Emulsifiers Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2025 - 2030)

The Emulsifier Market Report is segmented by source (bio-based and synthetic), application (food products, pharmaceuticals, personal care and cosmetics products, oilfields, agrochemicals, and other applications), and geography (Asia-Pacific, North America, Europe, South America, and the Middle East and Africa). For each segment, market sizing and forecasts have been done on the basis of value (USD).

Emulsifiers Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2025 - 2030)

Emulsifiers Market Size

Emulsifier Market Summary
Study Period 2019 - 2030
Market Size (2025) USD 9.97 Billion
Market Size (2030) USD 12.13 Billion
CAGR (2025 - 2030) 4.00 %
Fastest Growing Market Asia Pacific
Largest Market Asia Pacific
Market Concentration Low

Major Players

Emulsifier Market Major Players

*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order

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Emulsifiers Market Analysis

The Emulsifier Market size is estimated at USD 9.97 billion in 2025, and is expected to reach USD 12.13 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of greater than 4% during the forecast period (2025-2030).

The COVID-19 pandemic had a negative impact on the emulsifiers market by disrupting production and distribution. This was due to factors such as difficulty obtaining raw materials, border-crossing restrictions, and limited access to labor. The resulting drop in supply and processing capacity led to worsening sales conditions and delayed production and market activities. However, the market has recovered steadily after that and is growing at a moderate pace, owing to increased consumption of emulsifiers from various industries post-pandemic.

The growing use of emulsifiers in food products and the increasing demand for packaged and processed foods are the main drivers of this market.

On the flip side, strict government regulations and the availability of close substitutes, such as enzymes, could hinder the growth of the emulsifiers market.

Growing research and development into emulsifiers as multipurpose agents in personal care and cosmetics is expected to create new opportunities for the market to grow.

Asia-Pacific region dominated the market across the globe, with the most significant consumption from countries such as China, India, and Japan. Being the largest consumers.

Emulsifiers Industry Overview

The emulsifier market is highly fragmented. The major players (not in any particular order) include BASF SE, DuPont, Kerry Inc., Akzo Nobel N.V., and Corbion, among others.

Emulsifiers Market Leaders

  1. BASF SE

  2. DuPont

  3. Kerry Inc

  4. Akzo Nobel N.V.

  5. Corbion

  6. *Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
Emulsifier Market Concentration
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Emulsifiers Market News

September 2022: BASF SE and US technology start-up RiKarbon Inc. announced an innovation partnership on emollients derived from bio-waste. By this, the partnership company widened its product portfolio and is moving towards sustainability.

September 2022: Evonik Industries AG increased the capacities of two additive product groups for architectural paints: TEGO Phobe hydrophobic agents and TEGO Viscoplus polyurethane thickeners. This was done due to the increased demand for additives for architectural paints in Europe.

Emulsifiers Market Report - Table of Contents

1. INTRODUCTION

  • 1.1 Study Deliverables
  • 1.2 Study Assumptions
  • 1.3 Scope of the Study

2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

3. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

4. MARKET DYNAMICS

  • 4.1 Drivers
    • 4.1.1 Increasing Usage of Emulsifiers in Food Products
    • 4.1.2 Increasing Technological Advancements
    • 4.1.3 Growing Demand in Packaged and Processed Foods
  • 4.2 Restraints
    • 4.2.1 Stringent Government Regulations
    • 4.2.2 Availability of Close Substitutes
  • 4.3 Industry Value Chain Analysis
  • 4.4 Porter's Five Forces Analysis
    • 4.4.1 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
    • 4.4.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers
    • 4.4.3 Threat of New Entrants
    • 4.4.4 Threat of Substitute Products and Services
    • 4.4.5 Degree of Competition

5. MARKET SEGMENTATION (Market Size In Value)

  • 5.1 Source
    • 5.1.1 Bio-based
    • 5.1.2 Synthetic
  • 5.2 Application
    • 5.2.1 Food Products
    • 5.2.2 Pharmaceuticals
    • 5.2.3 Personal Care and Cosmetics Products
    • 5.2.4 Agrochemicals
    • 5.2.5 Oilfields
    • 5.2.6 Other Applications (General Industrial Applications)
  • 5.3 Geography
    • 5.3.1 Asia-Pacific
    • 5.3.1.1 China
    • 5.3.1.2 India
    • 5.3.1.3 Japan
    • 5.3.1.4 South Korea
    • 5.3.1.5 Rest of Asia-Pacific
    • 5.3.2 North America
    • 5.3.2.1 United States
    • 5.3.2.2 Canada
    • 5.3.2.3 Mexico
    • 5.3.3 Europe
    • 5.3.3.1 Germany
    • 5.3.3.2 United Kingdom
    • 5.3.3.3 Italy
    • 5.3.3.4 France
    • 5.3.3.5 Rest of Europe
    • 5.3.4 South America
    • 5.3.4.1 Brazil
    • 5.3.4.2 Argentina
    • 5.3.4.3 Rest of South America
    • 5.3.5 Middle-East and Africa
    • 5.3.5.1 Saudi Arabia
    • 5.3.5.2 South Africa
    • 5.3.5.3 Rest of Middle-East and Africa

6. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE

  • 6.1 Mergers and Acquisitions, Joint Ventures, Collaborations, and Agreements
  • 6.2 Market Share (%) **/Ranking Analysis
  • 6.3 Strategies Adopted by Leading Players
  • 6.4 Company Profiles
    • 6.4.1 ADM
    • 6.4.2 Akzo Nobel N.V.
    • 6.4.3 BASF SE
    • 6.4.4 Cargill, Incorporated
    • 6.4.5 CLARIANT
    • 6.4.6 Corbion
    • 6.4.7 DSM
    • 6.4.8 DuPont
    • 6.4.9 Evonik Industries AG
    • 6.4.10 Kerry Group plc.
    • 6.4.11 Lonza
    • 6.4.12 Palsgaard
    • 6.4.13 Puratos
    • 6.4.14 Solvay
    • 6.4.15 Spartan Chemical Company, Inc.
    • 6.4.16 Stepan Company
    • 6.4.17 The Lubrizol Corporation
  • *List Not Exhaustive

7. MARKET OPPORTUNITIES AND FUTURE TRENDS

  • 7.1 Research and Development in Multipurpose Agents and Personal Care Sector
  • 7.2 Increasing Demand for Plant-Based Emulsifiers
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Emulsifiers Industry Segmentation

Emulsifiers are substances with one hydrophilic and one hydrophobic end, which act as an interface between immiscible liquids. They help in creating a stable, homogeneous, smooth emulsion by reducing the surface tension between the liquid components. Emulsifiers are extensively used as additives in an array of culinary procedures ranging from meat processing to bakery. They can also be used to mix heterogeneous elements in the personal care, pharmaceuticals, and oil and gas industries. At present, there are different types of natural, synthetic, or semi-synthetic emulsifiers available in the market.

The emulsifier market is segmented by source, application, and geography. By source, the market is segmented into bio-based and synthetic. By application, the market is segmented into food products, pharmaceuticals, personal care and cosmetics products, agrochemicals, oilfields, and other applications(general industrial applications). The report also covers the market size and forecasts for the emulsifier market for 15 major countries across the major region. 

For each segment, the market sizing and forecasts have been done on the basis of value (USD).

Source Bio-based
Synthetic
Application Food Products
Pharmaceuticals
Personal Care and Cosmetics Products
Agrochemicals
Oilfields
Other Applications (General Industrial Applications)
Geography Asia-Pacific China
India
Japan
South Korea
Rest of Asia-Pacific
North America United States
Canada
Mexico
Europe Germany
United Kingdom
Italy
France
Rest of Europe
South America Brazil
Argentina
Rest of South America
Middle-East and Africa Saudi Arabia
South Africa
Rest of Middle-East and Africa
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Emulsifiers Market Research FAQs

How big is the Emulsifier Market?

The Emulsifier Market size is expected to reach USD 9.97 billion in 2025 and grow at a CAGR of greater than 4% to reach USD 12.13 billion by 2030.

What is the current Emulsifier Market size?

In 2025, the Emulsifier Market size is expected to reach USD 9.97 billion.

Who are the key players in Emulsifier Market?

BASF SE, DuPont, Kerry Inc, Akzo Nobel N.V. and Corbion are the major companies operating in the Emulsifier Market.

Which is the fastest growing region in Emulsifier Market?

Asia Pacific is estimated to grow at the highest CAGR over the forecast period (2025-2030).

Which region has the biggest share in Emulsifier Market?

In 2025, the Asia Pacific accounts for the largest market share in Emulsifier Market.

What years does this Emulsifier Market cover, and what was the market size in 2024?

In 2024, the Emulsifier Market size was estimated at USD 9.57 billion. The report covers the Emulsifier Market historical market size for years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024. The report also forecasts the Emulsifier Market size for years: 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029 and 2030.

Emulsifiers Industry Report

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