Biofuel Enzymes Market Size, Share, Industry, Forecast and Outlook (2024-2031)

Global Biofuel Enzymes Market is Segmented By Application (Biodiesel, Starch/Corn Based Ethanol, Lignocellulosic Ethanol), By Product(Amylases, Industrial Lipases, Others), and by Region (North America, Latin America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East, and Africa) – Share, Size, Outlook, and Opportunity Analysis, 2024-2031

Biofuel Enzymes Market Overview

Global Biofuel Enzymes market is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 6.4% during the forecast period 2024-2031.

It is anticipated that increased awareness among consumers of biodiesel additives and the auto industry's continued growth, will promote market expansion.

Due to the increasing need for biodiesel, biofuel enzymes are widely used in the industry. Since it is a cleaner fuel, biodiesel has replaced diesel worldwide. Other than nitrogen oxides, it emits fewer air pollutants and greenhouse gases. As the cost of petroleum-based products rises, biodiesel is becoming a more affordable alternative to petroleum-based fuel. 

Biofuel Enzymes Market Scope

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Biofuel Enzymes Market Dynamics

Growing Demand for Ethanol

Owing to the increased desire for greater efficiency and specificity, the market for biofuel enzymes is expected to experience explosive growth. The expanding market for biofuel enzymes has been significantly influenced by expanding government regulations and rising environmental concerns for legislation on biofuel blending. The demand for biofuel enzymes will grow globally as bio-based ethanol and biodiesel increase. 

The market for biofuel enzymes is predicted to proliferate as consumers switch to ethanol manufacturing using cellulases.  For instance, the U.S. was the world's largest ethanol producer in 2021, producing 55% of the global total. The EU represents about 5% of the global market, falling 27% short of Brazil. India saw a large increase in production, but the Renewable Fuels Association estimates that no other country had a share of more than 3% in 2021.

Growing Environmental Concerns and Government Efforts to Blend Biofuels

Global demand for biofuel enzymes is primarily driven by escalating ecological concerns and rising government attempts to produce a blend of biofuels. Due to the approaching depletion of nonrenewable resources and the advantages they offer to the environment, biofuels are preferred for the future. Environmental safety concerns have led manufacturers to manufacture ethanol from more environmentally friendly sources.

For instance, the U.S. government supports businesses that produce ethanol with less energy by employing eco-friendly techniques. To address the shortage, steps were taken to boost ethanol production capacity, which resulted in an expansion of the biofuel enzymes market. Since more people are using bio-based ethanol and biodiesel, which lowers fuel costs and reduces carbon dioxide emissions, the market for biofuel enzymes is growing.  

Biofuel Enzymes Market Segmentation Analysis

The Global Biofuel Enzymes Market is segmented based on product, application and region.

Rising Preference for Biodiesel over Conventional Fuels 

With the increasing preference for conventional fuels in automotive and power generation applications, biodiesel is predicted to dominate the application segment. 2022 it is projected to account for about 40% of the segment's market share. The ability of biodiesel to meet existing engine requirements in automobiles is projected to affect product demand positively. 

Government laws encouraging cleaner fuels from different countries are also expected to drive market growth. For instance, trials for the use of biodiesel in smelter operations were successfully completed in 2022 by Vedanta-controlled Bharat Aluminium Co. Ltd. (Balco). The company heated the "ladles" that transport hot metal in its molten condition from its potlines to cast homes with biodiesel.

Source: DataM Intelligence Analysis (2023)

Biofuel Enzymes Market Geographical Share

The Rising Ethanol Output and Government Support

North America is predicted to hold approximately 1/3rd of the market share during the forecast period. Due to expanding ethanol production in the U.S. and burgeoning biofuel consumption in Canada, it is also anticipated to grow at the quickest rate during the projected period. With an average annual production of 13.9 million gallons (or 53 million litres) of ethanol for both domestic use and as a transportation fuel, the U.S. leads in both categories. 

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) said in 2022 that it had allocated USD 700 million to help producers of biofuels who endured unexpected market losses due to the COVID-19 epidemic lower expenses and sustain them. Funds are being made available through the Biofuel Producer Programme, which was established as part of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act (CARES Act). 

Source: DataM Intelligence Analysis (2023)

Biofuel Enzymes Market Players

The major global players include AB Enzymes GmbH, Codexis Inc., Du Pont De Nemours & Co., Logen Corporation, NextCAT Inc., Noor Creations, Novozymes A/S, Royal DSM NV, Verenium Corporation and Agrivida, Inc.

COVID-19 Impact on Biofuel Enzymes Market

COVID Impact

The epidemic has brought up the significance of sustainability and carbon emission reduction. A new emphasis on renewable energy sources, such as biofuels, has arisen from it. The generation of biofuels from biomass requires the use of biofuel enzymes and the market has benefited from the increased focus on sustainability. 

For example, after growing by about 4% annually from 2010 to 2019, the production of biofuels fell drastically in 2020 as a result of the pandemic along with lockdowns that reduced fuel consumption for all means of transportation. According to the International Energy Agency (IEA), the global production of ethanol and biodiesel dropped 11.6% to 146 billion litres.

AI Impact

Artificial intelligence (AI) has the potential to have a major effect on the global market for biofuel enzymes in a variety of ways. Huge volumes of genomic and proteomic data may be analysed by AI systems to identify and forecast enzyme functions. The efficiency of biofuel manufacturing processes can be increased by using it to help in the discovery and design of novel biofuel enzymes with improved performance and choice.

AI has enormous potential for enzyme design. The development of enzymes that can catalyse innovative chemical processes could open up fresh possibilities for the synthesis of vital chemicals, medicines and materials. Additionally, AI can assist in improving the functionality of currently used enzymes, making them more effective and affordable for industrial applications.

Russia-Ukraine War Impact

Due to Russia's substantial role in the global supply of natural gas and fertilisers, as well as both Russia and Ukraine's considerable contributions to the sale of grains and oilseeds to international markets, the war has had a significant impact on the global energy landscape. The world's supply of biofuel enzymes was impacted by the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine. 

The flow of raw materials and enzymes required for the synthesis of biofuel was hampered by the conflict between Russia and Ukraine. The region's agricultural sector disruptions had an influence on the supply and cost of agricultural crops used as feedstock for the production of biofuels, such as maize and wheat, which in turn had an effect on the market for biofuel enzymes.

The Global Biofuel Enzymes Market Report Would Provide Approximately 54 Tables, 48 Figures and 205 Pages.