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How has the stearic acid market evolved, and where is it heading next?
The stearic acid market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $35.52 billion in 2024 to $38.68 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.9%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growing demand in personal care products, increasing use in food industry, growing construction industry, rise in automotive industry, and growing demand in metal cleaning.
The stearic acid market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $53.67 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.5%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing use in candle manufacturing, growing demand in pharmaceuticals, increasing use in cosmetics, growing demand in food packaging, and increasing use in textile industry. Major trends in the forecast period include shift towards sustainable and bio-based products, rising popularity of natural and organic personal care products, development of stearic acid-based biodegradable plastics, and enhanced focus on eco-friendly packaging materials.
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What are the key drivers behind the rapid expansion of the stearic acid market?
The increasing need for personal care products is expected to propel the growth of the stearic acid market going forward. Personal care products encompass items used for hygiene, grooming, and beautification, including skincare, haircare, oral care, and cosmetics. The increasing need for personal care products is attributed to rising consumer awareness about personal hygiene and grooming, growing disposable incomes, urbanization, and the influence of social media and beauty trends. Stearic acid plays a crucial role in cosmetics by enhancing product stability, texture, and performance. Its emulsifying, thickening, and conditioning properties make it valuable in various skincare, haircare, and personal care products. For instance, in September 2023, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, a US-based government agency, personal care products and services increased by 12.3% in 2022 from 19.3% in 2021. Therefore, the increasing need for personal care products drives the stearic acid market.
What is the segmentation for the stearic acid market?
The stearic acid market covered in this report is segmented –
1) By Feedstock: Animal-Based Raw Materials, Vegetable-Based Raw Materials
2) By Sales Channel: Direct Sales, Indirect Sales
3) By End-Use Industry: Agriculture, Automotive, Textiles, Healthcare, Food And Beverages, Personal Care, Other End-Use Industries
Subsegments:
1) By Animal-Based Raw Materials: Tallow, Lard, Other Animal Fats
2) By Vegetable-Based Raw Materials: Palm Oil, Coconut Oil, Soybean Oil, Sunflower Oil, Canola Oil
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Who are the most influential companies in the stearic acid market?
Major companies operating in the stearic acid market are Cargill Incorporated, BASF SE, Procter & Gamble, Wilmar International Ltd., Evonik Industries AG, kao Corporation, Musim Mas Group, Stepan Company, Croda International Plc, KLK Oleo, Sinarmas Cepsa Pte. Ltd., Vantage Specialty Chemicals, Godrej Industries Limited, New Japan Chemical Co. Ltd., Oleon NV, Emery Oleochemicals, Spectrum Chemical, Cayman Chemical, Stearinerie Dubois, The Chemical Company, Lascaray S.A., IOI Oleochemical, Acme Synthetic Chemicals, ATAMAN KIMYA, Zanyu Technology Group Co. Ltd.
What are the most influential trends expected to drive the stearic acid market forward?
Major companies operating in the stearic acid market are focused on developing innovative products, such as non-ionic surfactants, to enhance the performance of personal care and cleaning products. Non-ionic surfactants derived from stearic acid offer excellent emulsifying, foaming, and cleansing properties, making them ideal for use in formulations of shampoos, soaps, detergents, and cosmetics. For instance, in January 2024, Ataman Kimya, a Turkey-based chemical manufacturing company, launched PEG-20 Stearate, a non-ionic surfactant used in cosmetics and personal care products for its emulsifying and solubilizing properties. It enhances the texture and stability of formulations, providing a smooth and consistent feel. PEG-20 Stearate is a reliable emulsifier that stabilizes water and oil blends in cosmetic formulations. Its utility extends notably to hand and body lotions and creams, and it is also featured in select cleansing products designed to cleanse the skin of impurities. PEG-20 Stearate finds application across a spectrum of cosmetic and personal care items, including moisturizing creams, lotions, sunscreens, and various skincare preparations.
What are the major regional insights for the stearic acid market, and which region holds the top position?
Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the stearic acid market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the stearic acid market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.
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Stearic acid refers to a saturated monobasic acid with an 18-carbon chain length. It is synthesized through the hydrolysis of animal fat or the hydrogenation of cottonseed or vegetable oil. Commercially available stearic acid is usually a mixture of palmitic and myristic acid. Stearic acid finds extensive application in the production of candles, as a softening agent in rubber, and as an additive in manufacturing lubricants.
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