The Global Dimethyl Carbonate Market was valued at USD 1.3 billion in 2025 and is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 5.8% to reach USD 2.3 billion by 2035.
Dimethyl carbonate is a versatile organic carbonate (C3H6O3) produced through processes such as phosgenation, transesterification, and oxidative carbonylation. Available in battery-grade, pharmaceutical-grade, and industrial-grade variants with purity levels ranging from 98% to above 99.9%, this environmentally sustainable chemical is essential in lithium-ion battery electrolytes, pharmaceutical synthesis, polycarbonate production, and as a green solvent alternative. The rapid growth of electric vehicle adoption, expanding energy storage installations, and rising pharmaceutical applications are creating strong demand across global markets. Manufacturers are investing in advanced purification methods, sustainable production processes, and capacity expansion to meet the surging need for high-purity battery-grade DMC. Innovations in ultra-high purity production now allow purity levels exceeding 99.95%, moisture content below 20 ppm, and consistent quality that meets stringent specifications for lithium-ion batteries, enhancing electrochemical performance and reducing impurity-related degradation.
The battery-grade dimethyl carbonate segment held 44.4% share in 2025 and is expected to grow at a CAGR of 5.5% from 2026 to 2035. Its dominance is driven by its essential role in lithium-ion battery electrolyte formulations, superior electrochemical stability, and high purity standards above 99.9%, ensuring reliable performance in energy storage and electric vehicle applications.
The electrolyte applications segment held 35.6% share in 2025 and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 6.3% through 2035. DMC is a critical co-solvent in lithium-ion battery electrolytes, balancing dielectric constant, viscosity, and electrochemical stability for efficient battery operation across temperature ranges. This segment benefits from the rising adoption of electric vehicles, consumer electronics, and grid storage systems, with DMC typically comprising 20-40% of electrolyte solvent mixtures.
U.S. Dimethyl Carbonate Market accounted for USD 296.2 million in 2025. Strong demand in North America is fueled by expanding lithium-ion battery manufacturing, pharmaceutical production utilizing DMC as a green methylating agent and solvent, and a well-established chemical industry increasingly adopting sustainable practices.
Key players in the Global Dimethyl Carbonate Market include Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc., Tokyo Chemical Industry Co., Ltd., UBE Industries Limited, Merck KGaA, Aarsha Chemicals Private Limited, Actylis, Cymit Química S.L., Dongying City Longxing, Emco Dyestuff Pvt Ltd, Hefei TNJ Chemical Industry Co., Ltd., Jinan Qinmu Fine Chemical Co., Ltd., SHANTI CHEMICAL WORKS, and SMC GLOBAL. Companies in the Global Dimethyl Carbonate Market are strengthening their positions by investing in high-purity production technologies, expanding manufacturing capacities, and enhancing R&D for sustainable solutions. Strategic partnerships and acquisitions are being leveraged to access new geographic markets and industrial applications. Businesses focus on marketing initiatives that highlight eco-friendly properties and regulatory compliance, while continuous process innovation ensures cost efficiency and product consistency, helping them maintain a competitive advantage and meet growing demand in battery, pharmaceutical, and chemical sectors.
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Dimethyl carbonate is a versatile organic carbonate (C3H6O3) produced through processes such as phosgenation, transesterification, and oxidative carbonylation. Available in battery-grade, pharmaceutical-grade, and industrial-grade variants with purity levels ranging from 98% to above 99.9%, this environmentally sustainable chemical is essential in lithium-ion battery electrolytes, pharmaceutical synthesis, polycarbonate production, and as a green solvent alternative. The rapid growth of electric vehicle adoption, expanding energy storage installations, and rising pharmaceutical applications are creating strong demand across global markets. Manufacturers are investing in advanced purification methods, sustainable production processes, and capacity expansion to meet the surging need for high-purity battery-grade DMC. Innovations in ultra-high purity production now allow purity levels exceeding 99.95%, moisture content below 20 ppm, and consistent quality that meets stringent specifications for lithium-ion batteries, enhancing electrochemical performance and reducing impurity-related degradation.
The battery-grade dimethyl carbonate segment held 44.4% share in 2025 and is expected to grow at a CAGR of 5.5% from 2026 to 2035. Its dominance is driven by its essential role in lithium-ion battery electrolyte formulations, superior electrochemical stability, and high purity standards above 99.9%, ensuring reliable performance in energy storage and electric vehicle applications.
The electrolyte applications segment held 35.6% share in 2025 and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 6.3% through 2035. DMC is a critical co-solvent in lithium-ion battery electrolytes, balancing dielectric constant, viscosity, and electrochemical stability for efficient battery operation across temperature ranges. This segment benefits from the rising adoption of electric vehicles, consumer electronics, and grid storage systems, with DMC typically comprising 20-40% of electrolyte solvent mixtures.
U.S. Dimethyl Carbonate Market accounted for USD 296.2 million in 2025. Strong demand in North America is fueled by expanding lithium-ion battery manufacturing, pharmaceutical production utilizing DMC as a green methylating agent and solvent, and a well-established chemical industry increasingly adopting sustainable practices.
Key players in the Global Dimethyl Carbonate Market include Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc., Tokyo Chemical Industry Co., Ltd., UBE Industries Limited, Merck KGaA, Aarsha Chemicals Private Limited, Actylis, Cymit Química S.L., Dongying City Longxing, Emco Dyestuff Pvt Ltd, Hefei TNJ Chemical Industry Co., Ltd., Jinan Qinmu Fine Chemical Co., Ltd., SHANTI CHEMICAL WORKS, and SMC GLOBAL. Companies in the Global Dimethyl Carbonate Market are strengthening their positions by investing in high-purity production technologies, expanding manufacturing capacities, and enhancing R&D for sustainable solutions. Strategic partnerships and acquisitions are being leveraged to access new geographic markets and industrial applications. Businesses focus on marketing initiatives that highlight eco-friendly properties and regulatory compliance, while continuous process innovation ensures cost efficiency and product consistency, helping them maintain a competitive advantage and meet growing demand in battery, pharmaceutical, and chemical sectors.
Comprehensive Market Analysis and Forecast
- Industry trends, key growth drivers, challenges, future opportunities, and regulatory landscape
- Competitive landscape with Porter’s Five Forces and PESTEL analysis
- Market size, segmentation, and regional forecasts
- In-depth company profiles, business strategies, financial insights, and SWOT analysis
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Table of Contents
Chapter 1 Methodology & Scope
Chapter 2 Executive Summary
Chapter 3 Industry Insights
Chapter 4 Competitive Landscape, 2025
Chapter 5 Market Estimates and Forecast, by Grade, 2022-2035 (USD Million) (Kilo Tons)
Chapter 6 Market Estimates and Forecast, by Application, 2022-2035 (USD Million) (Kilo Tons)
Chapter 7 Market Estimates and Forecast, by End Use, 2022-2035 (USD Million) (Kilo Tons)
Chapter 8 Market Estimates and Forecast, by Region, 2022-2035 (USD Million) (Kilo Tons)
Chapter 9 Company Profiles
Companies Mentioned
The companies profiled in this Dimethyl Carbonate market report include:- Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc.
- Tokyo Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.
- UBE Industries Limited
- Merck KGaA
- Aarsha Chemicals Private Limited
- Actylis
- Cymit Química S.L.
- Dongying City Longxing
- Emco Dyestuff Pvt Ltd
- Hefei TNJ Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.
- Jinan Qinmu Fine Chemical Co., Ltd.
- SHANTI CHEMICAL WORKS
- SMC GLOBAL
Table Information
| Report Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| No. of Pages | 210 |
| Published | January 2026 |
| Forecast Period | 2025 - 2035 |
| Estimated Market Value ( USD | $ 1.3 Billion |
| Forecasted Market Value ( USD | $ 2.3 Billion |
| Compound Annual Growth Rate | 5.8% |
| Regions Covered | Global |
| No. of Companies Mentioned | 14 |
