Defoamers Market - Global Industry Size, Share, Trends, Opportunity, & Forecast Segmented By Product, By Application, By Region and Competition, 2020-2030F

Description

The Global Defoamers Market, valued at USD 3.3 Billion in 2024, is projected to experience a CAGR of 4.96% to reach USD 4.41 Billion by 2030. Defoamers are chemical additives employed to control and eliminate foam in industrial liquid processes, mitigating issues such as reduced efficiency and product defects. The market's expansion is fundamentally driven by the sustained growth of key end-use industries, including pulp and paper, water treatment, paints and coatings, and oil and gas. Increasing industrialization in emerging economies and the rising demand for effective process optimization across various manufacturing sectors further underpin this growth.

Market Overview
Forecast Period	2026-2030
Market Size 2024	USD 3.3 Billion
Market Size 2030	USD 4.41 Billion
CAGR 2025-2030	4.96%
Fastest Growing Segment	Paints & Coatings
Largest Market	Asia Pacific

Key Market Drivers

The global defoamers market is significantly influenced by the sustained expansion of diverse end-use industries, which inherently generate demand for foam control solutions. As sectors such as pulp and paper, water treatment, paints and coatings, and oil and gas experience growth, the necessity for defoamers to maintain process integrity and product quality escalates. For instance, according to the National Association of Manufacturers (NAM), in its Q1 2024 Manufacturers' Outlook Survey conducted in February 2024, American manufacturers anticipate 2.2% growth in sales over the coming 12 months, indicating a robust environment for industrial chemical suppliers like defoamer manufacturers.

Key Market Challenges

The global defoamers market experiences a significant constraint on its expansion due to volatile raw material prices. Fluctuations in the cost of essential chemical feedstocks and energy directly translate into higher manufacturing expenses for defoamer producers. This upward trajectory in production costs erodes profit margins for manufacturers, which in turn limits their capacity for reinvestment in research, development, and scaling up production. According to Cefic, European gas prices in the first half of 2024 were 70% above their 2014-2019 average, underscoring the substantial impact of energy costs on the chemical industry.

Key Market Trends

The increasing shift towards bio-based and sustainable defoamer formulations represents a major trend. This move is largely influenced by growing regulatory pressures and heightened consumer awareness regarding environmental impact. Manufacturers are actively exploring renewable raw materials and greener processes to develop eco-friendly defoamers. For instance, Evonik Coating Additives introduced two new defoamers, TEGO Foamex 16 and TEGO Foamex 11, at the American Coatings Show in April 2024, with TEGO Foamex 16 containing 25 percent bio-based material, aiming to reduce the environmental footprint of coatings and inks. The American Chemistry Council (ACC) emphasized in its May 2024 report, "Sustainability Starts with Chemistry," the critical role of the chemical industry in advancing global sustainability efforts, which includes developing innovative, lower-emissions technologies and alternative feedstocks. This trend is pushing the defoamers market towards solutions that offer both performance and a minimized environmental impact.

Key Market Players

Kemira Oyj
Air Products and Chemicals, Inc.
Ashland Inc.
Elkem ASA
The Dow Chemical Company
Evonik Industries AG
Wacker Chemie AG
Shin-Etsu Chemical Co., Ltd.
BASF SE
Elementis Plc

Report Scope:

In this report, the Global Defoamers Market has been segmented into the following categories, in addition to the industry trends which have also been detailed below:

Defoamers Market, By Product:

Water based Defoamers
Oil Based Defoamers
Silicone Based Defoamers
Others

Defoamers Market, By Application:

Paints & Coatings
Adhesives & Sealants
Personal Care & Cosmetics
Agriculture
Food & Beverages
Others

Defoamers Market, By Region:

North America
- United States
- Canada
- Mexico
Europe
- France
- United Kingdom
- Italy
- Germany
- Spain
Asia Pacific
- China
- India
- Japan
- Australia
- South Korea
South America
- Brazil
- Argentina
- Colombia
Middle East & Africa
- South Africa
- Saudi Arabia
- UAE

Competitive Landscape

Company Profiles: Detailed analysis of the major companies presents in the Global Defoamers Market.

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1. Product Overview

1.1. Market Definition
1.2. Scope of the Market
- 1.2.1. Markets Covered
- 1.2.2. Years Considered for Study
- 1.2.3. Key Market Segmentations

2. Research Methodology

2.1. Objective of the Study
2.2. Baseline Methodology
2.3. Key Industry Partners
2.4. Major Association and Secondary Sources
2.5. Forecasting Methodology
2.6. Data Triangulation & Validation
2.7. Assumptions and Limitations

3. Executive Summary

3.1. Overview of the Market
3.2. Overview of Key Market Segmentations
3.3. Overview of Key Market Players
3.4. Overview of Key Regions/Countries
3.5. Overview of Market Drivers, Challenges, Trends

4. Voice of Customer

5. Global Defoamers Market Outlook

5.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 5.1.1. By Value
5.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 5.2.1. By Product (Water based Defoamers, Oil Based Defoamers, Silicone Based Defoamers, Others)
- 5.2.2. By Application (Paints & Coatings, Adhesives & Sealants, Personal Care & Cosmetics, Agriculture, Food & Beverages, Others)
- 5.2.3. By Region
- 5.2.4. By Company (2024)
5.3. Market Map

6. North America Defoamers Market Outlook

6.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 6.1.1. By Value
6.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 6.2.1. By Product
- 6.2.2. By Application
- 6.2.3. By Country
6.3. North America: Country Analysis
- 6.3.1. United States Defoamers Market Outlook
  - 6.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 6.3.1.1.1. By Value
  - 6.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 6.3.1.2.1. By Product
    - 6.3.1.2.2. By Application
- 6.3.2. Canada Defoamers Market Outlook
  - 6.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 6.3.2.1.1. By Value
  - 6.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 6.3.2.2.1. By Product
    - 6.3.2.2.2. By Application
- 6.3.3. Mexico Defoamers Market Outlook
  - 6.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 6.3.3.1.1. By Value
  - 6.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 6.3.3.2.1. By Product
    - 6.3.3.2.2. By Application

7. Europe Defoamers Market Outlook

7.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 7.1.1. By Value
7.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 7.2.1. By Product
- 7.2.2. By Application
- 7.2.3. By Country
7.3. Europe: Country Analysis
- 7.3.1. Germany Defoamers Market Outlook
  - 7.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 7.3.1.1.1. By Value
  - 7.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 7.3.1.2.1. By Product
    - 7.3.1.2.2. By Application
- 7.3.2. France Defoamers Market Outlook
  - 7.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 7.3.2.1.1. By Value
  - 7.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 7.3.2.2.1. By Product
    - 7.3.2.2.2. By Application
- 7.3.3. United Kingdom Defoamers Market Outlook
  - 7.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 7.3.3.1.1. By Value
  - 7.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 7.3.3.2.1. By Product
    - 7.3.3.2.2. By Application
- 7.3.4. Italy Defoamers Market Outlook
  - 7.3.4.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 7.3.4.1.1. By Value
  - 7.3.4.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 7.3.4.2.1. By Product
    - 7.3.4.2.2. By Application
- 7.3.5. Spain Defoamers Market Outlook
  - 7.3.5.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 7.3.5.1.1. By Value
  - 7.3.5.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 7.3.5.2.1. By Product
    - 7.3.5.2.2. By Application

8. Asia Pacific Defoamers Market Outlook

8.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 8.1.1. By Value
8.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 8.2.1. By Product
- 8.2.2. By Application
- 8.2.3. By Country
8.3. Asia Pacific: Country Analysis
- 8.3.1. China Defoamers Market Outlook
  - 8.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 8.3.1.1.1. By Value
  - 8.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 8.3.1.2.1. By Product
    - 8.3.1.2.2. By Application
- 8.3.2. India Defoamers Market Outlook
  - 8.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 8.3.2.1.1. By Value
  - 8.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 8.3.2.2.1. By Product
    - 8.3.2.2.2. By Application
- 8.3.3. Japan Defoamers Market Outlook
  - 8.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 8.3.3.1.1. By Value
  - 8.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 8.3.3.2.1. By Product
    - 8.3.3.2.2. By Application
- 8.3.4. South Korea Defoamers Market Outlook
  - 8.3.4.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 8.3.4.1.1. By Value
  - 8.3.4.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 8.3.4.2.1. By Product
    - 8.3.4.2.2. By Application
- 8.3.5. Australia Defoamers Market Outlook
  - 8.3.5.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 8.3.5.1.1. By Value
  - 8.3.5.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 8.3.5.2.1. By Product
    - 8.3.5.2.2. By Application

9. Middle East & Africa Defoamers Market Outlook

9.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 9.1.1. By Value
9.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 9.2.1. By Product
- 9.2.2. By Application
- 9.2.3. By Country
9.3. Middle East & Africa: Country Analysis
- 9.3.1. Saudi Arabia Defoamers Market Outlook
  - 9.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 9.3.1.1.1. By Value
  - 9.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 9.3.1.2.1. By Product
    - 9.3.1.2.2. By Application
- 9.3.2. UAE Defoamers Market Outlook
  - 9.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 9.3.2.1.1. By Value
  - 9.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 9.3.2.2.1. By Product
    - 9.3.2.2.2. By Application
- 9.3.3. South Africa Defoamers Market Outlook
  - 9.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 9.3.3.1.1. By Value
  - 9.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 9.3.3.2.1. By Product
    - 9.3.3.2.2. By Application

10. South America Defoamers Market Outlook

10.1. Market Size & Forecast
- 10.1.1. By Value
10.2. Market Share & Forecast
- 10.2.1. By Product
- 10.2.2. By Application
- 10.2.3. By Country
10.3. South America: Country Analysis
- 10.3.1. Brazil Defoamers Market Outlook
  - 10.3.1.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 10.3.1.1.1. By Value
  - 10.3.1.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 10.3.1.2.1. By Product
    - 10.3.1.2.2. By Application
- 10.3.2. Colombia Defoamers Market Outlook
  - 10.3.2.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 10.3.2.1.1. By Value
  - 10.3.2.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 10.3.2.2.1. By Product
    - 10.3.2.2.2. By Application
- 10.3.3. Argentina Defoamers Market Outlook
  - 10.3.3.1. Market Size & Forecast
    - 10.3.3.1.1. By Value
  - 10.3.3.2. Market Share & Forecast
    - 10.3.3.2.1. By Product
    - 10.3.3.2.2. By Application

11. Market Dynamics

11.1. Drivers
11.2. Challenges

12. Market Trends & Developments

12.1. Merger & Acquisition (If Any)
12.2. Product Launches (If Any)
12.3. Recent Developments

13. Global Defoamers Market: SWOT Analysis

14. Porter's Five Forces Analysis

14.1. Competition in the Industry
14.2. Potential of New Entrants
14.3. Power of Suppliers
14.4. Power of Customers
14.5. Threat of Substitute Products

15. Competitive Landscape

15.1. Kemira Oyj
- 15.1.1. Business Overview
- 15.1.2. Products & Services
- 15.1.3. Recent Developments
- 15.1.4. Key Personnel
- 15.1.5. SWOT Analysis
15.2. Air Products and Chemicals, Inc.
15.3. Ashland Inc.
15.4. Elkem ASA
15.5. The Dow Chemical Company
15.6. Evonik Industries AG
15.7. Wacker Chemie AG
15.8. Shin-Etsu Chemical Co., Ltd.
15.9. BASF SE
15.10. Elementis Plc