The global n-propanol market size is expected to reach USD 2,008.1 million by 2028, exhibiting a CAGR of 4.3% during the forecast period. The increasing application in the cosmetic industry will have a tremendous impact on the market growth during the forecast period, states Fortune Business Insights, in a report The n-propanol industry share stood at USD 1,453.1 million in 2020.

The increased demand for n-propanol in the pharmaceutical industry will spur new market opportunities in the forthcoming years. However, the environmental risks associated with this primary alcohol are expected to retard the market's growth in the forthcoming years.

Inclination towards Green Alternatives to Dampen Growth

The shift towards green or bio-based adhesives, paints & coatings, and cosmetics will further impede the market growth. The increasing emission regulations implemented by the government to reduce HAPs, ODCs, and VOCs will retard the development of the market. The growing adoption of green and bio-based alternatives for production by Dirk Rossmann GmbH, Revlon Inc., and Symrise AG will further restrict the global n-propanol market growth. Environmental constraints regarding the use of n-propanol and high volatile organic compound (VOC) emissions are expected to hamper the growth of the market. It is highly flammable and can cause severe health effects, including nausea, cancer, or central nervous system damage, which, in turn, can inhibit market growth.

Coatings to Account for the Largest Share

Based on application, the market is divided into coatings, food additives, pharmaceutical, cosmetics, and others. The growing demand for coatings in the construction industry will stimulate the segment’s growth. The increasing demand for this product in the cosmetics industry to maintain the fluidity for easy application will influence development.  The rise in disposable income will boost the consumption of cosmetic products, which, in turn, will aid market growth.

Based on type, the market is divided into ethylene hydrogenation method, allyl alcohol hydrogenation method, and other compounds byproduct method. The ethylene hydrogenation segment is expected to hold the largest share globally due to its efficiency in producing this product.

Based on Geography, the market is divided into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and the Middle East and Africa.

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