The global surfactants market is estimated to register a high CAGR during the forecast period, between 2021 and 2028. Surfactants are substances that reduce the surface tension of two liquids or a liquid and a solid. It aids in increasing the fluid's wetting qualities. Surfactants are hydrophilic and hydrophobic organic compounds that allow oil molecules to dissolve in water. Their features such as paints, emulsion, adhesives, detergency, wettability, biocides (sanitizers), dispersion stability, inks, and foam/froth generation make them useful in a variety of sectors.
Market Trends, Drivers, Restraints, and Opportunities:
- Increasing demand for items like hand sanitizer as a result of COVID-19 has driven the market.
- The natural cosmetics trend has fuelled innovation in the surfactant sector.
- The widespread usage of surfactants in household detergents is fuelling the market.
- Rising awareness about personal hygiene and lifestyles is driving product demand as one of the main ingredients.
- Rising preference for green surfactants made from agricultural raw materials and waste biomass is propelling the market.
- Technological barriers that cause issues with commercial manufacturing of bio-surfactants are expected to hamper the market growth.
- The cost of raw materials is variable due to environmental concerns, and the price of crude oil is likely to hinder the market.
- Surfactants market benefit from a large customer base, growing personal care market, high demand for usage in home detergents, and increased demand from the agriculture sector.
Scope of the report:
The report on surfactants market includes an assessment of the market, size, share, trends, segments, and regional markets. Overview and dynamics have been included in the report.
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Report Title
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Surfactants Market - Global Industry Analysis, Growth, Share, Size, Trends, and Forecast
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Base Year
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2020
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Historic Data
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2018 & 2019
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Forecast Period
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2021–2028
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Segmentation
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Types (Amphoteric surfactants, Cationic Surfactants [Quaternary Ammonium Compounds, and Others], Anionic Surfactants [Alcohol Ethoxy Sulfates (AES), Alpha Olefin Sulfonates (AOS), Methyl Ester Sulfonates (MES), Secondary Alkane Sulfonate (SAS), Sulfosuccinates, Linear Alkylbenzene Sulfolane (LAS or LABS), and Others]Non-ionic Surfactants [Alkyl Phenol Ethoxylates (APE), Fatty Alcohol Ethoxylates (FAE), Fatty Acid Esters, and Others], Silicone Surfactants, and Others), Applications (Adhesives, Agricultural Chemicals, Food Processing, Industrial & Institutional Cleaners, Household Detergents, Paints & Coatings, Personal Care, Plastics, Oilfield Chemicals, Textiles, and Others)
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Regional Scope
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Asia Pacific, North America, Europe, Latin America, and Middle East & Africa
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Report Coverage
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Market scope, analysis, share, competitive analysis, growth facts, restraints, opportunities, and revenue forecast
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Key Players Covered
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Clariant AG; Dow, Inc.; Lonza Group AG; Croda International Plc.; Huntsman International LLC; BASF SE; Evonik Industries AG; Kao Corporation; Nouryon; and Stepan Company
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Surfactants Market Segment Insights:
The anionic surfactants segment is projected to hold significant market share
Based on types, the surfactants market can be segmented into amphoteric surfactants, cationic surfactants, anionic surfactants, non-ionic surfactants, silicone surfactants, and others. The cationic surfactants are bifurcated into quaternary ammonium compounds, and others. The anionic surfactants are further fragmented into alcohol ethoxy sulfates (AES), alpha olefin sulfonates (AOS), methyl ester sulfonates (MES), secondary alkane sulfonate (SAS), sulfosuccinates, linear alkylbenzene sulfolane (LAS or LABS), and others. The non-ionic surfactants are classified as alkyl phenol ethoxylates (APE), fatty alcohol ethoxylates (FAE), fatty acid esters, and others. The anionic surfactants segment is projected to hold a significant market share owing to increased demand for linear alkyl benzene, which is utilized in cleaning goods and detergents. When combined with a base, anionic produces a large volume of foam, making it a popular ingredient in detergent and cleaning solutions. Non-ionic are often low-foaming and non-foaming agents, making them excellent for use in emulsifying oils. Another element boosting its demand is the increased awareness of the importance of cleaning and hygiene.
The household detergents segment is anticipated to account for a substantial share
On the basis of applications, the market is segregated into adhesives, agricultural chemicals, food processing, industrial & institutional cleaners, household detergents, paints & coatings, personal care, plastics, oilfield chemicals, textiles, and others. The household detergents segment is anticipated to account for a substantial share. Surfactants are found in a variety of goods, including laundry detergents, dishwashing detergents, dishwashing soaps, laundry, floor cleaners, and carpet cleaners. They are even used in household cleaning solutions to remove dirt, oil, grime, and other undesirable particles from dishes and fabric surfaces. The pandemic has raised consumer hygiene awareness, which has led to increased use of consumer products, rising product demand. Consumption of appealing and tasty food and beverage items has increased as a result of lifestyle changes and increased awareness about the importance of quality food.
North America is expected to dominate the market
In terms of regions, the surfactants market is categorized as Asia Pacific, North America, Europe, Latin America, and Middle East & Africa. North America is expected to dominate the market. Surfactant prices in North America are high due to the use of bio-based surfactants and the requirement to import raw materials from countries such as Thailand and Malaysia. The market is being driven by increasing number of manufacturers of bio-based surfactants as a result of the region's viable economic condition.
Segments
By Types
- Amphoteric surfactants
- Cationic Surfactants
- Quaternary Ammonium Compounds
- Other
- Anionic Surfactants
- Alcohol Ethoxy Sulfates (AES)
- Alpha Olefin Sulfonates (AOS)
- Methyl Ester Sulfonates (MES)
- Secondary Alkane Sulfonate (SAS)
- Sulfosuccinates
- Linear Alkylbenzene Sulfolane (LAS or LABS)
- Others
- Non-ionic Surfactants
- Alkyl phenol ethoxylates (APE)
- Fatty alcohol ethoxylates (FAE)
- Fatty Acid Esters
- Others
- Silicone Surfactants
- Others
By Applications
- Adhesives
- Agricultural Chemicals
- Food Processing
- Industrial & Institutional Cleaners
- Household Detergents
- Paints & Coatings
- Personal Care
- Plastics
- Oilfield Chemicals
- Textiles
- Others
By Regions
- North America
- Europe
- Latin America
- Asia Pacific
- Middle East & Africa
By Key Players
- Clariant AG
- Dow, Inc.
- Lonza Group AG
- Croda International Plc.
- Huntsman International LLC
- BASF SE
- Evonik Industries AG
- Kao Corporation
- Nouryon
- Stepan Company
Competitive Landscape
Key players in the surfactants market include Clariant AG; Dow, Inc.; Lonza Group AG; Croda International Plc.; Huntsman International LLC; BASF SE; Evonik Industries AG; Kao Corporation; Nouryon; and Stepan Company. These players are actively engaged in several market development activities including collaborations, agreements, mergers & acquisitions, production capacity expansion, new product launches, and partnerships to increase their market share.
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