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Amphoteric surfactants are molecules with dual acidic and alkaline characteristics, making them surface-active agents. These surfactants exhibit a range of properties, including cleaning, foaming, emulsifying, solubilizing, low toxicity, and biodegradability.
The primary products in the category of amphoteric surfactants include betaine, amine oxide, amphoacetate, amphopropionates, and sultaines. Betaine, classified as a non-ionic surfactant, is particularly noteworthy for its effective cleansing properties. Derivatives of betaine are commonly utilized as key components in various applications, such as the production of liquid soap and pharmaceutical shampoos. Additionally, betaine serves as a versatile agent, functioning as a foam stabilizer, detoxifier, and viscosity modifier. These amphoteric surfactants are derived from both synthetic and natural sources and find applications in diverse industries, including personal care, home care, oilfield chemicals, and agrochemicals.
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The amphoteric surfactants market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $4.4 billion in 2024 to $4.73 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.5%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growth in personal care industry, rising awareness of sustainable products, increased use in home care products, advancements in formulation chemistry, increase in consumer spending.
The amphoteric surfactants market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $6.83 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.6%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to rise in demand for green products, growing popularity of natural cosmetics, demand for high-performance textile softeners, focus on sustainable agriculture, expansion of specialty shampoo market. Major trends in the forecast period include customized formulations for specific applications, focus on biodegradability and sustainability, R&D for improved performance, regulatory compliance and safety standards, partnerships and collaborations.
The increasing focus on personal health and hygiene practices is anticipated to be a driving force behind the expansion of the amphoteric surfactants market. Personal hygiene has taken center stage, particularly due to the impact of the pandemic, prompting a surge in the usage of personal care products globally and consequently escalating the demand for amphoteric surfactants. Moreover, the growing economy and higher disposable incomes have further propelled the need for enhanced hygiene and personal care commodities. According to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, approximately 70% of the global population relied on essential hygiene services in 2020. Additionally, projections by the US Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) suggest a consistent 5.4% annual increase in national health spending between 2019 and 2028. These factors underscore the rising awareness and emphasis on hygiene and personal health, driving the amphoteric surfactant market.
The increasing demand in the agricultural sector is expected to drive the growth of the amphoteric surfactants market. The agricultural sector involves the production, processing, and distribution of food, fiber, and other products derived from plants and animals. Amphoteric surfactants play a crucial role in enhancing the effectiveness of pesticides and fertilizers by improving their wetting, spreading, and penetration on plant surfaces. For example, in July 2024, the Economic Survey 2023-24 presented to Parliament highlighted the resilience of India's agricultural sector, which experienced an average annual growth rate of 4.18% over the past five years. Provisional estimates for 2023-24 indicate that food grain production remains strong, despite minor fluctuations due to climatic factors, reflecting stable demand for agricultural outputs. As a result, the rising demand in the agricultural sector is expected to propel the growth of the amphoteric surfactants market.
Innovative product development stands out as a prominent trend shaping the landscape of the amphoteric surfactants market. Key players in this sector are actively investing in research and development endeavors to introduce sustainable bio-based surfactants, aiming to secure a competitive edge. An illustrative case is BASF, a prominent chemical enterprise based in Germany, which unveiled Plantapon Soy in March 2022. This bio-based anionic surfactant, derived from soy protein, showcases sustainability benefits and is crafted from non-GMO soybeans and coconut oil. Notably suitable for vegan formulations and complying with natural cosmetic standards, this innovation illustrates the market's growing trend towards sustainable and bio-derived surfactants.
Major companies in the amphoteric surfactants market are increasingly forming strategic partnerships and collaborations with start-ups and mid-sized companies to expand their product offerings and services. These partnerships enable companies to broaden their product portfolios and extend their geographical reach. For example, in October 2024, LanzaTech, a US-based carbon recycling company, partnered with Dow, a US-based chemical company, to develop sustainable amphoteric surfactants for carbon capture and utilization. This collaboration aims to create innovative technologies that convert waste carbon into valuable products, reducing industrial emissions and promoting circular economy practices in sectors such as chemicals, plastics, and packaging.
In August 2022, Kensing LLC, a specialty chemical manufacturing company situated in the United States, acquired Evonik Corporation's amphoteric surfactants and specialty esters manufacturing businesses, the financial terms of which remain undisclosed. This strategic acquisition positions Kensing LLC at the forefront of high-purity anionic surfactants while expanding its presence in the realms of personal care and home care chemicals. The acquisition further enriches Kensing LLC's offerings, empowering its clientele with a broader array of low-detergency products and enhanced service alternatives. Evonik Corporation, headquartered in Germany, is a renowned manufacturer of specialty chemicals, including amphoteric surfactants.
Major companies operating in the amphoteric surfactants market are BASF SE, Clariant International Ltd., Croda International PLC, Evonik Industries AG, Lonza Group Ltd., The Lubrizol Corporation, Stepan Company, Oxiteno S.A. Industria e Comercio, Solvay SA, Pilot Chemical Company, Huntsman Corporation, The Dow Chemical Company, DuPont de Nemours Inc., EOC Group, Kao Corporation, Akzo Nobel N.V., Colonial Chemical Inc., Inolex Inc., Sasol Ltd., NOF Corporation, Kuala Lumpur Kepong Berhad group, Stockmeier Group, Galaxy Surfactants Ltd., Enaspol AS, Jarchem Industries Inc., Miwon Commercial Co. Ltd., Sino-Japan Chemical Co. Ltd., Zschimmer & Schwarz GmbH & Co. KG, Lubrizol Advanced Materials Inc., KCI Limited, Shanghai Fine Chemical Co. Ltd., Guangzhou DX Chemical Co. Ltd.
Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the amphoteric surfactants market share in 2024. The regions covered in the amphoteric surfactants market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.
The countries covered in the amphoteric surfactants market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
The amphoteric surfactants market consists of sales of alkylamidopropylamine n-oxide, alkyldimethylamine n-oxide, oxyneurine, amphitol 20ab, miranol cm and miranol c-2m. Values in this market are 'factory gate' values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.
The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).
The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.
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