- Mixed xylene, a mixture of three isomers (ortho-xylene, meta-xylene, and para-xylene), is a vital chemical used in solvents, fuel blending, and as a raw material for producing chemicals such as terephthalic acid and phthalic anhydride
- The escalating demand for mixed xylene is driven by its widespread use in the paints and coatings industry, growing chemical manufacturing sectors, and increasing applications in fuel blending due to its high octane rating
- Asia-Pacific dominated the mixed xylene market with the largest revenue share in 2024, attributed to rapid industrialization, large-scale chemical production, and high demand from the paints and coatings sector, particularly in countries such as China and India
- North America is expected to be the fastest-growing region during the forecast period, driven by advancements in chemical manufacturing, increasing demand for high-quality solvents, and expanding applications in the gasoline and petrochemical industries
- The isomer grade segment dominates the largest market revenue share of 70.0% in 2024, driven by its extensive use in the production of para-xylene, a key precursor for polyethylene terephthalate (PET) plastics used in packaging and textiles
