Methanol Market by Feedstock (Natural Gas, Coal), Derivative (Formaldehyde, MTO/MTP, Gasoline, MTBE, MMA, Acetic Acid, DME, Biodiesel), Sub-Derivative, End-use Industry (Automotive, Construction, Electronics), and Region - Global Forecasts to 2030
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The global methanol market is expected to grow from USD 45.56 billion in 2025 to USD 55.80 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 4.1% from 2025 to 2030.
Scope of the Report
Years Considered for the Study
2021-2030
Base Year
2024
Forecast Period
2025-2030
Units Considered
Value (USD Million/Billion), Volume (Thousand Metric Tons)
Segments
Feedstock, Derivative, Subderivative, and End-use Industry
Regions covered
North America, Asia Pacific, Europe, Middle East & Africa, and South America
Methanol is mainly used to produce formaldehyde, acetic acid, and various resins and adhesives in the building, automotive, and electronics industries. These sectors continue to grow due to increased automotive manufacturing and infrastructure development. In China, methanol-powered vehicles have gained official support, promoting their use as a clean-burning alternative fuel, either alone or mixed with gasoline (e.g., M15 and M85 fuels). Additionally, stricter emissions standards from the International Maritime Organization (IMO) drive the adoption of methanol as a marine fuel. The rising demand for methanol derivatives, such as formaldehyde and MTO, also boosts market growth.
"The coal segment is estimated to be the fastest-growing segment of the methanol market during 2025 to 2030."
Coal is projected to be the fastest-growing segment in the feedstock market throughout the forecast period. Among the different types of coal, lignite stands out as a promising sustainable option for large-scale methanol production due to its abundant reserves and favorable characteristics. Various coal types, including anthracite, bituminous, sub-bituminous, and lignite, can be used effectively as feedstocks in methanol manufacturing. The increasing demand for coal as a feedstock is primarily driven by its low cost and widespread availability, making it an attractive choice for producers looking to optimize their resources in the methanol industry.
"By derivative, the MTO/MTP segment is estimated to be the fastest-growing segment of the methanol market during 2025 to 2030."
The MTO/MTP segment is expected to experience the fastest growth during the forecast period, as indicated by the derivative segment. The petrochemical industry is seeing an increasing demand for olefins. Demand for MTO plants is particularly rising in countries like China, where MTO is used for olefin production. The primary goal of the MTP process, a variation of the MTO process, is to produce propylene. This process uses the same methods as the MTO technique for converting methanol into propylene.
"By subderivative, the olefins segment is estimated to be the fastest-growing segment of the methanol market during 2025 to 2030."
Olefins are expected to be the fastest-growing segment during the forecast period, as indicated by the sub-derivative segment. Their demand is particularly high in the construction sector. Olefins serve as a fundamental material in the production of various chemical and polymer products, including plastics, detergents, adhesives, rubber, and food packaging. The methanol-to-olefins (MTO) and methanol-to-propylene (MTP) processes offer alternative methods for producing olefins by using methanol as a feedstock instead of traditional fossil fuel-based sources.
"By end-use industry, the solvent segment is estimated to be the fastest-growing segment of the methanol market during 2025 to 2030."
The solvents segment is expected to see the fastest growth during the forecast period, depending on the end-use industry. The Asia Pacific leads the methanol market in the solvents segment, mainly due to significant growth in the construction sector. Methanol is widely used as a solvent in laboratories for various analytical and research purposes. Its affordability and compatibility with most analytical techniques make it a popular choice in lab settings.
"The methanol market in the Asia Pacific is projected to witness the highest CAGR during the forecast period."
The methanol market in the Asia Pacific region is expected to grow at a CAGR of 4.4 percent from 2025 to 2030. This growth is driven by rising demand for UF/PF resins and methanol as an emerging vehicle fuel. China, the largest consumer of methanol in the region, is seeing increased demand due to expanding infrastructure, rapid industrialization, and a growing chemical industry, with applications in formaldehyde, acetic acid, olefins, and fuel blending.
Profile break-up of primary participants for the report:
By Company Type: Tier 1 - 40%, Tier 2 - 20%, and Tier 3 - 40%
By Designation: C-level Executives - 20%, Directors - 50%, and Others - 30%
By Region: Asia Pacific - 30%, Europe - 40%, North America - 20%, the Middle East & Africa- 5%, and South America - 5%
Methanex Corporation (Canada), Valenz (Switzerland), SABIC (Saudi Arabia), Yankuang Energy Group Company Limited (China), Zagros Petrochemical Company (ZPC) (Iran), Celanese Corporation (Texas), BASF SE (Germany), and Petroliam Nasional Berhad (PETRONAS) (Malaysia) are some prominent players in the market. These players have adopted acquisitions, expansions, product launches, and partnerships to increase their market share and business revenue.
Research Coverage:
The report outlines, categorizes, and predicts the size of the methanol market based on derivatives, subderivatives, end-use applications, and regions. It strategically profiles key players and thoroughly analyzes their market share and core competencies. Additionally, the report tracks and examines competitive developments, including acquisitions, agreements, investments, joint ventures, mergers, product launches, expansions, divestments, and partnerships undertaken by these companies in the market.
Reasons to Buy the Report:
The report is expected to help market leaders and new entrants by providing them with the closest approximations of revenue numbers for the methanol market and its segments. It is also expected to help stakeholders obtain an improved understanding of the competitive landscape of the market, gain insights to improve their businesses' positions, and develop suitable go-to-market strategies. It also enables stakeholders to understand the pulse of the market and provides them with information on key market drivers, restraints, challenges, and opportunities.
The report provides insights on the following points:
Analysis of critical drivers (increasing demand for chemicals in Asia Pacific, growing demand from automotive and construction industries), restraints (use of fuel grade ethanol), opportunities (use of methanol as an alternative fuel in marine and manufacturing industries), and challenges (capital-intensive environment, volatility in feedstock prices) influencing the growth of the methanol market.
Product Development and Innovation: This section provides detailed insights into upcoming technologies and research and development activities within the methanol market.
Market Development: This part offers comprehensive information about lucrative markets, analyzing the methanol market across various regions.
Market Diversification: Here, you will find extensive information about new products and services, untapped geographic areas, recent developments, and investments in the methanol market.
Competitive Assessment: An in-depth evaluation of market shares, growth strategies, and service offerings of leading players in the methanol market, including Methanex Corporation (Canada), Valenz (Switzerland), SABIC (Saudi Arabia), Yankuang Energy Group Company Limited (China), Zagros Petrochemical Company (ZPC) (Iran), Celanese Corporation (Texas), and BASF SE (Germany).
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 INTRODUCTION
1.1 STUDY OBJECTIVES
1.2 MARKET DEFINITION
1.3 STUDY SCOPE
1.3.1 MARKETS COVERED AND REGIONAL SPREAD
1.3.2 INCLUSIONS & EXCLUSIONS
1.3.3 YEARS CONSIDERED
1.3.4 CURRENCY CONSIDERED
1.3.5 UNIT CONSIDERED
1.4 STAKEHOLDERS
1.5 SUMMARY OF CHANGES
2 RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
2.1 RESEARCH DATA
2.1.1 SECONDARY DATA
2.1.1.1 Key data from secondary sources
2.1.2 PRIMARY DATA
2.1.2.1 Key data from primary sources
2.1.2.2 List of participating companies for primary research
2.1.2.3 Key industry insights
2.1.2.4 Breakdown of primary interviews
2.2 MARKET SIZE ESTIMATION
2.2.1 GROWTH FORECAST
2.3 BASE NUMBER CALCULATION
2.3.1 SUPPLY-SIDE APPROACH
2.3.2 DEMAND-SIDE APPROACH
2.4 DATA TRIANGULATION
2.5 RESEARCH ASSUMPTIONS & LIMITATIONS
2.5.1 RESEARCH ASSUMPTIONS
2.5.2 RISK ASSESSMENT
2.5.3 RESEARCH LIMITATIONS
3 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
4 PREMIUM INSIGHTS
4.1 ATTRACTIVE OPPORTUNITIES IN METHANOL MARKET
4.2 METHANOL MARKET, BY DERIVATIVE
4.3 ASIA PACIFIC METHANOL MARKET, BY FEEDSTOCK AND COUNTRY
4.4 METHANOL MARKET: MAJOR COUNTRIES
5 MARKET OVERVIEW
5.1 INTRODUCTION
5.2 MARKET DYNAMICS
5.2.1 DRIVERS
5.2.1.1 Growing demand in traditional chemical and energy applications
5.2.1.2 Growing demand for methanol in fuel applications
5.2.2 RESTRAINTS
5.2.2.1 Use of fuel-grade ethanol
5.2.3 OPPORTUNITIES
5.2.3.1 Use of methanol as an alternative fuel in marine and manufacturing industries
5.2.4 CHALLENGES
5.2.4.1 Capital-intensive requirements for using methanol
5.2.4.2 Strong competition from hydrogen, biofuels, and battery-electric solutions
5.3 PORTER'S FIVE FORCES ANALYSIS
5.3.1 THREAT OF NEW ENTRANTS
5.3.2 THREAT OF SUBSTITUTES
5.3.3 BARGAINING POWER OF SUPPLIERS
5.3.4 BARGAINING POWER OF BUYERS
5.3.5 INTENSITY OF COMPETITIVE RIVALRY
5.4 KEY STAKEHOLDERS AND BUYING CRITERIA
5.4.1 KEY STAKEHOLDERS IN BUYING PROCESS
5.4.2 BUYING CRITERIA
5.5 MACROECONOMIC INDICATORS
5.5.1 TRENDS AND FORECAST OF REAL GDP
5.5.2 TRENDS & FORECAST FOR ELECTRONICS INDUSTRY
5.5.3 TRENDS & FORECAST FOR CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY
5.5.4 TRENDS & FORECAST FOR MANUFACTURING INDUSTRY
5.5.5 TRENDS & FORECAST FOR OIL & GAS INDUSTRY
6 INDUSTRY TRENDS
6.1 ECOSYSTEM ANALYSIS
6.2 SUPPLY CHAIN ANALYSIS
6.3 VALUE CHAIN ANALYSIS
6.3.1 PROMINENT COMPANIES
6.3.2 SMALL & MEDIUM ENTERPRISES
6.4 TRADE ANALYSIS
6.4.1 IMPORT DATA FOR HS CODE 290511
6.4.2 EXPORT DATA FOR HS CODE 290511
6.5 TRENDS/DISRUPTIONS IMPACTING CUSTOMERS' BUSINESS
6.6 PATENT ANALYSIS
6.6.1 METHODOLOGY
6.6.2 LIST OF MAJOR PATENTS
6.7 TECHNOLOGY ANALYSIS
6.8 KEY TECHNOLOGIES
6.8.1 CATALYTIC CONVERSION
6.8.2 LOW-PRESSURE METHANOL SYNTHESIS
6.8.3 ADJACENT TECHNOLIGIES
6.8.4 METHANOL-TO-OLEFINS (MTO) TECHNOLOGY
6.8.5 METHANOL-TO-GASOLINE (MTG) TECHNOLOGY
6.9 REGULATORY LANDSCAPE
6.9.1 INTRODUCTION
6.9.2 KEY REGULATIONS
6.9.3 REGULATORY BODIES, GOVERNMENT AGENCIES, AND OTHER ORGANIZATIONS
6.9.3.1 North America: Regulatory bodies, government agencies and other organizations
6.9.3.2 Asia Pacific: Regulatory bodies, government agencies and other organizations
6.9.3.3 Europe: Regulatory bodies, government agencies and other organizations
6.9.4 REGULATORY FRAMEWORK
6.10 POTENTIAL OF METHANOL FOR CO2 EMISSION REDUCTION
6.10.1 METHANOL AS A FUTURE FUEL
6.10.2 LEGISLATIONS DRIVE DEMAND FOR CLEAN FUELS
6.10.3 APPLICATIONS FOR CO2 EMISSION CONTROL
6.10.4 FUTURE OUTLOOK
6.11 METHANOL PRODUCTION COST ANALYSIS, BY FEEDSTOCK
6.11.1 LIST OF CONVENTIONAL METHANOL PLANTS
6.12 RENEWABLE METHANOL
6.12.1 TYPES OF RENEWABLE METHANOL
6.12.1.1 Bio-methanol
6.12.1.2 E-methanol
6.12.2 PRODUCTION PROCESS
6.12.3 PROS AND CONS OF RENEWABLE METHANOL
6.12.4 FUTURE MARKET POTENTIAL FOR RENEWABLE METHANOL
6.12.5 LIST OF EXISTING AND PROPOSED RENEWABLE METHANOL PLANTS AND THEIR CAPACITIES
6.12.5.1 Bio-methanol from biomass and MSW
6.12.5.2 Bio-methanol from biogas
6.12.5.3 Bio-methanol from wood pulp
6.12.5.4 Methanol from CO2 (E-Methanol)
6.13 CASE STUDY ANALYSIS
6.13.1 CASE STUDY 1: CARBON RECYCLING INTERNATIONAL- RENEWABLE METHANOL FROM CO2
6.13.2 CASE STUDY 2: ENERKEM-RENEWABLE METHANOL FROM MUNICIPAL SOLID WASTE
6.13.3 CASE STUDY 3: BIOMCN-RENEWABLE METHANOL FROM BIOGAS
6.14 KEY CONFERENCES AND EVENTS, 2024
6.15 PRICING ANALYSIS
6.15.1 AVERAGE SELLING PRICE, BY REGION
6.15.2 AVERAGE SELLING PRICE, BY FEEDSTOCK
6.15.3 AVERAGE SELLING PRICE, BY END-USE INDUSTRY
6.16 INVESTMENT AND FUNDING SCENARIO
6.17 IMPACT OF 2025 US TARIFFS-METHANOL MARKET
6.17.1 INTRODUCTION
6.17.2 KEY TARIFF RATES
6.17.3 KEY TARIFF RATES
6.17.4 PRICE IMPACT ANALYSIS
6.18 IMPACT ON COUNTRIES/REGIONS
6.18.1 US
6.18.2 EUROPE
6.18.3 ASIA PACIFIC
6.18.4 IMPACT ON END-USE INDUSTRIES
7 METHANOL MARKET, BY FEEDSTOCK
7.1 INTRODUCTION
7.2 COAL
7.2.1 VAST COAL RESERVES TO SUPPORT CHINA'S LARGE-SCALE METHANOL PRODUCTION
7.3 NATURAL GAS
7.3.1 RISING USE OF NATURAL GAS AS MAJOR FEEDSTOCK FOR METHANOL PRODUCTION TO DRIVE MARKET
7.4 OTHER FEEDSTOCKS
8 METHANOL MARKET, BY DERIVATIVE
8.1 INTRODUCTION
8.2 FORMALDEHYDE
8.2.1 MASSIVE ECONOMIC EXPANSION AND GROWING PRODUCTION ACTIVITIES TO DRIVE MARKET