Global Ethylene Market Size & Outlook, 2022-2030

The global ethylene market size was estimated at USD 238,116.5 million in 2022 and is projected to reach USD 407,323.0 million by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 6.9% from 2023 to 2030.
Revenue, 2022 (US$M)
$238,116.5
Forecast, 2030 (US$M)
$407,323.0
CAGR, 2023 - 2030
6.9%
Report Coverage
Worldwide

Global ethylene market, 2018-2030 (US$M)

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Global ethylene market highlights

  • The global ethylene market generated a revenue of USD 238,116.5 million in 2022 and is expected to reach USD 407,323.0 million by 2030.
  • The market is expected to grow at a CAGR (2023 - 2030) of 6.9% by 2030.
  • In terms of segment, polyethylene accounted for a revenue of USD 153,558.8 million in 2022.
  • Ethylene Oxide is the most lucrative additives segment registering the fastest growth during the forecast period.
  • In terms of region, Asia Pacific was the largest revenue generating market in 2022.
  • Country-wise, Brazil is expected to register the highest CAGR from 2023 to 2030.

Global data book summary

Market revenue in 2022USD 238,116.5 million
Market revenue in 2030USD 407,323.0 million
Growth rate6.9% (CAGR from 2022 to 2030)
Largest segmentPolyethylene
Fastest growing segmentEthylene Oxide
Historical data covered2018 - 2021
Base year for estimation2022
Forecast period covered2023 - 2030
Quantitative unitsRevenue in USD million
Market segmentationPolyethylene, Ethylene Oxide, EDC, Ethyl benzene

Other key industry trends

  • In terms of revenue, the North America accounted for 24.9% of the global ethylene market in 2022.
  • By country, the U.S. is projected to lead the global market in terms of revenue in 2030.
  • By country, Brazil is the fastest growing regional market and is projected to reach USD 5,541.9 million by 2030.

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Ethylene Market Scope

Ethylene market segmentation & scope
Polypropylene
Propylene oxide
Acrylonitrile
Phenol/cumene
Cyclohexane
Nitrobenzene
Alkyl benzene
Solvents
TDI
Formaldehyde
Gasoline
Acetic Acid
MTBE
Dimethyl Ether
MTO/MTP
Monomers
Acrylic acid
Isopropanol
SB Rubber
Butadiene rubber
ABS
SB latex
EDC
Others

Ethylene Market Companies

Name Profile # Employees HQ Website
China Petroleum & Chemical Corp Class H View profile 368450 No. 22 Chaoyangmen North Street, Chaoyang District, Beijing, China, People's Republic of, 100728 http://www.sinopec.com
PetroChina Co Ltd Class H View profile 375803 No. 9 Dongzhimen North Street, Dongcheng District, Beijing, China, People's Republic of, 100007 http://www.petrochina.com.cn
Shell PLC View profile 100000 Shell Centre, London, United Kingdom, SE1 7NA https://www.shell.com
Exxon Mobil Corp View profile 61500 22777 Springwoods Village Parkway, Spring, TX, United States, 77389-1425 https://www.exxonmobil.com

Global ethylene market outlook

The databook is designed to serve as a comprehensive guide to navigating this sector. The databook focuses on market statistics denoted in the form of revenue and y-o-y growth and CAGR across the globe and regions. A detailed competitive and opportunity analyses related to ethylene market will help companies and investors design strategic landscapes.


Polyethylene was the largest segment with a revenue share of 64.49% in 2022. Horizon Databook has segmented the Global ethylene market based on polyethylene, ethylene oxide, edc, ethyl benzene covering the revenue growth of each sub-segment from 2018 to 2030.


  • Global Ethylene Additives Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018-2030)
    • Polyethylene
    • Polypropylene
    • Propylene oxide
    • Acrylonitrile
    • Phenol/cumene
    • Cyclohexane
    • Nitrobenzene
    • Alkyl benzene
    • Solvents
    • TDI
    • Formaldehyde
    • Gasoline
    • Acetic Acid
    • MTBE
    • Dimethyl Ether
    • MTO/MTP
    • Monomers
    • Acrylic acid
    • Isopropanol
    • SB Rubber
    • Butadiene rubber
    • ABS
    • SB latex
    • Ethylene Oxide
    • EDC
    • Ethyl benzene
    • Others

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