Industrial Cleaning Chemicals Market Report 2025

The industrial cleaning chemicals market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $61.35 billion in 2024 to $65.62 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to industrialization and manufacturing growth, stringent regulatory standards, occupational health and safety compliance, focus on sustainable practices, rise in food processing industry, healthcare facility hygiene, water treatment and pollution control.

The industrial cleaning chemicals market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $90.53 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.4%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to globalization of supply chains, focus on green chemistry, e-commerce growth, biofilm control in food processing, rapid urbanization, customized cleaning solutions, focus on specialty chemicals. Major trends in the forecast period include increased automation and robotics, focus on high-efficiency and performance, shift toward bio-based and bio-derived ingredients, customization and tailored solutions, advancements in nanotechnology, digitalization and data-driven cleaning practices.

The increasing healthcare expenditure by individuals is expected to boost the industrial cleaning chemicals market. Healthcare encompasses the maintenance of physical, mental, and emotional well-being, with disinfection playing a crucial role in reducing the risk of infections caused by microbial contamination. For instance, in 2022, the Office for National Statistics, a UK-based national statistics organization, reported that healthcare expenditure in the UK reached approximately $354.88 billion (£283 billion), marking a nominal increase of 0.7% compared to 2021. Thus, the rising healthcare spending by individuals is driving the growth of the industrial cleaning chemicals market.

The burgeoning demand in the automotive industry is expected to propel the industrial cleaning chemicals market. These chemicals play a pivotal role in manufacturing automotive components, effectively removing contaminants from metal, plastic, and rubber surfaces. Notably, data from the European Automobile Manufacturers Association highlighted a global production of 85.4 million motor vehicles in 2022, marking a substantial 5.7% increase from the previous year. Additionally, Brand Finance plc reported a noteworthy 10% increase in automobile sector sales, reaching approximately 78 million units in 2022. This increased demand within the automotive industry acts as a significant driving force propelling the growth of the industrial cleaning chemicals market.

A prominent trend reshaping the industrial cleaning chemicals market is the emphasis on product innovations. Key players in the market are dedicated to developing innovative product solutions to bolster their market share. For instance, Clariant AG introduced a distinctive line of 100% bio-based surfactants and polyethylene glycols in February 2022. These products indirectly address climate change, utilizing ethylene oxide sourced from 100% bio-ethanol derived from sugar cane or corn. Such formulations, based on renewable feedstocks and boasting a minimum 98% Renewable Carbon Index (RCI), reflect a drive towards eco-conscious innovations in industrial cleaning chemicals.

Major companies within the industrial cleaning chemicals market are innovating eco-friendly solutions to gain a competitive edge. Eco-friendly industrial cleaning chemicals prioritize environmental consciousness, delivering effective cleaning while minimizing adverse impacts on ecosystems and human health. For instance, The Clorox Company launched Clorox EcoClean in September 2022 a line of eco-conscious cleaners and disinfectants tailored for professionals maintaining public spaces. This range includes a disinfecting cleaner, an all-purpose cleaner made with 99% plant-based cleaning ingredients, and a non-ammoniated glass cleaner, ensuring thorough cleaning while promoting sustainability and environmental responsibility.

In February 2022, Essity, a Sweden-based hygiene and health company, acquired Legacy Converting, Inc. for an undisclosed sum. This acquisition is intended to enhance Essity's product portfolio and bolster its position in the professional hygiene market. Legacy Converting, Inc., a US-based firm, specializes in manufacturing professional wiping and cleaning products.

Major companies operating in the industrial cleaning chemicals market are Ecolab Inc., Diversey Holdings Ltd., Badische Anilin und Soda Fabrik SE, Procter & Gamble Company, Akzo Nobel N.V., Clariant International Ltd., Croda International PLC, Eastman Chemical Company, Henkel AG & Co. KGaA, Huntsman Corporation, Solvay SA, Dow Inc., Evonik Industries AG, Stepan Company, Pilot Chemical Company, DuPont de Nemours Inc., Royal Chemical Co. Inc., Dober Chemical Corp., Weiman Products LLC, Spartan Chemical Company Inc., The Chemours Company, Lubrizol Corporation, Nouryon, Quaker Houghton, S.C. Johnson & Son Inc., Kao Corporation, Church & Dwight Co. Inc., Betco Corporation.

North America was the largest region in the industrial cleaning chemicals market in 2024. The regions covered in the industrial cleaning chemicals market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the industrial cleaning chemicals market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

Industrial cleaning chemicals serve as synthetic compounds aimed at mitigating corrosion risks on industrial equipment, including pipelines, vessels, and heavy machinery. Their application in cleaning and sanitizing industrial equipment is pivotal for ensuring worker safety and minimizing chemical, biological, and environmental hazards within industrial environments.

Diverse product types constitute the realm of industrial cleaning chemicals, encompassing general cleaners, metal cleaners, oven and grill cleaners, dishwashing agents, commercial laundry solutions, dairy cleaners, and disinfectants. Metal cleaners specifically target the removal of soils from metal surfaces, employing methods like cold cleaning, open-top vapor degreasing, or conveyorized degreasing. These chemicals consist of various ingredient types such as surfactants, solvents, chelating agents, pH regulators, solubilizers, and other components. They find extensive usage across multiple sectors including manufacturing, commercial offices, healthcare, retail and food service, hospitality, automotive, aerospace, food processing, and numerous other applications, ensuring effective maintenance and cleanliness of equipment and facilities.

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The industrial cleaning chemicals market consists of sales of heavy-duty and highly concentrated commercial quality detergents, sanitizers, air hygiene, ventilation biocides, solvent cleaners, descalers, shower head cleaners, engineering pre-commission cleaners, oil dispersants, and quick break self-emulsifying cleaners. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is, the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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