Synthetic Lubricants Market by Type (Polyalphaolefins (PAOs), Esters, Poly Alkyne Glycols (PAGs), Group III), Product Type (Engine Oils, Hydraulic Fluids, Metalworking Fluids, Compressor Oils, Turbine Oils), & Region - Global Forecast to 2028
The synthetic lubricants market is poised for steady growth, with a projected value of USD 48.0 billion by 2028, exhibiting a robust CAGR of 3.1% from its 2023 value of USD 41.2 billion. Automotive engines, transmissions, and drivetrains frequently employ synthetic lubricants. In comparison to traditional mineral-based lubricants, they provide superior viscosity stability, thermal stability, and oxidation resistance, which enhances engine performance, fuel efficiency, and durability. Synthetic motor oils are especially well-liked in racing and high-performance automobiles.
Scope of the Report
Years Considered for the Study
2017-2028
Base Year
2022
Forecast Period
2023-2028
Units Considered
Value (USD Million) and Volume (Kiloton)
Segments
Type, Product type, and Region
Regions covered
Asia Pacific, North America, Europe, Middle East & Africa, and South America
"Esters segment is projected to be the fastest growing type of synthetic lubricants, in terms of value, during the forecast period."
Ester oils have a high resistance to thermal breakdown, making them suitable for use in applications where high temperatures are encountered. They maintain their lubricating properties even at elevated temperatures, reducing the risk of oil degradation and ensuring consistent performance. Because of their exceptional oxidation resistance, ester oils help keep varnish and sludge deposits in the lubricating system from forming. This prolongs the life of the lubricant and the components it lubricates, improving equipment reliability.
"Compressor Oils segment to be the fastest growing product type for synthetic lubricants market, in terms of value, during the forecast period"
Synthetic lubricants are widely used in various types of compressors across different industries due to their superior performance and properties. Rotating screw compressors, which are frequently found in industrial settings for uses including air compression in manufacturing plants, pneumatic tools, and process air systems, frequently use synthetic lubricants. Excellent lubrication, thermal stability, and oxidation resistance are provided by synthetic compressor lubricants, which contribute to the compressor's extended service life and continued effective operation.
"Asia Pacific was the largest synthetic lubricants market in 2022, in terms of value."
The Asia Pacific region is undergoing rapid industrialization and urbanization, driving demand for machinery, vehicles, and equipment that require high-performance lubricants. As industries expand and modernize, there is a growing need for synthetic lubricants to ensure efficient operation and extended equipment life. With rising car sales and manufacturing, the Asia Pacific automotive sector is flourishing. Automotive engines, transmissions, and drivetrains frequently employ synthetic lubricants because they offer the best resistance to heat, friction, and wear. Synthetic lubricants are becoming more widely used as consumers seek greater engine performance and fuel efficiency.
In the meticulous process of determining and verifying market sizes for multiple segments and subsegments, extensive primary interviews were conducted. A breakdown of the profiles of the primary interviewees are as follows:
By Company Type: Tier 1 - 69%, Tier 2 - 23%, and Tier 3 - 8%
By Designation: - Director Level - 37%, C-Level - 23%, and Others - 40%
By Region: North America - 32%, Europe - 21%, Asia Pacific - 28%, South America - 7%, and Middle East & Africa - 12%,
The key market players illustrated in the report include Shell plc (UK), BP p.l.c (UK)., Exxon Mobil Corporation (US), TotalEnergies SE (France), FUCHS (Germany), Chevron Corporation (US), Idemitsu Kosan Co., Ltd. (Japan), China Petroleum & Chemical Corporation (China), LUKOIL (Russia), and Petroliam Nasional Berhad (PETRONAS) (Malaysia).
Research Coverage
This report segments the market for synthetic lubricants on the basis of type, product type, and region, and provides estimations for the overall value (USD Million) of the market across various regions. A detailed analysis of key industry players has been conducted to provide insights into their business overviews, products & services, key strategies, new product launches, expansions, and mergers & acquisition associated with the market for bio-based leather.
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This research report is focused on various levels of analysis - industry analysis (industry trends), market ranking analysis of top players, and company profiles, which together provide an overall view on the competitive landscape; emerging and high-growth segments of the synthetic lubricants market; high-growth regions; and market drivers, restraints, opportunities, and challenges.
The report provides insights on the following pointers:
Analysis of key drivers (High growth of construction industry in Asia Pacific and Middle East & Africa, Growth in offshore exploration and production activities, Growing demand for high-quality lubricants), restraints (Rise in demand for alternative fuels, Stringent environmental regulations), opportunities (Leveraging e-commerce industry to increase customer reach, Advancements in synthetic lubricants technologies), and challenges (Emergence of alternative technologies, Rising raw material prices)
Market Penetration: Comprehensive information on synthetic lubricants offered by top players in the global synthetic lubricants market
Product Development/Innovation: Detailed insights on upcoming technologies, research & development activities, and new product launches in the synthetic lubricants
Market Development: Comprehensive information about lucrative emerging markets - the report analyzes the markets for synthetic lubricants across regions
Market Diversification: Exhaustive information about new products, untapped regions, and recent developments in the global synthetic lubricants market
Competitive Assessment: In-depth assessment of market shares, strategies, products, and manufacturing capabilities of leading players in the synthetic lubricants market
Impact of recession on synthetic lubricants
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 INTRODUCTION
1.1 STUDY OBJECTIVES
1.2 MARKET DEFINITION
1.2.1 INCLUSIONS AND EXCLUSIONS
1.2.2 MARKET DEFINITIONS AND INCLUSIONS, BY TYPE
1.2.3 MARKET DEFINITIONS AND INCLUSIONS, BY PRODUCT TYPE
1.2.4 MARKET DEFINITIONS AND INCLUSIONS, BY END-USE INDUSTRY
1.3 MARKET SCOPE
1.3.1 MARKET SEGMENTATION
1.3.2 REGIONS COVERED
1.4 YEARS CONSIDERED
1.5 CURRENCY CONSIDERED
1.6 UNITS CONSIDERED
1.7 STAKEHOLDERS
1.8 SUMMARY OF CHANGES
1.8.1 IMPACT OF RECESSION
2 RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
2.1 RESEARCH DATA
FIGURE 1 RESEARCH DESIGN
2.1.1 SECONDARY DATA
2.1.2 PRIMARY DATA
2.1.2.1 Interviews with experts-demand and supply sides
2.1.2.2 Key industry insights
2.1.2.3 Breakdown of interviews with experts
2.2 MARKET SIZE ESTIMATION
2.2.1 BOTTOM UP APPROACH
FIGURE 2 MARKET SIZE ESTIMATION METHODOLOGY: APPROACH 1 (SUPPLY SIDE): COLLECTIVE SHARE OF MAJOR PLAYERS
FIGURE 3 MARKET SIZE ESTIMATION METHODOLOGY: APPROACH 2 BOTTOM UP (SUPPLY SIDE): COLLECTIVE REVENUE OF ALL PRODUCTS
FIGURE 4 MARKET SIZE ESTIMATION METHODOLOGY: APPROACH 3 - BOTTOM UP (DEMAND SIDE): PRODUCTS SOLD
2.3 DATA TRIANGULATION
FIGURE 5 DATA TRIANGULATION
2.4 GROWTH RATE ASSUMPTIONS/GROWTH FORECASTS
2.4.1 SUPPLY SIDE
FIGURE 6 MARKET GROWTH PROJECTION FROM SUPPLY SIDE
2.4.2 DEMAND SIDE
FIGURE 7 MARKET GROWTH PROJECTION FROM DEMAND SIDE DRIVERS AND OPPORTUNITIES
2.5 IMPACT OF RECESSION
2.6 ASSUMPTIONS
2.7 LIMITATIONS
2.8 RISK ASSESSMENT
TABLE 1 RISK ASSESSMENT
3 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
FIGURE 8 PAOS SEGMENT ACCOUNTED FOR LARGEST MARKET SHARE IN 2023
FIGURE 9 COMPRESSOR OIL TO BE FASTEST-GROWING SEGMENT IN SYNTHETIC LUBRICANTS MARKET
FIGURE 10 ASIA PACIFIC ACCOUNTED FOR LARGEST SHARE OF SYNTHETIC LUBRICANTS MARKET IN 2022
4 PREMIUM INSIGHTS
4.1 ATTRACTIVE OPPORTUNITIES FOR PLAYERS IN SYNTHETIC LUBRICANTS MARKET
FIGURE 11 EMERGING ECONOMIES IN ASIA PACIFIC TO FUEL MARKET DEMAND
4.2 ASIA PACIFIC SYNTHETIC LUBRICANTS MARKET, BY APPLICATION AND COUNTRY
FIGURE 12 CHINA LED ASIA PACIFIC SYNTHETIC LUBRICANTS MARKET IN 2022
4.3 SYNTHETIC LUBRICANTS MARKET, BY REGION
FIGURE 13 ASIA PACIFIC ACCOUNTED FOR LARGEST MARKET SHARE IN 2022
4.4 SYNTHETIC LUBRICANTS MARKET, BY PRODUCT TYPE
FIGURE 14 ENGINE OILS SEGMENT ACCOUNTED FOR LARGEST MARKET SHARE IN 2023
4.5 SYNTHETIC LUBRICANTS MARKET, BY TYPE VS. REGION
FIGURE 15 PAO WAS DOMINANT SEGMENT IN SYNTHETIC LUBRICANTS MARKET IN MOST REGIONS IN 2022
4.6 SYNTHETIC LUBRICANTS MARKET ATTRACTIVENESS
FIGURE 16 CHINA TO BE FASTEST-GROWING MARKET DURING FORECAST PERIOD
5 MARKET OVERVIEW
5.1 INTRODUCTION
5.2 MARKET DYNAMICS
FIGURE 17 DRIVERS, RESTRAINTS, OPPORTUNITIES, AND CHALLENGES IN SYNTHETIC LUBRICANTS MARKET
5.2.1 DRIVERS
5.2.1.1 Significant growth of construction industry in Asia Pacific and Middle East & Africa
5.2.1.2 Growth in offshore exploration and production activities
5.2.1.3 Growing demand for high-quality lubricants
5.2.1.4 Rise in automation in construction industry
5.2.2 RESTRAINTS
5.2.2.1 Rise in demand for alternative fuels
5.2.2.2 Stringent environmental regulations
5.2.3 OPPORTUNITIES
5.2.3.1 Leveraging e-commerce industry to increase customer reach
5.2.3.2 Advancements in synthetic lubricant technologies
5.2.4 CHALLENGES
5.2.4.1 Emergence of alternative technologies
5.2.4.2 Rising raw material prices
TABLE 2 CRUDE OIL PRICE TRENDS (2019-2022)
5.3 PORTER'S FIVE FORCES ANALYSIS
FIGURE 18 PORTER'S FIVE FORCES ANALYSIS
5.3.1 THREAT OF SUBSTITUTES
5.3.2 THREAT OF NEW ENTRANTS
5.3.3 BARGAINING POWER OF SUPPLIERS
5.3.4 BARGAINING POWER OF BUYERS
5.3.5 INTENSITY OF COMPETITIVE RIVALRY
TABLE 3 SYNTHETIC LUBRICANTS MARKET: PORTER'S FIVE FORCES ANALYSIS
5.4 MACROECONOMIC INDICATORS
5.4.1 GDP TRENDS AND FORECAST FOR MAJOR ECONOMIES
TABLE 4 GDP TRENDS AND FORECAST FOR MAJOR ECONOMIES, 2020-2028 (USD BILLION)
6 INDUSTRY TRENDS
6.1 SUPPLY CHAIN ANALYSIS
FIGURE 19 SUPPLY CHAIN
6.1.1 RAW MATERIALS
6.1.2 MANUFACTURERS
6.1.3 DISTRIBUTION TO END USERS
6.1.4 END-USE INDUSTRIES
6.2 TRENDS/DISRUPTIONS IMPACTING CUSTOMER BUSINESS
FIGURE 20 REVENUE SHIFT FOR SYNTHETIC LUBRICANTS MARKET
6.3 ECOSYSTEM ANALYSIS/MARKET MAP
FIGURE 21 ECOSYSTEM
TABLE 5 ECOSYSTEM
6.4 CASE STUDIES
6.4.1 LUBRICATION FAILURE IN SHIP'S MAIN ENGINE: CAUSE, EFFECT, AND SOLUTION
6.4.2 KLUBER LUBRICATION LAUNCHES INNOVATIVE SOLUTION FOR SUSTAINABLE SHIP PROPULSION
6.4.3 CHEVRON ORONITE INTRODUCES NEW MARINE CYLINDER LUBRICANT ADDITIVE PACKAGE FOR IMO 2020-COMPLIANT FUELS
6.5 TECHNOLOGY ANALYSIS
6.5.1 KEY TECHNOLOGIES
6.5.1.1 Nanotechnology in synthetic lubricants
6.5.2 COMPLEMENTARY TECHNOLOGIES
6.5.2.1 Refining process technologies
6.5.2.2 Re-refining technology
6.5.2.3 SO2 scrubbing system technology
6.6 KEY STAKEHOLDERS AND BUYING CRITERIA
6.6.1 KEY STAKEHOLDERS IN BUYING PROCESS
FIGURE 22 INFLUENCE OF STAKEHOLDERS ON BUYING PROCESS FOR TOP THREE PRODUCT TYPES
TABLE 6 INFLUENCE OF STAKEHOLDERS ON BUYING PROCESS FOR TOP THREE PRODUCT TYPES (%)
6.6.2 BUYING CRITERIA
FIGURE 23 KEY BUYING CRITERIA FOR TOP THREE PRODUCT TYPES
TABLE 7 KEY BUYING CRITERIA FOR TOP THREE PRODUCT TYPES
6.7 PRICING ANALYSIS
6.7.1 AVERAGE SELLING PRICE TREND, BY REGION
FIGURE 24 AVERAGE SELLING PRICE TREND OF SYNTHETIC LUBRICANTS, BY REGION (USD/KG)
TABLE 8 AVERAGE SELLING PRICE TREND OF SYNTHETIC LUBRICANTS, BY REGION (USD/KG)
6.7.2 AVERAGE SELLING PRICE TREND OF KEY PLAYERS, BY PRODUCT TYPE
FIGURE 25 AVERAGE SELLING PRICE TREND OF KEY PLAYERS, BY PRODUCT TYPE
TABLE 9 AVERAGE SELLING PRICE TREND OF KEY PLAYERS, BY PRODUCT TYPE (USD/KG)
6.8 TRADE ANALYSIS
6.8.1 IMPORT SCENARIO OF SYNTHETIC LUBRICANTS
FIGURE 26 IMPORTS OF SYNTHETIC LUBRICANTS, BY KEY COUNTRY, 2013-2021
TABLE 10 IMPORTS OF SYNTHETIC LUBRICANTS, BY REGION, 2013-2021 (USD MILLION)
6.8.2 EXPORT SCENARIO OF SYNTHETIC LUBRICANTS
FIGURE 27 EXPORTS OF SYNTHETIC LUBRICANTS, BY KEY COUNTRY, 2013-2021
TABLE 11 EXPORTS OF SYNTHETIC LUBRICANTS, BY REGION, 2013-2021 (USD MILLION)
6.9 REGULATORY LANDSCAPE OF SYNTHETIC LUBRICANTS
6.9.1 REGULATIONS FOR SYNTHETIC LUBRICANTS
TABLE 12 NORTH AMERICA: REGULATIONS FOR SYNTHETIC LUBRICANTS
TABLE 13 EUROPE: REGULATIONS FOR SYNTHETIC LUBRICANTS
TABLE 14 ASIA PACIFIC: REGULATIONS FOR SYNTHETIC LUBRICANTS
TABLE 15 MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA: REGULATIONS FOR SYNTHETIC LUBRICANTS
TABLE 16 SOUTH AMERICA: REGULATIONS FOR SYNTHETIC LUBRICANTS
6.9.2 REGULATORY BODIES, GOVERNMENT AGENCIES, AND OTHER ORGANIZATIONS
6.10 KEY CONFERENCES & EVENTS, 2024-2025
TABLE 17 DETAILED LIST OF CONFERENCES & EVENTS, 2024-2025
6.11 INVESTMENT LANDSCAPE
6.12 PATENT ANALYSIS
6.12.1 APPROACH
6.12.2 DOCUMENT TYPE
TABLE 18 PATENT STATUS AND COUNT
FIGURE 28 PATENTS REGISTERED IN SYNTHETIC LUBRICANTS MARKET, 2012-2022
FIGURE 29 PATENT PUBLICATION TRENDS, 2012-2022
FIGURE 30 LEGAL STATUS OF PATENTS FILED IN SYNTHETIC LUBRICANTS MARKET
6.12.3 JURISDICTION ANALYSIS
FIGURE 31 MAXIMUM PATENTS FILED IN JURISDICTION OF US
6.12.4 TOP APPLICANTS
FIGURE 32 LUBRIZOL CORPORATION REGISTERED MAXIMUM NUMBER OF PATENTS BETWEEN 2012 AND 2022
TABLE 19 LIST OF PATENTS BY LUBRIZOL CORPORATION
7 SYNTHETIC LUBRICANTS MARKET, BY TYPE
7.1 INTRODUCTION
FIGURE 33 ESTERS SEGMENT TO REGISTER HIGHEST CAGR DURING FORECAST PERIOD
TABLE 20 SYNTHETIC LUBRICANTS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2017-2021 (USD MILLION)
TABLE 21 SYNTHETIC LUBRICANTS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2022-2028 (USD MILLION)
TABLE 22 SYNTHETIC LUBRICANTS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2017-2021 (KILOTON)
TABLE 23 SYNTHETIC LUBRICANTS MARKET, BY TYPE, 2022-2028 (KILOTON)
7.2 POLYALPHAOLEFINS (PAOS)
7.2.1 WIDE OPERATIONAL TEMPERATURE RANGE AND OXIDATIVE STABILITY TO DRIVE MARKET
TABLE 273 PETROLIAM NASIONAL BERHAD (PETRONAS): COMPANY OVERVIEW
FIGURE 56 PETROLIAM NASIONAL BERHAD (PETRONAS): COMPANY SNAPSHOT
TABLE 274 PETROLIAM NASIONAL BERHAD (PETRONAS): PRODUCTS/SOLUTIONS/ SERVICES OFFERED
TABLE 275 PETROLIAM NASIONAL BERHAD (PETRONAS): DEALS
TABLE 276 PETROLIAM NASIONAL BERHAD (PETRONAS): OTHER DEVELOPMENTS
*Details on Business overview, Products/Solutions/Services offered, Recent Developments, Product launches, Deals, Other developments, MnM view, Right to win, Strategic choices, Weaknesses and competitive threats might not be captured in case of unlisted companies.
12.2 STARTUPS/SMES
12.2.1 INDIAN OIL CORPORATION LTD.
TABLE 277 INDIAN OIL CORPORATION LTD.: COMPANY OVERVIEW
12.2.2 ENEOS HOLDINGS, INC.
TABLE 278 ENEOS HOLDINGS, INC.: COMPANY OVERVIEW
12.2.3 GULF OIL INTERNATIONAL LTD.
TABLE 279 GULF OIL INTERNATIONAL LTD.: COMPANY OVERVIEW
12.2.4 ENOC COMPANY
TABLE 280 ENOC COMPANY: COMPANY OVERVIEW
12.2.5 ENI S.P.A.
TABLE 281 ENI S.P.A.: COMPANY OVERVIEW
12.2.6 SK INC.
TABLE 282 SK INC.: COMPANY OVERVIEW
12.2.7 CEPSA
TABLE 283 CEPSA: COMPANY OVERVIEW
12.2.8 GAZPROMNEFT-SM LLC
TABLE 284 GAZPROMNEFT-SM LLC: COMPANY OVERVIEW
12.2.9 ADDINOL LUBE OIL GMBH
TABLE 285 ADDINOL LUBE OIL GMBH: COMPANY OVERVIEW
12.2.10 BEL-RAY COMPANY LLC
TABLE 286 BEL-RAY COMPANY LLC: COMPANY OVERVIEW
12.2.11 MORRIS LUBRICANTS
TABLE 287 MORRIS LUBRICANTS: COMPANY OVERVIEW
12.2.12 PENRITE OIL COMPANY
TABLE 288 PENRITE OIL COMPANY: COMPANY OVERVIEW
12.2.13 LIQUI MOLY GMBH
TABLE 289 LIQUI MOLY GMBH: COMPANY OVERVIEW
12.2.14 DYADE LUBRICANTS
TABLE 290 DYADE LUBRICANTS: COMPANY OVERVIEW
12.2.15 KLUBER LUBRICATION
TABLE 291 KLUBER LUBRICATION: COMPANY OVERVIEW
SSS13 ADJACENT & RELATED MARKETS
13.1 INTRODUCTION
13.2 LIMITATIONS
13.3 MARINE LUBRICANTS MARKET
13.3.1 MARKET DEFINITION
13.3.2 MARKET OVERVIEW
13.4 MARINE LUBRICANTS MARKET, BY REGION
TABLE 292 MARINE LUBRICANTS MARKET, BY REGION, 2017-2022 (USD MILLION)
TABLE 293 MARINE LUBRICANTS MARKET, BY REGION, 2023-2028 (USD MILLION)
TABLE 294 MARINE LUBRICANTS MARKET, BY REGION, 2017-2022 (KILOTON)
TABLE 295 MARINE LUBRICANTS MARKET, BY REGION, 2023-2028 (KILOTON)
13.4.1 NORTH AMERICA
TABLE 296 NORTH AMERICA: MARINE LUBRICANTS MARKET, BY COUNTRY, 2017-2022 (USD MILLION)
TABLE 297 NORTH AMERICA: MARINE LUBRICANTS MARKET, BY COUNTRY, 2023-2028 (USD MILLION)
TABLE 298 NORTH AMERICA: MARINE LUBRICANTS MARKET, BY COUNTRY, 2017-2022 (KILOTON)
TABLE 299 NORTH AMERICA: MARINE LUBRICANTS MARKET, BY COUNTRY, 2023-2028 (KILOTON)
13.4.2 ASIA PACIFIC
TABLE 300 ASIA PACIFIC: MARINE LUBRICANTS MARKET, BY COUNTRY, 2017-2022 (USD MILLION)
TABLE 301 ASIA PACIFIC: MARINE LUBRICANTS MARKET, BY COUNTRY, 2023-2028 (USD MILLION)
TABLE 302 ASIA PACIFIC: MARINE LUBRICANTS MARKET, BY COUNTRY, 2017-2022 (KILOTON)
TABLE 303 ASIA PACIFIC: MARINE LUBRICANTS MARKET, BY COUNTRY, 2023-2028 (KILOTON)