France Oleyl Alcohol Market Size, Share, and COVID-19 Impact Analysis, By Source (Beef Fat, Fish Oil, Olive Oil, and Others), By Application (Textile, Cosmetics & Personal Care, Pharmaceutical, and Others), and France Oleyl Alcohol Market Insights, Industry Trend, Forecasts to 2035

France Oleyl Alcohol Market Insights Forecasts to 2035

• The France Oleyl Alcohol Market Size was Estimated at USD 55.9 Million in 2024
• The Market Size is Expected to Grow at a CAGR of around 4.21% from 2025 to 2035
• The France Oleyl Alcohol Market Size is Expected to Reach USD 88.0 Million by 2035

The France Oleyl Alcohol Market Size is anticipated to reach USD 88.0 Million by 2035, Growing at a CAGR of 4.21% from 2025 to 2035. Increasing use of oleyl alcohol in skincare, pharmaceuticals, and household products fuels growth in the France market.

Market Overview

The France oleyl alcohol market focuses on the production and distribution of oleyl alcohol, a fatty alcohol mainly derived from natural sources such as fish oil, beef fat, and olive oil. Oleyl alcohol is widely used across various industries, including cosmetics, personal care, pharmaceuticals, and textiles due to its properties as an emulsifier, moisturizer, and thickening agent. In cosmetics and personal care products, it is commonly found in lotions, creams, shampoos, and conditioners, while in pharmaceuticals, it is used in ointments and topical formulations. The market includes both domestic manufacturers and international suppliers who provide oleyl alcohol for diverse applications. Sustainability and eco-friendly production methods are becoming important aspects within the industry, with a shift toward renewable raw materials. Fish oil remains a prominent source, though olive oil is gaining traction. Overall, the market is characterized by continuous innovation, regulatory compliance, and a variety of end-user applications, contributing to its steady presence in the French chemical sector.

Report Coverage

This research report categorizes the market for the France oleyl alcohol market based on various segments and regions and forecasts revenue growth and analyzes trends in each submarket. The report analyses the key growth drivers, opportunities, and challenges influencing the France oleyl alcohol market. Recent market developments and competitive strategies such as expansion, product launch, and development, partnership, merger, and acquisition have been included to draw the competitive landscape in the market. The report strategically identifies and profiles the key market players and analyses their core competencies in each sub-segment of the France oleyl alcohol market.

Driving Factors

The France oleyl alcohol market is driven by growing demand from the cosmetics and personal care industries, where oleyl alcohol is valued for its moisturizing and emulsifying properties. The pharmaceutical sector also uses it extensively in ointments and creams, boosting market growth. Increasing consumer preference for natural and sustainable ingredients has encouraged manufacturers to adopt eco-friendly sourcing and production methods. Additionally, rising awareness about skin health and hygiene has led to higher consumption of personal care products containing oleyl alcohol. These factors, combined with innovation in product formulations, contribute to the steady expansion of the oleyl alcohol market in France.

Restraining Factors

Strict regulations on chemical safety and environmental impact may limit manufacturing processes and increase compliance expenses. Additionally, competition from synthetic alternatives and other fatty alcohols can restrict market growth. Limited awareness about oleyl alcohol’s benefits in certain segments may slow adoption. These factors collectively restrain the overall expansion of the oleyl alcohol market in France.

Market Segmentation

The France oleyl alcohol market share is classified into source and application.

• The fish oil segment held a major revenue share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a substantial CAGR during the forecast period.

The France oleyl alcohol market is segmented by source into beef fat, fish oil, olive oil, and others. Among these, the fish oil segment held a major revenue share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a substantial CAGR during the forecast period. The prominence is due to fish oil’s high-quality composition, making it a preferred raw material for producing oleyl alcohol used in cosmetics, personal care, and pharmaceutical products. Fish oil–derived oleyl alcohol is known for its purity and effectiveness, which drives its popularity among manufacturers.

• The cosmetics & personal care segment held a significant market share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a remarkable CAGR during the forecast period.

The France oleyl alcohol market is segmented by application into textile, cosmetics & personal care, pharmaceutical, and others. Among these, the cosmetics & personal care segment held a significant market share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a remarkable CAGR during the forecast period. This is largely due to the widespread use of oleyl alcohol in products such as creams, lotions, shampoos, and conditioners, where it functions as an effective emulsifier, moisturizer, and thickening agent. The growing consumer demand for high-quality and natural personal care products has further strengthened this segment.

Competitive Analysis:

The report offers the appropriate analysis of the key organizations/companies involved within the France oleyl alcohol market along with a comparative evaluation primarily based on their product offering, business overviews, geographic presence, enterprise strategies, segment market share, and SWOT analysis. The report also provides an elaborative analysis focusing on the current news and developments of the companies, which includes product development, innovations, joint ventures, partnerships, mergers & acquisitions, strategic alliances, and others. This allows for the evaluation of the overall competition within the market.

List of Key Companies

• BASF SE
• Croda International Plc
• The Lubrizol Corporation
• Ecogreen Oleochemicals Pte. Ltd.
• Zhengzhou Alfa Chemical Co., Ltd.
• SimSon Pharma Limited
• Tokyo Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.
• Acme Synthetic Chemicals
• Others

Key Target Audience

• Market Players
• Investors
• End-users
• Government Authorities 
• Consulting and Research Firm
• Venture capitalists
• Value-Added Resellers (VARs)

Market Segment

This study forecasts revenue at France, regional, and country levels from 2020 to 2035. Spherical Insights has segmented the France oleyl alcohol market based on the below-mentioned segments:

France Oleyl Alcohol Market, By Source

• Beef Fat
• Fish Oil
• Olive Oil
• Others

France Oleyl Alcohol Market, By Application

• Textile
• Cosmetics & Personal Care
• Pharmaceutical
• Others