The scope of our recent study on the “Dimethyl Ether Market Forecast to 2028 – COVID-19 Impact and Global Analysis – by Application” includes the factors fueling the market growth, revenue estimation, and forecast, market share analysis, and the identification of significant market players and their key developments.
The dimethyl ether market size was valued at US$ US$ 6,216.45 million in 2022 and is expected to reach US$ 12,808.32 million by 2030; it is estimated to register a CAGR of 9.5% from 2022 to 2030.
Dimethyl ether is a colorless gas with a faint ethereal odor. The adoption of dimethyl ether (DME) has increased substantially in recent years due to its versatility and environmentally friendly properties. Dimethyl ether combustion generates fewer pollutants and particulate matter than conventional diesel, improving air quality in urban areas. As cities strive to combat air pollution and enhance public health, dimethyl ether is a valuable alternative fuel. The global push for energy security and reduced reliance on fossil fuels also drives the adoption of dimethyl ether. As dimethyl ether can be produced locally from diverse feedstocks, it offers a degree of energy independence and resilience against supply disruption that can occur with traditional fuels subject to geopolitical factors. Government strategies to promote renewable energy and reduce emissions further accelerate the adoption of dimethyl ether. Financial incentives, grants, and mandates for incorporating renewable fuels into transportation fleets encourage industries to invest in dimethyl ether production and utilization. In addition, manufacturers are also incorporating different strategies with the rising adoption of renewable dimethyl ether. For instance, DCC Plc, the sales, marketing, and support services group, partnered with Oberon Fuels, the producer of renewable dimethyl ether (rDME), to advance the design, construction, and operations of several renewable dimethyl ether production plants in Europe. Thus, all the aforementioned factors are expected to drive the dimethyl ether market growth from 2022 to 2030.
On the basis of application, the dimethyl ether market is bifurcated into aerosol propellants, LPG blending, transportation fuel, power generation fuel, chemical feedstock, and others. The global dimethyl ether market share for the LPG blending segment was the largest in 2022 and transportation fuel segment is expected to register a higher CAGR from 2022 to 2030. The increasing demand for clean and sustainable transportation fuels presents a significant opportunity for the dimethyl ether market. As governments, industries, and consumers worldwide increasingly prioritize environmental sustainability and seek alternatives to conventional fossil fuels, DME emerges as a promising candidate due to its unique properties and compatibility with clean transportation needs. One of the key drivers behind the demand for clean transportation fuels is the urgent requirement to lessen greenhouse gas emissions and air pollutants. Conventional diesel fuels contribute to air pollution and are a considerable source of carbon dioxide emissions. DME, on the other hand, offers several environmental advantages. It produces lower particulate matter emissions, sulfur dioxide, and nitrogen oxides than traditional diesel. Moreover, DME combustion generates fewer greenhouse gases, contributing to cleaner air quality and a more sustainable future. These factors are driving demand for dimethyl ether in transportation fuel application.
The global dimethyl ether market is segmented into five main regions—North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa, and South & Central America. Asia Pacific is expected to register highest CAGR from 2022 to 2030. Dimethyl ether is increasingly recognized as a cleaner and more environmentally friendly alternative to traditional fossil fuels. With concerns about air pollution and carbon emissions rising across many Asia countries, dimethyl ether properties as a clean-burning fuel make it an attractive option for various applications. All these factors are bolstering the dimethyl ether market growth in Asia Pacific.
Impact of COVID-19 Pandemic on Dimethyl Ether Market
The COVID-19 pandemic adversely affected the dimethyl ether market in 2020 due to the shutdown of manufacturing facilities and restrictions on transportation and logistics. Disruptions in supply chains also hampered the supply of dimethyl ether. To comply with national and regional guidelines, manufacturers introduce extensive modifications to their processes to protect their employees from the SARS-CoV-2 infection. Many global manufacturers temporarily paused their operations or allowed production processes with limited employee strength. Despite these consequences, businesses started recovering as the governments of various countries brought relaxation in social restrictions. Moreover, successful vaccination drives have further eased the current scenario leading to a rise in business activities across the world. The recovery of various end-use industries is also driving the dimethyl ether market growth.
The report includes the segmentation of the global dimethyl ether market as follows:
The global dimethyl ether market is bifurcated on the basis of application. On the basis of application, the chlorine market is segmented into ethylene dichloride/polyvinylchloride production, chloromethanes, isocyanates & oxygenates, solvents, and others. By geography, the dimethyl ether market is broadly segmented into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, the Middle East & Africa, and South & Central America. The North America dimethyl ether market is further segmented into the US, Canada, and Mexico. The market in Europe is subsegmented into Germany, France, the UK, Italy, Russia, and the Rest of Europe. The Asia Pacific dimethyl ether market is further categorized into China, India, Japan, Australia, South Korea, and the Rest of Asia Pacific. The market in the Middle East & Africa is further segmented into South Africa, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and the Rest of Middle East & Africa. The South & Central America dimethyl ether market is further categorized into Brazil, Argentina, and the Rest of South & Central America.
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