PUBLISHER: The Business Research Company | PRODUCT CODE: 1926012
PUBLISHER: The Business Research Company | PRODUCT CODE: 1926012
Cooling water treatment chemicals are essential substances utilized to uphold the effectiveness and durability of cooling systems by managing scale, corrosion, and microbial growth. These chemicals play a crucial role in preventing the accumulation of mineral deposits, which can impede heat transfer and diminish system efficiency. Among these chemicals are scale inhibitors, which work by sequestering or dispersing scale-forming ions such as calcium, magnesium, and silica to deter scale formation.
The primary categories of cooling water treatment chemicals include scale inhibitors, corrosion inhibitors, biocides, and other additives. Scale inhibitors, specifically, serve to forestall the buildup of mineral scale deposits within cooling water systems, thereby sustaining efficiency and extending equipment lifespan. These chemicals find application across diverse sectors such as raw water treatment, water desalination, cooling processes, boilers, effluent water treatment, among others. They are widely employed by industries spanning power generation, steel manufacturing, mining, metallurgy, petrochemicals, oil and gas, food and beverage, textiles, and various other sectors.
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 have had a significant impact on the cooling water treatment chemicals market by increasing the cost of specialty chemicals, additives, and imported treatment formulations. Industries in Asia Pacific, North America, and Europe face higher operational costs, particularly in power generation, oil and gas, and heavy manufacturing sectors. These tariffs affect pricing and supply chain stability for scale inhibitors, corrosion inhibitors, and biocides. However, tariff pressure is accelerating domestic chemical manufacturing, local sourcing strategies, and innovation in cost optimized formulations, supporting long term market sustainability.
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The cooling water treatment chemicals market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $17.4 billion in 2025 to $18.57 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.7%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to industrial expansion of cooling systems, growth of power generation plants, increased water reuse requirements, early development of corrosion inhibitors, expansion of petrochemical industries.
The cooling water treatment chemicals market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $23.2 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.7%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to rising industrial water demand, stricter environmental regulations, expansion of power infrastructure, adoption of smart water management, growth in industrial cooling capacity. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing demand for scale and corrosion control, growing adoption in industrial cooling systems, rising focus on water conservation solutions, expansion of chemical treatment in power plants, higher emphasis on regulatory compliance and safety.
The growing demand from the power industry is expected to propel the growth of the cooling water treatment chemicals market going forward. The power industry comprises organizations responsible for electricity generation, where cooling systems play a critical role in maintaining operational efficiency. Demand for cooling water treatment chemicals continues to rise due to the need to control corrosion, scaling, and microbiological growth, ensuring the reliability and longevity of power plant equipment. These chemicals support efficient heat transfer and help maintain optimal plant performance. For instance, in July 2025, the International Energy Agency reported that global electricity demand is expected to increase by 3.3% in 2025, following a 4.4% rise in 2024, with renewables, natural gas, and nuclear energy contributing significantly to the additional demand. Therefore, the growing demand from power industries is driving the expansion of the cooling water treatment chemicals market.
Major companies in the cooling water treatment chemicals market are focusing on developing advanced eco-efficient cooling programs to enhance system reliability and promote sustainability. These programs are high-performance water treatment solutions designed to reduce water usage, energy consumption, and environmental impact while optimizing cooling system operations. For example, in April 2024, Nalco Water, an Ecolab company based in the United States, introduced its Premium Cooling Water Program to improve reliability, performance, and sustainability across the power, energy, chemical, and metal industries. This program integrates water management expertise with digital capabilities, including next-generation 3D TRASAR automation technology and advanced deposit-sensing systems that offer real-time detection of scale buildup, enabling timely corrective actions to reduce downtime and maintenance costs.
In October 2023, Solenis LLC, a US-based chemicals company, acquired CedarChem LLC for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition strengthens Solenis' water and wastewater treatment portfolio and enhances its service capabilities in the southeastern United States through a direct go-to-market strategy. CedarChem LLC is a US-based provider of water and wastewater treatment solutions.
Major companies operating in the cooling water treatment chemicals market are Dow Chemical Company, Ecolab Inc., Arkema S.A., Lonza Group Ltd, Solenis LLC, Kemira Oyj, Veolia Water Technologies & Solutions, Innospec Inc., Hydrite Chemical Co, Italmatch Chemicals S.p.A., DuBois Chemicals Inc., Ixom Operations Pty Ltd, Chem-Aqua Inc., Shandong Taihe Water Treatment Co Ltd, Aquapharm Chemicals Pvt. Ltd., Kurita Water Industries Ltd, Guardian Chemical Specialties Inc., Chemtex Speciality Limited, Accepta Ltd, BWA Water Additives UK Ltd., Zaozhuang Kerui Chemicals Co Ltd, Aries Chemical Inc., SNF Floerger
Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the cooling water treatment chemicals market in 2025. North America is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the cooling water treatment chemicals market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa
The countries covered in the cooling water treatment chemicals market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain
The cooling water treatment chemicals market consists of sales of cleaners, filming inhibitors, alkalinity builders, anti-foaming agents, and oxygen scavengers. 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.
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