Biocides Global Market Report 2026

Biocides encompass chemical compounds or microorganisms utilized to biologically or chemically eliminate, render harmless, deter, or control hazardous organisms. They find diverse applications, including incorporation into cosmetics and personal care products, treatment of drinking water, management of skin infections, and preservation of animal food from microorganisms. The use of chemical biocides is crucial for maintaining the security, proper functioning, and optimal performance of systems, ensuring continuous water quality.

Two primary categories of biocides are oxidizing biocides and non-oxidizing biocides. Oxidizing biocides are those capable of electrochemically oxidizing microorganisms, thereby exterminating them. These biocides are available in various grades, including food grade, pharmaceutical grade, and industrial or technical grade, catering to applications such as water treatment, personal care, wood preservation, as well as paints and coatings.

Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report's Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.

Tariffs are impacting the biocides market by increasing costs of imported chemical intermediates, specialty active ingredients, and formulation additives used across water treatment, agrochemicals, and personal care applications. North America and Europe are most affected due to reliance on imported specialty chemicals, while Asia-Pacific faces pricing pressure on export-oriented biocide production. These tariffs are increasing formulation costs and affecting supply consistency. However, they are also encouraging local chemical manufacturing, alternative sourcing strategies, and development of cost-optimized biocide formulations.

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The biocides market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $13.56 billion in 2025 to $14.65 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.0%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growth of municipal water treatment infrastructure, expansion of industrial cooling water systems, rising use of preservatives in food and cosmetics, increasing demand for disinfection chemicals, availability of synthetic biocide formulations.

The biocides market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $19.81 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.8%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to rising regulatory focus on water quality standards, growing adoption of sustainable biocides, expansion of industrial wastewater treatment, increasing demand from healthcare and hygiene sectors, innovation in low-toxicity biocide formulations. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing demand for eco-friendly biocides, rising adoption of advanced water treatment chemicals, growing use of broad-spectrum biocides, expansion of biocides in personal care formulations, enhanced focus on microbial control efficiency.

The growing demand from the food and beverage industry is expected to drive the growth of the biocides market. The food and beverage sector involves the production, processing, distribution, and sale of food and drink products, covering activities such as agriculture, food manufacturing, food service, retail, and catering. Biocides are used in this industry to control microbial growth, prevent foodborne illnesses, and extend the shelf life of products. For example, in July 2025, according to Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC), a Canada-based government department, Canadian exports of processed food and beverage products reached $59.8 billion in 2024, representing a 3.8% increase over 2023. Therefore, rising demand in the food and beverage sector is boosting the biocides market.

Prominent players in the animal and biocides market are strategically prioritizing innovation to address agricultural challenges. For instance, in August 2023, FMC Corporation, a reputable US-based chemical manufacturing company, unveiled ENTAZIA, a cutting-edge broad-spectrum biocide. Designed to assist rice farmers in safeguarding crops and enhancing yields, ENTAZIA proves effective against a diverse range of plant diseases, including the notorious rice leaf blight. Notably, it is a highly selective biocide, demonstrating efficacy against harmful organisms while sparing beneficial ones. The biocide's formulation is based on the unique active ingredient, fluopicolide, positioning it as a new-generation solution. With broad-spectrum activity, high selectivity, systemic action, and minimal environmental impact, ENTAZIA stands as a powerful and effective tool for rice farmers seeking crop protection and increased yields.

In September 2024, Ramboll, a Denmark-based architectural engineering firm, acquired SCC Scientific Consulting for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition aims to bolster Ramboll's expertise in health sciences, with a focus on sustainable solutions in agrochemicals and product safety. This strategic move positions Ramboll as a leader in navigating complex regulatory environments and tackling global challenges. SCC Scientific Consulting, a UK-based regulatory consulting company, specializes in regulatory compliance and risk assessment for biocides, aiding companies in product development and safety evaluations. Their expertise ensures that biocidal products comply with industry standards and environmental regulations.

Major companies operating in the biocides market are Chem Treat Inc., The Dow Chemical Company, LANXESS AG, Thor Group Limited, BASF SE, Kemira Oyj, Solvay SA, Nouryon Holding B.V., Solenis LLC, Veolia Environnement S.A., Troy Corporation, BWA Water Additives, Italmatch Chemicals S.p.A., Ecolab Inc., Evonik Industries AG, Clariant AG, Corbion NV, Kemin Industries Inc., Albemarle Corporation, Buckman Laboratories International Inc., Hexion Inc., Lonza Group Ltd.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the biocides market in 2025. The regions covered in the biocides market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa

The countries covered in the biocides market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain

The biocides market consists of sales of halogen compounds, metallic compounds, organosulfur compounds, organic acids, phenolic compounds, and nitrogen compounds. Values in this market are 'factory gate' values, that is, the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

Biocides Market Global Report 2026 from The Business Research Company provides strategists, marketers and senior management with the critical information they need to assess the market.

This report focuses biocides market which is experiencing strong growth. The report gives a guide to the trends which will be shaping the market over the next ten years and beyond.

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The report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, total addressable market (TAM), market attractiveness score (MAS), competitive landscape, market shares, company scoring matrix, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market's historic and forecast market growth by geography.

• The market characteristics section of the report defines and explains the market. This section also examines key products and services offered in the market, evaluates brand-level differentiation, compares product features, and highlights major innovation and product development trends.
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• The market size section gives the market size ($b) covering both the historic growth of the market, and forecasting its development.
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• Market segmentations break down the market into sub markets.
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Scope

• Markets Covered:1) By Type: Oxidizing Biocides; Non-Oxidizing Biocides
• 2) By Grade: Food Grade; Pharmaceutical Grade; Industrial Or Technical Grade
• 3) By End User: Agrochemicals; Food And Beverages; Water Treatment; Paints And Coatings; Wood Preservatives; Cleaning Agents; Other End Users
• Subsegments:
• 1) By Oxidizing Biocides: Chlorine Compounds; Bromine Compounds; Hydrogen Peroxide; Ozone
• 2) By Non-Oxidizing Biocides: Quaternary Ammonium Compounds (Quats); Phenolic Compounds; Isothiazolinones; Alcohols; Others (Carbamates, Glycols)
• Companies Mentioned: Chem Treat Inc.; The Dow Chemical Company; LANXESS AG; Thor Group Limited; BASF SE; Kemira Oyj; Solvay SA; Nouryon Holding B.V.; Solenis LLC; Veolia Environnement S.A.; Troy Corporation; BWA Water Additives; Italmatch Chemicals S.p.A.; Ecolab Inc.; Evonik Industries AG; Clariant AG; Corbion NV; Kemin Industries Inc.; Albemarle Corporation; Buckman Laboratories International Inc.; Hexion Inc.; Lonza Group Ltd.
• Countries: Australia; Brazil; China; France; Germany; India; Indonesia; Japan; Taiwan; Russia; South Korea; UK; USA; Canada; Italy; Spain
• Regions: Asia-Pacific; South East Asia; Western Europe; Eastern Europe; North America; South America; Middle East; Africa
• Time Series: Five years historic and ten years forecast.
• Data: Ratios of market size and growth to related markets, GDP proportions, expenditure per capita,
• Data Segmentations: country and regional historic and forecast data, market share of competitors, market segments.
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