Global Defoamers Market – Industry Trends and Forecast to 2029

Global Defoamers Market, By Product Type (Powder, Silicone Defoamers, Oil Defoamers, Emulsion Defoamers, Polymer Defoamers), Medium of Dispersion (Aqueous Systems, Non-Aqueous/ Solvent), Application (Chemical Formulation, Textiles, Construction Materials Paints & Coatings, Pulp & Paper, Food Processing, Pharmaceuticals, Household & Personal Care, Water and Wastewater Treatment) – Industry Trends and Forecast to 2029.

Defoamers Market Analysis and Size

To maintain revenue growth following the pandemic, manufacturers in the defoamers market focus on high-growth end-users such as paper & pulp, paints & coatings, and so on. As a result of their increasing adoption in various end-use industries, companies are focusing on powder and silicon-based deformer products.

Data Bridge Market Research analyses that the defoamers market was growing at a value of 5.06 billion in 2021 and is expected to reach a value of USD 7.36 billion by 2029, at a CAGR of 4.80% during the forecast period.  In addition to the insights on market scenarios such as market value, growth rate, segmentation, geographical coverage, and major players, the market reports curated by the Data Bridge Market Research also include in-depth expert analysis, geographically represented company-wise production and capacity, network layouts of distributors and partners, detailed and updated price trend analysis and deficit analysis of supply chain and demand.

Defoamers Market Scope and Segmentation

Market Definition

A defoamer is a chemical additive used as an anti-foaming agent in industrial process liquids to destabilize foam formation rapidly. It inhibits foam formation and reduces surface tension. Polydimethylsiloxanes, silicones, stearates, glycols, and inorganics such as talc and silicates are some of the most commonly used defoamers. They are typically oil-based, water-based, or silicone-based and are insoluble in a foaming medium. They have low viscosity, a low affinity for air-liquid surfaces, and are easily spreadable.

Global Defoamers Market Dynamics

Drivers

• Expansion and adaptability of the chemical industry

Significant growth in the chemical industry worldwide is one of the key factors driving the market's positive outlook. Defoamers are widely used in the production of paints, inks, and coatings to prevent defects such as fisheyes, popping, cratering, and depressions. Furthermore, the widespread use of defoamers in water treatment facilities is propelling the market growth. They are used to improve the processes of sludge dewatering, thickening, clarification, filtering, and floatation.

• Product advancements and innovations

Other growth-inducing factors include product innovations such as developing water- and bio-based defoamers. Compared to the traditionally used petroleum-based variants, they are made from sustainable raw materials and contain low volatile organic compounds (VOC) levels. Other factors, such as extensive research and development (R&D) activities and implementing favorable government policies, are expected to drive the market forward.

Opportunities

• Bio-based and sustainable products

Increased awareness, using bio-based and sustainable raw materials instead of petro-based alternatives, and a growing trend in the agrochemical industry all positively impact the defoamers market. Furthermore, the development of high-performance silicone compounds to improve product performance and the emergence of effective and low-impact chemicals will provide profitable opportunities to market participants during the forecast period.

Restraints

• Side effects associated with the products

High anti-foaming agent loading levels in the industrial process and concerns about the product's side effects are expected to hamper market growth. Stringent regulations imposed by governing bodies, particularly in developed countries, are expected to challenge the defoamers market during the forecast period.

This defoamers market report provides details of new recent developments, trade regulations, import-export analysis, production analysis, value chain optimization, market share, impact of domestic and localized market players, analyses opportunities in terms of emerging revenue pockets, changes in market regulations, strategic market growth analysis, market size, category market growths, application niches and dominance, product approvals, product launches, geographic expansions, technological innovations in the market. To gain more info on the defoamers market contact Data Bridge Market Research for an Analyst Brief, our team will help you take an informed market decision to achieve market growth.

Impact and Current Market Scenario of Raw Material Shortage and Shipping Delays

Data Bridge Market Research offers a high-level analysis of the market and delivers information by keeping in account the impact and current market environment of raw material shortage and shipping delays. This translates into assessing strategic possibilities, creating effective action plans, and assisting businesses in making important decisions.

Apart from the standard report, we also offer in-depth analysis of the procurement level from forecasted shipping delays, distributor mapping by region, commodity analysis, production analysis, price mapping trends, sourcing, category performance analysis, supply chain risk management solutions, advanced benchmarking, and other services for procurement and strategic support.

COVID-19 Impact on Global Defoamers Market Dynamics

The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic crisis has significantly impacted the global economy and industrial sector due to supply chain disruptions and decreased demand from industrial consumers. Furthermore, the closure of production facilities in the Asia Pacific and European markets has impacted players through 2020. However, with end-use industries reopening due to regional governments' initiatives to boost economic growth, the global defoamers market is expected to rebound through 2021 and beyond.

Expected Impact of Economic Slowdown on the Pricing and Availability of Products

When economic activity slows, industries begin to suffer. The forecasted effects of the economic downturn on the pricing and accessibility of the products are taken into account in the market insight reports and intelligence services provided by DBMR. With this, our clients can typically keep one step ahead of their competitors, project their sales and revenue, and estimate their profit and loss expenditures.

Recent Developments

• In January 2021, Evonik announced the release of TEGO Foamex 812, a new defoamer developed for wood coating formulations. TEGO Foamex 812 is a new defoamer developed to assist wood coating formulators in meeting the increasing regulatory requirements for their products.
• In February 2021, BYK introduced two defoamer additives, the BYK-329 and BYK-092. These additives are intended for use in both solvent-borne and solvent-free systems. BYK-092 is a new VOC-free, silicone-containing additive for aqueous paint systems, printing inks, and adhesives in this specialty chemicals manufacturer's portfolio.

Global Defoamers Market Scope

The defoamers market is segmented on the basis of product type, medium of dispersion and application. The growth amongst these segments will help you analyze meagre growth segments in the industries and provide the users with a valuable market overview and market insights to help them make strategic decisions for identifying core market applications.

Product

• Powder
• Silicone Defoamers
• Oil Defoamers
• Emulsion Defoamers
• Polymer Defoamers

Medium of dispersion

• Aqueous Systems
• Non-Aqueous/ Solvent

Application

• Chemical Formulation
• Textiles
• Construction Materials Paints & Coatings
• Pulp & Paper
• Food Processing
• Pharmaceuticals
• Household & Personal Care
• Water and Wastewater Treatment

Defoamers Market Regional Analysis/Insights

The defoamers market is analysed and market size insights and trends are provided by country, product type, medium of dispersion and application as referenced above.

The countries covered in the defoamers market report are U.S., Canada and Mexico in North America, Germany, France, U.K., Netherlands, Switzerland, Belgium, Russia, Italy, Spain, Turkey, Rest of Europe in Europe, China, Japan, India, South Korea, Singapore, Malaysia, Australia, Thailand, Indonesia, Philippines, Rest of Asia-Pacific (APAC) in the Asia-Pacific (APAC), Saudi Arabia, U.A.E, South Africa, Egypt, Israel, Rest of Middle East and Africa (MEA) as a part of Middle East and Africa (MEA), Brazil, Argentina and Rest of South America as part of South America.

Regarding volume, Asia-Pacific accounted for the highest share of the global defoamers market. Significant expansion of the industrial sector, particularly in China, Japan, and India, is expected to boost the region's market growth rate during the forecast period. The expansion of end-use industries such as paper and pulp, pharmaceuticals, textiles, and food and beverage is also expected to boost demand for defoamers. The Asia Pacific region's growing demand for food-grade anti-foaming agents is expected to drive market growth.

The country section of the report also provides individual market impacting factors and changes in market regulation that impact the current and future trends of the market. Data points like down-stream and upstream value chain analysis, technical trends and porter's five forces analysis, case studies are some of the pointers used to forecast the market scenario for individual countries. Also, the presence and availability of global brands and their challenges faced due to large or scarce competition from local and domestic brands, impact of domestic tariffs and trade routes are considered while providing forecast analysis of the country data.   

Competitive Landscape and Defoamers Market Share Analysis

The defoamers market competitive landscape provides details by competitor. Details included are company overview, company financials, revenue generated, market potential, investment in research and development, new market initiatives, global presence, production sites and facilities, production capacities, company strengths and weaknesses, product launch, product width and breadth, application dominance. The above data points provided are only related to the companies' focus related to defoamers market.

Some of the major players operating in the defoamers market are:

• BASF SE (Germany)
• Evonik Industries AG (Germany)
• Altana (Germany)
• Dow (U.S.)
• ALLNEX NETHERLANDS B.V. (Netherlands)
• Arkema (France)
• Momentive (U.S.)
• MÜNZING Corporation (Germany)
• ELEMENTS PLC (U.K.)
• Ashland. (U.S.)
• Clariant (Switzerland)
• SAN NOPCO LIMITED (South Korea)