South Africa Glycerol Market Outlook | Size, Industry, Revenue, Value, Companies, Analysis, Forecast, COVID-19 IMPACT, Growth, Trends & Share

Market Forecast By Source (Biodiesel, Fatty Alcohols, Fatty Acids, Soap), By Type (Crude, Refined), By End-use (Food & Beverage, Pharmaceutical, Nutraceutical , Personal Care & Cosmetics, Industrial, Others) And Competitive Landscape
Product Code: ETC221808 Publication Date: Aug 2022 Updated Date: Aug 2025 Product Type: Market Research Report
Publisher: 6Wresearch Author: Ravi Bhandari No. of Pages: 75 No. of Figures: 35 No. of Tables: 20

South Africa Glycerol Market Size Growth Rate


The South Africa Glycerol Market is projected to witness mixed growth rate patterns during 2025 to 2029. Starting at 3.61% in 2025, the market peaks at 8.77% in 2028, and settles at 4.47% by 2029.

South Africa Glycerol Market Growth Rate

South Africa Glycerol Market Overview

Glycerol, another name for glycerin, is used extensively in various industries, including cosmetics, food, and pharmaceuticals in South Africa. The market is growing due to its versatile applications and increasing demand for organic products.

Drivers of the market

The glycerol market in South Africa is influenced by its applications in sectors such as pharmaceuticals, food and beverages, and industrial manufacturing. Glycerol is used for its moisturizing, sweetening, and solvent properties. The growing demand for pharmaceuticals and personal care products, along with the rise in processed food consumption, drives market growth. Additionally, the increasing use of glycerol in biofuel production and industrial applications supports the market. Technological advancements in glycerol production also contribute to market expansion.

Challenges of the market

The glycerol market in South Africa faces challenges such as market oversupply, price volatility, and competition from alternative feedstocks. Innovating towards glycerol derivatives with higher value-added applications, ensuring sustainable sourcing practices, and navigating global glycerol trade dynamics are pivotal challenges for market sustainability and growth.

Government Policy of the market

The South African government supports the glycerol market through policies that ensure chemical safety, promote glycerol derivatives production, and support sustainable glycerol sourcing. Regulations include glycerol refining standards, waste glycerol recycling initiatives, and fostering research in glycerol-based biotechnology.

Key Highlights of the Report:

  • South Africa Glycerol Market Outlook
  • Market Size of South Africa Glycerol Market, 2024
  • Forecast of South Africa Glycerol Market, 2031
  • Historical Data and Forecast of South Africa Glycerol Revenues & Volume for the Period 2018 - 2031
  • South Africa Glycerol Market Trend Evolution
  • South Africa Glycerol Market Drivers and Challenges
  • South Africa Glycerol Price Trends
  • South Africa Glycerol Porter's Five Forces
  • South Africa Glycerol Industry Life Cycle
  • Historical Data and Forecast of South Africa Glycerol Market Revenues & Volume By Source for the Period 2018 - 2031
  • Historical Data and Forecast of South Africa Glycerol Market Revenues & Volume By Biodiesel for the Period 2018 - 2031
  • Historical Data and Forecast of South Africa Glycerol Market Revenues & Volume By Fatty Alcohols for the Period 2018 - 2031
  • Historical Data and Forecast of South Africa Glycerol Market Revenues & Volume By Fatty Acids for the Period 2018 - 2031
  • Historical Data and Forecast of South Africa Glycerol Market Revenues & Volume By Soap for the Period 2018 - 2031
  • Historical Data and Forecast of South Africa Glycerol Market Revenues & Volume By Type for the Period 2018 - 2031
  • Historical Data and Forecast of South Africa Glycerol Market Revenues & Volume By Crude for the Period 2018 - 2031
  • Historical Data and Forecast of South Africa Glycerol Market Revenues & Volume By Refined for the Period 2018 - 2031
  • Historical Data and Forecast of South Africa Glycerol Market Revenues & Volume By End-use for the Period 2018 - 2031
  • Historical Data and Forecast of South Africa Glycerol Market Revenues & Volume By Food & Beverage for the Period 2018 - 2031
  • Historical Data and Forecast of South Africa Glycerol Market Revenues & Volume By Pharmaceutical for the Period 2018 - 2031
  • Historical Data and Forecast of South Africa Glycerol Market Revenues & Volume By Nutraceutical for the Period 2018 - 2031
  • Historical Data and Forecast of South Africa Glycerol Market Revenues & Volume By Personal Care & Cosmetics for the Period 2018 - 2031
  • Historical Data and Forecast of South Africa Glycerol Market Revenues & Volume By Industrial for the Period 2018 - 2031
  • Historical Data and Forecast of South Africa Glycerol Market Revenues & Volume By Others for the Period 2018 - 2031
  • South Africa Glycerol Import Export Trade Statistics
  • Market Opportunity Assessment By Source
  • Market Opportunity Assessment By Type
  • Market Opportunity Assessment By End-use
  • South Africa Glycerol Top Companies Market Share
  • South Africa Glycerol Competitive Benchmarking By Technical and Operational Parameters
  • South Africa Glycerol Company Profiles
  • South Africa Glycerol 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 South Africa Glycerol Market Overview

3.1 South Africa Country Macro Economic Indicators

3.2 South Africa Glycerol Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F

3.3 South Africa Glycerol Market - Industry Life Cycle

3.4 South Africa Glycerol Market - Porter's Five Forces

3.5 South Africa Glycerol Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Source, 2021 & 2031F

3.6 South Africa Glycerol Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Type, 2021 & 2031F

3.7 South Africa Glycerol Market Revenues & Volume Share, By End-use, 2021 & 2031F

4 South Africa Glycerol Market Dynamics

4.1 Impact Analysis

4.2 Market Drivers

4.2.1 Increasing demand for bio-based products in various industries, leading to higher glycerol consumption.

4.2.2 Growing awareness about the benefits of glycerol in pharmaceuticals, personal care, and food industries.

4.2.3 Government initiatives promoting the production and use of biofuels, which drives the demand for glycerol.

4.3 Market Restraints

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

4.3.2 Stringent regulations and compliance requirements related to glycerol production and usage.

4.3.3 Competition from alternative products or substitutes in the market.

5 South Africa Glycerol Market Trends

6 South Africa Glycerol Market, By Types

6.1 South Africa Glycerol Market, By Source

6.1.1 Overview and Analysis

6.1.2 South Africa Glycerol Market Revenues & Volume, By Source, 2021-2031F

6.1.3 South Africa Glycerol Market Revenues & Volume, By Biodiesel, 2021-2031F

6.1.4 South Africa Glycerol Market Revenues & Volume, By Fatty Alcohols, 2021-2031F

6.1.5 South Africa Glycerol Market Revenues & Volume, By Fatty Acids, 2021-2031F

6.1.6 South Africa Glycerol Market Revenues & Volume, By Soap, 2021-2031F

6.2 South Africa Glycerol Market, By Type

6.2.1 Overview and Analysis

6.2.2 South Africa Glycerol Market Revenues & Volume, By Crude, 2021-2031F

6.2.3 South Africa Glycerol Market Revenues & Volume, By Refined, 2021-2031F

6.3 South Africa Glycerol Market, By End-use

6.3.1 Overview and Analysis

6.3.2 South Africa Glycerol Market Revenues & Volume, By Food & Beverage, 2021-2031F

6.3.3 South Africa Glycerol Market Revenues & Volume, By Pharmaceutical, 2021-2031F

6.3.4 South Africa Glycerol Market Revenues & Volume, By Nutraceutical , 2021-2031F

6.3.5 South Africa Glycerol Market Revenues & Volume, By Personal Care & Cosmetics, 2021-2031F

6.3.6 South Africa Glycerol Market Revenues & Volume, By Industrial, 2021-2031F

6.3.7 South Africa Glycerol Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021-2031F

7 South Africa Glycerol Market Import-Export Trade Statistics

7.1 South Africa Glycerol Market Export to Major Countries

7.2 South Africa Glycerol Market Imports from Major Countries

8 South Africa Glycerol Market Key Performance Indicators

8.1 Renewable energy adoption rate in South Africa, indicating the potential demand for biofuels and glycerol.

8.2 Research and development investment in bio-based products and technologies.

8.3 Number of new product launches incorporating glycerol in various industries.

9 South Africa Glycerol Market - Opportunity Assessment

9.1 South Africa Glycerol Market Opportunity Assessment, By Source, 2021 & 2031F

9.2 South Africa Glycerol Market Opportunity Assessment, By Type, 2021 & 2031F

9.3 South Africa Glycerol Market Opportunity Assessment, By End-use, 2021 & 2031F

10 South Africa Glycerol Market - Competitive Landscape

10.1 South Africa Glycerol Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024

10.2 South Africa Glycerol Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters

11 Company Profiles

12 Recommendations

13 Disclaimer

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