Anti-Foaming Agent Market- Global Industry Analysis and Forecast (2024-2030)

Anti-Foaming Agent Market was valued at US$ 5.71 Bn. in 2023. Global Anti-Foaming Agent Market size is expected to grow at a CAGR of 3.93 % through the forecast period.
Anti-Foaming Agent Market Overview:
Antifoaming compounds are used in the formulation to prevent or reduce foam formation. These substances are insoluble in the foaming media and exhibit surface-active characteristics. These are less viscous, spread easily over foamy surfaces, and have an affinity for the air-liquid interface, where they destabilize the foam lamellas, causing the air bubbles to rupture and the surface foam to break down. Foam formation causes several expensive and time-consuming difficulties, including product loss, pollution, and contamination. Every antifoaming Agent is tailored to specific uses and markets. Antifoaming agents are widely available in the market. Insoluble oil, silicones, alcohols, stearates, and glycol are common agents used to remove foams. These agents are currently used in a variety of industries, including detergents, food, paper & pulp, water treatment plants, and bio-chemicals. With time, demand for anti-foaming agents is increasing. To meet the growing demand, more and more major vendors are entering the antifoaming manufacturing market.To know about the Research Methodology :- Request Free Sample Report

Anti-Foaming agent market COVID 19 impacts: Anti-foaming agent is mainly used in food processing and agribusiness. Grain separation and processing, fermentation, fruit, and vegetable washing and processing, meat and poultry processing, dairy products, beverages, brine systems, and other uses are common. However, because these applications of anti-foaming agents are considered basic facilities under government laws, COVID has a slow impact on them. COVID-19 hampered various operations and disrupted the supply chain, affecting practically all industries. Due to a lack of workers, most businesses have shut down. However, due to the impact of COVID-19, the international anti-foaming agent market is sluggishly declined.
Dynamics:
1. Rising demand for Anti-foaming agents in the Beverage market: Antifoaming agents are in high demand due to their ability to lower and prevent the production of foam in industrially processed liquids by binding to the air-liquid surface and destabilizing the foam lamellas, resulting in the rupture of air bubbles and the disintegration of surface foam. Breweries primarily employ anti-foaming agents to improve efficiency during the fermentation process. Other juice processing firms utilize it as well. The fast growth of the brewery and beverage sectors will have a significant impact on the antifoaming agents market.

The beverage market is expected to reach the US$ 1257 Bn market growing at a CAGR of 8.10% through the forecast period. Revenue from the Alcoholic beverage market is valued at around US$ 1664 Bn in 2022 and it is expected to grow at a CAGR of 6.78% through the forecast period.

2. Significant growth of the pharmaceutical market: The formation of foam during manufacturing processes of liquid dosage forms can be undesirable and disruptive. Anti-foaming agents are effective at restricting the formation of stable foams by lowering surface tension and cohesive binding of the liquid phase.

Anti-foaming agents are very useful in liquid pharmaceuticals for preventing the foam and keeping them stable so that their therapeutic effect will not hamper. as the pharmaceutical market is booming the demand for anti-foaming agents will increase significantly soon.

The pharmaceutical market was valued at around US$ 1250 Bn in 2022, the market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 8% through the forecast. Indian pharmaceutical market is the third-largest pharmaceutical market, and it has gained 13.9% of the year-on-year revenue growth during January 2022.

This significant growth and increased demand for pharmac eutical products are driving the market growth for the Anti-foaming agent market.

3. Huge demand for crude oil: The antifoaming agent market is expected to grow due to the high demand for crude oil around the world. Other nonrenewable energy sources, on the other hand, are unable to meet the rising demand. Because oil and gas are one of the world's greatest energy resources, it is critical to use and distribute crude oil in a profitable and effective manner.

The crude oil consumption is expected to rise at a CAGR of 4.8% through the forecast period. The increased demand for crude oil is driving the anti-foaming agent market growth.

4. Rise in the Paint and coating market: Because the coatings sector is one of the most strictly regulated in the world, manufacturers have been driven to embrace low-solvent and solvent-free technology during the last 40 years, and this trend will continue through the forecast period.

The rise in the paint and coating products market will drive the market growth for the anti-foaming agent market. The paint and coatings market is expected to reach a US$ 235 Bn valuation growing at a CAGR of 5% through the forecast period.

Challenges in Anti-Foaming Agent Market: The growth of the Anti-foaming agent market is expected to be restricted by a lack of awareness of the product and forecast reverse trends. Strict regulations are expected to pose a challenge to the anti-foaming agents market through the forecast period.

Opportunities in Anti-Foaming Agent Market: The Antifoaming Agent market is likely to grow soon due to its wide range of applications. The Antifoaming Agent market is fueled by rising demand from emerging nations and a steady increase in critical applications.

Environmental concerns and governmental standards surrounding harmful emissions through businesses are also contributing to the market's growth. Thus, investors are expected to invest heavily.
Anti-Foaming Agent Market Segment Analysis:
Based on Type, the Anti-Foaming Agent Market is segmented into water-based, silicone-based, oil-based, and others.

The silicon-based segment dominates the anti-foaming agent market, and it is expected to continue to develop at the quickest rate through the forecast period. Low surface tension, chemical inertness, thermal stability, and total water solubility are all important properties due to which silicon-based anti-foaming agents are dominating the market.

Based on the Application, the Anti-Foaming Agent Market is segmented into Adhesives, Coatings, Detergents, Wood Pulp, Food Processing, Wastewater Treatment, and Others

In 2023, the antifoaming agents market was dominated by the Food Processing market. Antifoaming chemicals of food-grade are used to decrease and prevent foam formation. Foam is a by-product of the food processing market.

Anti-foaming agents are also used in breweries to drain foam and improve efficiency during the fermentation process. Food processing is a mature business that is undergoing turbulence because of increased food safety needs, rising food insecurity, and rising customer demand for improved quality and sustainability.

The food supply chain today is more internationalized, lengthier, and active than it has ever been. Processed foods rely on long supply chains as imports and exports rise, posing a significant threat to food safety.

Based on the End Use, the Anti-Foaming Agent Market is segmented into Oil and gas, Paint and coatings, Food and Beverages, Pharmaceuticals, Textile, Pulp, Paper, and others. With a market share of 7.3 percent in 2023, the pharmaceutical market dominated the antifoaming agents market. Antifoaming agents are utilized in antibiotics and enzymes for medicinal fermentation.

Growing and aging populations, as well as the rising prevalence of chronic diseases, are important drivers of the pharmaceutical market. In the United States, new product adoption and brand pricing drive the total spending growth in the pharmaceutical market due to patent expiry and generics.
Regional Insights:
The Asia Pacific region dominated the market with a 41 % share in 2023. The Asia Pacific region is expected to witness significant growth through the forecast period.

India, China, and Japan and the leaders in the Asia Pacific region. due to the huge population of China and India, there is increasing demand for food and beverages, pharmaceutical products, water treatment, and agricultural chemicals.

The water treatment market in Asia Pacific region is expected to grow at a CAGR of 5.8% through the forecast period. The value of the agrochemical market in India was around US$ 4.5 Bn in 2023 and it is expected to reach US$ 7.5 Bn by growing at a CAGR of 8.5% through the forecast.

India is the world's largest supplier of generic medications, accounting for 20% of total pharmaceutical exports. It is also the world's largest vaccine supplier in terms of volume, responsible for more than half of all vaccines produced in the world and China is important for the pharmaceutical market as 80% of APIs in India are imported from China.

China and India are the second and third largest crude oil-consuming countries which shows that there is high demand for crude oil in China and India. In crude oil refineries, antifoaming agents are used to reducing frothy crude oil production by removing foam from tanks or gas scrubbers. The oil and gas sector has a major impact on other important sectors of the economy.

Due to the developing infrastructure in India, the demand for paint and coating products is rising. The market for paint and coating products is growing at a CAGR of 8%.

North America is expected to grow at a significant rate through the forecast period due to increasing demand for pulp and paper products, paint, coating products, etc.

Middle East and Europe comprise around 30% share of anti-foaming agents and the market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 4.6% and 4.4% through the forecast period.

The objective of the report is to present a comprehensive analysis of the global Anti-Foaming Agent Market to the stakeholders in the industry. The past and current status of the industry with the forecasted market size and trends are presented in the report with the analysis of complicated data in simple language. The report covers all the aspects of the industry with a dedicated study of key players that include market leaders, followers, and new entrants.

PORTER, PESTEL analysis with the potential impact of micro-economic factors of the market have been presented in the report. External as well as internal factors that are supposed to affect the business positively or negatively have been analyzed, which will give a clear futuristic view of the industry to the decision-makers.

The reports also help in understanding the Anti-Foaming Agent Market dynamic, and structure by analyzing the market segments and projecting the Anti-Foaming Agent Market size. Clear representation of competitive analysis of key players by Product type, price, financial position, product portfolio, growth strategies, and regional presence in the Anti-Foaming Agent Market make the report investor’s guide.
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Anti-Foaming Agent Market


Base Year
2023
Forecast Period
2024-2030


Historical Data
CAGR
Market Size in 2023
Market Size in 2030


2018 to 2023
3.93%
US$ 5.71 Bn
US$ 7.48 Bn


Segments Covered


by Type
Water based
Silicone based
Oil based
Others
by Application
Adhesives
Coatings
Detergents
Wood Pulp
Food Processing
Wastewater Treatment
Others
by End Use
Oil and gas
Paint and coatings
Food and Beverages
Pharmaceuticals
Textile
Pulp
Paper
Others


Regions Covered


North America
United States
Canada
Mexico
Europe
UK
France
Germany
Italy
Spain
Sweden
Austria
Rest of Europe
Asia Pacific
China
S Korea
Japan
India
Australia
Indonesia
Malaysia
Vietnam
Taiwan
Bangladesh
Pakistan
Rest of APAC
Middle East and Africa
South Africa
GCC
Egypt
Nigeria
Rest of ME&A
South America
Brazil
Argentina
Rest of South America



Anti-Foaming Agent Market Key Players
1. BASF
2. DOW Corning Corporation
3. Evonik Industries
4. Air Products and Chemicals
5. Wacker Chemie AG
6. Shin-Etsu Chemical Company Ltd
7. Kemira
8. Ashland
9. Elements Plc
10.Levaco Chemicals
11.PennWhite
12.Sanco Industries Inc
13.Ecological Laboratories Inc
14.ZILIBON chemicals
15.Jigangsu Jiahua Advanced Chemicals Technology

Frequently Asked Questions:

1. Which region has the largest share in Global Anti-Foaming Agent Market?
Ans: Asia Pacific region held the highest share in 2023.

2. What is the growth rate of Global Anti-Foaming Agent Market?
Ans: The Global Anti-Foaming Agent Market is growing at a CAGR of 3.93% during forecasting period 2024-2030

3. What is scope of the Global Anti-Foaming Agent Market report?
Ans: Global Anti-Foaming Agent Market report helps with the PESTEL, PORTER, COVID-19 Impact analysis, Recommendations for Investors & Leaders, and market estimation of the forecast period.

4. Who are the key players in Global Anti-Foaming Agent Market?
Ans: The important key players in the Global Anti-Foaming Agent Market are – BASF, DOW Corning Corporation, Evonik Industries, Air Products and Chemicals, Wacker Chemie AG, Shin-Etsu Chemical Company Ltd, Kemira, Ashland, Elements Plc, Levaco Chemicals, PennWhite, Sanco Industries Inc, Ecological Laboratories Inc, ZILIBON chemicals, and Jigangsu Jiahua Advanced Chemicals Technology

5. What is the study period of this Market?
Ans: The Global Anti-Foaming Agent Market is studied from 2023 to 2030