North America 2-Ethylhexanol (2-EH) Market by Application (Plasticizers, 2-EH Acrylate, 2-EH Nitrate, Others), by Geography - Analysis and Forecast to 2019

2-EH (2-Ethylhexanol) is an Oxo alcohol & a petrochemical that is poorly soluble in water but soluble in most organic solvents. It is commonly used as a low volatility solvent and can be used as an octane booster when reacted with nitric acid. 2-EH is widely used in manufacturing of various products and mostly used in plasticizers, 2-EH acrylate, 2-EH nitrate, and other applications.

The North America 2-EH market is projected to witness a CAGR of 5.2% between 2014 and 2019. The U.S. dominated the North American market for 2-EH, having accounted for 73.4% of the market in 2014, followed by Mexico and Canada. The market growth is attributed to the increasing number of applications of 2-EH, increasing support from government, technological advancements, and growing number of domestic manufacturers of 2-EH in this region.

The report on North American 2-EH market presents an in-depth analysis of the market with respect to current and future trends, upcoming market opportunities, high-growth segments, and the projected growth rate of each submarket.

Apart from the market analysis and forecast, the report provides insights into the profiles of leading market companies and the growth strategies adopted by these companies in recent years. Currently, the market is being served by some of the leading multinational chemical manufacturers, including The Dow Chemical Company (U.S.), OXEA (Germany), Eastman Chemical Company (U.S.), and BASF SE (Germany).

Table of Contents

1 Introduction (Page No. - 9)
    1.1 Objectives of the Study
    1.2 Market Segmentation & Coverage
    1.3 Stakeholders

2 Research Methodology (Page No. - 12)
    2.1 Integrated Ecosystem of 2-EH Market
    2.2 Arriving at the 2-EH Market Size
           2.2.1 Top-Down Approach
           2.2.2 Bottom-Up Approach
           2.2.3 Demand Side Approach
    2.3 Assumptions

3 Executive Summary (Page No. - 18)

4 Market Overview (Page No. - 20)
    4.1 Introduction
    4.2 Market Drivers and Inhibitors
    4.3 Key Market Dynamics
    4.4 Demand Side Analysis

5 North America 2-Ethylhexanol Market, By Application (Page No. - 25)
    5.1 Introduction
    5.2 North America 2-EH Market in Plasticizers, By Geography
    5.3 North America 2-EH Market in 2-EH Acrylate, By Geography
    5.4 North America 2-EH Market in 2-EH Nitrate, By Geography

6 2-Ethylhexanol Market, By Geography (Page No. - 36)
    6.1 Introduction
    6.2 U.S. 2-EH Market
           6.2.1 U.S. 2-EH Market, By Application
    6.3 Mexico 2-EH Market
           6.3.1 Mexico 2-EH Market, By Application
    6.4 Canada 2-EH Market
           6.4.1 Canada 2-EH Market, By Application

7 2-EH Market: Competitive Landscape (Page No. - 49)
    7.1 North America 2-Ethylhexanol Market: Company Share Analysis
    7.2 Expansions
    7.3 Investments
    7.4 Mergers and Acquisitions
    7.5 Joint Ventures

8 2-EH Market, By Company (Page No. - 53)
    8.1 Eastman Chemicals Company
           8.1.1 Overview
           8.1.2 Key Financials
           8.1.3 Product and Service Offerings
           8.1.4 Related Developments
           8.1.5 MMM Analysis
    8.2 BASF SE
           8.2.1 Overview
           8.2.2 Key Financials
           8.2.3 Product and Service Offerings
           8.2.4 Related Developments
           8.2.5 MMM Analysis
    8.3 OXEA Corporation
           8.3.1 Overview
           8.3.2 Key Financials
           8.3.3 Product and Service Offerings
           8.3.4 Product and Service Offerings
           8.3.5 Related Developments
           8.3.6 MMM Analysis
    8.4 The DOW Chemical Company
           8.4.1 Overview
           8.4.2 Key Financials
           8.4.3 Product and Service Offerings
           8.4.4 Key Product and Service Offerings
           8.4.5 Related Developments
           8.4.6 MMM Analysis

9 Appendix (Page No. - 66)
    9.1 Customization Options
           9.1.1 Technical Analysis
           9.1.2 Low-Cost Sourcing Locations
           9.1.3 Impact Analysis
           9.1.4 Trade Analysis
           9.1.5 Historical Data and Trends
    9.2 Related Reports
    9.3 Introducing RT:  Real Time Market Intelligence
           9.3.1 RT Snapshots

List of Tables (29 Tables)

Table 1 North America 2-Ethylhexanol Application Market, 2014 (KT)
Table 2 North America 2-Ethylhexanol Market: Drivers and Inhibitors
Table 3 North America 2-Ethylhexanol Market, By Application, 2013-2019 (USD MN)
Table 4 North America 2-EH Market, By Application, 2013-2019 (KT)
Table 5 Global 2-Ethylhexanol Market: Comparison With Application Markets, 2013-2019 (USD MN)
Table 6 North America 2-Ethylhexanol Market, By Application, 2013-2019 (USD MN)
Table 7 North America 2-Ethylhexanol Market, By Application, 2013-2019 (KT)
Table 8 North America 2-Ethylhexanol Market in Plasticizers, By Geography, 2013-2019 (USD MN)
Table 9 North America 2-Ethylhexanol Market in Plasticizers, By Geography, 2013-2019 (KT)
Table 10 North America 2-Ethylhexanol Market in 2-EH Acrylate, By Geography, 2013-2019 (USD MN)
Table 11 North America 2-Ethylhexanol Market in 2-EH Acrylate, By Geography, 2013-2019 (KT)
Table 12 North America 2-Ethylhexanol Market in 2-EH Nitrate, By Geography, 2013-2019 (USD MN)
Table 13 North America 2-Ethylhexanol Market in 2-EH Nitrate, By Geography, 2013-2019 (KT)
Table 14 North America 2-Ethylhexanol Market, By Geography, 2013-2019 (USD MN)
Table 15 North America 2-Ethylhexanol Market, By Geography, 2013-2019 (KT)
Table 16 U.S. 2-EH Market, By Application, 2014-2019 (USD MN)
Table 17 U.S. 2-EH Market, By Application, 2014-2019 (KT)
Table 18 Mexico 2-EH Market, By Application, 2014-2019 (USD MN)
Table 19 Mexico 2-EH Market, By Application, 2014-2019 (KT)
Table 20 Canada 2-EH Market, By Application, 2014-2019 (USD MN)
Table 21 Canada 2-EH Market, By Application, 2014-2019 (KT)
Table 22 North America 2-EH Market: Company Share Analysis, 2014 (%)
Table 23 North America 2-EH Market: Expansions
Table 24 North America 2-EH Market: Investments
Table 25 North America 2-EH Market: Mergers and Acquisitions
Table 26 North America 2-EH Market: Joint Ventures
Table 27 Eastman Company Key Financials, 2009-2013 (USD MN)
Table 28 BASF SE: Key Financials, 2009-2013 (USD MN)
Table 29 The DOW Chemical Company: Key Financials, 2011-2013 (USD MN)

List of Figures (34 Figures)

Figure 1 North America 2-EH Market: Segmentation & Coverage
Figure 2 2-EH Market: Integrated Ecosystem
Figure 3 Research Methodology
Figure 4 Top-Down Approach
Figure 5 Bottom-Up Approach
Figure 6 Demand Side Approach
Figure 7 North America 2-EH Market Snapshot
Figure 8 2-EH Market: Growth Aspects
Figure 9 North America 2-EH Market, By Application,2014 Vs. 2019 25
Figure 10 2-EH: Application Market Scenario
Figure 11 North America 2-EH Market, By Application, 2014 & 2019 (USD MN)
Figure 12 North America 2-EH Market, By Application, 2014 & 2019 (KT)
Figure 13 North America 2-EH Market in Plasticizers, By Geography,2014-2019 (USD MN) 31
Figure 14 North America 2-EH Market in 2-EH Acrylate, By Geography, 2014-2019 (USD MN)
Figure 15 North America 2-EH Market in 2-EH Nitrate, By Geography, 2013-2019 (USD MN)
Figure 16 North America 2-EH Market: Growth Analysis, By Geography, 2014-2019 (USD MN)
Figure 17 North America 2-EH Market: Growth Analysis, By Geography, 2014-2019 (KT)
Figure 18 U.S. 2-EH Market Overview, 2014 & 2019 (%)
Figure 19 U.S. 2-EH Market, By Application, 2014-2019 (USD MN)
Figure 20 U.S. 2-EH Market: Application Snapshot
Figure 21 Mexico 2-EH Market Overview, 2014 & 2019 (%)
Figure 22 Mexico 2-EH Market, By Application, 2014-2019 (USD MN)
Figure 23 Mexico 2-EH Market: Application Snapshot
Figure 24 Canada 2-EH Market Overview, 2014 & 2019 (%)
Figure 25 Canada 2-EH Market, By Application, 2014-2019 (USD MN)
Figure 26 Canada 2-EH Market: Application Snapshot
Figure 27 North America 2-EH Market: Company Share Analysis, 2014 (%)
Figure 28 Eastman Chemical Company: Business Revenue Mix, 2013 (%)
Figure 29 Eastman Chemical Company: Revenue, 2009-2013 (USD MN)
Figure 30 BASF SE: Revenue Mix, 2013 (%)
Figure 31 BASF SE Revenue, 2009-2013 (USD MN)
Figure 32 OXEA Corporation: Revenue Mix, 2013 (%)
Figure 33 The DOW Chemical Company: Revenue Mix, 2013 (%)
Figure 34 The DOW Chemical Company: Revenue Mix, 2010-2013 (USD MN)

2-EH is a colorless, combustible liquid that is poorly soluble in water but otherwise soluble in most organic solvents. The adoption of cheap and feasible raw materials, growing demand of 2-EH, and emergence of domestic companies are the reasons for the extensive growth of 2-EH market in NA.

The North American 2-EH market, in terms of value, is projected to reach $1,438.0 million by 2019 from $1,117.1 million in 2014, at a CAGR of 5.2% between 2014 and 2019.

Based on applications, the North American 2-EH market is segmented into plasticizers, 2-EH acrylate, 2-EH nitrate, and others. The plasticizers segment held the largest market share of 57% in 2014. This segment would continue to dominate the market, although the 2-EH nitrate segment is projected to register the highest CAGR among all applications during the forecast period of 2014-2019.

Based on geography, the 2-EH market is segmented into the U.S., Mexico, and Canada. U.S. held the largest market share among the regions and would continue to dominate the market during the forecast period as well. In terms of growth rate, Canada is projected to register the highest CAGR of 6.4% among all regions during the forecast period.  

The key players in the North American 2-EH market are Eastman Chemical Company (U.S.), BASF SE (Germany), OXEA (Germany), and The Dow Chemical Company (U.S.).