Due to increased use in the manufacturing and transportation industries, the global market for bio-lubricants is expected to experience significant growth. Due to strict emission guidelines and regulatory framework, there is a growing demand for superior product characteristics, such as high flash points, constant viscosity, biodegradability, and low emission levels. This has led to favorable growth in many industrial applications.
The combination of technological innovation and increased R&D efforts by key players is expected to open new avenues for lubricant application. The market is also fueled by the availability of green base oils that are high-performance and competitively priced, as well as government regulations. These factors are not the only ones driving the demand for lubricants. In North America and Europe, there is a growing environmental concern and strict government regulations regarding synthetic lubricants.
In addition to the expansion of the automobile sector in emerging countries like India, China, South Africa, and Brazil, sustainable products will also be favored. These products contribute to lower fuel consumption and carbon emissions.
The supply of vegetable and animal oils from other industrial processes is a key factor in the production of biolubricants. Complex processing technologies can also raise the production cost, which could limit its growth in the future.
" Vegetable oils was the predominant raw material for lubricants production during 2015"
Because they are structurally identical to long-chained hydrocarbons found within mineral oils, plant-based oils can be used as a replacement for conventional mineral oils. Because of their advantages such as non-toxicity, economic and environmental friendliness, and renewability, these oils are increasingly being used for bio lubricant production. Canola, rapeseed and soybean are some of the most commonly used plants.
Segment growth will be boosted by increased R&D efforts to investigate opportunities for biolubricant formulation via animal oil & fats. These oils and fats have a lot of potential for sectors that rely on petrochemical lubricants like healthcare.
Two major applications make up the global market for bio-lubricants: automotive and industrial. In 2015, the former occupied more than 56% of global volume share. Automotive engine oils dominate this market, as they offer superior performance to conventional oils. Bio-based engine oils have a higher intrinsic biodegradation rate and low toxicity to aquatic animals, which are encouraging their use in this sector.
One of the most important applications of biolubricants is also transmission fluids. These fluids improve the performance of brake bands friction, valve operation and gear lubrication. They also enhance torque conversion. These fluids can also be used as hydraulic fluids or lubricants for power steering and 4WD transfer case respectively. The market will benefit from an increase in transmission fluid use in automotive manufacturing.
A significant share of the industrial applications segment was occupied by process oils. These oils are used in the technical and chemical industries to enhance production processes. These oils will be consumed more frequently as there is a growing demand for specialty chemicals within emerging economies in Asia Pacific.
Commercial transportation was responsible for 43% of global volume in 2015. This is due to increasing awareness about fuel efficiency and maintenance in light-duty and heavy-duty trucks. These lubricants have enjoyed high popularity because they are directly related to improving vehicle quality and reducing environmental impact.
The consumer segment has also seen a rise in passenger car sales in emerging countries. Consumers are increasingly investing in advanced technologies & performance-enhancing products to comply with fuel efficiency regulations. The private sector, as well as many automobile companies working to produce ultra-low emissions vehicles that meet transitioning regulations standards, will also be expected to increase the demand for biolubricants in the forecast period.
With a 34.98% volume share, North America held a large portion of the market in 2015. Bio-based lubricants will be more popular due to a revitalized American and Canadian automotive industry, as well as increased regulatory intervention by the U.S. government which has set minimum renewable content for different products.
The U.S. Air Force encourages plant-derived biodegradable product development as a fundamental approach to national security. This is another driver for the market. North America will also benefit from the abundance of soybean and rapeseed feedstock due to high biodiesel production.
Asia Pacific was the fastest growing region because it is home to many of the largest automotive manufacturing centers other than those in developed countries like the U.S. or Germany. Countries like Thailand, India, Indonesia and China are increasing their exports of passenger cars to the developed world.
Automotive spending will rise and industrialization will be accelerated by the shift of production facilities from developed countries to Asian countries due to their favorable labor regulations and low labor costs. A shift towards more sustainable vehicles is expected to increase the demand and production of biolubricants in this region. Over the forecast period, regional demand will be supported by innovation and R&D investments in novel lubricant applications.
The industry is still in a very early stage of development but highly consolidated by the majority of top companies, including Total S.A. and UBL, Shell ExxonMobil, Chevron, Chevron, Chevron, Chevron, British Petroleum.
Major oil refineries, which have been traditionally involved in traditional lubricant production, are now increasingly supplying biodegradable oils for transportation applications. Most suppliers, except for the ones mentioned above are small companies that focus only on R&D in biolubricants.
There are many other players in the market, including Castrol, Petronas Lubricant International and Kluber International.
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2019 market size |
USD 2.18 Billion |
The revenue forecast for 2024 |
USD 2.92 Billion |
Growth Rate |
CAGR of 5.2% between 2016 and 2024 |
Base year for estimation |
2015 |
Historical data |
2013 - 2014. |
Forecast period |
2016 - 2024 |
Quantitative units |
From 2016 to 2024, revenue in USD billions and CAGR |
Report coverage |
Forecast revenue, company ranking and competitive landscape, growth factors and trends |
Segments covered |
Raw Material, industrial, end-use, application, region |
Regional scope |
North America; Europe, Asia Pacific; Central & South America. Middle East & Africa |
Country coverage |
U.S., Canada, UK, Germany, Italy, France, China, India, Japan, South Korea, Brazil |
Key companies profiled |
Total S.A., UBL, Shell, ExxonMobil, Chevron & British Petroleum. |
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b. Global biolubricants market was valued at USD 2.18 billion in 2019, and is projected to grow to USD 2.28 billion by 2020.
What is the market growth in biolubricants?b. Global biolubricants are expected to grow at a compound annual rate of 5.2% between 2016 and 2024, reaching USD 2.93 billion in 2024.
Which market segment had the largest share of biolubricants?b. With a 36.6% share in 2019, North America dominated biolubricants. This can be attributed to the increasing regulation by the U.S. government, which has set minimum renewable content for different products.
What are the major players in the biolubricants marketb. The market for biolubricants includes UBL, Shell and ExxonMobil.
What are the driving factors for the market in biolubricants?b. Market growth is driven by the superior characteristics of biolubricants, such as high flash points, constant viscosity and biodegradability, which are all key factors.
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Report Attributes | Report Details |
Report Title | Biolubricants Market Research Report |
By End-Use | Consumer Automotive, Industrial, Commercial Transportation |
By Raw Material | Vegetable & Animal Oil |
By Application | Automotive, Industrial |
By Companies | Chevron & British Petroleum, UBL, Shell, Total SA, ExxonMobil |
Regions Covered | North America, Europe, APAC, Latin America, MEA |
Base Year | 2020 |
Historical Year | 2018 to 2019 (Data from 2010 can be provided as per availability) |
Forecast Year | 2028 |
Number of Pages | 211 |
Number of Tables & Figures | 148 |
Customization Available | Yes, the report can be customized as per your need. |
The report covers comprehensive data on emerging trends, market drivers, growth opportunities, and restraints that can change the market dynamics of the industry. It provides an in-depth analysis of the market segments which include products, applications, and competitor analysis.
The market is segmented by End-Use (Consumer Automotive, Industrial, Commercial Transportation), by Raw Material (Vegetable & Animal Oil), by Application (Automotive, Industrial).
Biolubricants Market research report delivers a close watch on leading competitors with strategic analysis, micro and macro market trend and scenarios, pricing analysis and a holistic overview of the market situations in the forecast period. It is a professional and a detailed report focusing on primary and secondary drivers, market share, leading segments and geographical analysis. Further, key players, major collaborations, merger & acquisitions along with trending innovation and business policies are reviewed in the report.
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Based on region, the market is segmented into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America and Middle East & Africa (MEA). North America region is further bifurcated into countries such as U.S., and Canada. The Europe region is further categorized into U.K., France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Russia, and Rest of Europe. Asia Pacific is further segmented into China, Japan, South Korea, India, Australia, South East Asia, and Rest of Asia Pacific. Latin America region is further segmented into Brazil, Mexico, and Rest of Latin America, and the MEA region is further divided into GCC, Turkey, South Africa, and Rest of MEA.
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