Summary

The global Biocides Market is set to witness steady expansion, with revenue projected to grow from US$10.1 billion in 2025 to US$13.7 billion by 2032, according to the latest industry research. This translates to a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 4.4% during the forecast period. The market growth is primarily driven by expanding applications across municipal water treatment, healthcare disinfection, oil & gas infrastructure, and consumer cleaning products. Rising hygiene awareness, regulatory reforms, and the shift towards sustainable chemistry are reshaping the market’s competitive dynamics.



Market Insights

Biocides—chemical agents that prevent or control the growth of harmful microorganisms—are seeing accelerated adoption across multiple industrial and consumer sectors. Quaternary ammonium compounds (QACs) remain a key growth category, given their broad-spectrum efficacy and regulatory approval in healthcare and institutional cleaning.

The post-pandemic era has reinforced the need for robust microbial control measures, especially in food & beverage processing and sanitation. Additionally, the rise of metallic biocides in enhanced oil recovery (EOR) processes across North America further underscores the expanding industrial relevance of biocidal formulations.



Key Market Drivers

1. Urban Water Security: Increasing demand for potable water and the modernization of municipal infrastructure are driving halogen biocide applications globally. In 2022 alone, biocides for water treatment generated over US$2 billion, with continued growth expected through the decade.

2. Healthcare Hygiene: The widespread use of QACs in hospitals, food plants, and commercial institutions is accelerating due to their regulatory approvals and effectiveness against viruses, fungi, and bacteria.

3. Packaged Food Surge: In Asia Pacific, the growing consumption of processed and packaged food is boosting demand for sanitation-grade biocides to ensure food safety and shelf-life extension.

4. Green Chemistry Push: Stringent environmental regulations, especially in Europe and North America, are spurring innovation in biodegradable, low-toxicity biocides, particularly in household cleaners and industrial coatings.

5. Industrial Infrastructure Growth: Expansion in HVAC systems and boiler maintenance in commercial and industrial sectors is raising the use of biofouling control agents to prevent energy inefficiencies.



Regional Analysis

North America: The U.S. leads the metallic biocides market, fueled by enhanced oil recovery initiatives. The Permian Basin is witnessing extensive EOR project rollouts, backed by the 45Q tax credit and Department of Energy support. North America contributes over 50% of global oil & gas biocide revenues.

Europe: The region is a frontrunner in the shift toward a circular economy, with significant investment into low-VOC and biodegradable biocides for paints and coatings. Manufacturers are adapting to EU Ecolabel certification standards and emphasizing non-toxic, recyclable formulations.

Asia Pacific: Fast-growing economies like China and India are driving biocide demand in the food processing, water treatment, and textile sectors. With urbanization and rising incomes, the regional food and beverage sanitation market is emerging as a central growth engine.



Competitive Landscape

Key market players include:

• Ecolab Inc.

• BASF SE

• LANXESS AG

• Clariant AG

• Nouryon

• Solvay SA

• Lubrizol Corporation

• DuPont de Nemours

• Ashland

• Neogen Corporation

• Troy Corporation

• Albemarle Corporation

• Shanghai Zhongxin Yuxiang Chemicals Co. Ltd.

• Hubei Jinghong Chemicals Co. Ltd.

• Wuxi Honor Shine Chemical Co. Ltd.

• Finoric LLC

• Chemtreat, Inc.



Global Biocides Market Segmentation

By Chemical Type

• Halogen Compounds

• Metallic Compounds

• Organosulfur Compounds

• Organic Acids

• Quaternary Ammonium Compounds (QACs)

• Phenolic Compounds

• Glutaraldehyde

• Others

By End-use

• Water Treatment

• Food & Beverage

• Oil & Gas

• Wood Preservation

• Paints & Coatings

• Plastics

• HVAC & Boilers

• Pulp & Paper

• Cleaning Products

• Miscellaneous

By Region

• North America

• Europe

• Asia Pacific

• Latin America

• Middle East & Africa

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Table of Contents

1. Executive Summary
1.1. Global Biocides Market Snapshot
1.2. Future Projections
1.3. Key Market Trends
1.4. Regional Snapshot, by Value, 2025
1.5. Analyst Recommendations


2. Market Overview
2.1. Market Definitions and Segmentations
2.2. Market Dynamics
2.2.1. Drivers
2.2.2. Restraints
2.2.3. Market Opportunities
2.3. Value Chain Analysis
2.4. COVID-19 Impact Analysis
2.5. Porter's Fiver Forces Analysis
2.6. Impact of Russia-Ukraine Conflict
2.7. PESTLE Analysis
2.8. Regulatory Analysis
2.9. Price Trend Analysis
2.9.1. Current Prices and Future Projections, 2025-2032
2.9.2. Price Impact Factors


3. Global Biocides Market Outlook, 2019-2032
3.1. Global Biocides Market Outlook, by Chemical Type, Value (US$ Bn) & Volume (Tons), 2019-2032
3.1.1. Halogen Compounds
3.1.2. Metallic Compounds
3.1.3. Organosulfur Compounds
3.1.4. Organic Acids
3.1.5. Quaternary Ammonium Compounds (QACs)
3.1.6. Phenolic Compounds
3.1.7. Glutaraldehyde
3.1.8. Others
3.2. Global Biocides Market Outlook, by End Use, Value (US$ Bn) & Volume (Tons), 2019-2032
3.2.1. Water Treatment
3.2.2. Food & Beverage
3.2.3. Oil & Gas
3.2.4. Wood Preservation
3.2.5. Paints & Coatings
3.2.6. Plastics
3.2.7. HVAC & Boilers
3.2.8. Pulp & Paper
3.2.9. Cleaning Products
3.2.10. Miscellaneous
3.3. Global Biocides Market Outlook, by Region, Value (US$ Bn) & Volume (Tons), 2019-2032
3.3.1. North America
3.3.2. Europe
3.3.3. Asia Pacific
3.3.4. Latin America
3.3.5. Middle East & Africa


4. North America Biocides Market Outlook, 2019-2032
4.1. North America Biocides Market Outlook, by Chemical Type, Value (US$ Bn) & Volume (Tons), 2019-2032
4.1.1. Halogen Compounds
4.1.2. Metallic Compounds
4.1.3. Organosulfur Compounds
4.1.4. Organic Acids
4.1.5. Quaternary Ammonium Compounds (QACs)
4.1.6. Phenolic Compounds
4.1.7. Glutaraldehyde
4.1.8. Others
4.2. North America Biocides Market Outlook, by End Use, Value (US$ Bn) & Volume (Tons), 2019-2032
4.2.1. Water Treatment
4.2.2. Food & Beverage
4.2.3. Oil & Gas
4.2.4. Wood Preservation
4.2.5. Paints & Coatings
4.2.6. Plastics
4.2.7. HVAC & Boilers
4.2.8. Pulp & Paper
4.2.9. Cleaning Products
4.2.10. Miscellaneous
4.3. North America Biocides Market Outlook, by Country, Value (US$ Bn) & Volume (Tons), 2019-2032
4.3.1. U.S. Biocides Market Outlook, by Chemical Type, 2019-2032
4.3.2. U.S. Biocides Market Outlook, by End Use, 2019-2032
4.3.3. Canada Biocides Market Outlook, by Chemical Type, 2019-2032
4.3.4. Canada Biocides Market Outlook, by End Use, 2019-2032
4.4. BPS Analysis/Market Attractiveness Analysis


5. Europe Biocides Market Outlook, 2019-2032
5.1. Europe Biocides Market Outlook, by Chemical Type, Value (US$ Bn) & Volume (Tons), 2019-2032
5.1.1. Halogen Compounds
5.1.2. Metallic Compounds
5.1.3. Organosulfur Compounds
5.1.4. Organic Acids
5.1.5. Quaternary Ammonium Compounds (QACs)
5.1.6. Phenolic Compounds
5.1.7. Glutaraldehyde
5.1.8. Others
5.2. Europe Biocides Market Outlook, by End Use, Value (US$ Bn) & Volume (Tons), 2019-2032
5.2.1. Water Treatment
5.2.2. Food & Beverage
5.2.3. Oil & Gas
5.2.4. Wood Preservation
5.2.5. Paints & Coatings
5.2.6. Plastics
5.2.7. HVAC & Boilers
5.2.8. Pulp & Paper
5.2.9. Cleaning Products
5.2.10. Miscellaneous
5.3. Europe Biocides Market Outlook, by Country, Value (US$ Bn) & Volume (Tons), 2019-2032
5.3.1. Germany Biocides Market Outlook, by Chemical Type, 2019-2032
5.3.2. Germany Biocides Market Outlook, by End Use, 2019-2032
5.3.3. Italy Biocides Market Outlook, by Chemical Type, 2019-2032
5.3.4. Italy Biocides Market Outlook, by End Use, 2019-2032
5.3.5. France Biocides Market Outlook, by Chemical Type, 2019-2032
5.3.6. France Biocides Market Outlook, by End Use, 2019-2032
5.3.7. U.K. Biocides Market Outlook, by Chemical Type, 2019-2032
5.3.8. U.K. Biocides Market Outlook, by End Use, 2019-2032
5.3.9. Spain Biocides Market Outlook, by Chemical Type, 2019-2032
5.3.10. Spain Biocides Market Outlook, by End Use, 2019-2032
5.3.11. Russia Biocides Market Outlook, by Chemical Type, 2019-2032
5.3.12. Russia Biocides Market Outlook, by End Use, 2019-2032
5.3.13. Rest of Europe Biocides Market Outlook, by Chemical Type, 2019-2032
5.3.14. Rest of Europe Biocides Market Outlook, by End Use, 2019-2032
5.4. BPS Analysis/Market Attractiveness Analysis


6. Asia Pacific Biocides Market Outlook, 2019-2032
6.1. Asia Pacific Biocides Market Outlook, by Chemical Type, Value (US$ Bn) & Volume (Tons), 2019-2032
6.1.1. Halogen Compounds
6.1.2. Metallic Compounds
6.1.3. Organosulfur Compounds
6.1.4. Organic Acids
6.1.5. Quaternary Ammonium Compounds (QACs)
6.1.6. Phenolic Compounds
6.1.7. Glutaraldehyde
6.1.8. Others
6.2. Asia Pacific Biocides Market Outlook, by End Use, Value (US$ Bn) & Volume (Tons), 2019-2032
6.2.1. Water Treatment
6.2.2. Food & Beverage
6.2.3. Oil & Gas
6.2.4. Wood Preservation
6.2.5. Paints & Coatings
6.2.6. Plastics
6.2.7. HVAC & Boilers
6.2.8. Pulp & Paper
6.2.9. Cleaning Products
6.2.10. Miscellaneous
6.3. Asia Pacific Biocides Market Outlook, by Country, Value (US$ Bn) & Volume (Tons), 2019-2032
6.3.1. China Biocides Market Outlook, by Chemical Type, 2019-2032
6.3.2. China Biocides Market Outlook, by End Use, 2019-2032
6.3.3. Japan Biocides Market Outlook, by Chemical Type, 2019-2032
6.3.4. Japan Biocides Market Outlook, by End Use, 2019-2032
6.3.5. South Korea Biocides Market Outlook, by Chemical Type, 2019-2032
6.3.6. South Korea Biocides Market Outlook, by End Use, 2019-2032
6.3.7. India Biocides Market Outlook, by Chemical Type, 2019-2032
6.3.8. India Biocides Market Outlook, by End Use, 2019-2032
6.3.9. Southeast Asia Biocides Market Outlook, by Chemical Type, 2019-2032
6.3.10. Southeast Asia Biocides Market Outlook, by End Use, 2019-2032
6.3.11. Rest of SAO Biocides Market Outlook, by Chemical Type, 2019-2032
6.3.12. Rest of SAO Biocides Market Outlook, by End Use, 2019-2032
6.4. BPS Analysis/Market Attractiveness Analysis


7. Latin America Biocides Market Outlook, 2019-2032
7.1. Latin America Biocides Market Outlook, by Chemical Type, Value (US$ Bn) & Volume (Tons), 2019-2032
7.1.1. Halogen Compounds
7.1.2. Metallic Compounds
7.1.3. Organosulfur Compounds
7.1.4. Organic Acids
7.1.5. Quaternary Ammonium Compounds (QACs)
7.1.6. Phenolic Compounds
7.1.7. Glutaraldehyde
7.1.8. Others
7.2. Latin America Biocides Market Outlook, by End Use, Value (US$ Bn) & Volume (Tons), 2019-2032
7.2.1. Water Treatment
7.2.2. Food & Beverage
7.2.3. Oil & Gas
7.2.4. Wood Preservation
7.2.5. Paints & Coatings
7.2.6. Plastics
7.2.7. HVAC & Boilers
7.2.8. Pulp & Paper
7.2.9. Cleaning Products
7.2.10. Miscellaneous
7.3. Latin America Biocides Market Outlook, by Country, Value (US$ Bn) & Volume (Tons), 2019-2032
7.3.1. Brazil Biocides Market Outlook, by Chemical Type, 2019-2032
7.3.2. Brazil Biocides Market Outlook, by End Use, 2019-2032
7.3.3. Mexico Biocides Market Outlook, by Chemical Type, 2019-2032
7.3.4. Mexico Biocides Market Outlook, by End Use, 2019-2032
7.3.5. Argentina Biocides Market Outlook, by Chemical Type, 2019-2032
7.3.6. Argentina Biocides Market Outlook, by End Use, 2019-2032
7.3.7. Rest of LATAM Biocides Market Outlook, by Chemical Type, 2019-2032
7.3.8. Rest of LATAM Biocides Market Outlook, by End Use, 2019-2032
7.4. BPS Analysis/Market Attractiveness Analysis


8. Middle East & Africa Biocides Market Outlook, 2019-2032
8.1. Middle East & Africa Biocides Market Outlook, by Chemical Type, Value (US$ Bn) & Volume (Tons), 2019-2032
8.1.1. Halogen Compounds
8.1.2. Metallic Compounds
8.1.3. Organosulfur Compounds
8.1.4. Organic Acids
8.1.5. Quaternary Ammonium Compounds (QACs)
8.1.6. Phenolic Compounds
8.1.7. Glutaraldehyde
8.1.8. Others
8.2. Middle East & Africa Biocides Market Outlook, by End Use, Value (US$ Bn) & Volume (Tons), 2019-2032
8.2.1. Water Treatment
8.2.2. Food & Beverage
8.2.3. Oil & Gas
8.2.4. Wood Preservation
8.2.5. Paints & Coatings
8.2.6. Plastics
8.2.7. HVAC & Boilers
8.2.8. Pulp & Paper
8.2.9. Cleaning Products
8.2.10. Miscellaneous
8.3. Middle East & Africa Biocides Market Outlook, by Country, Value (US$ Bn) & Volume (Tons), 2019-2032
8.3.1. GCC Biocides Market Outlook, by Chemical Type, 2019-2032
8.3.2. GCC Biocides Market Outlook, by End Use, 2019-2032
8.3.3. South Africa Biocides Market Outlook, by Chemical Type, 2019-2032
8.3.4. South Africa Biocides Market Outlook, by End Use, 2019-2032
8.3.5. Egypt Biocides Market Outlook, by Chemical Type, 2019-2032
8.3.6. Egypt Biocides Market Outlook, by End Use, 2019-2032
8.3.7. Nigeria Biocides Market Outlook, by Chemical Type, 2019-2032
8.3.8. Nigeria Biocides Market Outlook, by End Use, 2019-2032
8.3.9. Rest of Middle East Biocides Market Outlook, by Chemical Type, 2019-2032
8.3.10. Rest of Middle East Biocides Market Outlook, by End Use, 2019-2032
8.4. BPS Analysis/Market Attractiveness Analysis


9. Competitive Landscape
9.1. Company Vs Segment Heatmap
9.2. Company Market Share Analysis, 2025
9.3. Competitive Dashboard
9.4. Company Profiles
9.4.1. Ecolab Inc.
9.4.1.1. Company Overview
9.4.1.2. Product Portfolio
9.4.1.3. Financial Overview
9.4.1.4. Business Strategies and Developments
9.4.2. Nuoryon
9.4.2.1. Company Overview
9.4.2.2. Product Portfolio
9.4.2.3. Financial Overview
9.4.2.4. Business Strategies and Developments
9.4.3. Clariant AG
9.4.3.1. Company Overview
9.4.3.2. Product Portfolio
9.4.3.3. Financial Overview
9.4.3.4. Business Strategies and Developments
9.4.4. Lubrizol Corporation
9.4.4.1. Company Overview
9.4.4.2. Product Portfolio
9.4.4.3. Financial Overview
9.4.4.4. Business Strategies and Developments
9.4.5. BASF SE
9.4.5.1. Company Overview
9.4.5.2. Product Portfolio
9.4.5.3. Financial Overview
9.4.5.4. Business Strategies and Developments
9.4.6. Solvay SA
9.4.6.1. Company Overview
9.4.6.2. Product Portfolio
9.4.6.3. Financial Overview
9.4.6.4. Business Strategies and Developments
9.4.7. LANXESS AG
9.4.7.1. Company Overview
9.4.7.2. Product Portfolio
9.4.7.3. Financial Overview
9.4.7.4. Business Strategies and Developments
9.4.8. Albemarle Corporation
9.4.8.1. Company Overview
9.4.8.2. Product Portfolio
9.4.8.3. Financial Overview
9.4.8.4. Business Strategies and Developments
9.4.9. Troy Corporation
9.4.9.1. Company Overview
9.4.9.2. Product Portfolio
9.4.9.3. Financial Overview
9.4.9.4. Business Strategies and Developments
9.4.10. Ashland
9.4.10.1. Company Overview
9.4.10.2. Product Portfolio
9.4.10.3. Financial Overview
9.4.10.4. Business Strategies and Developments
9.4.11. DuPont de Nemours
9.4.11.1. Company Overview
9.4.11.2. Product Portfolio
9.4.11.3. Financial Overview
9.4.11.4. Business Strategies and Developments
9.4.12. Chemtreat, Inc.
9.4.12.1. Company Overview
9.4.12.2. Product Portfolio
9.4.12.3. Financial Overview
9.4.12.4. Business Strategies and Developments
9.4.13. Neogen Corporation
9.4.13.1. Company Overview
9.4.13.2. Product Portfolio
9.4.13.3. Financial Overview
9.4.13.4. Business Strategies and Developments
9.4.14. Finoric LLC
9.4.14.1. Company Overview
9.4.14.2. Product Portfolio
9.4.14.3. Financial Overview
9.4.14.4. Business Strategies and Developments
9.4.15. Shanghai Zhongxin Yuxiang Chemicals Co. Ltd.
9.4.15.1. Company Overview
9.4.15.2. Product Portfolio
9.4.15.3. Financial Overview
9.4.15.4. Business Strategies and Developments


10. Appendix
10.1. Research Methodology
10.2. Report Assumptions
10.3. Acronyms and Abbreviations