Product Code: ETC8834306 | Publication Date: Sep 2024 | Updated Date: Jun 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Vasudha | No. of Pages: 75 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 20 |
This market serves various industries such as paints, coatings, adhesives, and cleaning products in the Philippines. Aliphatic hydrocarbon solvents and thinners are favored for their effectiveness and lower toxicity compared to aromatic solvents. Growth is aligned with industrial manufacturing and construction sectors, where demand for high-performance yet environmentally compliant solvents is rising.
Demand for aliphatic hydrocarbon solvents and thinners is stable in the Philippines, supported by the paints, coatings, adhesives, and cleaning industries. Environmental regulations encourage the development of low-VOC and eco-friendly solvent options. Industrial growth and urban development stimulate product consumption.
This market faces environmental and regulatory pressures due to the VOC emissions and flammability associated with aliphatic hydrocarbons. Import dependency, price volatility, and increasing restrictions on industrial solvent usage further challenge profitability. The push for eco-friendly alternatives also threatens the long-term viability of traditional aliphatic hydrocarbon-based products.
The demand for aliphatic hydrocarbon solvents and thinners in paint, coatings, adhesives, and cleaning applications is rising with industrial growth in the Philippines. Investments in eco-friendly solvent production and import substitution can capture market share. Emphasizing low-VOC formulations aligns with environmental regulations and consumer safety trends, providing competitive advantage.
The aliphatic hydrocarbon solvents and thinners market in the Philippines is governed under a mix of industrial, environmental, and chemical safety regulations. The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), through the Environmental Management Bureau (EMB), enforces strict environmental controls on the manufacture, importation, and use of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) such as aliphatic solvents and thinners. These chemicals are classified under the Priority Chemical List, and businesses dealing with them must secure Chemical Control Orders (CCOs), registration, and permits under the Toxic Substances and Hazardous and Nuclear Wastes Control Act (RA 6969). The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) also oversees compliance with industrial safety and labeling standards, while the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) ensures proper occupational health practices in handling and storage. Importers must declare chemical compositions and adhere to tariffs regulated by the Bureau of Customs (BOC). There are currently no direct incentives, but compliance with safety, emission, and waste treatment standards is closely monitored as part of broader industrial environmental protection programs.
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 Philippines Aliphatic Hydrocarbon Solvents and Thinners Market Overview |
3.1 Philippines Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Philippines Aliphatic Hydrocarbon Solvents and Thinners Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Philippines Aliphatic Hydrocarbon Solvents and Thinners Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Philippines Aliphatic Hydrocarbon Solvents and Thinners Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Philippines Aliphatic Hydrocarbon Solvents and Thinners Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Philippines Aliphatic Hydrocarbon Solvents and Thinners Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Philippines Aliphatic Hydrocarbon Solvents and Thinners Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.3 Market Restraints |
5 Philippines Aliphatic Hydrocarbon Solvents and Thinners Market Trends |
6 Philippines Aliphatic Hydrocarbon Solvents and Thinners Market, By Types |
6.1 Philippines Aliphatic Hydrocarbon Solvents and Thinners Market, By Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Philippines Aliphatic Hydrocarbon Solvents and Thinners Market Revenues & Volume, By Type, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.3 Philippines Aliphatic Hydrocarbon Solvents and Thinners Market Revenues & Volume, By Varnish Makers & Painters Naphtha, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.4 Philippines Aliphatic Hydrocarbon Solvents and Thinners Market Revenues & Volume, By Mineral Spirits, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.5 Philippines Aliphatic Hydrocarbon Solvents and Thinners Market Revenues & Volume, By Hexane, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.6 Philippines Aliphatic Hydrocarbon Solvents and Thinners Market Revenues & Volume, By Heptane, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.7 Philippines Aliphatic Hydrocarbon Solvents and Thinners Market Revenues & Volume, By Paraffinic Solvent, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.8 Philippines Aliphatic Hydrocarbon Solvents and Thinners Market Revenues & Volume, By Pentane, 2021- 2031F |
6.2 Philippines Aliphatic Hydrocarbon Solvents and Thinners Market, By Application |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Philippines Aliphatic Hydrocarbon Solvents and Thinners Market Revenues & Volume, By Paints & Coatings, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.3 Philippines Aliphatic Hydrocarbon Solvents and Thinners Market Revenues & Volume, By Cleaning & Degreasing, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.4 Philippines Aliphatic Hydrocarbon Solvents and Thinners Market Revenues & Volume, By Adhesives, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.5 Philippines Aliphatic Hydrocarbon Solvents and Thinners Market Revenues & Volume, By Aerosols, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.6 Philippines Aliphatic Hydrocarbon Solvents and Thinners Market Revenues & Volume, By Rubbers & polymers, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.7 Philippines Aliphatic Hydrocarbon Solvents and Thinners Market Revenues & Volume, By Printing inks, 2021- 2031F |
7 Philippines Aliphatic Hydrocarbon Solvents and Thinners Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Philippines Aliphatic Hydrocarbon Solvents and Thinners Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Philippines Aliphatic Hydrocarbon Solvents and Thinners Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Philippines Aliphatic Hydrocarbon Solvents and Thinners Market Key Performance Indicators |
9 Philippines Aliphatic Hydrocarbon Solvents and Thinners Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Philippines Aliphatic Hydrocarbon Solvents and Thinners Market Opportunity Assessment, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Philippines Aliphatic Hydrocarbon Solvents and Thinners Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Philippines Aliphatic Hydrocarbon Solvents and Thinners Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Philippines Aliphatic Hydrocarbon Solvents and Thinners Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Philippines Aliphatic Hydrocarbon Solvents and Thinners Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |