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U.S. Higher Alpha Olefins Market Forecast to 2033

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  • 80 Pages
  • October 2025
  • Region: United States
  • Grand View Research
  • ID: 6189438
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The U.S. higher alpha olefins market size was estimated at USD 4.60 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 8.19 billion by 2033, growing at a CAGR of 6.7% from 2025 to 2033. The industry is experiencing steady growth due to increasing demand in polyethylene production and specialty chemicals.

These olefins are essential as co-monomers for linear low-density polyethylene and as intermediates in surfactants, lubricants, and plasticizers. Rising consumption in packaging, automotive, and consumer goods supports market expansion.

Demand fluctuations in end-use industries influence HAO market performance. Pricing of raw materials such as ethylene, availability of feedstock, and production capacities of major manufacturers affect supply dynamics. Environmental regulations and sustainability concerns also shape production processes and investment decisions. Seasonal demand cycles for detergents and lubricants can create temporary shifts in consumption patterns.

Opportunities for growth exist through the development of higher-purity and longer-chain alpha olefins for specialized applications. Expanding markets for biodegradable detergents and synthetic lubricants present new applications for HAOs. Emerging economies with growing plastics and chemical industries may further increase demand, while innovations in polymer blends and functional chemicals could extend their industrial relevance.

U.S. Higher Alpha Olefins Market Report Segmentation

This report forecasts volume & revenue growth at the country level and provides an analysis of the latest industry trends in each of the sub-segments from 2018 to 2033. For this study, the analyst has segmented the U.S. higher alpha olefins market report based on product and application.
  • Product Outlook (Volume, Kilotons; Revenue, USD Million, 2018-2033)
  • C6-C8
  • C10-C14
  • C16
  • Application Use Outlook (Volume, Kilotons; Revenue, USD Million, 2018-2033)
  • Polyethylene Comonomers
  • Lubricants & Synthetic Oils
  • Detergents & Surfactants
  • Synthetic Drilling Fluids
  • Other Application

Why You Should Buy This Report

  • Comprehensive Market Analysis: Gain detailed insights into the market across major regions and segments.
  • Competitive Landscape: Explore the market presence of key players.
  • Future Trends: Discover the pivotal trends and drivers shaping the future of the market.
  • Actionable Recommendations: Utilize insights to uncover new revenue streams and guide strategic business decisions.

Report Deliverables

  • Market intelligence to enable effective decision-making
  • Market estimates and forecasts from 2018 to 2030
  • Growth opportunities and trend analyses
  • Segment and regional revenue forecasts for market assessment
  • Competition strategy and market share analysis
  • Product innovation listings for you to stay ahead of the curve

Table of Contents

Chapter 1 Methodology and Scope
1.1 Market Segmentation & Scope
1.2 Market Definition
1.3 Information Procurement
1.3.1 Purchased Database
1.3.2 Internal Database
1.4 Information analysis
1.5 Market formulation & data visualization
1.6 Data validation & publishing
1.6.1 Research Scope and Assumptions
1.6.2 List to Data Sources
Chapter 2 Executive Summary
2.1 Market Snapshot
2.2 Segment Snapshot
2.3 Competitive Landscape Snapshot
Chapter 3 U.S. Higher Alpha Olefins Market Variables, Trends & Scope
3.1 Market Lineage Outlook
3.1.1 Global Higher Alpha Olefins Market Outlook
3.1.2 Global Higher Alpha Olefins Market, 2024
3.2 Trade Analysis HS Code 290129 Hydrocarbons, acyclic, unsaturated (excl. ethylene, propene "propylene", butene "butylene" and isomers thereof and Buta-1,3-diene and isoprene)
3.2.1 Top 10 Importing Countries for the U.S. (Tons)
3.2.2 Top 10 Exporting Countries for the U.S. (Tons)
3.2.3 Trade Future Outlook Analysis
3.3 Supply Outlook
3.4 Industry Value Chain Analysis
3.4.1 Raw Material Trend
3.4.2 Manufacturing & Technology Trend
3.4.3 Sales Channel Analysis
3.5 Regulatory Framework
3.6 Price Trend Analysis, 2018-2033
3.6.1 Factors Influencing Prices
3.7 Market Dynamics
3.7.1 Market Driver Analysis
3.7.1.1 Growth in Polyethylene Production and Demand for Comonomers
3.7.1.2 Expansion of Lubricants and Synthetic Oils Industry
3.7.1.3 Increasing Demand for Detergents and Surfactants
3.7.2 Market Restraint Analysis
3.7.2.1 High Capital Intensity
3.7.2.2 Competition from Alternative Feedstocks and Chemicals
3.7.3 Industry Challenges
3.7.3.1 Volatility in Feedstock Prices
3.7.3.2 Dependence on Petrochemical Industry
3.7.4 Industry Opportunity
3.7.4.1 Technological Advancements in HAO Production
3.7.4.2 Rising Focus on Specialty and High-Value Applications
3.8 Business Environment Analysis
3.8.1 Industry Analysis - Porter
3.8.2 Pestel Analysis
Chapter 4 U.S. Higher Alpha Olefins Market: Product Estimates & Trend Analysis
4.1 Product Movement Analysis & Market Share, 2024 & 2033
4.1.1 C6-C8
4.1.1.1 U.S. C6-C8 Higher Alpha Olefins Market Estimates & Forecast and Trend Analysis, 2018-2033 (Kilotons) (USD MIllion)
4.1.2 C10-C14
4.1.2.1 U.S. C10-C14 Higher Alpha Olefins Market Estimates & Forecast and Trend Analysis, 2018-2033 (Kilotons) (USD MIllion)
4.1.3 C16
4.1.3.1 U.S. C16 Higher Alpha Olefins Market Estimates & Forecast and Trend Analysis, 2018-2033 (Kilotons) (USD MIllion)
Chapter 5 U.S. Higher Alpha Olefins Market: Application Estimates & Trend Analysis
5.1 Application Movement Analysis & Market Share, 2024 & 2033
5.1.1 Polyethylene Comonomers
5.1.1.1 U.S. Higher Alpha Olefins Market Estimates & Forecast and Trend Analysis, in Polyethylene Comonomers, 2018-2033 (Kilotons) (USD MIllion)
5.1.2 Lubricants & Synthetic Oils
5.1.2.1 U.S. Higher Alpha Olefins Market Estimates & Forecast and Trend Analysis, in Lubricants & Synthetic Oils, 2018-2033 (Kilotons) (USD MIllion)
5.1.3 Detergents & Surfactants
5.1.3.1 U.S. Higher Alpha Olefins Market Estimates & Forecast and Trend Analysis, in Detergents & Surfactants, 2018-2033 (Kilotons) (USD MIllion)
5.1.4 Other Applications
5.1.4.1 U.S. Higher Alpha Olefins Market Estimates & Forecast and Trend Analysis, in other applications, 2018-2033 (Kilotons) (USD MIllion)
5.1.5 Synthetic Drilling Fluids
5.1.5.1 U.S. Higher Alpha Olefins Market Estimates & Forecast and Trend Analysis, in Synthetic Drilling Fluids, 2018-2033 (Kilotons) (USD MIllion)
Chapter 6 Market Trends & Dynamics
6.1. Regulatory Framework
6.2 EPA & U.S. Federal Developments
6.3 Industry / Product-Level Moves
Chapter 7 U.S. Higher Alpha Olefins Market: Regional Estimates & Trend Analysis
7.1 US
7.1.1 U.S. Higher Alpha Olefins Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2018-2033 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
Chapter 8 U.S. Higher Alpha Olefins Market - Competitive Landscape
8.1 Company Overview
8.2 Financial Performance
8.3 Product Benchmarking
8.4 Recent Developments & Impact Analysis, by Key Market Participants
8.5 Vendor Landscape
8.5.1 Competitive Categorization
8.6 Company Market Positioning Analysis
8.7 Company Heat Map Analysis
8.8 Strategy Mapping
8.8.1 Expansion
8.8.2 Mergers & Acquisitions
8.8.3 New Product Launches
8.8.4 Research & Development
8.8.5 Collaborations
8.9. Chevron Phillips Chemical (CP Chem)
8.10. Exxon Mobil Corporation
8.11. SABIC
8.12. Shell Chemicals
8.13. INEOS Group Holdings S.A
8.14. Sasol
8.15. Dow
8.16. NOVVI, LLC
8.17. Braskem
8.18. Idemitsu Kosan
List of Tables
Table 1 Company Overview
Table 2 Financial Performance
Table 3 Product Benchmarking
Table 4 Recent Developments & Impact Analysis, by Key Market Participants
Table 5 Company Heat Map Analysis
Table 6 Key companies undergoing expansion
Table 7 Key companies involved in M&as
Table 8 Key companies launching new products
Table 9 Key companies undertaking R&D activities
Table 10 Key companies undergoing collaborations
List of Figures
Figure 1 U.S. Higher Alpha Olefins Market Segmentation & Scope
Figure 2 Information procurement
Figure 3 Data analysis models
Figure 4 Market formulation and validation
Figure 5 Data validating & publishing
Figure 6 U.S. Higher Alpha Olefins Market Snapshot
Figure 7 U.S. Higher Alpha Olefins Market segment snapshot, 2024 (USD Million)
Figure 8 U.S. Higher Alpha Olefins Market: Competitive Landscape Snapshot
Figure 9 Global Higher Alpha Olefins Market and U.S. Higher Alpha Olefins Market, 2024 (USD Million)
Figure 10 Supply Outlook, 2018-2033 (Kilotons)
Figure 11 U.S. Higher Alpha Olefins Market - Industry Value Chain Analysis
Figure 12 U.S. Higher Alpha Olefins Market - Price Trend Analysis 2018-2033 (USD/kg)
Figure 13 U.S. Higher Alpha Olefins Market - Market Dynamics
Figure 14 U.S. Higher Alpha Olefins Market: DRIVER Analysis
Figure 15 the U.S. Polyethylene Production, Demand and Exports, 2020-2024
Figure 16 U.S. Product Supplied of Lubricants (Thousand Barrels per Day), 2020-2024
Figure 17 U.S. Higher Alpha Olefins Market: RESTRAINT Analysis
Figure 18 PORTER’S Analysis
Figure 19 PESTEL Analysis
Figure 20 U.S. Higher Alpha Olefins Market Estimate & Forecast and Trend Analysis, by Product, Key Takeaways
Figure 21 U.S. Higher Alpha Olefins Market Estimates & Forecast and Trend Analysis, by Product, Market Share 2024 & 2033
Figure 22 U.S. C6-C8 Higher Alpha Olefins Market Estimates & Forecast and Trend Analysis, 2018-2033 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
Figure 23 U.S. C10-C14 Higher Alpha Olefins Market Estimates & Forecast and Trend Analysis, 2018-2033 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
Figure 24 U.S. C16 Higher Alpha Olefins Market Estimates & Forecast and Trend Analysis, 2018-2033 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
Figure 25 U.S. Higher Alpha Olefins Market Estimate & Forecast and Trend Analysis, Application, Key Takeaways
Figure 26 U.S. Higher Alpha Olefins Market Estimates & Forecast and Trend Analysis, Application, Market Share 2024 & 2033
Figure 27 U.S. Higher Alpha Olefins Market Estimates & Forecast and Trend Analysis, in Polyethylene Comonomers , 2018-2033 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
Figure 28 U.S. Higher Alpha Olefins Market Estimates & Forecast and Trend Analysis, in Lubricants & Synthetic Oils , 2018-2033 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
Figure 29 U.S. Higher Alpha Olefins Market Estimates & Forecast and Trend Analysis, in Detergents & Surfactants, 2018-2033 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
Figure 30 U.S. Higher Alpha Olefins Market Estimates & Forecast and Trend Analysis, in Other Applications, 2018-2033 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
Figure 31 U.S. Higher Alpha Olefins Market Estimates & Forecast and Trend Analysis, in Synthetic Drilling Fluids, 2018-2033 (Kilotons) (USD Million)
Figure 32 U.S. Higher Alpha Olefins market estimates & forecast and trend analysis, 2018-2033 (Kilotons) (USD Million)

Companies Mentioned

The companies profiled in this U.S. Higher Alpha Olefins market report include:
  • Chevron Phillips Chemical (CP Chem)
  • Exxon Mobil Corporation
  • SABIC
  • Shell Chemicals
  • INEOS Group Holdings S.A
  • Sasol
  • Dow
  • NOVVI, LLC
  • Braskem
  • Idemitsu Kosan Co., Ltd.

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