The lithium grease market has seen considerable growth due to a variety of factors.
• In recent years, there has been a robust growth in the lithium grease market. Its size is projected to escalate from $3.21 billion in 2024 to $3.39 billion in 2025, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.6%.
Factors contributing to this growth in the historical period include the burgeoning automotive industry, increased utilization of industrial machinery and equipment, the energy sector's expansion, heightened awareness surrounding the advantages of high-quality lubricants, and the burgeoning transportation sector.
The lithium grease market is expected to maintain its strong growth trajectory in upcoming years.
• The market size of lithium grease is projected to undergo substantial growth in the coming years, rising to $4.17 billion by 2029 with a CAGR of 5.3%.
The anticipated expansion during the forecast period can be linked to several factors such as the growth of the farming sector, expansion in the mining industry, the aerospace sector's increased need for specific lubricants, the rising production of consumer electronics, and the surge in global construction activities. Key trends expected within the forecast period encompass advances in lubricant formulae, strides in environmentally friendly formulae, improvements in additive technology, an escalating trend towards synthetic lithium greases, and the integration of nanotechnology into lithium grease formulae.
The expansion of the lithium grease market is anticipated to be fueled by the increasing growth of the automotive industry. This industry, which is centered on the design, production, marketing, and selling of automobiles, is witnessing an upwards trend due to numerous elements including urbanization, economic expansion, and infrastructural advancement. Lithium grease acts as an important agent in lubricating automotive parts, reducing the effects of friction and wear, thereby increasing their lifespan and ensuring efficient operation. Its resilience to varying temperatures and resistance to water safeguard auto parts from severe conditions, rust, and corrosion. For instance, Statistics Canada, a government agency, reported that as of June 2024, the total registered road motor vehicles in Canada in 2022 reached 26.3 million, marking a 0.3% rise from 2021. Thus, the escalating automotive industry is a major driving force behind the growth of the lithium grease market.
The lithium greasemarket covered in this report is segmented –
1) By Type: General Purpose, Automobile Type, Extreme Pressure Type
2) By Source: Simple, Complex
3) By Application: Building And Construction, Household, Automotive And Transportation, Industrial Machinery, Other Applications
Subsegments:
1) By General Purpose Lithium Grease: Standard Lithium Grease, Multi-Purpose Lithium Grease, Lithium Complex Grease, NLGI Grade 2 Lithium Grease
2) By Automobile Type Lithium Grease: Automotive Wheel Bearing Grease, Automotive Chassis Grease, Grease for Car Engines, Lithium Grease for Steering Systems
3) By Extreme Pressure Type Lithium Grease: EP Lithium Grease for Industrial Applications, Heavy Duty Lithium Grease, EP Lithium Grease for Gear Systems, High-Load Bearing Lithium Grease
Leading participants in the lithium grease market are channeling their efforts into the creation of innovative goods like lithium soap-thickened greases. These advancements seek to enhance protection in extreme conditions and cater to the evolving demands of varied industries. The lithium soap-thickened grease has gained recognition due to its mechanical stability, water resistance, and high-temperature durability. As an example, FUCHS, a German lubricants company, introduced their RHEOLUBE 460P series in May 2024. This series, essentially PFAS-free PAO greases thickened with lithium soap, presents a sustainable substitute for traditional fluorinated lubricants. These products incorporate cutting-edge additives that enhance lubrication, decrease friction thus increasing efficiency, and deliver superior performance in frigid conditions, while maintaining consistent stability and lubrication, specifically in automotive use-cases.
Major companies operating in the lithium grease market are:
• Exxon Mobil Corporation
• China Petroleum & Chemical Corporation
• TotalEnergies SE
• Chevron Corporation
• Phillips 66 Company
• Idemitsu Kosan Co. Ltd.
• Illinois Tool Works Inc.
• Quaker Chemical Corporation
• Valvoline Inc.
• Petro-Canada Lubricants Inc.
• Castrol Limited
• WD-40 Company
• Lucas Oil Products Inc.
• Gulf Oil International Ltd.
• CRC Industries Inc.
• AMSOIL INC.
• Penrite Oil Co Pty Ltd.
• Lubriplate Lubricants Company
• Putoline Oil B.V.
• Sudheimer Car Technik-Vertriebs GmbH
• B'laster LLC,Motul India Pvt. Ltd
Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the lithium grease market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the lithium grease market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.