Global Glycidol Market Size, Share, and COVID-19 Impact Analysis, By Grade (Glycidol Above 97%, Glycidol Below 95%, Glycidol 96%, and Glycidol 97%), By Application (Production of Surface Active Compounds, Additives in Plastics, Paints, Photographic Chemicals, Pharmaceuticals, Biocides, and Others) and by Region (North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East, and Africa), Analysis and Forecast 2025 - 2035

Global Glycidol Market Insights Forecasts to 2035

• The Global Glycidol Market Size Was valued at USD 172.2 Billion in 2024
• The Market Size is Expected to Grow at a CAGR of around 4.01% from 2025 to 2035
• The Worldwide Glycidol Market Size is Expected to Reach USD 265.4 Billion by 2035
• Asia-Pacific is expected to grow the fastest during the forecast period.

According to a research report published by Spherical Insights and Consulting, The Global Glycidol Market Size Was Worth Around USD 172.2 Billion in 2024 and is Predicted to Grow to Around USD 265.4 Billion by 2035 with a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 4.01% from 2025 to 2035. The global glycidol market is poised for a bright future due to several factors including the increasing demand from epoxy resins, pharmaceuticals, and cosmetics, the rise in bio-based chemicals, the opening of new industrial applications, and the widespread acceptance of the product in the developing nations of the world.

Market Overview

The Global Glycidol Market Size is an expression that represents the international industry engaged in the manufacturing, marketing, and using of glycidol, which is the reactive organic compound and an intermediate for drugs, epoxy resins, surfactants, cosmetics, and specialty chemical industries among others. Additionally, the glycidol market is enjoying the support of regulatory systems that foster chemical innovations. To a greater extent, governments are encouraging the creation of new chemical substances that comply with safety and environmental rules. This backing from regulations can ease the way for glycidol into new markets and uses, mainly in such areas as agriculture and food processing. With the regulations changing, the Glycidol Market might uncover more chances for growth, particularly when it comes to industries that are looking for conforming solutions that take advantage of glycidol's distinct characteristics. This movement points to an open and conducive setting for the growth of glycidol applications in a variety of sectors.

Report Coverage

This research report categorizes the Global Glycidol Market Size based on various segments and regions, forecasts revenue growth, and analyzes trends in each submarket. The report analyses the key growth drivers, opportunities, and challenges influencing the glycidol market. Recent market developments and competitive strategies such as expansion, type launch, 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 glycidol market. 

Driving Factors

The pharmaceutical industry is one of the main drivers of the glycidol market which is now experiencing increasing demand. The Global Glycidol Market Size is already recognized for its role in the production of various medicines and for this reason, it is also being considered for chronic disease treatments. The pharmaceuticals are predicted to continue their rapid growth, so that the demand for glycidol will be increasing proportionally as the producers of drugs will be looking for effective and efficient intermediates. Besides, the pharmaceutical firms that are investing in R&D more and more are pointing to the fact that the glycidol market will be the recipient of some innovations that need glycidol. It seems that as the need for new drugs is growing, the function of glycidol in the new drug delivery systems is based on being critical more than ever.

Restraining Factors

The Global Glycidol Market Size is impeded by a number of factors that include the strict environmental and safety regulations, the toxic and hazardous characteristics of glycidol, the high cost of production, the complexity of handling and storage, and the increasing regulatory scrutiny, all of which might negatively impact the adoption rate and the use of glycidol in the industry.

Market Segmentation

The Glycidol Market share is classified into grade and application.

• The glycidol above 97% segment accounted for the largest share in 2024 and is anticipated to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period.           

Based on the grade, the Global Glycidol Market Size is divided into glycidol above 97%, glycidol below 95%, glycidol 96%, and glycidol 97%. Among these, the glycidol above 97% segment accounted for the largest share in 2024 and is anticipated to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. The corporate announcements together with the technical datasheets have reassured that the higher purity levels not only provide a consistent reactivity but also minimize the risk of contamination, which is very important in the case of sensitive formulations. Meanwhile, the segment has also been backed by the requirement of high-quality intermediates to meet safety and efficacy standards due to the increased regulatory scrutiny in end-use industries.   

• The production of surface active compounds segment accounted for the highest market revenue in 2024 and is anticipated to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period.     

Based on the application, the Global Glycidol Market Size is divided into production of surface active compounds, additives in plastics, paints, photographic chemicals, pharmaceuticals, biocides, and others. Among these, the production of surface active compounds segment accounted for the highest market revenue in 2024 and is anticipated to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. Trade journals and product release notes have reported that the increasing demand for biodegradable and efficient surfactants is favoring glycidol as a preferred raw material due to its favorable chemical properties. Additionally, corporate statements have pointed out that innovations in surfactant formulations require higher-quality intermediates, which have elevated the importance of glycidol in this segment.    

Regional Segment Analysis of the Glycidol Market

• North America (U.S., Canada, Mexico) 
• Europe (Germany, France, U.K., Italy, Spain, Rest of Europe)
• Asia-Pacific (China, Japan, India, Rest of APAC)
• South America (Brazil and the Rest of South America) 
• The Middle East and Africa (UAE, South Africa, Rest of MEA)

North America is anticipated to hold the largest share of the glycidol market over the predicted timeframe.

North America is anticipated to hold the largest share of theGlobal Glycidol Market Size over the predicted timeframe. The area accounts for nearly 40% of the worldwide market share, thus being the Glycidol Market's biggest market. One of the factors that contribute the most to this growth is legal backing for chemical manufacturing as well as the development of new production technologies. Increasingly, companies that adopt sustainable practices are becoming unique demand sources, thereby forcing others to come out with more advanced products. The U.S. and Canada are the top countries in the region where the market is ruled by significant companies like Dow Inc. and Huntsman Corporation. The scenario of rivalry is marked by huge funds allocated to R&D and collaboration through strategic alliances among the main players.

Asia-Pacific is expected to grow at a rapid CAGR in the Global Glycidol Market Size during the forecast period. The global demand for chemicals is on the rise and the main reason for it is industrialization and increasing requirements in different sectors, for example, the automotive industry and electronics. The market is distributed approximately in 25% shares among the regions, with the countries such as China and India being the majority of the market. Besides, the growth of the chemical industry is supported by government having policies of encouraging the local production of chemicals and also the reduction of imports, thus making the local manufacturers be in a very good position. China is the leading country within this area that their market size is quite large, thanks to both domestic and foreign investors who are willing to take part in the market. Companies are making the market to be more competitive by spending on the capacity of production and on the technologies that are needed for the demand increment to be met.

Competitive Analysis:

The report offers the appropriate analysis of the key organizations/companies involved within the Global Glycidol Market Size,along with a comparative evaluation primarily based on their type of 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 type 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

• FUJIFILM WAKO PURE CHEMICAL CORPORATION
• Meryer (Shanghai) Chemical Technology
• HBCChem
• Acros Organics
• KANTO CHEMICAL CO., INC.
• Hangzhou Dayangchem
• Nacalai Tesque
• The Good Scents Company
• FINETECH INDUSTRY LIMITED
• LGC Group
• Others

Key Target Audience

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

Recent Development

• In June 2024, FUJIFILM Wako Pure Chemical Corporation introduced two new in vitro pyrogen and endotoxin detection kits, the LumiMAT Pyrogen Detection Kit and PYROSTAR Neo+. These products aimed to provide alternatives to traditional pyrogen and endotoxin testing methods.

Market Segment

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

Global Glycidol Market, By Grade

• Glycidol Above 97%
• Glycidol Below 95%
• Glycidol 96%
• Glycidol 97%

Global Glycidol Market, By Application

• Production of Surface Active Compounds
• Additives in plastics
• Paints
• Photographic Chemicals
• Pharmaceuticals
• Biocides
• Others

Global Glycidol Market, By Regional Analysis

• North America
  • US
  • Canada
  • Mexico
• Europe
  • Germany
  • UK
  • France
  • Italy
  • Spain
  • Russia
  • Rest of Europe
• Asia Pacific
  • China
  • Japan
  • India
  • South Korea
  • Australia
  • Rest of Asia Pacific
• South America
  • Brazil
  • Argentina
  • Rest of South America
• Middle East & Africa
  • UAE
  • Saudi Arabia
  • Qatar
  • South Africa
  • Rest of the Middle East & Africa