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Swimming pool treatment chemicals are a range of chemical substances designed to maintain and manage the water quality in swimming pools. These chemicals help ensure the water remains safe, clean, and free from harmful microorganisms, algae, and other contaminants.
The main types of swimming pool treatment chemicals include sanitizers, pH adjusters, algaecides, water balancers, and others. Sanitizers are crucial for maintaining safe swimming conditions by controlling harmful microorganisms, ensuring water clarity, and preventing algae growth. The different types of pools include residential pools, commercial pools, public pools, and specialty pools such as infinity pools and saltwater pools. The primary end users of these products are residential and commercial pool owners.
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 influenced the swimming pool treatment chemicals market by increasing prices of imported chlorine compounds, specialty algaecides, and balancing agents. These impacts affect residential and commercial pool operators, particularly in regions dependent on chemical imports such as asia pacific. Rising costs have influenced maintenance expenses and service pricing. At the same time, tariffs are encouraging local chemical manufacturing, formulation optimization, and development of alternative non chlorine pool treatment solutions.
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The swimming pool treatment chemicals market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $2.27 billion in 2025 to $2.46 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.7%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growth in residential swimming pool installations, widespread use of chlorine sanitizers, expansion of hospitality industry pools, demand for water hygiene solutions, availability of basic pool chemicals.
The swimming pool treatment chemicals market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $3.42 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.5%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to growth in urban lifestyle amenities, rising public health awareness, expansion of commercial aquatic facilities, adoption of automated pool systems, demand for eco friendly treatment chemicals. Major trends in the forecast period include rising demand for safe and hygienic pool water, growing use of chlorine alternatives, increased adoption in residential pools, focus on algae and microbial control, expansion of commercial pool maintenance.
The rising popularity of recreational activities is expected to drive the growth of the swimming pool treatment chemicals market. The popularity of recreational activities is influenced by factors such as health and wellness, physical well-being, cultural trends, technological advancements, and the impact of social media. Swimming pool treatment chemicals play a crucial role in supporting this trend, particularly in swimming and water-based leisure activities. These chemicals ensure clean, safe, and hygienic water conditions, preventing the growth of harmful bacteria and algae, and improving the overall swimming experience. For example, in November 2023, the Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) reported that the outdoor recreation economy contributed approximately $563.7 billion to the national GDP, representing 2.2% of the total. This sector saw a 4.8% increase in real GDP, with employment rising by 7.4%. Therefore, the growing popularity of recreational activities is driving the demand for swimming pool treatment chemicals.
Major companies in the swimming pool treatment chemicals market are focusing on advanced solutions, such as biological filtration systems, to improve water quality, ensure health and safety, and minimize environmental impact. Biological filtration systems utilize natural processes to remove pathogens and impurities from pool water without relying on chlorine or other chemical disinfectants. For example, in February 2025, Origin Aqua Ltd., a UK-based company, introduced the latest version of its Mineral+Biome system at Spatex 2025. The system delivers high-quality mineral water while reducing energy use and wastewater by up to 50% compared with traditional filtration methods. Modular and automated, it can be installed in nearly any new or existing pool, offering an eco-friendly alternative to conventional chemical treatments while maintaining superior water quality.
In April 2023, Hasa Inc., a US-based producer of water treatment products, acquired Orenda Technologies Inc. for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition was aimed at enhancing Hasa's portfolio of specialty pool chemicals, which are increasingly essential for maintaining safe, clean, and clear water in swimming pools and spas. Orenda Technologies Inc. is a US-based manufacturer known for its eco-friendly specialty pool chemicals.
Major companies operating in the swimming pool treatment chemicals market are Solvay S.A., Westlake Chemical Corporation, Ecolab Inc., Aditya Birla Chemicals Ltd., Olin Corporation, ICL Industrial Products Ltd., Ercros S.A., Lo-Chlor Specialty Chemicals, Clearon Corp., HASA Inc., Pool Chlor (Aust) Pty Ltd., Orenda Technologies, BioLab Inc., Hydrachem Ltd., Haviland Pool & Spa Products, Regal Chemicals Inc., PoolCorp, NCI - National Chemical Laboratories, Waterline Technologies, BioGuard Products LLC, Lonza Water Care, Proteam Products Inc., Robelle Industries Inc.
North America was the largest region in the swimming pool treatment chemicals market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the swimming pool 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 swimming pool treatment chemicals market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain
The swimming pool treatment chemicals market consists of sales of calcium hypochlorite, sodium hypochlorite, trichloroisocyanuric acid and bromine. 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
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