Global Cyclopentane Market Size By Function (Blowing Agent And Refrigerant, Solvent And Reagent), By Application (Electrical And Electronics, Personal Care Products, Residential Refrigerators), By Geographic Scope And Forecast

Cyclopentane Market Size And Forecast

Cyclopentane Market size was valued at USD 278.37 Million in 2020 and is projected to reach USD 506.24 Million by 2028, growing at a CAGR of 7.80% from 2021 to 2028.

The major influence of government regulations has been seen on the use of CFCs, HFCs, and HCFCs thus, industries are looking forward to alternative available, so growing demand for Cyclopentane propelling the market growth. The growing number of initiatives to phase out the use of hydrochlorofluorocarbons is a major driver driving the cyclopentane market. The Global Cyclopentane Market report provides a holistic evaluation of the market. The report offers a comprehensive analysis of key segments, trends, drivers, restraints, competitive landscape, and factors that are playing a substantial role in the market.

Global Cyclopentane Market Definition

Cyclopentane is a five-carbon acyclic hydrocarbon molecule with a ring structure. It belongs to the cycloalkanes family. Resins, synthetic rubber, and rubber adhesive are all made with cyclopentane. Cyclopentane is also utilized as a blowing agent in the manufacture of polyurethane insulating foam. They’re also utilized as a solvent and in the production of fuels. Cyclopentane is a highly flammable alicyclic hydrocarbon utilized in the production of synthetic resins and rubber adhesives, as well as in the transformation of the cellular structure of polyurethane insulating foam used in commercial freezers. It has a colorless appearance and a smell that is comparable to that of gasoline. Its key advantages, and the reason it’s replacing other dangerous compounds in freezers, are that it doesn’t deplete the ozone layer and has a very low global warming potential.

Cyclopentane is used in the production of synthetic resins and rubber adhesives, as well as a blowing agent in the production of polyurethane insulating foam. It is also utilized as a refrigerant in various household appliances, such as refrigerators and freezers, replacing CFC-11 and HCFC-141b. Lubricants containing multiple alkylated cyclopentane (MAC) have low volatility and are employed in a variety of applications. It appears in the form of a whitish liquid with a petrol-like odor. It has a melting point of 94 degrees Celsius and a boiling point of 49 degrees Celsius. Cyclopentane belongs to the class of cycloalkanes, which are alkanes with one or more carbon atom rings. It is made by cracking cyclohexane at high temperatures and pressures in the presence of alumina.

Global Cyclopentane Market Overview

Cyclopentane is mostly used in home refrigerants and the building industry. Government laws have had a significant impact on the usage of CFCs, HFCs, and HCFCs; as a result, companies are exploring alternatives, resulting in increased demand for Cyclopentane. Furthermore, it is utilized as a protective material to protect compartments and sippers, and demand is expected to expand as foam-blowing agents drive market expansion. Furthermore, most firms are switching from HCFC-141b to Cyclopentane to save money, minimize ODP, and lower GWP. Cyclopentane is made by cracking cyclohexane at high pressures and temperatures in the presence of alumina. Cyclopentane is most commonly employed as a foam-blowing agent in the production of polyurethane, which is used to make refrigerators and freezers, among other things.

During the projected period, the refrigeration industry is expected to rise at a modest CAGR, providing abundant chances for the cyclopentane market to flourish. The growing demand for refrigerators and freezers in the food and beverage industry is fueled by the increasing need to store food goods at consistent temperatures. The demand for refrigeration in the healthcare and pharmaceutical industries is being driven by the increasing increase in demand for safe storage of blood, blood derivatives, and temperature-sensitive pharmaceuticals from hospitals, pharmacies, clinics, and diagnostic centers. Rising plans to phase out the use of hydrochlorofluorocarbons, as well as raising performance standards and growing environmental concerns, rising demand for commercial and residential refrigerators, rising technological advancements, increasing financial improvement, and rising wide application across a variety of industries, are all driving market growth.

Furthermore, expanding the use of blowing agents in the construction, automotive, and appliance industries, as well as increased market research and development activities, will provide new opportunities for the cyclopentane market during the projection period. However, rising requirements for high start-up and installation costs, as well as increasing health-related side effects associated with increased cyclopentane consumption during the production process, are among the major factors acting as restraints, while rising cyclopentane flammability will further challenge the market’s growth in the forecast period.

The COVID-19 epidemic has impacted the Cyclopentane market. The refrigerant sector was severely disrupted by statewide lockdowns in numerous countries, rigorous social distancing measures, and disruptions in worldwide supply chain networks, as most production sites and industries were shut down. R134a has seen a major drop in demand in the automobile industry. As the need for refrigerants fell, so did the demand for cyclopentane. However, in 2021, the situation is predicted to improve, resuming the market’s upward trend over the forecast period.

Global Cyclopentane MarketSegmentation Analysis

The Global Cyclopentane Market is Segmented on the basis of Function, Application And Geography.

Cyclopentane Market, By Function

• Blowing agent & refrigerant• Solvent & reagent• Others

Based on Function, the market is segmented into Blowing agent & refrigerant, Solvent & reagent, and Others.

Cyclopentane Market, By Application

• Electrical & Electronics• Personal Care Products• Residential Refrigerators• Others

Based on Application, the market is segmented into Electrical & Electronics, Personal care products, Residential refrigerators, and Others. The reduced usage of fluorinated blowing agents in this application due to rigorous regulations is driving demand for cyclopentane for residential refrigerants. In this application, cyclopentane is a low-cost alternative to the existing blowing agents.

Cyclopentane Market, By Geography

• North America• Europe• Asia Pacific• Rest of the world

Based on regional analysis, the Global Cyclopentane Market is classified into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and the Rest of the world. During the projected period, the Asia-Pacific region is expected to lead the cyclopentane market. The demand for cyclopentane has been rising in nations like China and India, owing to increased use in personal and commercial refrigerators.

Key Players

The “Global Cyclopentane Market” study report will provide a valuable insight with an emphasis on the global market including some of the major players such as YEOCHUN NCC Co. Ltd., Chevron Phillips Chemical, Maruzen Petrochemical, HCS Group GmbH, Jilin Beihua Fine Chemical Co. Ltd., South Hampton Resources Inc, SK Global Chemical Co. Ltd., and Dymatic Chemicals, etc.

Our market analysis also entails a section solely dedicated to such major players wherein our analysts provide an insight into the financial statements of all the major players, along with its product benchmarking and SWOT analysis. The competitive landscape section also includes key development strategies, market share and market ranking analysis of the above-mentioned players globally.

Key Developments

Mergers and Acquisitions

• On June 1, 2020, SK Global Chemical announced that it completed acquisition of the high-performance polymer business of Arkema. The acquisition makes the company more competitive to the point of being able to contribute to improving material technologies and expanding the packaging industry.

• SK Global Chemical Co., Ltd. reached an agreement to acquire ethylene acrylic acid business unit from The Dow Chemical Company for $370 million on February 2, 2017. The purchase includes production assets located in Freeport, Texas, and Tarragona, Spain, along with associated intellectual property and product trademarks. Under terms of the agreement, SK Global Chemical will honor certain customer and supplier contracts and other agreements.

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