Chemical And Petrochemical International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) Market Global Report 2026

The chemical and petrochemical international electrotechnical commission (IEC) market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $210.95 billion in 2025 to $226.17 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.2%. The growth during the historic period was driven by growing adoption of international electrical safety standards in industrial facilities, increasing investments in chemical and petrochemical infrastructure development, rising need for reliable power distribution systems in processing plants, expanding implementation of electrical compliance requirements across industrial operations, and increasing demand for standardized equipment certification and testing services.

The chemical and petrochemical international electrotechnical commission (IEC) market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $294.14 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.8%. The growth during the forecast period can be attributed to increasing deployment of IEC-compliant automation solutions in chemical and petrochemical facilities, rising demand for advanced safety instrumented systems in hazardous environments, growing integration of smart electrical equipment for industrial reliability, expanding adoption of connected monitoring solutions for electrical infrastructure, and increasing focus on energy-efficient and sustainable industrial electrical systems. Key trends expected during the forecast period include increasing adoption of IEC-compliant electrical standards across chemical and petrochemical facilities, growing demand for standardized electrical safety solutions in hazardous industrial environments, rising implementation of global compliance frameworks for industrial electrical systems, expanding use of advanced electrical protection equipment for operational reliability, and increasing focus on certification and inspection services for chemical and petrochemical infrastructure.

The expansion of petrochemical production is expected to drive the growth of the chemical and petrochemical international electrotechnical commission (IEC) market in the coming years. Petrochemical production refers to the industrial process of transforming crude oil or natural gas feedstocks into chemical products, including ethylene, propylene, and other essential building blocks used in the production of plastics, synthetic materials, and various industrial chemicals. The expansion of petrochemical production is being driven by increasing global demand for plastics and polymers, which are extensively utilized in everyday applications such as packaging, containers, automotive components, textiles, and construction materials. The chemical and petrochemical international electrotechnical commission (IEC) supports efficient petrochemical production by providing globally accepted standards for electrical systems, automation, and safety, improving operational reliability, process efficiency, and equipment compatibility across complex industrial facilities. For instance, in May 2024, according to Zero Carbon Analytics, a UK-based nonprofit organization, oil demand for petrochemical feedstocks is projected to contribute approximately 40% of total oil demand growth between 2022 and 2028. Therefore, the expansion of petrochemical production is driving the growth of the chemical and petrochemical international electrotechnical commission (IEC) market.

The expansion of industrial automation is expected to drive the growth of the chemical and petrochemical international electrotechnical commission (IEC) market in the coming years. Industrial automation refers to the growing adoption of automated manufacturing processes powered by robotics, control systems, and digitally controlled sensor-based technologies to execute industrial operations with limited human involvement. Industrial automation is increasing due to the demand for improved productivity, as it enables faster production cycles, minimizes human errors, and enhances resource utilization. The expansion of industrial automation strengthens the chemical and petrochemical international electrotechnical commission (IEC) landscape by driving the implementation of standardized control systems, safety frameworks, and interoperable electrical equipment across complex industrial operations. For instance, in September 2024, according to the World Robotics 2024 report published by the International Federation of Robotics, a Germany-based non-profit organization, the operational stock of industrial robots reached 4,281,585 units in factories globally, reflecting a 10% year-on-year increase. Annual installations also exceeded 500,000 units for the third consecutive year, with Asia accounting for 70% of newly deployed robots in 2023, followed by Europe at 17% and the Americas at 10%. Therefore, the expansion of industrial automation is driving the growth of the chemical and petrochemical international electrotechnical commission (IEC) market.

Major companies operating in the chemical and petrochemical international electrotechnical commission (IEC) market are concentrating on developing advanced solutions, including next-generation globe-type control valves, to enhance process efficiency, safety, and operational performance. Next-generation globe-type control valves are advanced flow regulation devices designed to precisely manage pressure and fluid flow in industrial processes through improved materials, intelligent automation features, and enhanced efficiency compared to conventional valve designs. For instance, in October 2025, Azbil Corporation, a Japan-based automation technology provider, introduced its 6000 Series of control valves for petroleum refining, petrochemical, and chemical industries, with complete compliance with the International Electrotechnical Commission IEC 60534 standard. The newly launched valve series incorporates a CFD-based optimized design to improve flow control performance and stability while enabling productivity improvements throughout the plant lifecycle. Additionally, the series reduces equipment footprint, decreases installation and maintenance expenses, and minimizes spare parts inventory requirements, addressing the increasing industry demand for efficient, standardized, and globally compliant process automation solutions.

Major companies operating in the chemical and petrochemical international electrotechnical commission (iec) market are Siemens AG, Honeywell International Inc., ABB Ltd., Schneider Electric SE, Mitsubishi Electric Corporation, Emerson Electric Co., Hitachi Ltd., Rockwell Automation Inc., Eaton Corporation, Yokogawa Electric Corporation, Endress+Hauser Group, Bosch Rexroth AG, Danfoss A/S, Phoenix Contact GmbH & Co. KG, Pepperl+Fuchs SE, Flowserve Corporation, WAGO Kontakttechnik GmbH & Co. KG, Belden Inc., HIMA Paul Hildebrandt GmbH, Banner Engineering Corp., Hans Turck GmbH & Co. KG, Balluff GmbH, R. STAHL AG, VEGA Grieshaber KG, Omron Corporation, HARTING Stiftung & Co. KG.

North America was the dominating region in the chemical and petrochemical international electrotechnical commission (IEC) market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the rapidly growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the chemical and petrochemical international electrotechnical commission (IEC) market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.

The countries covered in the chemical and petrochemical international electrotechnical commission (IEC) market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The chemical and petrochemical international electrotechnical commission (IEC) market consists of revenues earned by entities by providing services such as electrical system design, automation system integration, safety auditing, certification support, inspection, testing, and maintenance. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The chemical and petrochemical international electrotechnical commission (IEC) market also includes sales of IEC-compliant electrical equipment, automation systems, sensors, switchgear, and motors. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is, the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

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