Diesel Exhaust Fluid Market, By Component (SCR Catalyst, DEF Tank, DEF Injector, DEF Supply Module, DEF Sensor, and Others), By Supply Modes (Cans & Bottles, Intermediate Bulk Containers (IBC), Bulk, and Others), By Vehicle Type (Passenger, Commercial, Light Commercial Vehicles, and Heavy Commercial Vehicles), By End-use (OEM and Aftermarket), By Geography (North America, Latin America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa)

Published In : Apr 2024

Code : CMI1263

Pages :118

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Industry : Energy

Regional Analysis

Diesel Exhaust Fluid Market Regional Insights

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North America has established itself as the dominant region in the global diesel exhaust fluid market with 34.4% of the market share in 2024. With stringent environmental regulations implemented by the U.S. EPA and Environment Canada mandating the use of Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) systems in diesel vehicles and equipment, the adoption of diesel exhaust fluid or DEF has been widespread. Major auto manufacturers like Ford, GM, and Fiat Chrysler have standardized urea-based DEF injection systems across their diesel product lines to meet Tier 3 and Tier 4 emission norms. Furthermore, the presence of leading DEF producers such as Yara International, CF Industries, and BASF along with a robust retail distribution network ensures reliable supply and pricing stability for customers in the region.

The Asia Pacific region has emerged as the fastest growing market for diesel exhaust fluid globally. Rapid industrialization and infrastructure development have augmented the sales of diesel commercial vehicles, construction equipment, and gensets. Nations with fast expanding economies like India, China, Indonesia, and Vietnam are witnessing major capital expenditures in road and rail projects, special economic zones, ports, etc., substantially increasing the demand for diesel-powered machineries and trucks. At the same time, these countries are striving to curb air pollution in highly populated urban locales by enforcing Euro emission standards on new diesel registrations, necessitating the deployment of DEF technologies. While setting up bulk storage and retail DEF dispensing stations is a work in progress, many Asian nations have gained self-sufficiency in urea manufacturing which augurs well for supply security. With established marine and land trade routes, Asia Pacific is also an important importer as well as exporter of DEF to other territories across the world.