Japan Oleochemicals Market Size & Outlook, 2023-2030

The oleochemicals market in Japan is expected to reach a projected revenue of US$ 1,871.6 million by 2030. A compound annual growth rate of 7.8% is expected of Japan oleochemicals market from 2024 to 2030.
Revenue, 2023 (US$M)
$1,104.3
Forecast, 2030 (US$M)
$1,871.6
CAGR, 2024 - 2030
7.8%
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Japan

Japan oleochemicals market highlights

  • The Japan oleochemicals market generated a revenue of USD 1,104.3 million in 2023 and is expected to reach USD 1,871.6 million by 2030.
  • The Japan market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 7.8% from 2024 to 2030.
  • In terms of segment, glycerol esters was the largest revenue generating product in 2023.
  • Fatty Acid Methyl Ester is the most lucrative product segment registering the fastest growth during the forecast period.


Oleochemicals market data book summary

Market revenue in 2023USD 1,104.3 million
Market revenue in 2030USD 1,871.6 million
Growth rate7.8% (CAGR from 2023 to 2030)
Largest segmentGlycerol esters
Fastest growing segmentFatty Acid Methyl Ester
Historical data2018 - 2022
Base year2023
Forecast period2024 - 2030
Quantitative unitsRevenue in USD million
Market segmentationSpecialty Esters, Fatty Acid Methyl Ester, Glycerol Esters, Alkoxylates, Fatty Amines, Other Products
Key market players worldwideEvonik Industries AG, Wilmar International Ltd, Kao Corp, Corbion NV, Cargill, Godrej, IOI Corp Bhd, Vantage Specialty Chemicals, Emery Oleochemicals, Oleon, Evyap, Sakamoto Yakuhin Kogyo, The Stephan Co


Other key industry trends

  • In terms of revenue, Japan accounted for 4.5% of the global oleochemicals market in 2023.
  • Country-wise, U.S. is expected to lead the global market in terms of revenue in 2030.
  • In Asia Pacific, China oleochemicals market is projected to lead the regional market in terms of revenue in 2030.
  • China is the fastest growing regional market in Asia Pacific and is projected to reach USD 3,869.3 million by 2030.

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Japan oleochemicals market outlook

The databook is designed to serve as a comprehensive guide to navigating this sector. The databook focuses on market statistics denoted in the form of revenue and y-o-y growth and CAGR across the globe and regions. A detailed competitive and opportunity analyses related to oleochemicals market will help companies and investors design strategic landscapes.


Glycerol esters was the largest segment with a revenue share of 37.75% in 2023. Horizon Databook has segmented the Japan oleochemicals market based on specialty esters, fatty acid methyl ester, glycerol esters, alkoxylates, fatty amines, other products covering the revenue growth of each sub-segment from 2018 to 2030.


In Japan, palm kernel oil is majorly used as raw material for Oleochemicals production. However, the quantitatively important feedstock or raw fats and oils used in the production of oleochemicals may be considered to be lard, beef tallow, palm kernel oil, palm oil, coconut oil, and soybean oil.

The country utilizes Oleochemicals for manufacturing of various cosmetic products, and lotions and creams in the personal care industry. 

The product is expected to replace many petroleum-based products owing to the environmental benefits offered by the product and can be manufactured from renewable raw materials.

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