Global Ethoxylates Market by Product (Alcohol, Fatty Acid, Fatty Amine, Ethyl Ester, Glyceride) and Region (North America, Latin America, Europe, Asia Pacific and Middle East & Africa), Forecast To 2028

Summary of the Report

Global ethoxylates market was valued at USD 13.2 Billion in 2019. It is projected to grow at a compound annual rate (CAGR of 4.0%) between 2020 and 2027. The demand for ethoxylates in various industries such as personal care, pharmaceutical, industrial and household cleaning is expected to drive the market. It is used in a wide range of products, including detergents and cosmetics.

Ethoxylates can be made commercially by reacting raw materials such as alcohols and amines with ethylene oxide under the control of a catalyst. The most common catalysts are potassium dodecanoxide and zirconium sulfate. Market players like Stepan Company or Royal Dutch Shell Plc are not able to use these catalysts. use hydrotalcite/magnesium/aluminum and rare earth as a catalyst in its ethoxylation process.

Most of the market players in ethoxylates manufacturing have backward integration and are focused on sustainable sourcing of ethylene dioxide. This reduces the manufacturing cost since the main cost of production is the raw material. Additionally, the demand for ethylene oxide may be higher in other industries such as agriculture, food, and plastics. This could lead to an unrestricted supply of raw materials, which can prove to be a market constraint.

The market is subject to strict regulations by authorities such as the U.S. EPA and the European Commission. The market growth is expected to be impeded by the restrictions on the demand of ethoxylates over the forecast period. Product consumption is expected to be influenced by a growing consumer preference for environmentally-friendly and naturally-sourced products.

Concerns about the toxicity of ethoxylates will likely limit demand. Ethoxylates are used in surfactants for cleaners, detergents and coatings. Ethoxylate products, such as alcohol ethoxylates, pose a risk to sediment organisms and sewage plant organisms. This poses a threat for the environment. Products such as nonylphenol-ethoxylates have been shown to be harmful to human health, and therefore, they have been banned by many governing agencies such as the Canadian government and the European Union.

Product Insights

The largest revenue share, 48.4%, was attributed to alcohol ethoxylates in 2019. Surfactant manufacturing is dominated by alcohol ethoxylates (AE). It is also the largest downstream market for fatty alcohols. These fatty alcohols have properties like rapid biodegradation and superior cleaning of manmade fibers. They also have a high tolerance to water hardness which makes them ideal for laundry detergent formulations. It is manufactured commercially from both synthetic and natural sources. The product's synthetic form is most commonly used in Europe and the U.S., while the natural form, which includes fatty alcohol, is preferred in Asia Pacific due to the large availability of raw materials.

The textile industry uses alcohol ethoxylates for scouring, dyeing, and lubricating. They help reduce curds, as well as scouring times. Due to growing disposable income and an increase in people, these applications have seen a rise in their use. The infrastructural developments around the world are expected to increase the demand for emulsification by the paint industry.

Many industries use amine ethoxylates. These include textile, personal care , agrochemical and industrial cleaners. These chemicals are used in a variety of industries due to their emulsifying and wetting properties. These amines are created by reacting ethylene oxide and amines such as stearyl, oleyl, tallow, amino acids, coco amines, and tallowamines. Coco-amine, lauryl and oleyl are three of the most widely used fatty amines ethoxylates. They are used primarily in textile and detergent formulations. LEUNA-Tenside GmbH is one of the major players in the production and sale of amine ethoxylates. Other participants include Oxiteno (Stepan Company), Oxiteno (Stepan Company), Ethox. BASF SE and SILVER FERN CHEMICAL INC.

Application Insights

In 2019, the household and personal care segment had 32.4% of the total revenue and will likely continue to lead the way over the forecast period. This segment has seen a significant increase in sales due to its widespread use in the production of household cleaning products such as laundry detergents in powder and liquid forms, dishwashing detergents, detergents and fabric conditioners, dishwasher gels and detergents.

The pharmaceutical industry uses ethoxylates in many applications, including ointments and tablets, syrups, gels as emulsifiers, and gels. Due to the increasing prevalence of chronic diseases and environmental degradation, and negligence towards hygiene and health, there is a growing demand for effective and innovative pharmaceutical formulations. Over the forecast period, this is expected to increase the demand for ethoxylates in the pharmaceutical sector. Generic drugs are also in demand in developing countries, which will further propel their consumption.

End-use Insights

In 2019, the detergent segment was responsible for 33.0% of all revenue. Naturally derived ethoxylates have a mild effect on the skin and are gentle to use. Many detergent manufacturers now use naturally sourced ethoxylates as part of their formulations. Ethoxylates are non-toxic, inert, and non-corrosive. They also have a high flash point that does not harm marine life. This makes them environmentally friendly.

The large-scale use of linear alcohol ethoxylates in soaps and detergent manufacturing (both liquid and powdered) is a result. It is expected that there will be a greater number of substitutes for Oley amine and coco amine, which serve the same purpose and have similar properties, to reduce its use in detergent product manufacturing.

Because of their higher consumer awareness regarding hygiene, the consumption of personal care products in developed countries is higher. The market for ethoxylates is growing because of the high disposable income in Europe and North America. The market will be driven by increasing consumer adoption of personal care products in Asia Pacific over the forecast period.

Due to growing agricultural activities, the demand for herbicides manufactured from ethoxylates is expected to increase. Agrarian areas are also the main consumers of herbicides. This is due to concerns about the long-term effects of herbicides on fertility, which has led to a low growth rate for the segment during the forecast period.

Regional Insights

Europe held 33.9% of the market's largest volume share in 2019, thanks to increased demand from the personal, pharmaceutical, household, and industrial cleaning industries. The increased awareness of hygiene and a better lifestyle has fueled the demand for personal care products. The forecast period will see product demand rise due to the increased efforts and initiatives of the European Commission and the national governments in revitalizing the end-use markets. This includes pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. These factors, along with the exceptional properties of ethoxylates are expected to boost regional market growth during the forecast period.

Germany is responsible for a large portion of Europe's overall consumption. The high demand for alcohol ethoxylates in industrial and institutional cleaning applications has led to a significant increase in consumption. A well-established manufacturing sector also drives demand for industrial products such as lubricants. These products can also be used as corrosion inhibitors or emulsifiers to chemical thickening.

Asia Pacific is the second largest consumer after Europe of ethoxylates. Market growth can be attributed in part to the rapid expansion of the pharmaceutical, personal care and cleaning industries in emerging economies like South Korea, Japan, China, India and Japan. The region is also one of the top producers and exporters of palm oils, with Indonesia and Malaysia accounting for 60 percent of global exports. The main raw material for the production of fatty alcohols or amines is palm oil. These are essential raw materials to obtain ethoxylates. The forecast period will see a steady increase in product consumption due to an uninterrupted supply and growing demand for household cleaners.

Market Share Insights & Key Companies

A large number of companies have been present in the market to cater to both the local and international markets. To ensure constant supply, the companies sign a long-term agreement with raw material suppliers. To sustain sales, the companies also operate through a dedicated distribution channel that includes major players like Procter & Gamble Co.

Companies place a lot of emphasis on the development of advanced technologies in order to create advanced solutions for cleaners, detergents and other applications. This will allow them to maintain a strong market position. Companies are also adopting attractive pricing strategies to increase their annual revenues. Key players are also focused on creating environmentally friendly products that contain minimal VOC content, which will drive the market during the forecast period. The following are some of the major players in the global market for ethoxylates:

• Stepan Company

• BASF SE

• Huntsman International LLC

• Nouryon

• Dow

• Arkema SA

• Clariant AG

• E.I. du Pont de Nemours and Company

• Evonik Industries AG

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Global Ethoxylates Market Report Segments:

The market is segmented by Product (Alcohol, Fatty Acid, Fatty Amine, Ethyl Ester, Glyceride).

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Overview of the regional outlook of the Ethoxylates Market:

Based on region, the market is segmented into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America and Middle East & Africa (MEA). North America region is further bifurcated into countries such as U.S., and Canada. The Europe region is further categorized into U.K., France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Russia, and Rest of Europe. Asia Pacific is further segmented into China, Japan, South Korea, India, Australia, South East Asia, and Rest of Asia Pacific. Latin America region is further segmented into Brazil, Mexico, and Rest of Latin America, and the MEA region is further divided into GCC, Turkey, South Africa, and Rest of MEA.

Highlights of The Ethoxylates Market Report:

1. The market structure and projections for the coming years.
2. Drivers, restraints, opportunities, and current trends of Ethoxylates Market.
3. Historical data and forecast.
4. Estimations for the forecast period 2028.
5. Developments and trends in the market.

                1. Alcohol

                2. Fatty Acid

                3. Fatty Amine

                4. Ethyl Ester

                5. Glyceride

7. Market scenario by region, sub-region, and country.
8. Market share of the market players, company profiles, product specifications, SWOT analysis, and competitive landscape.
9. Analysis regarding upstream raw materials, downstream demand, and current market dynamics.
10. Government Policies, Macro & Micro economic factors are also included in the report.

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