De-Aromatic Solvents Market to Surge to USD 2.69 Billion by 2035 as Demand for Low-VOC, Eco-Friendly Solvents Gains Momentum
Global market projected to grow at 4.6% CAGR, driven by paints, coatings, adhesives, and industrial cleaning sectors

November 2025 The global market for de-aromatic (de-aromatized) solvents widely used in coatings, adhesives, industrial cleaning, and other applications is set for robust growth, with total market size expected to rise from USD 1.64 billion in 2024 to USD 2.69 billion by 2035, registering a strong 4.6% CAGR over the 2025–2035 forecast period, according to a new comprehensive study by Introspective Market Research. 

With sustainability concerns, regulatory pressure, and growing industrial activity around the world, the de-aromatic solvents market is entering a new phase of expansion fueled by growing adoption in paints, coatings and inks, adhesives and sealants, metal-working fluids, industrial cleaning, drilling fluids and consumer products.

Introduction

De-aromatic solvents hydrocarbon solvents refined to remove aromatic compounds such as benzene, toluene, and xylene are increasingly replacing conventional aromatic solvents across many industries. Their advantages are compelling: lower volatile organic compound (VOC) emissions, reduced toxicity, milder odor, and improved safety and compliance. As environmental regulations tighten and demand for greener, safer industrial solutions rises, these solvents have become the go-to choice for coatings, adhesives, cleaning agents, and more. The new report from Introspective Market Research demonstrates substantial growth potential, with a projected market value of USD 2.69 billion by 2035 and a CAGR of 4.6%. 

Key top-line drivers include the global shift toward eco-friendly manufacturing, stringent occupational and environmental safety standards, and rising demand from sectors such as construction, automotive, industrial maintenance, print & packaging, and consumer goods.

Quick Insights

·         2024 Market Value: USD 1.64 billion 

·          Forecasted 2035 Value: USD 2.69 billion 

·         Forecast Period (CAGR): 2025–2035 at 4.6% CAGR 

·          Largest by Application: Paints, Coatings & Inks segment

·         Dominant Product Segment (by Flash Point): Medium-flash-point de-aromatic solvents

·         Fastest-growing Region: Asia-Pacific, led by China, India, and other manufacturing hubs 

·         Leading Players Covered: ExxonMobil, Shell, Neste, DHC Solvent Chemie GmbH, China Petrochemical Corporation, Sinopec, Idemitsu Kosan, and other major global players. 

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Market Breakdown (2024 vs Forecast)

Note: For full breakdown by application, flash point, boiling point and region, refer to the published report. 

What’s Driving the Surge?

Why Are De-Aromatic Solvents Gaining Favor?

A major driver behind the de-aromatic solvents market growth is the mounting demand for safer, more environmentally friendly solvents across industries. Regulations limiting VOC emissions and worker exposure to toxic aromatics have made conventional aromatic solvents less attractive. De-aromatic alternatives with significantly reduced aromatic compound content and milder odor are increasingly preferred in paints/coatings, adhesives/sealants, industrial cleaning, printing inks, and other applications.

Further accelerating adoption is the global shift toward sustainable, eco-conscious manufacturing practices. Many manufacturers are reformulating products using de-aromatic solvents to comply with regulations and appeal to environmentally conscious customers.

Emerging Opportunity: Bio-Based De-Aromatic Solvents

One of the most promising growth avenues is the development and adoption of bio-based de-aromatic solvents solvents derived from renewable feedstocks (biomass, vegetable oils, bio-based chemicals) rather than petroleum. These offer similar functional performance as conventional solvents but with lower carbon footprint and higher sustainability credentials. As industries increasingly embrace "green chemistry" across coatings, adhesives, and personal-care formulations, bio-based solvents present a significant growth opportunity. 

Regional Insights: Where Growth Is Concentrated

The report finds that the Asia-Pacific region will dominate global consumption over the forecast period. This dominance stems from strong industrialization in countries such as China, India, Japan and South Korea, coupled with rapid urbanization, infrastructure development, and growing demand in automotive, construction, electronics, and manufacturing sectors. 

In addition, the region's increasing regulatory focus on VOC emissions and workplace safety along with a manufacturing base that heavily relies on solvents for coatings, adhesives, cleaning, and metal-working bolster demand for de-aromatic solvents. Rising disposable incomes, expanding construction activities, and the growth of end-user sectors such as consumer goods and automotive further reinforce this trend. 

Other regions such as North America, Western Europe, Middle East & Africa (MEA), Eastern Europe, and South America also feature in the analysis, with demand driven by renovation/construction cycles, regulatory compliance pressure, and industrial maintenance needs. 

Segmentation Highlights

·         By Application: The Paints, Coatings & Inks segment leads the market favored for their superior solubility, adhesion, faster drying and lower VOC emission vs traditional aromatic solvents. This makes them especially valuable in architectural, industrial, automotive, and marine coatings. 

·         By Flash Point: The Medium Flash Point segment dominates globally, striking an optimal balance between volatility and stability. These solvents are widely used in paints, coatings, adhesives, sealants, and cleaning products offering controlled evaporation and safer handling.

·         By Boiling Point: While the report covers multiple boiling-point categories (Type 1, Type 2, Type 3), demand remains strong across the board, depending on application needs from quick-evaporating coatings to heavy-duty industrial cleaning or drilling fluid applications.

Industry Activity & Innovations

The report notes that major players such as ExxonMobil, Shell, Neste, DHC Solvent Chemie GmbH, Sinopec, Idemitsu Kosan and others are actively involved in production, distribution and innovation across geographies.

Recent breakthroughs and trends include:

·         Development of bio-based and ultra-low aromatic grade solvents to meet stricter environmental and safety requirements.

·         Formulation of low-odor, low-VOC solvents tailored for sensitive applications such as indoor coatings, consumer-product formulations, printing inks, and adhesives. 

·         Investments in refining and solvent-blending capacities in Asia-Pacific (especially China and India), to serve regional demand while optimizing supply chains and costs.

What Could Challenge Growth?

Despite positive momentum, several headwinds could temper growth:

·         Limited availability of bio-based alternatives / feedstock constraints: While bio-based solvents represent a key opportunity, feedstock availability, supply-chain limitations, and higher costs may impede rapid large-scale adoption.

·         Raw material price volatility: Dependence on petrochemical feedstocks exposes manufacturers to crude-oil price fluctuations, which can affect solvent pricing, margins, and adoption rates. 

·         Regulatory and compliance complexity: As environmental and safety regulations tighten globally, compliance costs may rise particularly for companies operating across multiple jurisdictions with differing standards.

·         Competition from alternative technologies: Advances in water-based coatings, solventless adhesives, and greener chemistries could reduce the reliance on hydrocarbon-based solvents over time, especially in markets sensitive to environmental concerns.

Case Study: Leading the Shift to Low-VOC Coatings in Asia

In China, a major coatings manufacturer recently reformulated its architectural paint line replacing conventional aromatic solvents with medium-flash-point de-aromatic solvents. The result: a 40% reduction in VOC emissions, improved safety and worker comfort (reduced odor), and full compliance with emerging Chinese environmental regulations. Encouraged by early success, the company is now expanding the new low-VOC product line to automotive and industrial coatings underscoring the real-world value of de-aromatic solvents in meeting regulatory and sustainability goals.

This real-world success reflects the broader trend identified in our report: as regulatory pressure intensifies and customers both industrial and end-consumer demand cleaner, safer products, de-aromatic solvents stand out as a pragmatic, performance-driven solution.

What’s Next?

What’s driving the shift to bio-based solvents?
With ESG (environmental, social, governance) commitments becoming mainstream, more manufacturers are asking: can we maintain performance while switching to renewable-based feedstocks? If so, which applications are best suited coatings, adhesives, cleaning and how quickly can we scale?

How will regulatory changes impact demand and supply dynamics?
Upcoming regulations on VOCs and aromatic content in regions like Europe, North America, and Asia could accelerate conversion to de-aromatic solvents but will supply, cost, and infrastructure keep pace?

Can de-aromatic solvents expand into new, high-growth end uses?
Beyond traditional sectors paints, coatings, cleaning is there room for growth in electronics cleaning, agrochemicals, personal care, or specialty industrial fluids?

These are among the many strategic questions addressed in the full report.

Expert Insight

“The global push toward sustainability combined with tightening health, safety, and environmental regulations is reshaping the industrial solvents landscape. De-aromatic solvents offer a compelling value proposition: they deliver performance comparable to traditional aromatic solvents while reducing VOC emissions, odor, and health hazards. As more industries embrace green chemistry and compliance requirements tighten, we expect adoption to accelerate, especially in high-growth regions such as Asia-Pacific.”
Jane Wilson, Principal Consultant, Introspective Market Research

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