Itaconic Acid Market Growth Accelerated by Increased Demand from Personal Care Products
Itaconic
acid is extensively used in the production of detergents, personal care
products, and paints, along with being utilized as a substitute to acrylic
acid. The personal care industry has shown increased demand for itaconic acid
owing to its abilities to act as thickening agents, emulsifiers and binders in
personal care products like shampoos, shower gels, lotions and creams. The
global Itaconic acid Market is estimated to be valued at US$ 134.1 million in
2023 and is expected to exhibit a CAGR of 4.1% over the forecast period 2023 to
2030, as highlighted in a new report published by Coherent Market Insights.
Market key trends:
The demand for itaconic acid from personal care products is poised to show
significant growth over the forecast period owing to rising awareness regarding
personal grooming. The increased spending on personal care products coupled
with the natural and eco-friendly properties of itaconic acid which makes it an
attractive alternative to synthetic compounds, is expected to drive the demand
from personal care industry. Itaconic acid acts as an effective thickening and
binding agent with low irritation in skin and hair care products without
affecting their performance. This natural substitute allows manufacturers to
advertise their products as zero synthetic and natural ingredients, thereby
attracting more consumers.
Segment Analysis
The global itaconic acid market is dominated by polymer and polymer additives
segment. Itaconic acid is majorly used in the production of synthetic latex and
redispersible polymer powders formulated for use in construction materials.
Itaconic acid acts as an internal plasticizer for these polymers by delaying
their crystallization and thereby improving flexibility and water resistance of
polymers.
The global itaconic acid market is expected to witness high growth over the forecast period.
Regional analysis: North America region currently dominates the global itaconic acid market and is expected to maintain its dominance during the forecast period. Easy availability of raw materials coupled with presence of key players in the region drive the market growth. Asia Pacific region is expected to witness fastest growth in the coming years on back of growing construction industry in China and India.
Key players operating in the itaconic acid market are Itaconix Corporation, Jinan Huaming B
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