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The bio-based n-butanol market is projected to grow from USD 1.91 billion in 2025 to USD 2.39 billion in 2030 at a CAGR of 4.6% during the forecast period. This report provides a comprehensive analysis of the market, including market size, share, demand with bio-based n-butanol market trends, drivers and constraints, competitive aspects, and prospects for future growth. The market is flourishing primarily as chemical manufacturers and end-use industries focus on reducing carbon emissions and rely less on fossil-based raw materials. Bio-based n-butanol comes as a practical solution as it has the same characteristics as n-butanol from oil. It gives companies an option to lower their sustainability footprint. It can be used in paints, coatings, adhesives, plastics, and as chemical intermediates. Therefore, it is not necessary to make any significant changes to the production processes, making it easier for manufacturers to adopt. The increasing demand for the building, automobile, and packaging industries, especially in Asia Pacific, contributes to the market growth. Besides, government regulations that are in favor of bio-based chemicals, renewable feedstocks, and circular economy practices push investments in fermentation-based production using biomass, waste, and agricultural residues. Even though production costs are still higher than those of petroleum-based alternatives, the improvement of technology, scaling up, and setting up long-term sustainability goals are gradually making bio-based n-butanol more appealing.

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Asia Pacific is likely to be the major market for bio-based n-butanol during the forecast period

Asia Pacific is the major bio-based n-butanol market due to the high product consumption and demand. This region witnesses a strong demand from the end-use industries, such as paints, coatings, adhesives, and plastics, all of which account for n-butanol’s major consumption. Additionally, rapid industrialization and urbanization in developing countries, including China and India, are major factors augmenting product consumption. On the other hand, governments are getting more involved in promoting renewable resources and cleaner chemicals for sustainability purposes, encouraging the usage of n-butanol. Furthermore, the region is more competitive in terms of bio-based n-butanol production and supply than other regions due to its easy access to biomass feedstocks (for instance, agricultural residues) and the increasing capacity of biorefineries.

Sugar-based type segment is projected to be the fastest-growing between 2025 and 2030

The sugar-based n-butanol is the most significant contributor to the bio-based n-butanol market, as it is the most rapidly growing type of n-butanol. Sugars from sugarcane, sugar beet, and molasses are highly fermentable and do not need complicated pretreatment, including other biomass feedstocks. Sugar-based fermentations are, therefore, more efficient, reliable, and cost-effective, and they give higher amounts of n-butanol. Sugar feedstocks contain high amounts of fermentable carbohydrates, and their pretreatment is relatively low, which makes the whole microbial fermentation process more efficient and cheaper. Sugar feedstocks also have huge availability in the major producing regions, especially Asia Pacific and Latin America. This leads to a stable supply and investment in sugar-based production facilities. This is why the producers are choosing the sugar-based routes to fulfill the increasing demand coming from industries such as paints and coatings, adhesives, and solvents, driving the segment.

Direct solvents segment is expected to be the fastest-growing application during the forecast period

Direct solvents represent the fastest application segment for the bio-based n-butanol market, as n-butanol is widely used as an effective, high-performance solvent across paints, coatings, inks, adhesives, and cleaning formulations. Its strong solvency power, balanced evaporation rate, and compatibility with resins and polymers make it difficult to substitute without performance loss. Bio-based n-butanol offers identical functional properties to petrochemical n-butanol, enabling immediate adoption in solvent formulations without reformulation or process changes. Additionally, the rising demand for low-VOC and sustainable solvents, driven by regulatory pressure and customer sustainability commitments, is accelerating the shift toward bio-based n-butanol in direct solvent applications.

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There has been a rising interest in bio-based n-butanol, supported by government policies promoting cleaner and sustainable chemicals. Expanding petrochemical capacities in China, India, and Southeast Asia are creating opportunities for local production and long-term supply partnerships. Additionally, the demand for high-purity solvents in electronics, pharmaceuticals, and personal care is rising, opening niche, high-value segments for manufacturers. Key players can tap growth opportunities by focusing on cost reduction, scale-up, and downstream integration. Investments in advanced fermentation technologies, strain optimization, and energy-efficient purification can improve yields and narrow the cost gap with petrochemical n-butanol. Leveraging non-food and waste biomass feedstocks helps enhance sustainability and reduce feedstock volatility. Strategic partnerships with end-use industries, long-term offtake agreements, and collaborations with governments for policy incentives can secure demand and funding. Expanding production capacity in high-growth regions, such as Asia Pacific, further enables players to capitalize on the rising demand for sustainable solvents.

To enable an in-depth understanding of the competitive landscape, the report includes the profiles of some of the top players in the bio based n-butanol market, namely BASF (Germany), Dow (US), SABIC (Saudi Arabia), Mitsubishi Chemical Group Corporation (Japan), Eastman Chemical Company (US), Sasol Limited (South Africa), OQ Chemicals GmbH (Germany), PetroChina Company Limited (China), KH Neochem Co., Ltd. (Japan), and Petronas Chemicals Group Berhad (Malaysia).

BASF (Germany)

BASF is one of the world’s largest chemical companies, headquartered in Ludwigshafen, Germany, with a global presence spanning over 80 countries and a diverse portfolio serving numerous industries. Founded in 1865, the company operates through key segments, including Chemicals, Materials, Industrial Solutions, Surface Technologies, Nutrition & Care, Agricultural Solutions, and Others. It develops and manufactures a range of products, such as petrochemicals, intermediates, polymers, performance materials, coatings, catalysts, battery materials, agricultural solutions, and specialty chemicals. It is a major supplier to sectors such as automotive, construction, electronics, packaging, agriculture, energy, and consumer goods. It places strong emphasis on innovation, operating one of the largest research networks in the chemical industry with R&D centers across Europe, North America, and Asia. Its sustainability strategy focuses on carbon reduction, circular economy initiatives, digitalization, and climate-neutral production by 2050. It also plays a significant role in emerging technologies, such as electric mobility materials, advanced coatings, and high-performance plastics.

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Dow (US)

Dow is one of the world’s leading materials science companies and a major global producer of n-butanol, leveraging its extensive petrochemical manufacturing expertise and integrated value chains. The company is headquartered in Midland, Michigan, the company operates large-scale production facilities across North America, Europe, and Asia, ensuring reliable supply and high product quality. In the bio-based n-butanol market, it manufactures the chemical through the oxo-alcohol production process, using propylene as a primary feedstock. Its n-butanol is widely used in the production of butyl acrylate, glycol ethers, plasticizers, and specialty coatings, serving industries such as paints & coatings, adhesives, solvents, automotive, packaging, and construction. It emphasizes consistent product purity, efficient logistics, and strong technical support to meet the needs of formulators and industrial customers. It continues to invest in process optimization, energy-efficient technologies, and sustainable manufacturing initiatives aligned with its broader ESG goals. With a strong global distribution network, robust R&D capabilities, and decades of expertise in oxo-alcohol chemistry, it remains a key supplier and strategic partner in the global bio-based n-butanol market.

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