Furfural Market

Global Furfural Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report By Raw Material (Rice Husk, Corn Cobs, Sugarcane Bagasse, and Others), By End User, By Application, By Regional Outlook and Forecast, 2023 - 2030

Report Id: KBV-20837 Publication Date: March-2024 Number of Pages: 348
2022
USD 564.3 Million
2030
USD 867.7 Million
CAGR
5.6%
Historical Data
2019 to 2021

“Global Furfural Market to reach a market value of USD 867.7 Million by 2030 growing at a CAGR of 5.6%”

Analysis of Market Size & Trends

The Global Furfural Market size is expected to reach $8,67.7 million by 2030, rising at a market growth of 5.6% CAGR during the forecast period. In the year 2022, the market attained a volume of 2,659.68 hundred tonnes, experiencing a growth of 4.8% (2019-2022).

Many countries in the Asia Pacific region have large agricultural sectors producing significant biomass residues such as rice husks, corn cobs, and sugarcane bagasse. Thus, the Asia Pacific region acquired $3,60,648.5 thousand revenue in 2022. The growth of India’s pharmaceutical industry may drive investments in chemical plants and infrastructure for furfural production or processing.

Furfural Market Size - Global Opportunities and Trends Analysis Report 2019-2030

Advanced production processes enable furfural manufacturers to achieve higher yields and improve overall efficiency. Higher yields also translate into higher output volumes, meeting the growing demand for furfural in various industries. Thus, the technological advancements in production processes propel the market’s growth.

Additionally, furfural possesses a unique aromatic profile with a sweet, almond-like scent, making it suitable for use as a flavoring and fragrance agent. Its distinctive aroma adds depth, complexity, and richness to various food products, beverages, perfumes, cosmetics, and household products. Hence, increasing use in the flavor and fragrance industry is driving the market’s growth.

However, Furfural production relies on specific raw materials, primarily agricultural residues and biomass, which may have volatile prices and limited availability. Variations in the cost of these raw materials can immediately impact furfural production costs. In conclusion, the high production costs of furfural are impeding the growth of the market.

Driving and Restraining Factors
Furfural Market
  • Technological advancements in production processes
  • Increasing use in the flavor and fragrance industry
  • Expansion of the global chemical industry
  • High production costs of furfural products
  • Increasing competition from alternative chemicals
  • Diverse end-use applications of furfural products
  • Emerging applications in the polymer industry
  • Price volatility of raw materials
  • High market fragmentation and lack of standardization

By Raw Material Analysis

Based on raw material, the market is divided into corn cobs, rice husk, sugarcane bagasse, and others. In 2022, the corn cobs segment garnered a 19% revenue share in the market. Corn cobs are a renewable and sustainable source of biomass. The abundant supply of corn cobs makes them an attractive feedstock for furfural production, especially in regions where corn cultivation is prevalent.

By End User Analysis

Based on end user, the market is categorized into petroleum refineries, agricultural formulations, paints & coatings, pharmaceuticals, and others. The pharmaceuticals segment procured a remarkable 21% revenue share in the market in 2022. To fill gaps in the medical field, enhance patient outcomes, and develop novel drug combinations, pharmaceutical companies are continuously innovating.

Furfural Market Share and Industry Analysis Report 2022

By Application Analysis

On the basis of application, the market is segmented into furfuryl alcohol, solvent, and others. The furfuryl alcohol segment recorded 81% revenue share in the market in 2022. Furfuryl alcohol is a versatile chemical with various applications across various industries. The diverse applications of furfuryl alcohol contribute to its increasing demand in the market.

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By Regional Analysis

Region-wise, the market is analyzed across North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and LAMEA. The North America region witnessed a 12% revenue share in the market in 2022. In North America, strict environmental laws push industries to use more sustainable and clean production methods. As a result, industries in North America are increasingly turning to furfural as an environmentally friendly option.

Furfural Market Report Coverage
Report Attribute Details
Market size value in 2022 USD 564.3 Million
Market size forecast in 2030 USD 867.7 Million
Base Year 2022
Historical Period 2019 to 2021
Forecast Period 2023 to 2030
Revenue Growth Rate CAGR of 5.6% from 2023 to 2030
Number of Pages 348
Number of Table 750
Quantitative Data Volume in Hundred Tonnes, Revenue in USD Million, and CAGR from 2019 to 2030
Report coverage Market Trends, Revenue Estimation and Forecast, Segmentation Analysis, Regional and Country Breakdown, Porter’s 5 Forces Analysis, Company Profiling, Companies Strategic Developments, SWOT Analysis, Winning Imperatives
Segments covered Raw Material, Application, End User, Region
Country scope
  • North America (US, Canada, Mexico, and Rest of North America)
  • Europe (Germany, UK, France, Russia, Spain, Italy, and Rest of Europe)
  • Asia Pacific (China, India, Japan, South Korea, Australia, Malaysia, and Rest of Asia Pacific)
  • LAMEA (Brazil, Argentina, UAE, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Nigeria, and Rest of LAMEA)
Companies Included TANIN d.d. Sevnica., KRBL Ltd., Silvateam S.p.a., Merck KGaA, Central Romana Corporation, Ltd., Arcoy Industries Pvt. Ltd., Lenzing AG (B & C Industrieholding GmbH), Hongye Holding Group Co., Ltd., Illovo Sugar Africa Proprietary Limited (Associated British Foods plc), Pennakem, LLC (Minafin Group)
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List of Key Companies Profiled

  • TANIN d.d. Sevnica.
  • KRBL Ltd.
  • Silvateam S.p.a.
  • Merck KGaA
  • Central Romana Corporation, Ltd.
  • Arcoy Industries Pvt. Ltd.
  • Lenzing AG (B & C Industrieholding GmbH)
  • Hongye Holding Group Co., Ltd.
  • Illovo Sugar Africa Proprietary Limited (Associated British Foods plc)
  • Pennakem, LLC (Minafin Group)

Furfural Market Report Segmentation

By Raw Material (Volume, Hundred Tonnes, USD Million, 2019-2030)

  • Rice Husk
  • Corn Cobs
  • Sugarcane Bagasse
  • Others

By End User (Volume, Hundred Tonnes, USD Million, 2019-2030)

  • Agricultural Formulations
  • Petroleum Refineries
  • Paints & Coatings
  • Pharmaceuticals
  • Others

By Application (Volume, Hundred Tonnes, USD Million, 2019-2030)

  • Furfuryl Alcohol
  • Solvent
  • Others

By Geography (Volume, Hundred Tonnes, USD Million, 2019-2030)

  • North America
    • US
    • Canada
    • Mexico
    • Rest of North America
  • Europe
    • Germany
    • UK
    • France
    • Russia
    • Spain
    • Italy
    • Rest of Europe
  • Asia Pacific
    • China
    • Japan
    • India
    • South Korea
    • Australia
    • Malaysia
    • Rest of Asia Pacific
  • LAMEA
    • Brazil
    • Argentina
    • UAE
    • Saudi Arabia
    • South Africa
    • Nigeria
    • Rest of LAMEA

Frequently Asked Questions About This Report

This Market size is expected to reach $8,67.7 million by 2030.

Technological advancements in production processes are driving the Market in coming years, however, High production costs of furfural products restraints the growth of the Market.

TANIN d.d. Sevnica., KRBL Ltd., Silvateam S.p.a., Merck KGaA, Central Romana Corporation, Ltd., Arcoy Industries Pvt. Ltd., Lenzing AG (B & C Industrieholding GmbH), Hongye Holding Group Co., Ltd., Illovo Sugar Africa Proprietary Limited (Associated British Foods plc), Pennakem, LLC (Minafin Group)

In the year 2022, the market attained a volume of 2,659.68 hundred tonnes, experiencing a growth of 4.8% (2019-2022).

The Agricultural Formulations segment is leading the Market, by End User in 2022; there by, achieving a market value of $250.2 million by 2030.

The Asia Pacific region dominated the Market, by Region in 2022, and would continue to be a dominant market till 2030; there by, achieving a market value of $559.1 million by 2030.

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