Global Cellulose Ether and Its Derivatives Market Segmentation, By Product Type (Carboxy Methyl Cellulose, Methyl Cellulose, Hydroxypropyl Methyl Cellulose, Hydroxyethyl Cellulose and Others), End-User (Personal Care and Detergents, Construction, Pharmaceuticals, Food and Beverages, Oil-Field Applications and Others) - Industry Trends and Forecast to 2031.
Cellulose Ether and Its Derivatives Market Analysis
Cellulose ether and its derivatives market is witnessing significant growth due to advancements in production technologies and rising demand in various industries. Recent developments include the use of greener manufacturing processes and enhanced performance in pharmaceuticals and construction. Innovations such as high-purity cellulose ethers and biodegradable derivatives are driving market expansion, catering to sustainable and eco-friendly solutions.
Cellulose Ether and Its Derivatives Market Size
The global cellulose ether and its derivatives market size was valued at USD 8.90 billion in 2023 and is projected to reach USD 18.26 billion by 2031, with a CAGR of 9.4% during the forecast period of 2024 to 2031. In addition to the insights on market scenarios such as market value, growth rate, segmentation, geographical coverage, and major players, the market reports curated by the Data Bridge Market Research also include in-depth expert analysis, geographically represented company-wise production and capacity, network layouts of distributors and partners, detailed and updated price trend analysis and deficit analysis of supply chain and demand.
Report Scope and Market Segmentation
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Report Metric
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Forecast Period
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2024 to 2031
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Base Year
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2023
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Historic Years
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2022 (Customizable to 2016-2021)
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Quantitative Units
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Revenue in USD Billion, Volumes in Units, Pricing in USD
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Segments Covered
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Product Type (Carboxy Methyl Cellulose, Methyl Cellulose, Hydroxypropyl Methyl Cellulose, Hydroxyethyl Cellulose and Others), End-User (Personal Care and Detergents, Construction, Pharmaceuticals, Food and Beverages, Oil-Field Applications and Others)
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Countries Covered
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U.S., Canada and Mexico in North America, Germany, France, U.K., Netherlands, Switzerland, Belgium, Russia, Italy, Spain, Turkey, Rest of Europe in Europe, China, Japan, India, South Korea, Singapore, Malaysia, Australia, Thailand, Indonesia, Philippines, Rest of Asia-Pacific (APAC) in the Asia-Pacific (APAC), Saudi Arabia, U.A.E, South Africa, Egypt, Israel, Rest of Middle East and Africa (MEA) as a part of Middle East and Africa (MEA), Brazil, Argentina and Rest of South America as part of South America.
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Market Players Covered
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Rayonier Inc. (U.S.), Lampert Lumber (U.S.), Borregaard AS (Norway), Ashland (U.S.), Shin-Etsu Chemical Co., Ltd. (Japan), Dow (U.S.), CP Kelco U.S., Inc. (U.S.), LOTTE Fine Chemical CO,.Ltd. (South Korea), DKS Co. Ltd. (South Korea), Daicel Corporation (Japan), FENCHEM (China), J. RETTENMAIER & SÖHNE GmbH + Co KG (Germany), SE Tylose GmbH & Co. KG (Germany), and Shandong Head Group Co., Ltd. (China)
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Market Opportunities
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Cellulose Ether and Its Derivatives Market Definition
Cellulose ethers are derived from cellulose, a natural polymer found in plant cell walls. Through chemical modification, cellulose is converted into ethers such as methylcellulose, hydroxypropyl cellulose, and carboxymethyl cellulose. These derivatives are used in various applications, including pharmaceuticals, food products, and construction materials, due to their water-solubility and thickening properties.
Cellulose Ether and Its Derivatives Market Dynamics
Drivers
- Rise in Personal Care and Cosmetics
The rise in personal care and cosmetics significantly drives the cellulose ethers market. Cellulose ethers, such as hydroxyethyl cellulose, are used extensively in products such as shampoos, conditioners, and lotions for their thickening, emulsifying, and stabilizing properties. For instance, hydroxyethyl cellulose improves the texture and stability of facial creams, enhancing their performance. This increasing demand for effective and high-quality personal care products fuels market growth.
- Growing Demand for Water-Based Products
The rising demand for water-based products is a significant driver for the cellulose ether & derivatives market. In paints and coatings, cellulose ethers enhance water retention and improve viscosity, making them essential for high-performance formulations. For instance, in April 2022, Nouryon launched Bermocoll FLOW, a cellulose ether designed for paint formulations and airless spray applications. This product features superior sag resistance and spatter resistance. It stands out as a sustainable option due to its low volatile organic compound (VOC) emissions.
Opportunities
- Advancements in Food and Beverage Industry
Advancements in the food and beverage industry create significant opportunities for cellulose ethers. For instance, their use in dairy products, such as yogurt and ice cream, enhances texture and stability. The increasing consumer preference for natural and functional ingredients further drives demand. Additionally, innovations such as improved cellulose ether formulations for plant-based foods open new market segments, expanding their application and growth potential.
- Increase in Industrial Applications
The increase in industrial applications for cellulose ethers, such as in paints, coatings, and adhesives, creates significant market opportunities. For instance, the rising demand for waterborne coatings in the automotive and construction industries boosts the need for cellulose ethers due to their role in enhancing viscosity and stability. This trend supports market expansion as manufacturers seek advanced, eco-friendly solutions to meet evolving industry standards and consumer preferences.
Restraints/Challenges
- High Production Costs
The production of cellulose ether involves complex processes and requires high-quality raw materials, leading to elevated manufacturing costs. This results in a higher final product price, making cellulose ether less competitive in cost-sensitive applications. As a consequence, the market growth is hindered by reduced adoption in industries that prioritize cost efficiency, limiting the potential market expansion and application of these materials.
- Raw Material Availability
Cellulose ethers are derived from cellulose, sourced from wood or cotton. Fluctuations in the availability and prices of these raw materials can destabilize the cellulose ether market. Factors such as deforestation, agricultural shifts, and supply chain disruptions can lead to raw material shortages or cost increases, directly impacting production capabilities and market stability, thus hindering market growth.
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Cellulose Ether and Its Derivatives Market Scope
The market is segmented on the basis of product type and end-user. The growth amongst these segments will help you analyze meagre growth segments in the industries and provide the users with a valuable market overview and market insights to help them make strategic decisions for identifying core market applications.
Product Type
- Carboxy Methyl Cellulose
- Methyl Cellulose
- Hydroxypropyl Methyl Cellulose
- Hydroxyethyl Cellulose
- Others
End-User
- Personal Care and Detergents
- Construction
- Pharmaceuticals
- Food and Beverages
- Oil-Field Applications
- Others
Cellulose Ether and Its Derivatives Market Regional Analysis
The market is analysed and market size insights and trends are provided by product type and end-user as referenced above.
The countries covered in the market report are U.S., Canada and Mexico in North America, Germany, France, U.K., Netherlands, Switzerland, Belgium, Russia, Italy, Spain, Turkey, Rest of Europe in Europe, China, Japan, India, South Korea, Singapore, Malaysia, Australia, Thailand, Indonesia, Philippines, Rest of Asia-Pacific (APAC) in the Asia-Pacific (APAC), Saudi Arabia, U.A.E, South Africa, Egypt, Israel, Rest of Middle East and Africa (MEA) as a part of Middle East and Africa (MEA), Brazil, Argentina and Rest of South America as part of South America.
Asia-Pacific is expected to dominate the cellulose ether and its derivatives market due to rising demand in sectors such as mining, construction, oilfield drilling fluids, and pharmaceuticals. The region benefits from cheap labour and competitive manufacturing costs, further boosting its market leadership.
The country section of the report also provides individual market impacting factors and changes in regulation in the market domestically that impacts the current and future trends of the market. Data points such as down-stream and upstream value chain analysis, technical trends and porter's five forces analysis, case studies are some of the pointers used to forecast the market scenario for individual countries. Also, the presence and availability of global brands and their challenges faced due to large or scarce competition from local and domestic brands, impact of domestic tariffs and trade routes are considered while providing forecast analysis of the country data.
Cellulose Ether and Its Derivatives Market Share
The market competitive landscape provides details by competitor. Details included are company overview, company financials, revenue generated, market potential, investment in research and development, new market initiatives, global presence, production sites and facilities, production capacities, company strengths and weaknesses, product launch, product width and breadth, application dominance. The above data points provided are only related to the companies' focus related to market.
Some of the major players operating in the market are:
- Rayonier Inc. (U.S.)
- Lampert Lumber (U.S.)
- Borregaard AS (Norway)
- Ashland (U.S.)
- Shin-Etsu Chemical Co., Ltd. (Japan)
- Dow (U.S.)
- CP Kelco U.S., Inc. (U.S.)
- LOTTE Fine Chemical CO,.Ltd. (South Korea)
- DKS Co. Ltd. (South Korea)
- Daicel Corporation (Japan)
- FENCHEM (China)
- J. RETTENMAIER & SÖHNE GmbH + Co KG (Germany)
- SE Tylose GmbH & Co. KG (Germany)
- Shandong Head Group Co., Ltd. (China)
Latest Developments in Cellulose Ether and Its Derivatives
- In January 2024, Dow received ISCC PLUS certification for its production facilities in Freeport, Texas, covering both PO/PG and Polyol manufacturing. This certification highlights Dow's commitment to sustainable practices in its chemical production processes, ensuring environmental and social sustainability standards are met
- In November 2023, Ashland introduced Perfectyl biofunctional chamomile, a groundbreaking product designed to enhance skin perfection without the need for injections. This innovation draws inspiration from advanced aesthetic procedures, offering users a non-invasive solution to achieve smoother, more flawless skin
- In January 2024, Nouryon unveiled Berol Nexus surfactant at the 2024 ACI Annual Meeting and Industry Convention in Orlando, Florida. This latest innovation is a multifunctional hydrotrope, tailored for the North American cleaning market and promises enhanced performance and versatility in cleaning applications
- In January 2022, Ashland began efforts to significantly boost its production capacity for Benecel cellulose ethers in Belgium. The expansion aims to increase production by over 50% by 2023, meeting the rising demand for cellulose ethers and derivatives in nutrition and pharmaceutical applications
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