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Global Chelating Agents Market- By Type (Non-biodegradable, Biodegradable), By Application (Pulp & Paper, Cleaning, Water Treatment, Agrochemicals, Personal Care), and By Region (North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, South America, and Middle East, & Africa)- Global forecast from 2020-2027.
Global Chelating Agents Market Overview:
Chelating agents are general-purpose materials composed of molecules that can bond with metal ions. The abilities of chelating agents used to neutralize various metal ions common in water-based formulations and processes. It prevents the spoilage and discoloration of foods and beverages caused by naturally occurring metals, improving flavor, color, texture, nutritional value, and product shelf life.
Global Chelating Agents Market Insights
The global chelating agents market expected to increase market value by USD 16.8 billion, with substantial CAGR in the forecast period from 2020-2027. The main reason for the increase in demand for chelating agents is the acceleration of industrialization and the rise in demand in many end industries, such as textiles, detergents, pulp and paper, food and beverage, and water treatment.
The market demand for the chelating agents is driving due to their use in personal care, which reduces the sensitivity to hard water, improving the foam in soaps and shampoos. Meanwhile, extending the shelf life of the product and enhancing the stability of fragrances, oils, and water-soluble ingredients. It also used various applications and industrial use such as oil field operations, metal processing metal cleaning, geothermal system, etc. It is mainly due to the chelating agent’s properties that prevent and reduce fouling in manufacturing water and steam and extend the life of the equipment.
Moreover, the chelating agent has high selectivity and sensitivity to various metal ions, and the generated metal chelate has better stability than similar complexes. In the environmental pollution chemistry and chemical industry, it often used as complexing titrant, metal indicator, metal separating agent, antioxidant, masking agent, descaling agent, algae removing agent, flotation agent, bactericide, etc. Thus, its multiple uses in various industries fueling the market share for the global chelating agents’ market.
Furthermore, the emergence of Silybin as a new iron-chelating agent is driving the market growth. Silybin is a flavonolignan that is extracted from the fruits of Silybum marianum. The compound has high antioxidant properties and used as an iron chelator. Also, the free radical scavenging properties of Silybin have rendered it as an effective chelator. Silybin is a hepatoprotective, hypocholesterolemic, and cancer-protective agent. The compound used for treating disorders of the lungs, Central Nervous Systems (CNS), kidneys, skin, and pancreas.
The chelating agents market is propelling due to the rising demand for an environment-friendly chelating agent, such as glutamic acid diacetic acid agent used in the oil and gas wells for acid treatment. It provides a PH range with a combination of acid dissolution and chelation and also possesses the excellent ability to the calcium carbonate from carbonate rocks. Therefore, with the emerging use of the chelating agent in different industries and its useful properties, the market share of global chelating agents will grow at a bolstering rate.
Growth Driver
Rising demand for Cleansing agents
The market demand for chelating agents has fueled as increasing concern for cleanliness, hygiene, and chelating agents used for separation and analysis of metal ions in water, water softening, graded precipitation, fiber dyeing, metal cleaning, flotation, and sterilization is rising. Moreover, it is frequently used for stain removal and involve simple procedure while removing heavy toxic material. Thus, the demand for the chelating agent will fuel its market share in the coming years.
Environment-friendly Agents
The increasing pollution, industrial waste, and concerning environmental issues are raising market demand for eco-friendly chelating agents that reduces the harmful effect on the environment. The eco-friendly chelating agents such as GLDA used as a multi-purpose problem and excellent ecological and toxicological properties. It is majorly used as the household cleanser, and therefore, the consumption of green chelating agents will show a substantial increase, and its market demand will grow at the propelling rate.
By Type Segmental Analysis
Based on the type, the global chelating agents market bifurcated into Non-biodegradable, Biodegradable. The biodegradable segment is dominating with maximum share in the global chelating agents market in the forecast period. The demand for biodegradable chelating agents is rising, owing to the increasing use of personal care products, cleaners, detergents, etc. Therefore, the need to maintain hygiene, cleanliness at homes, commercial places, and workplaces fuel the market share for the biodegradable chelating agent market. Moreover, NTA, EDDS, and IDS are common chelating biodegradable agents for replacing non-biodegradable agents and mainly used for cleaning purposes, which reduces the severe environmental problems. However, there are other biodegradable agents available for metal complexation MGDA, HEIDA, etc.
By Application Segmental Analysis
Based on the application, the global chelating agents market segmented into Pulp & Paper, Cleaning, Water Treatment, Agrochemicals, Personal Care. The cleaning segment captures the largest market share for the global chelating agents market in the forecast period. It is mainly due to the increasing need for the textile and food industry’s treatment of hard water, propelling the market share for the global chelating agent market. Besides, the rising health-related problems and lifestyle changes are increasing the demand for cleaning products such as detergents, surface cleaners, all-purpose cleanser, and disinfectant. Also, the chelating agents are useful in removing disinfectants, provide antimicrobial effect, and helps in scale removal. Therefore, various benefits and features of the chelating agent will fuel the forecast period’s market demand.
By Region Segmental Analysis
Based on geography, the global chelating agents market segmented into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, South America, and Middle East & Africa. The Asia Pacific is the world’s fastest-growing global chelating agents market, accounting for the largest share. The growing industries such as personal care products, paper and pulps, and various other applications are increasing in the Asia Pacific market.
Competitor Analysis
Companies such as BAS, Dow, Nouryon, Kemira Oyj, Mitsubishi Chemical Holdings Corporation, Hexion, ADM, Ascend Performance Materials, MilliporeSigma, Nippon Shokubai Co., Ltd and others are key players for global chelating agents’ market.
Key Stakeholders
- Market research and consulting firms
- Industry associations
- Global chelating agents manufacturing companies
- Research organizations and consulting companies’ chelating agents
- Regulatory bodies
The objective of the Research
- Market modeling starts with identifying a target market where historical data exists. A Market can include prediction problems, economic factors, analyzing customer behavior, and identifying new patterns from past events, which helps our client to have deep dive into the market.
- Product analysis involves steps such as examining product features, costs, availability, quality, and other aspects. Product analysis is conducted to understand potential buyers and measure competition in the market.
- Market Trend and Economic Factors Analysis helps in assessing potential changes to an economy’s inflation rate, taxes, interest rates, exchange rates, trading regulations, and excise duties that can or have a major effect on the target market.
- Market Segmental Analysis defines in-depth scenario of the target market by the process of grouping consumers into naturally existing created segments of consumers who share similar product preferences or characteristics
- The geographical mapping approach helps our clients to understand national or international markets because different consumers in different regions have different needs wants, and cultural characteristics that can be specifically targeted.
Market Modelling
By Type
- Non-biodegradable Chelating Agents
- Biodegradable Chelating Agents
By Application
- Pulp & Paper
- Cleaning
- Water Treatment
- Agrochemicals
- Personal Care
- Others
By Region
- Europe
- North America
- Asia Pacific
- South America
- Middle East & Africa
Global Chelating Agents Market
Report Content
- Research Strategic Development
- Market Modelling
- Product Analysis
- Market Trend and Economic Factors Analysis
- Market Segmental Analysis
- Geographical Mapping
- Country Wise Segregation
- Research Methodology
- Identification of Target Market
- Data Acquisition
- Refining of Data/ Data Transformations
- Data Validation through Primary Techniques
- Exploratory Data Analysis
- Graphical Techniques/Analysis
- Quantitative Techniques/Analysis
- Visual Result/Presentation
- Executive Summary
- Market Insights
- Economic Factor Analysis
- Drivers
- Trends
- Opportunities
- Challenges
- Competitors & Product Analysis
- Regulatory Framework
- Company market share analysis, 2019
- Porter’s Five forces analysis
- New Investment Analysis
- PESTEL Analysis
- Economic Factor Analysis
- Global Chelating Agents Market Overview
- Market Size & Forecast, 2016-2027
- Demand
- By Value (USD Million)
- Market Share & Forecast, 2016-2027
- By Type
- Non-biodegradable Chelating Agents
- Biodegradable Chelating Agents
- By Application
- Pulp & Paper
- Cleaning
- Water Treatment
- Agrochemicals
- Personal Care
- Others
- By Region
- Europe
- North America
- Asia Pacific
- South America
- Middle East & Africa
- By Type
- Demand
- Market Size & Forecast, 2016-2027
- Europe Chelating Agents Market Overview
- Europe Chelating Agents Market Size & Forecast, 2016-2027
- Demand
- By Value (USD Million)
- Europe Chelating Agents Market Share & Forecast, 2016-2027
- By Type
- Non-biodegradable Chelating Agents
- Biodegradable Chelating Agents
- By Application
- Pulp & Paper
- Cleaning
- Water Treatment
- Agrochemicals
- Personal Care
- Others
- By Country
- Germany
- UK
- France
- Italy
- Rest of Europe
- Company Market Share (Top 3-5)
- Economic Impact Study on Europe Chelating Agents Market
- By Type
- Demand
- Europe Chelating Agents Market Size & Forecast, 2016-2027
- North America Chelating Agents Market Overview
- North America Chelating Agents Market Size & Forecast, 2016-2027
- Demand
- By Value (USD Million)
- North America Chelating Agents Market Share & Forecast, 2016-2027
- By Type
- Non-biodegradable Chelating Agents
- Biodegradable Chelating Agents
- By Application
- Pulp & Paper
- Cleaning
- Water Treatment
- Agrochemicals
- Personal Care
- Others
- By Country
- US
- Canada
- Mexico
- Company Market Share (Top 3-5)
- Economic Impact Study on North America Chelating Agents Market
- By Type
- Demand
- North America Chelating Agents Market Size & Forecast, 2016-2027
- Asia Pacific Chelating Agents Market Overview
- Asia Pacific Chelating Agents Market Size & Forecast, 2016-2027
- Demand
- By Value (USD Million)
- Asia Pacific Chelating Agents Market Share & Forecast, 2016-2027
- By Type
- Non-biodegradable Chelating Agents
- Biodegradable Chelating Agents
- By Application
- Pulp & Paper
- Cleaning
- Water Treatment
- Agrochemicals
- Personal Care
- Others
- By Country
- China
- India
- Japan
- Australia
- Rest of Asia Pacific
- Company Market Share (Top 3-5)
- Economic Chelating Agents Market Overview
- By Type
- South America Chelating Agents Market Size & Forecast, 2016-2027
- Demand
- By Value (USD Million)
- South America Chelating Agents Market Share & Forecast, 2016-2027
- By Type
- Non-biodegradable Chelating Agents
- Biodegradable Chelating Agents
- By Application
- Pulp & Paper
- Cleaning
- Water Treatment
- Agrochemicals
- Personal Care
- Others
- By Country
- Brazil
- Argentina
- Rest of South America
- Company Market Share (Top 3-5)
- Economic Impact Study on South America Chelating Agents Market
- By Type
- Demand
- Demand
- Asia Pacific Chelating Agents Market Size & Forecast, 2016-2027
- Middle East & Africa Chelating Agents Market Overview
- Middle East & Africa Chelating Agents Market Size & Forecast, 2016-2027
- Demand
- By Value (USD Million)
- Middle East & Africa Chelating Agents Market Share & Forecast, 2016-2027
- By Type
- Non-biodegradable Chelating Agents
- Biodegradable Chelating Agents
- By Application
- Pulp & Paper
- Cleaning
- Water Treatment
- Agrochemicals
- Personal Care
- Others
- By Country
- Saudi Arabia
- UAE
- South Africa
- Rest of Middle East & Africa
- Company Market Share (Top 3-5)
- Economic Impact Study on Middle East & Africa Chelating Agents Market
- By Type
- Demand
- Middle East & Africa Chelating Agents Market Size & Forecast, 2016-2027
- Competitor Analysis
- Company Description
- Financial Analysis
- Key Products
- Key Management Personnel
- Contact Address
- SWOT Analysis
- Company Profile
- BAS, Dow
- Nouryon
- Kemira Oyj
- Mitsubishi Chemical Holdings Corporation
- Hexion
- ADM
- Ascend Performance Materials
- MilliporeSigma
- Nippon Shokubai Co., Ltd
- Other players
