Product Code: 19841
The Global Defoamers Market, valued at USD 3.3 Billion in 2024, is projected to experience a CAGR of 4.96% to reach USD 4.41 Billion by 2030. Defoamers are chemical additives employed to control and eliminate foam in industrial liquid processes, mitigating issues such as reduced efficiency and product defects. The market's expansion is fundamentally driven by the sustained growth of key end-use industries, including pulp and paper, water treatment, paints and coatings, and oil and gas. Increasing industrialization in emerging economies and the rising demand for effective process optimization across various manufacturing sectors further underpin this growth.
| Market Overview |
| Forecast Period | 2026-2030 |
| Market Size 2024 | USD 3.3 Billion |
| Market Size 2030 | USD 4.41 Billion |
| CAGR 2025-2030 | 4.96% |
| Fastest Growing Segment | Paints & Coatings |
| Largest Market | Asia Pacific |
Key Market Drivers
The global defoamers market is significantly influenced by the sustained expansion of diverse end-use industries, which inherently generate demand for foam control solutions. As sectors such as pulp and paper, water treatment, paints and coatings, and oil and gas experience growth, the necessity for defoamers to maintain process integrity and product quality escalates. For instance, according to the National Association of Manufacturers (NAM), in its Q1 2024 Manufacturers' Outlook Survey conducted in February 2024, American manufacturers anticipate 2.2% growth in sales over the coming 12 months, indicating a robust environment for industrial chemical suppliers like defoamer manufacturers.
Key Market Challenges
The global defoamers market experiences a significant constraint on its expansion due to volatile raw material prices. Fluctuations in the cost of essential chemical feedstocks and energy directly translate into higher manufacturing expenses for defoamer producers. This upward trajectory in production costs erodes profit margins for manufacturers, which in turn limits their capacity for reinvestment in research, development, and scaling up production. According to Cefic, European gas prices in the first half of 2024 were 70% above their 2014-2019 average, underscoring the substantial impact of energy costs on the chemical industry.
Key Market Trends
The increasing shift towards bio-based and sustainable defoamer formulations represents a major trend. This move is largely influenced by growing regulatory pressures and heightened consumer awareness regarding environmental impact. Manufacturers are actively exploring renewable raw materials and greener processes to develop eco-friendly defoamers. For instance, Evonik Coating Additives introduced two new defoamers, TEGO Foamex 16 and TEGO Foamex 11, at the American Coatings Show in April 2024, with TEGO Foamex 16 containing 25 percent bio-based material, aiming to reduce the environmental footprint of coatings and inks. The American Chemistry Council (ACC) emphasized in its May 2024 report, "Sustainability Starts with Chemistry," the critical role of the chemical industry in advancing global sustainability efforts, which includes developing innovative, lower-emissions technologies and alternative feedstocks. This trend is pushing the defoamers market towards solutions that offer both performance and a minimized environmental impact.
Key Market Players
- Kemira Oyj
- Air Products and Chemicals, Inc.
- Ashland Inc.
- Elkem ASA
- The Dow Chemical Company
- Evonik Industries AG
- Wacker Chemie AG
- Shin-Etsu Chemical Co., Ltd.
- BASF SE
- Elementis Plc
Report Scope:
In this report, the Global Defoamers Market has been segmented into the following categories, in addition to the industry trends which have also been detailed below:
Defoamers Market, By Product:
- Water based Defoamers
- Oil Based Defoamers
- Silicone Based Defoamers
- Others
Defoamers Market, By Application:
- Paints & Coatings
- Adhesives & Sealants
- Personal Care & Cosmetics
- Agriculture
- Food & Beverages
- Others
Defoamers Market, By Region:
- North America
- United States
- Canada
- Mexico
- Europe
- France
- United Kingdom
- Italy
- Germany
- Spain
- Asia Pacific
- China
- India
- Japan
- Australia
- South Korea
- South America
- Brazil
- Argentina
- Colombia
- Middle East & Africa
- South Africa
- Saudi Arabia
- UAE
Competitive Landscape
Company Profiles: Detailed analysis of the major companies presents in the Global Defoamers Market.
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Table of Contents
1. Product Overview
- 1.1. Market Definition
- 1.2. Scope of the Market
- 1.2.1. Markets Covered
- 1.2.2. Years Considered for Study
- 1.2.3. Key Market Segmentations
2. Research Methodology
- 2.1. Objective of the Study
- 2.2. Baseline Methodology
- 2.3. Key Industry Partners
- 2.4. Major Association and Secondary Sources
- 2.5. Forecasting Methodology
- 2.6. Data Triangulation & Validation
- 2.7. Assumptions and Limitations
3. Executive Summary
- 3.1. Overview of the Market
- 3.2. Overview of Key Market Segmentations
- 3.3. Overview of Key Market Players
- 3.4. Overview of Key Regions/Countries
- 3.5. Overview of Market Drivers, Challenges, Trends
4. Voice of Customer
5. Global Defoamers Market Outlook
- 5.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 5.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 5.2.1. By Product (Water based Defoamers, Oil Based Defoamers, Silicone Based Defoamers, Others)
- 5.2.2. By Application (Paints & Coatings, Adhesives & Sealants, Personal Care & Cosmetics, Agriculture, Food & Beverages, Others)
- 5.2.3. By Region
- 5.2.4. By Company (2024)
- 5.3. Market Map
6. North America Defoamers Market Outlook
- 6.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 6.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 6.2.1. By Product
- 6.2.2. By Application
- 6.2.3. By Country
- 6.3. North America: Country Analysis
- 6.3.1. United States Defoamers Market Outlook
- 6.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 6.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 6.3.1.2.1. By Product
- 6.3.1.2.2. By Application
- 6.3.2. Canada Defoamers Market Outlook
- 6.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 6.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 6.3.2.2.1. By Product
- 6.3.2.2.2. By Application
- 6.3.3. Mexico Defoamers Market Outlook
- 6.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 6.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 6.3.3.2.1. By Product
- 6.3.3.2.2. By Application
7. Europe Defoamers Market Outlook
- 7.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 7.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 7.2.1. By Product
- 7.2.2. By Application
- 7.2.3. By Country
- 7.3. Europe: Country Analysis
- 7.3.1. Germany Defoamers Market Outlook
- 7.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 7.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 7.3.1.2.1. By Product
- 7.3.1.2.2. By Application
- 7.3.2. France Defoamers Market Outlook
- 7.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 7.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 7.3.2.2.1. By Product
- 7.3.2.2.2. By Application
- 7.3.3. United Kingdom Defoamers Market Outlook
- 7.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 7.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 7.3.3.2.1. By Product
- 7.3.3.2.2. By Application
- 7.3.4. Italy Defoamers Market Outlook
- 7.3.4.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 7.3.4.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 7.3.4.2.1. By Product
- 7.3.4.2.2. By Application
- 7.3.5. Spain Defoamers Market Outlook
- 7.3.5.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 7.3.5.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 7.3.5.2.1. By Product
- 7.3.5.2.2. By Application
8. Asia Pacific Defoamers Market Outlook
- 8.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 8.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 8.2.1. By Product
- 8.2.2. By Application
- 8.2.3. By Country
- 8.3. Asia Pacific: Country Analysis
- 8.3.1. China Defoamers Market Outlook
- 8.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 8.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 8.3.1.2.1. By Product
- 8.3.1.2.2. By Application
- 8.3.2. India Defoamers Market Outlook
- 8.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 8.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 8.3.2.2.1. By Product
- 8.3.2.2.2. By Application
- 8.3.3. Japan Defoamers Market Outlook
- 8.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 8.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 8.3.3.2.1. By Product
- 8.3.3.2.2. By Application
- 8.3.4. South Korea Defoamers Market Outlook
- 8.3.4.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 8.3.4.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 8.3.4.2.1. By Product
- 8.3.4.2.2. By Application
- 8.3.5. Australia Defoamers Market Outlook
- 8.3.5.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 8.3.5.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 8.3.5.2.1. By Product
- 8.3.5.2.2. By Application
9. Middle East & Africa Defoamers Market Outlook
- 9.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 9.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 9.2.1. By Product
- 9.2.2. By Application
- 9.2.3. By Country
- 9.3. Middle East & Africa: Country Analysis
- 9.3.1. Saudi Arabia Defoamers Market Outlook
- 9.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 9.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 9.3.1.2.1. By Product
- 9.3.1.2.2. By Application
- 9.3.2. UAE Defoamers Market Outlook
- 9.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 9.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 9.3.2.2.1. By Product
- 9.3.2.2.2. By Application
- 9.3.3. South Africa Defoamers Market Outlook
- 9.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 9.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 9.3.3.2.1. By Product
- 9.3.3.2.2. By Application
10. South America Defoamers Market Outlook
- 10.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 10.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 10.2.1. By Product
- 10.2.2. By Application
- 10.2.3. By Country
- 10.3. South America: Country Analysis
- 10.3.1. Brazil Defoamers Market Outlook
- 10.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 10.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 10.3.1.2.1. By Product
- 10.3.1.2.2. By Application
- 10.3.2. Colombia Defoamers Market Outlook
- 10.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 10.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 10.3.2.2.1. By Product
- 10.3.2.2.2. By Application
- 10.3.3. Argentina Defoamers Market Outlook
- 10.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 10.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 10.3.3.2.1. By Product
- 10.3.3.2.2. By Application
11. Market Dynamics
- 11.1. Drivers
- 11.2. Challenges
12. Market Trends & Developments
- 12.1. Merger & Acquisition (If Any)
- 12.2. Product Launches (If Any)
- 12.3. Recent Developments
13. Global Defoamers Market: SWOT Analysis
14. Porter's Five Forces Analysis
- 14.1. Competition in the Industry
- 14.2. Potential of New Entrants
- 14.3. Power of Suppliers
- 14.4. Power of Customers
- 14.5. Threat of Substitute Products
15. Competitive Landscape
- 15.1. Kemira Oyj
- 15.1.1. Business Overview
- 15.1.2. Products & Services
- 15.1.3. Recent Developments
- 15.1.4. Key Personnel
- 15.1.5. SWOT Analysis
- 15.2. Air Products and Chemicals, Inc.
- 15.3. Ashland Inc.
- 15.4. Elkem ASA
- 15.5. The Dow Chemical Company
- 15.6. Evonik Industries AG
- 15.7. Wacker Chemie AG
- 15.8. Shin-Etsu Chemical Co., Ltd.
- 15.9. BASF SE
- 15.10. Elementis Plc
16. Strategic Recommendations
17. About Us & Disclaimer