China Insecticide Market Size
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Study Period | 2017 - 2029 |
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Market Size (2024) | USD 1.55 Billion |
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Market Size (2029) | USD 2.05 Billion |
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Largest Share by Application Mode | Foliar |
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CAGR (2024 - 2029) | 5.73 % |
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Fastest Growing by Application Mode | Seed Treatment |
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Market Concentration | Low |
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*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in alphabetical order. |
China Insecticide Market Analysis
The China Insecticide Market size is estimated at 1.55 billion USD in 2024, and is expected to reach 2.05 billion USD by 2029, growing at a CAGR of 5.73% during the forecast period (2024-2029).
1.55 Billion
Market Size in 2024 (USD)
2.05 Billion
Market Size in 2029 (USD)
2.68 %
CAGR (2017-2023)
5.73 %
CAGR (2024-2029)
Largest Segment by Application Mode
56.89 %
value share, Foliar, 2023
China experiences significant pest pressure that harms crops. To address this issue, there is a high demand for foliar application of insecticides.
Largest Segment by Crop Type
52 %
value share, Grains & Cereals, 2023
The increased access to information through the internet and government initiatives about the benefits of using insecticides have contributed to the growth of the market.
Fastest-Growing Segment by Crop Type
5.94 %
Projected CAGR, Fruits & Vegetables, 2024-2029
It is the fastest-growing segment due to the changing climatic conditions that are increasing the risk of pests. In response, the usage of insecticides is growing to protect crops.
Leading Market Player 1
14.32 %
market share, Syngenta Group, 2022
Syngenta Group is focusing on developing innovative products to address emerging pests, expand its product offerings of insecticides, and enhance its market position.
Leading Market Player 2
12.24 %
market share, FMC Corporation, 2022
FMC Corporation manufactures insecticides with chlorantraniliprole, indoxacarb, and beta-cyhalothrin formulated as water-dispersible granules, suspension, and so on.
The rising pest pressure, increasing crop losses, and the need for effective pest control methods are driving the demand for insecticides
- The Chinese insecticide market is experiencing growth across various application methods. These diverse application techniques offer a wide range of options to effectively control insect pests and ensure crop protection.
- The foliar application method dominates the insecticide market in China. This segment is projected to register a CAGR of 5.8% in terms of value from 2023 to 2029. The rapid adoption of modern agricultural practices, such as mechanization, enhanced crop varieties, and advanced farming techniques, has been a key driver of this growth. As farmers adopt these advancements, they are increasingly realizing the role of effective pest control in optimizing crop yields. This recognition has further fueled the demand for insecticides, specifically through foliar application, as an essential part of pest management strategies in China.
- Between 2023 and 2029, the insecticide seed treatment market in commercial crops is projected to grow by USD 4.5 million. Large-scale commercial growers in China are adopting seed treatment as standard practice. By adopting this method, they are recognizing the advantages of protecting their investments in highly valuable crops.
- Soil treatment is one of the fastest-growing segments in the insecticide market in China, which is expected to register a CAGR of 5.2% in terms of value during the forecast period. Farmers in the country are increasingly incorporating this method into their pest management strategies due to its effectiveness in long-term pest control, prevention of soil-borne diseases, and enhancement of overall crop health and productivity. Therefore, the Chinese insecticide market is forecast to register a CAGR of 5.7% in terms of value during 2023-2029.
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China Insecticide Market Trends
Zero growth in pesticide usage and IPM strategies have contributed to a significant reduction in the per hectare insecticide consumption
- The consumption of insecticides in China per hectare decreased by 13.1% from 2017 to 2022, attributed to several factors. In recent years, China has implemented several government policies aimed at reducing the usage of insecticides, banning harmful insecticidal products, and achieving zero growth in chemical pesticide consumption. These policies are part of the country's broader efforts to promote sustainable agriculture and minimize the environmental impact of agricultural practices. As a result, there has been a shift toward alternative methods of pest control, including the use of transgenic crops and plant-derived protease inhibitors.
- Transgenic crops, also known as genetically modified organisms (GMOs), have been developed with built-in resistance to certain pests. Introducing genes from naturally pest-resistant species into crops can help them defend themselves against specific insects without the need for chemical insecticides. This approach has gained traction in China, where genetically modified cotton, maize, and other crops have been successfully cultivated.
- In addition to transgenic crops, China has been exploring the use of plant-derived protease inhibitors as a natural alternative to synthetic insecticides. Protease inhibitors are substances that inhibit the activity of proteases, which are enzymes involved in various physiological processes of insects. Incorporating these inhibitors into crops can aim to disrupt the digestive systems of insect pests, rendering them less harmful to plants.
- The implementation of the above-mentioned government policies and the rising adoption of alternative pest control methods have contributed to a reduction in the usage of insecticides per hectare in China.
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Active ingredient prices are majorly influenced by factors like weather conditions, disease outbreaks, energy prices, and labor costs in the country
- The amount of farmland hit by crop pests in China has quadrupled in the past 50 years, mainly due to climate change. The most prevalent pests in China are lepidoptera, the order that includes moths and butterflies (and fall armyworms), which accounted for more than a third of the affected cropland. This was followed by homoptera, which includes aphids, cicadas, and leafhoppers.
- Cypermethrin is the most widely used pyrethroid pesticide to control many pests, such as fruit flies, borers, and mealy bugs in vegetables and fruits in China. It was valued at a price of USD 20.9 thousand per metric ton in 2022.
- Malathion is used to control a wide range of pests, including aphids, fleas, and other sucking pests on a number of valuable crops. Five crops that are extensively grown in China that use malathion frequently are cherry tomato, broccoli, mulberry, cranberry, and fig. It was valued at a price of USD 12.4 thousand per metric ton in 2022. Low toxicity is one of malathion's largest advantages, as China is dedicated to developing low-toxic and highly efficient pesticides to reduce potential environmental risks. Such factors will further influence the price of malathion in China.
- Imidacloprid is a typical neonicotinoid insecticide, priced at USD 17.0 thousand per metric ton in 2022. Imidacloprid is mainly used in the control of planthoppers and aphids on crops like rice, wheat, vegetables, and cotton. Rice is the largest consumer of imidacloprid, and wheat ranks second among crops cultivated in China.
- The active ingredient prices are majorly influenced by factors like weather conditions, disease outbreaks, energy prices, and labor costs in the country.
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China Insecticide Industry Overview
The China Insecticide Market is fragmented, with the top five companies occupying 35.22%. The major players in this market are Bayer AG, Corteva Agriscience, FMC Corporation, Syngenta Group and UPL Limited (sorted alphabetically).
China Insecticide Market Leaders
Bayer AG
Corteva Agriscience
FMC Corporation
Syngenta Group
UPL Limited
Other important companies include BASF SE, Jiangsu Yangnong Chemical Co. Ltd, Lianyungang Liben Crop Technology Co. Ltd, Rainbow Agro, Wynca Group (Wynca Chemicals).
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China Insecticide Market News
- January 2023: Bayer formed a new partnership with Oerth Bio to enhance crop protection technology and create more eco-friendly crop protection solutions.
- May 2022: UPL partnered with Bayer for Spirotetramat insecticide to develop new pest management solutions. Through this long-term global data access and supply agreement with Bayer, specifically for addressing farmer demands regarding resistance management and difficult-to-control sucking pests, UPL will develop, register, and distribute new unique solutions, including Spirotetramat, using its experience in insecticides and worldwide research and development network.
- January 2022: In the Chinese region of Ningxia, Rainbow opened a new R&D Center, which has strengthened its R&D capabilities to develop new pesticides.
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China Insecticide Market Report - Table of Contents
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY & KEY FINDINGS
REPORT OFFERS
1. INTRODUCTION
1.1. Study Assumptions & Market Definition
1.2. Scope of the Study
1.3. Research Methodology
2. KEY INDUSTRY TRENDS
2.1. Consumption Of Pesticide Per Hectare
2.2. Pricing Analysis For Active Ingredients
2.3. Regulatory Framework
2.3.1. China
2.4. Value Chain & Distribution Channel Analysis
3. MARKET SEGMENTATION (includes market size in Value in USD and Volume, Forecasts up to 2029 and analysis of growth prospects)
3.1. Application Mode
3.1.1. Chemigation
3.1.2. Foliar
3.1.3. Fumigation
3.1.4. Seed Treatment
3.1.5. Soil Treatment
3.2. Crop Type
3.2.1. Commercial Crops
3.2.2. Fruits & Vegetables
3.2.3. Grains & Cereals
3.2.4. Pulses & Oilseeds
3.2.5. Turf & Ornamental
4. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
4.1. Key Strategic Moves
4.2. Market Share Analysis
4.3. Company Landscape
4.4. Company Profiles (includes Global level Overview, Market level overview, Core Business Segments, Financials, Headcount, Key Information, Market Rank, Market Share, Products and Services, and analysis of Recent Developments)
4.4.1. BASF SE
4.4.2. Bayer AG
4.4.3. Corteva Agriscience
4.4.4. FMC Corporation
4.4.5. Jiangsu Yangnong Chemical Co. Ltd
4.4.6. Lianyungang Liben Crop Technology Co. Ltd
4.4.7. Rainbow Agro
4.4.8. Syngenta Group
4.4.9. UPL Limited
4.4.10. Wynca Group (Wynca Chemicals)
5. KEY STRATEGIC QUESTIONS FOR CROP PROTECTION CHEMICALS CEOS
6. APPENDIX
6.1. Global Overview
6.1.1. Overview
6.1.2. Porter’s Five Forces Framework
6.1.3. Global Value Chain Analysis
6.1.4. Market Dynamics (DROs)
6.2. Sources & References
6.3. List of Tables & Figures
6.4. Primary Insights
6.5. Data Pack
6.6. Glossary of Terms
List of Tables & Figures
- Figure 1:
- INSECTICIDE CONSUMPTION PER HECTARE, GRAMS, CHINA, 2017 - 2022
- Figure 2:
- ACTIVE INGREDIENT PRICE PER METRIC TON, USD, CHINA, 2017 - 2022
- Figure 3:
- INSECTICIDE VOLUME METRIC TON, CHINA, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 4:
- INSECTICIDE VALUE USD, CHINA, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 5:
- INSECTICIDE MARKET BY APPLICATION MODE, METRIC TON, CHINA, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 6:
- INSECTICIDE MARKET BY APPLICATION MODE, USD, CHINA, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 7:
- VALUE SHARE OF INSECTICIDE BY APPLICATION MODE, %, CHINA, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2029
- Figure 8:
- VOLUME SHARE OF INSECTICIDE BY APPLICATION MODE, %, CHINA, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2029
- Figure 9:
- CROP PROTECTION CHEMICALS APPLIED THROUGH CHEMIGATION, METRIC TON, CHINA, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 10:
- CROP PROTECTION CHEMICALS APPLIED THROUGH CHEMIGATION, USD, CHINA, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 11:
- VALUE SHARE OF CHEMIGATION BY CROP TYPE, %, CHINA, 2022 VS 2029
- Figure 12:
- CROP PROTECTION CHEMICALS APPLIED THROUGH FOLIAR, METRIC TON, CHINA, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 13:
- CROP PROTECTION CHEMICALS APPLIED THROUGH FOLIAR, USD, CHINA, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 14:
- VALUE SHARE OF FOLIAR BY CROP TYPE, %, CHINA, 2022 VS 2029
- Figure 15:
- CROP PROTECTION CHEMICALS APPLIED THROUGH FUMIGATION, METRIC TON, CHINA, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 16:
- CROP PROTECTION CHEMICALS APPLIED THROUGH FUMIGATION, USD, CHINA, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 17:
- VALUE SHARE OF FUMIGATION BY CROP TYPE, %, CHINA, 2022 VS 2029
- Figure 18:
- CROP PROTECTION CHEMICALS APPLIED THROUGH SEED TREATMENT, METRIC TON, CHINA, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 19:
- CROP PROTECTION CHEMICALS APPLIED THROUGH SEED TREATMENT, USD, CHINA, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 20:
- VALUE SHARE OF SEED TREATMENT BY CROP TYPE, %, CHINA, 2022 VS 2029
- Figure 21:
- CROP PROTECTION CHEMICALS APPLIED THROUGH SOIL TREATMENT, METRIC TON, CHINA, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 22:
- CROP PROTECTION CHEMICALS APPLIED THROUGH SOIL TREATMENT, USD, CHINA, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 23:
- VALUE SHARE OF SOIL TREATMENT BY CROP TYPE, %, CHINA, 2022 VS 2029
- Figure 24:
- INSECTICIDE MARKET BY CROP TYPE, METRIC TON, CHINA, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 25:
- INSECTICIDE MARKET BY CROP TYPE, USD, CHINA, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 26:
- VALUE SHARE OF INSECTICIDE BY CROP TYPE, %, CHINA, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2029
- Figure 27:
- VOLUME SHARE OF INSECTICIDE BY CROP TYPE, %, CHINA, 2017 VS 2023 VS 2029
- Figure 28:
- INSECTICIDE CONSUMED BY COMMERCIAL CROPS, METRIC TON, CHINA, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 29:
- INSECTICIDE CONSUMED BY COMMERCIAL CROPS, USD, CHINA, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 30:
- VALUE SHARE OF COMMERCIAL CROPS BY APPLICATION MODE, %, CHINA, 2022 VS 2029
- Figure 31:
- INSECTICIDE CONSUMED BY FRUITS & VEGETABLES, METRIC TON, CHINA, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 32:
- INSECTICIDE CONSUMED BY FRUITS & VEGETABLES, USD, CHINA, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 33:
- VALUE SHARE OF FRUITS & VEGETABLES BY APPLICATION MODE, %, CHINA, 2022 VS 2029
- Figure 34:
- INSECTICIDE CONSUMED BY GRAINS & CEREALS, METRIC TON, CHINA, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 35:
- INSECTICIDE CONSUMED BY GRAINS & CEREALS, USD, CHINA, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 36:
- VALUE SHARE OF GRAINS & CEREALS BY APPLICATION MODE, %, CHINA, 2022 VS 2029
- Figure 37:
- INSECTICIDE CONSUMED BY PULSES & OILSEEDS, METRIC TON, CHINA, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 38:
- INSECTICIDE CONSUMED BY PULSES & OILSEEDS, USD, CHINA, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 39:
- VALUE SHARE OF PULSES & OILSEEDS BY APPLICATION MODE, %, CHINA, 2022 VS 2029
- Figure 40:
- INSECTICIDE CONSUMED BY TURF & ORNAMENTAL, METRIC TON, CHINA, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 41:
- INSECTICIDE CONSUMED BY TURF & ORNAMENTAL, USD, CHINA, 2017 - 2029
- Figure 42:
- VALUE SHARE OF TURF & ORNAMENTAL BY APPLICATION MODE, %, CHINA, 2022 VS 2029
- Figure 43:
- MOST ACTIVE COMPANIES BY NUMBER OF STRATEGIC MOVES, CHINA, 2017-2022
- Figure 44:
- MOST ACTIVE COMPANIES BY NUMBER OF STRATEGIC MOVES, CHINA, 2017-2022
- Figure 45:
- MARKET SHARE OF MAJOR PLAYERS, %, CHINA 2022
China Insecticide Industry Segmentation
Chemigation, Foliar, Fumigation, Seed Treatment, Soil Treatment are covered as segments by Application Mode. Commercial Crops, Fruits & Vegetables, Grains & Cereals, Pulses & Oilseeds, Turf & Ornamental are covered as segments by Crop Type.
- The Chinese insecticide market is experiencing growth across various application methods. These diverse application techniques offer a wide range of options to effectively control insect pests and ensure crop protection.
- The foliar application method dominates the insecticide market in China. This segment is projected to register a CAGR of 5.8% in terms of value from 2023 to 2029. The rapid adoption of modern agricultural practices, such as mechanization, enhanced crop varieties, and advanced farming techniques, has been a key driver of this growth. As farmers adopt these advancements, they are increasingly realizing the role of effective pest control in optimizing crop yields. This recognition has further fueled the demand for insecticides, specifically through foliar application, as an essential part of pest management strategies in China.
- Between 2023 and 2029, the insecticide seed treatment market in commercial crops is projected to grow by USD 4.5 million. Large-scale commercial growers in China are adopting seed treatment as standard practice. By adopting this method, they are recognizing the advantages of protecting their investments in highly valuable crops.
- Soil treatment is one of the fastest-growing segments in the insecticide market in China, which is expected to register a CAGR of 5.2% in terms of value during the forecast period. Farmers in the country are increasingly incorporating this method into their pest management strategies due to its effectiveness in long-term pest control, prevention of soil-borne diseases, and enhancement of overall crop health and productivity. Therefore, the Chinese insecticide market is forecast to register a CAGR of 5.7% in terms of value during 2023-2029.
| Application Mode | |
| Chemigation | |
| Foliar | |
| Fumigation | |
| Seed Treatment | |
| Soil Treatment |
| Crop Type | |
| Commercial Crops | |
| Fruits & Vegetables | |
| Grains & Cereals | |
| Pulses & Oilseeds | |
| Turf & Ornamental |
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Market Definition
- Function - Insecticides are chemicals used to control or prevent insects from damaging the crop and prevent yield loss.
- Application Mode - Foliar, Seed Treatment, Soil Treatment, Chemigation, and Fumigation are the different type of application modes through which crop protection chemicals are applied to the crops.
- Crop Type - This represents the consumption of crop protection chemicals by Cereals, Pulses, Oilseeds, Fruits, Vegetables, Turf, and Ornamental crops.
| Keyword | Definition |
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| IWM | Integrated weed management (IWM) is an approach to incorporate multiple weed control techniques throughout the growing season to give producers the best opportunity to control problematic weeds. |
| Host | Hosts are the plants that form relationships with beneficial microorganisms and help them colonize. |
| Pathogen | A disease-causing organism. |
| Herbigation | Herbigation is an effective method of applying herbicides through irrigation systems. |
| Maximum residue levels (MRL) | Maximum Residue Limit (MRL) is the maximum allowed limit of pesticide residue in food or feed obtained from plants and animals. |
| IoT | The Internet of Things (IoT) is a network of interconnected devices that connect and exchange data with other IoT devices and the cloud. |
| Herbicide-tolerant varieties (HTVs) | Herbicide-tolerant varieties are plant species that have been genetically engineered to be resistant to herbicides used on crops. |
| Chemigation | Chemigation is a method of applying pesticides to crops through an irrigation system. |
| Crop Protection | Crop protection is a method of protecting crop yields from different pests, including insects, weeds, plant diseases, and others that cause damage to agricultural crops. |
| Seed Treatment | Seed treatment helps to disinfect seeds or seedlings from seed-borne or soil-borne pests. Crop protection chemicals, such as fungicides, insecticides, or nematicides, are commonly used for seed treatment. |
| Fumigation | Fumigation is the application of crop protection chemicals in gaseous form to control pests. |
| Bait | A bait is a food or other material used to lure a pest and kill it through various methods, including poisoning. |
| Contact Fungicide | Contact pesticides prevent crop contamination and combat fungal pathogens. They act on pests (fungi) only when they come in contact with the pests. |
| Systemic Fungicide | A systemic fungicide is a compound taken up by a plant and then translocated within the plant, thus protecting the plant from attack by pathogens. |
| Mass Drug Administration (MDA) | Mass drug administration is the strategy to control or eliminate many neglected tropical diseases. |
| Mollusks | Mollusks are pests that feed on crops, causing crop damage and yield loss. Mollusks include octopi, squid, snails, and slugs. |
| Pre-emergence Herbicide | Preemergence herbicides are a form of chemical weed control that prevents germinated weed seedlings from becoming established. |
| Post-emergence Herbicide | Postemergence herbicides are applied to the agricultural field to control weeds after emergence (germination) of seeds or seedlings. |
| Active Ingredients | Active ingredients are the chemicals in pesticide products that kill, control, or repel pests. |
| United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) | The Department of Agriculture provides leadership on food, agriculture, natural resources, and related issues. |
| Weed Science Society of America (WSSA) | The WSSA, a non-profit professional society, promotes research, education, and extension outreach activities related to weeds. |
| Suspension concentrate | Suspension concentrate (SC) is one of the formulations of crop protection chemicals with solid active ingredients dispersed in water. |
| Wettable powder | A wettable powder (WP) is a powder formulation that forms a suspension when mixed with water prior to spraying. |
| Emulsifiable concentrate | Emulsifiable concentrate (EC) is a concentrated liquid formulation of pesticide that needs to be diluted with water to create a spray solution. |
| Plant-parasitic nematodes | Parasitic Nematodes feed on the roots of crops, causing damage to the roots. These damages allow for easy plant infestation by soil-borne pathogens, which results in crop or yield loss. |
| Australian Weeds Strategy (AWS) | The Australian Weeds Strategy, owned by the Environment and Invasives Committee, provides national guidance on weed management. |
| Weed Science Society of Japan (WSSJ) | WSSJ aims to contribute to the prevention of weed damage and the utilization of weed value by providing the chance for research presentation and information exchange. |
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