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Dodecanoic Acid Market Size and Forecast, by Type (Fractionated Fatty Acids, Distilled Fatty Acids); Application (Food & Beverage, Textile, Pharmaceutical, Chemical, Cosmetics) - Growth Trends, Key Players, Regional Analysis 2026-2035

  • Report ID: 3954
  • Published Date: Nov 20, 2025
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Dodecanoic Acid Market Outlook:

Dodecanoic Acid Market size was over USD 211.52 million in 2025 and is projected to reach USD 805.03 million by 2035, growing at around 14.3% CAGR during the forecast period i.e., between 2026-2035. In the year 2026, the industry size of dodecanoic acid is assessed at USD 238.74 million.

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The reason behind the growth is impelled by the growing burden of cardiovascular diseases across the globe which are usually brought on by several risk factors, including low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol, diabetes, high blood pressure, smoking, secondhand smoke exposure, obesity, poor diet, physical inactivity. Moreover, dodecanoic acid is used to treat cardiovascular diseases, as it can potentially increase the secretion of LDL (good cholesterol) in the body. For instance, the number of CVD-related deaths worldwide rose from around 12 million in 1990 to more than 19 million in 2022.

The growing awareness regarding personal hygiene is believed to fuel the market growth. Globally, people's everyday knowledge of hygiene has altered owing to social media awareness, and different health education efforts run by healthcare facilities, which help to clarify the relationship between general health and personal cleanliness.

Key Dodecanoic Acid Market Insights Summary:

  • Regional Highlights:

    • The Asia Pacific dodecanoic acid market is anticipated to capture a 43% share by 2035, impelled by the growing chemical sector.
    • North America is projected to remain the second-largest region by 2035, spurred by rising personal disposable income.

  • Segment Insights:

    • The cosmetics segment in the dodecanoic acid market is expected to secure a 45% share by 2035, owing to the growing sales of beauty and skincare products.
    • The distilled fatty acids segment is set to attain a notable share by 2035, fueled by its widening application in producing lubricants, soaps, and detergents.

  • Key Growth Trends:

    • Rising Food & Beverage Industry
    • Growing Usage in Textiles

  • Major Challenges:

    • Growing Adoption of Herbal Products such as Indian Soapberry, Curd, Indian Gooseberry, and Egg Yolk
    • Availability of Alternative Materials

  • Key Players: Agarwal Industries Private Limited, ExcelVite Sdn. Bhd., Kao Corporation, Wilmar International Limited, Oleon NV, Timur Oleochemicals, Lascaray S.A., Kraton Performance Polymers, Inc.

Global Dodecanoic Acid Market Forecast and Regional Outlook:

  • Market Size & Growth Projections:

    • 2025 Market Size: USD 211.52 million
    • 2026 Market Size: USD 238.74 million
    • Projected Market Size: USD 805.03 million by 2035
    • Growth Forecasts: 14.3%

  • Key Regional Dynamics:

    • Largest Region: Asia Pacific (43% Share by 2035)
    • Fastest Growing Region: Asia Pacific
    • Dominating Countries: United States, China, Germany, Japan, India
    • Emerging Countries: Vietnam, Indonesia, Brazil, Mexico, Turkey

    • Last updated on : 20 November, 2025

Growth Drivers

  • Rising Food & Beverage Industry - Dodecanoic acid, commonly referred to as dodecanoate or lauric acid, is used as a raw material for emulsifiers in a variety of food and beverage additives which are chemicals that are added to food to preserve its nutritional value and preserve its appearance.
  • Growing Usage in Textiles- Dodecanoic acid is a straight-chain, twelve-carbon medium-chain saturated fatty acid that is utilized in the production of leather, fur, and textiles, and also works well in textile production applications as a lubricant and process agent since it facilitates the mixing of water and oil.
  • Surging Emphasis on Sustainability- Dodecanoic acid has been suggested for usage as a cost-effective, environmentally beneficial, and commercially viable material as it is a naturally occurring and renewable resource and comes from sustainable sources such as coconut oil and palm kernel oil.

Challenges

  • Growing Adoption of Herbal Products such as Indian Soapberry, Curd, Indian Gooseberry, and Egg Yolk – Owing to their medical and nutraceutical qualities, home remedies including cleaning hair with Indian gooseberry, Indian soapberry, egg yolk, and curd are extensively being used in herbal medicine and cooking. Lately, more and more individuals are delving further into the uses and advantages of soapberries in Ayurveda driven by rising concerns and awareness of the possible hazards linked with chemical-based personal care products and the potential negative impacts that manmade chemicals like phthalates, sulfates, and parabens may have on the environment and their health.
  • Imposition of strict rules and regulations on the manufacturing of dodecanoic acid may result in higher production costs
  • Availability of Alternative Materials is expected to limit the adoption of lauric acid.

Dodecanoic Acid Market Size and Forecast:

Report Attribute Details

Base Year

2025

Forecast Year

2026-2035

CAGR

14.3%

Base Year Market Size (2025)

USD 211.52 million

Forecast Year Market Size (2035)

USD 805.03 million

Regional Scope

  • North America (U.S., and Canada)
  • Asia Pacific (Japan, China, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Australia, South Korea, Rest of Asia Pacific)
  • Europe (UK, Germany, France, Italy, Spain, Russia, NORDIC, Rest of Europe)
  • Latin America (Mexico, Argentina, Brazil, Rest of Latin America)
  • Middle East and Africa (Israel, GCC North Africa, South Africa, Rest of the Middle East and Africa)
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Dodecanoic Acid Market Segmentation:

Application Segment Analysis

The cosmetics segment in the dodecanoic acid market is estimated to gain a robust revenue share of 45% in the coming years owing to the growing sales of beauty and skin care products. For instance, the skincare, fragrance, cosmetics, and haircare segments of the global beauty market brought in about USD 425 billion in revenue in 2022. Particularly, the number of beauty orders increased by over 12%, while Indian consumers' willingness to pay increased by over 1% for cosmetics and self-care. The skincare industry is huge and expanding mostly driven by the need for routines, online sales of natural skincare, and the growing penetration of the internet.

This has increased demand for dodecanoic acid or lauric acid 99% which is a multipurpose oleochemical that has a slight smell similar to soap or bay oil and can be found in coconut oil among other natural sources. It is a dazzling white, powdery solid and can be applied topically, it is safe for cosmetic usage. Wetting agents, soaps, alkyd resins, and cosmetics are all made with decanoic acid which comes from RSPO-certified farmers and is non-GMO, allergen-free, and BSE-free. This product is used to emulsify lotions and creams for the face since it benefits the skin by lowering bacteria and inflammation in the skin, is frequently used to treat acne, and aids in skin restoration.

Type Segment Analysis

Dodecanoic acid market from the distilled fatty acids segment is set to garner a notable share shortly. Distilled fatty acid is a by-product of the refining of vegetable oil which is a viscous, brownish-yellow liquid with a faint that is often used in industry to make lubricants, soaps, and detergents that can be used to produce various products that are utilized in detergents and cosmetics via saponification, sulphonation, or sulphation. Moreover, dodecanoic acid can be obtained by further distilling the content, which ranges from around 40% to 75%.

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

            Type
  • Fractionated Fatty Acids
  • Distilled Fatty Acids

            Application
  • Food & Beverage
  •  Textile
  •  Pharmaceutical
  •  Chemical
  • Cosmetics
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Dodecanoic Acid Market - Regional Analysis

APAC Market Insights

Asia Pacific industry is estimated to hold largest revenue share of 43% by 2035, impelled by the growing chemical sector. The Indian chemicals industry stands out as one of the fastest-growing worldwide. It is known as a favored center for the production of specialty chemicals for both local and international markets. that provided over 5% of the nation's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) in 2022. Moreover, the country’s chemical sector has a bright future driven by increasing import replacements, robust export growth, and rising domestic consumption across end-user industries.

North America Market Insights

The North America dodecanoic acid market is estimated to be the second largest, during the forecast timeframe led by rising personal disposable income. For instance, the United States' disposable personal income rose by over 0.2% in October 2023 compared to the same month the previous year. As a result, consumers have been spending more of their discretionary cash on cosmetics in the region which is expected to drive the demand for lauric acid.

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Dodecanoic Acid Market Players:

    • Croda International plc
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    • Agarwal Industries Private Limited
    • ExcelVite Sdn. Bhd.
    • Wilmar International Limited
    • Oleon NV
    • Timur Oleochemicals
    • Lascaray S.A.
    • Kraton Performance Polymers, Inc
    • Chemol Company Inc.

Recent Developments

  • Kraton Performance Polymers, Inc., a global producer of bio-based specialty polymers, announced its merger with DL Holdings Co., Ltd.
  • Oleon NV one of the leading producers of oleochemicals announced to offer of a variety of goods, such as bodying agents, emulsifiers, emollients, and solubilizers made from sustainable resources such as palm, coconut, and sunflower oil.
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  • Published Date: Nov 20, 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

In the year 2026, the industry size of dodecanoic acid is assessed at USD 238.74 million.

The global dodecanoic acid market size was valued at around USD 211.52 million in 2025 and is projected to grow at a CAGR of more than 14.3%, reaching USD 805.03 million revenue by 2035.

The Asia Pacific dodecanoic acid market is anticipated to capture a 43% share by 2035, impelled by the growing chemical sector.

Key players in the market include Agarwal Industries Private Limited, ExcelVite Sdn. Bhd., Kao Corporation, Wilmar International Limited, Oleon NV, Timur Oleochemicals, Lascaray S.A., Kraton Performance Polymers, Inc.

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