실리콘 그리스 시장 - 예측(2026-2031년)

Silicone Grease Market is projected to expand at a 5.66% CAGR, achieving USD 1.622 billion in 2031 from USD 1.166 billion in 2025.

Silicone grease is a high-performance, translucent lubricant formulated from silicone oil thickened with silica or similar agents. Its defining characteristics-wide temperature stability (-50 °C to +250 °C in many grades), extremely low volatility, oxidation resistance, and physiological inertness-make it the material of choice where conventional hydrocarbon greases fail. Two primary variants dominate industrial use: high-thermal-conductivity transfer compounds and NSF-certified water-potable grades. Application scope spans automotive assemblies, oil & gas downhole and topside equipment, electrical connectors, valves, seals, and general industrial machinery.

Silicone Grease Market Growth Drivers

Automotive production continues to serve as a robust volume driver. Silicone grease is specified for lubrication and dielectric protection of rubber bushings, O-rings, brake components, battery terminals, spark-plug boots, and numerous electrical connectors. Its non-melting behavior and resistance to washout ensure long-term performance in under-hood and under-vehicle environments. The parallel push for lightweighting and electrification has expanded usage in sensor seals, cooling-system interfaces, and high-voltage connector assemblies. Sustained global vehicle output, particularly in the commercial and passenger segments, directly translates into recurring demand across OEM and aftermarket channels.

The oil & gas sector represents a second high-margin growth pillar. Deep-drilling, subsea, and refinery operations expose lubricants to extreme pressures, temperatures, and aggressive chemical environments. Silicone grease is widely employed on drill-bit bearings, thread compounds, valve stems, and subsea control-pod connectors where hydrocarbon lubricants would degrade or contaminate production fluids. With global oil consumption and production both registering measurable increases in 2023, upstream and midstream capital programs continue to drive consumption of high-specification silicone compounds.

Silicone Grease Market Geographical Outlook

Asia-Pacific maintains clear regional leadership and is expected to extend its share through the forecast period. The region combines the world's largest automotive production base with aggressive expansion of refining and petrochemical capacity. Concurrent investments in new assembly plants and downstream facilities create overlapping demand from both transportation and energy end-markets. Established local compounding capability, coupled with proximity to raw polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS) production, further reinforces competitive cost structures and supply-chain resilience.

From a technical standpoint, formulators are responding to evolving specifications with enhanced formulations. Recent developments include higher thermal-conductivity grades (>4 W/m*K) for EV battery thermal-interface applications, low-outgassing variants for vacuum and clean-room environments, and extended-life compounds incorporating advanced anti-wear additives while preserving silicone's inherent non-corrosive profile. Water-potable certifications remain critical for certain valve and plumbing applications, while dielectric grades with controlled volume resistivity are increasingly specified in high-voltage traction systems.

Industry participants anticipate continued segmentation along performance lines: commodity automotive assembly greases will track vehicle production volumes, whereas specialty high-temperature and food-grade compounds will command premium pricing in energy and processing environments. Supply-chain participants able to offer regionally tailored grades with short lead times and regulatory compliance (REACH, NSF, FDA incidental contact) are best positioned to capture share.

In conclusion, the silicone grease market benefits from non-discretionary demand in two structurally expanding sectors-transportation and hydrocarbons-centered in the fastest-growing economic region. Its unique combination of thermal, chemical, and electrical properties ensures continued specification as operating conditions become more severe and reliability requirements more stringent.

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Report Coverage:

• Historical data from 2021 to 2025 & forecast data from 2026 to 2031
• Growth Opportunities, Challenges, Supply Chain Outlook, Regulatory Framework, and Trend Analysis
• Competitive Positioning, Strategies, and Market Share Analysis
• Revenue Growth and Forecast Assessment of segments and regions including countries
• Company Profiling (Strategies, Products, Financial Information), and Key Developments among others.

Market Segmentation:

• By Type
• Thermal Transfer Grease
• Water Potable Silicone Grease
• By Thickener Type
• Amorphous Fumed Silica
• Powdered Polytetrafluorethylene (PTFE)
• By Application
• Manufacturing
• Oil & Gas
• Chemical
• Automotive
• Others
• By Geography
• North America
• USA
• Canada
• Mexico
• South America
• Brazil
• Argentina
• Others
• Europe
• Germany
• France
• United Kingdom
• Spain
• Others
• Middle East and Africa
• Saudi Arabia
• UAE
• Others
• Asia Pacific
• China
• India
• Japan
• South Korea
• Indonesia
• Thailand
• Others

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

2. MARKET SNAPSHOT

• 2.1. Market Overview
• 2.2. Market Definition
• 2.3. Scope of the Study
• 2.4. Market Segmentation

3. BUSINESS LANDSCAPE

• 3.1. Market Drivers
• 3.2. Market Restraints
• 3.3. Market Opportunities
• 3.4. Porter's Five Forces Analysis
• 3.5. Industry Value Chain Analysis
• 3.6. Policies and Regulations
• 3.7. Strategic Recommendations

4. TECHNOLOGICAL OUTLOOK

5. SILICONE GREASE MARKET BY TYPE

• 5.1. Introduction
• 5.2. Thermal Transfer Grease
• 5.3. Water Potable Silicone Grease

6. SILICONE GREASE MARKET BY THICKENER TYPE

• 6.1. Introduction
• 6.2. Amorphous Fumed Silica
• 6.3. Powdered Polytetrafluorethylene (PTFE)

7. SILICONE GREASE MARKET BY APPLICATION

• 7.1. Introduction
• 7.2. Manufacturing
• 7.3. Oil & Gas
• 7.4. Chemical
• 7.5. Automotive
• 7.6. Others

8. SILICONE GREASE MARKET BY GEOGRAPHY

• 8.1. Introduction
• 8.2. North America
  • 8.2.1. USA
  • 8.2.2. Canada
  • 8.2.3. Mexico
• 8.3. South America
  • 8.3.1. Brazil
  • 8.3.2. Argentina
  • 8.3.3. Others
• 8.4. Europe
  • 8.4.1. Germany
  • 8.4.2. France
  • 8.4.3. United Kingdom
  • 8.4.4. Spain
  • 8.4.5. Others
• 8.5. Middle East and Africa
  • 8.5.1. Saudi Arabia
  • 8.5.2. UAE
  • 8.5.3. Others
• 8.6. Asia Pacific
  • 8.6.1. China
  • 8.6.2. India
  • 8.6.3. Japan
  • 8.6.4. South Korea
  • 8.6.5. Indonesia
  • 8.6.6. Thailand
  • 8.6.7. Others

9. COMPETITIVE ENVIRONMENT AND ANALYSIS

• 9.1. Major Players and Strategy Analysis
• 9.2. Market Share Analysis
• 9.3. Mergers, Acquisitions, Agreements, and Collaborations
• 9.4. Competitive Dashboard

10. COMPANY PROFILES

• 10.1. 3M
• 10.2. Avantor Inc.
• 10.3. CHT Group
• 10.4. Clearco Products Inc.
• 10.5. Petrelplus Inc.
• 10.6. Dow Inc.
• 10.7. Jiujiang Deep Sea Technology Development Co. Ltd
• 10.8. Wacker Chemie AG
• 10.9. DuPont de Nemours, Inc
• 10.10. Henkel AG & CO.

11. APPENDIX

• 11.1. Currency
• 11.2. Assumptions
• 11.3. Base and Forecast Years Timeline
• 11.4. Key Benefits for the Stakeholders
• 11.5. Research Methodology
• 11.6. Abbreviations