Global Agricultural Surfactants Market, 2023-2028
Market Overview
Agricultural surfactants are substances that reduce the surface tension of water and enhance the spreading, wetting, and penetration of spray droplets on plant surfaces. They are widely used in conjunction with pesticides, herbicides, fungicides, and fertilizers to improve their efficacy and reduce environmental impacts.
The main function of agricultural surfactants is to reduce the surface tension of water, which is the force that holds water molecules together. By reducing the surface tension, agricultural surfactants allow water to spread more easily over plant surfaces, creating a thin and uniform film of spray solution. This improves the coverage and contact of the active ingredients with the target pests or weeds. Moreover, agricultural surfactants can also reduce the contact angle between water and plant surfaces, which is the angle formed by a water droplet resting on a solid surface. By reducing the contact angle, agricultural surfactants increase the wetting and penetration of water into plant tissues, especially those that have waxy or hairy coatings. This enhances the absorption and translocation of the active ingredients within the plant cells.
By using agricultural surfactants, farmers can achieve better results with lower doses of pesticides and herbicides, as they increase their efficiency and reduce their wastage. This can also lower the environmental risks associated with pesticide and herbicide runoff, drift, leaching, and volatilization. Furthermore, agricultural surfactants can also improve the performance of fertilizers by increasing their solubility and uptake by plants. Therefore, agricultural surfactants are valuable tools for improving crop quality and yield.
Research Coverage
This research report aims to provide an overview of the global agricultural surfactants market, including its size, growth, drivers, challenges, opportunities, and key players. It also covers the segmentation of the market by product type, substrate, method of propagation, application, crop type, and region. The report is based on secondary data sources such as industry reports, publications, websites, and databases, as well as primary data sources such as interviews with experts and stakeholders.
The product type segment includes amphoteric surfactants, anionic surfactants, cationic surfactants, and nonionic surfactants, which differ in their chemical properties and interactions with other substances. The substrate type segment comprises bio-based surfactants and synthetic surfactants, which differ in their environmental impact and biodegradability. The method of propagation segment covers foliar spray, seed treatment, soil treatment, and others, which differ in their mode of application and effectiveness. The application segment encompasses fungicide, herbicide, insecticide, and others, which differ in their target pests and crops. The crop type segment consists of grains and cereals, oilseeds, fruits and vegetables, turf and ornamental grass and others. The region segment includes North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, MEA (Middle East and Africa), and Latin America.
According to product type, the market is classified into anionic, nonionic, cationic, and amphoteric surfactants. Non-ionic surfactants are the most widely used type of agricultural surfactants in the market. They have a neutral charge and can work well in both acidic and alkaline conditions. They also have good wetting and spreading properties, which help improve the coverage and penetration of pesticides on plant surfaces. Anionic surfactants are the second most common type of agricultural surfactants. They have a negative charge and can form stable emulsions with water. They are mainly used for herbicides and insecticides that require high water solubility.
The market can be categorized into two types of surfactants based on the origin of their raw materials: synthetic and bio-based. Synthetic surfactants are manufactured from petroleum or petrochemical feedstocks, whereas bio-based surfactants are produced from natural sources such as vegetable oils, sugars, or amino acids. Bio-based surfactants have a lower environmental impact and a higher biodegradability than synthetic surfactants, which makes them more attractive for the market. However, synthetic surfactants still dominate the market in terms of market share, as they have a lower cost and a higher availability than bio-based surfactants.
The market segmentation based on the method of propagation includes seed treatment, soil treatment, foliar spray, and other methods. Among these, foliar spray is the most prevalent method of applying agricultural surfactants. One of the most common types of adjuvants used in foliar spray formulations is surfactants. Non-ionic surfactants are preferred for this purpose because they do not interact with other polar components in the formulation. Surfactants enhance the performance of pesticides by lowering the surface tension and allowing better spreading, sticking and absorption of the spray. They also help in promoting plant growth and preventing root diseases. Non-ionic surfactants enable a uniform distribution of foliar spray on the leaf surface and provide effective disease control in hydroponic nutrient solution.
The market is divided into four segments based on application type: herbicide, fungicide, insecticide, and others. Herbicide is the largest segment, as it consumes most of the pesticides globally. Agricultural surfactants are crucial for herbicide formulations, as they enhance their adhesion and absorption on weed surfaces and reduce their runoff and drift. Fungicide and insecticide are also important segments, as they help control fungal and insect pests that affect crop yield and quality.
The market for agricultural surfactants can be segmented based on the type of crop that they are applied to. The major categories of crops are grains and cereals, oilseeds, fruits and vegetables, turf and ornamental grass and others. Among these categories, grains and cereals accounted for the largest share of the agricultural surfactant market in 2022, followed by fruits and vegetables. According to the OECD-FAO Agricultural Outlook 2021-2030, global cereal production is projected to reach 3054 million tonnes by 2029, with maize, wheat and rice being the most important crops. Moreover, about 17% of cereal production is traded internationally, which implies a high demand for agricultural surfactants to enhance crop quality and yield. Fruits and vegetables are the second largest segment of the market, as they also require intensive use of surfactants to improve pest control and nutrient absorption.
Based on region, the market is analyzed across North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, MEA (Middle East and Africa), and South America. Asia-Pacific was the leading regional market in 2022, accounting for 30.4% of the global market revenue share for crop protection products, followed by Europe and North America. The high demand for agricultural surfactants in this region is attributed to the large population and the growing need for food security that drives the adoption of crop protection products. The market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 3.5% from 2023 to 2028, owing to the increasing usage of biobased surfactants and the advancement of precision farming and protected cultivation.
Competitive Landscape
The global market for agricultural surfactants is characterized by intense competition among industry players. Prominent participants in this market include Aquatrols Corp of America, BASF SE, Brandt Consolidated, Inc., China Sanjiang Fine Chemicals Company Limited, Clariant AG, Croda International plc, Dow, Inc., Elkem ASA, Evonik Industries AG, Helena Agri-Enterprises, LLC, Indorama Ventures Public Company Limited (Oxiteno S.A.), Ingevity Corporation, Innospec Inc., Jiahua Chemicals Inc., Kao Corporation, Lamberti S.p.A., Liaoyang Huaxing Chemical Co., Ltd., Loveland Products, Inc., Momentive Inc., Norac Concepts Inc., Nouryon Holding B.V., Nufarm Limited, Solvay S.A., Stepan Company, The Lubrizol Corporation, Wilbur-Ellis Company LLC, Zanyu Technology Group Co., Ltd., and Zhejiang Huangma Technology Co., Ltd. The competitive landscape of the global agricultural surfactants market is analyzed, with a focus on the leading companies.
Key Questions Answered
What is the projected global market size of agricultural surfactants by 2028
Which product segment exhibits dominant control and influence
Which substrate segment possesses the largest market share
Which method of propagation segment demonstrates the most significant dominance
In terms of market dominance, which application segment prevails in the agricultural surfactants market
Which crop type segment generates the highest revenue
In the agricultural surfactants market, which region segment attains the foremost position
Who are the key players with the largest market share in the agricultural surfactants market
What is the estimated global market size for the agricultural surfactants market in 2023
What are the main factors driving the growth of the agricultural surfactants market
What is the expected incremental growth of the agricultural surfactants market during the forecast period
1. Scope and Methodology
1.1 Introduction
1.2 Report Scope
1.3 Research Methodology
2. Executive Summary
3. Market Overview
4. Global Agricultural Surfactants Market - Product Analysis
4.1 Amphoteric surfactants
4.2 Anionic surfactants
4.3 Cationic surfactants
4.4 Nonionic surfactants
5. Global Agricultural Surfactants Market - Substrate Analysis
5.1 Bio-based surfactants
5.2 Synthetic surfactants
6. Global Agricultural Surfactants Market - Method Of Propagation Analysis
6.1 Foliar spray
6.2 Seed treatment
6.3 Soil treatment
6.4 Others
7. Global Agricultural Surfactants Market - Application Analysis
7.1 Fungicide
7.2 Herbicide
7.3 Insecticide
7.4 Others
8. Global Agricultural Surfactants Market - Crop Type Analysis
8.1 Fruits and vegetables
8.2 Grains and cereals
8.3 Oilseeds
8.4 Turf and ornamental grass
8.5 Others
9. Global Agricultural Surfactants Market - Region Analysis
9.1 North America
9.2 Europe
9.3 Asia-Pacific
9.4 MEA (Middle East and Africa)
9.5 South America
10. Patents Analysis
11. Competitive Landscape
11.1 Competitive Scenario
11.2 Market Positioning/Share Analysis
11.3 Mergers and Acquisitions, Joint Ventures, Collaborations, and Agreements
12. Company Profiles
12.1 Aquatrols Corp of America
12.2 BASF SE
12.3 Brandt Consolidated, Inc.
12.4 China Sanjiang Fine Chemicals Company Limited
12.5 Clariant AG
12.6 Croda International plc
12.7 Dow, Inc.
12.8 Elkem ASA
12.9 Evonik Industries AG
12.10 Helena Agri-Enterprises, LLC
12.11 Indorama Ventures Public Company Limited (Oxiteno S.A.)
12.12 Ingevity Corporation
12.13 Innospec Inc.
12.14 Jiahua Chemicals Inc.
12.15 Kao Corporation
12.16 Lamberti S.p.A.
12.17 Liaoyang Huaxing Chemical Co., Ltd.
12.18 Loveland Products, Inc.
12.19 Momentive Inc.
12.20 Norac Concepts Inc.
12.21 Nouryon Holding B.V.
12.22 Nufarm Limited
12.23 Solvay S.A.
12.24 Stepan Company
12.25 The Lubrizol Corporation
12.26 Wilbur-Ellis Company LLC
12.27 Zanyu Technology Group Co., Ltd.
12.28 Zhejiang Huangma Technology Co., Ltd.
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DISCLAIMER
Methodology/Research Approach
This research study involved the extensive usage of both primary and secondary data sources. The research process involved the study of various factors affecting the industry, including the government policy, market environment, competitive landscape, historical data, present trends in the market, technological innovation, upcoming technologies and the technical progress in related industry, and market risks, opportunities, market barriers and challenges. The following illustrative figure shows the market research methodology applied in this report.Research Programs/Design
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Market Size Estimation
Top-down and bottom-up approaches are used to validate the global Voluntary Carbon Offset market size market and estimate the market size for Company, regions segments, product segments and Application (end users).
The market estimations in this report are based on the marketed sale price of Voluntary Carbon Offset (excluding any discounts provided by the player, distributor, wholesaler or traders). The percentage splits, market share, and breakdowns of the product segments are derived on the basis of weights assigned to each of the segments on the basis of their utilization rate and average sale price. The regional splits of the overall Voluntary Carbon Offset market and its sub-segments are based on the percentage adoption or utilization of the given product in the respective region or country.
Major Company in the market is identified through secondary research and their market revenues determined through primary and secondary research. Secondary research included the research of the annual and financial reports of the top Company; whereas, primary research included extensive interviews of key opinion leaders and industry experts such as experienced front-line staff, directors, CEOs and marketing executives. The percentage splits, market share, Growth Rate and breakdowns of the product markets are determined through using secondary sources and verified through the primary sources.
All possible factors that influence the markets included in this research study have been accounted for, viewed in extensive detail, verified through primary research, and analyzed to get the final quantitative and qualitative data. The market size for top-level markets and sub-segments is normalized, and the effect of inflation, economic downturns, and regulatory & policy changes or other factors are not accounted for in the market forecast. This data is combined and added with detailed inputs and analysis from Market Intellix and presented in this report
The following figure shows an illustrative representation of the overall market size estimation process used for this study.
Market Breakdown and Data Triangulation
After complete market engineering with calculations for market statistics; market size estimations; market forecasting; market breakdown; and data triangulation, extensive primary research was conducted to gather information and verify and validate the critical numbers arrived at. In the complete market engineering process, both top-down and bottom-up approaches were extensively used, along with several data triangulation methods, to perform market estimation and market forecasting for the overall market segments and sub-segments listed in this report. Extensive qualitative and further quantitative analysis is also done from all the numbers arrived at in the complete market engineering process to list key information throughout the report.
Data Source
Secondary Sources
Secondary sources include such as press releases, annual reports, non-profit organizations, industry associations, governmental agencies and customs data, etc. This research study involves the usage of widespread secondary sources, directories, databases such as Bloomberg Business, Wind Info, Hoovers, Factiva (Dow Jones & Company), and TRADING ECONOMICS, and News Network, statista, Federal Reserve Economic Data, annual reports, BIS Statistics, ICIS; company house documents; CAS(American Chemical Society); investor presentations; and SEC filings of companies. Secondary research was used to identify and collect information useful for the extensive, technical, market-oriented, and Hospitals study of the Voluntary Carbon Offset market. It was also used to obtain important information about the top companies, market classification and segmentation according to industry trends to the bottom-most level, and key developments related to market and technology perspectives.
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In the primary research process, various sources from both the supply and demand sides were interviewed to obtain qualitative and quantitative information for this report. The primary sources from the supply side include product Company (and their competitors), opinion leaders, industry experts, research institutions, distributors, dealer and traders, as well as the raw materials suppliers and producers, etc.
The primary sources from the demand side include industry experts such as business leaders, marketing and sales directors, technology and innovation directors, supply chain executive, end use (product buyers), and related key executives from various key companies and organizations operating in the global market.
Primary research was conducted to identify segmentation Type, product price range, product Application, key Company, raw materials supply and the downstream demand, industry status and outlook, and key market dynamics such as risks, influence factors, opportunities, market barriers, industry trends, and key player strategies.
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