Core Insights - The demand for 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) in China is projected to reach 75,400 tons in 2024, driven by rapid growth in downstream markets such as PTT fibers, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and polyurethanes [1][6] - To meet this increasing demand, China's PDO production capacity is expected to expand to 112,000 tons in 2024, with a production volume of 32,300 tons and a capacity utilization rate of 28.84% [1][6] - PDO is anticipated to find greater applications in new materials and biomedical fields, such as biodegradable plastics and drug carriers, providing new growth opportunities for the industry [1][6] Overview - 1,3-Propanediol (PDO) is a colorless, odorless viscous liquid, soluble in water, alcohol, and ether, widely used as a raw material or intermediate in the cosmetics, polymer, and pharmaceutical industries [2] - The primary use of PDO is as a key monomer for producing high-performance PTT [2] Production Processes - The main industrial production processes for PDO include the hydration of acrolein, hydrogenation, and bio-fermentation, with the first two categorized as chemical methods [3] Market Policies - The Chinese government has issued several policies to support the development of the organic chemical raw materials industry, including guidelines for green innovation and high-quality development in the refining industry [4] Industry Chain - The production of PDO involves two main technical routes: bio-fermentation and chemical synthesis, with upstream suppliers including agricultural products and petroleum derivatives [5] - PTT fibers account for over 60% of the downstream consumption of PDO in China, indicating a robust market for PDO driven by the textile and engineering plastics sectors [5] Current Development - The PDO market in China is experiencing sustained growth due to the rapid development of downstream markets, with a projected demand of 75,400 tons in 2024 [6] - The PDO production capacity is expected to reach 112,000 tons in 2024, with a production volume of 32,300 tons [6] Competitive Landscape - The global PDO market has seen an increase in capacity from 113,000 tons/year to 194,000 tons/year, primarily driven by new capacity in China [8] - Major players in the Chinese PDO market include Huaheng Biological Technology Co., Ltd. and Guangdong Qingda Zhixing Biotechnology Co., Ltd., with Huaheng holding the largest market share at 44.64% [8][9] Future Trends - Both bio-engineering and chemical synthesis methods will continue to receive investment for research and development, focusing on improving production efficiency and reducing costs [10] - The increasing demand for sustainable chemicals and stricter environmental regulations are expected to drive the production and consumption of bio-based PDO, leading to a greener industry transition [10]