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Global Water Treatment Chemicals Market Size is valued at USD 38.3 Bn in 2024 and is predicted to reach USD 57.1 Bn by the year 2034 at a 4.2% CAGR during the forecast period for 2025-2034.
Key Industry Insights & Findings from the Report:
The water treatment chemicals industry is a rapidly growing industry that provides a range of products and services to improve water quality and safety for various applications, including drinking water, industrial processes, and wastewater treatment.
Growing demand for sustainable and innovative water treatment solutions, rising demand for natural and bio-based water treatment chemicals as consumers seek safer and eco-friendly alternatives to synthetic chemicals, and increasing adoption of advanced water treatment technologies such as membrane filtration, reverse osmosis, and ultraviolet (UV) are the major drivers of the water treatment chemicals market expansion.
However, stringent regulations and compliance requirements, increasing competition from alternative water treatment technologies, fluctuating raw material prices and supply chain disruptions, growing concerns over the environmental impact of water treatment chemicals, and limited adoption in developing regions due to high costs and lack of infrastructure are some of the major restraints that are limiting the water treatment chemicals market growth.
The water treatment chemicals market is segmented based on type, application, end-use industry, and source. On the basis of type, the market is categorized into corrosion inhibitors, scale inhibitors, biocides & disinfectants, coagulants & flocculants, chelating agents, anti-foaming agents, PH adjusters and stabilizers and others. Based on application, the market is categorized into boiler water treatment, cooling water treatment, raw water treatment, water desalination and others. Based on the end-use industry, the market is segmented into residential, commercial and industrial. Based on source, the market is categorized into synthetic and bio-based.
The synthetic segment category is expected to hold a major share of the global water treatment chemicals market. Synthetic water treatment chemicals are manufactured through chemical synthesis and used in various water treatment applications. These chemicals are preferred over natural water treatment chemicals due to their higher effectiveness, purity, and consistency in performance. Synthetic water treatment chemicals such as coagulants, flocculants, biocides, and disinfectants are widely used in various end-use industries, including municipal, power, oil & gas, and mining. The growing demand for clean water from these industries is expected to drive the growth of the synthetic water treatment chemicals market. Additionally, the development of innovative and sustainable synthetic water treatment chemicals by key players is expected to further boost the growth of this segment in the coming years.
The raw water treatment segment is expected to grow rapidly in the water treatment chemicals market due to increasing demand for clean and safe water from various end-use industries such as municipal, power, oil & gas, and mining. Raw water treatment involves the removal of impurities such as suspended solids, bacteria, viruses, and dissolved minerals from the water before it is used for various applications. The use of water treatment chemicals such as coagulants, flocculants, and disinfectants is crucial in achieving effective raw water treatment. With the growing demand for water treatment chemicals in the raw water treatment segment, key players are investing in developing innovative and sustainable products to cater to the increasing demand. Additionally, stringent government regulations related to water quality and safety are expected to drive the growth of the raw water treatment segment in the water treatment chemicals market.
Asia Pacific region is expected to dominate the water treatment chemicals market position in the forthcoming years, driven by rapid industrialization, increasing population, and growing demand for clean water. The region is home to some of the world's most dense countries, including China and India, experiencing high demand for water treatment chemicals to address water pollution and ensure safe drinking water. Additionally, many key regional players are expected to drive market growth. Other factors contributing to the Asia Pacific water treatment chemicals market growth include government initiatives to promote water conservation and the development of innovative and sustainable water treatment technologies.
In addition, the largest market share belonged to North America. In North America's North Dakota and West Texas regions, technological advancement in hydraulic fracturing has led to increased production output of unconventional sources, including shale gas and tight oil. As a result, water treatment facilities are now more prevalent in the upstream oil and gas sector, which is anticipated to have a significant positive impact on the water treatment chemicals market demand throughout the forecast period.
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Report Attribute |
Specifications |
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Market size value in 2024 |
USD 38.3 Bn |
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Revenue forecast in 2034 |
USD 57.1 Bn |
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Growth rate CAGR |
CAGR of 4.2% from 2025 to 2034 |
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Quantitative units |
Representation of revenue in US$ Bn, Volume (KT), and CAGR from 2025 to 2034 |
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Historic Year |
2021 to 2024 |
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Forecast Year |
2025-2034 |
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Report coverage |
The forecast of revenue, the position of the company, the competitive market statistics, growth prospects, and trends |
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Segments covered |
Type, Application, End-Use Industry, And Source |
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Regional scope |
North America; Europe; Asia Pacific; Latin America; Middle East & Africa |
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Country scope |
U.S.; Canada; U.K.; Germany; China; India; Japan; Brazil; Mexico; The UK; France; Italy; Spain; China; Japan; India; South Korea; Southeast Asia; South Korea; Southeast Asia |
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Competitive Landscape |
BASF SE, Kemira Oyj, Ecolab Inc., Dow Inc., Solenis LLC, SNF Floerger, Nouryon, Baker Hughes, Kurita Water Industries Ltd, Veolia, and Arxada. |
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Customization scope |
Free customization report with the procurement of the report, Modifications to the regional and segment scope. Particular Geographic competitive landscape. |
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Pricing and available payment methods |
Explore pricing alternatives that are customized to your particular study requirements. |
Chapter 1. Methodology and Scope
1.1. Research Methodology
1.2. Research Scope & Assumptions
Chapter 2. Executive Summary
Chapter 3. Global Water Treatment Chemicals Market Snapshot
Chapter 4. Global Water Treatment Chemicals Market Variables, Trends & Scope
4.1. Market Segmentation & Scope
4.2. Drivers
4.3. Challenges
4.4. Trends
4.5. Investment and Funding Analysis
4.6. Industry Analysis – Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
4.7. Competitive Landscape & Market Share Analysis
4.8. Impact of Covid-19 Analysis
Chapter 5. Market Segmentation 1: by Type Estimates & Trend Analysis
5.1. by Type & Market Share, 2024 & 2034
5.2. Market Size (Value (US$ Mn) & Volume (KT)) & Forecasts and Trend Analyses, 2021 to 2034 for the following by Type:
5.2.1. Coagulants and Flocculants
5.2.1.1. Organic Coagulants
5.2.1.2. Inorganic Coagulants
5.2.1.3. Flocculants
5.2.2. Corrosion Inhibitors
5.2.3. Scale Inhibitors
5.2.4. Biocides & Disinfectants
5.2.5. Chelating Agents
5.2.6. Anti-Foaming Agents
5.2.7. PH Adjusters And Stabilizers
5.2.8. Others
Chapter 6. Market Segmentation 2: by Application Estimates & Trend Analysis
6.1. by Application & Market Share, 2024 & 2034
6.2. Market Size (Value (US$ Mn) & Volume (KT)) & Forecasts and Trend Analyses, 2021 to 2034 for the following by Application:
6.2.1. Boiler Water Treatment
6.2.2. Cooling Water Treatment
6.2.3. Raw Water Treatment
6.2.4. Water Desalination
6.2.5. Others
Chapter 7. Market Segmentation 3: by End-user Estimates & Trend Analysis
7.1. by End-user & Market Share, 2024 & 2034
7.2. Market Size (Value (US$ Mn) & Volume (KT)) & Forecasts and Trend Analyses, 2021 to 2034 for the following by End-user:
7.2.1. Residential
7.2.2. Commercial
7.2.3. Industrial
Chapter 8. Market Segmentation 4: by Source Estimates & Trend Analysis
8.1. by Source & Market Share, 2024 & 2034
8.2. Market Size (Value (US$ Mn) & Volume (KT)) & Forecasts and Trend Analyses, 2021 to 2034 for the following by Source:
8.2.1. Synthetic
8.2.2. Bio-based
Chapter 9. Water Treatment Chemicals Market Segmentation 5: Regional Estimates & Trend Analysis
9.1. North America
9.1.1. North America Water Treatment Chemicals Market Revenue (US$ Million) & Volume (KT) Estimates and Forecasts by Type, 2021-2034
9.1.2. North America Water Treatment Chemicals Market Revenue (US$ Million) & Volume (KT) Estimates and Forecasts by Application, 2021-2034
9.1.3. North America Water Treatment Chemicals Market Revenue (US$ Million) & Volume (KT) Estimates and Forecasts by End-user, 2021-2034
9.1.4. North America Water Treatment Chemicals Market Revenue (US$ Million) & Volume (KT) Estimates and Forecasts by Source, 2021-2034
9.1.5. North America Water Treatment Chemicals Market Revenue (US$ Million) & Volume (KT) Estimates and Forecasts by country, 2021-2034
9.2. Europe
9.2.1. Europe Water Treatment Chemicals Market Revenue (US$ Million) & Volume (KT) Estimates and Forecasts by Type, 2021-2034
9.2.2. Europe Water Treatment Chemicals Market Revenue (US$ Million) & Volume (KT) Estimates and Forecasts by Application, 2021-2034
9.2.3. Europe Water Treatment Chemicals Market Revenue (US$ Million) & Volume (KT) Estimates and Forecasts by End-user, 2021-2034
9.2.4. Europe Water Treatment Chemicals Market Revenue (US$ Million) & Volume (KT) Estimates and Forecasts by Source, 2021-2034
9.2.5. Europe Water Treatment Chemicals Market Revenue (US$ Million) & Volume (KT) Estimates and Forecasts by country, 2021-2034
9.3. Asia Pacific
9.3.1. Asia Pacific Water Treatment Chemicals Market Revenue (US$ Million) & Volume (KT) Estimates and Forecasts by Type, 2021-2034
9.3.2. Asia Pacific Water Treatment Chemicals Market Revenue (US$ Million) & Volume (KT) Estimates and Forecasts by Application, 2021-2034
9.3.3. Asia-Pacific Water Treatment Chemicals Market Revenue (US$ Million) & Volume (KT) Estimates and Forecasts by End-user, 2021-2034
9.3.4. Asia-Pacific Water Treatment Chemicals Market Revenue (US$ Million) & Volume (KT) Estimates and Forecasts by Source, 2021-2034
9.3.5. Asia Pacific Water Treatment Chemicals Market Revenue (US$ Million) & Volume (KT) Estimates and Forecasts by country, 2021-2034
9.4. Latin America
9.4.1. Latin America Water Treatment Chemicals Market Revenue (US$ Million) & Volume (KT) Estimates and Forecasts by Type, 2021-2034
9.4.2. Latin America Water Treatment Chemicals Market Revenue (US$ Million) & Volume (KT) Estimates and Forecasts by Application, 2021-2034
9.4.3. Latin America Water Treatment Chemicals Market Revenue (US$ Million) & Volume (KT) Estimates and Forecasts by End-user, 2021-2034
9.4.4. Latin America Water Treatment Chemicals Market Revenue (US$ Million) & Volume (KT) Estimates and Forecasts by Source, 2021-2034
9.4.5. Latin America Water Treatment Chemicals Market Revenue (US$ Million) & Volume (KT) Estimates and Forecasts by country, 2021-2034
9.5. Middle East & Africa
9.5.1. Middle East & Africa Water Treatment Chemicals Market Revenue (US$ Million) & Volume (KT) Estimates and Forecasts by Type, 2021-2034
9.5.2. Middle East & Africa Water Treatment Chemicals Market Revenue (US$ Million) & Volume (KT) Estimates and Forecasts by Application, 2021-2034
9.5.3. Middle East & Africa Water Treatment Chemicals Market Revenue (US$ Million) & Volume (KT) Estimates and Forecasts by End-user, 2021-2034
9.5.4. Middle East & Africa Water Treatment Chemicals Market Revenue (US$ Million) & Volume (KT) Estimates and Forecasts by Source, 2021-2034
9.5.5. Middle East & Africa Water Treatment Chemicals Market Revenue (US$ Million) & Volume (KT) Estimates and Forecasts by country, 2021-2034
Chapter 10. Competitive Landscape
10.1. Major Mergers and Acquisitions/Strategic Alliances
10.2. Company Profiles
10.2.1. Arxada
10.2.2. Baker Hughes, a GE company LLC
10.2.3. BASF SE
10.2.4. Buckman
10.2.5. Cortec Corporation
10.2.6. Dow Inc.
10.2.7. Ecolab Inc.
10.2.8. Green Water Treatment Solutions
10.2.9. Johnson Matthey
10.2.10. Kemira Oyj
10.2.11. Kurita Europe GmbH
10.2.12. Nouryon
10.2.13. SNF Group
10.2.14. Solenis LLC
10.2.15. Solvay S.A.
10.2.16. Somicon ME FZC
10.2.17. SUEZ
10.2.18. The Dow Chemical Company
10.2.19. Veolia
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InsightAce Analytic follows a standard and comprehensive market research methodology focused on offering the most accurate and precise market insights. The methods followed for all our market research studies include three significant steps – primary research, secondary research, and data modeling and analysis - to derive the current market size and forecast it over the forecast period. In this study, these three steps were used iteratively to generate valid data points (minimum deviation), which were cross-validated through multiple approaches mentioned below in the data modeling section.
Through secondary research methods, information on the market under study, its peer, and the parent market was collected. This information was then entered into data models. The resulted data points and insights were then validated by primary participants.
Based on additional insights from these primary participants, more directional efforts were put into doing secondary research and optimize data models. This process was repeated till all data models used in the study produced similar results (with minimum deviation). This way, this iterative process was able to generate the most accurate market numbers and qualitative insights.
Secondary research
The secondary research sources that are typically mentioned to include, but are not limited to:
The paid sources for secondary research like Factiva, OneSource, Hoovers, and Statista
Primary Research:
Primary research involves telephonic interviews, e-mail interactions, as well as face-to-face interviews for each market, category, segment, and subsegment across geographies
The contributors who typically take part in such a course include, but are not limited to:
Data Modeling and Analysis:
In the iterative process (mentioned above), data models received inputs from primary as well as secondary sources. But analysts working on these models were the key. They used their extensive knowledge and experience about industry and topic to make changes and fine-tuning these models as per the product/service under study.
The standard data models used while studying this market were the top-down and bottom-up approaches and the company shares analysis model. However, other methods were also used along with these – which were specific to the industry and product/service under study.
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