Oilfield Chemicals Market Report 2025

The oilfield chemicals market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $35.18 billion in 2024 to $37.62 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.9%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to market competition and innovation, geopolitical factors, corrosion and scale prevention, cost efficiency in operations, oil, and gas exploration.

The oilfield chemicals market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $48.51 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.6%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to sustainability focus, competition and market dynamics, geopolitical influence, production optimization, complex reservoir extraction. Major trends in the forecast period include advanced extraction techniques, sustainability and environment, shale gas and tight oil extraction, enhanced oil recovery (EOR), digitalization and automation.

An upsurge in oil production and exploration activities is anticipated to drive the oilfield chemicals market forward. Oil exploration involves methodologies to identify potential drilling locations and extract oil and gas. These chemicals, commonly used as drilling fluids, enhance oil recovery across various operations. For instance, as per the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA), crude oil production is projected to average 12.8 million barrels per day in 2023. Consequently, the increased focus on oil production and exploration is a driving force behind the growth of the oilfield chemicals market.

The increasing demand for crude oil and its by-products is anticipated to drive the growth of the oilfield chemicals market in the future. Crude oil is a mixture of hydrocarbons found in a liquid state within natural subterranean reservoirs, remaining liquid under normal pressure even after passing through surface-separating facilities. The by-products are derived from the extraction process at refineries and include gasoline, aviation fuel, diesel, and asphalt. The growing demand for crude oil has resulted in heightened exploration and production activities, which in turn has boosted the demand for oilfield chemicals. These chemicals are essential in various petroleum operations, such as drilling, well stimulation, production, cementing, enhanced oil recovery, and hydraulic fracturing. For example, in March 2023, the U.S. Energy Information Administration, a federal statistical system for collecting, processing, and disseminating energy data, reported that U.S. crude oil production rose to 12.4 million b/d in 2023, up from a record high of 11.7 million b/d in 2022. Additionally, in September 2022, the U.S. averaged daily natural gas consumption reached 86.6 billion cubic feet, marking the highest annual consumption of natural gas in the country compared to the previous year. Consequently, the growing demand for crude oil and its by-products is fueling the oilfield chemicals market.

Innovation remains a key trend in the oilfield chemicals market. Leading companies are dedicated to developing innovative products to drive market expansion. For instance, Ingevity Corporation introduced new bio-based oilfield products, EnvaWet UHS 3100 wetting agent, and EnvaDry P-FL dual-functional dry additive derived from pine-based tall oil for invert emulsion drilling fluids in April 2022. The EnvaDry P-FL, a 100% active spray-dried technology, offers primary emulsification benefits and improved fluid loss control, while the EnvaWet UHS 3100 assists in maintaining fluid rheology in high-solid volume environments.

In September 2022, Epiroc AB, a Swedish mining and infrastructure equipment manufacturer, completed the acquisition of AARD Mining Equipment Pvt. Ltd. The undisclosed deal aimed to expand Epiroc's product offerings in underground equipment and bolster its footprint in Africa. AARD Mining Equipment Pvt. Ltd., situated in South Africa, specializes in manufacturing diverse mining industry equipment, including oilfield chemicals.

In March 2022, DL Chemicals, a South Korean petrochemical firm, completed the acquisition of Kraton Corporation for $2.5 billion. This strategic move was aimed at propelling both companies into leadership positions within the specialty chemicals sector. By joining forces, Kraton stands to bolster its global reach, particularly in the Asian market, utilizing DL Chemicals' robust manufacturing capacities. Kraton Corporation, based in the US, specializes in the production of oilfield chemicals.

Major companies operating in the oilfield chemicals market are Johnson Controls International PLC, Halliburton, Schlumberger Limited, Solvay, Baker Hughes Company, Champion X, Albemarle Corporation, Ashland, BASF SE, CES Energy Solutions Corp., Clariant, Croda International PLC, Chevron Phillips Chemical Company, Dow, Elementis PLC, Flotek Industries Inc., Huntsman International LLC, Innospec Oilfield Services, Kemira, MPRC, Ecolab (NALCO Champion), Nouryon, The Lubrizol Corporation, Zirax Limited, SMC Global, Aquapharm Chemical Pvt. Ltd., Thermax Chemical Division, NexTier Oilfield Solutions, Patterson-UTI Energy Inc., Givaudan, International Flavors & Fragrances Inc., Takasago International Corporation.

North America was the largest region in the oilfield chemicals market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the oilfield chemicals market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the oilfield chemicals market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

Oilfield chemicals encompass specialized chemical compounds used to enhance oil recovery, safeguard against corrosion, optimize drilling operations, prevent mud loss in diverse geological formations, and stabilize drilling fluid, especially in high-temperature and high-pressure settings.

The oilfield chemicals market comprises various categories such as polymers, corrosion and scale inhibitors, demulsifiers, surfactants, gellants and viscosifiers, among others. Polymers play a pivotal role in drilling fluid applications, enhancing the extraction process of oil and gas operations. These large molecules are incorporated into drilling muds, tailored for specific drilling conditions. In certain scenarios, polymers entirely replace clay in drilling through formations with water-sensitive shales or in water-producing zones. These applications span onshore and offshore locations, covering drilling, cementing, enhanced oil recovery, production chemicals, well stimulation, and workover and completion.

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The oilfield chemicals market consists of sales of water clarifiers, hydrogen sulphide scavengers and gas well foamers. 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).

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