Report Description
The global toluene market size is anticipated to register a considerable CAGR during the forecast period, 2021-2028. The growth of the market is attributed to growing applications in variety of industries such as cosmetic nail products, pharmaceuticals, blending, pesticides and fertilizer manufacture globally.
Toluene is a water-insoluble, colorless, volatile, and flammable liquid that has same odors such as benzene and is widely used as a paint thinner. It derives from tolu trees and is extracted in crude oils. Some of the common names associated with toluene are ethoxide, phenylmethane, methylbenzene, antisal, and toluol. Wafers and chips are also cleaned with the solution. Toluene is a byproduct of the coal-fired manufacturing of gasoline and coke. Since it is made from petroleum and coal tar, it is extensively used to boost the octane rating of gasoline.
The COVID-19 pandemic has a considerable impact on the global toluene market. Due to the ongoing pandemic and stringent lockdown imposed by governments and regulatory agencies globally; several enterprises ranging from small to large suffered loss in their operation including the market. The hindrance in supply chain worldwide is another key aspect that hamper the market growth during the pandemic. The market is expected to recover soon with an uptrend operation as due to subsiding COVID cases.
Market Trends, Drivers, Restraints, and Opportunities
- Growing usage of toluene as a solvent for various application and growing construction projects especially in developing regions are key factors driving the market.
- Usage of toluene in the production of other chemicals such as benzene xylene benzoic acid and others is expected to boost the market in the coming years.
- Increasing awareness associated with the application of toluene and its derivatives is expected to fuel the market during the projected period.
- Stringent government regulations with the application of toluene presents a major challenge. This is anticipated to hamper the market growth in the projected period.
- Use of terminals for octane boosters in gasoline is projected to create significant growth opportunities for the market in the near future.
Scope of the Report
The report on the global toluene market includes an assessment of the market, trends, segments, and regional markets. Overview and dynamics have also been included in the report.
Attributes
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Details
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Report Title
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Toluene Market - Global Industry Analysis, Growth, Share, Size, Trends, and Forecast
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Base Year
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2020
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Historic Data
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2018–2019
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Forecast Period
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2021–2028
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Segmentation
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Applications (Explosive, Gasoline, Solvent, Chemical Intermediates, and Others) and Derivatives (Toluene Diisocyanates, Gasoline Additives, Benzene & Xylene, and Others)
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Regional Scope
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Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Europe, and Middle East & Africa
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Report Coverage
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Company Share, Market Analysis and Size, Competitive Landscape, Growth Factors, and Trends, and Revenue Forecast
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Key Players Covered in the Report
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Chevron Phillips Chemical Company, LLC; BASF SE; LyondellBasell Industries N.V.; Covestro AG; and Exxon Mobil Corp.
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Market Segment Insights
Chemical intermediates segment to grow at a rapid pace
Based on applications, the global toluene market is divided into explosive, gasoline, solvent, chemical intermediates, and others. The chemical intermediates segment is expected to grow at a rapid pace during the forecast period owing to the chemical used in the manufacturing of polyurethane. The chemical particularly has its flexible foam applications such as furniture and beds as well as in packaging. However, the solvent segment is anticipated to hold a key share of the market in the coming years due to wide adoption of the solution by numerous end-users.
Benzene & xylene segment to expand at a considerable CAGR
On the basis of derivatives, the market is segregated into toluene diisocyanates, gasoline additives, benzene & xylene, and others. The benzene & xylene segment is projected to expand at a considerable CAGR during the forecast period attributed to the growing demand for its derivatives, such as polyethylene terephthalate and polystyrene in several applications. Moreover, growing demand for coatings and sealants to reduce leakages is expected to drive the segment growth further.
Asia Pacific to constitute a key market share
In terms of regions, the global toluene market is classified as Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Europe, and Middle East & Africa. Asia Pacific is expected to constitute a key share of the market during the projected period owing to rising demand for automobiles along with rising purchasing parity of consumers across the region. However, the market of North America is anticipated to expand at a rapid pace during the forecast period attributed to the growing demand for luxurious vehicles in the region.
Segments
The global toluene market has been segmented on the basis of
Applications
- Explosive
- Gasoline
- Solvent
- Chemical Intermediates
- Others
Derivatives
- Toluene Diisocyanates
- Gasoline Additives
- Benzene & Xylene
- Others
Regions
- Asia Pacific
- North America
- Latin America
- Europe
- Middle East & Africa
Key Players
Competitive Landscape
Key players competing in the global toluene market are Chevron Phillips Chemical Company, LLC; BASF SE; LyondellBasell Industries N.V.; Covestro AG; and Exxon Mobil Corp. Manufacturers in the market have used a variety of strategic initiatives such as collaborations, mergers & acquisitions, and partnerships to grow their customer base and gain a competitive advantage over competitors. Furthermore, corporations are focusing their investments in R&D for the creation and introduction of new products in order to preserve their market competitiveness.

Table Of Content
1. Executive Summary
2. Assumptions and Acronyms Used
3. Research Methodology
4. Toluene Market Overview
4.1. Introduction
4.1.1. Market Taxonomy
4.1.2. Market Definition
4.2. Macro-Economic Factors
4.2.1. Industry Outlook
4.3. Toluene Market Dynamics
4.3.1. Market Drivers
4.3.2. Market Restraints
4.3.3. Opportunity
4.3.4. Market Trends
4.4. Toluene Market - Supply Chain
4.5. Global Toluene Market Forecast
4.5.1. Toluene Market Size (US$ Mn) and Y-o-Y Growth
4.5.2. Toluene Market Size (000’ Units) and Y-o-Y Growth
4.5.3. Toluene Market Absolute $ Opportunity
5. Global Toluene Market Analysis and Forecast by Applications
5.1. Market Trends
5.2. Introduction
5.2.1. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Applications
5.2.2. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Applications
5.3. Toluene Market Size and Volume Forecast by Applications
5.3.1. Explosive
5.3.2.
Gasoline
5.3.3.
Solvent
5.3.4.
Chemical Intermediates
5.3.5.
Others
5.4. Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Applications
5.5. Market Attractiveness/Growth Potential Analysis by Applications
6. Global Toluene Market Analysis and Forecast by Region
6.1. Market Trends
6.2. Introduction
6.2.1. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Region
6.2.2. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Region
6.3. Toluene Market Size and Volume Forecast by Region
6.3.1. North America
6.3.2. Latin America
6.3.3. Europe
6.3.4. Asia Pacific
6.3.5. Middle East and Africa (MEA)
6.4. Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Region
6.5. Market Attractiveness/Growth Potential Analysis by Region
6.6. Global Toluene Demand Share Forecast, 2019-2026
7. North America Toluene Market Analysis and Forecast
7.1. Introduction
7.1.1. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
7.1.2. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Country
7.2. North America Toluene Market Size and Volume Forecast by Country
7.2.1. U.S.
7.2.2. Canada
7.3. Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
7.4. North America Toluene Market Size and Volume Forecast by Applications
7.4.1. Explosive
7.4.2.
Gasoline
7.4.3.
Solvent
7.4.4.
Chemical Intermediates
7.4.5.
Others
7.5. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Applications
7.6. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Applications
7.7. Market Attractiveness/Growth Potential Analysis
7.7.1. By Country
7.7.2. By Product Type
7.7.3. By Application
7.8. North America Toluene Demand Share Forecast, 2019-2026
8. Latin America Toluene Market Analysis and Forecast
8.1. Introduction
8.1.1. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
8.1.2. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Country
8.1.3. Latin America Average Pricing Analysis
8.2. Latin America Toluene Market Size and Volume Forecast by Country
8.2.1. Brazil
8.2.2. Mexico
8.2.3. Rest of Latin America
8.3. Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
8.4. Latin America Toluene Market Size and Volume Forecast by Applications
8.4.1. Explosive
8.4.2.
Gasoline
8.4.3.
Solvent
8.4.4.
Chemical Intermediates
8.4.5.
Others
8.5. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Applications
8.6. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Applications
8.7. Market Attractiveness/Growth Potential Analysis
8.7.1. By Country
8.7.2. By Product Type
8.7.3. By Application
8.8. Latin America Toluene Demand Share Forecast, 2019-2026
9. Europe Toluene Market Analysis and Forecast
9.1. Introduction
9.1.1. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
9.1.2. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Country
9.1.3. Europe Average Pricing Analysis
9.2. Europe Toluene Market Size and Volume Forecast by Country
9.2.1. Germany
9.2.2. France
9.2.3. Italy
9.2.4. U.K.
9.2.5. Spain
9.2.6. Russia
9.2.7. Rest of Europe
9.3. Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
9.4. Europe Toluene Market Size and Volume Forecast by Applications
9.4.1. Explosive
9.4.2.
Gasoline
9.4.3.
Solvent
9.4.4.
Chemical Intermediates
9.4.5.
Others
9.5. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Applications
9.6. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Applications
9.7. Market Attractiveness/Growth Potential Analysis
9.7.1. By Country
9.7.2. By Product Type
9.7.3. By Application
9.8. Europe Toluene Demand Share Forecast, 2019-2026
10. Asia Pacific Toluene Market Analysis and Forecast
10.1. Introduction
10.1.1. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
10.1.2. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Country
10.1.3. Asia Pacific Average Pricing Analysis
10.2. Asia Pacific Toluene Market Size and Volume Forecast by Country
10.2.1. China
10.2.2. Japan
10.2.3. South Korea
10.2.4. India
10.2.5. Australia
10.2.6. Rest of Asia Pacific (APAC)
10.3. Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
10.4. Asia Pacific Toluene Market Size and Volume Forecast by Applications
10.4.1. Explosive
10.4.2.
Gasoline
10.4.3.
Solvent
10.4.4.
Chemical Intermediates
10.4.5.
Others
10.5. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Applications
10.6. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Applications
10.7. Market Attractiveness/Growth Potential Analysis
10.7.1. By Country
10.7.2. By Product Type
10.7.3. By Application
10.8. Asia Pacific Toluene Demand Share Forecast, 2019-2026
11. Middle East & Africa Toluene Market Analysis and Forecast
11.1. Introduction
11.1.1. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
11.1.2. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Country
11.1.3. Middle East & Africa Average Pricing Analysis
11.2. Middle East & Africa Toluene Market Size and Volume Forecast by Country
11.2.1. Saudi Arabia
11.2.2. South Africa
11.2.3. UAE
11.2.4. Rest of Middle East & Africa (MEA)
11.3. Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
11.4. Middle East & Africa Toluene Market Size and Volume Forecast by Applications
11.4.1. Explosive
11.4.2.
Gasoline
11.4.3.
Solvent
11.4.4.
Chemical Intermediates
11.4.5.
Others
11.5. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Applications
11.6. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Applications
11.7. Market Attractiveness/Growth Potential Analysis
11.7.1. By Country
11.7.2. By Product Type
11.7.3. By Application
11.8. Middle East & Africa Toluene Demand Share Forecast, 2019-2026
12. Competition Landscape
12.1. Global Toluene Market: Market Share Analysis
12.2. Toluene Distributors and Customers
12.3. Toluene Market: Competitive Dashboard
12.4. Company Profiles (Details: Overview, Financials, Developments, Strategy)
12.4.1. Chevron Phillips Chemical Company, LLC
12.4.2.
BASF SE
12.4.3.
LyondellBasell Industries N.V.
12.4.4.
Covestro AG
12.4.5.
Exxon Mobil Corp.