India Benzene Market Size, Share, Trends and Forecast by Derivative, Manufacturing Process, Application, and Region, 2025-2033

India Benzene Market Size, Share, Trends and Forecast by Derivative, Manufacturing Process, Application, and Region, 2025-2033

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India Benzene Market Overview:

The India benzene market size reached USD 3.1 Billion in 2024. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach USD 4.7 Billion by 2033, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 4.3% during 2025-2033. The market in India for benzene is driven by the growing demand from the petrochemical, automotive, and chemical sectors. In addition, expanding refinery capacities and increasing production of benzene derivatives are contributing to market growth, reducing import reliance, and strengthening local supply chains to meet rising industrial needs.

Report Attribute
Key Statistics
Base Year
2024
Forecast Years
2025-2033
Historical Years
2019-2024
Market Size in 2024 USD 3.1 Billion
Market Forecast in 2033 USD 4.7 Billion
Market Growth Rate (2025-2033) 4.3%


India Benzene Market Trends:

Increasing Demand from the Petrochemical Industry

The market in India for benzene is seeing massive growth because of the increased demand from the petrochemical sector. Benzene is a vital raw material for the manufacturing of styrene, phenol, and cyclohexane, which are important for plastics, synthetic rubber, and chemical industries. Moreover, increased demand for these end-products, especially in the automotive, packaging, and construction industries, has resulted in the higher consumption of benzene. Over the past few years, the automobile sector has been growing particularly, and it has been the reason for increased demand for benzene derivative-based synthetic rubber and polymers. Apart from this, India is also experiencing an increase in its refinery industry, which is facilitating the rise in domestic production of benzene. Similarly, refineries such as the HPCL Rajasthan Refinery are likely to be a game-changer in terms of enhancing the supply of benzene since these integrated complexes not only manufacture crude oil products but also major petrochemicals, such as benzene. With the refinery's expected completion in 2025, it is likely to decrease India's dependence on imported benzene, thus providing a more stable supply and a possible decrease in cost volatility in the market.

India Benzene Market Size

Growth in Automotive and Chemical Sectors

The automotive and chemical sectors are two of the major drivers of the increasing demand for benzene in India. Moreover, the need for synthetic materials like rubber and plastics produced using benzene derivatives is also growing as India's automobile industry continues to expand. One of the main causes of the increase in benzene consumption is the need for premium synthetic rubber, which is utilized in the manufacture of tires and other automotive applications. Its demand is also fueled by the expansion of the pharmaceutical industry, which uses benzene derivatives to make medications and other medicinal applications. In addition to the automobile industry, benzene is crucial to India's growing chemical sector, which produces polymers, styrenics, and phenolic resins. Similarly, it is anticipated that the move toward higher petrochemical output—supported by expansions in current facilities and future refinery projects like HRRL—will significantly enhance benzene production. It is expected that these advancements will lessen reliance on imports by fostering an atmosphere that is conducive to domestic benzene production. Concurrently, the market is expected to see a steady rise in demand, with local production increasing to meet the requirements of these industries, thereby supporting India's position in the global market.

India Benzene Market Segmentation:

IMARC Group provides an analysis of the key trends in each segment of the market, along with forecasts at the region/country level for 2025-2033. Our report has categorized the market based on derivative, manufacturing process, and application.

Derivative Insights:

  • Ethylbenzene
  • Cumene
  • Cyclohexane
  • Nitrobenzene
  • Linear Alkylbenzene
  • Maleic Anhydride
  • Others

The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the derivative. This includes ethylbenzene, cumene, cyclohexane, nitrobenzene, linear alkylbenzene, maleic anhydride, and others.

Manufacturing Process Insights:

  • Pyrolysis Steam Cracking of Naphtha
  • Catalytic Reforming of Naphtha
  • Toluene Hydrodealkylation
  • Toluene Disproportionation
  • From Biomass

The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the manufacturing process. This includes pyrolysis steam cracking of naphtha, catalytic reforming of naphtha, toluene hydrodealkylation, toluene disproportionation, and from biomass.

Application Insights:

India Benzene Market By Application

  • Plastics
  • Resins
  • Synthetic Fibers
  • Rubber Lubricants
  • Others

A detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the application have also been provided in the report. This includes plastics, resins, synthetic fibers, rubber lubricants, and others.

Region Insights:

  • North India
  • South India
  • East India
  • West India

The report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of all the major regional markets, which include North India, South India, East India, and West India.

Competitive Landscape:

The market research report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of the competitive landscape. Competitive analysis such as market structure, key player positioning, top winning strategies, competitive dashboard, and company evaluation quadrant has been covered in the report. Also, detailed profiles of all major companies have been provided.

India Benzene Market News:

  • November 2024: The HPCL Rajasthan Refinery (HRRL) in India is set to complete its integrated refinery project by Q1 2025. The facility will produce key petrochemicals like benzene, which will boost local supply and reduce reliance on imports, positively impacting the Benzene industry.
  • September 2024: Tamilnadu Petroproducts Ltd. announced plans to expand its Linear Alkyl Benzene (LAB) and Caustic Soda plants with an investment of INR 405 Crore by FY26. This expansion, increasing LAB capacity to 145 TPA, will boost production, enhancing India's Benzene segment growth and capacity.

India Benzene Market Report Coverage:

Report Features Details
Base Year of the Analysis 2024
Historical Period 2019-2024
Forecast Period 2025-2033
Units Billion USD
Scope of the Report

Exploration of Historical Trends and Market Outlook, Industry Catalysts and Challenges, Segment-Wise Historical and Future Market Assessment:

  • Derivative
  • Manufacturing Process
  • Application
  • Region
Derivatives Covered Ethylbenzene, Cumene, Cyclohexane, Nitrobenzene, Linear Alkylbenzene, Maleic Anhydride, Others
Manufacturing Processes Covered Pyrolysis Steam Cracking of Naphtha, Catalytic Reforming of Naphtha, Toluene Hydrodealkylation, Toluene Disproportionation, From Biomass
Applications Covered Plastics, Resins, Synthetic Fibers, Rubber Lubricants, Others
Regions Covered North India, South India, East India, West India
Customization Scope 10% Free Customization
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Key Questions Answered in This Report:

  • How has the India benzene market performed so far and how will it perform in the coming years?
  • What is the breakup of the India benzene market on the basis of derivative?
  • What is the breakup of the India benzene market on the basis of manufacturing process?
  • What is the breakup of the India benzene market on the basis of application?
  • What are the various stages in the value chain of the India benzene market? 
  • What are the key driving factors and challenges in the India benzene market?
  • What is the structure of the India benzene market and who are the key players?
  • What is the degree of competition in the India benzene market? 

Key Benefits for Stakeholders:

  • IMARC’s industry report offers a comprehensive quantitative analysis of various market segments, historical and current market trends, market forecasts, and dynamics of the India benzene market from 2019-2033.
  • The research report provides the latest information on the market drivers, challenges, and opportunities in the India benzene market.
  • Porter's five forces analysis assist stakeholders in assessing the impact of new entrants, competitive rivalry, supplier power, buyer power, and the threat of substitution. It helps stakeholders to analyze the level of competition within the India benzene industry and its attractiveness.
  • Competitive landscape allows stakeholders to understand their competitive environment and provides an insight into the current positions of key players in the market.

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