Acrolein Market Size, Trends and Insights By Product (Propylene Oxidation Method, Glycerol Dehydration Method), By Application (Glutaraldehyde, Biocides, Pesticide, Methionine, Water Treatment Agent, Others), and By Region - Global Industry Overview, Statistical Data, Competitive Analysis, Share, Outlook, and Forecast 2025 – 2034
Report Snapshot
| Study Period: | 2025-2034 |
| Fastest Growing Market: | Asia Pacific |
| Largest Market: | North America |
Major Players
- Daicel Corp.
- Evonik Industries AG
- Hubei Jinghong Chemical Co. Ltd.
- Hubei Shengling Technology Co. Ltd.
- Others
Reports Description
As per the current market research conducted by the CMI Team, the Global Acrolein Market is expected to record a CAGR of 3.3% from 2025 to 2034. In 2025, the market size is projected to reach a valuation of USD 1.2 Billion. By 2034, the valuation is anticipated to reach USD 1.7 Billion.
Acrolein Market Overview
Acrolein (propenal) is the simplest unsaturated aldehyde. It’s a colorless liquid with a nasty, unpleasant odor. The smell of burnt fat (as when frying oil is heated to the smoke point) is created by glycerol in the burning fat converting to acrolein. It is manufactured industrially from propene and is mostly utilized as a biocide and building block for other chemical compounds such as the amino acid methionine.
Acrolein is produced industrially via the oxidation of propene. The process uses air as a source of oxygen and metal oxides as heterogeneous catalysts: CH3CH=CH2 + O2 → CH2=CHCHO + H2O. This process produces around 500,000 tons of acrolein per year in North America, Europe, and Japan. Furthermore, all acrylic acid is created during the temporary synthesis of acrolein.
The acrolein market is influenced by several factor including production of acrylic acid and derivatives, growing agriculture sector, increasing water treatment industry and the rising product innovation. However, the rising health and environmental concerns hampering the acrolein market over the forecast period.
Acrolein Market Growth Factors
Increasing Demand From Water Treatment Sector
The acrolein wastewater treatment process includes distillation, acid adjustment, UV radiation treatment, and biochemical treatment. It is rapidly being used to cool water towers and water treatment ponds all over the world, which is driving market expansion.
In accordance with this, the increasing use of acrolein in water treatment facilities to kill bacteria and germs and restrict the growth of algae and plants is helping to grow the market. Aside from that, there is an increased requirement to maintain hygiene and improve the quality of drinking water around the world.
This, together with the increased use of acrolein in irrigation canals and industrial plant water supplies to eliminate floating weeds, is driving the growth of the acrolein market.
Accelerating Production Of Acrylic Acid
The increased use of acrolein as a chemical intermediary in the production of acrylic acid is driving market expansion. Acrylic acid polymers are broadly used in the production of emulsifiers, resins, dyes, and nonwoven fabrics across the globe. Besides, there is an increase in demand for acrylic acid in adhesive and coating applications. Furthermore, the increasing use of acrylic acid as a super-absorbing ingredient in diapers and sanitary pads is boosting the acrolein industry.
Acrolein Market Challenge
Raw material scarcity
Raw material shortage is a significant barrier to market growth. It is a widely utilized chemical compound in a variety of industrial applications and is made up of a number of basic components, including glycerin and propylene, which are in short supply due to a lack of raw materials.
This raw material shortage has created a significant commercial dilemma for the worldwide business, potentially disrupting the supply chain. Glycerin and propylene are in great demand in many industries, including pharmaceuticals, personal care, and automotive, resulting in a raw material shortage.
This has put a burden on the supply chain, creating a volatile market condition. Furthermore, glycerin manufacturing is intimately related to biodiesel synthesis, which has added to the scarcity of raw materials as renewable energy sources gain popularity.
Acrolein Market Segmentation Analysis
By Product:
The glycerol dehydration method segment is expected to dominate the market. This technology has gained popularity due to the surplus of glycerol produced by biodiesel synthesis. The use of glycerol dehydration not only provides a renewable feedstock for acrolein production, but it also contributes to market revenue growth by providing a cost-effective and ecologically friendly manufacturing process.
Besides, the propylene oxidation method segment growing at a rapid rate. The segment expansion is driven by its applications in producing acrylic acid, methionine, and biocides.
By Application:
The biocides segment is expected to dominate the market. The use of acrolein as a biocide, notably in water treatment applications, has made a considerable contribution to this rise. Acrolein effectively inhibits the growth of algae, bacteria, and other microorganisms in industrial water systems and irrigation canals. Its use as a pesticide in water treatment processes is gaining popularity, accelerating market growth.
Besides, the water treatment agent segment growing at a rapid rate. The increasing urbanization and the lack of drinking water in some developing area drive the market growth.
Report Scope
| Feature of the Report | Details |
| Market Size in 2025 | USD 1.2 Billion |
| Projected Market Size in 2034 | USD 1.7 Billion |
| Market Size in 2024 | USD 1.1 Billion |
| CAGR Growth Rate | 3.3% CAGR |
| Base Year | 2024 |
| Forecast Period | 2025-2034 |
| Key Segment | By Product, Application and Region |
| Report Coverage | Revenue Estimation and Forecast, Company Profile, Competitive Landscape, Growth Factors and Recent Trends |
| Regional Scope | North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa, and South & Central America |
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Acrolein Market Regional Analysis
North America is projected to dominate the acrolein market. The growing demand for water treatment solution in the area as the investment in water infrastructure are growing rapidly in an area, which is accelerated the market growth.
For instance, according to data issued by the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in October 2023, the organization gave the state of New York more than USD 336 million to support cleaner water throughout the state.
However, the Asia Pacific is growing at a significant pace in the global acrolein industry. The growing urbanization and increasing demand from water treatment industry is expected to drive the regional industry expansion.
Acrolein Market Recent Development
The acrolein industry adopted several strategies which include product launches, acquisitions, collaboration, expansion and others. Some of the company strategies include:
- In August 2022, Spex acquired NSI Lab Solutions, a leading United States-based manufacturer. The product portfolio of NSI Lab Solutions includes acrolein, certified reference materials (CRMs), and others. The prime focus of Spex was to increase the market presence at the global level.
- In February 2023, Evonik announced to expand its German plant that produces Methylmercapto-Propionaldehyde (MMP), an organic compound that is integral in the production of DL-methionine. The company invested USD 27.3 million in the plant in Wesseling, Germany to strengthen its methionine production network.
The increasing expansion in product portfolio and rising expansion activities are the strategies that have expanded the market presence of the company in the acrolein industry and gained its competitive edge.
List of the prominent players in the Acrolein Market:
- Daicel Corp.
- Evonik Industries AG
- Hubei Jinghong Chemical Co. Ltd.
- Hubei Shengling Technology Co. Ltd.
- Hubei Xinjing New Material Co. Ltd.
- Merck KGaA
- Puyang shenghuade Chemical Co. Ltd.
- Wuhan Ruiji Chemical Co. Ltd.
- Wuhan Youji Industries Co. Ltd.
- Others
The Acrolein Market is segmented as follows:
By Product
- Propylene Oxidation Method
- Glycerol Dehydration Method
By Application
- Glutaraldehyde
- Biocides
- Pesticide
- Methionine
- Water Treatment Agent
- Others
Regional Coverage:
North America
- U.S.
- Canada
- Mexico
- Rest of North America
Europe
- Germany
- France
- U.K.
- Russia
- Italy
- Spain
- Netherlands
- Rest of Europe
Asia Pacific
- China
- Japan
- India
- New Zealand
- Australia
- South Korea
- Taiwan
- Rest of Asia Pacific
The Middle East & Africa
- Saudi Arabia
- UAE
- Egypt
- Kuwait
- South Africa
- Rest of the Middle East & Africa
Latin America
- Brazil
- Argentina
- Rest of Latin America
Table of Contents
- Chapter 1. Preface
- 1.1 Report Description and Scope
- 1.2 Research scope
- 1.3 Research methodology
- 1.3.1 Market Research Type
- 1.3.2 Market research methodology
- Chapter 2. Executive Summary
- 2.1 Global Acrolein Market, (2025 – 2034) (USD Billion)
- 2.2 Global Acrolein Market : snapshot
- Chapter 3. Global Acrolein Market – Industry Analysis
- 3.1 Acrolein Market: Market Dynamics
- 3.2 Market Drivers
- 3.2.1 Increasing Demand From Water Treatment Sector
- 3.2.2 Accelerating Production Of Acrylic Acid
- 3.3 Market Restraints
- 3.4 Market Opportunities
- 3.5 Market Challenges
- 3.6 Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
- 3.7 Market Attractiveness Analysis
- 3.7.1 Market attractiveness analysis By Product
- 3.7.2 Market attractiveness analysis By Application
- Chapter 4. Global Acrolein Market- Competitive Landscape
- 4.1 Company market share analysis
- 4.1.1 Global Acrolein Market: company market share, 2024
- 4.2 Strategic development
- 4.2.1 Acquisitions & mergers
- 4.2.2 New Product launches
- 4.2.3 Agreements, partnerships, cullaborations, and joint ventures
- 4.2.4 Research and development and Regional expansion
- 4.3 Price trend analysis
- 4.1 Company market share analysis
- Chapter 5. Global Acrolein Market – Product Analysis
- 5.1 Global Acrolein Market overview: By Product
- 5.1.1 Global Acrolein Market share, By Product, 2024 and 2034
- 5.2 Propylene Oxidation Method
- 5.2.1 Global Acrolein Market by Propylene Oxidation Method, 2025 – 2034 (USD Billion)
- 5.3 Glycerol Dehydration Method
- 5.3.1 Global Acrolein Market by Glycerol Dehydration Method, 2025 – 2034 (USD Billion)
- 5.1 Global Acrolein Market overview: By Product
- Chapter 6. Global Acrolein Market – Application Analysis
- 6.1 Global Acrolein Market overview: By Application
- 6.1.1 Global Acrolein Market share, By Application, 2024 and 2034
- 6.2 Glutaraldehyde
- 6.2.1 Global Acrolein Market by Glutaraldehyde, 2025 – 2034 (USD Billion)
- 6.3 Biocides
- 6.3.1 Global Acrolein Market by Biocides, 2025 – 2034 (USD Billion)
- 6.4 Pesticide
- 6.4.1 Global Acrolein Market by Pesticide, 2025 – 2034 (USD Billion)
- 6.5 Methionine
- 6.5.1 Global Acrolein Market by Methionine, 2025 – 2034 (USD Billion)
- 6.6 Water Treatment Agent
- 6.6.1 Global Acrolein Market by Water Treatment Agent, 2025 – 2034 (USD Billion)
- 6.7 Others
- 6.7.1 Global Acrolein Market by Others, 2025 – 2034 (USD Billion)
- 6.1 Global Acrolein Market overview: By Application
- Chapter 7. Acrolein Market – Regional Analysis
- 7.1 Global Acrolein Market Regional Overview
- 7.2 Global Acrolein Market Share, by Region, 2024 & 2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.3. North America
- 7.3.1 North America Acrolein Market, 2025 – 2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.3.1.1 North America Acrolein Market, by Country, 2025 – 2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.3.1 North America Acrolein Market, 2025 – 2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.4 North America Acrolein Market, by Product, 2025 – 2034
- 7.4.1 North America Acrolein Market, by Product, 2025 – 2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.5 North America Acrolein Market, by Application, 2025 – 2034
- 7.5.1 North America Acrolein Market, by Application, 2025 – 2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.6. Europe
- 7.6.1 Europe Acrolein Market, 2025 – 2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.6.1.1 Europe Acrolein Market, by Country, 2025 – 2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.6.1 Europe Acrolein Market, 2025 – 2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.7 Europe Acrolein Market, by Product, 2025 – 2034
- 7.7.1 Europe Acrolein Market, by Product, 2025 – 2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.8 Europe Acrolein Market, by Application, 2025 – 2034
- 7.8.1 Europe Acrolein Market, by Application, 2025 – 2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.9. Asia Pacific
- 7.9.1 Asia Pacific Acrolein Market, 2025 – 2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.9.1.1 Asia Pacific Acrolein Market, by Country, 2025 – 2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.9.1 Asia Pacific Acrolein Market, 2025 – 2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.10 Asia Pacific Acrolein Market, by Product, 2025 – 2034
- 7.10.1 Asia Pacific Acrolein Market, by Product, 2025 – 2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.11 Asia Pacific Acrolein Market, by Application, 2025 – 2034
- 7.11.1 Asia Pacific Acrolein Market, by Application, 2025 – 2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.12. Latin America
- 7.12.1 Latin America Acrolein Market, 2025 – 2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.12.1.1 Latin America Acrolein Market, by Country, 2025 – 2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.12.1 Latin America Acrolein Market, 2025 – 2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.13 Latin America Acrolein Market, by Product, 2025 – 2034
- 7.13.1 Latin America Acrolein Market, by Product, 2025 – 2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.14 Latin America Acrolein Market, by Application, 2025 – 2034
- 7.14.1 Latin America Acrolein Market, by Application, 2025 – 2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.15. The Middle-East and Africa
- 7.15.1 The Middle-East and Africa Acrolein Market, 2025 – 2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.15.1.1 The Middle-East and Africa Acrolein Market, by Country, 2025 – 2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.15.1 The Middle-East and Africa Acrolein Market, 2025 – 2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.16 The Middle-East and Africa Acrolein Market, by Product, 2025 – 2034
- 7.16.1 The Middle-East and Africa Acrolein Market, by Product, 2025 – 2034 (USD Billion)
- 7.17 The Middle-East and Africa Acrolein Market, by Application, 2025 – 2034
- 7.17.1 The Middle-East and Africa Acrolein Market, by Application, 2025 – 2034 (USD Billion)
- Chapter 8. Company Profiles
- 8.1 Daicel Corp.
- 8.1.1 Overview
- 8.1.2 Financials
- 8.1.3 Product Portfolio
- 8.1.4 Business Strategy
- 8.1.5 Recent Developments
- 8.2 Evonik Industries AG
- 8.2.1 Overview
- 8.2.2 Financials
- 8.2.3 Product Portfolio
- 8.2.4 Business Strategy
- 8.2.5 Recent Developments
- 8.3 Hubei Jinghong Chemical Co. Ltd.
- 8.3.1 Overview
- 8.3.2 Financials
- 8.3.3 Product Portfolio
- 8.3.4 Business Strategy
- 8.3.5 Recent Developments
- 8.4 Hubei Shengling Technology Co. Ltd.
- 8.4.1 Overview
- 8.4.2 Financials
- 8.4.3 Product Portfolio
- 8.4.4 Business Strategy
- 8.4.5 Recent Developments
- 8.5 Hubei Xinjing New Material Co. Ltd.
- 8.5.1 Overview
- 8.5.2 Financials
- 8.5.3 Product Portfolio
- 8.5.4 Business Strategy
- 8.5.5 Recent Developments
- 8.6 Merck KGaA
- 8.6.1 Overview
- 8.6.2 Financials
- 8.6.3 Product Portfolio
- 8.6.4 Business Strategy
- 8.6.5 Recent Developments
- 8.7 Puyang shenghuade Chemical Co. Ltd.
- 8.7.1 Overview
- 8.7.2 Financials
- 8.7.3 Product Portfolio
- 8.7.4 Business Strategy
- 8.7.5 Recent Developments
- 8.8 Wuhan Ruiji Chemical Co. Ltd.
- 8.8.1 Overview
- 8.8.2 Financials
- 8.8.3 Product Portfolio
- 8.8.4 Business Strategy
- 8.8.5 Recent Developments
- 8.9 Wuhan Youji Industries Co. Ltd.
- 8.9.1 Overview
- 8.9.2 Financials
- 8.9.3 Product Portfolio
- 8.9.4 Business Strategy
- 8.9.5 Recent Developments
- 8.10 Others.
- 8.10.1 Overview
- 8.10.2 Financials
- 8.10.3 Product Portfolio
- 8.10.4 Business Strategy
- 8.10.5 Recent Developments
- 8.1 Daicel Corp.
List Of Figures
Figures No 1 to 22
List Of Tables
Tables No 1 to 52
Report Methodology
In order to get the most precise estimates and forecasts possible, Custom Market Insights applies a detailed and adaptive research methodology centered on reducing deviations. For segregating and assessing quantitative aspects of the market, the company uses a combination of top-down and bottom-up approaches. Furthermore, data triangulation, which examines the market from three different aspects, is a recurring theme in all of our research reports. The following are critical components of the methodology used in all of our studies:
Preliminary Data Mining
On a broad scale, raw market information is retrieved and compiled. Data is constantly screened to make sure that only substantiated and verified sources are taken into account. Furthermore, data is mined from a plethora of reports in our archive and also a number of reputed & reliable paid databases. To gain a detailed understanding of the business, it is necessary to know the entire product life cycle and to facilitate this, we gather data from different suppliers, distributors, and buyers.
Surveys, technological conferences, and trade magazines are used to identify technical issues and trends. Technical data is also gathered from the standpoint of intellectual property, with a focus on freedom of movement and white space. The dynamics of the industry in terms of drivers, restraints, and valuation trends are also gathered. As a result, the content created contains a diverse range of original data, which is then cross-validated and verified with published sources.
Statistical Model
Simulation models are used to generate our business estimates and forecasts. For each study, a one-of-a-kind model is created. Data gathered for market dynamics, the digital landscape, development services, and valuation patterns are fed into the prototype and analyzed concurrently. These factors are compared, and their effect over the projected timeline is quantified using correlation, regression, and statistical modeling. Market forecasting is accomplished through the use of a combination of economic techniques, technical analysis, industry experience, and domain knowledge.
Short-term forecasting is typically done with econometric models, while long-term forecasting is done with technological market models. These are based on a synthesis of the technological environment, legal frameworks, economic outlook, and business regulations. Bottom-up market evaluation is favored, with crucial regional markets reviewed as distinct entities and data integration to acquire worldwide estimates. This is essential for gaining a thorough knowledge of the industry and ensuring that errors are kept to a minimum.
Some of the variables taken into account for forecasting are as follows:
• Industry drivers and constraints, as well as their current and projected impact
• The raw material case, as well as supply-versus-price trends
• Current volume and projected volume growth through 2030
We allocate weights to these variables and use weighted average analysis to determine the estimated market growth rate.
Primary Validation
This is the final step in our report’s estimating and forecasting process. Extensive primary interviews are carried out, both in-person and over the phone, to validate our findings and the assumptions that led to them.
Leading companies from across the supply chain, including suppliers, technology companies, subject matter experts, and buyers, use techniques like interviewing to ensure a comprehensive and non-biased overview of the business. These interviews are conducted all over the world, with the help of local staff and translators, to overcome language barriers.
Primary interviews not only aid with data validation, but also offer additional important insight into the industry, existing business scenario, and future projections, thereby improving the quality of our reports.
All of our estimates and forecasts are validated through extensive research work with key industry participants (KIPs), which typically include:
• Market leaders
• Suppliers of raw materials
• Suppliers of raw materials
• Buyers.
The following are the primary research objectives:
• To ensure the accuracy and acceptability of our data.
• Gaining an understanding of the current market and future projections.
Data Collection Matrix
| Perspective | Primary research | Secondary research |
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Market Analysis Matrix
| Qualitative analysis | Quantitative analysis |
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Prominent Players
- Daicel Corp.
- Evonik Industries AG
- Hubei Jinghong Chemical Co. Ltd.
- Hubei Shengling Technology Co. Ltd.
- Hubei Xinjing New Material Co. Ltd.
- Merck KGaA
- Puyang shenghuade Chemical Co. Ltd.
- Wuhan Ruiji Chemical Co. Ltd.
- Wuhan Youji Industries Co. Ltd.
- Others
FAQs
The key factors driving the Market are Increasing Demand From Water Treatment Sector, Accelerating Production Of Acrylic Acid.
The “Propylene Oxidation Method” category dominated the market in 2024.
The key players in the market are Daicel Corp., Evonik Industries AG, Hubei Jinghong Chemical Co. Ltd., Hubei Shengling Technology Co. Ltd., Hubei Xinjing New Material Co. Ltd., Merck KGaA, Puyang shenghuade Chemical Co. Ltd., Wuhan Ruiji Chemical Co. Ltd., Wuhan Youji Industries Co. Ltd., Others.
“North America” is expected to dominate the market over the forecast period.
The global market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 3.3% during the forecast period, 2025-2034.
The Acrolein Market size was valued at USD 1.2 Billion in 2025.