Pesticide Inert Ingredients Market Report 2025

The pesticide inert ingredients market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $5.18 billion in 2024 to $5.56 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.2%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increased agricultural productivity demands, expansion of the agrochemical industry, pesticide resistance management, regulatory compliance and safety standards, and focus on environmental impact.

The pesticide inert ingredients market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $7.5 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.8%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to the emergence of precision agriculture, focus on biorational pesticides, demand for microbial pesticides, stricter environmental regulations, climate change adaptation strategies, and consumer demand for organic products. Major trends in the forecast period include customization for precision agriculture, nanotechnology in formulations, inert ingredients with multiple functions, global collaboration for research and development, and integration of biotechnology.

The increasing use of pesticides is expected to drive the growth of the pesticide inert ingredients market in the coming years. Pesticides are substances utilized for killing, preventing, reducing, or repelling a variety of pests. Inert ingredients are combined with active ingredients in pesticides to help prolong the shelf life of these products. For example, in July 2024, the Food and Agriculture Organization, a government agency in the United States, reported that the total pesticide usage in agriculture reached 3.7 million tonnes (Mt) of active ingredients in 2022, marking a 4% increase from 2021. Consequently, the rising adoption of pesticides will fuel the growth of the pesticide inert ingredients market.

The increasing agricultural production is expected to drive the growth of the pesticide inert ingredients market in the future. Agricultural production involves the processes of growing and harvesting food, fiber, and other agricultural products. Pesticide inert ingredients are crucial in agricultural production; by enhancing the effectiveness and application of active ingredients, these inert substances can indirectly lead to higher crop yields and improved agricultural outcomes. For example, the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, a government agency in the United States, reported that in 2022, the total production value of major berries, spring potatoes, vegetable crops, and watermelons reached $1.93 billion, reflecting a 16% increase compared to 2021. As a result, the rise in agricultural production is driving the growth of the pesticide inert ingredients market.

Leading companies in the pesticide inert ingredient market are concentrating on developing innovative products, including crop protection solutions, to enhance agricultural efficiency and minimize environmental impact. Crop protection solutions encompass various products and practices designed to protect crops from pests, diseases, and weeds, promoting healthier plants and improved yields. For example, in August 2024, FMC Corporation, a chemicals manufacturing company based in the United States, introduced Velzo fungicide, Vayobel herbicide, and Ambriva herbicide. These products are aimed at assisting farmers in managing diseases and weeds in fruits, vegetables, rice, and wheat. FMC’s initiatives reflect a commitment to sustainable agricultural practices and innovation that are specifically tailored to the needs of local farmers.

Major industry players are invested in developing advanced solutions such as agrochemical digital tools to gain a competitive edge. These digital platforms assist farmers in making informed decisions regarding agrochemical usage. An example is The Dow Chemical Company's DOW Crop Solver, launched in May 2023. This online tool expedites agricultural formulation development by providing guidance on inert ingredient properties and selection. Offering a user-friendly interface, it ensures comprehensive information and compatibility checks for inert ingredients chosen by farmers, enhancing their decision-making process in agrochemical use.

In April 2024, Kingswood Capital Management LP, a private equity firm based in the United States, acquired PATCO Products LLC, which is Corbion's emulsifiers division, for an undisclosed sum. This acquisition is intended to bolster PATCO Products' presence in the emulsifiers market by allowing it to operate with greater focus and operational flexibility as an independent entity. PATCO Products LLC is a manufacturing company located in the U.S. that specializes in producing emulsifiers for use in agricultural formulations.

Major companies operating in the pesticide inert ingredients market include BASF SE, Clariant Specialty Chemicals, Croda International plc, DowDuPont Inc., Eastman Chemical Company, Huntsman International LLC, Solvay SA, Stepan Company, Evonik Industries AG, Akzo Nobel NV, Chromatech Inc., Parry America Inc., Avril Group Scr, Kao Corporation, Lonza Group Ltd., Innospec Inc., Ashland Global Holdings Inc., Vertellus Holdings LLC, Pilot Chemical Corp., Innophos Holdings Inc., Fina Oleochemicals, 3M Company, Aceto Agricultural Chemicals Corporation, Bayer AG, ABC Compounding Co. Inc., Syngenta AG.

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

Pesticide inert ingredients serve as additional components in pesticide formulations, complementing the active ingredients. These inert substances aid in facilitating the penetration of active components into plant surfaces and contribute to prolonging the shelf life of pesticide products.

The primary categories of pesticide inert ingredients include emulsifiers, solvents, carriers, and various other types. Emulsifiers are chemical additives that enable the suspension of one liquid within another, often utilized in creating odorless, non-toxic, and non-irritating pesticide formulations. These inert ingredients are derived from synthetic and bio-based sources and are available in dry, liquid, and other forms. They cater to a spectrum of pesticide types such as insecticides, herbicides, fungicides, rodenticides, and other specialized pesticide variants.

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The pesticide inert ingredients market consists of sales of aerosol propellants, fragrances and dyes. 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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