Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst global market

Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst global market

Global Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst Market Research Report 2025

This report on the global residue hydrodesulfurization catalyst market research report 2025 offers a comprehensive analysis of market size, growth drivers, emerging

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Date: 12-2025

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Global Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst Market Report (2025–2035)

Market Prediction

Chem Reports predicts that the Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst Market was valued at USD [xxxx] in 2024 and is expected to reach USD [xxxx] by 2035, growing at a CAGR of [xx%] globally.

Market Overview

The Global Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst Market Report 2020 provides an extensive industry analysis of development components, patterns, flows, and market sizes. It calculates present and past market values to forecast potential market performance during the period 2025–2035.

This research study involved both primary and secondary data sources, covering:

  • Government policies and regulatory frameworks
  • Market environment and competitive landscape
  • Historical data and current market trends
  • Technological innovations and upcoming advancements
  • Technical progress in related industries

Impact of COVID-19

The COVID-19 outbreak in December 2019, declared a global public health emergency by the World Health Organization, significantly impacted the Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst Market in 2020. Supply chain disruptions, reduced refinery throughput, and delayed industrial projects were key outcomes.

Market Segmentation

By Type

  • Oxide Type Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst
  • Sulfide Type Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst
  • Transition Metal Type Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst

By Application

  • Petroleum Refining
  • Chemical Synthesis
  • Others

Regional Analysis

  • North America (U.S., Canada, Mexico)
  • Europe (Germany, U.K., France, Italy, Russia, Spain, etc.)
  • Asia-Pacific (China, India, Japan, Southeast Asia, etc.)
  • South America (Brazil, Argentina, etc.)
  • Middle East & Africa (Saudi Arabia, South Africa, etc.)

Key Players

Regional Analysis

  • North America: Mature refining sector with strong demand for ultra-low sulfur fuels. U.S. refineries invest in advanced catalysts to meet EPA Tier 3 standards.
  • Europe: Growth driven by stringent Euro VI emission norms and IMO 2020 marine fuel regulations. Refiners focus on deep desulfurization technologies.
  • Asia-Pacific: Fastest-growing region, led by China and India. Rising refining capacity expansions and stricter sulfur regulations drive catalyst demand. Japan and South Korea emphasize high-performance catalysts for petrochemicals.
  • South America: Brazil and Argentina modernizing refineries to meet global sulfur standards; demand is moderate but rising.
  • Middle East & Africa: Large refining hubs (Saudi Arabia, UAE) and growing African capacity. Demand linked to export-oriented refineries and compliance with global fuel standards.

Detailed Segmentation Analysis

By Type

  • Oxide Type: Commonly used as precursors; stable and cost-effective.
  • Sulfide Type: Active form in hydrodesulfurization reactions; widely applied in petroleum refining.
  • Transition Metal Type: Advanced catalysts (Ni, Mo, Co) offering higher activity and selectivity for deep desulfurization.

By Application

  • Petroleum Refining: Major segment; catalysts used to remove sulfur from heavy residues and fuels.
  • Chemical Synthesis: Applied in specialty chemical processes requiring sulfur removal.
  • Others: Includes niche industrial uses.

Porter’s Five Forces

  1. Competitive Rivalry: High – global players (Shell CRI, Honeywell UOP, Sinopec, BASF, Haldor Topsoe, Albemarle, Axens) compete on performance, cost, and lifecycle.
  2. Threat of New Entrants: Low – high capital intensity, IP barriers, and long qualification cycles.
  3. Bargaining Power of Suppliers: Moderate – dependence on transition metals (Mo, Ni, Co) with price volatility.
  4. Bargaining Power of Buyers: High – refiners demand cost efficiency, long catalyst life, and compliance with sulfur regulations.
  5. Threat of Substitutes: Low – no direct substitutes for HDS catalysts, though alternative desulfurization technologies (adsorption, oxidation) are emerging.

SWOT Analysis

Strengths

  • Proven technology for deep desulfurization.
  • Essential for compliance with global sulfur regulations.

Weaknesses

  • High cost of transition metals.
  • Catalyst deactivation due to metals and coke deposition.

Opportunities

  • Rising demand for ultra-low sulfur fuels.
  • Growth in Asia-Pacific and Middle East refining capacity.
  • Development of advanced catalysts with higher activity and longer life.

Threats

  • Volatility in raw material prices (Ni, Mo, Co).
  • Emerging alternative desulfurization technologies.
  • Refinery closures in mature markets.

Trend Analysis

  • Increasing adoption of advanced Ni-Mo and Co-Mo catalysts for deep desulfurization.
  • Rising demand for catalysts compatible with residue upgrading and hydrocracking.
  • Stricter global sulfur regulations (IMO 2020, Euro VI, Tier 3) driving innovation.
  • Asia-Pacific and Middle East emerging as key growth hubs.
  • Focus on extending catalyst life and reducing regeneration costs.

Drivers & Challenges

Drivers

  • Global push for ultra-low sulfur fuels.
  • Expansion of refining capacity in Asia-Pacific and Middle East.
  • Technological innovation in catalyst formulations.

Challenges

  • High raw material costs and supply volatility.
  • Catalyst deactivation and regeneration challenges.
  • Competition from alternative desulfurization technologies.

Value Chain Analysis

  1. Raw Materials: Transition metals (Ni, Mo, Co), alumina supports, promoters.
  2. Catalyst Manufacturers: Shell CRI, Honeywell UOP, Sinopec, BASF, Haldor Topsoe, Albemarle, Axens, Johnson Matthey, Clariant.
  3. Distributors: Specialized chemical distributors and direct supply to refineries.
  4. End-Use Industries: Petroleum refining, chemical synthesis, industrial applications.
  5. Consumers: Refinery operators, petrochemical producers, specialty chemical manufacturers.

Quick Recommendations for Stakeholders

  • Manufacturers: Invest in advanced formulations (Ni-Mo, Co-Mo) with higher activity and longer life; secure raw material supply chains.
  • Refiners: Adopt high-performance catalysts to meet sulfur regulations; optimize regeneration cycles to reduce costs.
  • Investors: Focus on companies with exposure to Asia-Pacific and Middle East refining expansions.
  • Regulators: Support harmonized sulfur standards globally to drive consistent demand.
  • Suppliers: Diversify sourcing of transition metals; explore recycling and recovery to mitigate volatility.

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1. Market Overview of Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst Market
    1.1 Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst Market Market Overview
        1.1.1 Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst Market Product Scope
        1.1.2 Market Status and Outlook
    1.2 Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst Market Market Size by Regions:
    1.3 Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst Market Historic Market Size by Regions
    1.4 Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst Market Forecasted Market Size by Regions
    1.5 Covid-19 Impact on Key Regions, Keyword Market Size YoY Growth
        1.5.1 North America
        1.5.2 East Asia
        1.5.3 Europe
        1.5.4 South Asia
        1.5.5 Southeast Asia
        1.5.6 Middle East
        1.5.7 Africa
        1.5.8 Oceania
        1.5.9 South America
        1.5.10 Rest of the World
    1.6 Coronavirus Disease 2019 (Covid-19) Impact Will Have a Severe Impact on Global Growth
        1.6.1 Covid-19 Impact: Global GDP Growth,  Projections
        1.6.2 Covid-19 Impact: Commodity Prices Indices
        1.6.3 Covid-19 Impact: Global Major Government Policy
2. Covid-19 Impact Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst Market Sales Market by Type
    2.1 Global Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst Market Historic Market Size by Type
    2.2 Global Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst Market Forecasted Market Size by Type
    2.3 Oxide Type Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst
    2.4 Sulfide Type Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst
    2.5 Transition Metal Type Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst
3. Covid-19 Impact Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst Market Sales Market by Application
    3.1 Global Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst Market Historic Market Size by Application
    3.2 Global Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst Market Forecasted Market Size by Application
    3.3 Petroleum Refining
    3.4 Chemical Synthesis
    3.5 Others
4. Covid-19 Impact Market Competition by Manufacturers
    4.1 Global Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst Market Production Capacity Market Share by Manufacturers
    4.2 Global Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst Market Revenue Market Share by Manufacturers
    4.3 Global Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst Market Average Price by Manufacturers
5. Company Profiles and Key Figures in Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst Market Business
    5.1 CRI Catalyst Company(Shell Global)
        5.1.1 CRI Catalyst Company(Shell Global) Company Profile
        5.1.2 CRI Catalyst Company(Shell Global) Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst Market Product Specification
        5.1.3 CRI Catalyst Company(Shell Global) Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst Market Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
    5.2 Honeywell International Inc
        5.2.1 Honeywell International Inc Company Profile
        5.2.2 Honeywell International Inc Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst Market Product Specification
        5.2.3 Honeywell International Inc Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst Market Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
    5.3 Sinopec Corp.
        5.3.1 Sinopec Corp. Company Profile
        5.3.2 Sinopec Corp. Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst Market Product Specification
        5.3.3 Sinopec Corp. Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst Market Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
    5.4 China National Petroleum Corporation
        5.4.1 China National Petroleum Corporation Company Profile
        5.4.2 China National Petroleum Corporation Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst Market Product Specification
        5.4.3 China National Petroleum Corporation Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst Market Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
    5.5 BASF SE
        5.5.1 BASF SE Company Profile
        5.5.2 BASF SE Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst Market Product Specification
        5.5.3 BASF SE Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst Market Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
    5.6 Haldor Topsoe A/S
        5.6.1 Haldor Topsoe A/S Company Profile
        5.6.2 Haldor Topsoe A/S Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst Market Product Specification
        5.6.3 Haldor Topsoe A/S Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst Market Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
    5.7 Albemarle Corporation
        5.7.1 Albemarle Corporation Company Profile
        5.7.2 Albemarle Corporation Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst Market Product Specification
        5.7.3 Albemarle Corporation Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst Market Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
    5.8 Axens
        5.8.1 Axens Company Profile
        5.8.2 Axens Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst Market Product Specification
        5.8.3 Axens Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst Market Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
    5.9 Johnson Matthey
        5.9.1 Johnson Matthey Company Profile
        5.9.2 Johnson Matthey Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst Market Product Specification
        5.9.3 Johnson Matthey Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst Market Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
    5.10 Chevron Phillips Chemical Company
        5.10.1 Chevron Phillips Chemical Company Company Profile
        5.10.2 Chevron Phillips Chemical Company Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst Market Product Specification
        5.10.3 Chevron Phillips Chemical Company Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst Market Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
    5.11 Redkino Catalyst Company
        5.11.1 Redkino Catalyst Company Company Profile
        5.11.2 Redkino Catalyst Company Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst Market Product Specification
        5.11.3 Redkino Catalyst Company Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst Market Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
    5.12 W.R. Grace
        5.12.1 W.R. Grace Company Profile
        5.12.2 W.R. Grace Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst Market Product Specification
        5.12.3 W.R. Grace Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst Market Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
    5.13 Clariant AG
        5.13.1 Clariant AG Company Profile
        5.13.2 Clariant AG Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst Market Product Specification
        5.13.3 Clariant AG Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst Market Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
6. North America
    6.1 North America Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst Market Market Size
    6.2 North America Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst Market Key Players in North America
    6.3 North America Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst Market Market Size by Type
    6.4 North America Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst Market Market Size by Application
7. East Asia
    7.1 East Asia Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst Market Market Size
    7.2 East Asia Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst Market Key Players in North America
    7.3 East Asia Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst Market Market Size by Type
    7.4 East Asia Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst Market Market Size by Application
8. Europe
    8.1 Europe Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst Market Market Size
    8.2 Europe Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst Market Key Players in North America
    8.3 Europe Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst Market Market Size by Type
    8.4 Europe Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst Market Market Size by Application
9. South Asia
    9.1 South Asia Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst Market Market Size
    9.2 South Asia Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst Market Key Players in North America
    9.3 South Asia Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst Market Market Size by Type
    9.4 South Asia Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst Market Market Size by Application
10. Southeast Asia
    10.1 Southeast Asia Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst Market Market Size
    10.2 Southeast Asia Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst Market Key Players in North America
    10.3 Southeast Asia Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst Market Market Size by Type
    10.4 Southeast Asia Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst Market Market Size by Application
11. Middle East
    11.1 Middle East Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst Market Market Size
    11.2 Middle East Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst Market Key Players in North America
    11.3 Middle East Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst Market Market Size by Type
    11.4 Middle East Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst Market Market Size by Application
12. Africa
    12.1 Africa Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst Market Market Size
    12.2 Africa Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst Market Key Players in North America
    12.3 Africa Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst Market Market Size by Type
    12.4 Africa Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst Market Market Size by Application
13. Oceania
    13.1 Oceania Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst Market Market Size
    13.2 Oceania Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst Market Key Players in North America
    13.3 Oceania Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst Market Market Size by Type
    13.4 Oceania Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst Market Market Size by Application
14. South America
    14.1 South America Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst Market Market Size
    14.2 South America Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst Market Key Players in North America
    14.3 South America Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst Market Market Size by Type
    14.4 South America Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst Market Market Size by Application
15. Rest of the World
    15.1 Rest of the World Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst Market Market Size
    15.2 Rest of the World Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst Market Key Players in North America
    15.3 Rest of the World Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst Market Market Size by Type
    15.4 Rest of the World Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst Market Market Size by Application
16 Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst Market Market Dynamics
    16.1 Covid-19 Impact Market Top Trends
    16.2 Covid-19 Impact Market Drivers
    16.3 Covid-19 Impact Market Challenges
    16.4 Porter?s Five Forces Analysis
18 Regulatory Information
17 Analyst's Viewpoints/Conclusions
18 Appendix
    18.1 Research Methodology
        18.1.1 Methodology/Research Approach
        18.1.2 Data Source
    18.2 Disclaimer

Market Segmentation

By Type

  • Oxide Type Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst
  • Sulfide Type Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst
  • Transition Metal Type Residue Hydrodesulfurization Catalyst

By Application

  • Petroleum Refining
  • Chemical Synthesis
  • Others

Regional Analysis

  • North America (U.S., Canada, Mexico)
  • Europe (Germany, U.K., France, Italy, Russia, Spain, etc.)
  • Asia-Pacific (China, India, Japan, Southeast Asia, etc.)
  • South America (Brazil, Argentina, etc.)
  • Middle East & Africa (Saudi Arabia, South Africa, etc.)

Key Players

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