Product Code: ETC090328 | Publication Date: Jun 2021 | Updated Date: Aug 2025 | Product Type: Report | |
Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Ravi Bhandari | No. of Pages: 70 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 5 |
The UK butane market serves diverse applications, including residential heating, industrial processes, and automotive fuel. As a liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), butane is valued for its portability and clean-burning characteristics, contributing to its demand in both urban and rural areas.
The UK Butane market is driven by its extensive use in residential, commercial, and industrial applications. In the residential sector, butane is commonly used for heating and cooking, particularly in areas not connected to the natural gas grid. The commercial and industrial sectors utilize butane as a feedstock for petrochemical production and as a fuel for various processes. The increasing demand for portable energy sources and the growing popularity of outdoor recreational activities, such as camping, where butane is used in portable stoves, are also significant drivers. Additionally, the shift towards cleaner energy sources supports the demand for butane as a lower-carbon alternative to other fossil fuels.
The UK Butane Market is facing challenges related to environmental concerns and regulatory pressures. The increasing focus on reducing carbon emissions and the transition to cleaner energy sources are driving demand for alternative fuels, which can impact the butane market. Regulatory requirements aimed at reducing the environmental impact of hydrocarbon fuels add to the operational complexities and costs for producers and distributors. Additionally, the market is subject to fluctuations in global oil prices, which can affect the profitability and stability of butane supply. Ensuring the safe storage and transportation of butane, a highly flammable gas, also presents significant logistical and safety challenges.
The UK government regulates the distribution, storage, and use of butane gas for safety and environmental reasons. Policies address safety standards, storage facility regulations, and taxation, influencing market dynamics and trade practices within the energy sector.
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 United Kingdom (UK) Butane Market Overview |
3.1 United Kingdom (UK) Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 United Kingdom (UK) Butane Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 United Kingdom (UK) Butane Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 United Kingdom (UK) Butane Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 United Kingdom (UK) Butane Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 United Kingdom (UK) Butane Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Form, 2021 & 2031F |
4 United Kingdom (UK) Butane Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing demand for butane as a cleaner alternative fuel source |
4.2.2 Growth in the petrochemical industry driving the demand for butane as a feedstock |
4.2.3 Government initiatives promoting the use of LPG as a cleaner fuel option |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Fluctuating crude oil prices impacting the cost of production and pricing of butane |
4.3.2 Regulatory challenges and compliance requirements affecting the market dynamics |
5 United Kingdom (UK) Butane Market Trends |
6 United Kingdom (UK) Butane Market, By Types |
6.1 United Kingdom (UK) Butane Market, By Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 United Kingdom (UK) Butane Market Revenues & Volume, By Type, 2021-2031F |
6.1.3 United Kingdom (UK) Butane Market Revenues & Volume, By Gasoline Crude Oil, 2021-2031F |
6.1.4 United Kingdom (UK) Butane Market Revenues & Volume, By Natural Gas, 2021-2031F |
6.1.5 United Kingdom (UK) Butane Market Revenues & Volume, By Isobutane, 2021-2031F |
6.1.6 United Kingdom (UK) Butane Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021-2031F |
6.2 United Kingdom (UK) Butane Market, By Application |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 United Kingdom (UK) Butane Market Revenues & Volume, By LPG, 2021-2031F |
6.2.3 United Kingdom (UK) Butane Market Revenues & Volume, By Petrochemicals, 2021-2031F |
6.2.4 United Kingdom (UK) Butane Market Revenues & Volume, By Refineries, 2021-2031F |
6.2.5 United Kingdom (UK) Butane Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021-2031F |
7 United Kingdom (UK) Butane Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 United Kingdom (UK) Butane Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 United Kingdom (UK) Butane Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 United Kingdom (UK) Butane Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Number of LPG vehicle conversions in the UK |
8.2 Percentage of butane consumption in the UK energy mix |
8.3 Investment in infrastructure for LPG distribution and storage in the UK |
9 United Kingdom (UK) Butane Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 United Kingdom (UK) Butane Market Opportunity Assessment, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 United Kingdom (UK) Butane Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
10 United Kingdom (UK) Butane Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 United Kingdom (UK) Butane Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 United Kingdom (UK) Butane Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |