Chemical Blog

 While the world is making a shift away from the use of chemicals in various products that are used on a daily basis,  camphor  is emerging as a popular chemical ingredient in most of the natural end products. Being a translucent terpene ketone, white/grey in colour, and crystalline in form, camphor does not only have a pleasant odour, but it also offers versatile physical properties – which usually depend on its species, origin, and other specific growing conditions. Though camphor is commonly produced by the distillation of bark and wood of the camphor tree, it can also be manufactured synthetically; carrying out the synthesis of turpentine oil which is produced from rosin, kinleith, and pine wood among multiple other ingredients. Camphor is most commonly used in various healthcare products mainly due to its medicinal properties, and these products can be used as a treatment for cough, congestion, and other skin-related infections. Camphor is also used as an insecticide...

 Future Market Insights (FMI) delivers key insights on the global  sludge treatment chemicals market  in its latest report titled,  “Global Sludge Treatment Chemicals Market: Industry Analysis and Opportunity Assessment, 2022–2032”.  Global consumption of sludge treatment chemicals is estimated to be pegged at 10,977 thousand tonnes by 2016 end and is expected to increase at a CAGR of 4.7% over the forecast period (2022-2032). The global sludge treatment chemicals market is projected to reach a value of US$  14,456.8  Mn by 2032 end expanding at a CAGR of 4.6% during the forecast period. North America is estimated to account for relatively large market share of 32% by 2016 in the global sludge treatment chemicals market. Demand for sludge treatment chemicals is expected to increase at a significant pace across municipal and industrial sludge treatment plants owing to the stringent regulations by the government and environmental agencies like Environme...

 Future Market Insights delivers key insights on the global  acrylic fibre market  in a new publication titled “ Acrylic Fibre Market: Global Industry Analysis and Opportunity Assessment, 2022 – 2032 ”. Major demand for acrylic fibre is expected to come from Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa, and Latin America over the forecast period and the global acrylic fibre market is projected to reach a market value of US$  7,779.0  Mn by 2032 end, registering a CAGR of 3.9% over the forecast period. The global acrylic fibre market is segmented on the basis of dyeing method, fibre form, blending, end-use and region. As the demand for acrylic fibres is stagnant in the developed economies of North America and Western Europe, significant opportunity for growth in the global acrylic fibre market lies in the regions of APEJ, Latin America, and Middle East & Africa. Acrylic fibres possess good aesthetic properties owing to their capability to accept multi-colour dyes ...

 A new market research study by Future Market Insights on the global  bromine derivatives market  contains global industry analysis 2014–2021 and opportunity assessment 2022–2029. The report investigates the bromine derivatives market and provides critical insights for the forecast period of 2022-2029. As per the findings of the report, the global industrial bromine derivatives market is anticipated to experience substantial growth over the forecast period due increasing adoption of bromine compounds in various applications, such as flame retardants, PTA synthesis, oil & gas drilling, and others. The global industrial bromine derivatives market was valued at  ~US$ 4Bn  in 2021 and is projected to increase at a  CAGR of ~ 3.9%  during the projected period of 2022 and 2029. This growth is significantly driven by the expansion of chemical, oil & gas, and other end-use industries of bromine based chemicals. Significant progress in n...

 The industrial use of acid proof lining in coating the floor tiles of various manufacturing units is expected to fuel the growth of   Germany’s acid proof lining market . The rising necessity of providing durable solutions to industrial infrastructure is observed as a key driver for the growth of the Germany acid proof lining market. Furthermore, the mounting private equity investments will continue to boost the growth of the Germany acid proof lining market. However, the high costs of veneering industrial surfaces will be a major challenge hampering the demand for expensive yet highly-durable acid proof lining types such as carbon brick coating. The need for protecting industrial surfaces exposed to corrosive chemicals will continue to influence the demand for acid proof lining in Germany. In 2016, the acid proof lining market in Germany is expected to reach market value of US$ 4,296.2 Mn, at a y-o-y growth of 5.1% over 2015. The rising incidences of industrial equipment dam...

 A new market research report by Future Market Insights on the textile flooring market includes global industry analysis for 2018–2021 and opportunity assessment for 2022–2029. The report inspects the   textile flooring market  and provides insightful information for the forecast period of 2022-2029. As per the conclusion of the report, the global textile flooring market is projected to experience significant growth during the forecast period. Rising consumer confidence, increasing disposable incomes, and intensifying demand for luxury flooring options due to booming residential and commercial sectors are the factors expected to contribute towards the textile flooring market growth in the upcoming years. The global textile flooring market is estimated to be valued at US$ 190.26 Bn in 2022, and is projected to register robust growth of 6.8% during the period 2022 – 2029. This growth is predominantly driven by the textile industry growth. Over the past few years,...

 Driven by adoption of ultra violet (UV) curable polyurethane (PU) dispersion coatings and growing preference for water based formulations, the  soft touch polyurethane coatings market  is forecast to reach valuation of  US$ 6430 million  by the end of 2021. As per newly released data by Future Market Insights (FMI), global sales of overall soft touch polyurethane coatings market enjoyed year-on-year (YoY) growth of 3.50% in 2021 to total 313 kilotons. The sales are expected to grow 1.97X and reach 617 kilotons by the end of 2031, says Future Market Insights. Soft touch polyurethane coatings are all-rounder in terms of application as they are extensively used in coating automotive and aircraft interior components like arm rest, door trims and front control panels to protect them from constant wear and tear. Increasing adoption of ABS plastics in making automotive interiors will accelerate the demand for soft touc...

 The global  pearlescent pigment market  is expected to poise an impressive CAGR of 4.0% over the assessment period from 2022 to 2032. The market is projected to garner a total revenue of  US$ 3,601.70 Mn  by the end of 2022 and is anticipated to surpass  US$ 5,331.4 Mn  by 2032. Predominant influence on the market is by certain industrial and innovation factors including growth in automotive, paints and coatings, and plastic industry and investment in product development.  According to the historic evaluations, the pearlescent pigment market witnessed a growth outlook of around 4.2% CAGR over the period between 2015 and 2021. However, a significant surge has been witnessed in demand for pearlescent pigments , particularly for application in the printing and food packaging industry. Owing to these factors, the demand for the pearlescent pigment market is anticipated to reach  US$ 5,331.4 Mn  by 2032. Sales in the market are projected to ...

 The global  iron oxide market  is anticipated to reach a value of US$ 3,775 Mn in 2032, with the market growing at an average CAGR of 4.1% from the forecast period of 2022 to 2032. Driven by escalating consumption in paints & coatings, plastic manufacturing, and construction industries, the iron oxide market is expected to reach an estimated US$ 2,525.85 Mn in 2022. Textiles, ceramics, and other end-use industries are also contributing to the growing demand for iron oxide in the global market. The continuous urbanization process occurring all over the world as well as the rapidly expanding construction industry and increasing investment in infrastructure development amplify the consumption of iron oxides in the forthcoming years. Characteristics like superior chemical stability, dispersibility, and high thermal stability, further augment the demand of iron oxides in the paints & coatings and construction industries.  An inorganic pigment with excellent prop...

 The global  hot melt adhesives market  is anticipated to create a lucrative growth opportunity in the global landscape by registering a CAGR of 5.3%. from 2022 to 2032. The market is expected to reach a valuation of  US$ 7,562.9 Mn  by the end of 2022 and is predicted to reach  US$ 12,675.7 Mn  by 2032. Over the historical period, the global hot melt adhesives market witnessed a CAGR of 4.8% between 2014 to 2021. The manufacturing activities have been reduced and significant reduction has been witnessed in the product capacities, part-time shifts, as well as introduction of automated production machinery, let manufacturers improve their market positions. These aforementioned factors are expected to drive the hot melt adhesives market during the forecast period. Several regulatory bodies including the Registration, Evaluation, Authorization, and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH) and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) are expected to take more ste...

 The global  antimicrobial additives market  is valued at around  US$ 12,711.5 Mn  in 2022 exhibiting an impressive CAGR of 8.2% during the forecast period 2022 to 2032. The market is predicted to reach a valuation of  US$ 27,955.6 Mn  by 2032. The global demand for antimicrobial additives is expected to grow at a robust CAGR of 8.2% between 2022 and 2032, as compared to the historical period between 2013 and 2021 during which the CAGR was about 7.7%. The market is projected to showcase a higher growth rate across the estimation period due to the rising concern among consumers related to personal and family wellness. Furthermore, the presence of strict regulations encouraged the use of antimicrobial products and devices in order to decrease health hazards. Competitive Landscape Prominent market players are focusing on working with new formulations of antimicrobial products and simultaneously developing more sustainable solutions. Key market participan...

 Increasing demand from the construction and automotive industries for temperature control and energy efficiency is expected to fuel the demand for  thermal insulation material . According to a new study by Future Market Insights (FMI), the market for thermal insulation material is set to rise steadily with a CAGR of over 4% through the end of the projection period in 2031. The global demand for thermal insulation material market has rapidly gained traction owing to concerns associated with energy conservation. Strict government regulations associated with emissions from construction and automotive sector operations will drive long-term demand. In building operations, thermal insulation also provides benefits in supporting auxiliary building structures including roofs and flooring. Niche applications in aerospace structures in addition to investments into smart city infrastructure are providing impetus to investments into product research & development, wit...

 The growing awareness of healthcare & personal hygiene among people across the world is one of the leading factors enabling growth in the global  super absorbent polymer   (SAP) market . As per Future Market Insights (FMI) analysis, the market is expected to expand at 4.8% CAGR between 2021 and 2031. The chemical industry has registered significant growth in past few years and growth is expected to be continue over the near future. Owing to the increasing applications of super absorbent polymers in medical sector and agriculture sector, the SAP market is expected to reach a valuation of US$ 9.18 Bn in 2021. Growing demand from the application of the super absorbent polymer in chemical sector will drive growth through 2021-2031. North America, Europe, and East Asia are the key markets for super absorbent polymers. Of these, East Asia is expected to remain dominant, accounting for over 28.5% of the market by 2031. Key Takeaways from Super Absorbent Polymers ...

 As per Future Market Insights’ analysis, the  India construction chemicals market  is anticipated to reach a value of US$ 21.7 Bn by 2031 end, expanding at a CAGR of 13.6% during 2021-2031. Primary application of construction chemicals is to improve strength, durability, and workability of construction chemicals. The robust expansion of the Indian real estate sector and increasing investments in commercial and residential construction projects will fuel the demand in the India construction chemicals market . Commonly used construction chemicals in India includes admixtures, water proofing chemicals, adhesives and sealants, protective coatings, and asphalt additives. The demand for construction chemicals is largely driven by affordable housing residential projects, in addition to infrastructure projects initiated by the government. Foreign direct investments are also likely to boost the sales in the country over the coming years. However, the ongoing crisis caused by...

 The global market for  carboxymethyl cellulose is currently expected to be around US$ 1835.10 million in 2022 and is expected to progress at a constant CAGR of 4.8% between 2022 and 2032 to reach a valuation of USD to be reached 2,932.7 million by 2032. Increasing demand for carboxymethyl cellulose from the food, paint, coating, paper and pulp, construction and textile industries is a factor , driving the growth of the market. A new research publication titled  “Carboxymethyl Cellulose Market: Global Industry Analysis (2012-2016) and Opportunity Assessment (2022-2032)”  by Future Market Insights focusses on various market developments, trends, growth drivers and forecasts across important regions. A detailed market segmentation is carried out that explores every angle of the carboxymethyl cellulose (CMC) market. Several factors have contributed to the  growth of the global carboxymethyl cellulose market . Increase in the upstream exploration for unconvent...

 A new market research study by Future Market Insights (FMI) on the global  geosynthetics market   contains global industry analysis for 2014–2021 and opportunity assessment for 2022–2029. The report investigates the geosynthetics market and provides critical insights for the forecast period of 2022-2029. The global geosynthetics market recorded the revenues worth US$ 13.67 Bn in 2022 and is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 10.1% in the projected period of 2022 – 2029. As per the findings of the report, the global industrial geosynthetics market is anticipated to experience substantial growth over the forecast period owing to growth in civil construction activities led by several developing economies in the past few years. The report opines that the market growth is significantly driven by increasing investments in public infrastructure development and modernization of existing facilities across the globe. Geosynthetics Market by Category Product Type: ...

  According to a recent industry analysis by Future Market Insights, the   construction chemicals market   is expected to be worth US$ 54.85 billion in 2022. (FMI). Over the projection period, demand is expected to increase at a CAGR of 6.7%. Major players in the construction chemical industry are focusing on environmentally friendly and sustainable products for cool roof treatments, thermal insulation, overall building protection, polycarboxylate ether-based green admixtures, and underground structure protection. Demand for construction chemicals is boosted by rising living standards and per capita disposable income. There is probably more residential and non-residential construction to accommodate the growing demand brought on by urbanization. However, government regulations forbid the excessive use of construction chemicals, as VOC emissions prevent the construction chemicals market for these materials from growing. In order to emphasize multifunctional properties and ...

 The global  zinc oxide market  is projected to reach US$ 7.3 Bn by 2032, with sales growing at a  6.4% CAGR  over the assessment period of 2022 and 2032. Increasing demand for zinc oxide in the rubber industry owing to the growth in the automotive sector is expected to remain a key driving factor. Zinc oxide is widely used in the rubber industry. It is used as an activator for the vulcanization of the rubber to convert the material into a more durable material by adding strength, improving its resistance against heat, and abrasion, and it also helps in ultraviolet degradation. Rubber products have a wide range of applications in various industries such as engineering, construction, packaging, and manufacturing. Increasing demand for rubber in the automotive industry for the production of a wide variety of products such as tires, hoses, gaskets, roll coverings, crap tubes, and adhesives are expected to drive the demand for zinc oxide market in the rubber indust...

 The  Sodium chlorate market  share is expected to reach US$4,619.9 million in 2032 Dyes, Wood, pulp and and Paper Industry will drive the market growth during the forecast period. According to FMI, the sodium chlorate market is estimated at US$3,217.9 million.  in 2022 and is expected to increase at a CAGR of 4.1% in the forecast period from 2022 to 2032. Sodium chlorate is primarily used for the manufacture of chlorine dioxide, which acts as a bleaching agent in the paper and pulp industry.  Sodium chlorate  is white/off-white in colour and is odourless. Sodium chlorate is highly soluble in water. Sodium chlorate in its pure form is inflammable but during its decomposition, it releases oxygen, hence it acts as an accelerant in presence of flammable substances. Sodium chlorate is used for the extraction of uranium and vanadium in the mining industry. So...

  As per a recent analysis by Future Market Insights (FMI), the global  lithium mining market  is projected to top  US$ 3.4 Bn   by 2032. Growing demand for lithium ion batteries from end-use industries including automotive, packaging and consumer electronics is expected to propel sales of lithium over the forecast period 2022-2032. Lithium is widely being adopted in the manufacturing batteries for electric vehicles, owing to advantages such as longer lifespan, improved fuel efficiency and low discharge rates. Increasing sales of electric vehicles are anticipated to spur demand for lithium in the forthcoming years, which in turn will augment growth of the global lithium mining market. Moreover, growing demand for glass and ceramics from the packaging industry is likely to create new opportunities for key players operating in the lithium mining market. Glass and ceramics are mostly used in packaging of pharmaceuticals, food and beverages, and other items. Increas...

  The global  Calcium Carbonate market  is estimated to expand at a remarkable growth rate of  5.4% CAGR  over the forecast period between 2022 and 2032, finding future market insights (FMI) in a recent market analysis. Calcium Carbonate is widely used in various Paints and Coatings applications. it is used as an agent to enhance gloss, as an additive, and rheology modifier in a wide range of applications. In addition, Calcium Carbonate is extensively used in the aqueous paint industry. It promotes good dispersion and improves luster. It is used in wall plastic powder and skims coat with a very high dosage as filling material and whiteness improvement. Paints and Coatings has a significant application in the automotive, transportation, and construction sector, its product is used in infrastructure, and industrial applications and for the decoration of residential and non-residential buildings. he rising demand for paints and coating products for various end-use ...

 The  Cosmetic Chemicals Market   is  forecast  to be  worth US$15.89 billion  in 2022 and is expected to  grow to US$26.84 billion in 2032 ,  growing at a CAGR of 5.4%  over  the forecast period. In its latest report, ESOMAR-certified market research firm Future Market Insights offers an extensive study on the market for Cosmetic Chemicals. FMI provides a new study to elucidate the potential growth parameters of the Cosmetic Chemicals market. On the back of prevailing trends FMI presents a positive growth outlook. The report is intended to present an unbiased analysis. It therefore offers incisive coverage on key market dynamics, including drivers, restraints, opportunities, and challenges. It also offers detailed information on Cosmetic Chemicals market structure. FMI’s in-house team for chemicals & materials sector gives valuable insights, validated with latest data. The report also gives access to extensive databas...

  Industrially, the  Fire Retardant Fabrics  are produced through the surface treatment of the fabric during the finishing process which in turn impart the flame-retardant property within it. Prevalently, fire retardant fabrics are used in the manufacturing of the protective wears. Also, fire retardant fabrics find their application in the production of curtains, drapes, health care fabrics, tents, tarps, and military applications, among others. Generally, the Fire Retardant Fabrics are produced by incorporation of the fire resistance additives with man-made fibers or through synthesis of fire resistance copolymer with the fabric polymers. Fire Retardant Fabrics Market: Market dynamics New developments and advancements in the manufacturing industry are propelling the use of Fire Retardant Fabrics across various applications such as protective wear, Coverings materials, etc. The protective wear segment alone dominates the fire retardant fabric...

 The  Amino acid market  is expected to see a substantial CAGR of 7.4%, and is projected to increase from 24.2 billion in 2021 to 62.1 billion by 2032. The demand for wholesome food has increased, along with customers’ knowledge of their health. This has forced food and beverage producers to make products boosted with necessary nutrients, such as amino acids, which has increased consumer demand for amino acids . An increase in international athletic events and greater knowledge of the physiological benefits of amino acids on muscle building are driving the expansion of the amino acids market. Biotechnology advancements had a significant role in the creation of proteinogenic amino acids, which are added to proteins during translation and enhance amino acid sales. Amino acids are used in animal nutrition supplements to improve animal health and productivity, which raises the demand for amino acid. Amino acids are produced utilizing numerous biotechnology-based methods. Thro...

  The global market of plastic additive is anticipated to reach a value of US$ 66.6 Bn by 2032, expanding at a 4.6% CAGR over the forecast period. Significant production volume of plastic all over the globe is driving sales of  plastic additives  to improve the quality and functionality of different materials. Expansion in the building and construction sector, rising electric vehicle production, and ongoing development in the packaging sector will augment the growth in the market. Surging demand for polyethylene, polypropylene, polyvinyl chloride, and other types of plastic for packaging applications will push sales of additives. With increasing investment by prominent players across emerging countries, rising inflow of foreign direct investment in the automotive and packaging sectors will bode well for the growth in the market over the forecast period.  “Growing demand for packaging materials for various applications, along with increasing production of specialty ch...