Global Trans 1, 2 Dichloroethylene Market 2025 – 2034

Global Trans 1, 2 Dichloroethylene Market was valued at USD 1,286.33 Million in 2025 and is expected to reach USD 1,949.81 Million by 2034, at a CAGR of 4.78% during the Forecast period 2025 – 2034.

Trans 1, 2 Dichloroethylene Market Overview

Trans-1,2-dichloroethylene, also known as trans-1,2-dichloroethene, is an isomer of 1,2-dichloroethylene. It is a colourless chemical compound derived from the chlorinated solvents. They are highly flammable liquids with a sharp and harsh odour. Trans-1,2-dichloroethylene is used as a solvent, in chemical mixtures, and as an intermediate in the production of other chlorinated solvents.

Source: International Organization of Motor Vehicle Manufacturers

Trans 1, 2 Dichloroethylene Market Growth Factors

Growing Demand for the Trans-1,2-Dichloroethylene in Automotive Applications

Automotive industry employs Trans-1,2-Dichloroethylene in the production of parts and assemblies, where it helps in cleaning and preparing surfaces for further processing. The main usages of the various Dichlorinated solvents such as trans-1,2-dichloromethane, are cleaning, degreasing, and as components in paint strippers. They are emerging as effective at removing grease, oil, and other contaminants from metal surfaces, machinery, and equipment.

Furthermore, the growing demand for Trans 1, 2 Dichloroethylene in automotive paint stripping applications is for removing varnish and paint from surfaces. Additionally, the growing usage of the Trans 1, 2 Dichloroethylene is mainly involved in the production of automotive parts through its role in PVC manufacturing.

The demand for the Trans-1,2-Dichloroethylene is mainly increasing in PVC manufacturing due to its excellent durability and resistance to wear and tear. Rapidly expanding automotive industry across the globe due to growing automotive vehicle production and sales is expected to drive the demand for the Trans 1, 2 Dichloroethylene in automotive applications during the forecast period.

The government of India has launched the PM E-DRIVE scheme with a budget of USD 1.30 billion to accelerate the adoption of Electric Vehicles (EVs), establish charging infrastructure, and develop an EV manufacturing ecosystem in India. Similarly, the U.S. government is providing grants to states to distribute to auto suppliers who want to retool their facilities, including a recent USD 22 million award to a partnership in the State of Michigan. Thus, such factors are expected to propel the overall demand and market growth of the automotive industry, thereby boosting the consumption of the Trans 1, 2 Dichloroethylene during the forecast period.

The Increasing Demand for the Trans 1, 2 Dichloroethylene in the Chemical Industry

The growing consumption of the Trans 1,2 in the chemical industry for manufacturing various chemical components is expected to drive the overall market growth during the forecast period. Trans 1,2-Dichloroethane acts as a precursor to vinyl chloride. It is mainly used in the manufacturing of the vinyl products, including those used in automobile upholstery and parts.

The primary use of Trans 1, 2 Dichloroethylene is in the manufacture of PVC, a versatile plastic employed in a vast array of products including pipes, windows, cables, and medical devices. Trans 1, 2 Dichloroethylene is processed and refined to manufacture Vinyl chloride monomer (VCM), which is polymerized to form PVC. This application of the Trans 1,2-Dichloroethane is becoming crucial due to rapidly expanding infrastructure and real estate sectors across the globe.

Furthermore, the Trans 1, 2 Dichloroethylene is a specialty chemical solvent product with unique solvency characteristics and favourable toxicological profile. Various chemical properties, such as fast evaporation, high solvency, low residue and negligible global warming potential, are expected to drive the overall demand for the Trans 1, 2 Dichloroethylene during the forecast period. Thus, the aforementioned applications of the Trans 1, 2 Dichloroethylene finds applications in below mentioned chemical applications and are expected to drive the overall market growth during the forecast period.

Trans 1, 2 Dichloroethylene Market Opportunities 

Increasing Demand for the Trans 1, 2 Dichloroethylene in Solvent Applications

 The Trans 1, 2 Dichloroethylene is regulated as an Ozone Depleting Chemical across the major countries. It is not listed as a hazardous air pollutant, not regulated as a Prop 65 chemical, and not classified as a carcinogen or suspected carcinogen in the US, which in turn boosts its consumption across the many solvents based applications. The growing demand for the Trans 1, 2 Dichloroethylene as a powerful solvent in the textile, automotive, and furniture industries for degreasing, cleaning, and as a component in paint and varnish removers is expected to create lucrative opportunities for the market during the forecast period.

Trans 1, 2 Dichloroethylene can be effectively dissolved in oils, fats, and waxes, supporting industrial cleaning processes and surface preparations. Furthermore, the growing usage of the Trans 1, 2 Dichloroethylene as an intermediate in various chemical syntheses is expected to create lucrative opportunities for the market during the forecast period. The increasing consumption of the Trans 1, 2 Dichloroethylene to manufacture a variety of other chemical compounds, including solvents and intermediates used in the agricultural chemical industry for producing pesticides and herbicides, is expected to create lucrative opportunities for the market during the forecast period.

Trans 1, 2 Dichloroethylene Market Restraints

Side effects of the Trans 1,2-Dichloroethane

Various factors such as side effects associated with the Trans 1,2-Dichloroethane, lack of universal directives pertaining to usage & production, and high cost of the Trans 1,2-Dichloroethane are mainly restraining the overall market growth. The Trans 1,2-Dichloroethane can cause cancer, according to an independent committee of scientific and health experts. Due to growing stringent regulations and increasing health and environmental concerns, its usage is in the in some areas, thereby restraining the overall market growth.

High exposure to the Trans 1,2-Dichloroethane can irritate the nose, throat, and lungs and can cause cancer and failure of kidney and liver. Exposure to a high concentration can cause you to become dizzy, lightheaded and to pass out. Thus, such factors are expected to restrain the overall market growth during the forecast period.

Price Fluctuations in the Trans 1,2-Dichloroethane

The Trans 1,2-Dichloroethane is manufactured by using various raw materials such as ethylene, chlorine gas and catalyst like iron (III) chloride. Furthermore, setting of the new manufacturing facility require the heavy machinery and reactors. The prices of these raw materials and equipment’s fluctuate periodically due to the changing pricing scenario and global economic instability. Thus, such factors are expected to create supply chain disturbances thereby, restraining the overall market growth.

Trans 1, 2 Dichloroethylene Market Segmentation Analysis

Global Trans 1,2-Dichloroethane market is segmented by grade, by application, by end use industry, by formulation, by distribution channel. By Grade, the industrial grade segment dominated the market in 2024 and is expected to keep its dominance during the forecast period. The growing usage of the Trans 1,2 ,2 Dichloroethylene in various industries such as construction, chemicals, paint and varnishes, automotive, electronics, etc., is expected to keep driving the overall consumption during the forecast period.

Furthermore, growing usage of 1,2-dichloroethane in the production of vinyl chloride, which is used for the manufacturing of plastic and vinyl products, including polyvinyl chloride (PVC) pipes, furniture and automobile upholstery, wall coverings, housewares, and automobile parts. Thus, such factors are boosting the overall consumption of the Trans 1,2-Dichloroethane during the forecast period.

Pharmaceutical grade segment is expected to grow at the fastest CAGR during the forecast period. Trans 1,2 Dichloroethane used in modern pharmaceutical applications, was historically employed as a solvent for processing pharmaceutical products. It was also used as a general anesthetic, particularly in ophthalmic surgery.

By end use industries, the automotive industry segment dominated the market in 2024 and is expected to keep its dominance during the forecast period. The rapidly expanding automotive industry coupled with increasing investment in the automotive industry is expected to drive the demand for the Trans 1,2 Dichloroethane is expected to create lucrative opportunities for the market during the forecast period. The growing usage of the Trans 1,2 Dichloroethane in the automotive components manufacturing during the forecast period.

The chemical industry is expected to grow at substantial growth rates during the forecast period owing to the increasing consumption of the Trans 1,2 Dichloroethane in the chemical manufacturing and as chemical intermediates in the various process. Furthermore, rapidly expanding chemical industry across the globe coupled with increasing investment in the chemical industry across the emerging economies is expected to drive the market overall market growth during the forecast period.

Aerospace segment is expected to grow at substantial growth rates during the forecast period owing to the rapidly expanding the air travel industry coupled with increasing investment in the emerging economies such as India, Japan, China, South Africa and other South East Asian countries. In the Aerospace industries the Trans 1,2 Dichloroethane is used in the various cleansing and degreasing parts and components, ensuring they are free from contaminants before assembly or maintenance. Furthermore, growing stringent regulations pertaining to the aerospace industry creating the pressures on aerospace companies to comply with the regulations, thereby driving the demand for various cleansing agents.

By Formulation, the pure solvent segment dominated the market in 2024 and is expected to keep its dominance during the forecast period owing to the growing usage of the Trans 1,2 Dichloroethane derived solvents in the various end-use industries such as pharmaceuticals, paint and coatings, chemical industries and other applications. The 1,2 Dichloroethane based solvents easily dissolve, absorb and dilute the various chemical components without changing their chemical structure. For instance, the 1,2 Dichloroethane derived solvents are widely applied to water-based coatings and the manufacturing of chemical intermediates. In the pharmaceutical industry pure solvents are used in the formulation and production of drugs.

By distribution channel, the market is segmented into direct and indirect sales channels. The Direct sales channels dominated the market in 2024 and is expected to keep its dominance during the forecast period. The direct distribution channel allows consumers and buyers to buy and sale goods directly from the manufacturer. Direct sales channels are used mainly by 1,2 Dichloroethane manufacturers because they are very profitable. An indirect channels segment is expected to grow at substantial growth rates during the forecast period owing emergence of many distributors and suppliers across the globe. In an indirect product, the manufacturer goes through various intermediaries for delivery to the consumer.

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Trans 1 2 Dichloroethylene Market Regional Insight

By Region, the global Trans 1 2 Dichloroethylene market is segmented into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America and Middle East & Africa. Among all of these, the Asia Pacific segment dominated the market in 2024 and is expected to keep its dominance during the forecast period. Various factors such as rapidly expanding end use industries across the region, the presence of the well-established automotive industry in the region and increasing investment in the aerospace industry across the region are mainly driving the market growth of this region.

China held the highest market share in the region due to the increasing production and sales of automobile manufacturing, growing paints and industry across the region and the presence of the well-established supply chain network across the region, which are mainly driving the market growth of this region. For instance, according to the data published by the International Trade Administration, China continues to be the world’s largest vehicle market by both annual sales and manufacturing output, with domestic production expected to reach 35 million vehicles by 2025.

India is expected to hold significant market share in the Asia Pacific region due to the presence of the well-established chemical and automotive industries across the region. Furthermore, supportive government policies such as Make in India, Start-up India, the Production Linked Incentive Scheme (PLI Scheme), and tax incentives to domestic manufacturers are mainly driving the market growth of this region. For instance, according to the All India Aerospace Industry Association, the Indian aerospace & defence (A&D) industry is projected to reach USD 70 billion by 2030, driven by the burgeoning demand for advanced infrastructure and government thrust.

The North America market is expected to grow at fastest during the forecast period. The presence of the major key players in the region, increasing investment in the chemical industry, and the presence of the well established end use industries across the region are mainly driving the market growth of this region. The U.S., Canada and Mexico are mainly boosting the market growth in the region.

The growing production and sales of automotive vehicles coupled with the increasing contracts between the Trans 1, 2 Dichloroethylene manufactures and PVC production facilities and the presence of a well-developed supply chain are mainly driving the market growth of this region. In terms of demand and production, the United States continues to be the major consumer and producer of Trans 1 2 Dichloroethylene in this region. Its various domestic projects in recent years are driving market growth even further.

Europe is expected to hold significant market share during the forecast period owing to the growing industrial activities and positive industrial outlook in European countries, which are further expected to drive the demand for solvents over the estimated period.

Trans 1, 2 Dichloroethylene Market Recent Developments

• In May 2025, PPG Industries, Inc. (PPG) announced that it will invest USD 380 million to build a new aerospace coatings and sealants manufacturing facility in Shelby, N.C. at a 62-acre site. The facility is set to commence in October 2025 and is expected to be completed in the first half of 2027. Through this new expansion the company is aiming to expand its product portfolio and business operations across the globe.

• In April 1, 2025, BASF will increase prices in the United States and Canada for these select diols and derivative products.

• In March 2024, INEOS proposed closing its ethanol plant at its Grangemouth site in Britain in the first quarter of next year, it said on Tuesday. The decision comes after a lengthy review and is the result of a reduction in demand for ethanol in Europe combined with increasing pressure from imports of ethanol from other regions.

Trans 1 2 Dichloroethylene Market Competitive Landscape

The key players operating in Global Trans 1 2 Dichloroethylene Market include;

• Nantong Donggang
• Unistar
• Guizhou Lantian
• Arkema S.A.
• Solvay S.A.
• PPG Industries, Inc.
• 3M Company
• Honeywell International Inc.
• LyondellBasell Industries N.V.
• BASF SE
• Asahi Kasei Corporation
• Shin-Etsu Chemical Co. Ltd.
• Occidental Petroleum Corporation
• Formosa Plastics Corporation
• INEOS Group Holdings S.A.
• Olin Corporation
• Akzo Nobel N.V
• Others

These key players are adopting various growth strategies such as mergers & acquisitions, joint ventures, expansion, strategic alliances, new product launches, etc. to enhance their business operations and revenues.

The Trans 1, 2 Dichloroethylene Market is segmented as follows:

By Grade

• Industrial Grade
• Laboratory Grade
• Pharmaceutical Grade
• Others

By Application

• Solvent in Chemical Manufacturing
• Degreasing Agent in Metal Cleaning
• Intermediate in Synthesis of Other Chemicals
• Adhesives and Sealants
• Polymer Production
• Others

By End-User Industry

• Aerospace
• Automotive
• Electronics
• Pharmaceuticals
• Chemicals
• Textile
• Others

By Formulation

• Pure Solvent
• Aqueous Solutions
• Blended Products

By Distribution Channel

• Direct Sales
• Indirect Sales

Regional Coverage:

North America

• U.S.
• Canada
• Mexico
• Rest of North America

Europe

• Germany
• France
• U.K.
• Russia
• Italy
• Spain
• Netherlands
• Rest of Europe

Asia Pacific

• China
• Japan
• India
• New Zealand
• Australia
• South Korea
• Taiwan
• Rest of Asia Pacific

The Middle East & Africa

• Saudi Arabia
• UAE
• Egypt
• Kuwait
• South Africa
• Rest of the Middle East & Africa

Latin America

• Brazil
• Argentina
• Rest of Latin America