Global N-Hexane Market 2025 by Manufacturers, Regions, Type and Application, Forecast to 2031

Global N-Hexane Market 2025 by Manufacturers, Regions, Type and Application, Forecast to 2031

According to our (Global Info Research) latest study, the global N-Hexane market size was valued at US$ 946 million in 2024 and is forecast to a readjusted size of USD 1159 million by 2031 with a CAGR of 3.2% during review period.

n-Hexane is a colorless, flammable liquid alkane with the chemical formula C₆H₁₄. It is a straight-chain hydrocarbon and one of the components of gasoline.

n-Hexane is widely used as a solvent in various industrial applications, including the extraction of vegetable oils, cleaning agents, and in the formulation of adhesives and coatings. Due to its low boiling point and volatility, it is effective in processes requiring rapid evaporation. However, exposure to n-Hexane can pose health risks, particularly to the nervous system, which has led to regulations on its use.

The most common production method of n-Hexane involves the distillation of crude oil, where it is separated into various hydrocarbon fractions. n-Hexane is typically found in the C5-C6 fraction of the distillate. This fraction is further refined through processes like fractional distillation, where n-Hexane is separated from other hydrocarbons based on differences in boiling points.

Market Drivers for n-Hexane:

Industrial Demand: n-Hexane is widely used as a solvent in the extraction of vegetable oils, particularly in the food industry. The growing demand for edible oils, especially in developing countries, is driving the need for n-Hexane in extraction processes.

Growth in Adhesives and Coatings: The increasing use of n-Hexane in the production of adhesives, coatings, and sealants across various industries—such as automotive, construction, and consumer goods—contributes significantly to market growth.

Pharmaceutical Applications: n-Hexane is utilized in the pharmaceutical industry for drug formulation and as a solvent in laboratory processes, which supports its demand as research and development activities expand.

This report is a detailed and comprehensive analysis for global N-Hexane market. Both quantitative and qualitative analyses are presented by manufacturers, by region & country, by Type and by Application. As the market is constantly changing, this report explores the competition, supply and demand trends, as well as key factors that contribute to its changing demands across many markets. Company profiles and product examples of selected competitors, along with market share estimates of some of the selected leaders for the year 2025, are provided.

Key Features:

Global N-Hexane market size and forecasts, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (K MT), and average selling prices (USD/MT), 2020-2031

Global N-Hexane market size and forecasts by region and country, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (K MT), and average selling prices (USD/MT), 2020-2031

Global N-Hexane market size and forecasts, by Type and by Application, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (K MT), and average selling prices (USD/MT), 2020-2031

Global N-Hexane market shares of main players, shipments in revenue ($ Million), sales quantity (K MT), and ASP (USD/MT), 2020-2025

The Primary Objectives in This Report Are:

To determine the size of the total market opportunity of global and key countries

To assess the growth potential for N-Hexane

To forecast future growth in each product and end-use market

To assess competitive factors affecting the marketplace

This report profiles key players in the global N-Hexane market based on the following parameters - company overview, sales quantity, revenue, price, gross margin, product portfolio, geographical presence, and key developments. Key companies covered as a part of this study include Phillips 66, Exxon Mobil, Shell, Bharat Petroleum, SK Chem, Sumitomo Chemical, Sinopec, CNPC, Junyuan Petroleum Group, Haishunde(Zhangzhou) Special Oil, etc.

This report also provides key insights about market drivers, restraints, opportunities, new product launches or approvals.

Market Segmentation

N-Hexane market is split by Type and by Application. For the period 2020-2031, the growth among segments provides accurate calculations and forecasts for consumption value by Type, and by Application in terms of volume and value. This analysis can help you expand your business by targeting qualified niche markets.

Market segment by Type

Purity < 60%

60% Purity

80% Purity

Purity > 80%

Market segment by Application

Plant Oil Extraction

Polyolefins

Rubber

Paints and Coatings

Pharmaceuticals

Others

Major players covered

Phillips 66

Exxon Mobil

Shell

Bharat Petroleum

SK Chem

Sumitomo Chemical

Sinopec

CNPC

Junyuan Petroleum Group

Haishunde(Zhangzhou) Special Oil

Liaoning Yufeng Chemical

Luoyang Jinda Petrochemical

Market segment by region, regional analysis covers

North America (United States, Canada, and Mexico)

Europe (Germany, France, United Kingdom, Russia, Italy, and Rest of Europe)

Asia-Pacific (China, Japan, Korea, India, Southeast Asia, and Australia)

South America (Brazil, Argentina, Colombia, and Rest of South America)

Middle East & Africa (Saudi Arabia, UAE, Egypt, South Africa, and Rest of Middle East & Africa)

The content of the study subjects, includes a total of 15 chapters:

Chapter 1, to describe N-Hexane product scope, market overview, market estimation caveats and base year.

Chapter 2, to profile the top manufacturers of N-Hexane, with price, sales quantity, revenue, and global market share of N-Hexane from 2020 to 2025.

Chapter 3, the N-Hexane competitive situation, sales quantity, revenue, and global market share of top manufacturers are analyzed emphatically by landscape contrast.

Chapter 4, the N-Hexane breakdown data are shown at the regional level, to show the sales quantity, consumption value, and growth by regions, from 2020 to 2031.

Chapter 5 and 6, to segment the sales by Type and by Application, with sales market share and growth rate by Type, by Application, from 2020 to 2031.

Chapter 7, 8, 9, 10 and 11, to break the sales data at the country level, with sales quantity, consumption value, and market share for key countries in the world, from 2020 to 2025.and N-Hexane market forecast, by regions, by Type, and by Application, with sales and revenue, from 2026 to 2031.

Chapter 12, market dynamics, drivers, restraints, trends, and Porters Five Forces analysis.

Chapter 13, the key raw materials and key suppliers, and industry chain of N-Hexane.

Chapter 14 and 15, to describe N-Hexane sales channel, distributors, customers, research findings and conclusion.