Water Treatment Chemicals Market Demand, Analysis and Forecast 2034
Global Water Treatment Chemicals Market Growth, Size, Trends Analysis- By Product, By End Use, By Application - Regional Outlook, Competitive Strategies and Segment Forecast to 2034
| Published: Aug-2025 | Report ID: CHEM25151 | Pages: 1 - 259 | Formats*: |
| Category : Chemical & Materials | |||
Global Water Treatment Chemicals Market Introduction and Overview
According to SPER Market Research, the Global Water Treatment Chemicals Market is estimated to reach USD 51.85 billion by 2034 with a CAGR 4.06%.
The report includes an in-depth analysis of the Global Water Treatment Chemicals Market, including market size and trends, product mix, Applications, and supplier analysis. The global Water Treatment Chemicals Market was valued at USD 34.87 billion in 2024 and is expected to grow at a CAGR of over 4.06% from 2025 to 2034. The growth is driven by rising demand from industries such as sugar and ethanol production, fertilizers, geothermal power generation, petrochemical manufacturing, and refining, particularly in emerging economies. A key market trend is the increasing need for centralized fluid treatment facilities tailored for medium and small-scale manufacturers, enabling complete in-situ processes that achieve zero discharge. The Middle East and Africa are expected to experience significant market growth due to the expanding use of saline water treatment to meet the rising water demand. Desalination stands out as the leading technology in various parts of the Middle East, with Saudi Arabia heavily relying on it to fulfill its water needs.
By Product:
The coagulants and flocculants segment held the largest revenue share due to their essential role in sedimentation processes within treatment plants, especially in oil and gas chemical tanks. Coagulation accelerates sedimentation by removing most suspended solids, using organic and inorganic compounds like aluminum hydroxide chloride and aluminum sulfate. Meanwhile, the biocides and disinfectants segment is poised for steady growth, as these chemicals are vital for protecting manufacturing systems. They prevent harmful microbial growth, reduce biofouling and contamination, and help maintain operational efficiency by safely controlling microbiological activity in industrial processes.
By End User:
The municipal segment held the largest revenue share due to widespread use of chemicals in industrial and municipal wastewater treatment. Water scarcity in developed regions like Europe and North America has driven efforts to promote water reuse and recycling. Increasing municipal charges for waste treatment have encouraged industries to upgrade their wastewater treatment and reuse systems. Strength chemicals are commonly used for emulsion breaking, sludge dewatering, and flocculation. Meanwhile, the oil and gas sector is expected to grow steadily as petroleum refineries and chemical plants require efficient water treatment to support processes like desalination, cooling, and steam generation amid clean water scarcity.
By Application:
The raw water treatment segment led revenue due to its widespread use in industries for cooling, product formulation, rinsing, and even purified human consumption. It improves process performance by pretreating sourced water to protect equipment from corrosion, scaling, and fouling. Treatment methods vary but typically include coagulation, flocculation, sedimentation, filtration, and disinfection. The boiler segment is also expected to grow, driven by its crucial role in petrochemical plants. Proper boiler water treatment prevents damage from contaminants like minerals and gases, avoiding costly maintenance, downtime, and efficiency loss.
Regional Insights:
North America led the market with the largest revenue share, driven by advances in hydraulic fracturing that boosted production of unconventional energy like shale gas and tight oil, especially in North Dakota and West Texas. This has increased demand for water treatment in the upstream oil and gas sector. The U.S. is expected to grow steadily due to strict regulations on wastewater disposal and production. Meanwhile, Asia Pacific is projected to grow faster, fueled by expanding industrial, power, and manufacturing sectors. In China, the presence of suspended particles and heavy metals has further increased demand for pretreated water and boiler chemicals.
Market Competitive Landscape:
The Water Treatment Chemicals Market is highly consolidated. Some of the market key players are SUEZ, BASF SE, Ecolab, Solenis, Nouryon, Kemira, Baker Hughes Company, Dow, SNF, and Cortec Corporation.
Recent Developments:
In January 2023, Kemira completed the acquisition of SimAnalytics, boosting its data-driven predictive and machine learning capabilities. This move strengthens Kemira’s portfolio and commitment to offering advanced, tailored solutions for water-intensive industries.
In September 2022, SUEZ announced its 2027 strategic plan to become a trusted partner in circular water and waste solutions. The plan focuses on innovation, investment, and addressing environmental challenges, aiming for annual revenue growth of 4-5%. To support this, SUEZ will boost investments and increase R&D efforts by 50%.
Scope of the report:
| Report Metric | Details |
| Market size available for years | 2021-2034 |
| Base year considered | 2024 |
| Forecast period | 2025-2034 |
| Segments covered | By Product, By End Use, By Application |
| Regions covered | North America, Latin America, Asia-Pacific, Europe, and Middle East & Africa |
| Companies Covered | SUEZ, BASF SE, Ecolab, Solenis, Nouryon, Kemira, Baker Hughes Company, Dow, SNF, and Cortec Corporation. |
Key Topics Covered in the Report
- Global Water Treatment Chemicals Market Size (FY’2021-FY’2034)
- Overview of Global Water Treatment Chemicals Market
- Segmentation of Global Water Treatment Chemicals Market By Product (Coagulants & Flocculants, Biocide & Disinfectant, Defoamer & Defoaming Agent, pH & Adjuster & Softener, Scale & Corrosion Inhibitor, Others)
- Segmentation of Global Water Treatment Chemicals Market By End Use (Power, Oil & Gas, Chemical Manufacturing, Mining & Mineral Processing, Municipal, Food & Beverage, Pulp & Paper, Others)
- Segmentation of Global Water Treatment Chemicals Market By Application (Raw Water Treatment, Water Desalination, Cooling, Boiler, Effluent Water Treatment, Others)
- Statistical Snap of Global Water Treatment Chemicals Market
- Expansion Analysis of Global Water Treatment Chemicals Market
- Problems and Obstacles in Global Water Treatment Chemicals Market
- Competitive Landscape in the Global Water Treatment Chemicals Market
- Details on Current Investment in Global Water Treatment Chemicals Market
- Competitive Analysis of Global Water Treatment Chemicals Market
- Prominent Players in the Global Water Treatment Chemicals Market
- SWOT Analysis of Global Water Treatment Chemicals Market
- Global Water Treatment Chemicals Market Future Outlook and Projections (FY’2025-FY’2034)
- Recommendations from Analyst
1.Introduction
1.1.Scope of the report1.2.Market segment analysis
2.Research Methodology
2.1.Research data source
2.1.1.Secondary Data2.1.2.Primary Data2.1.3.SPERs internal database2.1.4.Premium insight from KOLs
2.2.Market size estimation
2.2.1.Top-down and Bottom-up approach
2.3.Data triangulation
3.Executive Summary
4.Market Dynamics
4.1.Driver, Restraint, Opportunity and Challenges analysis
4.1.1.Drivers4.1.2.Restraints4.1.3.Opportunities4.1.4.Challenges
5.Market variable and outlook
5.1.SWOT Analysis
5.1.1.Strengths5.1.2.Weaknesses5.1.3.Opportunities5.1.4.Threats
5.2.PESTEL Analysis
5.2.1.Political Landscape5.2.2.Economic Landscape5.2.3.Social Landscape5.2.4.Technological Landscape5.2.5.Environmental Landscape5.2.6.Legal Landscape
5.3.PORTERs Five Forces
5.3.1.Bargaining power of suppliers5.3.2.Bargaining power of buyers5.3.3.Threat of Substitute5.3.4.Threat of new entrant5.3.5.Competitive rivalry
5.4.Heat Map Analysis
6.Competitive Landscape
6.1.Global Water Treatment Chemicals Market Manufacturing Base Distribution, Sales Area, Product Type6.2.Mergers & Acquisitions, Partnerships, Product Launch, and Collaboration in Global Water Treatment Chemicals Market
7.Global Water Treatment Chemicals Market, By Product, (USD Million) 2021-2034
7.1.Coagulants & Flocculants7.2.Biocide & Disinfectant7.3.Defoamer & Defoaming Agent7.4.pH & Adjuster & Softener7.5.Scale & Corrosion Inhibitor7.6.Others
8.Global Water Treatment Chemicals Market, By End-use, (USD Million) 2021-2034
8.1.Power8.2.Oil & Gas8.3.Chemical Manufacturing8.4.Mining & Mineral Processing8.5.Municipal8.6.Food & Beverage8.7.Pulp & Paper8.8.Others
9.Global Water Treatment Chemicals Market, By Application, (USD Million) 2021-2034
9.1.Raw Water Treatment9.2.Water Desalination9.3.Cooling9.4.Boiler9.5.Effluent Water Treatment9.6.Others
10.Global Water Treatment Chemicals Market, (USD Million) 2021-2034
10.1.Global Water Treatment Chemicals Market Size and Market Share
11.Global Water Treatment Chemicals Market, By Region, 2021-2034 (USD Million)
11.1.Asia-Pacific
11.1.1.Australia11.1.2.China11.1.3.India11.1.4.Japan11.1.5.South Korea11.1.6.Rest of Asia-Pacific
11.2.Europe
11.2.1.France11.2.2.Germany11.2.3.Italy11.2.4.Spain11.2.5.United Kingdom11.2.6.Rest of Europe
11.3.Middle East and Africa
11.3.1.Kingdom of Saudi Arabia11.3.2.United Arab Emirates11.3.3.Qatar11.3.4.South Africa11.3.5.Egypt11.3.6.Morocco11.3.7.Nigeria11.3.8.Rest of Middle-East and Africa
11.4.North America
11.4.1.Canada11.4.2.Mexico11.4.3.United States
11.5.Latin America
11.5.1.Argentina11.5.2.Brazil11.5.3.Rest of Latin America
12.Company Profile
12.1.SUEZ
12.1.1.Company details12.1.2.Financial outlook12.1.3.Product summary12.1.4.Recent developments
12.2.BASF SE
12.2.1.Company details12.2.2.Financial outlook12.2.3.Product summary12.2.4.Recent developments
12.3.Ecolab
12.3.1.Company details12.3.2.Financial outlook12.3.3.Product summary12.3.4.Recent developments
12.4.Solenis
12.4.1.Company details12.4.2.Financial outlook12.4.3.Product summary12.4.4.Recent developments
12.5.Nouryon
12.5.1.Company details12.5.2.Financial outlook12.5.3.Product summary12.5.4.Recent developments
12.6.Kemira
12.6.1.Company details12.6.2.Financial outlook12.6.3.Product summary12.6.4.Recent developments
12.7.Baker Hughes Company
12.7.1.Company details12.7.2.Financial outlook12.7.3.Product summary12.7.4.Recent developments
12.8.Dow
12.8.1.Company details12.8.2.Financial outlook12.8.3.Product summary12.8.4.Recent developments
12.9.SNF
12.9.1.Company details12.9.2.Financial outlook12.9.3.Product summary12.9.4.Recent developments
12.10.Cortec Corporation
12.10.1.Company details12.10.2.Financial outlook12.10.3.Product summary12.10.4.Recent developments
12.11.Others
13.Conclusion
14.List of Abbreviations
15.Reference Links
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Frequently Asked Questions About This Report
Water Treatment Chemicals Market is projected to reach USD 51.85 billion by 2034, growing at a CAGR of 4.06% during the forecast period.
Water Treatment Chemicals Market size from 2025. The Market is expected to reach USD 51.85 billion by 2034, at a CAGR of 4.06% during the forecast period.
Water Treatment Chemicals Market CAGR of 4.06% during the forecast period.
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Water Treatment Chemicals Market size is USD 51.85 billion from 2025 to 2034.
Water Treatment Chemicals Market covered By Product, By End Use, By Application
The North America is anticipated to have the highest Market share in the Water Treatment Chemicals Market.
SUEZ, BASF SE, Ecolab, Solenis, Nouryon, Kemira, Baker Hughes Company, Dow, SNF, and Cortec Corporation.
The report includes an in-depth analysis of the Global Water Treatment Chemicals Market, including market size and trends, product mix, Applications, and supplier analysis.
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