Market overview
The global pyrolysis catalysts market is worth USD 179 mn in 2026 and is forecast to reach USD 557 mn by 2036, growing at a 12.0% CAGR. China is the largest country market and Zeolites (ZSM-5 and FCC-type) is the largest by catalyst segment.
| Scope | Catalysts used in catalytic pyrolysis of waste plastics, scrap tyres and biomass: zeolites, clays and metal oxides, and supported metals. |
|---|---|
| Industry | Chemicals and Materials |
| Value 2025 | USD 160 mn |
| Value 2026 | USD 179 mn |
| Value 2036 | USD 557 mn |
| CAGR 2026-2036 | 12.0% |
| Volume 2026 | 10,030 tonnes |
| Volume 2036 | 29,636 tonnes |
| Average price 2026 | USD 17,870 per tonne |
| Report price | Starts from USD 1,999 |
| Published | November 2026 |
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Pyrolysis Catalysts market size and forecast, 2026-2036
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| Year | Market value |
|---|---|
| 2026 | USD 179 mn |
| 2027 | USD 201 mn |
| 2028 | USD 225 mn |
| 2029 | USD 252 mn |
| 2030 | USD 282 mn |
| 2031 | USD 316 mn |
| 2032 | USD 354 mn |
| 2033 | USD 396 mn |
| 2034 | USD 444 mn |
| 2035 | USD 497 mn |
| 2036 | USD 557 mn |
Pyrolysis Catalysts market segmentation
By catalyst
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| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zeolites (ZSM-5 and FCC-type) | 44.0% | 48.8% | USD 79 mn | 13.2% |
| Clays and metal oxides | 26.0% | 22.0% | USD 47 mn | 10.2% |
| Supported metals | 16.0% | 16.2% | USD 29 mn | 12.2% |
| Spent FCC and other waste catalysts | 14.0% | 13.0% | USD 25 mn | 11.2% |
By feedstock
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| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plastic waste | 42.0% | 48.0% | USD 75 mn | 13.5% |
| Waste tyres | 24.0% | 21.0% | USD 43 mn | 10.5% |
| Biomass | 24.0% | 23.0% | USD 43 mn | 11.5% |
| Other | 10.0% | 8.0% | USD 18 mn | 9.5% |
By pyrolysis process
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluidised bed | 36.0% | 38.0% | USD 65 mn | 12.6% |
| Fixed bed | 24.0% | 20.0% | USD 43 mn | 10.0% |
| Rotary kiln and auger | 20.0% | 20.0% | USD 36 mn | 12.0% |
| Microwave and other | 20.0% | 22.0% | USD 36 mn | 13.1% |
By catalyst form
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Powder | 38.0% | 34.0% | USD 68 mn | 10.8% |
| Pellets and extrudates | 36.0% | 36.0% | USD 65 mn | 12.0% |
| Coated monolith and structured | 14.0% | 17.0% | USD 25 mn | 14.2% |
| Slurry and other forms | 12.0% | 13.0% | USD 22 mn | 12.9% |
By customer type
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chemical recycling operators | 40.0% | 44.0% | USD 72 mn | 13.1% |
| Fuel and oil producers | 26.0% | 22.0% | USD 47 mn | 10.1% |
| Tyre recyclers | 20.0% | 20.0% | USD 36 mn | 12.0% |
| Research and pilot plants | 14.0% | 14.0% | USD 25 mn | 12.0% |
Top 25 countries for pyrolysis catalysts by revenue
Countries are ranked by revenue earned from sales in the country, not by where the product is made. The ten largest hold 80.0% of 2026 revenue and the 25 countries below together hold 94.0%.
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| # | Country | Value 2026 | Share 2026 | Value 2036 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | China | USD 43 mn | 24.0% | USD 141 mn | 12.6% |
| 2 | United States | USD 25 mn | 14.0% | USD 76 mn | 11.7% |
| 3 | Germany | USD 14 mn | 8.0% | USD 40 mn | 10.7% |
| 4 | India | USD 13 mn | 7.0% | USD 49 mn | 14.6% |
| 5 | South Korea | USD 13 mn | 7.0% | USD 38 mn | 11.7% |
| 6 | United Kingdom | USD 9.0 mn | 5.0% | USD 27 mn | 11.5% |
| 7 | Japan | USD 9.0 mn | 5.0% | USD 23 mn | 9.8% |
| 8 | Thailand | USD 7.2 mn | 4.0% | USD 26 mn | 13.6% |
| 9 | Spain | USD 5.4 mn | 3.0% | USD 15 mn | 10.8% |
| 10 | France | USD 5.4 mn | 3.0% | USD 15 mn | 10.8% |
| 11 | Netherlands | USD 5.0 mn | 2.8% | USD 16 mn | 12.3% |
| 12 | Belgium | USD 4.0 mn | 2.2% | USD 11 mn | 11.0% |
| 13 | Italy | USD 3.3 mn | 1.8% | USD 9.2 mn | 11.0% |
| 14 | Poland | USD 2.6 mn | 1.5% | USD 8.4 mn | 12.2% |
| 15 | Canada | USD 2.1 mn | 1.2% | USD 6.1 mn | 10.9% |
| 16 | Indonesia | USD 1.7 mn | 1.0% | USD 5.5 mn | 12.2% |
| 17 | Malaysia | USD 1.4 mn | 0.8% | USD 4.5 mn | 12.3% |
| 18 | Australia | USD 1.1 mn | 0.6% | USD 3.2 mn | 10.9% |
| 19 | Taiwan | USD 0.91 mn | 0.5% | USD 2.6 mn | 11.1% |
| 20 | Turkey | USD 0.75 mn | 0.4% | USD 2.1 mn | 10.9% |
| 21 | Brazil | USD 0.61 mn | 0.3% | USD 1.9 mn | 12.3% |
| 22 | Finland | USD 0.48 mn | 0.3% | USD 1.4 mn | 11.1% |
| 23 | Sweden | USD 0.39 mn | 0.2% | USD 1.1 mn | 10.9% |
| 24 | Vietnam | USD 0.32 mn | 0.2% | USD 1.0 mn | 12.0% |
| 25 | Austria | USD 0.27 mn | 0.1% | USD 0.72 mn | 10.4% |
| Rest of world | USD 11 mn | 6.0% | USD 33 mn | 11.8% |
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Competitive landscape
Group 1: Global leaders
- BASF
- W. R. Grace
- Albemarle
- Honeywell UOP
Group 2: Regional and specialist players
- Clariant
- Johnson Matthey
- Zeolyst International
- Tosoh
Group 3: Emerging and niche players
- Anellotech
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 pyrolysis catalysts 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 12.0% is calculated from the resulting values.
The market is divided by catalyst, by feedstock, by pyrolysis process, by catalyst form, by customer type. 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 pyrolysis catalysts market?
The global pyrolysis catalysts market is estimated at USD 160 mn in 2025 and USD 179 mn in 2026.
How fast will the pyrolysis catalysts market grow?
It is forecast to reach USD 557 mn by 2036, a compound annual growth rate of 12.0% from 2026, an increase of USD 377 mn.
Which country is the largest market for pyrolysis catalysts?
China is the largest market by revenue at USD 43 mn in 2026, 24.0% of the global total. The three largest countries together hold 46.0%.
Which country is growing fastest?
Among the ten largest markets, India is growing fastest at 14.6% a year from 2026 to 2036.
Which pyrolysis catalysts segment is largest?
In the by catalyst split, Zeolites (ZSM-5 and FCC-type) is the largest segment with 44.0% of 2026 revenue.
Who are the leading pyrolysis catalysts companies?
Global leaders include BASF, W. R. Grace, Albemarle, Honeywell UOP.
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