Rising adoption of defoamers from various end-use industries such as pulp & paper, wastewater treatment, paint & coatings and others to increase work efficiency by reducing foam formation are the prime factors driving the market growth. Properties of defoamers such as low viscosity, high affinity towards the air-liquid surface and ability to diffuse on a foamy surface have widened its application areas. Moreover, development of eco-friendly defoamers by key players owing to rising health concerns is increasing its penetration within end-use industries.
As per the latest report added by Value Market Research, the Global Defoamer Market was valued at USD 3,144.5 MN in 2017 and is projected to reach USD 4,301.0 MN by 2024, with a CAGR of 4.6%.
BY APPLICATION, PULP AND PAPER LED THE SEGMENT
Pulp and paper has dominated the application segment and is presumed to reach USD XX.X MN by end of 2024. Use of defoamer to reduce paper breakage, minimizing energy consumption & increasing work efficiency of paper machine is fueling the segment growth. Also, ability to minimizing drainage issues along with suppression of microbial growth is driving the segment growth.
BY TYPE, SILICONE-BASED DEFOAMERS DOMINATED THE SEGMENT
Silicone-based defoamers led the product type owing to greater shelf-life, actively reacts with compounds, insoluble in nature & low surface tension are the factors driving the segment growth. The segment is anticipated to reach USD XX.X MN by the end of the year 2024. Rising application of silicone based defoamers within chemical, paint & coatings, food & beverages & other industries are boosting the product demand.
ASIA PACIFIC DOMINATED THE REGIONAL MARKET
Asia Pacific is leading the regional defoamers market and is expected to reach USD XX.X MN by 2024. Owing to growing construction and paint & coating industry to meet the demand of rising population in emerging countries like India & China are driving the regional market. Also, market entry of new manufacturers and rising need of wastewater treatment will fuel the market growth.
KEY PLAYERS OF THE MARKET
Bluestar Silicones France SAS, BASF SE, Dow Corning Corporation, Air Products and Chemicals, Inc., Ashland Inc., Kemira Oyj, Evonik Industries AG, Wacker Chemie AG, Elementis plc, Clariant Chemicals Company, Eastman Chemical Company, Synalloy Chemicals and Trans-Chemco, Inc. are the prominent players of the defoamers market.
As per this study the global Defoamers market was valued USD 7.5 MN (by revenue) in 2021 and is anticipated to reach USD 10.84 MN by 2028 with a CAGR of 5.4%. By volume, the market was estimated at XX KT in 2021 and is expected to reach XX KT by 2028 with a CAGR of XX%.
A defoamer is a chemical compound, which is used to prevent foam formation and/or eliminates the existing foam. Defoamer's insolubility in the liquid and its high surface activity makes it unique for its applications. The surface-active nature of defoamers allows them to spread rapidly on the foamy surface in the form of fine droplets just as emulsifiers. Their particles break the foam lamella (bubble boundary) causing the bubbles to burst, hence clearing the froth or foam from the liquid surface. Defoamers are classified as oil based, powder based, water based, silicone based, EO/PO based and alkyl polyacrylates. Depending on the type of defoamer, it has its industrial application.
Defoamers are used in processing of industrial waste, manufacturing of bloating preventing drugs, manufacturing of dishwasher (as they require controlled foam), processing of various food items (like chicken nuggets as they can be used to reduce unwanted effusion or effervescence), in oil drilling and petroleum production, as a lubricating agent in manufacturing processes like oil cutting tools, and textile industry. Defoamers are available in wide varieties and their choice depends on the type of formulating liquid and the end application.
Market Dynamics
Rapidly growing paper and pulp industry along with growing demand for water treatment chemical are projected to be one of the key trends spurring the market growth. The industry is expected to gain significant traction in the near future with owing to increased demand form paints & coatings, construction, and other industrial applications. On the other side, rising health concerns and stringent government regulations regarding environment-friendly defoamers may hamper the market growth.
This detailed market study is centered on the data obtained from multiple sources and is analyzed using numerous tools including porter's five forces analysis, market attractiveness analysis and value chain analysis. These tools are employed to gain insights of the potential value of the market facilitating the business strategists with the latest growth opportunities. Additionally, these tools also provide a detailed analysis of each application/product segment in the global market of defoamers.
Market Segmentation
The broad defoamers market has been sub-grouped into type and application. The report studies these subsets with respect to the geographical segmentation. The strategists can gain a detailed insight and devise appropriate strategies to target specific market. This detail will lead to a focused approach leading to identification of better opportunities.
By Type
- Water-based Defoamers
- Oil-based Defoamers
- Silicone-based Defoamers
- Others
By Application
- Pulp and Paper
- Water Treatment
- Paints and Coatings
- Food and Beverages
- Others
Regional Analysis
Furthermore, the report comprises of the geographical segmentation which mainly focuses on current and forecast demand for defoamers in North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and Middle East & Africa. The report further focuses on demand for individual application segments in all the regions.
Global Defoamers Market Share by Region (Representative Graph)
The report also covers detailed competitive landscape including company profiles of key players operating in the global market. The key players in the defoamers market includes BASF, Cognis Group, Crusader Chemicals, Dow Chemical Co., and Nalco Co. An in-depth view of the competitive outlook includes future capacities, key mergers & acquisitions, financial overview, partnerships, collaborations, new product launches, new product developments and other developments with information in terms of H.Q.
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