Naphthalene Sulfonate Market Report 2026

The naphthalene sulfonate market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $0.96 billion in 2025 to $1.03 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.6%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growth in construction and infrastructure projects, widespread use in concrete plasticizers, expansion of textile dye manufacturing, demand for improved dispersion agents, established chemical processing technologies.

The naphthalene sulfonate market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $1.29 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.8%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing urban infrastructure development, rising demand for high strength concrete, growth in agrochemical production, innovation in construction additives, expansion of ceramic and plastic processing industries. Major trends in the forecast period include rising use of naphthalene sulfonate in concrete admixtures, growing demand for high performance dispersing agents, expansion of applications in textile and dye industries, increasing adoption in agrochemical formulations, higher focus on construction chemical performance.

The increasing building and construction industry is expected to propel the growth of the naphthalene sulfonate market going forward. The building and construction industry encompasses the design, development, and assembly of structures and infrastructure for residential, commercial, and industrial purposes. The increasing building and construction industry is driven by population growth, urbanization, infrastructure development, and renovation demands. Naphthalene sulfonate is used as a superplasticizer in the construction industry to improve the workability and strength of concrete mixes. For instance, in June 2023, according to the quarterly construction inquiry published by the Northern Ireland Statistics and Research Agency, a UK-based public authority, from the first quarter of 2022 to the first quarter of 2023, the overall construction industry expanded by 6.5%, with the housing sector of construction increasing by 11.1% and the infrastructure subsector by 3.7%. Therefore, the increasing building and construction industry is driving the naphthalene sulfonate market.

Major companies operating in the naphthalene sulfonate market are focused on developing innovative solutions, such as architectural powder coating, to enhance their market presence and gain a competitive edge. Architectural powder coating, a finishing process where a dry powder is applied and cured, improves the efficiency and durability of concrete structures by enhancing the performance and compatibility of naphthalene sulfonate-based products in concrete applications. For instance, in November 2023, Akzo Nobel N.V., a Netherlands-based specialty chemical company, launched Interpon D1036 Low-E, a low-energy powder coating cured at temperatures as low as 150 °C, drastically cutting energy usage. Enhanced with naphthalene sulfonate, it reduces consumption by up to 20% compared to conventional coatings, all while omitting TGIC for a greener choice.

In March 2023, Aimia Inc., a Canada-based investment holding company, acquired Giovanni Bozzetto S.p.A. for $328 million. The acquisition of Bozzetto Group by Aimia is expected to enhance Aimia's position in the ESG-focused specialty chemicals sector, expand its global presence, and provide a strong foundation for future growth and profitability. Giovanni Bozzetto S.p.A. is an Italy-based company specializing in the production of chemical specialties such as naphthalene-sulfonates for various industrial sectors.

Major companies operating in the naphthalene sulfonate market are BASF SE, Thermo Fisher Scientific, Solvay S.A., Mitsui Chemicals Inc, Kao Corporation, Akzo Nobel N.V., Sika AG, Nouryon, GCP Applied Technologies Inc, Himadri Speciality Chemical Ltd, Mapei S.p.A., GEO Specialty Chemicals, Nease Co. LLC, TCI Chemicals (India) Pvt. Ltd., Bisley & Company, MUHU Construction Materials Company Limited, Alpha Chemical Corp, Hubei Aging Chemical Co. Ltd., Shandong Wanshan Chemical Co. Ltd., Vizag chemical, Yahska Polymer Pvt. Ltd.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the naphthalene sulfonate market in 2025. The regions covered in the naphthalene sulfonate market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the naphthalene sulfonate market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The naphthalene sulfonate market consists of sales of sodium naphthalene sulfonate, calcium naphthalene sulfonate, and potassium naphthalene sulfonate. 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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