Product Code: ETC082842 | Publication Date: Jun 2021 | Updated Date: Aug 2025 | Product Type: Report | |
Publisher: 6Wresearch | No. of Pages: 70 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 5 | |
The South Korea Paraffin Wax Market is projected to witness mixed growth rate patterns during 2025 to 2029. From 2.74% in 2025, the growth rate steadily ascends to 3.28% in 2029.
The paraffin wax market in South Korea is growing due to its use in candles, packaging, and cosmetics. Demand is influenced by industrial applications and consumer preferences for natural products.
The South Korean paraffin wax market growth is driven by its extensive use in candle manufacturing, packaging, and cosmetics. Paraffin wax`s low cost, ease of use, and versatility in applications contribute to its widespread adoption across various industries, supporting demand from both commercial and industrial sectors.
Challenges in the paraffin wax market in South Korea include fluctuating crude oil prices impacting wax production costs, environmental regulations encouraging alternatives to petroleum-based waxes, and competition from synthetic waxes. Moreover, maintaining product quality standards and meeting diverse industrial and consumer applications pose ongoing challenges to market players.
The South Korean government regulates the production, importation, and use of paraffin wax under environmental protection laws and industrial safety standards. These regulations aim to ensure product quality, safety in handling and storage, and compliance with international trade agreements.
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 Korea Paraffin Wax Market Overview |
3.1 South Korea Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 South Korea Paraffin Wax Market Revenues & Volume, 2020 & 2027F |
3.3 South Korea Paraffin Wax Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 South Korea Paraffin Wax Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 South Korea Paraffin Wax Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Type, 2020 & 2027F |
3.6 South Korea Paraffin Wax Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Applications, 2020 & 2027F |
4 South Korea Paraffin Wax Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing demand for paraffin wax in the cosmetics and pharmaceutical industries in South Korea |
4.2.2 Growing usage of paraffin wax in the manufacturing of candles and packaging materials |
4.2.3 Expansion of the food industry leading to higher demand for paraffin wax for food processing and packaging |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Fluctuating prices of crude oil impacting the cost of production of paraffin wax |
4.3.2 Stringent environmental regulations regarding the use and disposal of paraffin wax |
4.3.3 Competition from alternative products such as soy wax and beeswax |
5 South Korea Paraffin Wax Market Trends |
6 South Korea Paraffin Wax Market, By Types |
6.1 South Korea Paraffin Wax Market, By Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 South Korea Paraffin Wax Market Revenues & Volume, By Type, 2018 - 2027F |
6.1.3 South Korea Paraffin Wax Market Revenues & Volume, By Fully Refined Wax, 2018 - 2027F |
6.1.4 South Korea Paraffin Wax Market Revenues & Volume, By Semi-Refined Wax, 2018 - 2027F |
6.1.5 South Korea Paraffin Wax Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2018 - 2027F |
6.2 South Korea Paraffin Wax Market, By Applications |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 South Korea Paraffin Wax Market Revenues & Volume, By Candles, 2018 - 2027F |
6.2.3 South Korea Paraffin Wax Market Revenues & Volume, By Packaging, 2018 - 2027F |
6.2.4 South Korea Paraffin Wax Market Revenues & Volume, By Board Sizing, 2018 - 2027F |
6.2.5 South Korea Paraffin Wax Market Revenues & Volume, By Rubber, 2018 - 2027F |
6.2.6 South Korea Paraffin Wax Market Revenues & Volume, By Hot Melts, 2018 - 2027F |
6.2.7 South Korea Paraffin Wax Market Revenues & Volume, By Cosmetics, 2018 - 2027F |
7 South Korea Paraffin Wax Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 South Korea Paraffin Wax Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 South Korea Paraffin Wax Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 South Korea Paraffin Wax Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Number of new product developments incorporating paraffin wax in South Korea |
8.2 Adoption rate of paraffin wax in emerging applications such as rubber and tire industry |
8.3 Investment in research and development for improving the quality and applications of paraffin wax |
9 South Korea Paraffin Wax Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 South Korea Paraffin Wax Market Opportunity Assessment, By Type, 2020 & 2027F |
9.2 South Korea Paraffin Wax Market Opportunity Assessment, By Applications, 2020 & 2027F |
10 South Korea Paraffin Wax Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 South Korea Paraffin Wax Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2020 |
10.2 South Korea Paraffin Wax Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |