SLS, SLES, and LAS Market Report 2025

The SLS, SLES, And LAS market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $11.16 billion in 2024 to $11.79 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.6%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to industrial applications, population growth, urbanization, regulatory standards, cost-effectiveness, hygiene awareness.

The SLS, SLES, And LAS market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $15.18 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.5%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to sustainable practices, e-commerce growth, innovation in green chemistry, emerging markets, customization and specialty products, stringent regulations. Major trends in the forecast period include r&d investments, innovation in formulations, technological advancements in production, sustainable packaging initiatives, collaborations and partnerships.

The anticipated rise in the demand for sanitation and hygiene in the SLS, SLES, and LAS industries is expected to drive the growth of the SLS, SLES, and LAS markets. Personal hygiene, which involves maintaining cleanliness for overall health and well-being, has fueled the demand for anionic surfactants such as SLS, SLES, and LAS. These surfactants serve as emulsifying cleaning agents in various household cleaning products, including laundry detergents, spray cleaners, and dishwasher detergents. The surge in demand for sanitation and hygiene is exemplified by the alarming statistics from UNICEF, revealing that preventable diseases due to inadequate water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) cause approximately 1.4 million deaths annually. With 3.5 billion people lacking safely managed services in 2022, the call for sanitation and hygiene in the manufacturing industry is a significant driver for the growth of the SLS, SLES, and LAS markets.

The anticipated growth of the e-commerce industry is expected to drive the expansion of the SLS, SLES, and LAS markets in the coming years. E-commerce, or electronic commerce, involves the buying and selling of goods and services over the internet, providing consumers with a convenient and accessible way to purchase personal care and cleaning products that contain SLS, SLES, and LAS. The rise of e-commerce has also allowed manufacturers to reach a broader audience and enhance their market presence. For example, in November 2023, the International Trade Administration, a U.S.-based government agency, reported that e-commerce revenues in the UK are projected to have an annual average growth rate of 12.6% by 2025. Consumer e-commerce accounted for 36.3% of the UK's overall retail industry, with e-commerce revenue expected to reach $285.6 billion by 2025. Therefore, the growth of the e-commerce industry is driving the expansion of the SLS, SLES, and LAS markets.

Major companies operating in the SLS, SLES, and LAS markets are strategically investing in eco-friendly surfactants to boost production and enhance sustainability. These investments aim to optimize resource efficiency and establish a waste-free chemical industry that aligns with environmental sustainability. For instance, in August 2022, Unilever PLC, a UK-based consumer packaged goods company, exemplifies this strategy by acquiring NextLab linear alkylbenzene (LAB), a renewable and biodegradable surfactant used in LAS production. NextLab LAB, the world's first surfactant made from renewable carbon, represents a more environmentally friendly approach to manufacturing a vital raw ingredient for surfactants.

Major companies in the SLS, SLES, and LAS market are focusing on introducing advanced products such as LAS raw materials to gain a competitive advantage. LAS is industrially prepared through the sulfonation of linear alkylbenzenes (LABs), derived from the alkylation of benzene with long-chain monoalkenes. Cepsa Química, a Spain-based chemicals company, introduced NextLab, the world's first LAB, in January 2023. LAB is used in the production of LAS, the largest primary surfactant in homecare industry detergents. This innovative product demonstrates the commitment to introducing advanced solutions to maintain a competitive edge in the market.

In April 2022, Indorama Ventures Public Company Limited (IVL), a Thailand-based sustainable chemical company, acquired Oxiteno, a Brazil-based manufacturer of chemicals and surfactants. This acquisition enabled IVL to expand its growth profile into Latin America and the United States, positioning itself as the surfactant producer for the Americas and gaining potential for further expansion in Europe and Asia. Oxiteno's expertise in chemicals and surfactants, including sulfates such as sodium lauryl sulfate, complemented IVL's strategic growth plans.

Major companies operating in the SLS, SLES, and LAS market include Galaxy Surfactants Ltd., Croda International Plc, Clariant AG, Taiwan NJC Corporation, Solvay, Stepan Company, Dow Inc., Huntsman International LLC, Henkel AG & co. KGaA, Godrej Industries Limited, Kao Corporation, Badische Anilin und Soda Fabrik Societas Europaea, Alpha Chemicals Private Limited, Akshar Chemical India Private Limited, Shell Chemicals, Procter & Gamble, AkzoNobel, Unilever, Sasol, Oxiteno, Lion Corporation, Evonik Industries, JXTG Nippon Oil & Energy, Enaspol, Guangzhou Litze Chemical, Xinyi Group, Lianlian Chemical, Nease Co., TAYCA Corporation.

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

Sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS), sodium lauryl ether sulfate, and linear alkyl benzene sulfonate (LAS) are surfactants that reduce water surface tension, facilitating the cleansing and lathering of items. They play a key role in emulsifying cleaning agents found in household cleaning products, including laundry detergents, spray cleaners, and dishwasher detergents.

The primary product types of SLS, SLES, and LAS include sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS), sodium lauryl ether sulfate (SLES), and linear alkyl benzene sulfonate (LAS). SLS, as an anionic surfactant, is commonly utilized as an emulsifying cleaning agent in household cleaning products such as laundry detergents, spray cleaners, and dishwasher detergents. These surfactants are manufactured through coco-based and inorganic-based processes and find applications in various industries, including detergents and cleaners, personal care, oilfield chemicals, textile and leather, paints and coatings, and others.

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The SLS, SLES, and LAS market consists of sales of dry and liquid forms of sodium lauryl sulfate. 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.

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