Water treatment chemicals market is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of 7.4% during the forecast period (2024-2031). A major factor supporting the market growth is the increasing global population coupled with rapid industrialization and urbanization. As populations grow and urban areas expand, there is a corresponding rise in the demand for clean water for various purposes such as drinking, industrial processes, and agriculture. These chemicals are added to water to remove impurities, disinfect pathogens, and improve overall water quality.
Market Dynamics
Stringent Environmental Regulations
Stringent environmental regulations refer to laws and standards implemented by governments to protect the environment and public health. These regulations set strict limits on pollutants, emissions, and waste disposal, aiming to minimize environmental degradation and safeguard natural resources. In the context of the water treatment chemicals market, stringent environmental regulations mandate the use of specific chemicals and treatment processes to ensure compliance with water quality standards and pollution control measures. Non-compliance with these regulations can result in fines, penalties, and legal liabilities for industries and municipalities, emphasizing the importance of adherence to environmental laws and regulations. For instance, NSF/ANSI/CAN 60, and ABNT NBR 15784 are two rules that are applied on the sale of drinking water treatment chemicals in US and Europe respectively.
Growing Industrialization is Increasing Opportunities
Growing industrialization refers to the increasing expansion and development of industrial activities within a region or globally. This phenomenon involves the establishment of new industries, the expansion of existing ones, and the adoption of industrial processes across various sectors of the economy. As industrialization progresses, there is a rise in manufacturing, production, and consumption of goods and services, driving economic growth and development. For instance, in August 2022, Suez SA, a French utility company, announced its acquisition of Veolia Environment SA's waste-treatment subsidiary based in the UK for approximately €2.3 billion ($2.4 billion). This strategic move allows Suez to reclaim ownership of the UK assets, which were previously subject to sale following concerns raised by the country's competition authority.
Market Segmentation
Boiler Water Treatment is Projected to Emerge as the Largest Segment
The boiler water treatment segment is expected to hold the largest share of the market. The primary factor supporting the segment's growth includes the demand for clean water and efficient water management practices across various industries. As industrial processes continue to expand globally, there's a heightened focus on maintaining the efficiency and longevity of boiler systems, which are essential for heating and generating steam used in various industrial operations.
Residential Segment to Hold a Considerable Market Share
The residential segment holds a significant share in the global water treatment chemicals market due to rising population and urbanization, which increase the demand for clean drinking water. Concerns about waterborne diseases and aging infrastructure further drive the adoption of residential water treatment solutions, including chemicals. Additionally, increasing disposable income levels enable more households to afford these treatments, while government regulations and standards mandate compliance with stricter water quality requirements. Technological advancements have also made residential water treatment solutions more accessible, contributing to the segment's substantial market presence.
Regional Outlook
The global water treatment chemicals market is further segmented based on geography including North America (the US, and Canada), Europe (UK, Italy, Spain, Germany, France, and the Rest of Europe), Asia-Pacific (India, China, Japan, South Korea, and Rest of Asia-Pacific), and the Rest of the World (the Middle East & Africa, and Latin America).
Asia-Pacific's Rapid Growth is Attributed to Rising Urbanization
The Asia-Pacific region is emerging as the fastest-growing market in the global water treatment chemicals industry. This growth is fueled by rapid industrialization, urbanization, and population expansion, leading to increased water pollution and wastewater generation. Stricter regulatory standards and investments in infrastructure further drive demand for water treatment chemicals to ensure compliance and meet water quality standards. For instance, in December 2022, Larsen and Toubro Construction revealed that its water and effluent treatment division had clinched a substantial contract from Tumakuru Industrial Township Limited (TITL) as part of the Chennai Bengaluru Industrial Corridor (CBIC) project.
Global Water Treatment Chemicals Market Growth by Region 2024-2031
North America Holds Major Market Share
Among all the regions, North America holds a significant share due to the strict regulatory standards, extensive industrialization, and urbanization. The region's robust infrastructure, technological advancements, and heightened awareness of water quality issues further contribute to its market dominance. Investments in upgrading water treatment facilities, coupled with the presence of key industry players and a focus on environmental sustainability, solidify North America's position as a major hub for water treatment chemicals. For instance, in October 2023, Solenis, a leading provider of specialty chemicals catering to water-intensive industries, completed the acquisition of CedarChem LLC. CedarChem specializes in offering a comprehensive range of water and wastewater treatment solutions tailored for both industrial and municipal sectors, with a primary focus on serving the southeastern US. This strategic acquisition is in line with Solenis' direct go-to-market approach, aimed at enhancing its portfolio of chemical and wastewater treatment products and services to better meet customer needs.
Market Players Outlook
*Note: Major Players Sorted in No Particular Order.
The major companies serving the global water treatment chemicals market include Ecolab, BASF SE, DOW, Kemira, and Solvay, among others. The market players are increasingly focusing on business expansion and product development by applying strategies such as collaborations, mergers and acquisitions to stay competitive in the market. For instance, in September 2023, Arclin announced the purchase of Belle Chemical Company, a producer of methylamines and derivatives. The addition of the Belle Chemical business will provide further diversification into water treatment, health care, pharmaceuticals, agriculture, oil and gas, and electronics.
The Report Covers
1. Report Summary
• Current Industry Analysis and Growth Potential Outlook
1.1. Research Methods and Tools
1.2. Market Breakdown
1.2.1. By Segments
1.2.2. By Region
2. Market Overview and Insights
2.1. Scope of the Report
2.2. Analyst Insight & Current Market Trends
2.2.1. Key Findings
2.2.2. Recommendations
2.2.3. Conclusion
3. Competitive Landscape
3.1. Key Company Analysis
3.2. BASF SE
3.2.1. Overview
3.2.2. Financial Analysis
3.2.3. SWOT Analysis
3.2.4. Recent Developments
3.3. Dow, Inc.
3.3.1. Overview
3.3.2. Financial Analysis
3.3.3. SWOT Analysis
3.3.4. Recent Developments
3.4. Ecolab, Inc.
3.4.1. Overview
3.4.2. Financial Analysis
3.4.3. SWOT Analysis
3.4.4. Recent Developments
3.5. Key Strategy Analysis
4. Market Segmentation
4.1. Global Water Treatment Chemicals Market by Type
4.1.1. Corrosion inhibitors
4.1.2. Scale inhibitors
4.1.3. Biocides & disinfectants
4.1.4. Coagulants & flocculants
4.1.5. Chelating agents
4.1.6. Anti-foaming agents
4.1.7. pH adjusters and stabilizers
4.2. Global Water Treatment Chemicals Market by Application
4.2.1. Boiler water treatment
4.2.2. Cooling water treatment
4.2.3. Raw water treatment
4.2.4. Water Desalination
4.3. Global Water Treatment Chemicals Market by End-Use
4.3.1. Residential
4.3.2. Commercial
4.3.2.1. Hotels & Restaurants
4.3.2.2. Hospitals
4.3.2.3. Office Spaces
4.3.2.4. Swimming Pools
4.3.3. Industrial
4.3.3.1. Municipal
4.3.3.2. Power
4.3.3.3. Oil & Gas
4.3.3.4. Mining & Mineral Processing
4.3.3.5. Chemicals & Fertilizers
4.3.3.6. Food & Beverage
4.3.3.7. Pulp & Paper
4.4. Global Water Treatment Chemicals Market by Source
4.4.1. Synthetic
4.4.2. Bio-based
5. Regional Analysis
5.1. North America
5.1.1. United States
5.1.2. Canada
5.2. Europe
5.2.1. UK
5.2.2. Germany
5.2.3. Italy
5.2.4. Spain
5.2.5. France
5.2.6. Rest of Europe
5.3. Asia-Pacific
5.3.1. China
5.3.2. India
5.3.3. Japan
5.3.4. South Korea
5.3.5. Rest of Asia-Pacific
5.4. Rest of the World
5.4.1. Latin America
5.4.2. Middle East & Africa
6. Company Profiles
6.1. Aries Chemicals, Inc.
6.2. Arxada
6.3. Baker Hughes Company
6.4. Buckman Laboratories, Inc.
6.5. Cortec Corporation
6.6. Dorf Ketal Chemicals Pvt. Ltd.
6.7. Feralco AB
6.8. Geo Specialty Chemicals Inc.
6.9. Hydrite Chemical Co.
6.10. Innospec Inc.
6.11. ION Exchange (India) Ltd.
6.12. Italmatch Chemicals S.P.A.
6.13. IXOM
6.14. Kemira
6.15. Kurita Water Industries Ltd.
6.16. MCC Chemicals, Inc.
6.17. Nouryon Chemical Holding B.V
6.18. SNF Floerger
6.19. Solvay
6.20. Thermax Limited
6.21. Uniphos Chemicals
6.22. Veolia Water Technologies
1. GLOBAL WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS MARKET RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS BY TYPE, 2023-2031 ($ MILLION)
2. GLOBAL CORROSION INHIBITORS WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS MARKET RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS BY REGION, 2023-2031 ($ MILLION)
3. GLOBAL SCALE INHIBITORS WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS MARKET RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS BY REGION, 2023-2031 ($ MILLION)
4. GLOBAL BIOCIDES & DISINFECTANTS WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS MARKET RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS BY REGION, 2023-2031 ($ MILLION)
5. GLOBAL COAGULANTS & FLOCCULANTS WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS MARKET RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS BY REGION, 2023-2031 ($ MILLION)
6. GLOBAL CHELATING AGENTS WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS MARKET RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS BY REGION, 2023-2031 ($ MILLION)
7. GLOBAL ANTI-FOAMING AGENTS WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS MARKET RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS BY REGION, 2023-2031 ($ MILLION)
8. GLOBAL PH ADJUSTERS AND STABILIZERS WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS MARKET RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS BY REGION, 2023-2031 ($ MILLION)
9. GLOBAL WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS MARKET RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS BY APPLICATION, 2023-2031 ($ MILLION)
10. GLOBAL WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS FOR BOILER WATER TREATMENT MARKET RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS BY REGION, 2023-2031 ($ MILLION)
11. GLOBAL WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS FOR COOLING WATER TREATMENT MARKET RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS BY REGION, 2023-2031 ($ MILLION)
12. GLOBAL WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS FOR RAW WATER TREATMENT WATER TREATMENT MARKET RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS BY REGION, 2023-2031 ($ MILLION)
13. GLOBAL WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS FOR WATER DESALINATION WATER TREATMENT MARKET RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS BY REGION, 2023-2031 ($ MILLION)
14. GLOBAL WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS MARKET RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS BY END-USE, 2023-2031 ($ MILLION)
15. GLOBAL WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS FOR RESIDENTIAL MARKET RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS BY REGION, 2023-2031 ($ MILLION)
16. GLOBAL WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS FOR COMMERCIAL MARKET RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS BY REGION, 2023-2031 ($ MILLION)
17. GLOBAL WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS FOR HOTELS & RESTAURANTS MARKET RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS BY REGION, 2023-2031 ($ MILLION)
18. GLOBAL WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS FOR HOSPITALS MARKET RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS BY REGION, 2023-2031 ($ MILLION)
19. GLOBAL WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS FOR OFFICE SPACES MARKET RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS BY REGION, 2023-2031 ($ MILLION)
20. GLOBAL WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS FOR SWIMMING POOLS MARKET RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS BY REGION, 2023-2031 ($ MILLION)
21. GLOBAL WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS FOR INDUSTRIAL MARKET RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS BY REGION, 2023-2031 ($ MILLION)
22. GLOBAL WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS FOR MUNICIPAL MARKET RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS BY REGION, 2023-2031 ($ MILLION)
23. GLOBAL WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS FOR POWER MARKET RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS BY REGION, 2023-2031 ($ MILLION)
24. GLOBAL WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS FOR OIL & GAS MARKET RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS BY REGION, 2023-2031 ($ MILLION)
25. GLOBAL WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS FOR MINING & MINERAL PROCESSING MARKET RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS BY REGION, 2023-2031 ($ MILLION)
26. GLOBAL WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS FOR CHEMICALS & FERTILIZERS MARKET RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS BY REGION, 2023-2031 ($ MILLION)
27. GLOBAL WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS FOR FOOD & BEVERAGE MARKET RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS BY REGION, 2023-2031 ($ MILLION)
28. GLOBAL WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS FOR PULP & PAPER MARKET RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS BY REGION, 2023-2031 ($ MILLION)
29. GLOBAL WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS MARKET RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS BY SOURCE, 2023-2031 ($ MILLION)
30. GLOBAL SYNTHETIC WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS MARKET RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS BY REGION, 2023-2031 ($ MILLION)
31. GLOBAL BIO-BASED WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS MARKET RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS BY REGION, 2023-2031 ($ MILLION)
32. GLOBAL WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS MARKET RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS BY REGION, 2023-2031 ($ MILLION)
33. NORTH AMERICAN WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS MARKET RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS BY COUNTRY, 2023-2031 ($ MILLION)
34. NORTH AMERICAN WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS MARKET RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS BY TYPE, 2023-2031 ($ MILLION)
35. NORTH AMERICAN WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS MARKET RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS BY APPLICATION, 2023-2031 ($ MILLION)
36. NORTH AMERICAN WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS MARKET RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS BY END-USE, 2023-2031 ($ MILLION)
37. NORTH AMERICAN WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS MARKET RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS BY SOURCE, 2023-2031 ($ MILLION)
38. EUROPEAN WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS MARKET RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS BY COUNTRY, 2023-2031 ($ MILLION)
39. EUROPEAN WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS MARKET RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS BY TYPE, 2023-2031 ($ MILLION)
40. EUROPEAN WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS MARKET RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS BY APPLICATION, 2023-2031 ($ MILLION)
41. EUROPEAN WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS MARKET RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS BY END-USE, 2023-2031 ($ MILLION)
42. EUROPEAN WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS MARKET RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS BY SOURCE, 2023-2031 ($ MILLION)
43. ASIA-PACIFIC WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS MARKET RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS BY COUNTRY, 2023-2031 ($ MILLION)
44. ASIA-PACIFIC WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS MARKET RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS BY TYPE, 2023-2031 ($ MILLION)
45. ASIA-PACIFIC WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS MARKET RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS BY APPLICATION, 2023-2031 ($ MILLION)
46. ASIA-PACIFIC WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS MARKET RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS BY END-USE, 2023-2031 ($ MILLION)
47. ASIA-PACIFIC WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS MARKET RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS BY SOURCE, 2023-2031 ($ MILLION)
48. REST OF THE WORLD WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS MARKET RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS BY REGION, 2023-2031 ($ MILLION)
49. REST OF THE WORLD WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS MARKET RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS BY TYPE, 2023-2031 ($ MILLION)
50. REST OF THE WORLD WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS MARKET RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS BY APPLICATION, 2023-2031 ($ MILLION)
51. REST OF THE WORLD WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS MARKET RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS BY END-USE, 2023-2031 ($ MILLION)
52. REST OF THE WORLD WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS MARKET RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS BY SOURCE, 2023-2031 ($ MILLION)
1. GLOBAL WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS MARKET SHARE BY TYPE, 2023 VS 2031 (%)
2. GLOBAL CORROSION INHIBITORS WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS MARKET SHARE BY REGION, 2023 VS 2031 (%)
3. GLOBAL SCALE INHIBITORS WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS MARKET SHARE BY REGION, 2023 VS 2031 (%)
4. GLOBAL BIOCIDES & DISINFECTANTS WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS MARKET SHARE BY REGION, 2023 VS 2031 (%)
5. GLOBAL COAGULANTS & FLOCCULANTS WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS MARKET SHARE BY REGION, 2023 VS 2031 (%)
6. GLOBAL CHELATING AGENTS WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS MARKET SHARE BY REGION, 2023 VS 2031 (%)
7. GLOBAL ANTI-FOAMING AGENTS WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS MARKET SHARE BY REGION, 2023 VS 2031 (%)
8. GLOBAL PH ADJUSTERS AND STABILIZERS WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS MARKET SHARE BY REGION, 2023 VS 2031 (%)
9. GLOBAL WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS MARKET SHARE BY APPLICATION, 2023 VS 2031 (%)
10. GLOBAL WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS FOR BOILER WATER TREATMENT MARKET SHARE BY REGION, 2023 VS 2031 (%)
11. GLOBAL WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS FOR COOLING WATER TREATMENT MARKET SHARE BY REGION, 2023 VS 2031 (%)
12. GLOBAL WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS FOR RAW WATER TREATMENT MARKET SHARE BY REGION, 2023 VS 2031 (%)
13. GLOBAL WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS FOR WATER DESALINATION MARKET SHARE BY REGION, 2023 VS 2031 (%)
14. GLOBAL WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS MARKET SHARE BY END-USE, 2023 VS 2031 (%)
15. GLOBAL WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS FOR RESIDENTIAL MARKET SHARE BY REGION, 2023 VS 2031 (%)
16. GLOBAL WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS FOR COMMERCIAL MARKET SHARE BY REGION, 2023 VS 2031 (%)
17. GLOBAL WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS FOR HOTELS & RESTAURANTS MARKET SHARE BY REGION, 2023 VS 2031 (%)
18. GLOBAL WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS FOR HOSPITALS MARKET SHARE BY REGION, 2023 VS 2031 (%)
19. GLOBAL WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS FOR OFFICE SPACES MARKET SHARE BY REGION, 2023 VS 2031 (%)
20. GLOBAL WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS FOR SWIMMING POOLS MARKET SHARE BY REGION, 2023 VS 2031 (%)
21. GLOBAL WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS FOR INDUSTRIAL MARKET SHARE BY REGION, 2023 VS 2031 (%)
22. GLOBAL WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS FOR MUNICIPAL MARKET SHARE BY REGION, 2023 VS 2031 (%)
23. GLOBAL WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS FOR POWER MARKET SHARE BY REGION, 2023 VS 2031 (%)
24. GLOBAL WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS FOR OIL & GAS MARKET SHARE BY REGION, 2023 VS 2031 (%)
25. GLOBAL WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS FOR MINING & MINERAL PROCESSING MARKET SHARE BY REGION, 2023 VS 2031 (%)
26. GLOBAL WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS FOR CHEMICALS & FERTILIZERS MARKET SHARE BY REGION, 2023 VS 2031 (%)
27. GLOBAL WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS FOR FOOD & BEVERAGE MARKET SHARE BY REGION, 2023 VS 2031 (%)
28. GLOBAL WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS FOR PULP & PAPER MARKET SHARE BY REGION, 2023 VS 2031 (%)
29. GLOBAL WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS MARKET SHARE BY SOURCE, 2023 VS 2031 (%)
30. GLOBAL SYNTHETIC WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS MARKET SHARE BY REGION, 2023 VS 2031 (%)
31. GLOBAL BIO-BASED WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS MARKET SHARE BY REGION, 2023 VS 2031 (%)
32. GLOBAL WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS MARKET SHARE BY REGION, 2023 VS 2031 (%)
33. US WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS MARKET SIZE, 2023-2031 ($ MILLION)
34. CANADA WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS MARKET SIZE, 2023-2031 ($ MILLION)
35. UK WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS MARKET SIZE, 2023-2031 ($ MILLION)
36. FRANCE WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS MARKET SIZE, 2023-2031 ($ MILLION)
37. GERMANY WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS MARKET SIZE, 2023-2031 ($ MILLION)
38. ITALY WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS MARKET SIZE, 2023-2031 ($ MILLION)
39. SPAIN WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS MARKET SIZE, 2023-2031 ($ MILLION)
40. REST OF EUROPE WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS MARKET SIZE, 2023-2031 ($ MILLION)
41. INDIA WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS MARKET SIZE, 2023-2031 ($ MILLION)
42. CHINA WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS MARKET SIZE, 2023-2031 ($ MILLION)
43. JAPAN WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS MARKET SIZE, 2023-2031 ($ MILLION)
44. SOUTH KOREA WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS MARKET SIZE, 2023-2031 ($ MILLION)
45. REST OF ASIA-PACIFIC WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS MARKET SIZE, 2023-2031 ($ MILLION)
46. LATIN AMERICA WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS MARKET SIZE, 2023-2031 ($ MILLION)
47. MIDDLE EAST AND AFRICA WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS MARKET SIZE, 2023-2031 ($ MILLION)