Detergent Chemicals Market Analysis

  • Report ID: 6250
  • Published Date: Sep 17, 2025
  • Report Format: PDF, PPT

Detergent Chemicals Market Segmentation:

Product 

Surfactants segment is predicted to account for around 37% detergent chemicals market share by 2035. The segment growth can be ascribed to the use of surfactants in households to even pharmaceuticals. Depending upon the type of surfactants, which are, anionic, cationic, nonionic, and zwitterionic, they find their specific applications in various departments. They are used in the manufacture of laundry detergents, beauty products, textile softeners, etc. They are even put to use as a wetting agent. The word surfactant is short for surface-acting agent which is self-explanatory. It enables an action on the surface of the material one is trying to clean. Laundry and dishwashing detergents contain the highest amount of surfactant, as they provide a superior lathering and cleaning action to clear out various contaminants, and also preserve and amplify the appearance of the objects. The global laundry detergent market is anticipated to surpass USD 150 billion. This fact focuses on the prospects of growth of surfactants as a raw material in this industry. The surfactants used in the machine washing products have comparatively lower surfactant levels so as to not affect the efficiency of the equipment.

Application 

By the end of 2035, laundry cleaning segment is estimated to capture around 30% detergent chemicals market share. The segment growth can be attributed to the high global population and their preference not only to maintain personal hygiene via the use of laundry detergents but also to preserve the health of the clothes to not damage them in the long run. There are detergents in the market that have evolved to handle different kinds of stains and provide precise cleaning action. They contain a combination of enzymes, surfactants, and other chemicals to gently remove the stains and not destroy the fabric. In recent times, different laundry cleaning agents are designed as per the hardness of water. Determined by the solid or liquid form of detergent, different additives are employed to employ different cleaning actions. Liquid detergents are usually more expensive than solid ones due to their pre-dissolved property. The laundry care market is witnessing steady growth at a CAGR of 3.14% which translates into a larger space for the proliferation of the detergent chemicals market.

Our in-depth analysis of the global market includes the following segments:

          Product

  • Surfactants

  • Enzymes

  • Builders

  • Bleaches

          Application

  • Dishwashing

  • Household Cleaning

  • Laundry Cleaning

  • Soaps

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

In the year 2026, the industry size of detergent chemicals is assessed at USD 72.38 billion.

The global detergent chemicals market size was valued at over USD 68.38 billion in 2025 and is expected to register a CAGR of around 6.5%, exceeding USD 128.36 billion revenue by 2035.

The North America detergent chemicals market is anticipated to capture 48% share by 2035, driven by expansion of eco-friendly detergent chemicals and increased hygiene awareness.

Key players in the market include BASF SE, The Dow Chemical Company, Clariant AG, Evonik Industries AG, Croda International Plc, Solvay S.A., Huntsman Corporation, Stepan Company, Kao Corporation, Nouryon.
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