The global biocides market is expected to reach USD 11.88 billion by 2030, anticipated to grow at a CAGR of 4.2% during the forecast period, as per the new report by Grand View Research, Inc. The growth is attributed to high demand from I&I cleaning and food industry, where they are largely used to control microbial contamination. They find application in disinfecting food containers, surfaces or pipes used in food logistics and more. Increasing innovations by various multinationals to expand their product portfolio as well as minimize hazard caused by biocides shall lead to broader consumption of the product over the coming years.

Biocides find substantial application in coating and printing industry since the paints & coatings products are often subject to microbial attack which eventually leads to degradation. Biocides are utilized in the industry vividly in product formulations to make the paints & coatings resistant of bacteria, algae, fungi and other microbes from growing on the painted surface. The biocides added to the paint formulator not only inhibit microbial growth over the painted surface during the summer, but also after the paint has dried. The demand for biocides in above mentioned end-use application has increased as a result of the rising use of water-based paints and coatings.

Biocides has been in use in various water treatment applications, wherein it is utilized for water disinfection purposes. Countries such as the U.S., Germany, Italy, and France, among others have been utilizing various biocide compositions for drinking water treatment applications as well as for disinfecting other commonly used water sources such as water tanks and swimming pools due to their cost-effectiveness, easy availability, safe utilization, and effective disinfecting properties.

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Detailed Segmentation:

Product Insights

Halogen compounds dominated the market with the highest revenue share of 25.0% in 2022. This is attributable to use of halogens such as fluorine, chlorine, and iodine as bases in biocide compositions. Another iodine-based substance called iodophor increases the stability and biocidal potency of iodine. One of the most widely utilized halogens is chlorine due to its potent antibacterial and oxidizing capabilities, which make it ideal for use in municipal drinking water plants and wastewater treatment facilities, among other places.

End-use Insights

Paints & coatings segment dominated market with the highest revenue share of 26.3 % in 2022. This is attributable to high utilization of the product in marine coating application, as the painted surface is majorly exposed to humid and water. Water-borne paints & coatings, require the application of biocides significantly. However, competition from other paints & coatings segments such as powder coatings and solvent-borne coatings that do not require in-can preservation project challenges for the water-borne paints & coatings and thus, to the market.

Regional Insights

The Asia Pacific region dominated the market with the highest revenue share of 36.5% in 2022. This is attributed to many factors such as the increased manufacturing of disinfectants, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic, and high demand for application specific cleaning products.

Disinfectants used in industrial, commercial or residential applications demand antimicrobial agents with efficient activities. This has considerably boasted the demand for cost-effective and efficient biocide active ingredients. Pulp & paper is expected to witness a rise in demand for biocides supported by the growing high-end paper production, extensive recycling and tighter regulations regarding the effluent discharges from pulp & paper industry.

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Key Companies & Market Share Insights

The presence of many multinational players in the market has resulted in high competition. Both backward and forward integration is observed among manufacturers, or formulators in the supply chain. As a part of their long term strategy companies are focusing on opening subsidiaries and also focusing on end to end integration throughout the supply chain.

Forward & backward integration strategies can also prove fruitful as companies look to increase their control over the value chain. In the industrial consumer segment, companies are developing capabilities in terms of brands that cater to specific application segments. Companies have also looked at establishing capabilities in terms of partnerships with end-user companies to exert control over the value chain. 

Some of the key players in global biocides market are mentioned below:

• Troy Corporation

• Chemtreat, Inc.

• Neogen Corporation

• Finoric LLC

• Shanghai Zhongxin Yuxiang Chemicals Co. Ltd.

• Iro Group Inc.

• Hubei Jinghong Chemicals Co. Ltd.

• Wuxi Honor Shine Chemical Co. Ltd.

• Albemarle Corporation

• Lubrizol

• BASF SE

• Solvay SA

• Lanxess AG

Biocides Market Segmentation

Grand View Research has segmented the global biocides market on the basis of product, end-use, and region:

Biocides Product Outlook (Volume, Kilotons; Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)

• Halogen Compounds

• Metallic Compounds

• Organosulfur

• Organic Acids

• Quaternary Ammonium Compounds

• Phenolic

• Nitrogen

• Glutaraldehyde

Biocides End-use Outlook (Volume, Kilotons; Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)

• Water Treatment

• Food and Beverage

• Personal Care

• Wood Preservation

• Paints and Coatings

• Plastics

• HVAC

• Boilers

• Oil and Gas

• Fuels

• Pulp and Paper

• Cleaning Products

Biocides Regional Outlook (Volume, Kilotons; Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)

• North America

o U.S.

o Canada

o Mexico

• Europe

o Germany

o UK

o France

o Spain

o Italy

• Asia Pacific

o China

o India

o Japan

o South Korea

• Central & South America

o Brazil

o Argentina

• Middle East & Africa

o Saudi Arabia

o South Africa

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