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

The Hydroxypropyl Cellulose Market is Segmented by Type (L- Hydroxypropyl Cellulose, H- Hydroxypropyl Cellulose), Application (Pharmaceutical, Cosmetics, Food Additives, Textile Industry, Oil Field Chemicals, Other Applications), and Geography (Asia-Pacific, North America, Europe, South America, Middle-East and Africa).

Hydroxypropyl Cellulose Market Size

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Hydroxypropyl Cellulose Market Analysis

The Hydroxypropyl Cellulose Market is expected to register a CAGR of greater than 4% during the forecast period.

  • By application, demand for hydroxypropyl cellulose in the pharmaceutical industry is expected to grow further during the forecast period.
  • Increasing demand for hydroxypropyl cellulose in the textile industry is likely to act as an opportunity for the market studied in the coming years.
  • Asia-Pacific dominated the market across the world with the most substantial consumption from countries, such as China and India.

Asia-Pacific Region to Dominate the Market

  • The Asia-Pacific region is expected to dominate the market for hydroxypropyl cellulose during the forecast period. The rising demand for ophthalmic drugs in developing countries like China, India, and Japan is expected to drive the demand for hydroxypropyl cellulose in this region.
  • The largest producers of hydroxypropyl cellulose are based in the Asia-Pacific region. Some of the leading companies in the production of hydroxypropyl cellulose are NIPPON SODA CO. LTD, Shandong Head Europe BV, Shin-Etsu Chemical Co. Ltd, Ashland, and DuPont, among others.
  • An increase in the number of middle-class households, advancement in medical infrastructure, and the increasing penetration of health insurance in the country are likely to play a significant role in influencing the growth of hydroxypropyl cellulose made ophthalmic drugs.
  • The growing consciousness towards maintaining one's appearance and a considerable increase in disposable incomes boosts the cosmetics market, increasing the demand for hydroxypropyl cellulose in the Asia Pacific region.
  • The rising awareness about a high nutritional diet and the increasing need to impart ethnic taste is accelerating the food additive market, which, in turn, increases the demand for hydroxypropyl cellulose in the Asia-Pacific region.
  • Owing to the factors mentioned above, the market for hydroxypropyl cellulose in the Asia-Pacific region is projected to grow significantly during the study period.

Hydroxypropyl Cellulose Industry Overview

The hydroxypropyl cellulose market is partially consolidated in nature, with only a few major players dominating the market. Some of the major companies are NIPPON SODA CO. LTD, Shandong Head Europe BV, Shin-Etsu Chemical Co. Ltd, Ashland, and DuPont, among others.

Hydroxypropyl Cellulose Market Leaders

  1. NIPPON SODA CO., LTD

  2. Shandong Head Europe BV

  3. Ashland

  4. Shin-Etsu Chemical Co., Ltd

  5. DuPont

  6. *Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
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Hydroxypropyl Cellulose Market Report - Table of Contents

1. INTRODUCTION

  • 1.1 Study Assumptions
  • 1.2 Scope of the Study

2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

3. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

4. MARKET DYNAMICS

  • 4.1 Drivers
    • 4.1.1 Increasing Demand of Ophthalmic Drugs with Rising Prevalence Eye Disease
    • 4.1.2 Rising Cosmetics Industry in Asia Pacific Region
    • 4.1.3 Other Drivers
  • 4.2 Restraints
    • 4.2.1 Government Limitations on Use of Hydroxypropyl Cellulose as Food Additives
    • 4.2.2 Other Restraints
  • 4.3 Industry Value Chain Analysis
  • 4.4 Porter's Five Forces Analysis
    • 4.4.1 Threat of New Entrants
    • 4.4.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers
    • 4.4.3 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
    • 4.4.4 Threat of Substitute Products
    • 4.4.5 Degree of Competition

5. MARKET SEGMENTATION

  • 5.1 Type
    • 5.1.1 L- Hydroxypropyl Cellulose
    • 5.1.2 H- Hydroxypropyl Cellulose
  • 5.2 Application
    • 5.2.1 Pharmaceutical
    • 5.2.2 Cosmetics
    • 5.2.3 Food Additives
    • 5.2.4 Textile Industry
    • 5.2.5 Oil Field Chemicals
    • 5.2.6 Other 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 France
    • 5.3.3.4 Italy
    • 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 CP Kelco U.S. Inc.
    • 6.4.2 DuPont
    • 6.4.3 Shandong Head Europe BV
    • 6.4.4 Akzo Nobel
    • 6.4.5 NIPPON SODA CO. LTD
    • 6.4.6 Ashland
    • 6.4.7 MizudaHope
    • 6.4.8 SE Tylose USA
    • 6.4.9 TRC-Canada
    • 6.4.10 Shin-Etsu Chemical Co. Ltd
    • 6.4.11 SIDLEY CHEMICAL CO. LTD
    • 6.4.12 Zhicheng Cellulose Co. Ltd
  • *List Not Exhaustive

7. MARKET OPPORTUNITIES AND FUTURE TRENDS

  • 7.1 Increasing Demand of Hydroxypropyl Cellulose in Textile Industry
  • 7.2 Other Opportunities
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Hydroxypropyl Cellulose Industry Segmentation

The hydroxypropyl cellulose market report includes:

Type L- Hydroxypropyl Cellulose
H- Hydroxypropyl Cellulose
Application Pharmaceutical
Cosmetics
Food Additives
Textile Industry
Oil Field Chemicals
Other Applications
Geography Asia-Pacific China
India
Japan
South Korea
Rest of Asia-Pacific
North America United States
Canada
Mexico
Europe Germany
United Kingdom
France
Italy
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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Hydroxypropyl Cellulose Market Research FAQs

What is the current Hydroxypropyl Cellulose Market size?

The Hydroxypropyl Cellulose Market is projected to register a CAGR of greater than 4% during the forecast period (2025-2030)

Who are the key players in Hydroxypropyl Cellulose Market?

NIPPON SODA CO., LTD, Shandong Head Europe BV, Ashland, Shin-Etsu Chemical Co., Ltd and DuPont are the major companies operating in the Hydroxypropyl Cellulose Market.

Which is the fastest growing region in Hydroxypropyl Cellulose Market?

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

Which region has the biggest share in Hydroxypropyl Cellulose Market?

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

What years does this Hydroxypropyl Cellulose Market cover?

The report covers the Hydroxypropyl Cellulose Market historical market size for years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024. The report also forecasts the Hydroxypropyl Cellulose Market size for years: 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029 and 2030.

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