1,6-Hexanediol Market to Reach USD 1.53 Billion by 2030, Highlights Emerging Trends and Strategic Growth Factors | BASF, LANXESS, PETRONAS Chemicals

The global 1,6-hexanediol market size is forecast to grow from approximately USD 1.09 billion in 2025 to USD 1.53 billion by 2030, with CAGR of around 7.02% during the period from 2025 to 2030.

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The 1,6-hexanediol market refers to the global trade and use of 1,6-hexanediol, an organic chemical intermediate with two alcohol groups which is primarily employed in producing polyurethanes, polyester resins, coatings, adhesives, and other specialty materials. Its role in improving physical properties - such as flexibility, hardness, and thermal stability - makes it a key ingredient in many industrial and consumer products.

Top Trends in 1,6-Hexanediol

Rising Demand from Polyurethane Production

One of the most influential trends in the 1,6-hexanediol market is its continued adoption in polyurethane formulations. Polyurethanes represent the largest application segment - accounting for roughly 37.5% of total demand - because 1,6-hexanediol acts as a chain extender that enhances mechanical strength and flexibility of elastomers and foams used in construction, automotive seating, and insulation.

Growth of High-Purity Applications

There is also a strong shift toward high-purity grades of 1,6-hexanediol. Products with purity levels of 99% or higher are increasingly required for applications such as optical polymers in augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) lenses, as well as moisture-barrier layers in semiconductor manufacturing. These uses demand tighter impurity tolerances, which often command higher market prices and support premium revenue growth.

Expansion of Advanced Coatings and Additive Manufacturing

Industrial coatings - especially UV-curable and powder coatings - are another growing area for 1,6-hexanediol derivatives. Manufacturers are adopting such coatings to reduce volatile organic compound (VOC) emissions and speed up production cycles. Additionally, the additive manufacturing (3D printing) sector is deploying thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) filaments formulated with the diol for flexible and durable printed parts.

Raw Material Shifts and Bio-Based Initiatives

While cyclohexane remains the dominant raw material for producing 1,6-hexanediol, accounting for more than half of feedstock use, there is a noticeable shift toward bio-based feedstocks such as adipic acid derived from renewable sources. Regulatory pressure to reduce carbon footprint and Scope 3 emissions encourages pilot projects and investments in greener production routes.

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Market Segmentation of the 1,6-Hexanediol Market

By Raw Material

Cyclohexane - historically the most used feedstock, largely due to integrated petrochemical production.

Adipic Acid - gaining traction, with higher growth rates as bio-based routes evolve.

By Manufacturing Process

Two-Step Cyclohexanone-Adipic-Acid Hydrogenation - the most common and mature route for producing the diol.

Direct One-Step Hydrogenation of Caprolactone - used in specialty plants targeting specific product purities.

Bio-Fermentation and Catalytic Upgrading - emerging processes supporting sustainable production.

By Purity Grade

High-Purity (≥99%) - capturing the majority share due to stringent requirements in advanced applications.

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