N-ヘキサン市場レポート：用途別、地域別、2025年～2033年

N-ヘキサン市場の世界市場規模は2024年に27億2,100万米ドルに達しました。今後、IMARC Groupは、市場は2033年までに35億7,040万米ドルに達し、2025年から2033年にかけて2.91%の成長率（CAGR）を示すと予測しています。工業製品や化学製品の溶媒として広く採用されていること、製薬産業で大きく成長していること、食品分野で油抽出剤としての製品需要が増加していることなどが、市場を推進している主な要因です。

N-ヘキサン（C6H14）は揮発性の脂肪族炭化水素で、原油精製や天然ガス処理の製品別として得られます。室温では無色の液体で、ガソリンのような穏やかな臭いがあります。種子や野菜からの搾油、洗浄、脱脂などの抽出工程でよく使用されます。N-ヘキサンはまた、塗料用シンナーやインク調合など、さまざまな用途の溶剤ブレンドの成分としても使用されます。N-ヘキサンは融点が低く、引火性が高く、他の炭化水素や有機溶剤と混和しやすいです。その結果、N-ヘキサンは、石油抽出、医薬品、電子機器製造産業など幅広い用途に使用されています。

世界のN-ヘキサン市場は予測期間中、より大きなCAGRで拡大すると予想されます。ポリプロピレン、皮革、塗料、ゴムなどの工業製品や化学製品の主溶剤として広く採用されていることが、市場の成長を後押ししています。これに加えて、その優れた溶剤特性により、医薬品、接着剤、コーティング剤、化学合成などの産業でN-ヘキサンの需要が増加していることも、市場成長にプラスの影響を与えています。さらに、精製油の需要増と大衆の健康意識の高まりが、成長促進要因として作用しています。N-ヘキサンは、種子、野菜、その他の原料から油を抽出する食品産業で広く使用されています。その他の要因としては、広範な研究開発（R&D）活動、費用対効果とリサイクル性による製品採用の広がり、洗浄・脱脂業界における製品需要の増加などが挙げられます。

N-ヘキサン市場傾向／促進要因：

製薬業界における著しい成長

植物などの天然資源から医薬品有効成分（API）を抽出する溶媒として広く採用されていることが、市場の見通しを明るくしている主な要因のひとつです。さらに、N-ヘキサンは、業界における多くの合成および分離技術に広く使用されており、さらに錠剤や錠剤の成形に使用される金型の作成にも使用されています。さらに、製薬産業における残留物、油分、汚染物質を効果的に除去するための装置、容器、製造エリアの洗浄・滅菌における製品利用の増加が、市場の成長に寄与しています。このほか、継続的な研究開発（R&D）活動、天然物や標準化された原薬に対する需要の高まり、効率的な溶剤や抽出剤のニーズが市場の成長を支えています。

化学産業における製品採用の増加

N-ヘキサンは、化学合成において様々な化合物を溶解・抽出する溶媒として広く採用されています。医薬中間体、特殊化学品、その他の有機物質を含む有機化合物の精製と分離に役立ちます。さらに、化学産業における接着剤、コーティング剤、シーラントの配合において、溶剤としての製品採用が増加していることが、市場成長の原動力となっています。さらに、植物、油、天然物など、さまざまな供給源から有機化合物を抽出するための製品の利用が広がっていることも、市場の成長を後押ししています。これとは別に、ゴム、接着剤、コーティング剤を製造するための溶剤としてN-ヘキサンの用途が増加していることも、市場の成長に寄与しています。

洗浄・脱脂業界における製品採用の広がり

N-ヘキサンは、その優れた溶剤特性と油脂やその他の汚染物質を効果的に溶解する能力により、洗浄および脱脂産業で一般的に使用されています。さらに、自動車、製造業、航空宇宙などの産業で、金属部品、機械部品、装置の洗浄にN-ヘキサンの利用が増加していることも、市場の成長を後押ししています。さらに、蓄積された油、グリース、残留物を除去し、円滑な運転を確保し、目詰まりや誤作動を防止するための製品需要の高まりが、もう一つの成長促進要因として作用しています。このほか、印刷、繊維、家具、製靴産業で洗浄剤としてのN-ヘキサンの用途が拡大していることも、市場の成長を後押ししています。

目次

第1章 序文

第2章 調査範囲と調査手法

• 調査の目的
• ステークホルダー
• データソース
  • 一次情報
  • 二次情報
• 市場推定
  • ボトムアップアプローチ
  • トップダウンアプローチ
• 調査手法

第3章 エグゼクティブサマリー

第4章 イントロダクション

• 概要
• プロパティ
• 主要業界動向

第5章 世界のN-ヘキサン産業

• 市場概要
• 市場実績
  • 数量動向
  • 金額動向
• COVID-19の影響
• 価格動向
• 市場内訳：地域別
• 市場内訳：用途別
• 市場予測
• SWOT分析
  • 概要
  • 強み
  • 弱み
  • 機会
  • 脅威
• バリューチェーン分析
  • 概要
  • 研究開発
  • 原材料調達
  • メーカー
  • 卸売業者
  • 輸出業者
  • エンドユーザー
• 製品の価格設定とマージン分析
• ポーターのファイブフォース分析
  • 概要
  • 買い手の交渉力
  • 供給企業の交渉力
  • ライバル関係の度合い
  • 新規参入業者の脅威
  • 代替品の脅威
• 市場促進要因と成功要因

第6章 主要地域の実績

• アジア太平洋地域
• 欧州
• 北米
• 中東・アフリカ
• ラテンアメリカ

第7章 市場：用途別

• 食用油の抽出
• ヘルスケア
• 工業用溶剤
• 接着剤配合
• その他

第8章 競合情勢

• 市場構造
• 主要企業
• 主要企業のプロファイル
  • Rompetrol
  • Royal Dutch Shell
  • Exxon Mobil Corporation
  • China Petrochemical Corporation
  • Junyuan Petroleum Group

第9章 N-ヘキサン製造プロセス

• 製造工程
• 詳細なプロセスフロー
• 関与する化学反応
• 原材料要件
• マスバランスと原料転換率

第10章 N-ヘキサン：原料分析

• ナフサ
  • 市場実績
  • 価格動向
  • 市場内訳：地域別
  • 市場内訳：用途別
  • 市場予測
  • 主要サプライヤー

List of Figures

• Figure 1: Global: N-Hexane Market: Major Drivers and Challenges
• Figure 2: Global: N-Hexane Market: Volume Trends (in Million Tons), 2019-2024
• Figure 3: Global: N-Hexane Market: Value Trends (in Million USD), 2019-2024
• Figure 4: Global: N-Hexane Market: Average Prices (in USD/Ton), 2019-2033
• Figure 5: Global: N-Hexane Market: Breakup by Region (in %), 2024
• Figure 6: Global: N-Hexane Market: Breakup by Application (in %), 2024
• Figure 7: Global: N-Hexane Market Forecast: Volume Trends (in Million Tons), 2025-2033
• Figure 8: Global: N-Hexane Market Forecast: Value Trends (in Million USD), 2025-2033
• Figure 9: Global: N-Hexane Industry: SWOT Analysis
• Figure 10: Global: N-Hexane Industry: Value Chain Analysis
• Figure 11: Global: N-Hexane Industry: Profit Margins at Various Levels of the Supply Chain
• Figure 12: Global: N-Hexane Industry: Porter's Five Forces Analysis
• Figure 13: Global: N-Hexane Market Forecast: Breakup by Region (in %), 2033
• Figure 14: Asia Pacific: N-Hexane Market (in '000 Tons), 2019 & 2024
• Figure 15: Asia Pacific: N-Hexane Market Forecast (in '000 Tons), 2025-2033
• Figure 16: Europe: N-Hexane Market (in '000 Tons), 2019 & 2024
• Figure 17: Europe: N-Hexane Market Forecast (in '000 Tons), 2025-2033
• Figure 18: North America: N-Hexane Market (in '000 Tons), 2019 & 2024
• Figure 19: North America: N-Hexane Market Forecast (in '000 Tons), 2025-2033
• Figure 20: Middle East and Africa: N-Hexane Market (in '000 Tons), 2019 & 2024
• Figure 21: Middle East and Africa: N-Hexane Market Forecast (in '000 Tons), 2025-2033
• Figure 22: Latin America: N-Hexane Market (in '000 Tons), 2019 & 2024
• Figure 23: Latin America: N-Hexane Market Forecast (in '000 Tons), 2025-2033
• Figure 24: Global: N-Hexane Market Forecast: Breakup by Application (in %), 2033
• Figure 25: Global: N-Hexane Market: Edible Oil Extraction (in '000 Tons), 2019 & 2024
• Figure 26: Global: N-Hexane Market Forecast: Edible Oil Extraction (in '000 Tons), 2025-2033
• Figure 27: Global: N-Hexane Market: Healthcare (in '000 Tons), 2019 & 2024
• Figure 28: Global: N-Hexane Market Forecast: Healthcare (in '000 Tons), 2025-2033
• Figure 29: Global: N-Hexane Market: Industrial Solvent (in '000 Tons), 2019 & 2024
• Figure 30: Global: N-Hexane Market Forecast: Industrial Solvent (in '000 Tons), 2025-2033
• Figure 31: Global: N-Hexane Market: Adhesive Formulation (in '000 Tons), 2019 & 2024
• Figure 32: Global: N-Hexane Market Forecast: Adhesive Formulation (in '000 Tons), 2025-2033
• Figure 33: Global: N-Hexane Market: Other Applications (in '000 Tons), 2019 & 2024
• Figure 34: Global: N-Hexane Market Forecast: Other Applications (in '000 Tons), 2025-2033
• Figure 35: Rompetrol: SWOT Analysis
• Figure 36: Royal Dutch Shell: SWOT Analysis
• Figure 37: Exxon Mobil: SWOT Analysis
• Figure 38: N-Hexane Manufacturing: Detailed Process Flow
• Figure 39: Global: Naphtha Market: Volume Trends (in Million Tons), 2019-2024
• Figure 40: Global: Naphtha Market: Value Trends (in Billion USD), 2019-2024
• Figure 41: Global: Naphtha Market: Price Trends (in USD/Ton), 2019-2024
• Figure 42: Global: Naphtha Market: Breakup by Region (in %), 2024
• Figure 43: Global: Naphtha Market: Breakup by Application (in %), 2024
• Figure 44: Global: Naphtha Market Forecast: Volume Trends (in Million Tons), 2025-2033
• Figure 45: Global: Naphtha Market Forecast: Value Trends (in Billion USD), 2025-2033

List of Tables

• Table 1: N-hexane: General Properties
• Table 2: Global: N-Hexane Market: Key Industry Highlights, 2024 and 2033
• Table 3: Global: N-Hexane Market Forecast: Breakup by Region (in '000 Tons), 2025-2033
• Table 4: Asia Pacific: N-Hexane Market: Rank Wise Application (in %), 2024
• Table 5: Europe: N-Hexane Market: Rank Wise Application (in %), 2024
• Table 6: North America: N-Hexane Market: Rank Wise Application (in %), 2024
• Table 7: Global: N-Hexane Market Forecast: Breakup by Application (in '000 Tons), 2025-2033
• Table 8: Global: N-Hexane Market: Competitive Structure
• Table 9: Global: N-Hexane Market: Key Players
• Table 10: Asia Pacific: N-Hexane Key Suppliers
• Table 11: North America: N-Hexane Key Suppliers
• Table 12: Europe: N-Hexane Key Suppliers
• Table 13: Rompetrol: Key Financials (in USD Million)
• Table 14: Royal Dutch Shell: Key Financials (in USD Million)
• Table 15: Exxon Mobil: Key Financials (in USD Million)
• Table 16: China Petrochemical Corporation: Key Financials (in RMB Million)
• Table 17: N-Hexane Manufacturing: Raw Material Requirements
• Table 18: Typical Composition of Naphtha
• Table 19: Global: Naphtha Market: Key Suppliers

The global n-hexane market size reached USD 2,721.0 Million in 2024. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach USD 3,570.4 Million by 2033, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 2.91% during 2025-2033. The widespread product adoption as a solvent for industrial and chemical products, significant growth in the pharmaceutical industry, and increasing product demand in the food sector as an oil extraction agent are some of the major factors propelling the market.

N-hexane (C6H14) is a volatile aliphatic hydrocarbon that is obtained as a byproduct of crude oil refining and natural gas processing. It is a colorless liquid at room temperature with a mild, gasoline-like odor. It is commonly used in extraction processes, such as oil extraction from seeds and vegetables and cleaning and degreasing. N-hexane is also used as a component in solvent blends for various applications, including paint thinners and ink formulations. It exhibits a low melting point, high flammability, and miscibility with other hydrocarbons and organic solvents. As a result, N-hexane finds extensive applications across the oil extraction, pharmaceuticals, and electronics manufacturing industries.

The global N-hexane market is expected to expand at a larger CAGR during the forecast period. The widespread product adoption as a primary solvent for industrial and chemical products, such as polypropylene, leather, paint, and rubber, is favoring the market growth. In addition to this, the increasing demand for n-hexane in industries, including pharmaceuticals, adhesives, coatings, and chemical synthesis, due to its excellent solvent properties, is positively influencing the market growth. Moreover, the growing demand for refined oil and the rising health consciousness among the masses is acting as a growth-inducing factor. N-hexane is widely used in the food industry to extract oils from seeds, vegetables, and other raw materials. Other factors include extensive research and development (R&D) activities, widespread product adoption owing to its cost-effectiveness and recyclability, and increasing product demand in the cleaning and degreasing industry.

N-Hexane Market Trends/Drivers:

Significant growth in the pharmaceutical industry

The widespread product adoption as a solvent for extracting active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) from natural sources, such as plants, is one of the key factors creating a positive outlook for the market. Moreover, n-hexane is widely used for numerous synthesis and separation techniques in the industry and is also employed for creating molds that are further used for shaping pills and tablets. Additionally, the increasing product utilization in cleaning and sterilizing equipment, containers, and manufacturing areas to effectively remove residues, oils, and contaminants in the pharmaceutical industry is contributing to the market growth. Besides this, continuous research and development (R&D) activities, growing demand for natural products and standardized APIs, and the need for efficient solvents and extraction agents are supporting the market growth.

Increasing product adoption in the chemical industry

N-hexane is widely employed as a solvent for dissolving and extracting various compounds in chemical synthesis. It helps in the purification and separation of organic compounds, including pharmaceutical intermediates, specialty chemicals, and other organic substances. Additionally, the increasing product adoption as a solvent in the formulation of adhesives, coatings, and sealants in the chemical industry is providing an impetus to the market growth. Furthermore, the widespread product utilization for extracting organic compounds from various sources, such as plants, oils, and natural products, is propelling the market growth. Apart from this, the increasing application of n-hexane as a solvent to produce rubber, adhesives, and coatings is contributing to the market growth.

The widespread product adoption in the cleaning and degreasing industry

N-hexane is commonly used in the cleaning and degreasing industry due to its excellent solvent properties and ability to effectively dissolve oils, greases, and other contaminants. Moreover, the increasing utilization of n-hexane for cleaning metal parts, machinery components, and equipment in industries, such as automotive, manufacturing, and aerospace, is favoring the market growth. Moreover, the rising product demand to remove accumulated oils, greases, and residues, ensuring smooth operation and preventing clogging or malfunctioning, is acting as another growth-inducing factor. Besides this, the growing application of n-hexane as a cleaning agent in the printing, textile, furniture, and shoemaking industries is providing a thrust to the market growth.

N-Hexane Industry Segmentation:

Breakup by Application:

• Edible Oil Extraction
• Healthcare
• Industrial Solvent
• Adhesive Formulation
• Others

Edible Oil Extraction is dominating the N-Hexane

N-hexane is a hydrocarbon solvent commonly used in the extraction of edible oils from plant materials such as soybeans, peanuts, and corn. It is preferred due to its low boiling point and high solubility in oil. This efficiency helps maximize oil recovery and extraction yield. It is also a cost-effective solvent and easily available product that is extensively used in large-scale edible oil production. In addition to this, n-hexane assists in removing odor and unwanted taste from the oil, thereby making it a preferred agent for extraction. Moreover, the widespread utilization of n-hexane as a solvent in cracked seeds and nuts placed in an extraction vessel is providing a considerable boost to the market growth.

Breakup by Region:

• Asia-Pacific
• Europe
• North America
• Middle East and Africa
• Latin America

Asia-Pacific exhibits a clear dominance, accounting for the largest N-Hexane market share.

The report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of all the major regional markets, which include Asia Pacific, Europe, North America, the Middle East and Africa, and Latin America.

Asia Pacific has witnessed significant growth in the demand for N-hexane due to increasing electronics manufacturing in the region. N-hexane is utilized in cleaning and degreasing electronic components as it helps remove contaminants, oils, and residues from circuit boards, connectors, and other electronic parts. Moreover, the Asia-Pacific region is a major producer of edible oils, and n-hexane is widely used in the solvent extraction process to obtain oils from oilseeds and nuts. Furthermore, the rapid expansion of the pharmaceutical industry is acting as another significant growth-inducing factor, since it is used as a solvent for the extraction and purification of pharmaceutical compounds and intermediates. In confluence with this, n-hexane is also employed in laboratory settings for cleaning glassware and equipment, which, in turn, is impelling the market growth further.

Competitive Landscape:

The global N-hexane market is experiencing significant growth due to the increasing emphasis on sustainability. In line with this, researchers are developing catalysts that are more environmentally friendly, which, in turn, is positively influencing the market growth. Moreover, the implementation of more sustainable production processes for n-hexane feedstocks derived from renewable resources, such as biomass or bio-based materials, which help to reduce reliance on fossil fuels and lower greenhouse gas emissions, is favoring the market growth. Several companies are advancing technologies and improving operational efficiency to optimize refining processes and exploring innovative solutions to enhance the production, quality, and sustainability of their chemical products. Furthermore, an enhanced focus on research and development (R&D) to develop catalysts that can improve the selectivity of n-hexane production while maximizing the yield is providing an impetus to the market growth.

The report has provided a comprehensive analysis of the competitive landscape in the global n-hexane market. Detailed profiles of all major companies have also been provided. Some of the key players in the global n-hexane market include:

• Rompetrol
• Royal Dutch Shell PLC
• Exxon Mobil Corporation
• China Petrochemical Corporation
• Junyuan Petroleum Group

Key Questions Answered in This Report

• 1.What was the size of the global N-hexane market in 2024?
• 2.What is the expected growth rate of the global N-hexane market during 2025-2033?
• 3.What are the key factors driving the global N-hexane market?
• 4.What has been the impact of COVID-19 on the global N-hexane market?
• 5.What is the breakup of the global N-hexane market based on the application?
• 6.What are the key regions in the global N-hexane market?
• 7.Who are the key players/companies in the global N-hexane market?

Table of Contents

1 Preface

2 Scope and Methodology

• 2.1 Objectives of the Study
• 2.2 Stakeholders
• 2.3 Data Sources
  • 2.3.1 Primary Sources
  • 2.3.2 Secondary Sources
• 2.4 Market Estimation
  • 2.4.1 Bottom-Up Approach
  • 2.4.2 Top-Down Approach
• 2.5 Forecasting Methodology

3 Executive Summary

4 Introduction

• 4.1 Overview
• 4.2 Properties
• 4.3 Key Industry Trends

5 Global N-Hexane Industry

• 5.1 Market Overview
• 5.2 Market Performance
  • 5.2.1 Volume Trends
  • 5.2.2 Value Trends
• 5.3 Impact of COVID-19
• 5.4 Price Trends
• 5.5 Market Breakup by Region
• 5.6 Market Breakup by Application
• 5.7 Market Forecast
• 5.8 SWOT Analysis
  • 5.8.1 Overview
  • 5.8.2 Strengths
  • 5.8.3 Weaknesses
  • 5.8.4 Opportunities
  • 5.8.5 Threats
• 5.9 Value Chain Analysis
  • 5.9.1 Overview
  • 5.9.2 Research and Development
  • 5.9.3 Raw Material Procurement
  • 5.9.4 Manufacturer
  • 5.9.5 Distributor
  • 5.9.6 Exporter
  • 5.9.7 End-User
• 5.10 Product Pricing and Margin Analysis
• 5.11 Porter's Five Forces Analysis
  • 5.11.1 Overview
  • 5.11.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers
  • 5.11.3 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
  • 5.11.4 Degree of Rivalry
  • 5.11.5 Threat of New Entrants
  • 5.11.6 Threat of Substitutes
• 5.12 Key Market Drivers and Success Factors

6 Performance of Key Regions

• 6.1 Asia Pacific
  • 6.1.1 Market Trends
  • 6.1.2 Market Forecast
• 6.2 Europe
  • 6.2.1 Market Trends
  • 6.2.2 Market Forecast
• 6.3 North America
  • 6.3.1 Market Trends
  • 6.3.2 Market Forecast
• 6.4 Middle East and Africa
  • 6.4.1 Market Trends
  • 6.4.2 Market Forecast
• 6.5 Latin America
  • 6.5.1 Market Trends
  • 6.5.2 Market Forecast

7 Market by Application

• 7.1 Edible Oil Extraction
  • 7.1.1 Market Trends
  • 7.1.2 Market Forecast
• 7.2 Healthcare
  • 7.2.1 Market Trends
  • 7.2.2 Market Forecast
• 7.3 Industrial Solvent
  • 7.3.1 Market Trends
  • 7.3.2 Market Forecast
• 7.4 Adhesive Formulation
  • 7.4.1 Market Trends
  • 7.4.2 Market Forecast
• 7.5 Others
  • 7.5.1 Market Trends
  • 7.5.2 Market Forecast

8 Competitive Landscape

• 8.1 Market Structure
• 8.2 Key Players
• 8.3 Key Player Profiles
  • 8.3.1 Rompetrol
  • 8.3.2 Royal Dutch Shell
  • 8.3.3 Exxon Mobil Corporation
  • 8.3.4 China Petrochemical Corporation
  • 8.3.5 Junyuan Petroleum Group

9 N-Hexane Manufacturing Process

• 9.1 Manufacturing Process
• 9.2 Detailed Process Flow
• 9.3 Chemical Reactions Involved
• 9.4 Raw Material Requirements
• 9.5 Mass Balance and Feedstock Conversion Rates

10 N-Hexane: Feedstock Analysis

• 10.1 Naphtha
  • 10.1.1 Market Performance
  • 10.1.2 Price Trends
  • 10.1.3 Market Breakup by Region
  • 10.1.4 Market Breakup by Application
  • 10.1.5 Market Forecast
  • 10.1.6 Key Suppliers