According to Fortune Business Insights, The global neopentyl glycol market was valued at USD 1,327.7 million in 2024 and is anticipated to increase from USD 1,407.1 million in 2025 to USD 2,219.1 million by 2032, registering a CAGR of 6.7% during the forecast period. Asia Pacific held the largest share of 44.16% in 2024, leading the global market.
Neopentyl Glycol (NPG) is a multifunctional chemical widely used across diverse industries. It serves as a key raw material in the production of polyester resins, coatings, and lubricants. The market growth is primarily fueled by the increasing utilization of NPG in automotive coatings, powder coatings, and construction materials. Its superior durability, weather resistance, and environmentally friendly attributes make it a preferred choice for manufacturers. This growth is driven by rising demand across coatings, resins, lubricants, and plasticizers industries, supported by expanding automotive and construction activities worldwide.
Increasing demand from coatings and resins:
Neopentyl glycol is a vital component in polyester and alkyd resins used for automotive, industrial, and powder coatings. Its ability to enhance chemical resistance, hardness, and weather durability fuels its consumption in these applications.
Automotive industry expansion:
With rising global automobile production and demand for durable, lightweight coatings, NPG usage continues to grow in automotive surface treatments and high-performance coatings.
Industrial lubricants and plasticizers:
NPG-derived esters are widely used as lubricants and plasticizers, improving performance and longevity in various industrial products.
Technological advancements and sustainability:
Manufacturers are focusing on developing environmentally friendly NPG production methods and bio-based derivatives to meet regulatory standards and reduce environmental impact.
Flakes
Molten
Slurry
Each grade serves specific industrial requirements, depending on storage, transportation, and processing needs.
Coatings & Resins
Plasticizers
Lubricants
Others
Among these, coatings and resins hold the largest market share due to NPG’s extensive use in producing durable and weather-resistant paints.
Automotive
Construction
Electronics
Pharmaceutical
Others
The automotive and construction sectors lead global consumption, supported by infrastructure growth and vehicle production.
Asia Pacific dominates the Neopentyl Glycol market, driven by large-scale manufacturing activities in China, India, Japan, and South Korea. Growing industrialization, automotive output, and coating applications contribute to strong regional demand.
Europe represents a mature market supported by well-established coating and resin industries. Stringent environmental regulations are also encouraging the adoption of advanced and sustainable NPG-based formulations.
The North American market benefits from high demand in industrial coatings, automotive refinishing, and specialty chemicals, with the U.S. as a key contributor.
Emerging economies in Latin America and the Middle East are witnessing gradual growth in NPG usage, driven by construction and industrial developments.
Leading market participants are focusing on:
LG Chem (South Korea)
Perstorp Holding AB (Sweden)
BASF (Germany)
OQ Chemical GmbH (Germany)
MITSUBISHI GAS CHEMICAL COMPANY, INC. (Japan)
Eastman Chemical Company (U.S.)
Zibo Ruibao Chemical Co., LTD. (China)
Ataman Chemicals (Istanbul)
The Chemical Company (U.S.)
DHALOP CHEMICALS (India)
Companies are also pursuing mergers and strategic collaborations to enhance market presence and product portfolios.
Rising adoption of powder coatings in the automotive and construction industries.
Growing trend toward green chemistry and sustainable production routes.
Increasing investments in emerging markets for coating and lubricant applications.
Fluctuations in raw material prices affecting production costs.
Environmental regulations related to chemical manufacturing.
Competition from alternative polyols in certain applications.
2024 Market Size: USD 1,327.7 million
2025 Market Value: USD 1,407.1 million
2032 Forecast: USD 2,219.1 million
CAGR (2025–2032): 6.7%
Dominant Region: Asia Pacific
Top Applications: Coatings & Resins, Lubricants, Plasticizers
The Neopentyl Glycol Market is poised for steady growth through 2032, fueled by expanding applications in coatings, automotive, and construction industries. Its chemical stability, resistance to oxidation, and compatibility with eco-friendly technologies position it as a key material for next-generation coatings and resins.
Manufacturers investing in bio-based innovations, capacity expansions, and regional market development are likely to capture significant opportunities during the forecast period.
July 2023: Zhejiang Guanghua Technology Co., Ltd. and BASF entered a letter of intent to provide Neopentyl glycol from the Zhanjiang Verbund site to KHUA. This collaboration will help BASF cater to the increasing demand for low-emission powder coatings in the Asia Pacific region and China.
October 2022: BASF invested in a new Neopentyl glycol in China with a production capacity of 80,000 metric tons. The new plant will boost BASF’s Neopentyl glycol capacity to 335,000 metric tons annually. The new plant will mainly cater to the growing demand for powder coatings in China.