Asia Pacific Methanol Market Size
According to Straits Research analysis, the Asia Pacific Methanol Market was valued at USD 18738.59 Million in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 24541.29 Million by 2028, expanding at a CAGR of 7% during the forecast period. The key drivers for this growth are primarily used in the agriculture, chemicals, and energy industries. For instance, methanol is crucial in the manufacture of formaldehyde, acetic acid, and other chemicals, while in the agricultural sector, it is an essential ingredient for biopesticides and biofertilizers. In the energy sector, it plays a role as biofuel. Emerging opportunities include low-carbon and sustainable production methods, technological advancements for improving process efficiency, and the region's strong export potential. The region continues to solidify its position in the global methanol market by promoting green initiatives and innovation.
Source: Straits Research Analysis Company Publications, Primary Interviews.
Asia Pacific Methanol Market Highlights
- Natural Gas represented the largest share of the Feedstock market in terms of size in 2024.
- Among the Feedstock segments, Natural Gas is forecasted to achieve the highest growth and remain the most lucrative through the forecast period.
- The global methanol market size saw Asia Pacific holding a share of 58.08% in 2024.
- China is forecasted to account for the leading share of the global market by 2028.
- In Asia Pacific, India is forecasted to be the fastest-expanding market, projected to reach USD 58503 Million by 2028.
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Report Summary
| Report Scope |
Details |
| Base Year for Study |
2024 |
| Study Period |
2019-2028 |
| Historical Period |
2019-2023 |
| Forecast Period |
2025-2028 |
| Market Size In 2024 |
USD 18738.59 Million |
| Market Size In 2028 |
USD 24541.29 Million |
| Largest segment |
Natural Gas |
| Fastest segment |
Natural Gas |
| Units |
Revenue in USD Million |
| CAGR |
7% (2025-2028) |
| Report Coverage |
Revenue Forecast, Competitive Landscape, Growth Factors, Environment & Regulatory Landscape and Trends |
Asia Pacific Methanol Market Share By Feedstock
Segmentation Covered
| Segments |
Sub Segments |
| Country |
- China
- Japan
- South Korea
- India
- Vietnam
- Australia
- Rest of Asia Pacific
|
| Feedstock |
- Natural Gas
- Coal
- Biomass & Renewables
|
| Application |
- Formaldehyde
- Acetic Acid
- MTBE
- DME
- Fuel Blending
- MTO
- Biodiesel
- Others
|
Asia Pacific Methanol Market By Country 2028
Source: Straits Research Analysis Company Publications, Primary Interviews.
Asia Pacific Methanol Market By Feedstock 2028
Source: Straits Research Analysis Company Publications, Primary Interviews.
Asia Pacific Methanol Market By Application 2028
Source: Straits Research Analysis Company Publications, Primary Interviews.