Demulsifier Market

Demulsifier Market Outlook (2024 to 2034)

The global demulsifier market has been valued at US$ 2.48 billion in 2024, as revealed in the updated industry report by Fact.MR. Worldwide demand for demulsifiers is evaluated to increase at a CAGR of 3.4% and reach a market worth of US$ 3.47 billion by the end of 2034.

Extensive use of demulsifiers in several end-use industries, including crude oil, lubricant manufacturing, oil-based power plants, petro refineries, etc., is generating remunerative opportunities for suppliers. Governments in various countries, especially in potentially high-growth markets such as India and Brazil, are spending significantly on R&D activities for product improvement and exploring more efficient production techniques. In addition, demulsifiers are also consumed for the separation of emulsions in oil. Rising demand for this chemical in the oil & gas industry is contributing to the expanding demulsifier market size.

Demulsifiers are based on some chemicals, including epoxy resins, which exhibit effective demulsification strength, making them more suitable for use in a wide industrial application range. The growing use of demulsifiers in sludge oil treatment is contributing to its increased efficiency. Moreover, increasing crude oil production, a growing number of power plants, and a rising number of green demulsifiers manufactured through the use of environment-friendly chemicals are responsible for global market growth.

Rising global demand for green and clean energy along with an increasing focus on modernization and technological advancements in production techniques are further contributing to the demulsifier market growth. However, high cost of R&D proficiencies and stringent environmental regulations imposed by governing bodies are adversely impacting the demand growth for demulsifiers.

• Worldwide sales of demulsifiers for use in sludge oil treatment are projected to rise at a CAGR of 3.4% and reach US$ 1.69 billion by the end of 2034.
• Demand for demulsifiers in Japan is approximated to increase at a CAGR of 2.7% from 2024 to 2034.
• North America is forecasted to capture 24.7% of the global market share by 2034-end.

Report Attribute	Detail
Demulsifier Market Size (2024E)	US$ 2.48 Billion
Forecasted Market Value (2034F)	US$ 3.47 Billion
Global Market Growth Rate (2024 to 2034)	3.4% CAGR
South Korea Market Growth Rate (2024 to 2034)	5.2% CAGR
Market Share of Oil-Soluble Demulsifier (2034F)	57.4%
East Asia Market Share (2034F)	26.2%
Key Companies Profiled	BASF S.E.; SI Group; AkzoNobel N.V.; Weatherford International Ltd.; Nouryon; The Dow Chemical Company; BYK; Nova Star LP; Croda International Plc; Baker Hughes Inc.; Halliburton; Clariant AG; Ecolab Inc.; Innospec; Schlumberger Limited; Momentive Performance Materials, Inc.

Why is There Steady Increase in Demand for Demulsifiers?

“High Production of Oil & Gas”

Increasing oil & gas production is generating demand for demulsifiers as one of the prominent chemicals utilized in the separation and processing of crude oil. Further, emulsions result in corrosion and equipment fouling, which result in downtime during the maintenance process. Efficient use of demulsifiers helps in minimizing emulsion formation and thereby reduces the frequency of equipment maintenance and cleaning, which further helps in the optimization of production uptime.

With growing oil production, there is a noteworthy increase in the amount of water generated during the extraction procedure. This manufactured water requires separation from oil and other impurities for proper treatment or disposition. These factors are set to positively influence demulsifier market trends over the next 10 years.

What Issues Do Suppliers of Demulsifiers Need to Tackle?

“Implementation of Stringent Environmental Regulations”

Stringent environmental regulations are adversely impacting the consumption growth of demulsifiers in several industries such as oil & gas, refining, petroleum, etc. These regulations are specifically designed for ensuring the responsible extraction of resources, minimizing environmental impacts, and protecting ecosystems. Demulsifiers, which are utilized in breaking emulsion produce waste streams, which require proper disposal. Stringent environmental regulations generate requirements for waste processing and treatment, which complicate the demulsifier utilization process, thereby limiting market growth opportunities.

What is Helping New Market Players Make a Mark in This Business Space?

“Growing Requirements for Bio-based Demulsifiers”

In recent years, there has been a noteworthy increase in the demand for bio-based demulsifiers across industries to adopt more sustainable and environment-friendly solutions. These bio-based demulsifiers are produced from renewable sources and cause lower environmental impacts in comparison with conventional chemical-based options. Further, they are used as sustainable alternatives to minimize the consumption of fossil resources and overall carbon footprint.

Country-wise Insights

East Asia is approximated to hold 26.2% of the global demulsifier market share by the end of 2034, as per the data provided by the recently updated analysis published by Fact.MR, a market research and competitive intelligence provider. The presence of some of the largest petroleum refineries in the region is driving demand for demulsifiers for effective operation processes.

Why is the United States a Key Market for Demulsifier Producers?

“Ever-rising Requirements for Petroleum Lubricants and Products”

Attribute	United States
Market Value (2024E)	US$ 397.3 Million
Growth Rate (2024 to 2034)	4.7% CAGR
Projected Value (2034F)	US$ 630.3 Million

The United States is analyzed to capture a share of 73.5% of North American market revenue by the end of 2034. Growing demand for lubricants and crude oil for use in various industries, including automotive, electricity, etc., are escalating sales of demulsifiers for their processing. In addition, the increasing demand for petroleum is also contributing to the rising sales of water-soluble demulsifiers and oil-soluble demulsifiers. Increasing use of personal and commercial vehicles along with rising requirements for demulsifiers from the industrial sector are also creating lucrative opportunities for market players.

What Makes China a Profitable Market for Suppliers of Demulsifiers?

“Growing Production of Oil Driving High Use of Demulsifiers”

Attribute	China
Market Value (2024E)	US$ 366.2 Million
Growth Rate (2024 to 2034)	3.6% CAGR
Projected Value (2034F)	US$ 521.2 Million

China is evaluated to occupy 57.3% share of the market in East Asia by the end of 2034. China contributes significantly to the increased demand for demulsifiers in the region owing to the rising production of oil. In addition, the presence of some key end-use industries, such as oil & gas, etc., are also driving demand for demulsifiers in the country.

Which Market Dynamics are Increasing Consumption of Demulsifiers in Japan?

“Industrial Sector Contributing to Rising Demulsifier Sales”

Attribute	Japan
Market Value (2024E)	US$ 201.5 Million
Growth Rate (2024 to 2034)	2.7% CAGR
Projected Value (2034F)	US$ 262 Million

Japan is calculated to capture a share of 28.8% of the East Asian market by the end of 2034. The increasing demand for demulsifiers in the country is attributed to the expanding industrial sector, which is contributing to the growing demulsifier sales for separating water from crude oil.

Category-wise Insights

This recently updated report by Fact.MR asserts that an increase in the demand for oil-soluble demulsifiers is due to their high use in the effective processing of crude oil. In addition, increasing environmental concerns are driving the demand for oil-soluble demulsifiers due to their assistance in minimizing waste generation compared with other available options.

Why are Oil-Soluble Demulsifiers Highly Popular Compared to Water-based Demulsifiers?

“Increasing Environmental Concerns Driving Demand for Oil-Soluble Demulsifiers”

Attribute	Oil-Soluble
Segment Value (2024E)	US$ 1.42 Billion
Growth Rate (2024 to 2034)	3.5% CAGR
Projected Value (2034F)	US$ 1.99 Billion

Oil-soluble demulsifiers are set to account for a share of 57.4% of the global market by the end of 2034. Increasing demand for these demulsifiers is attributed to their consumption in efficient processing of crude oil, high-quality oil output, and increased production yields. This increased demand is shaped by growing environmental concerns, technological advancements in production techniques, and the energy landscape. Effective breaking of emulsion with the use of demulsifiers helps minimize the volume of waste generation, which needs to be disposed of, treated, and reinjected into reservoirs.

Which Application Will Account for Higher Demulsifier Sales?

“Rising Consumption of Demulsifiers in Sludge Oil Treatment for Easy Processing”

Attribute	Sludge Oil Treatment
Segment Value (2024E)	US$ 1.21 Billion
Growth Rate (2024 to 2034)	3.4% CAGR
Projected Value (2034F)	US$ 1.69 Billion

Sludge oil treatment is forecasted to hold 48.8% share of global market revenue by 2034-end. Demulsifiers are utilized for separating oil and water from sludge, making it easier for further processing and disposal. This procedure contributes to resource recovery and environmental compliance, thereby making demulsifiers a popular choice among respective end users.

Competitive Landscape

Key players in the demulsifier market are using multiple strategies, such as new product developments, collaborations, mergers, partnerships, etc., to strengthen their product portfolio and get a competitive edge. Offering quality products and management of the supply chain systems help market players in upscaling their presence across regions.

For instance :

• The Dow Chemical Company, in 2022, planned the development of new demulsifiers, which assist the demulsification process to minimize more water particles or droplets. This company holds a significant share of the North American market.

Fact.MR provides detailed information about the price points of key manufacturers of demulsifiers positioned across the world, sales growth, production capacity, and speculative technological expansion, in the recently updated market report.

Segmentation of Demulsifier Market Research

• By Type :

  • Oil-Soluble
  • Water-Soluble

• By Application :

  • Crude Oil
  • Petro Refineries
  • Lubricant Manufacturing
  • Oil-based Power Plants
  • Sludge Oil Treatment

• By Region :

  • North America
  • Latin America
  • Western Europe
  • Eastern Europe
  • East Asia
  • South Asia & Pacific
  • MEA