Iso Butyric Acid Market
Iso Butyric Acid Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report by Type (Synthetic Isobutyric acid, Renewable/biobased Isobutyric Acid, Others) by Grade (Industrial, Reagent) by Application (Pharmaceuticals & Cosmetics, Animal Feed, Chemical Intermediaries, Foods and flavours, and Others), Forecast Period (2026-2035)
Industry Overview
Iso butyric acid market was valued at $230.0 million in 2025 and is projected to reach $371.0 million by 2035, growing at a CAGR of 4.8% from 2026 to 2035. Isobutyric acid is widely used in the production of esters, such as methyl isobutyrate and ethyl isobutyrate, which are important in flavours and fragrances due to their fruity aroma characteristics. These esters are applied in food flavourings, perfumes, and cosmetic formulations. It is also used as an intermediate in the pharmaceutical industry, where it participates in organic synthesis pathways for certain drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). According to the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA), isobutyric acid (EC No. 201-195-7; CAS No. 79-31-2) is registered under the REACH Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 in the 10,000 to 100,000 tonnes per year production/import band within the European Union. This registration band reflects substantial industrial manufacturing and use across EU member states. The official REACH registration dossier confirms that isobutyric acid is manufactured and/or imported at high volumes for use as an intermediate in chemical synthesis and industrial formulations.
Similarly, under the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) Chemical Data Reporting (CDR) program, isobutyric acid is listed as a reportable chemical substance. Publicly available CDR data indicate that U.S. manufacturing and import volumes fall within the 10 million to 50 million pounds per reporting cycle range (equivalent to approximately 4,500–22,700 metric tonnes annually). These figures demonstrate that isobutyric acid qualifies as a high-volume industrial chemical in the United States.
Market Dynamics
Rising Production in Pharmaceuticals & Cosmetics Accelerates Growth in the Market
Rising demand from the pharmaceuticals and cosmetics sectors is a major factor accelerating growth in the isobutyric acid market. In pharmaceuticals, isobutyric acid serves as a key chemical intermediate in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and various drug compounds, leading to increased consumption as global pharmaceutical production expands. Simultaneously, the cosmetics and personal care industry increasingly uses isobutyric acid derivatives in fragrances, skin care formulations, and specialty ingredients, driven by growing consumer demand for premium and high-performance products. This concurrent growth in end-use sectors strengthens overall market demand for isobutyric acid, prompting higher production capacities and investment in manufacturing infrastructure, thereby propelling the market’s growth trajectory. The rapid growth of e-commerce beauty platforms and rising disposable incomes in emerging economies have also stimulated higher production of personal care goods, indirectly boosting raw material demand. Together, technological advancements, premiumization trends, and expanding global manufacturing output in these sectors create sustained momentum for increased isobutyric acid consumption and long-term market expansion.
Butyric acids, valeric acids, and their salts exports by country in 2024
Countries Name | Trade Value 1000USD | Quantity | Partner | Quantity Unit |
United states | 162,165.08 | 90,848,600 | World | Kg |
China | 168,974.28 | 80,486,600 | World | Kg |
European Union | 138,733.52 | 52,193,100 | World | Kg |
Netherlands | 65,243.29 | 26,916,600 | World | Kg |
Belgium | 53,143.01 | 22,894,800 | World | Kg |
Germany | 50,922.43 | 20,817,500 | World | Kg |
India | 49,284.25 | 4,548,540 | World | Kg |
Singapore | 41,044.47 | 22,857,700 | World | kg |
Source: World Bank
Growing Domestic Production and Innovative Processes Strengthen China's Iso Butyric Acid Industry
Despite significant regional differences, growth in the global chemical industry in 2024 (+3.9%) considerably outpaced overall industrial production. While the chemical industry in China grew by around 6.8% on the basis of official figures, it increased by 1.1% in the rest of the world. In 2024, China accounted for 86% of global chemical growth.
Starting from the very low prior-year level, chemical production in the EU rose considerably in the first half of 2024. This was partly due to supply bottlenecks on international trade routes through the Red Sea and production constraints at non-European producers. Over the course of the year, however, weak European demand resulted in a considerable decline in production. For the year as a whole, production in the EU only grew by around 1.6%. Chemical production in Germany followed a similar trend. However, the annual growth rate was higher due to the lower starting base at the end of 2023 (2024: +3.1%, 2023: –12.1%).
Market Segmentation
- Based on the type, the market is segmented into synthetic isobutyric acid, renewable/bio-based isobutyric acid, and others.
- Based on the grade, the market is segmented into industrial grade and reagent grade.
- Based on the application, the market is segmented into pharmaceuticals & cosmetics, animal feed, chemical intermediaries, food and flavours, and others.
Renewable Isobutyric Acid: A Segment in the Market Growth
Renewable isobutyric acid refers to isobutyric acid that is produced from renewable biomass (e.g., agricultural residues or sugar by-products) using biotechnological fermentation processes rather than traditional petrochemical routes. A leading company producing this bio-based chemical is AFYREN, whose official website shows that they manufacture a family of 100% biobased organic acids, including biobased isobutyric acid, through fermentation of non-food biomass with natural microorganisms. This approach contributes to a lower carbon footprint and a circular bioeconomy while providing the same molecular structure and purity as petrochemical isobutyric acid for use in flavours, fragrances, cosmetics, and specialty chemical applications.
Regional Outlook
Iso butyric acid market is further divided by region, including North America (the US and Canada), Europe (the UK, Germany, France, Italy, Spain, Russia, and the Rest of Europe), Asia-Pacific (India, China, Japan, South Korea, Australia and New Zealand, ASEAN Countries, and the Rest of Asia-Pacific), and the Rest of the World (the Middle East & Africa, and Latin America).
United States Is Leading the Global Iso Butyric Acid Market
According to official data tracked through the U.S. Census Bureau’s foreign trade statistics and international classifications under Chapter?29 (Organic Chemicals) of the Harmonized System — which includes organic carboxylic acids and related compounds — the United States is one of the largest exporters of organic chemical products in the world. In 2024, exports of organic chemicals from the U.S. (classified under HS Chapter?29) were reported at approximately USD?51.88?billion, making organic chemicals a significant component of the nation’s overall merchandise exports. This export category, compiled from U.S. Census Bureau export documentation and consolidated in international trade databases such as the United Nations COMTRADE, reflects the strong presence of U.S. manufacturers in global markets for specialty chemical intermediates. The leading destinations for these chemicals include major trading partners such as Mexico, Belgium, Canada, China and Japan, demonstrating the global reach of U.S. chemical exports. Because isobutyric acid falls within the broader class of organic chemicals exported by the United States, these official figures support the conclusion that the U.S. plays a leading role in the global market for such specialized organic chemical products, driven by robust production capacity and significant trade flows to key international markets.
Market Players Outlook
The major companies operating in the global iso butyric acid market include OQ Chemicals, Eastman Chemical Company, Tokyo Chemicals Industry, Afyren, Shanghai Aladdin Biochemical Technology Co., ltd and among others. Market players are leveraging partnerships, collaborations, mergers, and acquisition strategies for business expansion and innovative product development to maintain their market positioning.
Recent Developments
- AFYREN, a company specializing in the renewable, fermentative production of carboxylic acids (including precursors to iso butyric acid), has announced significant industrial milestones. The company has secured multi-million-euro contracts and developed a strong revenue pipeline, reflecting growing commercial traction for its bio-based acid products. In late 2025, AFYREN completed a €23 million share capital increase led by strategic investors, including Kemin Industries and Bpifrance, to finance the optimization and expansion of its AFYREN NEOXY biorefinery, thereby increasing production capacity and improving plant efficiency.
- Eastman also announced price increases for certain ester products, including isobutyl acetate (a derivative of isobutyl/isobutyric streams), effective March 1, 2026, or as contracts allow.
This official price action indicates ongoing commercial adjustments across derivatives related to C4/oxo streams, which are often produced alongside or within the same supply chains as acetic and other acid products
The Report Covers
- Market value data analysis of 2025 and forecast to 2035.
- Annualized market revenues ($ million) for each market segment.
- Country-wise analysis of major geographical regions.
- Key companies operating in the global iso butyric acid market. Based on the availability of data, information related to new products and relevant news is also available in the report.
- Analysis of business strategies by identifying the key market segments positioned for strong growth in the future.
- Analysis of market-entry and market expansion strategies.
- Competitive strategies by identifying ‘who-stands-where’ in the market.
- Report Summary
- Current Industry Analysis and Growth Potential Outlook
- Iso Butyric Acid Market Sales Analysis – Type| Grade| Application| ($ Million)
- Iso Butyric Acid Market Sales Performance of Top Countries
- Research Methodology
- Primary Research Approach
- Secondary Research Approach
- Market Snapshot
- Market Overview and Insights
- Scope of the Study
- Analyst Insight & Current Market Trends
- Key Iso Butyric Acid Market Trends
- Market Recommendations
- Market Determinants
- Market Drivers
- Drivers For Iso Butyric Acid Market: Impact Analysis
- Market Pain Points and Challenges
- Restraints For Iso Butyric Acid Market: Impact Analysis
- Market Opportunities
- Market Drivers
- Competitive Landscape
- Competitive Dashboard – Iso Butyric Acid Market Revenue and Share by Manufacturers
- Iso Butyric Acid Comparison Analysis
- Top Market Player Ranking Matrix
- Key Company Analysis
- OQ Chemicals GmbH
- Overview
- Product Portfolio
- Financial Analysis
- SWOT Analysis
- Business Strategy
- Eastman Chemical Company
- Overview
- Product Portfolio
- Financial Analysis
- SWOT Analysis
- Business Strategy
- Tokyo Chemical Industry Co., ltd
- Overview
- Product Portfolio
- Financial Analysis
- SWOT Analysis
- Business Strategy
- AFYREN
- Overview
- Product Portfolio
- Financial Analysis
- SWOT Analysis
- Business Strategy
- Shanghai Aladdin Biochemical Technology Co., ltd
- Overview
- Product Portfolio
- Financial Analysis
- SWOT Analysis
- Business Strategy
- OQ Chemicals GmbH
- Key Company Analysis
- Top Winning Strategies by Market Players
- Merger and Acquisition
- Product Launch
- Partnership And Collaboration
- Iso Butyric Acid Market Sales Analysis by Type ($ Million)
- Synthetic Isobutyric Acid
- Renewable/biobased Isobutyric Acid
- Others
- Iso Butyric Acid Market Sales Analysis by Grade ($ Million)
- Industrial Grade
- Reagent Grade
- Iso Butyric Acid Market Sales Analysis by Application ($ Million)
- Pharmaceuticals & Cosmetics
- Animal Feed
- Chemical Intermediaries
- Food and flavours
- Others
- Regional Analysis
- North American Isobutyric Acid Market Sales Analysis – Type| Grade| Application| | Country ($ Million)
- Macroeconomic Factors for North America
- United States
- Canada
- European Isobutyric Acid Market Sales Analysis – Type| Grade| Application| | Country ($ Million)
- Macroeconomic Factors for Europe
- UK
- Germany
- Italy
- Spain
- France
- Russia
- Rest of Europe
- Asia-Pacific Iso Butyric Acid Market Sales Analysis – Type| Grade| Application| | Country ($ Million)
- Macroeconomic Factors for Asia-Pacific
- China
- Japan
- South Korea
- India
- Australia & New Zealand
- ASEAN Countries (Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam, Singapore, And Other)
- Rest of Asia-Pacific
- Rest of the World Iso Butyric Acid Market Sales Analysis – Type| Grade| Application| | Country ($ Million)
- Macroeconomic Factors for the Rest of the World
- Latin America
- Middle East and Africa
- Company Profiles
- Anhui Wotu Chemical Co., Ltd.
- Quick Facts
- Company Overview
- Product Portfolio
- Business Strategies
- BASF SE
- Quick Facts
- Company Overview
- Product Portfolio
- Business Strategies
- Celanese Corporation
- Quick Facts
- Company Overview
- Product Portfolio
- Business Strategies
- Anhui Wotu Chemical Co., Ltd.
- Daicel Corporation
- Quick Facts
- Company Overview
- Product Portfolio
- Business Strategies
- Dow lnc.
- Quick Facts
- Company Overview
- Product Portfolio
- Business Strategies
- Evonik Industries AG
- Quick Facts
- Company Overview
- Product Portfolio
- Business Strategies
- Hubei Jusheng Technology Co., Ltd.
- Quick Facts
- Company Overview
- Product Portfolio
- Business Strategies
- INEOS Group
- Quick Facts
- Company Overview
- Product Portfolio
- Business Strategies
- Jiangsu Dynamic Chemical Co., Ltd
- Quick Facts
- Company Overview
- Product Portfolio
- Business Strategies
- Lygos, lnc
- Quick Facts
- Company Overview
- Product Portfolio
- Business Strategies
- Mitsubishi Chemical Group
- Quick Facts
- Company Overview
- Product Portfolio
- Business Strategies
- Nanjing Chemical Material Corp.
- Quick Facts
- Company Overview
- Product Portfolio
- Business Strategies
- Perstorp Holding AB
- Quick Facts
- Company Overview
- Product Portfolio
- Business Strategies
- Sasol Limited
- Quick Facts
- Company Overview
- Product Portfolio
- Business Strategies
- Shandong Kunda Biotechnology Co., Ltd.
- Quick Facts
- Company Overview
- Product Portfolio
- Business Strategies
- Snowco Industrial Co., Ltd.
- Quick Facts
- Company Overview
- Product Portfolio
- Business Strategies
- Weifang Qiyi Chemical Co., Ltd.
- Quick Facts
- Company Overview
- Product Portfolio
- Business Strategies
- Yancheng Huade Biological Engineering Co., Ltd.
- Quick Facts
- Company Overview
- Product Portfolio
- Business Strategies
- Yixing Wencheng Chemical Co.,
- Quick Facts
- Company Overview
- Product Portfolio
- Business Strategies
- Yufeng International Group Co., Ltd.
- Quick Facts
- Company Overview
- Product Portfolio
- Business Strategies
- Zhejiang NHU Co., Ltd.
- Quick Facts
- Company Overview
- Product Portfolio
- Business Strategies
1. Global Iso Butyric Acid Market Research and Analysis by Type, 2025-2035 ($ Million)
2. Global Synthetic Iso Butyric Acid Market Research and Analysis by Region, 2025-2035 ($ Million)
3. Global Renewable Iso Butyric Acid Market Research and Analysis by Region, 2025-2035 ($ Million)
4. Global Others Iso Butyric Acid Market Research and Analysis by Region, 2025-2035 ($ Million)
5. Global Iso Butyric Acid Market Research and Analysis by Grade, 2025-2035 ($ Million)
6. Global Industrial Iso Butyric Acid Market Research and Analysis by Region, 2025-2035 ($ Million)
7. Global Reagent Iso Butyric Acid Market Research and Analysis by Region, 2025-2035 ($ Million)
8. Global Iso Butyric Acid Market Research and Analysis by Application, 2025-2035 ($ Million)
9. Global Iso Butyric Acid for Pharmaceuticals and Cosmetics Market Research and Analysis by Region, 2025-2035 ($ Million)
10. Global Iso Butyric Acid for Animal Feed Market Research and Analysis by Region, 2025–2035 ($ Million)
11. Global Iso Butyric Acid for Chemical Intermediates Market Research and Analysis by Region, 2025–2035 ($ Million)
12. Global Iso Butyric Acid for Food and Flavours Market Research and Analysis by Region, 2025-2035 ($ Million)
13. Global Iso Butyric Acid for Others Market Research and Analysis by Region, 2025-2035 ($ Million)
14. Global Iso Butyric Acid Market Research and Analysis by Region, 2025-2035 ($ Million)
15. North American Iso Butyric Acid Market Research and Analysis by Country, 2025-2035 ($ Million)
16. North American Iso Butyric Acid Market Research and Analysis by Type, 2025-2035 ($ Million)
17. North American Iso Butyric Acid Market Research and Analysis by Grade, 2025-2035 ($ Million)
18. North American Iso Butyric Acid Market Research and Analysis by Application, 2025-2035 ($ Million)
19. European Iso Butyric Acid Market Research and Analysis by Country, 2025-2035 ($ Million)
20. European Iso Butyric Acid Market Research and Analysis by Type, 2025-2035 ($ Million)
21. European Iso Butyric Acid Market Research and Analysis by Grade, 2025-2035 ($ Million)
22. European Iso Butyric Acid Market Research and Analysis by Application, 2025-2035 ($ Million)
23. Asia-Pacific Iso Butyric Acid Market Research and Analysis by Country, 2025-2035 ($ Million)
24. Asia-Pacific Iso Butyric Acid Market Research and Analysis by Type, 2025-2035 ($ Million)
25. Asia-Pacific Iso Butyric Acid Market Research and Analysis by Grade, 2025-2035 ($ Million)
26. Asia-Pacific Iso Butyric Acid Market Research and Analysis by Application, 2025-2035 ($ Million)
27. Rest of The World Iso Butyric Acid Market Research and Analysis by Country, 2025-2035 ($ Million)
28. Rest of The World Iso Butyric Acid Market Research and Analysis by Type, 2025-2035 ($ Million)
29. Rest of The World Iso Butyric Acid Market Research and Analysis by Grade, 2025-2035 ($ Million)
30. Rest of The World Iso Butyric Acid Market Research and Analysis by Application, 2025-2035 ($ Million)
1. Global Iso Butyric Acid Market Research and Analysis by Type, 2025 Vs 2035 (%)
2. Global Synthetic Iso Butyric Acid Market Research and Analysis by Region, 2025 Vs 2035 (%)
3. Global Renewable Iso Butyric Acid Market Research and Analysis by Region, 2025 Vs 2035 (%)
4. Global Others Iso Butyric Acid Market Research and Analysis by Region, 2025 Vs 2035 (%)
5. Global Iso Butyric Acid Market Research and Analysis by Grade, 2025 Vs 2035 (%)
6. Global Industrial Iso Butyric Acid Market Research and Analysis by Region, 2025 Vs 2035 (%)
7. Global Reagent Iso Butyric Acid Market Research and Analysis by Region, 2025 Vs 2035 (%)
8. Global Iso Butyric Acid Market Research and Analysis by Application, 2025 Vs 2035 (%)
9. Global Iso Butyric Acid for Pharmaceuticals and Cosmetics Market Research and Analysis by Region, 2025 Vs 2035 (%)
10. Global Iso Butyric Acid for Animal Feed Market Research and Analysis by Region, 2025 Vs 2035 (%)
11. Global Iso Butyric Acid for Chemical Intermediaries Market Research and Analysis by Region, 2025 Vs 2035 (%)
12. Global Iso Butyric Acid for Food and flavours Market Research and Analysis by Region, 2025 Vs 2035 (%)
13. Global Iso Butyric Acid for Others Market Research and Analysis by Region, 2025 Vs 2035 (%)
14. US Iso Butyric Acid Market Size, 2025-2035 ($ Million)
15. Canada Iso Butyric Acid Market Size, 2025-2035 ($ Million)
16. UK Iso Butyric Acid Market Size, 2025-2035 ($ Million)
17. France Iso Butyric Acid Market Size, 2025-2035 ($ Million)
18. Germany Iso Butyric Acid Market Size, 2025-2035 ($ Million)
19. Italy Iso Butyric Acid Market Size, 2025-2035 ($ Million)
20. Spain Iso Butyric Acid Market Size, 2025-2035 ($ Million)
21. Russia Iso Butyric Acid Market Size, 2025-2035 ($ Million)
22. Rest of Europe Iso Butyric Acid Market Size, 2025-2035 ($ Million)
23. India Iso Butyric Acid Market Size, 2025-2035 ($ Million)
24. China Iso Butyric Acid Market Size, 2025-2035 ($ Million)
25. Japan Iso Butyric Acid Market Size, 2025-2035 ($ Million)
26. South Korea Iso Butyric Acid Market Size, 2025-2035 ($ Million)
27. Australia and New Zealand Iso Butyric Acid Market Size, 2025-2035 ($ Million)
28. ASEAN Economies Iso Butyric Acid Market Size, 2025-2035 ($ Million)
29. Rest of Asia-Pacific Iso Butyric Acid Market Size, 2025-2035 ($ Million)
30. Latin America Iso Butyric Acid Market Size, 2025-2035 ($ Million)
31. Middle East and Africa Iso Butyric Acid Market Size, 2025-2035 ($ Million)
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