Paraxylene Market: Information by Product Type (Phthalic Acid, Purified Terephthalic Acid, Dimethyl Terephthalate), Application (Textiles, Electronics, Food Packaging, Beverage Bottling, Construction, and Others) and Region (North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America and the Middle East & Africa) - Forecast till 2030

Paraxylene Market overview:

The global market was valued at $ 36.1 billion in 2016, and it is expected to see a CAGR of 6% and reach 41 billion in the paraxylene market forecast 2021-2030.

Paraxylene, known as PX and it is an automatic hydrocarbon compound and is produced from benzene. Paraxylene is colorless, sweet-smelling, highly flammable, a toxic chemical. Paraxylene can be found in petroleum and coal tar naturally. Paraxylene has a wide range of applications in large-scale manufacturing, and the production of paraxylene is one of the most complicated processes. Demand for polyester manufacturers is one of the major driving factors for the paraxylene market. Paraxylene is majorly used in the manufacturing of dimethyl Terephthalate and purified terephthalic acid. And these products are used in the manufacturing of polyester. Polyester has a huge range of applications, and it is mainly used in fibers, films, PET resin, and other plastic applications. This is expected to see huge growth in demand due to its application of construction materials, packaging, and textiles.

The growing demand for plastic around the world is the key factor for driving the paraxylene market growth. Paraxylene is heavily used to produce plastic products, and as a result, it is utilized for manufacturing Polyethylene Terephthalate bottles commonly, containers for water, soda, and other beverages. Paraxylene is also used in the production of different household products such as cosmetic containers, clothing, curtain fabrics, and other materials. The development of bio-based paraxylene is one of the key contributing Factors in the paraxylene market demand. Increasing environmental awareness about eco-friendly products has increased the demand in the consumers. Bioplastics which are made from paraxylene, are a component used in many industries as an alternative to conventional plastic.

According to the paraxylene market analysis, the global paraxylene market will see moderate growth in the paraxylene market forecast period. Rising concern about non-disposable plastic is creating demand for the paraxylene market. As a result, this is pushing manufacturers to develop bio-based plastic. As a result, the paraxylene market is rising. Major users of plastic are now adopting paraxylene to manufacture eco-friendly plastic products. Growing polyester fiber demand in many regions such as India, Bangladesh, Brazil has provided great opportunities for the paraxylene market demand to grow rapidly. And the paraxylene market tends all set to increase in the forecast period.

Covid-19 analysis

Many markets suffered due to the covid-19 pandemic, and the economy was down. Many businesses, including private and government sectors, saw a decline in demand amidst of covid-19 pandemic. Purified terephthalic acid and paraxylene products are used to manufacture polyester coatings that are used in automotive sectors. Due to the imposition of lockdown and social distancing guidelines, the automotive sectors were shut down temporarily; as a result, the production work was at a halt, and it has decreased the paraxylene market demand. Also, the food and packaging sectors contribute highly to the paraxylene market. And the decline in the production of food & beverages along with e-commerce packaging had a negative impact on the paraxylene market growth. But the key players of the paraxylene market helped the market to maintain the demand. According to the paraxylene outlook, the market will see moderate growth in demand after the post-covid-19 situation.

Competitive landscape

The major players in the market are:

• Braskem (Brazil),


• BP p.l.c (UK),


• Chevron Phillips Chemical Company (US), 


• Exxon Mobil Corporation (US), 


• Reliance Industries Limited (India), 


• China National Petroleum Corporation (China),


• JXTG Holdings, 


• Inc (Japan),


• S-OIL Corporation (South Korea),


• Kuwait Aromatics Co (Kuwait), 


• MITSUBISHI GAS CHEMICAL COMPANY, INC (Japan)

Market Dynamics

Some of the factors in the market are influencing the growth of paraxylene market size. Those factors that are helping the paraxylene market size to grow are called market drivers, and the factors that have a negative impact on the market are called market restraints.

Market drivers

There are many drivers in the paraxylene market owing to the increasing application of paraxylene in various Industries. One of the major drivers in the market is the increasing demand for plastic products in the packaging industry. Paraxylene is utilized in manufacturing polyethylene terephthalate (PET) bottles and commonly used for soda, water, and beverages bottles. The increasing use of paraxylene in the packaging sector is a major driver of the market. Paraxylene is also used in the production of various household appliances, and cosmetics, and clothing. Due to the wide variety of applications, the paraxylene market trends is growing rapidly. Another major driver of the market is bio-based paraxylene. The adoption of eco-friendly products has increased over the past few years, and it is contributing to market growth. Due to the adoption of eco-friendly options, the paraxylene market trends are rising because paraxylene is used in the making of bioplastics. The usage of paraxylene in the automotive sector is another driver in the market. Government initiatives to use more eco-friendly products are fueling the paraxylene industry.

Market opportunities

Increasing concern about the dangerous properties of non-disposable plastic has increased the demand for eco-friendly products. Paraxylene is safer, and it is used to make bio-based plastic. Environmental awareness has increased the demand for paraxylene to make safer products. Plastic made from paraxylene is a better alternative to conventionally used plastic, and it is generating more opportunities for the market. The use of better packaging material is also creating opportunities for the paraxylene market.

Market restraints

The lack of availability of raw materials used for paraxylene is one of the biggest restraints for the paraxylene industry. Also, there are many regions that are still using other types of plastic. The presence of alternative paraxylene is another restraint in the market, and it is hampering the growth of the paraxylene industry. The health effects associated with the inhalation of paraxylene are also one of the restraining factors in the market.

Market challenges

There are many challenges faced by the paraxylene industry, just like other markets. One of the major restraints in the market is the lack of knowledge about bio-based products. There are some underdeveloped areas that are not used to the idea of eco-friendly products; as a result, it has become a challenge for the market. Apart from that, high investment is involved in the manufacturing of paraxylene, and it is another challenge for the market.

Cumulative growth analysis

According to the market analysis, the global paraxylene market will see moderate growth in the forecast period. 

The global market was valued at $ 36.1 billion in 2016, and it is expected to see a CAGR of 6% and reach 68 billion in the paraxylene market forecast period. High adoption of paraxylene to make better and eco-friendly products will raise the demand of the market in the coming years.

Market segmentation

The paraxylene market is segmented on the basis of type, application, and region.

• By type- The type segment of the market includes phthalic acid, Dimethyl Terephthalate, and purified terephthalic acid.


• By application- On the basis of application segment, the market is divided into textiles, food packaging, electronics, beverage bottling, construction, and others.


• Region- On the basis of regions, the market is segmented into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and others.

Regional analysis

The major regions in the paraxylene market are North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and the rest of the world. The Asia Pacific holds the highest paraxylene market share owing to the increasing demand for paraxylene. In 2016 the Asia Pacific had a paraxylene market share of 79%. Rising demand for polyester in packaging and textile applications and rapid Industrialization is boosting the market demand in this region. China is one of the biggest production regions in the world and the largest manufacturer and consumer of paraxylene, and the growing demand for PET in China is one of the major driving factors of the market in the Asia Pacific region.

North America holds the second-highest paraxylene market share. It was responsible for 11% of the market share in 2016. The use of paraxylene in automotive industries, electronics, healthcare, and construction is driving the growth of the market in this region. The European region will also see rapid growth in demand of the market owing to the emerging economies and Industrialization in this region in the forecast period.