PUBLISHER: Global Market Insights Inc. | PRODUCT CODE: 1460138
PUBLISHER: Global Market Insights Inc. | PRODUCT CODE: 1460138
Sizing Agents Market - By Type (Natural, Synthetic), By Application (Textile & Fiber, Paper & Paperboard, Cosmetics, Food & Beverage, Construction, Pharmaceuticals, Cosmetics & Personal Care), By Functionality & Forecast, 2024 - 2032
Sizing Agents Market size is projected to expand at over 4% CAGR from 2024 to 2032, driven by increasing demand in the paper & textile sector to improve the strength, smoothness, and printability of paper and fabrics. The expanding construction and automotive sectors worldwide coupled with the surging demand for lightweight materials will boost the adoption of sizing agents for reinforcing fibers and enhancing material properties.
According to the Census Bureau of the Department of Commerce of the U.S., the total e-commerce sales in the country reached $1,118.7 billion in 2023. The expansion of e-commerce sector is accelerating the need for sizing agents for packaging purposes. Moreover, the advancements in sizing agent formulations are offering efficiency and environmental sustainability. The rising trend of eco-friendly and bio-based sizing agents to match the growing emphasis on sustainability will further drive innovations in the industry.
The sizing agents market is categorized into type, application, functionality, and region.
Based on type, the market value from the natural segment is anticipated to rise at 4.1% rate until 2032, owing to the increasing demand for eco-friendly and sustainable solutions. Natural sizing agents, derived from renewable sources like starch, cellulose, and proteins, align with the growing preference for environmentally friendly products. The rollout of stringent regulations is also promoting the use of natural and biodegradable sizing agents, further spurring their adoption.
With respect to application, the sizing agents market valuation from the food & beverages segment is estimated to witness 4.1% CAGR through 2032. This is on account of the increasing demand for food-grade agents in the food packaging sector. Sizing agents are utilized to coat paper and cardboard packaging materials for providing moisture resistance and enhancing printability. The growing focus on food safety and regulatory compliance is also driving the adoption of sizing agents in food packaging.
Regionally, the North America sizing agents market is anticipated to record 4.2% gains from 2024 to 2032, due to the expanding paper and packaging sector in the region. The strong e-commerce growth and increasing demand for sustainable packaging solutions is accelerating the consumption of sizing agents. The expanding construction sector coupled with the rising infrastructure development projects are spurring the demand for sizing agents in fiber-reinforced composites. Technological developments in sizing agent formulations are also offering improved efficiency and performance, further driving the regional industry forward.
Table of Contents
Chapter 1 Methodology & Scope
- 1.1 Market scope & definition
- 1.2 Base estimates & calculations
- 1.3 Forecast calculation
- 1.4 Data sources
- 1.4.1 Primary
- 1.4.2 Secondary
- 1.4.2.1 Paid sources
- 1.4.2.2 Public sources
Chapter 2 Executive Summary
- 2.1 Industry 360 degree synopsis
Chapter 3 Industry Insights
- 3.1 Industry ecosystem analysis
- 3.2 Technology & innovation landscape
- 3.3 Regulatory landscape
- 3.4 Industry impact forces
- 3.4.1 Growth drivers
- 3.4.1.1 Booming textile Industry
- 3.4.1.2 Technological advancements
- 3.4.1.3 Focus on non-woven fabrics
- 3.4.2 Industry pitfalls & challenges
- 3.4.2.1 Environmental regulations
- 3.4.1 Growth drivers
- 3.5 Growth potential analysis
- 3.6 Porter's analysis
- 3.6.1 Supplier power
- 3.6.2 Buyer power
- 3.6.3 Threat of new entrants
- 3.6.4 Threat of substitutes
- 3.6.5 Industry rivalry
- 3.7 PESTEL analysis
Chapter 4 Competitive Landscape, 2023
- 4.1 Company market share analysis
- 4.2 Competitive positioning matrix
- 4.3 Strategic outlook matrix
Chapter 5 Market Size and Forecast, By Type, 2018-2032 (USD Billion, Kilo Tons)
- 5.1 Key trends
- 5.2 Natural
- 5.3 Synthetic
- 5.4 Others
Chapter 6 Market Size and Forecast, By Application, 2018-2032 (USD Billion, Kilo Tons)
- 6.1 Key trends
- 6.2 Textile & fiber
- 6.3 Paper & paperboard
- 6.4 Cosmetics
- 6.5 Food & beverage
- 6.6 Construction
- 6.7 Pharmaceuticals
- 6.8 Cosmetics & personal care
- 6.9 Other
Chapter 7 Market Size and Forecast, By Functionality, 2018-2032 (USD Billion, Kilo Tons)
- 7.1 Key trends
- 7.2 Hydrophobicity
- 7.3 Stiffness
- 7.4 Abrasion resistance
- 7.5 Adhesion
- 7.6 Other
Chapter 8 Market Size and Forecast, By Region, 2018-2032 (USD Billion, Kilo Tons)
- 8.1 Key trends
- 8.2 North America
- 8.2.1 U.S.
- 8.2.2 Canada
- 8.3 Europe
- 8.3.1 Germany
- 8.3.2 UK
- 8.3.3 France
- 8.3.4 Italy
- 8.3.5 Spain
- 8.3.6 Rest of Europe
- 8.4 Asia Pacific
- 8.4.1 China
- 8.4.2 India
- 8.4.3 Japan
- 8.4.4 South Korea
- 8.4.5 Australia
- 8.4.6 Rest of Asia Pacific
- 8.5 Latin America
- 8.5.1 Brazil
- 8.5.2 Mexico
- 8.5.3 Argentina
- 8.5.4 Rest of Latin America
- 8.6 MEA
- 8.6.1 Saudi Arabia
- 8.6.2 UAE
- 8.6.3 South Africa
- 8.6.4 Rest of UAE
Chapter 9 Company Profiles
- 9.1 AkzoNobel N.V.
- 9.2 Ashland Global Holdings Inc.
- 9.3 BASF SE
- 9.4 Ciba Specialty Chemicals Inc.
- 9.5 Clariant AG
- 9.6 Dow
- 9.7 Evonik Industries
- 9.8 Huntsman Corporation
- 9.9 Imerys S.A.
- 9.10 Kemira Oyj
- 9.11 Nalco Holding Company
- 9.12 Roquette Frères
- 9.13 Solvay S.A.
- 9.14 Tate & Lyle Plc
- 9.15 Wacker Chemie AG
