduction and wear protection.

Challenges of the Market

The India Lubricant Additives market confronts challenges related to the volatility of raw material prices, as many additives are derived from petrochemical sources. Environmental concerns and stringent regulations regarding emissions and pollution control are also posing hurdles. Furthermore, competition in the market is fierce, with established players dominating the industry. Market participants must invest in research and development to create eco-friendly alternatives and adapt to evolving regulations to thrive in this sector.

COVID-19 Impact on the Market

The India lubricant additives market experienced challenges during the pandemic as industrial and automotive activities slowed down. Reduced demand for lubricants affected the market. However, the industry also witnessed increased demand for specialty lubricants with enhanced performance characteristics, which influenced market dynamics.

Key Players in the Market

Key Players in the market are Chevron Oronite Company LLC, Infineum India Pvt Ltd, Afton Chemicals India Pvt Ltd, BASF India Ltd, Lubrizol India Pvt Ltd.

Key Highlights of the Report:

  • India Lubricant Additives Market Outlook
  • Market Size of India Lubricant Additives Market, 2024
  • Forecast of India Lubricant Additives Market, 2031
  • Historical Data and Forecast of India Lubricant Additives Revenues & Volume for the Period 2021-2031
  • India Lubricant Additives Market Trend Evolution
  • India Lubricant Additives Market Drivers and Challenges
  • India Lubricant Additives Price Trends
  • India Lubricant Additives Porter's Five Forces
  • India Lubricant Additives Industry Life Cycle
  • Historical Data and Forecast of India Lubricant Additives Market Revenues & Volume By Type for the Period 2021-2031
  • Historical Data and Forecast of India Lubricant Additives Market Revenues & Volume By Dispersants for the Period 2021-2031
  • Historical Data and Forecast of India Lubricant Additives Market Revenues & Volume By Viscosity Index Improvers for the Period 2021-2031
  • Historical Data and Forecast of India Lubricant Additives Market Revenues & Volume By Detergents for the Period 2021-2031
  • Historical Data and Forecast of India Lubricant Additives Market Revenues & Volume By Anti-wear Agents for the Period 2021-2031
  • Historical Data and Forecast of India Lubricant Additives Market Revenues & Volume By Antioxidants for the Period 2021-2031
  • Historical Data and Forecast of India Lubricant Additives Market Revenues & Volume By Corrosion Inhibitors for the Period 2021-2031
  • Historical Data and Forecast of India Lubricant Additives Market Revenues & Volume By Friction Modifiers for the Period 2021-2031
  • Historical Data and Forecast of India Dispersants Lubricant Additives Market Revenues & Volume By Emulsifiers for the Period 2021-2031
  • Historical Data and Forecast of India Lubricant Additives Market Revenues & Volume By Application for the Period 2021-2031
  • Historical Data and Forecast of India Lubricant Additives Market Revenues & Volume By Automotive for the Period 2021-2031
  • Historical Data and Forecast of India Lubricant Additives Market Revenues & Volume By Industrial for the Period 2021-2031
  • India Lubricant Additives Import Export Trade Statistics
  • Market Opportunity Assessment By Type
  • Market Opportunity Assessment By Application
  • India Lubricant Additives Top Companies Market Share
  • India Lubricant Additives Competitive Benchmarking By Technical and Operational Parameters
  • India Lubricant Additives Company Profiles
  • India Lubricant Additives Key Strategic Recommendations

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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 India Lubricant Additives Market Overview

3.1 India Country Macro Economic Indicators

3.2 India Lubricant Additives Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F

3.3 India Lubricant Additives Market - Industry Life Cycle

3.4 India Lubricant Additives Market - Porter's Five Forces

3.5 India Lubricant Additives Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Type, 2021 & 2031F

3.6 India Lubricant Additives Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application, 2021 & 2031F

4 India Lubricant Additives Market Dynamics

4.1 Impact Analysis

4.2 Market Drivers

4.2.1 Increasing demand for automobiles in India, leading to higher consumption of lubricants and lubricant additives.

4.2.2 Growth of industrial activities in sectors such as manufacturing, construction, and agriculture, driving the need for lubricants and additives.

4.2.3 Technological advancements in lubricant additive formulations, leading to improved performance and efficiency of lubricants.

4.3 Market Restraints

4.3.1 Fluctuating prices of raw materials used in lubricant additives production, impacting the overall cost and profitability.

4.3.2 Stringent environmental regulations and norms on emissions and waste disposal, leading to the need for eco-friendly lubricant additives.

4.3.3 Intense competition among key market players, resulting in price wars and margin pressures.

5 India Lubricant Additives Market Trends

6 India Lubricant Additives Market, By Types

6.1 India Lubricant Additives Market, By Type

6.1.1 Overview and Analysis

6.1.2 India Lubricant Additives Market Revenues & Volume, By Type, 2021-2031F

6.1.3 India Lubricant Additives Market Revenues & Volume, By Dispersants, 2021-2031F

6.1.4 India Lubricant Additives Market Revenues & Volume, By Viscosity Index Improvers, 2021-2031F

6.1.5 India Lubricant Additives Market Revenues & Volume, By Detergents, 2021-2031F

6.1.6 India Lubricant Additives Market Revenues & Volume, By Anti-wear Agents, 2021-2031F

6.1.7 India Lubricant Additives Market Revenues & Volume, By Antioxidants, 2021-2031F

6.1.8 India Lubricant Additives Market Revenues & Volume, By Corrosion Inhibitors, 2021-2031F

6.1.9 India Lubricant Additives Market Revenues & Volume, By Emulsifiers, 2021-2031F

6.1.10 India Lubricant Additives Market Revenues & Volume, By Emulsifiers, 2021-2031F

6.2 India Lubricant Additives Market, By Application

6.2.1 Overview and Analysis

6.2.2 India Lubricant Additives Market Revenues & Volume, By Automotive, 2021-2031F

6.2.3 India Lubricant Additives Market Revenues & Volume, By Industrial, 2021-2031F

7 India Lubricant Additives Market Import-Export Trade Statistics

7.1 India Lubricant Additives Market Export to Major Countries

7.2 India Lubricant Additives Market Imports from Major Countries

8 India Lubricant Additives Market Key Performance Indicators

8.1 Research and development investment in new lubricant additive technologies.

8.2 Adoption rate of eco-friendly lubricant additives in the market.

8.3 Number of partnerships and collaborations for distribution and expansion of lubricant additives in India.

9 India Lubricant Additives Market - Opportunity Assessment

9.1 India Lubricant Additives Market Opportunity Assessment, By Type, 2021 & 2031F

9.2 India Lubricant Additives Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2021 & 2031F

10 India Lubricant Additives Market - Competitive Landscape

10.1 India Lubricant Additives Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024

10.2 India Lubricant Additives Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters

11 Company Profiles

12 Recommendations

13 Disclaimer

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