Global 1-Octanol Market Report
Market Overview
1-Octanol (Caprylic Alcohol) is a fatty alcohol with the molecular formula CH₃(CH₂)₇OH, belonging to the group of primary aliphatic alcohols with carbon chain lengths ranging from C6–C24. It is a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a mild citrus-like odor.
Production is concentrated in South Asia, the EU, and the USA, accounting for nearly 80% of global output. While the market size is smaller compared to other alcohols (e.g., isobutyl alcohol), 1-Octanol has significant potential due to its applications in chemical intermediates, cosmetics, and food industries. Industrial grade dominates the market (~80%), but food-grade demand is steadily rising with the growth of functional foods and nutraceuticals.
China is a major consumer, heavily reliant on imports from South Asia. Rising prices in China reflect growing demand and limited domestic production capacity.
The global 1-Octanol market was valued at USD 220 million in 2017 and is projected to reach USD 310 million by 2025, growing at a CAGR of 4.7% during 2018–2025.
Key Players
- Kao Chem
- Ecogreen Oleo
- PTTGC
- Musim Mas
- Sasol Ltd.
- BASF SE
- KLK Oleo
- Emery Oleochemicals
- Procter & Gamble Chemicals
- VVF Ltd.
- Axxence Aromatic GmbH
- Auro Chemicals
- Huachen Energy
- Xiyingmen Oil
- YouYang Industrial
- Liaoning Huaxing
- Oleon NV
- Godrej Industries Ltd.
Market Segmentation
By Product Type
- Industrial Grade
- Food Grade
- Others (specialty grades)
By Application
- Chemical Intermediates (plasticizers, surfactants, lubricants)
- Cosmetics & Personal Care (emollients, fragrances)
- Food & Nutraceuticals (flavoring agents, stabilizers)
- Others (pharmaceutical excipients, specialty chemicals)
By Region
- North America
- Europe
- Asia-Pacific (China, India, Japan, South Korea, Southeast Asia, Australia)
- Middle East & Africa
- Central & South America
Regional Analysis
- North America: Strong demand in cosmetics and chemical intermediates; U.S. and Canada lead consumption.
- Europe: Significant production base; demand supported by cosmetics and specialty chemicals industries.
- Asia-Pacific: Largest consumption region; China heavily reliant on imports, India emerging as a production hub.
- South America: Brazil and Argentina show moderate growth, driven by food and chemical industries.
- Middle East & Africa: Emerging demand in industrial and personal care applications.
Porter’s Five Forces
- Threat of New Entrants – Moderate (technical barriers and capital requirements limit entry).
- Bargaining Power of Suppliers – Moderate (raw material supply is stable but concentrated).
- Bargaining Power of Buyers – High (buyers demand cost-effective, high-quality products).
- Threat of Substitutes – Moderate (other fatty alcohols compete in certain applications).
- Industry Rivalry – High (global players compete on price, quality, and innovation).
SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Versatile applications across multiple industries
- Strong demand in chemical intermediates and cosmetics
- Established global production base
Weaknesses
- Smaller market size compared to other alcohols
- High dependence on imports in key regions (China)
- Price volatility in raw materials
Opportunities
- Rising demand in food and nutraceutical industries
- Expansion into emerging markets (India, Southeast Asia)
- Innovation in bio-based and sustainable production methods
Threats
- Competition from alternative fatty alcohols
- Regulatory restrictions in food and cosmetics applications
- Supply chain risks in South Asia and EU
Trend Analysis
- Increasing demand for bio-based and sustainable fatty alcohols.
- Rising consumption in cosmetics and personal care industries.
- Growth in food-grade applications for flavoring and stabilizers.
- Expansion of Asia-Pacific imports and domestic production capacity.
- Innovation in oleochemical production technologies.
Drivers & Challenges
Drivers
- Rising demand in cosmetics and personal care industries
- Growth in chemical intermediates and surfactants
- Expanding food and nutraceutical applications
- Economic growth in emerging markets
Challenges
- Price volatility in raw materials
- Dependence on imports in major consumption regions
- Competition from alternative fatty alcohols
- Regulatory hurdles in food and cosmetics sectors
Value Chain Analysis
- Raw Material Suppliers – Oleochemical feedstocks (palm oil, coconut oil).
- Manufacturers – Global producers of industrial and food-grade 1-Octanol.
- Distributors & Traders – Regional and global supply chains.
- End Users – Chemical, cosmetics, food, and pharmaceutical industries.
Quick Recommendations for Stakeholders
- Manufacturers: Invest in bio-based production technologies to meet sustainability demands.
- Investors: Focus on Asia-Pacific and food-grade applications for high growth potential.
- Policy Makers: Support oleochemical industry development and regulate imports.
- End Users: Leverage 1-Octanol for innovation in cosmetics, food, and specialty chemicals.
- Supply Chain Partners: Diversify sourcing to mitigate risks from concentrated production regions.
Table of Contents
Global 1-Octanol Market Professional Survey Report
1 Industry Overview of 1-Octanol
1.1 Definition and Specifications of 1-Octanol
1.1.1 Definition of 1-Octanol
1.1.2 Specifications of 1-Octanol
1.2 Classification of 1-Octanol
1.2.1 Industrial Grade
1.2.2 Food Grade
1.2.3 Others
1.3 Applications of 1-Octanol
1.3.1 Chemical intermediates
1.3.2 Cosmetics
1.3.3 Food
1.3.4 Others
1.4 Market Segment by Regions
1.4.1 North America
1.4.2 Europe
1.4.3 China
1.4.4 Japan
1.4.5 Southeast Asia
1.4.6 India
2 Manufacturing Cost Structure Analysis of 1-Octanol
2.1 Raw Material and Suppliers
2.2 Manufacturing Cost Structure Analysis of 1-Octanol
2.3 Manufacturing Process Analysis of 1-Octanol
2.4 Industry Chain Structure of 1-Octanol
3 Technical Data and Manufacturing Plants Analysis of 1-Octanol
3.1 Capacity and Commercial Production Date of Global 1-Octanol Major Manufacturers in
3.2 Manufacturing Plants Distribution of Global 1-Octanol Major Manufacturers in
3.3 R&D Status and Technology Source of Global 1-Octanol Major Manufacturers in
3.4 Raw Materials Sources Analysis of Global 1-Octanol Major Manufacturers in
4 Global 1-Octanol Overall Market Overview
4.1 -E Overall Market Analysis
4.2 Capacity Analysis
4.2.1 -E Global 1-Octanol Capacity and Growth Rate Analysis
4.2.2 1-Octanol Capacity Analysis (Company Segment)
4.3 Sales Analysis
4.3.1 -E Global 1-Octanol Sales and Growth Rate Analysis
4.3.2 1-Octanol Sales Analysis (Company Segment)
4.4 Sales Price Analysis
4.4.1 -E Global 1-Octanol Sales Price
4.4.2 1-Octanol Sales Price Analysis (Company Segment)
5 1-Octanol Regional Market Analysis
5.1 North America 1-Octanol Market Analysis
5.1.1 North America 1-Octanol Market Overview
5.1.2 North America -E 1-Octanol Local Supply, Import, Export, Local Consumption Analysis
5.1.3 North America -E 1-Octanol Sales Price Analysis
5.1.4 North America 1-Octanol Market Share Analysis
5.2 Europe 1-Octanol Market Analysis
5.2.1 Europe 1-Octanol Market Overview
5.2.2 Europe -E 1-Octanol Local Supply, Import, Export, Local Consumption Analysis
5.2.3 Europe -E 1-Octanol Sales Price Analysis
5.2.4 Europe 1-Octanol Market Share Analysis
5.3 China 1-Octanol Market Analysis
5.3.1 China 1-Octanol Market Overview
5.3.2 China -E 1-Octanol Local Supply, Import, Export, Local Consumption Analysis
5.3.3 China -E 1-Octanol Sales Price Analysis
5.3.4 China 1-Octanol Market Share Analysis
5.4 Japan 1-Octanol Market Analysis
5.4.1 Japan 1-Octanol Market Overview
5.4.2 Japan -E 1-Octanol Local Supply, Import, Export, Local Consumption Analysis
5.4.3 Japan -E 1-Octanol Sales Price Analysis
5.4.4 Japan 1-Octanol Market Share Analysis
5.5 Southeast Asia 1-Octanol Market Analysis
5.5.1 Southeast Asia 1-Octanol Market Overview
5.5.2 Southeast Asia -E 1-Octanol Local Supply, Import, Export, Local Consumption Analysis
5.5.3 Southeast Asia -E 1-Octanol Sales Price Analysis
5.5.4 Southeast Asia 1-Octanol Market Share Analysis
5.6 India 1-Octanol Market Analysis
5.6.1 India 1-Octanol Market Overview
5.6.2 India -E 1-Octanol Local Supply, Import, Export, Local Consumption Analysis
5.6.3 India -E 1-Octanol Sales Price Analysis
5.6.4 India 1-Octanol Market Share Analysis
6 Global -E 1-Octanol Segment Market Analysis (by Type)
6.1 Global -E 1-Octanol Sales by Type
6.2 Different Types of 1-Octanol Product Interview Price Analysis
6.3 Different Types of 1-Octanol Product Driving Factors Analysis
6.3.1 Industrial Grade Growth Driving Factor Analysis
6.3.2 Food Grade Growth Driving Factor Analysis
6.3.3 Others Growth Driving Factor Analysis
7 Global -E 1-Octanol Segment Market Analysis (by Application)
7.1 Global -E 1-Octanol Consumption by Application
7.2 Different Application of 1-Octanol Product Interview Price Analysis
7.3 Different Application of 1-Octanol Product Driving Factors Analysis
7.3.1 Chemical intermediates of 1-Octanol Growth Driving Factor Analysis
7.3.2 Cosmetics of 1-Octanol Growth Driving Factor Analysis
7.3.3 Food of 1-Octanol Growth Driving Factor Analysis
7.3.4 Others of 1-Octanol Growth Driving Factor Analysis
8 Major Manufacturers Analysis of 1-Octanol
8.1 Kao Chem
8.1.1 Company Profile
8.1.2 Product Picture and Specifications
8.1.2.1 Product A
8.1.2.2 Product B
8.1.3 Kao Chem 1-Octanol Sales, Ex-factory Price, Revenue, Gross Margin Analysis
8.1.4 Kao Chem 1-Octanol Business Region Distribution Analysis
8.2 Ecogreen Oleo
8.2.1 Company Profile
8.2.2 Product Picture and Specifications
8.2.2.1 Product A
8.2.2.2 Product B
8.2.3 Ecogreen Oleo 1-Octanol Sales, Ex-factory Price, Revenue, Gross Margin Analysis
8.2.4 Ecogreen Oleo 1-Octanol Business Region Distribution Analysis
8.3 PTTGC
8.3.1 Company Profile
8.3.2 Product Picture and Specifications
8.3.2.1 Product A
8.3.2.2 Product B
8.3.3 PTTGC 1-Octanol Sales, Ex-factory Price, Revenue, Gross Margin Analysis
8.3.4 PTTGC 1-Octanol Business Region Distribution Analysis
8.4 Musim Mas
8.4.1 Company Profile
8.4.2 Product Picture and Specifications
8.4.2.1 Product A
8.4.2.2 Product B
8.4.3 Musim Mas 1-Octanol Sales, Ex-factory Price, Revenue, Gross Margin Analysis
8.4.4 Musim Mas 1-Octanol Business Region Distribution Analysis
8.5 Sasol
8.5.1 Company Profile
8.5.2 Product Picture and Specifications
8.5.2.1 Product A
8.5.2.2 Product B
8.5.3 Sasol 1-Octanol Sales, Ex-factory Price, Revenue, Gross Margin Analysis
8.5.4 Sasol 1-Octanol Business Region Distribution Analysis
8.6 Basf
8.6.1 Company Profile
8.6.2 Product Picture and Specifications
8.6.2.1 Product A
8.6.2.2 Product B
8.6.3 Basf 1-Octanol Sales, Ex-factory Price, Revenue, Gross Margin Analysis
8.6.4 Basf 1-Octanol Business Region Distribution Analysis
8.7 KLK Oleo
8.7.1 Company Profile
8.7.2 Product Picture and Specifications
8.7.2.1 Product A
8.7.2.2 Product B
8.7.3 KLK Oleo 1-Octanol Sales, Ex-factory Price, Revenue, Gross Margin Analysis
8.7.4 KLK Oleo 1-Octanol Business Region Distribution Analysis
8.8 Emery
8.8.1 Company Profile
8.8.2 Product Picture and Specifications
8.8.2.1 Product A
8.8.2.2 Product B
8.8.3 Emery 1-Octanol Sales, Ex-factory Price, Revenue, Gross Margin Analysis
8.8.4 Emery 1-Octanol Business Region Distribution Analysis
8.9 P&G Chem
8.9.1 Company Profile
8.9.2 Product Picture and Specifications
8.9.2.1 Product A
8.9.2.2 Product B
8.9.3 P&G Chem 1-Octanol Sales, Ex-factory Price, Revenue, Gross Margin Analysis
8.9.4 P&G Chem 1-Octanol Business Region Distribution Analysis
8.10 VVF
8.10.1 Company Profile
8.10.2 Product Picture and Specifications
8.10.2.1 Product A
8.10.2.2 Product B
8.10.3 VVF 1-Octanol Sales, Ex-factory Price, Revenue, Gross Margin Analysis
8.10.4 VVF 1-Octanol Business Region Distribution Analysis
8.11 Axxence
8.12 Auro Chemicals
8.13 Huachen Energy
8.14 Xiyingmen Oil
8.15 YouYang Ind
8.16 Liaoning Huaxing
9 Development Trend of Analysis of 1-Octanol Market
9.1 Global 1-Octanol Market Trend Analysis
9.1.1 Global -2025 1-Octanol Market Size (Volume and Value) Forecast
9.1.2 Global -2025 1-Octanol Sales Price Forecast
9.2 1-Octanol Regional Market Trend
9.2.1 North America -2025 1-Octanol Consumption Forecast
9.2.2 Europe -2025 1-Octanol Consumption Forecast
9.2.3 China -2025 1-Octanol Consumption Forecast
9.2.4 Japan -2025 1-Octanol Consumption Forecast
9.2.5 Southeast Asia -2025 1-Octanol Consumption Forecast
9.2.6 India -2025 1-Octanol Consumption Forecast
9.3 1-Octanol Market Trend (Product Type)
9.4 1-Octanol Market Trend (Application)
10 1-Octanol Marketing Type Analysis
10.1 1-Octanol Regional Marketing Type Analysis
10.2 1-Octanol International Trade Type Analysis
10.3 Traders or Distributors with Contact Information of 1-Octanol by Region
10.4 1-Octanol Supply Chain Analysis
11 Consumers Analysis of 1-Octanol
11.1 Consumer 1 Analysis
11.2 Consumer 2 Analysis
11.3 Consumer 3 Analysis
11.4 Consumer 4 Analysis
12 Conclusion of the Global 1-Octanol Market Professional Survey Report
Methodology
Analyst Introduction
Data Source
List of Tables and Figures
Figure Picture of 1-Octanol
Table Product Specifications of 1-Octanol
Table Classification of 1-Octanol
Figure Global Production Market Share of 1-Octanol by Type in
Figure Industrial Grade Picture
Table Major Manufacturers of Industrial Grade
Figure Food Grade Picture
Table Major Manufacturers of Food Grade
Figure Others Picture
Table Major Manufacturers of Others
Table Applications of 1-Octanol
Figure Global Consumption Volume Market Share of 1-Octanol by Application in
Figure Chemical intermediates Examples
Table Major Consumers in Chemical intermediates
Figure Cosmetics Examples
Table Major Consumers in Cosmetics
Figure Food Examples
Table Major Consumers in Food
Figure Others Examples
Table Major Consumers in Others
Figure Market Share of 1-Octanol by Regions
Figure North America 1-Octanol Market Size (Million USD) (-2025)
Figure Europe 1-Octanol Market Size (Million USD) (-2025)
Figure China 1-Octanol Market Size (Million USD) (-2025)
Figure Japan 1-Octanol Market Size (Million USD) (-2025)
Figure Southeast Asia 1-Octanol Market Size (Million USD) (-2025)
Figure India 1-Octanol Market Size (Million USD) (-2025)
Table 1-Octanol Raw Material and Suppliers
Table Manufacturing Cost Structure Analysis of 1-Octanol in
Figure Manufacturing Process Analysis of 1-Octanol
Figure Industry Chain Structure of 1-Octanol
Table Capacity and Commercial Production Date of Global 1-Octanol Major Manufacturers in
Table Manufacturing Plants Distribution of Global 1-Octanol Major Manufacturers in
Table R&D Status and Technology Source of Global 1-Octanol Major Manufacturers in
Table Raw Materials Sources Analysis of Global 1-Octanol Major Manufacturers in
Table Global Capacity, Sales , Price, Cost, Sales Revenue (M USD) and Gross Margin of 1-Octanol -E
Figure Global -E 1-Octanol Market Size (Volume) and Growth Rate
Figure Global -E 1-Octanol Market Size (Value) and Growth Rate
Table -E Global 1-Octanol Capacity and Growth Rate
Table Global 1-Octanol Capacity (K MT) List (Company Segment)
Table -E Global 1-Octanol Sales (K MT) and Growth Rate
Table Global 1-Octanol Sales (K MT) List (Company Segment)
Table -E Global 1-Octanol Sales Price (USD/MT)
Table Global 1-Octanol Sales Price (USD/MT) List (Company Segment)
Figure North America Capacity Overview
Table North America Supply, Import, Export and Consumption (K MT) of 1-Octanol -E
Figure North America -E 1-Octanol Sales Price (USD/MT)
Figure North America 1-Octanol Sales Market Share
Figure Europe Capacity Overview
Table Europe Supply, Import, Export and Consumption (K MT) of 1-Octanol -E
Figure Europe -E 1-Octanol Sales Price (USD/MT)
Figure Europe 1-Octanol Sales Market Share
Figure China Capacity Overview
Table China Supply, Import, Export and Consumption (K MT) of 1-Octanol -E
Figure China -E 1-Octanol Sales Price (USD/MT)
Figure China 1-Octanol Sales Market Share
Figure Japan Capacity Overview
Table Japan Supply, Import, Export and Consumption (K MT) of 1-Octanol -E
Figure Japan -E 1-Octanol Sales Price (USD/MT)
Figure Japan 1-Octanol Sales Market Share
Figure Southeast Asia Capacity Overview
Table Southeast Asia Supply, Import, Export and Consumption (K MT) of 1-Octanol -E
Figure Southeast Asia -E 1-Octanol Sales Price (USD/MT)
Figure Southeast Asia 1-Octanol Sales Market Share
Figure India Capacity Overview
Table India Supply, Import, Export and Consumption (K MT) of 1-Octanol -E
Figure India -E 1-Octanol Sales Price (USD/MT)
Figure India 1-Octanol Sales Market Share
Table Global -E 1-Octanol Sales (K MT) by Type
Table Different Types 1-Octanol Product Interview Price
Table Global -E 1-Octanol Sales (K MT) by Application
Table Different Application 1-Octanol Product Interview Price
Table Kao Chem Information List
Table Product Overview
Table Kao Chem 1-Octanol Revenue (Million USD), Sales (K MT), Ex-factory Price (USD/MT)
Figure Kao Chem 1-Octanol Business Region Distribution
Table Ecogreen Oleo Information List
Table Product Overview
Table Ecogreen Oleo 1-Octanol Revenue (Million USD), Sales (K MT), Ex-factory Price (USD/MT)
Figure Ecogreen Oleo 1-Octanol Business Region Distribution
Table PTTGC Information List
Table Product Overview
Table PTTGC 1-Octanol Revenue (Million USD), Sales (K MT), Ex-factory Price (USD/MT)
Figure PTTGC 1-Octanol Business Region Distribution
Table Musim Mas Information List
Table Product Overview
Table Musim Mas 1-Octanol Revenue (Million USD), Sales (K MT), Ex-factory Price (USD/MT)
Figure Musim Mas 1-Octanol Business Region Distribution
Table Sasol Information List
Table Product Overview
Table Sasol 1-Octanol Revenue (Million USD), Sales (K MT), Ex-factory Price (USD/MT)
Figure Sasol 1-Octanol Business Region Distribution
Table Basf Information List
Table Product Overview
Table Basf 1-Octanol Revenue (Million USD), Sales (K MT), Ex-factory Price (USD/MT)
Figure Basf 1-Octanol Business Region Distribution
Table KLK Oleo Information List
Table Product Overview
Table KLK Oleo 1-Octanol Revenue (Million USD), Sales (K MT), Ex-factory Price (USD/MT)
Figure KLK Oleo 1-Octanol Business Region Distribution
Table Emery Information List
Table Product Overview
Table Emery 1-Octanol Revenue (Million USD), Sales (K MT), Ex-factory Price (USD/MT)
Figure Emery 1-Octanol Business Region Distribution
Table P&G Chem Information List
Table Product Overview
Table P&G Chem 1-Octanol Revenue (Million USD), Sales (K MT), Ex-factory Price (USD/MT)
Figure P&G Chem 1-Octanol Business Region Distribution
Table VVF Information List
Table Product Overview
Table VVF 1-Octanol Revenue (Million USD), Sales (K MT), Ex-factory Price (USD/MT)
Figure VVF 1-Octanol Business Region Distribution
Table Axxence Information List
Table Auro Chemicals Information List
Table Huachen Energy Information List
Table Xiyingmen Oil Information List
Table YouYang Ind Information List
Table Liaoning Huaxing Information List
Figure Global -2025 1-Octanol Market Size (K MT) and Growth Rate Forecast
Figure Global -2025 1-Octanol Market Size (Million USD) and Growth Rate Forecast
Figure Global -2025 1-Octanol Sales Price (USD/MT) Forecast
Figure North America -2025 1-Octanol Consumption Volume (K MT) and Growth Rate Forecast
Figure China -2025 1-Octanol Consumption Volume (K MT) and Growth Rate Forecast
Figure Europe -2025 1-Octanol Consumption Volume (K MT) and Growth Rate Forecast
Figure Southeast Asia -2025 1-Octanol Consumption Volume (K MT) and Growth Rate Forecast
Figure Japan -2025 1-Octanol Consumption Volume (K MT) and Growth Rate Forecast
Figure India -2025 1-Octanol Consumption Volume (K MT) and Growth Rate Forecast
Table Global Sales Volume (K MT) of 1-Octanol by Type -2025
Table Global Consumption Volume (K MT) of 1-Octanol by Application -2025
Table Traders or Distributors with Contact Information of 1-Octanol by Region
Key Players
- Kao Chem
- Ecogreen Oleo
- PTTGC
- Musim Mas
- Sasol Ltd.
- BASF SE
- KLK Oleo
- Emery Oleochemicals
- Procter & Gamble Chemicals
- VVF Ltd.
- Axxence Aromatic GmbH
- Auro Chemicals
- Huachen Energy
- Xiyingmen Oil
- YouYang Industrial
- Liaoning Huaxing
- Oleon NV
- Godrej Industries Ltd.
Market Segmentation
By Product Type
- Industrial Grade
- Food Grade
- Others (specialty grades)
By Application
- Chemical Intermediates (plasticizers, surfactants, lubricants)
- Cosmetics & Personal Care (emollients, fragrances)
- Food & Nutraceuticals (flavoring agents, stabilizers)
- Others (pharmaceutical excipients, specialty chemicals)
