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Synopsis
The global market for Isobutene was estimated to be worth US$ 3942 million in 2024 and is forecast to a readjusted size of US$ 5331 million by 2031 with a CAGR of 4.5% during the forecast period 2025-2031.
This report provides a comprehensive assessment of recent tariff adjustments and international strategic countermeasures on Isobutene cross-border industrial footprints, capital allocation patterns, regional economic interdependencies, and supply chain reconfigurations.
Isobutene, also known as isobutylene, is a branched-chain olefin with the chemical formula C₄H₈. It is a colorless gas with a faint petroleum-like odor and is one of the major isomers of butene. Isobutene is produced through catalytic or thermal cracking of hydrocarbons and is primarily used as an intermediate in the chemical industry. Its key applications include the production of butyl rubber, methyl tert-butyl ether (MTBE), and polyisobutylene, as well as in the synthesis of other specialty chemicals and fuel additives.
The isobutene market is an integral part of the global petrochemical and performance materials industry. Its demand is closely linked to downstream applications such as automotive, packaging, adhesives, and fuel blending. One of the most significant uses of isobutene is in the production of butyl rubber, which is vital for tire manufacturing due to its excellent impermeability and flexibility. Another major outlet is MTBE, a high-octane fuel additive, though environmental regulations have reduced its use in some regions. With the growing demand for high-performance materials, polyisobutylene derived from isobutene is also gaining traction, especially in lubricants, sealants, and medical-grade elastomers. Furthermore, emerging bio-based production technologies are being explored to reduce reliance on fossil fuel-derived isobutene, aligning with global sustainability goals. Technological advancements, shifting environmental policies, and regional differences in fuel regulations will continue to shape the competitive dynamics and investment strategies in the isobutene market.
This report aims to provide a comprehensive presentation of the global market for Isobutene, focusing on the total sales volume, sales revenue, price, key companies market share and ranking, together with an analysis of Isobutene by region & country, by Type, and by Application.
The Isobutene market size, estimations, and forecasts are provided in terms of sales volume (K Ton) and sales revenue ($ millions), considering 2024 as the base year, with history and forecast data for the period from 2020 to 2031. With both quantitative and qualitative analysis, to help readers develop business/growth strategies, assess the market competitive situation, analyze their position in the current marketplace, and make informed business decisions regarding Isobutene.
Market Segmentation
By Company
Lyondell Basell
TPC Group
Exxon Mobil
Nizhnekamskneftekhim
Enterprise Products Partners
Evonik
Sumitomo Chemical
Mitsubishi Chemical
ENEOS
Shandong Chambroad
Yuhuang Chemical
CITIC Guoan
Songwon
Qixiang
Sinopec Beijing Yanshan
Weifang Binhai
Segment by Type
MTBE Cracking
Tert-butanol (TBA)
Segment by Application
Butyl Rubber
MMA
PIB
Other
By Region
North America
United States
Canada
Asia-Pacific
China
Japan
South Korea
Southeast Asia
India
Australia
Rest of Asia-Pacific
Europe
Germany
France
U.K.
Italy
Netherlands
Nordic Countries
Rest of Europe
Latin America
Mexico
Brazil
Rest of Latin America
Middle East & Africa
Turkey
Saudi Arabia
UAE
Rest of MEA
Chapter Outline
Chapter 1: Introduces the report scope of the report, global total market size (value, volume and price). This chapter also provides the market dynamics, latest developments of the market, the driving factors and restrictive factors of the market, the challenges and risks faced by manufacturers in the industry, and the analysis of relevant policies in the industry.
Chapter 2: Detailed analysis of Isobutene manufacturers competitive landscape, price, sales and revenue market share, latest development plan, merger, and acquisition information, etc.
Chapter 3: Provides the analysis of various market segments by Type, covering the market size and development potential of each market segment, to help readers find the blue ocean market in different market segments.
Chapter 4: Provides the analysis of various market segments by Application, covering the market size and development potential of each market segment, to help readers find the blue ocean market in different downstream markets.
Chapter 5: Sales, revenue of Isobutene in regional level. It provides a quantitative analysis of the market size and development potential of each region and introduces the market development, future development prospects, market space, and market size of each country in the world.
Chapter 6: Sales, revenue of Isobutene in country level. It provides sigmate data by Type, and by Application for each country/region.
Chapter 7: Provides profiles of key players, introducing the basic situation of the main companies in the market in detail, including product sales, revenue, price, gross margin, product introduction, recent development, etc.
Chapter 8: Analysis of industrial chain, including the upstream and downstream of the industry.
Chapter 9: Conclusion.

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