Market overview
The global kerosene market is worth USD 309 bn in 2026 and is forecast to reach USD 407 bn by 2036, growing at a 2.8% CAGR. United States is the largest country market and Jet kerosene is the largest by grade segment.
| Scope | Kerosene-grade fuel sold for aviation (jet fuel), heating, lighting and cooking, valued at refinery and wholesale prices. |
|---|---|
| Industry | Oil and Gas |
| Value 2025 | USD 300 bn |
| Value 2026 | USD 309 bn |
| Value 2036 | USD 407 bn |
| CAGR 2026-2036 | 2.8% |
| Volume 2026 | 3,444 million barrels |
| Volume 2036 | 4,318 million barrels |
| Average price 2026 | USD 89.7 per barrel |
| Report price | Starts from USD 1,999 |
| Published | November 2026 |
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Kerosene market size and forecast, 2026-2036
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| Year | Market value |
|---|---|
| 2026 | USD 309 bn |
| 2027 | USD 318 bn |
| 2028 | USD 327 bn |
| 2029 | USD 336 bn |
| 2030 | USD 345 bn |
| 2031 | USD 355 bn |
| 2032 | USD 365 bn |
| 2033 | USD 375 bn |
| 2034 | USD 385 bn |
| 2035 | USD 396 bn |
| 2036 | USD 407 bn |
Kerosene market segmentation
By grade
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| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jet kerosene | 86.0% | 62.0% | USD 266 bn | -0.5% |
| Illuminating and heating kerosene | 11.0% | 5.6% | USD 34.0 bn | -3.9% |
| Sustainable and bio-based kerosene | 3.0% | 32.4% | USD 9.3 bn | 30.4% |
By end use
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| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Commercial aviation | 72.0% | 76.5% | USD 222 bn | 3.4% |
| Military and general aviation | 10.0% | 8.7% | USD 30.9 bn | 1.4% |
| Residential heating and cooking | 12.0% | 9.5% | USD 37.1 bn | 0.4% |
| Industrial and other | 6.0% | 5.2% | USD 18.5 bn | 1.4% |
By sulphur level
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Under 15 ppm | 30.0% | 40.0% | USD 92.7 bn | 5.8% |
| 15 to 500 ppm | 38.0% | 36.0% | USD 117 bn | 2.2% |
| Above 500 ppm | 32.0% | 24.0% | USD 98.9 bn | -0.1% |
By sale format
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bulk wholesale | 52.0% | 52.0% | USD 161 bn | 2.8% |
| Packaged retail | 18.0% | 14.0% | USD 55.6 bn | 0.2% |
| Into-plane contracts | 30.0% | 34.0% | USD 92.7 bn | 4.1% |
By supply process
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Straight-run | 56.0% | 50.0% | USD 173 bn | 1.6% |
| Hydrocracked | 30.0% | 32.0% | USD 92.7 bn | 3.5% |
| Bio-based and synthetic | 14.0% | 18.0% | USD 43.3 bn | 5.4% |
Top 25 countries for kerosene by revenue
Countries are ranked by revenue earned from sales in the country, not by where the product is made. The ten largest hold 64.0% of 2026 revenue and the 25 countries below together hold 89.2%.
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| # | Country | Value 2026 | Share 2026 | Value 2036 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | United States | USD 64.9 bn | 21.0% | USD 76.2 bn | 1.6% |
| 2 | China | USD 43.3 bn | 14.0% | USD 64.8 bn | 4.1% |
| 3 | India | USD 15.4 bn | 5.0% | USD 28.1 bn | 6.2% |
| 4 | Japan | USD 12.4 bn | 4.0% | USD 13.0 bn | 0.5% |
| 5 | United Kingdom | USD 12.4 bn | 4.0% | USD 15.1 bn | 2.0% |
| 6 | United Arab Emirates | USD 12.4 bn | 4.0% | USD 17.5 bn | 3.5% |
| 7 | Germany | USD 9.3 bn | 3.0% | USD 11.0 bn | 1.7% |
| 8 | Brazil | USD 9.3 bn | 3.0% | USD 12.6 bn | 3.1% |
| 9 | France | USD 9.3 bn | 3.0% | USD 11.0 bn | 1.7% |
| 10 | Russia | USD 9.3 bn | 3.0% | USD 10.2 bn | 0.9% |
| 11 | South Korea | USD 9.0 bn | 2.9% | USD 11.8 bn | 2.8% |
| 12 | Iran | USD 8.5 bn | 2.7% | USD 11.1 bn | 2.8% |
| 13 | Canada | USD 7.7 bn | 2.5% | USD 10.1 bn | 2.8% |
| 14 | Italy | USD 7.0 bn | 2.3% | USD 7.8 bn | 1.1% |
| 15 | Pakistan | USD 6.4 bn | 2.1% | USD 10.5 bn | 5.1% |
| 16 | Spain | USD 5.8 bn | 1.9% | USD 6.5 bn | 1.1% |
| 17 | Saudi Arabia | USD 5.3 bn | 1.7% | USD 6.9 bn | 2.7% |
| 18 | Indonesia | USD 4.8 bn | 1.6% | USD 6.3 bn | 2.8% |
| 19 | Turkey | USD 4.4 bn | 1.4% | USD 5.7 bn | 2.8% |
| 20 | Australia | USD 4.0 bn | 1.3% | USD 5.2 bn | 2.7% |
| 21 | Egypt | USD 3.6 bn | 1.2% | USD 4.8 bn | 2.8% |
| 22 | Mexico | USD 3.3 bn | 1.1% | USD 4.3 bn | 2.7% |
| 23 | Bangladesh | USD 3.0 bn | 1.0% | USD 4.9 bn | 5.1% |
| 24 | Nigeria | USD 2.7 bn | 0.9% | USD 4.5 bn | 5.1% |
| 25 | Thailand | USD 2.5 bn | 0.8% | USD 3.3 bn | 2.8% |
| Rest of world | USD 33.4 bn | 10.8% | USD 44.1 bn | 2.8% |
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Competitive landscape
Group 1: Global leaders
- ExxonMobil
- Shell
- BP
- TotalEnergies
- Chevron
- Sinopec
- PetroChina
Group 2: Regional and specialist players
- Indian Oil
- Reliance Industries
- Valero
- Marathon Petroleum
- Saudi Aramco
- Phillips 66
- Petrobras
- Eni
- Lukoil
- Idemitsu Kosan
Group 3: Emerging and niche players
- Neste
- Repsol
- ENEOS
- Hindustan Petroleum
- Bharat Petroleum
- Cosmo Energy
Research methodology
Every figure on this page comes from the research framework that we apply to all of the markets we cover. The 2025 base for the kerosene market is built from the volume sold and the price that buyers pay, and is cross-checked against the size of the wider industry the market belongs to. Where a market can be sized in more than one way, the routes are compared before a figure is set.
The forecast runs year by year from the 2025 base to 2036. Growth in each year reflects demand from the industries that buy the product, adoption of new technology, pricing, regulation and replacement cycles. Volume and price are modelled together, so revenue in each year equals volume multiplied by average price. The 2026 to 2036 compound annual growth rate of 2.8% is calculated from the resulting values.
The market is divided by grade, by end use, by sulphur level, by sale format, by supply process. The 25 largest countries are ranked by revenue earned from sales to buyers in each country, not by where the product is made. Segment values and country values add up to the market total in every year, and every report is checked for consistency before it is published.
Companies are placed in three groups: global leaders, regional and specialist players, and emerging and niche players. The groups describe how companies compete in the market. They are not a ranking and they are not market shares.
Our analysts also carry out primary research. Customized reports add interviews with key opinion leaders, such as senior executives, technical specialists and buyers, to test the assumptions behind the numbers for the question being asked.
Frequently asked questions
How big is the kerosene market?
The global kerosene market is estimated at USD 300 bn in 2025 and USD 309 bn in 2026.
How fast will the kerosene market grow?
It is forecast to reach USD 407 bn by 2036, a compound annual growth rate of 2.8% from 2026, an increase of USD 98.3 bn.
Which country is the largest market for kerosene?
United States is the largest market by revenue at USD 64.9 bn in 2026, 21.0% of the global total. The three largest countries together hold 40.0%.
Which country is growing fastest?
Among the ten largest markets, India is growing fastest at 6.2% a year from 2026 to 2036.
Which kerosene segment is largest?
In the by grade split, Jet kerosene is the largest segment with 86.0% of 2026 revenue.
Who are the leading kerosene companies?
Global leaders include ExxonMobil, Shell, BP, TotalEnergies.
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