Report Description

Global linear alpha olefins market is projected to cross $ 21 billion by 2024, growing at a steady rate. These olefins are industrially important alkenes with the chemical formula CXH2X and are generally manufactured through oligomerization of ethylene or through Fischer-Tropsch synthesis. Markedly, linear alpha olefins are used as co-monomers in the production of plastics including polyethylene and polypropylene. Among the linear alpha-olefins,1-hexene demonstrates unique properties, and is used in several applications, including its use as a co-monomer during the manufacturing of polyethylene, production of aldehydes and fatty acids for plasticizers. While, volatility in the prices of raw materials coupled with strict environmental regulations are expected to pose a challenge for the growth of the market.


The market for linear alpha-olefins has been segmented into type, application, end-use industry and region. Based on type, the market has been segmented as 1-butene, 1-hexene, 1-octene, 1-decene, 1-dodecene, others. Among these, 1-Hexene holds a significant market share in global linear alpha olefins market as poly-alpha-olefins finds use in automotive engines as synthetic lubricant and as polyethylene in packaging industry. Based on application, the market has been segmented as detergent alcohols, alkylbenzenes (linear & branched), polybutylene, oilfield chemicals, synthetic lubricant, low-density polyethylene (LDPE), high-density polyethylene (HDPE), linear low-density polyethylene (LLDPE) and others. LLDP is witnessing growing demand from numerous industries, as it is used as packaging material.


Regionally, the market for linear alpha-olefins has been segmented as North America, South America, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Middle East & Africa. Markedly, North America is the leading demand generator of linear alpha-olefins. Europe also accounts for a substantial proportion of the global consumption of linear alpha-olefins. Additionally, high demand from end-use industries such as packaging, automotive, pharmaceuticals and chemical industries is expected to fuel linear alpha-olefins market in Asia-Pacific.

Some of the key players operating in global linear alpha olefins market include, Royal Dutch Shell Plc., Sasol Limited, Qatar Chemical Company Ltd (Q-Chem), Chevron Phillips Chemical Company, The Dow Chemical Company, Idemitsu Kosan Co. Ltd, The Linde Group, Exxon Mobil Corporation, INEOS Oligomers, among others. Players operating in the market are using strategies such as mergers and collaboration and product development to register growth in the market.

Years considered for this report:

Historical Years: 2014-2017

Base Year: 2018

Estimated Year: 2019

Forecast Period: 2020-2024

Objective of the Study:

  • To analyze and forecast global linear alpha olefins market size.
  • To forecast global linear alpha olefins market based on type, application, end-use industry and regional distribution.
  • To identify drivers and challenges for global linear alpha olefins market.
  • To examine competitive developments such as expansions, new product launches, mergers & acquisitions, etc., in global linear alpha olefins market.
  • To conduct pricing analysis for linear alpha olefins market.
  • To identify and analyze the profile of leading players involved in the manufacturing of linear alpha olefins.


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Some of the leading players in global linear alpha olefins market are Royal Dutch Shell Plc., Sasol Limited, Qatar Chemical Company Ltd (Q-Chem), Chevron Phillips Chemical Company, The Dow Chemical Company, Idemitsu Kosan Co.Ltd, The Linde Group, Exxon Mobil Corporation, INEOS Oligomers, among others.

TechSci Research performed both primary as well as exhaustive secondary research for this study. Initially, TechSci Research sourced a list of leading manufacturers across the globe. Subsequently, TechSci Research conducted primary research surveys with the identified companies. While interviewing, the respondents were also enquired about their competitors. Through this technique, TechSci Research could include the manufacturers which could not be identified due to the limitations of secondary research. TechSci Research analyzed the product offerings, distribution channels and presence of all major players operating in global linear alpha olefins market.

TechSci Research calculated global linear alpha olefins market size by using a top-down approach, wherein data for various end-user segments was recorded and forecast for the future years. TechSci Research sourced these values from the industry experts and company representatives and externally validated through analyzing historical data of these product types and applications for getting an appropriate, overall market size. Various secondary sources such as company websites, news articles, press releases, company annual reports, investor presentations and financial reports were also studied by TechSci Research.


Key Target Audience:

  • Linear alpha olefins manufacturers and suppliers
  • Government and other regulatory bodies
  • Organizations, forums and alliances related to linear alpha olefins
  • Market research and consulting firms

The study is useful in providing answers to several critical questions that are important for the industry stakeholders such as manufacturers and partners, end users, etc., besides allowing them in strategizing investments and capitalizing on market opportunities.

Report Scope:

In this report, global linear alpha olefins market has been segmented into following categories, in addition to the industry trends which have also been detailed below:

  • Market, By Type:
    • 1-butene
    • 1-hexene
    • 1-octene
    • 1-decene
    • 1-dodecene
    • Others
  • Market, By Application:
    • Detergent Alcohols
    • Alkylbenzenes (Linear & Branched)
    • Polybutylene
    • Oilfield Chemicals
    • Synthetic Lubricant
    • Low-density polyethylene (LDPE)
    • High-density polyethylene (HDPE)
    • Linear low-density polyethylene (LLDPE)
    • Others
  • Market, By End-use industry:
    • Automotive industry
    • Cosmetics & Pharmaceuticals industry
    • Chemical industry
    • Paper industry
    • Consumer goods
    • Others
  • Market, By Region:
    • Asia-Pacific
      • China
      • Japan
      • India
      • South Korea
      • Australia
      • Indonesia
    • Europe
      • United Kingdom
      • Italy
      • France
      • Germany
      • Russia
    • North America
      • United States
      • Mexico
      • Canada
    • South America
      • Brazil
      • Argentina
      • Colombia
    • Middle East & Africa
      • South Africa
      • Saudi Arabia
      • UAE
      • Iran

Competitive Landscape

Company Profiles: Detailed analysis of the major companies present in global linear alpha olefins market.

Available Customizations:

With the given market data, TechSci Research offers customizations according to a company’s specific needs. The following customization options are available for the report:

Company Information

  • Detailed analysis and profiling of additional market players (up to five).

Profit Margin Analysis

  • Profit margin analysis in case of direct and indirect sales channel.

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Table of content

1.    Product Overview

2.    Research Methodology

3.    Executive Summary

4.    Voice of Customer

4.1.  Factors to be considered for product selection

4.2.  Factors influencing purchase decision

4.3.  Challenges/issues faced post purchase

4.4.  Unmet needs

5.    Global Linear Alpha Olefin Industry Overview

6.    Global Linear Alpha Olefin Market Outlook

6.1.  Market Size and Forecast

6.1.1.   By Value

6.1.2.   By Volume

6.2.  Market Share and Forecast

6.2.1.   By Type (1-butene, 1-hexene, 1-octene, 1-decene, 1-dodecene, Others)

6.2.2.   By Application (Detergent Alcohols, Alkylbenzenes (Linear & Branched), Polybutylene, Oilfield Chemicals, Synthetic Lubricant, Low-density polyethylene (LDPE), High-density polyethylene (HDPE), Linear low-density polyethylene (LLDPE), Others)

6.2.3.   By End-use industry (Automotive industry, Cosmetics & Pharmaceuticals industry, Chemical industry, Paper industry, Consumer goods, Others)

6.2.4.   By Company

6.2.5.   By Region

6.3.    Market Attractive Index

7.    Asia-Pacific Linear Alpha Olefin Market Outlook

7.1.   Market Size and Forecast

7.1.1.   By Value

7.1.2.   By Volume

7.2.  Market Share & Forecast

7.2.1.   By Type

7.2.2.   By Application

7.2.3.   By Country

7.3.  China Linear Alpha Olefin Market Outlook

7.3.1.   Market Size and Forecast

7.3.1.1.               By Value

7.3.1.2.               By Volume

7.3.2.   Market Share and Forecast

7.3.2.1.                By Type

7.3.2.2.                By Application                                    

7.4.  Japan Linear Alpha Olefin Market Outlook

7.4.1.    Market Size and Forecast

7.4.1.1.               By Value

7.4.1.2.               By Volume

7.4.2.    Market Share and Forecast

7.4.2.1.                By Type

7.4.2.2.                By Application

7.5.   India Linear Alpha Olefin Market Outlook

7.5.1.    Market Size and Forecast

7.5.1.1.               By Value

7.5.1.2.               By Volume

7.5.2.    Market Share and Forecast

7.5.2.1.                By Type

7.5.2.2.                By Application

7.6.  South Korea Linear Alpha Olefin Market Outlook

7.6.1.    Market Size and Forecast

7.6.1.1.               By Value

7.6.1.2.               By Volume

7.6.2.    Market Share and Forecast

7.6.2.1.                By Type

7.6.2.2.                By Application

7.7.  Australia Linear Alpha Olefin Market Outlook

7.7.1.    Market Size and Forecast

7.7.1.1.               By Value

7.7.1.2.               By Volume

7.7.2.    Market Share and Forecast

7.7.2.1.                By Type

7.7.2.2.                By Application

7.8.  Indonesia Linear Alpha Olefin Market Outlook

7.8.1.    Market Size and Forecast

7.8.1.1.               By Value

7.8.1.2.               By Volume

7.8.2.    Market Share and Forecast

7.8.2.1.                By Type

7.8.2.2.                By Application

8.    Europe Linear Alpha Olefin Market Outlook

8.1.   Market Size and Forecast

8.1.1.   By Value and Volume

8.2.  Market Share & Forecast

8.2.1.   By Type

8.2.2.   By Application

8.2.3.   By Country

8.3.   United Kingdom Linear Alpha Olefin Market Outlook

8.3.1.   Market Size and Forecast

8.3.1.1.               By Value

8.3.1.2.               By Volume

8.3.2.   Market Share and Forecast

8.3.2.1.                By Type

8.3.2.2.                By Application                                    

8.4.  Italy Linear Alpha Olefin Market Outlook

8.4.1.    Market Size and Forecast

8.4.1.1.               By Value

8.4.1.2.               By Volume

8.4.2.    Market Share and Forecast

8.4.2.1.                By Type

8.4.2.2.                By Application

8.5.  France Linear Alpha Olefin Market Outlook

8.5.1.    Market Size and Forecast

8.5.1.1.               By Value

8.5.1.2.               By Volume

8.5.2.    Market Share and Forecast

8.5.2.1.                By Type

8.5.2.2.                By Application

8.6.  Germany Linear Alpha Olefin Market Outlook

8.6.1.    Market Size and Forecast

8.6.1.1.               By Value

8.6.1.2.               By Volume

8.6.2.    Market Share and Forecast

8.6.2.1.                By Type

8.6.2.2.                By Application

8.7.   Russia Linear Alpha Olefin Market Outlook

8.7.1.    Market Size and Forecast

8.7.1.1.               By Value

8.7.1.2.               By Volume

8.7.2.    Market Share and Forecast

8.7.2.1.                By Type

8.7.2.2.                By Application

9.    North America Linear Alpha Olefin Market Outlook

9.1.   Market Size and Forecast

9.1.1.   By Value

9.1.2.   By Volume

9.2.  Market Share & Forecast

9.2.1.   By Type

9.2.2.   By Application

9.2.3.   By Country

9.3.   United States Linear Alpha Olefin Market Outlook

9.3.1.   Market Size and Forecast

9.3.1.1.               By Value

9.3.1.2.               By Volume

9.3.2.   Market Share and Forecast

9.3.2.1.                By Type

9.3.2.2.                By Application

9.4.  Mexico Linear Alpha Olefin Market Outlook

9.4.1.   Market Size and Forecast

9.4.1.1.               By Value

9.4.1.2.               By Volume

9.4.2.   Market Share and Forecast

9.4.2.1.                By Type

9.4.2.2.                By Application

9.5.   Canada Linear Alpha Olefin Market Outlook

9.5.1.   Market Size and Forecast

9.5.1.1.               By Value

9.5.1.2.               By Volume

9.5.2.   Market Share and Forecast

9.5.2.1.                By Type

9.5.2.2.                By Application

10.   South America Linear Alpha Olefin Market Outlook

10.1.           Market Size and Forecast

10.1.1.                By Value

10.1.2.                By Volume

10.2.          Market Share & Forecast

10.2.1.                By Type

10.2.2.                By Application

10.2.3.                By Country

10.3.            Brazil Linear Alpha Olefin Market Outlook

10.3.1.                Market Size and Forecast

10.3.1.1.            By Value

10.3.1.2.            By Volume

10.3.2.                Market Share and Forecast

10.3.2.1.             By Type

10.3.2.2.             By Application

10.4.            Argentina Linear Alpha Olefin Market Outlook

10.4.1.                Market Size and Forecast

10.4.1.1.            By Value

10.4.1.2.            By Volume

10.4.2.                Market Share and Forecast

10.4.2.1.             By Type

10.4.2.2.             By Application

10.5.          Colombia Linear Alpha Olefin Market Outlook

10.5.1.                Market Size and Forecast

10.5.1.1.            By Value

10.5.1.2.            By Volume

10.5.2.                Market Share and Forecast

10.5.2.1.             By Type

10.5.2.2.             By Application

11.  Middle East & Africa Linear Alpha Olefin Market Outlook

11.1.           Market Size and Forecast

11.1.1.                By Value

11.1.2.                By Volume

11.2.          Market Share & Forecast

11.2.1.                By Type

11.2.2.                By Application

11.2.3.                By Country

11.3.           South Africa Linear Alpha Olefin Market Outlook

11.3.1.                Market Size and Forecast

11.3.1.1.            By Value

11.3.1.2.            By Volume

11.3.2.                Market Share and Forecast

11.3.2.1.             By Type

11.3.2.2.             By Application

11.4.           Saudi Arabia Linear Alpha Olefin Market Outlook

11.4.1.                Market Size and Forecast

11.4.1.1.            By Value

11.4.1.2.            By Volume

11.4.2.                Market Share and Forecast

11.4.2.1.             By Type

11.4.2.2.             By Application

11.5.          UAE Linear Alpha Olefin Market Outlook

11.5.1.                Market Size and Forecast

11.5.1.1.            By Value

11.5.1.2.            By Volume

11.5.2.                Market Share and Forecast

11.5.2.1.             By Type

11.5.2.2.             By Application

11.6.          Iran Linear Alpha Olefin Market Outlook

11.6.1.                Market Size and Forecast

11.6.1.1.            By Value

11.6.1.2.            By Volume

11.6.2.                Market Share and Forecast

11.6.2.1.             By Type

11.6.2.2.             By Application

12.   Market Dynamics

12.1.           Drivers

12.2.           Challenges

13.  Market Trends & Developments

14.  Pricing Analysis

15.  Competitive Landscape

15.1.          Competition Benchmarking

15.2.          Company Profiles (Leading companies)

15.2.1.                Royal Dutch Shell Plc.

15.2.2.                Sasol Limited

15.2.3.                Qatar Chemical Company Ltd (Q-Chem)

15.2.4.                Chevron Phillips Chemical Company

15.2.5.                The Dow Chemical Company

15.2.6.                Idemitsu Kosan Co. Ltd

15.2.7.                The Linde Group

15.2.8.                Exxon Mobil Corporation

15.2.9.                INEOS Oligomers

16.   Strategic Recommendations 

            (Note: The companies list can be customized based on the client requirements)

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Press Release

Linear Alpha Olefins Market to Grow at Brisk rate during 2019-2024

Jun, 2019

Growing demand for poly-alpha-olefins which are used as synthetic lubricants in automobile engines and polyethylene (used in the packaging industry) to boost global linear alpha olefins market throug