The dual drive of consumption upgrade and technological innovation has opened up multiple value tracks for hydroxyl silicone oil


1.The deep cultivation of high-end consumer demand in the daily chemical sector has become a new engine
Driven by the upgrading of consumption, the application of hydroxyl silicone oil in the cosmetics and personal care fields has been continuously deepened, becoming one of the core driving forces for industry growth. The domestic market size of methylhydroxy silicone oil is expected to reach 15 billion yuan in 2025, with the cosmetics sector accounting for as high as 45%. Due to its excellent softness, smoothness, water resistance and compatibility, it is widely used in skin care products, cosmetics and hair care products. The high-end daily chemical scenarios have strict requirements for product purity and safety, promoting the extension of medical-grade hydroxyl silicone oil into the daily chemical field and further increasing the added value of the products.


2. Biomedical breakthroughs in compatibility technology open up new space
Biocompatibility improvement has become the core direction of technological research and development. Through molecular structure modification and purity optimization, the application of hydroxyl silicone oil in the fields of pharmaceutical intermediates and implantable medical devices has gradually been implemented. At present, the related products have passed the ISO 10993 biocompatibility certification and can be used in high-end drug carriers, medical dressings and other scenarios. It is estimated that the market size of the pharmaceutical intermediate field will reach 2 billion yuan in 2025, with a compound annual growth rate of 12%. With the upgrading of the domestic pharmaceutical industry, the market demand for biomedical grade hydroxyl silicone oil will continue to increase.


3. The explosive demand for new energy has led to the packaging of wiring harnesses becoming an incremental highlight
The rapid development of the new energy vehicle industry has opened up brand-new application scenarios for hydroxyl silicone oil, and its usage in the packaging of power battery wire harnesses and thermal management systems has grown rapidly. Data shows that the consumption of low-viscosity hydroxyl silicone oil in the new energy vehicle sector is expected to reach 23,000 tons in 2025, a 170% increase compared to 2022. It is mainly used to enhance the insulation, heat resistance and shock resistance of wiring harnesses. At the same time, the expansion of the photovoltaic industry has also driven up demand, opening up multiple paths for the application of hydroxyl silicone oil in the new energy field.


4. Green innovation is making efforts to accelerate the commercialization of degradable technologies
The dual carbon goals are driving the industry towards a green and low-carbon transformation. Biodegradable silicone oil has become a cutting-edge research direction. In 2023, the number of related patent applications increased by 84% year-on-year, and the commercialization process of the technology has accelerated. By introducing degradable functional groups and optimizing the synthesis process, enterprises have developed new products that combine performance and environmental protection attributes, which can be widely applied in disposable medical supplies, eco-friendly daily chemicals and other scenarios. At the same time, with the popularization of intelligent production technologies, the penetration rate of digital supply chain management systems will increase from the current 32% to 65% by 2027, promoting cost reduction, efficiency improvement and green upgrading in the industry.