Gamma Butyrolactone Market Size and Share 2034
Gamma Butyrolactone Market Growth, Size, Trends Analysis - By Purity, By Application, By End User - Regional Outlook, Competitive Strategies and Segment Forecast to 2034
| Published: Aug-2025 | Report ID: CHEM25147 | Pages: 1 - 263 | Formats*: |
| Category : Chemical & Materials | |||
Gamma Butyrolactone Market Introduction and Overview
According to SPER Market Research, the Global Gamma Butyrolactone Market is estimated to reach USD 5.44 billion by 2034 with a CAGR of 3.57%.
The report includes an in-depth analysis of the Global Gamma Butyrolactone Market, including market size and trends, product mix, Applications, and supplier analysis. The Gamma Butyrolactone Market was estimated to be valued at approximately USD 3.83 billion in 2024 and is projected to achieve a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) exceeding 3.57% from 2025 to 2034. The rising need for polyurethanes, particularly in emerging economies' quickly developing construction and automotive industries, has considerably aided the growth of the GBL market. Furthermore, GBL is used as a precursor in the manufacture of pyrrolidones, which are essential molecules in electronics, medicines, and agrochemicals.
By Purity Insights:
The market is classified based on purity into two categories: a minimum of 99.9% and a minimum of 99.7%. In 2024, the category holding a minimum of 99.9% of the market would have the biggest share. GBL, which has a minimum purity of 99.9%, commands a significant market share, owing to its excellent quality and appropriateness for critical applications in a variety of industries, including medicines, electronics, and complex industrial processes. The elevated purity level ensures a minimal presence of impurities, making it highly sought after for uses where precision and consistency are crucial. Industries that adhere to strict quality requirements frequently favor GBL possessing this purity level, thereby contributing to its notable market share.
By Application Insights:
The market is further classified by application, including batteries and capacitors, herbicides and insecticides, sedatives and anaesthetics, solvents, and others. Batteries and capacitors dominated the market in 2024, with growth expected to continue through 2034. This sector has a substantial market share, owing to increased demand for GBL in lithium-ion battery electrolytes and capacitor manufacturing. GBL's compatibility with both battery and capacitor materials, combined with its performance-enhancing qualities, is driving its increased use in this industry.
By End User Insights:
The market is differentiated by end user into the electrical & electronics industry, agrochemical industry, pharmaceutical industry, chemical industry, and others. The electrical & electronics sector held a dominant market share in 2024, with projections for growth extending to 2034. This sector wields a significant market portion, supported by the demand for GBL in the fabrication of batteries and capacitors. GBL acts as a crucial precursor in the production of these electronic components, owing to its properties that favor improved performance and durability.
Regional Insights
In 2024, the Asia Pacific region dominated the global gamma butyrolactone market. The region's developing industrial environment, combined with robust economic development, fuels demand for GBL in a variety of sectors. China, India, Japan, and South Korea emerge as significant participants in the GBL market, owing to their extensive manufacturing capabilities and developing chemical industries. Notably, a significant producer and consumer of GBL is China. The country's strong demand for GBL is driven by its thriving pharmaceutical, electronics, and chemical sectors, which reinforces its regional market leadership.
Market Competitive Landscape:
The competitive environment of the gamma butyrolactone industry showcases a blend of established companies and new entrants, reflecting a moderately consolidated market framework. Key players such as Mitsubishi Chemical Group and Dairen Chemical Corporation are prominent contributors, utilizing their vast experience and global reach to sustain considerable market shares.
Recent Developments:
In July 2023, Johnson Matthey obtained a licence for technologies linked to an advanced biodegradable plastics factory. Johnson Matthey created the Davy BDO method, which uses a single reaction train to produce variable ratios of 1,4-butanediol, tetrahydrofuran (THF), and gamma butyrolactone. This cutting-edge technique uses maleic anhydride as a feedstock, which can be produced by oxidising butane or benzene.
In June 2025, Zhejiang Realsun Chemical launched a new series of high-purity GBL, specifically designed for pharmaceutical and electronic applications, with a strong focus on quality and regulatory compliance.
Scope of the report:
| Report Metric | Details |
| Market size available for years | 2021-2034 |
| Base year considered | 2024 |
| Forecast period | 2025-2034 |
| Segments covered | By Purity, By Application, By End User |
| Regions covered | North America, Latin America, Asia-Pacific, Europe, and Middle East & Africa |
| Companies Covered | Alpha Chemika, Ashland, Balaji Amines, Biosynth, CDH Fine Chemical, Chang Chun Group, Dairen Chemical Corporation, Dongao Chemical, Exsyncorp, Hefei TNJ Chemical Industry Co, Ltd. |
- Global Gamma Butyrolactone Market Size (FY 2021-FY 2034)
- Overview of Global Gamma Butyrolactone Market
- Segmentation of Global Gamma Butyrolactone By Purity (Min 99.9%, Min 99.7%)
- Segmentation of Global Gamma Butyrolactone Market By Application (Batteries & Capacitors, Herbicides & Insecticides, Sedative & Anesthetic, Solvent)
- Segmentation of Global Gamma Butyrolactone Market By End User (Electrical & Electronics, Agrochemical, Pharma, Chemical)
- Statistical Snap of Global Gamma Butyrolactone Market
- Expansion Analysis of Global Gamma Butyrolactone Market
- Problems and Obstacles in Global Gamma Butyrolactone Market
- Competitive Landscape in the Global Gamma Butyrolactone Market
- Details on Current Investment in Global Gamma Butyrolactone Market
- Competitive Analysis of Global Gamma Butyrolactone Market
- Prominent Players in the Global Gamma Butyrolactone Market
- SWOT Analysis of Global Gamma Butyrolactone Market
- Global Gamma Butyrolactone Market Future Outlook and Projections (FY 2025-FY 2034)
- Recommendations from Analyst
1. Introduction
- 1.1. Scope of the report
- 1.2. Market segment analysis
2. Research Methodology
- 2.1. Research data source
- 2.1.1. Secondary Data
- 2.1.2. Primary Data
- 2.1.3. SPERs internal database
- 2.1.4. Premium insight from KOLs
- 2.2. Market size estimation
- 2.2.1. Top-down and Bottom-up approach
- 2.3. Data triangulation
3. Executive Summary
4. Market Dynamics
- 4.1. Driver, Restraint, Opportunity and Challenges analysis
- 4.1.1. Drivers
- 4.1.2. Restraints
- 4.1.3. Opportunities
- 4.1.4. Challenges
5. Market variable and outlook
- 5.1. SWOT Analysis
- 5.1.1. Strengths
- 5.1.2. Weaknesses
- 5.1.3. Opportunities
- 5.1.4. Threats
- 5.2. PESTEL Analysis
- 5.2.1. Political Landscape
- 5.2.2. Economic Landscape
- 5.2.3. Social Landscape
- 5.2.4. Technological Landscape
- 5.2.5. Environmental Landscape
- 5.2.6. Legal Landscape
- 5.3. PORTERs Five Forces
- 5.3.1. Bargaining power of suppliers
- 5.3.2. Bargaining power of buyers
- 5.3.3. Threat of Substitute
- 5.3.4. Threat of new entrant
- 5.3.5. Competitive rivalry
- 5.4. Heat Map Analysis
6. Competitive Landscape
- 6.1. Global Gamma Butyrolactone Market Manufacturing Base Distribution, Sales Area, Product Type
- 6.2. Mergers & Acquisitions, Partnerships, Product Launch, and Collaboration in Global Gamma Butyrolactone Market
7. Global Gamma Butyrolactone Market, By Purity (USD Million) 2021-2034
- 7.1. Min 99.9%
- 7.2. Min 99.7%
8. Global Gamma Butyrolactone Market, By Application (USD Million) 2021-2034
- 8.1. Batteries & Capacitors
- 8.2. Herbicides & Insecticides
- 8.3. Sedative & Anesthetic
- 8.4. Solvent
- 8.5. Other
9. Global Gamma Butyrolactone Market, By End User (USD Million) 2021-2034
- 9.1. Electrical & Electronics Industry
- 9.2. Agrochemical Industry
- 9.3. Pharmaceutical Industry
- 9.4. Chemical Industry
- 9.5. Other
10. Global Gamma Butyrolactone Market, (USD Million) 2021-2034
- 10.1. Global Gamma Butyrolactone Market Size and Market Share
11. Global Gamma Butyrolactone Market, By Region, (USD Million) 2021-2034
- 11.1. Asia-Pacific
- 11.1.1. Australia
- 11.1.2. China
- 11.1.3. India
- 11.1.4. Japan
- 11.1.5. South Korea
- 11.1.6. Rest of Asia-Pacific
- 11.2. Europe
- 11.2.1. France
- 11.2.2. Germany
- 11.2.3. Italy
- 11.2.4. Spain
- 11.2.5. United Kingdom
- 11.2.6. Rest of Europe
- 11.3. Middle East and Africa
- 11.3.1. Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
- 11.3.2. United Arab Emirates
- 11.3.3. Qatar
- 11.3.4. South Africa
- 11.3.5. Egypt
- 11.3.6. Morocco
- 11.3.7. Nigeria
- 11.3.8. Rest of Middle-East and Africa
- 11.4. North America
- 11.4.1. Canada
- 11.4.2. Mexico
- 11.4.3. United States
- 11.5. Latin America
- 11.5.1. Argentina
- 11.5.2. Brazil
- 11.5.3. Rest of Latin America
12. Company Profile
- 12.1. Alpha Chemika
- 12.1.1. Company details
- 12.1.2. Financial outlook
- 12.1.3. Product summary
- 12.1.4. Recent developments
- 12.2. Ashland
- 12.2.1. Company details
- 12.2.2. Financial outlook
- 12.2.3. Product summary
- 12.2.4. Recent developments
- 12.3. Balaji Amines
- 12.3.1. Company details
- 12.3.2. Financial outlook
- 12.3.3. Product summary
- 12.3.4. Recent developments
- 12.4. Biosynth
- 12.4.1. Company details
- 12.4.2. Financial outlook
- 12.4.3. Product summary
- 12.4.4. Recent developments
- 12.5. CDH Fine Chemical
- 12.5.1. Company details
- 12.5.2. Financial outlook
- 12.5.3. Product summary
- 12.5.4. Recent developments
- 12.6. Chang Chun Group
- 12.6.1. Company details
- 12.6.2. Financial outlook
- 12.6.3. Product summary
- 12.6.4. Recent developments
- 12.7. Dairen Chemical Corporation
- 12.7.1. Company details
- 12.7.2. Financial outlook
- 12.7.3. Product summary
- 12.7.4. Recent developments
- 12.8. Dongao Chemical
- 12.8.1. Company details
- 12.8.2. Financial outlook
- 12.8.3. Product summary
- 12.8.4. Recent developments
- 12.9. Exsyncorp
- 12.9.1. Company details
- 12.9.2. Financial outlook
- 12.9.3. Product summary
- 12.9.4. Recent developments
- 12.10. Hefei TNJ Chemical Industry Co., Ltd
- 12.10.1. Company details
- 12.10.2. Financial outlook
- 12.10.3. Product summary
- 12.10.4. Recent developments
- 12.11. Others
13. Conclusion
14. List of Abbreviations
15. Reference Links
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Gamma Butyrolactone Market is projected to reach USD 5.44 billion by 2034, growing at a CAGR of of 3.57% during the forecast period.
Gamma Butyrolactone Market grew in Market size from 2025. The Market is expected to reach USD 5.44 billion by 2034, at a CAGR of 3.57% during the forecast period.
Gamma Butyrolactone Market CAGR of 3.57% during the forecast period.
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Gamma Butyrolactone Market size is USD 5.44 billion from 2025 to 2034.
Gamma Butyrolactone Market is covered By Purity, By Application, By End User
The North America, Latin America, Asia-Pacific, Europe, and Middle East & Africa is the highest Market share in the Gamma Butyrolactone Market .
Alpha Chemika, Ashland, Balaji Amines, Biosynth, CDH Fine Chemical, Chang Chun Group, Dairen Chemical Corporation, Dongao Chemical, Exsyncorp, Hefei TNJ Chemical Industry Co, Ltd.
The report includes an in-depth analysis of the Global Gamma Butyrolactone Market, including market size and trends, product mix, Applications, and supplier analysis.
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