
The global FCC Catalyst Additive market size is predicted to grow from US$ 435 million in 2025 to US$ 514 million in 2031; it is expected to grow at a CAGR of 2.8% from 2025 to 2031.
FCC catalyst additives are substances injected in small quantities into Fluid Catalytic Cracking (FCC) units to enhance specific yields, improve product quality, or reduce emissions from the regenerator. The primary component of these additives is zeolite molecular sieve, which acts as the active ingredient in the catalytic process. Other ingredients may include platinum and palladium metals, which contribute to the effectiveness of the additives in refining processes.
The global market for FCC catalyst additives is significantly influenced by major players such as Grace Catalysts Technologies and BASF, which together account for approximately 40% of the market share. North America and Asia-Pacific are the leading regions, collectively holding about 65% of the global market. This regional dominance reflects the substantial industrial activity and high demand for refining technologies in these areas.
In terms of product types, Octane Number Improving Agents are the most prevalent, representing around 30% of the market. These agents are crucial for enhancing the octane rating of gasoline products. Vacuum Gas Oil is the primary application, making up about 70% of the market share. This high percentage indicates the critical role of FCC catalyst additives in processing vacuum gas oil for improved fuel quality. As the industry evolves, advancements in additive technologies and increasing demand for efficient refining processes are expected to drive further market growth, with continued innovation likely to address emerging challenges and opportunities in the sector.
Looking forward, the FCC catalyst additive market is anticipated to grow due to several key trends and developments. Advances in catalyst technology, including the development of more efficient zeolite-based additives and the integration of advanced metals like platinum and palladium, are expected to enhance performance and meet stringent environmental regulations. The increasing focus on improving fuel quality and reducing emissions will drive the adoption of innovative additives. Additionally, the expansion of refining capacities and technological upgrades in emerging markets will further boost demand for FCC catalyst additives. As industries seek to optimize their operations and meet evolving regulatory standards, ongoing research and development, alongside strategic investments in advanced additive formulations, will play a crucial role in shaping the future of the FCC catalyst additive market.
The “FCC Catalyst Additive Industry Forecast” looks at past sales and reviews total world FCC Catalyst Additive sales in 2024, providing a comprehensive analysis by region and market sector of projected FCC Catalyst Additive sales for 2025 through 2031. With FCC Catalyst Additive sales broken down by region, market sector and sub-sector, this report provides a detailed analysis in US$ millions of the world FCC Catalyst Additive industry.
This Insight Report provides a comprehensive analysis of the global FCC Catalyst Additive landscape and highlights key trends related to product segmentation, company formation, revenue, and market share, latest development, and M&A activity. This report also analyzes the strategies of leading global companies with a focus on FCC Catalyst Additive portfolios and capabilities, market entry strategies, market positions, and geographic footprints, to better understand these firms’ unique position in an accelerating global FCC Catalyst Additive market.
This Insight Report evaluates the key market trends, drivers, and affecting factors shaping the global outlook for FCC Catalyst Additive and breaks down the forecast by Type, by Application, geography, and market size to highlight emerging pockets of opportunity. With a transparent methodology based on hundreds of bottom-up qualitative and quantitative market inputs, this study forecast offers a highly nuanced view of the current state and future trajectory in the global FCC Catalyst Additive.
This report presents a comprehensive overview, market shares, and growth opportunities of FCC Catalyst Additive market by product type, application, key manufacturers and key regions and countries.
Segmentation by Type:
Octane Number Improving Agent
Light Olefins Enhancing Agent
Sulphur Reducing Agent
Metal Passivation Agent
Others
Segmentation by Application:
Vacuum Gas Oil
Residue
Other
This report also splits the market by region:
Americas
United States
Canada
Mexico
Brazil
APAC
China
Japan
Korea
Southeast Asia
India
Australia
Europe
Germany
France
UK
Italy
Russia
Middle East & Africa
Egypt
South Africa
Israel
Turkey
GCC Countries
The below companies that are profiled have been selected based on inputs gathered from primary experts and analysing the company's coverage, product portfolio, its market penetration.
Grace Catalysts Technologies
BASF
Albemarle
Johnson Matthey
JGC C&C
Sinopec
CNPC
Hunan Yueyang Sciensun Chemical
Key Questions Addressed in this Report
What is the 10-year outlook for the global FCC Catalyst Additive market?
What factors are driving FCC Catalyst Additive market growth, globally and by region?
Which technologies are poised for the fastest growth by market and region?
How do FCC Catalyst Additive market opportunities vary by end market size?
How does FCC Catalyst Additive break out by Type, by Application?
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1 Scope of the Report
1.1 Market Introduction
1.2 Years Considered
1.3 Research Objectives
1.4 Market Research Methodology
1.5 Research Process and Data Source
1.6 Economic Indicators
1.7 Currency Considered
1.8 Market Estimation Caveats
2 Executive Summary
2.1 World Market Overview
2.1.1 Global FCC Catalyst Additive Annual Sales 2020-2031
2.1.2 World Current & Future Analysis for FCC Catalyst Additive by Geographic Region, 2020, 2024 & 2031
2.1.3 World Current & Future Analysis for FCC Catalyst Additive by Country/Region, 2020, 2024 & 2031
2.2 FCC Catalyst Additive Segment by Type
2.2.1 Octane Number Improving Agent
2.2.2 Light Olefins Enhancing Agent
2.2.3 Sulphur Reducing Agent
2.2.4 Metal Passivation Agent
2.2.5 Others
2.3 FCC Catalyst Additive Sales by Type
2.3.1 Global FCC Catalyst Additive Sales Market Share by Type (2020-2025)
2.3.2 Global FCC Catalyst Additive Revenue and Market Share by Type (2020-2025)
2.3.3 Global FCC Catalyst Additive Sale Price by Type (2020-2025)
2.4 FCC Catalyst Additive Segment by Application
2.4.1 Vacuum Gas Oil
2.4.2 Residue
2.4.3 Other
2.5 FCC Catalyst Additive Sales by Application
2.5.1 Global FCC Catalyst Additive Sale Market Share by Application (2020-2025)
2.5.2 Global FCC Catalyst Additive Revenue and Market Share by Application (2020-2025)
2.5.3 Global FCC Catalyst Additive Sale Price by Application (2020-2025)
3 Global by Company
3.1 Global FCC Catalyst Additive Breakdown Data by Company
3.1.1 Global FCC Catalyst Additive Annual Sales by Company (2020-2025)
3.1.2 Global FCC Catalyst Additive Sales Market Share by Company (2020-2025)
3.2 Global FCC Catalyst Additive Annual Revenue by Company (2020-2025)
3.2.1 Global FCC Catalyst Additive Revenue by Company (2020-2025)
3.2.2 Global FCC Catalyst Additive Revenue Market Share by Company (2020-2025)
3.3 Global FCC Catalyst Additive Sale Price by Company
3.4 Key Manufacturers FCC Catalyst Additive Producing Area Distribution, Sales Area, Product Type
3.4.1 Key Manufacturers FCC Catalyst Additive Product Location Distribution
3.4.2 Players FCC Catalyst Additive Products Offered
3.5 Market Concentration Rate Analysis
3.5.1 Competition Landscape Analysis
3.5.2 Concentration Ratio (CR3, CR5 and CR10) & (2023-2025)
3.6 New Products and Potential Entrants
3.7 Market M&A Activity & Strategy
4 World Historic Review for FCC Catalyst Additive by Geographic Region
4.1 World Historic FCC Catalyst Additive Market Size by Geographic Region (2020-2025)
4.1.1 Global FCC Catalyst Additive Annual Sales by Geographic Region (2020-2025)
4.1.2 Global FCC Catalyst Additive Annual Revenue by Geographic Region (2020-2025)
4.2 World Historic FCC Catalyst Additive Market Size by Country/Region (2020-2025)
4.2.1 Global FCC Catalyst Additive Annual Sales by Country/Region (2020-2025)
4.2.2 Global FCC Catalyst Additive Annual Revenue by Country/Region (2020-2025)
4.3 Americas FCC Catalyst Additive Sales Growth
4.4 APAC FCC Catalyst Additive Sales Growth
4.5 Europe FCC Catalyst Additive Sales Growth
4.6 Middle East & Africa FCC Catalyst Additive Sales Growth
5 Americas
5.1 Americas FCC Catalyst Additive Sales by Country
5.1.1 Americas FCC Catalyst Additive Sales by Country (2020-2025)
5.1.2 Americas FCC Catalyst Additive Revenue by Country (2020-2025)
5.2 Americas FCC Catalyst Additive Sales by Type (2020-2025)
5.3 Americas FCC Catalyst Additive Sales by Application (2020-2025)
5.4 United States
5.5 Canada
5.6 Mexico
5.7 Brazil
6 APAC
6.1 APAC FCC Catalyst Additive Sales by Region
6.1.1 APAC FCC Catalyst Additive Sales by Region (2020-2025)
6.1.2 APAC FCC Catalyst Additive Revenue by Region (2020-2025)
6.2 APAC FCC Catalyst Additive Sales by Type (2020-2025)
6.3 APAC FCC Catalyst Additive Sales by Application (2020-2025)
6.4 China
6.5 Japan
6.6 South Korea
6.7 Southeast Asia
6.8 India
6.9 Australia
6.10 China Taiwan
7 Europe
7.1 Europe FCC Catalyst Additive by Country
7.1.1 Europe FCC Catalyst Additive Sales by Country (2020-2025)
7.1.2 Europe FCC Catalyst Additive Revenue by Country (2020-2025)
7.2 Europe FCC Catalyst Additive Sales by Type (2020-2025)
7.3 Europe FCC Catalyst Additive Sales by Application (2020-2025)
7.4 Germany
7.5 France
7.6 UK
7.7 Italy
7.8 Russia
8 Middle East & Africa
8.1 Middle East & Africa FCC Catalyst Additive by Country
8.1.1 Middle East & Africa FCC Catalyst Additive Sales by Country (2020-2025)
8.1.2 Middle East & Africa FCC Catalyst Additive Revenue by Country (2020-2025)
8.2 Middle East & Africa FCC Catalyst Additive Sales by Type (2020-2025)
8.3 Middle East & Africa FCC Catalyst Additive Sales by Application (2020-2025)
8.4 Egypt
8.5 South Africa
8.6 Israel
8.7 Turkey
8.8 GCC Countries
9 Market Drivers, Challenges and Trends
9.1 Market Drivers & Growth Opportunities
9.2 Market Challenges & Risks
9.3 Industry Trends
10 Manufacturing Cost Structure Analysis
10.1 Raw Material and Suppliers
10.2 Manufacturing Cost Structure Analysis of FCC Catalyst Additive
10.3 Manufacturing Process Analysis of FCC Catalyst Additive
10.4 Industry Chain Structure of FCC Catalyst Additive
11 Marketing, Distributors and Customer
11.1 Sales Channel
11.1.1 Direct Channels
11.1.2 Indirect Channels
11.2 FCC Catalyst Additive Distributors
11.3 FCC Catalyst Additive Customer
12 World Forecast Review for FCC Catalyst Additive by Geographic Region
12.1 Global FCC Catalyst Additive Market Size Forecast by Region
12.1.1 Global FCC Catalyst Additive Forecast by Region (2026-2031)
12.1.2 Global FCC Catalyst Additive Annual Revenue Forecast by Region (2026-2031)
12.2 Americas Forecast by Country (2026-2031)
12.3 APAC Forecast by Region (2026-2031)
12.4 Europe Forecast by Country (2026-2031)
12.5 Middle East & Africa Forecast by Country (2026-2031)
12.6 Global FCC Catalyst Additive Forecast by Type (2026-2031)
12.7 Global FCC Catalyst Additive Forecast by Application (2026-2031)
13 Key Players Analysis
13.1 Grace Catalysts Technologies
13.1.1 Grace Catalysts Technologies Company Information
13.1.2 Grace Catalysts Technologies FCC Catalyst Additive Product Portfolios and Specifications
13.1.3 Grace Catalysts Technologies FCC Catalyst Additive Sales, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin (2020-2025)
13.1.4 Grace Catalysts Technologies Main Business Overview
13.1.5 Grace Catalysts Technologies Latest Developments
13.2 BASF
13.2.1 BASF Company Information
13.2.2 BASF FCC Catalyst Additive Product Portfolios and Specifications
13.2.3 BASF FCC Catalyst Additive Sales, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin (2020-2025)
13.2.4 BASF Main Business Overview
13.2.5 BASF Latest Developments
13.3 Albemarle
13.3.1 Albemarle Company Information
13.3.2 Albemarle FCC Catalyst Additive Product Portfolios and Specifications
13.3.3 Albemarle FCC Catalyst Additive Sales, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin (2020-2025)
13.3.4 Albemarle Main Business Overview
13.3.5 Albemarle Latest Developments
13.4 Johnson Matthey
13.4.1 Johnson Matthey Company Information
13.4.2 Johnson Matthey FCC Catalyst Additive Product Portfolios and Specifications
13.4.3 Johnson Matthey FCC Catalyst Additive Sales, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin (2020-2025)
13.4.4 Johnson Matthey Main Business Overview
13.4.5 Johnson Matthey Latest Developments
13.5 JGC C&C
13.5.1 JGC C&C Company Information
13.5.2 JGC C&C FCC Catalyst Additive Product Portfolios and Specifications
13.5.3 JGC C&C FCC Catalyst Additive Sales, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin (2020-2025)
13.5.4 JGC C&C Main Business Overview
13.5.5 JGC C&C Latest Developments
13.6 Sinopec
13.6.1 Sinopec Company Information
13.6.2 Sinopec FCC Catalyst Additive Product Portfolios and Specifications
13.6.3 Sinopec FCC Catalyst Additive Sales, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin (2020-2025)
13.6.4 Sinopec Main Business Overview
13.6.5 Sinopec Latest Developments
13.7 CNPC
13.7.1 CNPC Company Information
13.7.2 CNPC FCC Catalyst Additive Product Portfolios and Specifications
13.7.3 CNPC FCC Catalyst Additive Sales, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin (2020-2025)
13.7.4 CNPC Main Business Overview
13.7.5 CNPC Latest Developments
13.8 Hunan Yueyang Sciensun Chemical
13.8.1 Hunan Yueyang Sciensun Chemical Company Information
13.8.2 Hunan Yueyang Sciensun Chemical FCC Catalyst Additive Product Portfolios and Specifications
13.8.3 Hunan Yueyang Sciensun Chemical FCC Catalyst Additive Sales, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin (2020-2025)
13.8.4 Hunan Yueyang Sciensun Chemical Main Business Overview
13.8.5 Hunan Yueyang Sciensun Chemical Latest Developments
14 Research Findings and Conclusion
*If Applicable.
