Thickener Market Report 2025 (Global Edition)

Global Thickener Market Report 2025 Market Size Split by Type (Inorganic Thickener, Cellulose Ether, Polysaccharides, Polypeptides, Synthetic Polymer, Natural Polymer, Others), by Application (Paints ...

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Competitive Landscape of the Thickeners Market

Key companies in the thickeners market are concentrating on product innovation, portfolio expansion, and strategic collaborations to stay ahead of the competition. Businesses are spending money on R&D to make thickeners that are advanced and sustainable. Many major market players target with their specific solutions. Key players in the market include Cargill (U.S.), Archer Daniels Midland Company (U.S.), E. I. Du Pont De Nemours and Company (U.S.), Ingredion Incorporated (U.S.), Kerry Group Plc (Ireland), Darling Ingredients (U.S.), Tate & Lyle PLC (U.K.), Ashland Specialty Ingredients (U.S.), CP Kelco (U.S.), TIC Gums (U.S.), and Fuerst Day Lawson (U.K.).

July 2024: Ingredion, a global leader in providing specialty ingredient solutions to the food and drinks manufacturing industry, announced today the launch of VITESSENCE® Pea 100 HD in the U.S. and Canada. This is part of the company's plan to continue growing and producing protein-fortification solutions in North America. (Source:https://www.ingredion.com/na/en-us/news-events/news/new-pea-protein-launched-to-maintain-softness-throughout-shelf-l.html August 2024: ADM and Bayer announced that their partnership will be extended. They will be assisting farmers in their efforts to promote the use of regenerative farming practices across Europe. (Source:https://www.adm.com/en-us/news/news-releases/2024/6/farmers-achieve-lower-carbon-emissions-with-the-help-of-a-new-regenerative-agriculture-collaboration-in-europe/ July 2024: Darling Ingredients Inc., the world’s leading firm in the transformation of food waste into sustainable goods and renewable energy, announced the completion of its acquisition of Miropasz Group, a rendering company in Poland. (Source:https://www.darlingii.com/media/news/20240130-darling-ingredients-inc-completes-acquisition-of-polish-rendering-company-miropasz-group

Top Companies Market Share in Thickener Industry: (In no particular order of Rank)

• Cargill (U.S.)
• Archer Daniels Midland Company (U.S.)
• Ingredion Incorporated (U.S.)
• Kerry Group Plc (Ireland)
• Darling Ingredients (U.S.)
• Tate & Lyle PLC (U.K.)
• Ashland Specialty Ingredients (U.S.)
• CP Kelco (U.S.)
• TIC Gums (U.S.)
• Fuerst Day Lawson (U.K.)
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Regional Analysis of the Thickeners Market

Which Region Dominates the Thickeners Market in 2024?

According to Cognitive Market Research, North America dominated the market in 2024. It accounted for around 40% of the global revenue because of the high demand in the beverage and food business, cutting-edge pharmaceuticals, and the expanding personal care and cosmetics industry. Market growth in this area was also spurred by innovations in technology and consumer interest in environmentally friendly goods; market expansion is propelled by major market players’ presence, which played a big role in this region.

Which Region is Expanding at the Fastest CAGR?

Asia Pacific stands out as the fastest-growing region in the thickeners market because of the booming pharmaceutical industry and personal care product demand. Additionally, rising disposable income, more urbanization, and a large population push processed food and cosmetic use in the region. Key manufacturers’ presence and the use of modern technologies also contribute to the region’s rapid market expansion in this area.

The current report Scope analyzes Thickener Market on 5 major region Split (In case you wish to acquire a specific region edition (more granular data) or any country Edition data then please write us on info@cognitivemarketresearch.com

• North America (United States, Canada, Mexico)
• Europe (United Kingdom, France, Germany, Italy, Russia, Spain, Sweden, Denmark, Switzerland, Luxembourg, Rest of Europe)
• Asia Pacific (China, Japan, South Korea, India, Australia, Singapore, Taiwan, South East Asia, Rest of APAC)
• Latin America (Brazil, Argentina, Colombia, Peru, Chile, Rest of South America)
• Middle East (Saudi Arabia, Turkey, UAE, Egypt, Qatar, Rest of Middle East)
• Africa (Nigeria, South Africa, Rest of Africa)

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North America Thickener Market Analysis

According to Cognitive Market Research, the global thickeners market size was estimated at USD 521.6 Million, out of which North America held the major market share of more than 40% of the global revenue with a market size of USD 208.64 million in 2024 and will grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.2% from 2024 to 2031.

• According to Cognitive Market Research, the US had a major share in the thickeners market with a market size of USD 164.62 million in 2024 and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 4.0% during the forecast period. The nation's advancements in technology.
• Canada’s thickeners market had a market share of USD 25.04 million in 2024 and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 5.0% during the forecast period. Canada's strict regulations in developing nations.
• The Mexico thickeners market is projected to witness growth at a CAGR of 4.7% during the forecast period, with a market size of USD 18.99 million in 2024.

Europe Thickener Market Analysis

According to Cognitive Market Research, the global thickeners market size was estimated at USD 521.6 Million, out of which Europe held the market share of more than 30% of the global revenue with a market size of USD 156.48 million in 2024 and will grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.5% from 2024 to 2031.

• The United Kingdom thickeners market had a market share of USD 26.29 million in 2024 and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 5.3% during the forecast period. In the UK, thickener sales witnessed an upswing due to the nation's rising demand for these thickeners.
• The France thickeners market is projected to witness growth at a CAGR of 3.7% during the forecast period, with a market size of USD 14.40 million in 2024.
• According to Cognitive Market Research, the German thickeners market size was valued at USD 30.98 million in 2024 and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 4.7% during the forecast period. In Germany, thickeners have surged due to the presence of major market players.
• The Italy thickeners market is projected to witness growth at a CAGR of 3.9% during the forecast period, with a market size of USD 13.46 million in 2024.
• The Russian thickeners market is projected to witness growth at a CAGR of 3.5% during the forecast period, with a market size of USD 24.25 million in 2024.
• The Spain thickeners market is projected to witness growth at a CAGR of 3.6% during the forecast period with a market size of USD 12.83 million in 2024
• The Luxembourg thickeners market is projected to witness growth at a CAGR of 4.6% during the forecast period, with a market size of USD 4.85 million in 2024.
• The Portugal thickeners market is projected to witness growth at a CAGR of 4.3% during the forecast period, with a market size of USD 3.29 million in 2024.
• The Greece thickeners market is projected to witness growth at a CAGR of 4.8% during the forecast period, with a market size of USD 1.88 million in 2024.
• Rest of Europe's thickeners market is projected to witness growth at a CAGR of 3.2% during the forecast period, with a market size of USD 24.25 million in 2024.

Asia Pacific Thickener Market Analysis

According to Cognitive Market Research, the global thickeners market size was estimated at USD 521.6 Million, out of which Asia Pacific held the market share of around 23% of the global revenue with a market size of USD 119.97 million in 2024 and will grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.00% from 2024 to 2031.

• According to Cognitive Market Research, the China thickeners market size was valued at USD 53.99 million in 2024 and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 7.5% during the forecast period. Thickeners surged in China due to the rising population.
• The Japan thickeners market is projected to witness growth at a CAGR of 6.5% during the forecast period, with a market size of USD 16.56 million in 2024.
• India’s thickeners market had a market share of USD 14.40 million in 2024 and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 9.8% during the forecast period. India's growing disposable income.
• The South Korean thickeners market is projected to witness growth at a CAGR of 7.1% during the forecast period, with a market size of USD 12.00 million in 2024.
• The Australian thickeners market is projected to witness growth at a CAGR of 7.7% during the forecast period, with a market size of USD 6.24 million in 2024.
• The Southeast Asia thickeners market is projected to witness growth at a CAGR of 9.0% during the forecast period, with a market size of USD 8.28 million in 2024.
• The Rest of Asia Pacific thickeners market is projected to witness growth at a CAGR of 7.8% during the forecast period, with a market size of USD 8.52 million in 2024.

South America Thickener Market Analysis

According to Cognitive Market Research, the global thickeners market size was estimated at USD 521.6 Million, out of which Latin America held the market share of around 5% of the global revenue with a market size of USD 26.08 million in 2024 and will grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.4% from 2024 to 2031. .

• According to Cognitive Market Research, the Brazil thickeners market size was valued at USD 11.16 million in 2024 and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 6.0% during the forecast period. Thickeners have flourished in Brazil due to the rising disposable income.
• Argentina's thickeners market had a market share of USD 4.38 million in 2024 and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 6.3% during the forecast period. Argentina's technological advancements augment the demand.
• Colombia’s thickeners market is projected to witness growth at a CAGR of 5.2% during the forecast period, with a market size of USD 2.32 million in 2024.
• Peru’s thickeners market is projected to witness growth at a CAGR of 5.6% during the forecast period, with a market size of USD 2.14 million in 2024.
• Chile’s thickeners market is projected to witness growth at a CAGR of 5.7% during the forecast period, with a market size of USD 1.88 million in 2024.
• The Rest of Latin America's thickeners market is projected to witness growth at a CAGR of 4.5% during the forecast period, with a market size of USD 4.20 million in 2024.

Middle East Thickener Market Analysis

According to Cognitive Market Research, the global thickeners market size was estimated at USD 521.6 Million, out of which the Middle East and Africa held the major market share of around 2% of the global revenue with a market size of USD 10.43 million in 2024 and will grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.7% from 2024 to 2031..

• The GCC Countries’ thickeners market is projected to witness growth at a CAGR of 6.5% during the forecast period, with a market size of USD 4.46 million in 2024. Thickeners sales flourish due to the presence of major market players.
• The Egypt thickeners market is projected to witness growth at a CAGR of 6.0% during the forecast period, with a market size of USD 1.10 million in 2024.
• The South Africa thickeners market is projected to witness growth at a CAGR of 6.7% during the forecast period, with a market size of USD 1.65 million in 2024. Thickeners sales flourished in South Africa due to increasing demand for thickeners.
• Turkey’s thickeners market is projected to witness growth at a CAGR of 5.2% during the forecast period, with a market size of USD 0.90 million in 2024.
• The Nigeria thickeners market is projected to witness growth at a CAGR of 4.8% during the forecast period, with a market size of USD 1.10 million in 2024.
• The Rest of the MEA thickeners market is projected to witness growth at a CAGR of 4.7% during the forecast period, with a market size of USD 1.23 million in 2024.

Thickener Market Analysis

Thickeners Market Type Segment Analysis

According to Cognitive Market Research, cellulose ether stands out as the dominant category over the projected period because of the wide range of businesses that can benefit from it, such as those dealing with food, medicine, and personal care. In addition, because of its high demand and good quality, it is ideal for thickening, stabilizing, and water retention. Furthermore, it satisfies the increasing need for sustainable and clean-label ingredients, and it works well with organic and natural products.

Natural polymer emerges as the fastest-growing category in the thickeners market because of the growing need for products with a focus on sustainability, environmental friendliness, and clean label criteria. Moreover, consumption and the increasing demand for natural polymer are fueling the market’s rapid expansion due to its extensive application in food, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals.

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Thickeners Market Application Segment Analysis

According to Cognitive Market Research, the dominant category is paints and coatings because there is a great need for products with better stability, application qualities, and viscosity in many different sectors, such as the construction and automotive industries. Additionally, high-quality paints and coatings need thickeners because they increase the consistency, reduce sagging, and improve the overall finish.

The fastest-growing category in the thickeners market is food and beverages because processed foods, ready-to-eat meals, and convenience foods are becoming increasingly popular. Many foods benefit from thickeners, which increase their stability, texture, and shelf life, satisfying customers’ demands for consistent quality in the foods they consume.

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Enthusiastic and analytical market research professional with 2 years of hands-on experience in tracking market trends, evaluating consumer behavior, and supporting strategic decision-making. Proficient in designing surveys, conducting interviews, and synthesizing insights from both primary and secondary sources. Successfully contributed to research projects across sectors such as retail, personal care, and industrial markets. Brings a keen eye for detail, strong data interpretation skills, and a passion for uncovering what drives markets forward. Comfortable working in fast-paced environments and collaborating across departments to deliver clear, actionable findings.

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