rising crude oil production and transportation needs are driving the growth of the DRA for Oil Pipeline Transportation Market at a CAGR of 7.85% during the forecast period 2025 to 2035

Market Research Future (MRFR) has published a cooked research report on the “Global DRA for Oil Pipeline Transportation Market” that contains the information from 2019 to 2035.

The Global DRA for Oil Pipeline Transportation Market is estimated to register a CAGR of 7.85 % during the forecast period of 2025 to 2035.

MRFR recognizes the following companies as the key players in the Global DRA for Oil Pipeline Transportation Market — Lubrizol, ExxonMobil, Baker Hughes Co., Oil Flux, Innospec, NuGenTec and others.

The Global DRA for Oil Pipeline Transportation Market accounted for registering a CAGR of 7.85 % during the forecast period and is estimated to reach USD 4.88 billion by 2035.

One of the most significant factors driving the market for Drag Reducing Agents is the continuous increase in global oil and gas demand. With economies expanding, industrial activities growing, and transportation needs rising, the consumption of petroleum products continues to surge. Countries that are heavily reliant on oil and gas are expanding their crude oil supply chains, requiring efficient transportation methods. Pipelines serve as the primary mode of transportation for oil and petroleum products, and DRAs help in optimizing these pipeline systems by reducing frictional losses and increasing the overall flow efficiency. As global energy demand rises, oil producers and pipeline operators seek ways to maximize their transportation capacity, thereby fueling the demand for DRAs. This factor is propelling market growth and development.

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Segmental Analysis

The Global DRA for Oil Pipeline Transportation Market has been segmented based on Source, by Form.

Based on Source, this segment includes Polymers, Suspensions, Biological Additives, Surfactants. The Polymers segment dominated the global market in 2024, while the Suspensions segment is projected to be the fastest–growing segment during the forecast period. Polymers are high-molecular-weight macromolecules that function as drag reducers by altering the fluid flow profile within pipelines. These synthetic or naturally derived molecules work by stretching and aligning with the flow direction, thereby reducing turbulence and increasing laminar flow.

Based on Form, this segment includes Liquid and Powder. The Liquid segment dominated the global market in 2024, while the Powder segment is projected to be the fastest–growing segment during the forecast period. Liquid Drag Reducing Agents (DRAs) are chemical additives suspended or dissolved in a liquid carrier, designed to reduce frictional drag within pipeline systems. These DRAs work by modifying the turbulent flow behavior, allowing oil or other fluids to move more efficiently with reduced energy consumption. Liquid DRAs are typically composed of long-chain polymer molecules, which align with the flow direction and reduce turbulence by suppressing eddy currents within the pipeline. The formulation of liquid-based DRAs varies depending on operating temperature, crude oil viscosity, and environmental conditions.

Regional Analysis

Geographically, the Global DRA for Oil Pipeline Transportation Market has been segmented into North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, South America, Middle East & Africa.

Major demand factors driving the North America market are the increasing global demand for oil and gas and pipeline infrastructure expansion and development and rising crude oil production and transportation needs. North America plays a significant role in the global market, with both the U.S. and Canada at the forefront due to their considerable oil and gas extraction and transportation operations. The U.S., specifically, possesses an advanced infrastructure for oil and gas pipelines that requires extensive use of DRAs to improve flow efficiency while reducing the energy costs. Additionally, key industry players and technological innovators present in this region further propel market expansion.

The Asia-Pacific region is expected to grow to the highest CAGR during the forecast time period. China and India play significant roles in this growth. In China, substantial energy consumption coupled with a growing oil and gas pipeline network leads to rising demand for DRAs. The Chinese government's emphasis on improving energy efficiency and cutting operational costs in their oil and gas industry further accelerates market expansion. Similarly, India's increasing investments in pipeline infrastructure aim to satisfy its escalating energy needs—prompting entities like the Indian Oil Corporation along with other prominent companies—to increasingly adopt DRAs for optimizing pipeline operations. Furthermore, countries such as Indonesia and Malaysia within Southeast Asia are also experiencing heightened demand for DRAs due to growing oil and gas industry.

Key Findings of the Study

• The Global DRA for Oil Pipeline Transportation Market is expected to reach USD 4.88 billion by 2035, at a CAGR of 7.85% during the forecast period.


• The North America region accounted for the fastest-growing global market.


• Based on the Source, the Polymers segment was attributed to holding the largest market in 2024.


• Lubrizol, ExxonMobil, Baker Hughes Co., Oil Flux, Innospec, NuGenTec are some of the players in the market.