9-Decanoic Acid Methyl Ester Market Size and Share
| Study Period | 2019 - 2030 |
| Base Year For Estimation | 2024 |
| Forecast Data Period | 2025 - 2030 |
| CAGR | 6.00% |
| Fastest Growing Market | Asia Pacific |
| Largest Market | Asia Pacific |
| Market Concentration | Medium |
Major Players
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order |
9-Decanoic Acid Methyl Ester Market Analysis by Mordor Intelligence
The 9-Decanoic Acid Methyl Ester Market is expected to register a CAGR of 6% during the forecast period.
- The personal care segment is expected to dominate the application segment of the global 9-decanoic acid methyl ester market as it is extensively used in products such as shampoos, lotions, and soaps, among others.
- Asia-Pacific region represents the largest market and is also expected to be the fastest-growing market over the forecast period owing to the consumption from countries such as China, South Korea, India, and Japan.
Global 9-Decanoic Acid Methyl Ester Market Trends and Insights
Significant Demand from Personal Care Segment
- Decanoic acid are widely known for their high biodegradability, ecofriendly nature, and ability to be easily hydrolyzed. Such favorable properties contribute to the growing demand in several home and personal care applications.
- The 9-decanoic acid methyl ester is increasingly being utilized in the cosmetics and personal care industries. It is used as a primary ingredient in shampoos, lotions, body wash, soaps, and hand cleaners.
- One of the key reasons for the use of 9-decanoic acid methyl ester is due to the extraction from ecological sources, which reduces side-effects and cost. The introduction of biofuels directive and favorable regulations for bio-based products is expected to positively impact the market growth.
- Population growth, urbanization, changing living standards, and rising per capita income, among other factors have been significantly affecting the demand for home care products such as laundry detergents, soaps, and fabric conditioners, among others.
- Essentials like soaps and shampoos holds a major share in 9-decanoic acid methyl ester demand while personal care is anticipated to be the fastest growing application segment for the market.
- An unprecedented surge in demand for hand sanitizers and cleaners in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic has in turn created a surge for essential commodities globally.
Asia Pacific Region to Dominate the Market
- Asia-Pacific is anticipated to witness the highest CAGR during the period on account of high demand for flavors and fragrances from countries like China, South Korea, Japan, and India.
- The region is anticipated to witness slightly lower prices owing to ample availability of raw materials. The abundance of raw materials such as palm oil and coconut oil, which are used in the production of 9-decanoic acid methyl ester is driving the market's growth in the region.
- The Philippines is the world's largest producer of coconut oil. Indonesia and Malaysia together account for around 85% of the global palm oil production.
- In addition, the cost of production of methyl decanoate is low. The production of palm oil is high in countries like Malaysia and Thailand owing to the presence of abundant palm trees in tropical parts of the region. This in turn, positively impacts the demand for 9-decanoic acid methyl ester.
- With the increase in the disposable incomes of the middle-class population, the demand for personal care products is projected to increase steadily in the future, thereby, driving the market growth.
- Due to the aforementioned factors, the demand for 9-decanoic acid methyl ester is expected to increase in the region during the forecast period.
Competitive Landscape
The 9-Decanoic Acid Methyl Ester Market is partially consolidated in nature with a few major players dominating a significant portion of the market. Some of the major companies are Polyplastics Co., Ltd., Celanese Corporation, Sumitomo Chemical Company, Solvay and TORAY INDUSTRIES, INC. and among others.
9-Decanoic Acid Methyl Ester Industry Leaders
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Matreya, LLC
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Cayman Chemical
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P&G Chemicals
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Tokyo Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.
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LGC Limited
- *Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
Global 9-Decanoic Acid Methyl Ester Market Report Scope
The 9-Decanoic Acid Methyl Ester Market report includes:
| Natural 9-Decanoic Acid Methyl Ester |
| Synthetic 9-Decanoic Acid Methyl Ester |
| Personal Care |
| Pharmaceuticals |
| Flavors and Fragnances |
| Asia-Pacific | China |
| India | |
| Japan | |
| South Korea | |
| Rest of Asia-Pacific | |
| North America | United States |
| Canada | |
| Mexico | |
| Europe | Germany |
| United Kingdom | |
| France | |
| Italy | |
| Rest of Europe | |
| South America | Brazil |
| Argentina | |
| Rest of South America | |
| Middle-East and Africa | Saudi Arabia |
| South Africa | |
| Rest of Middle-East and Africa |
| Product Type | Natural 9-Decanoic Acid Methyl Ester | |
| Synthetic 9-Decanoic Acid Methyl Ester | ||
| Application | Personal Care | |
| Pharmaceuticals | ||
| Flavors and Fragnances | ||
| Geography | Asia-Pacific | China |
| India | ||
| Japan | ||
| South Korea | ||
| Rest of Asia-Pacific | ||
| North America | United States | |
| Canada | ||
| Mexico | ||
| Europe | Germany | |
| United Kingdom | ||
| France | ||
| Italy | ||
| Rest of Europe | ||
| South America | Brazil | |
| Argentina | ||
| Rest of South America | ||
| Middle-East and Africa | Saudi Arabia | |
| South Africa | ||
| Rest of Middle-East and Africa | ||
Key Questions Answered in the Report
What is the current 9-Decanoic Acid Methyl Ester Market size?
The 9-Decanoic Acid Methyl Ester Market is projected to register a CAGR of 6% during the forecast period (2025-2030)
Who are the key players in 9-Decanoic Acid Methyl Ester Market?
Matreya, LLC, Cayman Chemical, P&G Chemicals, Tokyo Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. and LGC Limited are the major companies operating in the 9-Decanoic Acid Methyl Ester Market.
Which is the fastest growing region in 9-Decanoic Acid Methyl Ester Market?
Asia Pacific is estimated to grow at the highest CAGR over the forecast period (2025-2030).
Which region has the biggest share in 9-Decanoic Acid Methyl Ester Market?
In 2025, the Asia Pacific accounts for the largest market share in 9-Decanoic Acid Methyl Ester Market.
What years does this 9-Decanoic Acid Methyl Ester Market cover?
The report covers the 9-Decanoic Acid Methyl Ester Market historical market size for years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024. The report also forecasts the 9-Decanoic Acid Methyl Ester Market size for years: 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029 and 2030.
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