Global 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Market Report (2026–2036)
Market Overview
1,3-Propanediol (PDO), with the chemical formula CH₂(CH₂OH)₂, is a three-carbon diol that appears as a colorless, viscous liquid fully miscible with water. PDO is an important chemical intermediate used across polymers, textiles, automotive materials, construction chemicals, and personal care formulations. Its favorable chemical structure enables superior flexibility, durability, and sustainability compared with conventional diols.
The PDO market is structurally shaped by its dominant use in Polytrimethylene Terephthalate (PTT), which accounted for approximately 68.4% of total market volume in 2025. PTT adoption is accelerating as industries shift away from traditional polyesters toward materials offering improved resilience, softness, and environmental performance.
The fastest-growing application segment is Polyurethanes (PU), forecast to expand at a CAGR of about 6.3% during 2026–2036, supported by strong demand from automotive interiors, insulation foams, coatings, and adhesives.
The global PDO market was valued at USD XX million in 2025 and is projected to reach USD XX million by 2036, growing at a CAGR of XX% during 2026–2036. Long-term growth is increasingly driven by bio-based PDO, which aligns with sustainability mandates, carbon-reduction targets, and circular-economy initiatives.
Market Segmentation Analysis
By Product Type
Bio-based PDO
Produced via fermentation of renewable feedstocks such as corn sugar and glycerol, bio-based PDO is gaining rapid acceptance due to its lower carbon footprint and compatibility with sustainable polymers. This segment is expanding strongly in Europe and North America.
Petrochemical-based PDO
Manufactured through conventional petrochemical routes, this segment currently accounts for a significant share but is gradually declining due to environmental concerns and regulatory pressure.
By Application
Polytrimethylene Terephthalate (PTT)
PTT remains the largest application segment, widely used in textiles, carpets, upholstery, and automotive interiors. Its superior elasticity, stain resistance, and durability make it a preferred alternative to nylon and PET.
Polyurethanes (PU)
PDO is increasingly used in PU foams, adhesives, elastomers, and coatings. Growth is supported by construction activity, automotive lightweighting, and insulation demand.
Personal Care & Cosmetics
PDO serves as a humectant and solvent in skincare, haircare, and eco-friendly cosmetic formulations. This is a smaller but high-value and fast-growing segment.
Food & Beverage
Used as a solvent and carrier in flavorings and additives, this segment remains niche but stable.
Others
Includes specialty chemicals, biodegradable polymers, and emerging bio-materials.
Competitive Landscape – Key Players
Leading Manufacturers & Technology Providers
Additional Global Participants
Competition is shaped by feedstock strategy, bio-technology capability, production scale, and downstream polymer integration.
Regional Market Analysis
North America
North America is a high-value market, led by the United States. Demand is driven by textiles, automotive interiors, and bio-based polymer adoption, with strong emphasis on sustainability and regulatory compliance.
Europe
Europe is a sustainability-focused market, with strong demand for bio-based PDO in textiles, carpets, and specialty polymers. France and Germany serve as key innovation and consumption hubs.
Asia-Pacific
Asia-Pacific is the largest and fastest-growing region, driven by China’s dominant production capacity and expanding textile and automotive industries. India and Japan are emerging growth markets for PU and specialty applications.
Central & South America
Brazil leads regional demand, supported by PU foams, construction activity, and textile manufacturing.
Middle East & Africa
This region remains at an early growth stage, with demand emerging from construction materials and automotive components.
Strategic Outlook
Executive Summary
The global 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) market is evolving into a strategically important segment of the specialty chemicals and bio-materials industry, driven by its growing role in sustainable polymers, textiles, automotive interiors, and polyurethane systems. PDO is valued for its ability to improve polymer flexibility, durability, and environmental performance compared with conventional diols.
In 2025, the market was valued at USD XX million and is projected to reach USD XX million by 2036, growing at a CAGR of XX% during 2026–2036. Market demand is strongly anchored by Polytrimethylene Terephthalate (PTT), which accounts for nearly 70% of total PDO consumption, particularly in carpets, textiles, and automotive interiors. The polyurethanes (PU) segment is expected to be the fastest-growing application, supported by construction, insulation, and lightweight automotive materials.
A defining structural shift in the industry is the rapid transition toward bio-based PDO, driven by sustainability mandates, corporate decarbonization goals, and regulatory pressure on petrochemical routes. North America and Europe lead bio-based PDO adoption, while Asia-Pacific dominates global volume growth, supported by large-scale production capacity and expanding downstream textile and automotive industries.
The competitive landscape is highly concentrated, with a limited number of global-scale producers and technology licensors. Long-term competitiveness will increasingly depend on feedstock strategy, bio-fermentation technology, downstream polymer integration, and cost optimization, rather than capacity expansion alone.
DRTO Analysis
Drivers
Restraints
Trends
Opportunities
Company-wise SWOT Analysis
DuPont Tate & Lyle Bio Products
Strengths
Weaknesses
Opportunities
Threats
Shell Chemicals
Strengths
Weaknesses
Opportunities
Threats
Metabolic Explorer
Strengths
Weaknesses
Opportunities
Threats
Zhangjiagang Glory Biomaterial
Strengths
Weaknesses
Opportunities
Threats
Covestro AG
Strengths
Weaknesses
Opportunities
Threats
BASF SE
Strengths
Weaknesses
Opportunities
Threats
Technology & Niche Players
(Genomatica, Novamont, SK Chemicals, Mitsubishi Chemical)
Strengths
Weaknesses
Opportunities
Threats
Strategic Conclusion
The global PDO market is transitioning from a single-application-dominated structure to a diversified, sustainability-driven growth model. While PTT will remain the backbone of demand, polyurethanes, personal care, and bio-based specialty materials will define future value creation. Companies that combine bio-based feedstocks, technology leadership, and downstream integration will be best positioned to capture long-term growth through 2036.
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Table of Contents
Global 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Market Professional Survey Report
1 Industry Overview of 1,3-Propanediol (PDO)
1.1 Definition and Specifications of 1,3-Propanediol (PDO)
1.1.1 Definition of 1,3-Propanediol (PDO)
1.1.2 Specifications of 1,3-Propanediol (PDO)
1.2 Classification of 1,3-Propanediol (PDO)
1.2.1 Bio-based PDO
1.2.2 Petrochemical based PDO
1.3 Applications of 1,3-Propanediol (PDO)
1.3.1 Polytrimethylene Terephthalate (PTT)
1.3.2 Others
1.4 Market Segment by Regions
1.4.1 North America
1.4.2 Europe
1.4.3 China
1.4.4 Japan
1.4.5 Southeast Asia
1.4.6 India
2 Manufacturing Cost Structure Analysis of 1,3-Propanediol (PDO)
2.1 Raw Material and Suppliers
2.2 Manufacturing Cost Structure Analysis of 1,3-Propanediol (PDO)
2.3 Manufacturing Process Analysis of 1,3-Propanediol (PDO)
2.4 Industry Chain Structure of 1,3-Propanediol (PDO)
3 Technical Data and Manufacturing Plants Analysis of 1,3-Propanediol (PDO)
3.1 Capacity and Commercial Production Date of Global 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Major Manufacturers
3.2 Manufacturing Plants Distribution of Global 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Major Manufacturers
3.3 R&D Status and Technology Source of Global 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Major Manufacturers
3.4 Raw Materials Sources Analysis of Global 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Major Manufacturers
4 Global 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Overall Market Overview
4.1 2013-E Overall Market Analysis
4.2 Capacity Analysis
4.2.1 2013-E Global 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Capacity and Growth Rate Analysis
4.2.2 2017 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Capacity Analysis (Company Segment)
4.3 Sales Analysis
4.3.1 2013-E Global 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Sales and Growth Rate Analysis
4.3.2 2017 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Sales Analysis (Company Segment)
4.4 Sales Price Analysis
4.4.1 2013-E Global 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Sales Price
4.4.2 2017 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Sales Price Analysis (Company Segment)
5 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Regional Market Analysis
5.1 North America 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Market Analysis
5.1.1 North America 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Market Overview
5.1.2 North America 2013-E 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Local Supply, Import, Export, Local Consumption Analysis
5.1.3 North America 2013-E 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Sales Price Analysis
5.1.4 North America 2017 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Market Share Analysis
5.2 Europe 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Market Analysis
5.2.1 Europe 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Market Overview
5.2.2 Europe 2013-E 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Local Supply, Import, Export, Local Consumption Analysis
5.2.3 Europe 2013-E 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Sales Price Analysis
5.2.4 Europe 2017 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Market Share Analysis
5.3 China 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Market Analysis
5.3.1 China 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Market Overview
5.3.2 China 2013-E 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Local Supply, Import, Export, Local Consumption Analysis
5.3.3 China 2013-E 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Sales Price Analysis
5.3.4 China 2017 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Market Share Analysis
5.4 Japan 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Market Analysis
5.4.1 Japan 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Market Overview
5.4.2 Japan 2013-E 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Local Supply, Import, Export, Local Consumption Analysis
5.4.3 Japan 2013-E 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Sales Price Analysis
5.4.4 Japan 2017 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Market Share Analysis
5.5 Southeast Asia 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Market Analysis
5.5.1 Southeast Asia 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Market Overview
5.5.2 Southeast Asia 2013-E 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Local Supply, Import, Export, Local Consumption Analysis
5.5.3 Southeast Asia 2013-E 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Sales Price Analysis
5.5.4 Southeast Asia 2017 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Market Share Analysis
5.6 India 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Market Analysis
5.6.1 India 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Market Overview
5.6.2 India 2013-E 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Local Supply, Import, Export, Local Consumption Analysis
5.6.3 India 2013-E 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Sales Price Analysis
5.6.4 India 2017 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Market Share Analysis
6 Global 2013-E 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Segment Market Analysis (by Type)
6.1 Global 2013-E 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Sales by Type
6.2 Different Types of 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Product Interview Price Analysis
6.3 Different Types of 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Product Driving Factors Analysis
6.3.1 Bio-based PDO Growth Driving Factor Analysis
6.3.2 Petrochemical based PDO Growth Driving Factor Analysis
7 Global 2013-E 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Segment Market Analysis (by Application)
7.1 Global 2013-E 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Consumption by Application
7.2 Different Application of 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Product Interview Price Analysis
7.3 Different Application of 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Product Driving Factors Analysis
7.3.1 Polytrimethylene Terephthalate (PTT) of 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Growth Driving Factor Analysis
7.3.2 Others of 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Growth Driving Factor Analysis
8 Major Manufacturers Analysis of 1,3-Propanediol (PDO)
8.1 Dupont
8.1.1 Company Profile
8.1.2 Product Picture and Specifications
8.1.2.1 Product A
8.1.2.2 Product B
8.1.3 Dupont 2017 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Sales, Ex-factory Price, Revenue, Gross Margin Analysis
8.1.4 Dupont 2017 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Business Region Distribution Analysis
8.2 Shell
8.2.1 Company Profile
8.2.2 Product Picture and Specifications
8.2.2.1 Product A
8.2.2.2 Product B
8.2.3 Shell 2017 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Sales, Ex-factory Price, Revenue, Gross Margin Analysis
8.2.4 Shell 2017 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Business Region Distribution Analysis
9 Development Trend of Analysis of 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Market
9.1 Global 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Market Trend Analysis
9.1.1 Global 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Market Size (Volume and Value) Forecast
9.1.2 Global 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Sales Price Forecast
9.2 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Regional Market Trend
9.2.1 North America 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Consumption Forecast
9.2.2 Europe 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Consumption Forecast
9.2.3 China 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Consumption Forecast
9.2.4 Japan 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Consumption Forecast
9.2.5 Southeast Asia 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Consumption Forecast
9.2.6 India 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Consumption Forecast
9.3 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Market Trend (Product Type)
9.4 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Market Trend (Application)
10 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Marketing Type Analysis
10.1 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Regional Marketing Type Analysis
10.2 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) International Trade Type Analysis
10.3 Traders or Distributors with Contact Information of 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) by Region
10.4 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Supply Chain Analysis
11 Consumers Analysis of 1,3-Propanediol (PDO)
11.1 Consumer 1 Analysis
11.2 Consumer 2 Analysis
11.3 Consumer 3 Analysis
11.4 Consumer 4 Analysis
12 Conclusion of the Global 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Market Professional Survey Report 2017
Methodology
Analyst Introduction
Data Source
List of Tables and Figures
Figure Picture of 1,3-Propanediol (PDO)
Table Product Specifications of 1,3-Propanediol (PDO)
Table Classification of 1,3-Propanediol (PDO)
Figure Global Production Market Share of 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) by Type
Figure Bio-based PDO Picture
Table Major Manufacturers of Bio-based PDO
Figure Petrochemical based PDO Picture
Table Major Manufacturers of Petrochemical based PDO
Table Applications of 1,3-Propanediol (PDO)
Figure Global Consumption Volume Market Share of 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) by Application
Figure Polytrimethylene Terephthalate (PTT) Examples
Table Major Consumers in Polytrimethylene Terephthalate (PTT)
Figure Others Examples
Table Major Consumers in Others
Figure Market Share of 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) by Regions
Figure North America 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Market Size (Million USD) (2013-2025)
Figure Europe 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Market Size (Million USD) (2013-2025)
Figure China 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Market Size (Million USD) (2013-2025)
Figure Japan 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Market Size (Million USD) (2013-2025)
Figure Southeast Asia 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Market Size (Million USD) (2013-2025)
Figure India 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Market Size (Million USD) (2013-2025)
Table 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Raw Material and Suppliers
Table Manufacturing Cost Structure Analysis of 1,3-Propanediol (PDO)
Figure Manufacturing Process Analysis of 1,3-Propanediol (PDO)
Figure Industry Chain Structure of 1,3-Propanediol (PDO)
Table Capacity and Commercial Production Date of Global 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Major Manufacturers
Table Manufacturing Plants Distribution of Global 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Major Manufacturers
Table R&D Status and Technology Source of Global 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Major Manufacturers
Table Raw Materials Sources Analysis of Global 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Major Manufacturers
Table Global Capacity, Sales , Price, Cost, Sales Revenue (M USD) and Gross Margin of 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) 2013-E
Figure Global 2013-E 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Market Size (Volume) and Growth Rate
Figure Global 2013-E 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Market Size (Value) and Growth Rate
Table 2013-E Global 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Capacity and Growth Rate
Table 2017 Global 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Capacity (K MT) List (Company Segment)
Table 2013-E Global 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Sales (K MT) and Growth Rate
Table 2017 Global 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Sales (K MT) List (Company Segment)
Table 2013-E Global 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Sales Price (USD/MT)
Table 2017 Global 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Sales Price (USD/MT) List (Company Segment)
Figure North America Capacity Overview
Table North America Supply, Import, Export and Consumption (K MT) of 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) 2013-E
Figure North America 2013-E 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Sales Price (USD/MT)
Figure North America 2017 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Sales Market Share
Figure Europe Capacity Overview
Table Europe Supply, Import, Export and Consumption (K MT) of 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) 2013-E
Figure Europe 2013-E 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Sales Price (USD/MT)
Figure Europe 2017 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Sales Market Share
Figure China Capacity Overview
Table China Supply, Import, Export and Consumption (K MT) of 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) 2013-E
Figure China 2013-E 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Sales Price (USD/MT)
Figure China 2017 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Sales Market Share
Figure Japan Capacity Overview
Table Japan Supply, Import, Export and Consumption (K MT) of 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) 2013-E
Figure Japan 2013-E 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Sales Price (USD/MT)
Figure Japan 2017 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Sales Market Share
Figure Southeast Asia Capacity Overview
Table Southeast Asia Supply, Import, Export and Consumption (K MT) of 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) 2013-E
Figure Southeast Asia 2013-E 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Sales Price (USD/MT)
Figure Southeast Asia 2017 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Sales Market Share
Figure India Capacity Overview
Table India Supply, Import, Export and Consumption (K MT) of 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) 2013-E
Figure India 2013-E 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Sales Price (USD/MT)
Figure India 2017 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Sales Market Share
Table Global 2013-E 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Sales (K MT) by Type
Table Different Types 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Product Interview Price
Table Global 2013-E 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Sales (K MT) by Application
Table Different Application 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Product Interview Price
Table Dupont Information List
Table Product Overview
Table 2017 Dupont 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Revenue (Million USD), Sales (K MT), Ex-factory Price (USD/MT)
Figure 2017 Dupont 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Business Region Distribution
Table Shell Information List
Table Product Overview
Table 2017 Shell 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Revenue (Million USD), Sales (K MT), Ex-factory Price (USD/MT)
Figure 2017 Shell 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Business Region Distribution
Figure Global 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Market Size (K MT) and Growth Rate Forecast
Figure Global 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Market Size (Million USD) and Growth Rate Forecast
Figure Global 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Sales Price (USD/MT) Forecast
Figure North America 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Consumption Volume (K MT) and Growth Rate Forecast
Figure China 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Consumption Volume (K MT) and Growth Rate Forecast
Figure Europe 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Consumption Volume (K MT) and Growth Rate Forecast
Figure Southeast Asia 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Consumption Volume (K MT) and Growth Rate Forecast
Figure Japan 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Consumption Volume (K MT) and Growth Rate Forecast
Figure India 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) Consumption Volume (K MT) and Growth Rate Forecast
Table Global Sales Volume (K MT) of 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) by Type
Table Global Consumption Volume (K MT) of 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) by Application
Table Traders or Distributors with Contact Information of 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) by Region
Market Segmentation Analysis
By Product Type
Bio-based PDO
Produced via fermentation of renewable feedstocks such as corn sugar and glycerol, bio-based PDO is gaining rapid acceptance due to its lower carbon footprint and compatibility with sustainable polymers. This segment is expanding strongly in Europe and North America.
Petrochemical-based PDO
Manufactured through conventional petrochemical routes, this segment currently accounts for a significant share but is gradually declining due to environmental concerns and regulatory pressure.
By Application
Polytrimethylene Terephthalate (PTT)
PTT remains the largest application segment, widely used in textiles, carpets, upholstery, and automotive interiors. Its superior elasticity, stain resistance, and durability make it a preferred alternative to nylon and PET.
Polyurethanes (PU)
PDO is increasingly used in PU foams, adhesives, elastomers, and coatings. Growth is supported by construction activity, automotive lightweighting, and insulation demand.
Personal Care & Cosmetics
PDO serves as a humectant and solvent in skincare, haircare, and eco-friendly cosmetic formulations. This is a smaller but high-value and fast-growing segment.
Food & Beverage
Used as a solvent and carrier in flavorings and additives, this segment remains niche but stable.
Others
Includes specialty chemicals, biodegradable polymers, and emerging bio-materials.
Competitive Landscape – Key Players
Leading Manufacturers & Technology Providers
Additional Global Participants
Competition is shaped by feedstock strategy, bio-technology capability, production scale, and downstream polymer integration.
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