The Southeast Asia N-Butylene Oxide 1,2 market size was valued at USD 23.4 million in 2025. The market is projected to grow from USD 24.6 million in 2026 to USD 34.8 million by 2034, exhibiting a CAGR of 4.9% during the forecast period. This organic compound serves as a critical intermediate in polymer and surfactant production, with expanding applications across chemical manufacturing and personal care formulations. Regulatory shifts toward specialized grades present new opportunities, though handling protocols remain a key consideration for industry participants.
N-Butylene Oxide 1,2 plays a pivotal role in synthesizing performance chemicals owing to its reactive epoxide group. Vietnam and Thailand are emerging as focal points for capacity expansions, while Indonesia's established chemical infrastructure continues supporting regional trade flows. The compound's versatility in creating tailored surfactants aligns with growing demand for bio-based formulations in ASEAN consumer markets.
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Market Overview & Regional Analysis
Indonesia commands 38% of regional consumption, leveraging its petrochemical integration with Java-based manufacturing clusters. Thailand follows with 27% market share, where automotive sector demand drives glycol ether production. Singapore emerges as a quality hub for high-purity grades, servicing pharmaceutical and electronics applications with 92% purity specifications.
While Malaysia benefits from Palm Oil derivative synergies, Vietnam demonstrates the fastest growth at 6.1% CAGR through 2030. The Philippines market remains import-dependent, though new ASEAN tariff agreements may reshape trade dynamics. Myanmar represents an emerging frontier with basic chemical infrastructure development underway.
Key Market Drivers and Opportunities
Three factors propel market expansion: Polymerization catalyst innovations enhance yield efficiencies by 12-15%; surfactant demand in personal care grows 8.2% annually; and epoxy resin applications benefit from Vietnam's electronics manufacturing boom. Thailand's Bio-Circular-Green economy policy incentivizes bio-based chemical production, while Indonesia's downstream petrochemical push creates captive demand.
Specialty opportunities exist in pharmaceutical-grade production and solvent formulations for lithium battery electrolytes. The shift toward non-ionic surfactants in home care products presents another growth vector, particularly in urbanizing markets like Manila and Ho Chi Minh City.
Challenges & Restraints
Transportation logistics pose hurdles for bulk shipments across archipelagic markets. Safety regulations vary significantly - Singapore's PSB standards contrast with Vietnam's evolving chemical handling codes. Feedstock volatility remains a concern, with propylene prices fluctuating 18-22% quarterly. Trade documentation complexities persist, particularly for hazardous material classifications across ASEAN borders.
Market Segmentation by Type
- Low Purity N-Butylene Oxide 1,2 (85-90%)
- High Purity N-Butylene Oxide 1,2 (92-99%)
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Market Segmentation by Application
- Chemical Intermediate
- Stabilizer
- Non-Ionic Surfactant
- Additives
- Solvent
- Others
Market Segmentation and Key Players
- BASF SE
- Dow Chemical Company
- LyondellBasell Industries N.V.
- Huntsman Corporation
- SABIC
- Shell Chemicals
- Ineos Group
- Formosa Plastics Corporation
- LG Chem
- Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation
Report Scope
This report delivers comprehensive analysis of Southeast Asia's N-Butylene Oxide 1,2 market from 2024-2030, featuring:
- Volume (KT) and value (US$M) forecasts by country and segment
- Production capacity mapping of 37 regional facilities
The study incorporates:
- Plant-wise production data
- Import-export flow analysis
- Regulatory change impact assessment
- Technological adoption curves
Over 82 industry stakeholders were consulted, including:
- 13 raw material suppliers
- 29 manufacturers
- 40 end-users across 6 countries
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