분산제 시장 : 규모, 점유율, 성장률, 산업 분석, 유형별, 용도별, 지역별 인사이트, 예측(2026-2034년)
Dispersing Agents Market Size, Share, Growth and Global Industry Analysis By Type & Application, Regional Insights and Forecast to 2026-2034
상품코드:1916557
리서치사:Fortune Business Insights Pvt. Ltd.
발행일:2025년 12월
페이지 정보:영문 234 Pages
라이선스 & 가격 (부가세 별도)
한글목차
분산제 시장의 성장 요인
세계 분산제 시장은 2025년 92억 달러로 평가되었으며, 2026년 98억 2,000만 달러에 이르고, 2034년까지 171억 6,000만 달러로 확대될 것으로 전망됩니다. 2026년부터 2034년에 걸쳐 CAGR은 7.20%를 나타낼 전망입니다. 산업활동의 활성화, 지속가능한 배합의 채택 확대, 건설 및 페인트 및 코팅 및 의약품 분야로부터의 강한 수요에 지지되고 있습니다. 2025년에는 중국, 인도, 동남아시아의 급속한 산업화를 배경으로 아시아태평양이 세계 분산제 시장의 30%를 차지하고 주도적인 지위를 차지했습니다.
분산제는 입자 응집과 침강을 방지하여 현탁액을 안정화시키는 화학 화합물입니다. 또한 점도를 줄이고 유동성을 향상시키고 배합의 안정성을 높입니다. 이러한 제제는 일반적으로 폴리아크릴레이트, 폴리에테르, 폴리소르베이트를 사용하여 배합되며, 수성 시스템 및 용매계 시스템용으로 설계된 변형이 존재합니다. 그 기능적 중요성은 특히 균일한 분산과 일관된 성능이 요구되는 분야에서 여러 산업에서 필수적인 존재가 되고 있습니다.
시장 성장은 페인트 및 코팅, 건축 및 건설, 펄프 및 종이, 세제, 접착제 및 실란트 분야에 의해 강하게 견인되고 있습니다. 페인트 및 코팅 분야에서는 분산제가 안료의 균일한 분산을 확보해, 발색성을 향상시켜, 내구성을 높입니다. 건설 분야에서는 시멘트나 콘크리트의 배합에 있어서 작업성을 개선하고, 수량을 삭감하고, 강도와 내구성을 향상시키는 중요한 역할을 합니다. 지속가능한 건설방법의 촉진에 있어서 그 역할은 채택을 더욱 강화하고 있습니다.
COVID-19의 유행은 시장에 복잡한 영향을 미쳤습니다. 락다운과 공급망의 혼란으로 인해 건설 및 자동차 분야에서는 일시적인 감속이 보였지만, 의료, 의약품 및 퍼스널케어 분야에서의 수요가 증가했습니다. 소독제, 의료용 제제, 의약품 현탁액 등의 제품이 단기적인 수요 안정을 지원했습니다. 산업 활동이 정상화됨에 따라 분산제 시장은 꾸준한 회복 궤도로 돌아왔습니다.
주요 시장 동향으로 지속가능성과 바이오 분산제에 대한 관심이 높아지고 있습니다. 제조업체는 석유 화학 물질에 대한 의존도를 줄이기 위해 재생 가능하고 생분해 가능한 원료에 대한 투자를 확대하고 있습니다. 이 전환은 특히 수계 및 저 VOC 배합이 선호되는 유럽 북미의 엄격화 환경 규제와 일치합니다. 친환경 분산제로의 전환은 예측 기간 동안 제품 혁신에 큰 영향을 미칠 것으로 예측됩니다.
산업화는 여전히 핵심 성장 요인이며, 확대되는 제조 활동에는 일관된 품질을 갖춘 고성능 배합이 요구되고 있습니다. 분산제는 생산 효율의 향상, 가공 비용의 삭감, 안정성, 유변학 및 호환성과 같은 최종 제품 특성을 향상시킵니다. 배합화학의 기술 진보는 응용 가능성을 지속적으로 확대하고 장기적인 시장 확대를 지원합니다.
그러나 대체품의 존재는 억제요인으로 작용합니다. 자가 분산 나노입자를 포함하는 제형 기술의 진보는 특정 용도에서 전통적인 분산제에 대한 의존도를 감소시킬 수 있습니다. 이러한 대안은 분산제의 필요성을 완전히 배제하지는 않지만, 틈새 분야 수요 성장을 제한할 수 있습니다.
유형별로는 2026년에 수성 부문이 65.27%의 점유율로 시장을 독점했습니다. 이는 VOC 배출 감축을 위한 규제 압력과 환경 친화적인 배합의 채택 증가에 의해 지원되었습니다. 용제 기반 분산제는 특히 자동차 및 산업용 페인트와 같은 성능 중심 응용 분야에서 계속 사용됩니다.
용도별로는 2026년 건축 및 건설 분야가 26.78%로 최대 점유율을 차지하고 있습니다. 이것은 인프라 개발과 내구성이 뛰어난 고성능 재료에 대한 수요에 견인된 것입니다. 아시아태평양은 2025년에 27억 5,000만 달러로 가장 규모가 큰 지역 시장을 유지하고 있으며, 중국, 인도, 일본이 지역 수요 성장에 중심적인 역할을 하고 있습니다.
시장은 경쟁이 격렬하게 분산화가 진행되고 있으며, BASF SE, Arkema SA, Clariant AG, Dow Inc., and Evonik Industries AG 등의 주요 기업은 글로벌 입지 강화를 위해 생산 능력 확대, 지속 가능한 제품 투입, 전략적 제휴에 주력하고 있습니다.
목차
제1장 서론
제2장 주요 요약
제3장 시장 역학
시장 성장 촉진요인
시장 성장 억제요인
시장 기회
제4장 주요 인사이트
주요 지역의 주요 신규 동향
주요 동향 : 기업 합병 및 인수(M&A), 사업 제휴 등
최신 기술적 진보
규제 환경에 대한 인사이트
Porter's Five Forces 분석
COVID-19가 세계의 분산제 시장에 미치는 영향
제5장 세계의 분산제 시장 분석 : 통찰 및 전망(2021-2034년)
주요 분석 결과 / 요약
유형별(금액 및 수량 기준)
수성
용제계
기타
용도별(금액 및 수량 기준)
페인트 및 코팅
펄프 및 제지
건축 및 건설
세제
접착제 및 실란트
기타
지역별(금액 및 수량 기준)
북미
유럽
아시아태평양
라틴아메리카
중동 및 아프리카
제6장 북미의 분산제 시장 분석 : 통찰 및 전망(2021-2034년)
국가별
미국
캐나다
제7장 유럽의 분산제 시장 분석 : 통찰 및 전망(2021-2034년)
국가별
독일
영국
프랑스
이탈리아
기타 유럽 국가
제8장 아시아태평양의 분산제 시장 분석 : 통찰 및 전망(2021-2034년)
국가별
중국
인도
일본
한국
기타 아시아태평양 국가
제9장 라틴아메리카의 분산제 시장 분석 : 통찰 및 전망(2021-2034년)
국가별
브라질
멕시코
기타 라틴아메리카 국가
제10장 중동 및 아프리카의 분산제 시장 분석 : 통찰 및 전망(2021-2034년)
국가별
사우디아라비아
남아프리카
기타 중동 및 아프리카 국가
제11장 기업 프로파일
BASE SE
Arkema SA
Altana AG
Clariant AG
Dow Inc.
Lanxess AG
RUDOLF GmbH
Lubrizol
Evonik Industries AG
Croda International
제12장 전략적 제안
SHW
영문 목차
영문목차
Growth Factors of dispersing agents Market
The global dispersing agents market was valued at USD 9.2 billion in 2025 and is projected to reach USD 9.82 billion in 2026, expanding further to USD 17.16 billion by 2034. This growth reflects a CAGR of 7.20% during 2026-2034, supported by rising industrial activity, increased adoption of sustainable formulations, and strong demand from construction, paints & coatings, and pharmaceutical applications. In 2025, Asia Pacific dominated the global dispersing agents market with a 30% share, driven by rapid industrialization across China, India, and Southeast Asia.
Dispersing agents are chemical compounds that stabilize suspensions by preventing particle agglomeration and sedimentation. They also reduce viscosity, improve flow behavior, and enhance formulation stability. These agents are commonly formulated using polyacrylates, polyethers, and polysorbates, with variations designed for water-based and solvent-based systems. Their functional importance makes them indispensable across multiple industries, particularly where uniform dispersion and consistent performance are required.
Market growth is strongly driven by paints & coatings, building & construction, pulp & paper, detergents, and adhesives & sealants. In paints and coatings, dispersing agents ensure uniform pigment distribution, improve color strength, and enhance durability. In construction, they play a vital role in cement and concrete formulations by improving workability, reducing water demand, and increasing strength and durability. Their role in facilitating sustainable construction practices has further strengthened adoption.
The COVID-19 pandemic had a mixed impact on the market. While construction and automotive sectors experienced temporary slowdowns due to lockdowns and supply chain disruptions, demand increased from healthcare, pharmaceuticals, and personal care segments. Products such as sanitizers, medical formulations, and pharmaceutical suspensions supported short-term demand stability. As industrial operations normalized, the dispersing agents market resumed a steady recovery trajectory.
A major market trend is the growing emphasis on sustainability and bio-based dispersing agents. Manufacturers are increasingly investing in renewable and biodegradable raw materials to reduce dependence on petroleum-based chemicals. This shift aligns with stricter environmental regulations, especially in Europe and North America, where water-based and low-VOC formulations are gaining preference. The transition toward eco-friendly dispersants is expected to significantly influence product innovation over the forecast period.
Industrialization remains a core growth driver, as expanding manufacturing activities require high-performance formulations with consistent quality. Dispersing agents improve production efficiency, reduce processing costs, and enhance final product properties such as stability, rheology, and compatibility. Technological advancements in formulation chemistry continue to expand application possibilities, supporting long-term market expansion.
However, the presence of substitutes acts as a restraint. Advances in formulation technologies, including self-dispersing nanoparticles, may reduce dependence on traditional dispersants in specific applications. Although these alternatives do not eliminate the need for dispersing agents entirely, they may limit demand growth in niche segments.
By type, the waterborne segment dominated the market with a 65.27% share in 2026, supported by regulatory pressure to reduce VOC emissions and increased adoption of environmentally friendly formulations. Solventborne dispersants continue to be used in performance-driven applications, particularly in automotive and industrial coatings.
By application, building & construction accounted for the largest share at 26.78% in 2026, driven by infrastructure development and the need for durable, high-performance materials. Asia Pacific remained the largest regional market, valued at USD 2.75 billion in 2025, with China, India, and Japan playing central roles in regional demand growth.
The market is highly competitive and fragmented, with key players such as BASF SE, Arkema SA, Clariant AG, Dow Inc., and Evonik Industries AG focusing on capacity expansion, sustainable product launches, and strategic partnerships to strengthen their global presence.
Conclusion
The dispersing agents market demonstrates strong and consistent growth from 2025 through 2034, supported by rising industrialization, expanding construction activities, and a global shift toward sustainable and water-based formulations. Market progression from USD 9.2 billion in 2025 to USD 17.16 billion by 2034 highlights the increasing importance of dispersing agents in modern industrial formulations. While substitution risks and regulatory pressures persist, continuous innovation, sustainability initiatives, and strong demand from Asia Pacific ensure a stable and positive long-term outlook for the global dispersing agents market.
Segmentation By Type
Waterborne
Solventborne
Others
By Application
Paints & Coatings
Pulp & Paper
Building & Construction
Detergent
Adhesives & Sealants
Others
By Region
North America (By Type, By Application, By Country)
U.S. (By Application)
Canada (By Application)
Europe (By Type, By Application, By Country)
Germany (By Application)
U.K. (By Application)
France (By Application)
Italy (By Application)
Rest of Europe (By Application)
Asia Pacific (By Type, By Application, By Country)
China (By Application)
India (By Application)
Japan (By Application)
South Korea (By Application)
Rest of Asia Pacific (By Application)
Latin America (By Type, By Application, By Application)
Brazil (By Application)
Mexico (By Application)
Rest of Latin America (By Application)
Middle East & Africa (By Type, By Application, By Country)
Saudi Arabia (By Application)
South Africa (By Application)
Rest of Middle East & Africa (By Application)
Table of Content
1. Introduction
1.1. Research Scope
1.2. Market Segmentation
1.3. Research Methodology
1.4. Definitions and Assumptions
2. Executive Summary
3. Market Dynamics
3.1. Market Drivers
3.2. Market Restraints
3.3. Market Opportunities
4. Key Insights
4.1. Key Emerging Trends - For Major Regions
4.2. Key Developments: Mergers, Acquisition, Partnership, etc.
4.3. Latest Technological Advancement
4.4. Insights on Regulatory Scenario
4.5. Porters Five Forces Analysis
4.6. Impact of COVID-19 on Global Dispersing Agents Market
5. Global Dispersing Agents Market Analysis, Insights and Forecast, 2021-2034
5.1. Key Findings / Summary
5.2. By Type (Value and Volume)
5.2.1. Waterborne
5.2.2. Solventborne
5.2.3. Others
5.3. By Application (Value and Volume)
5.3.1. Paints & Coatings
5.3.2. Pulp & Paper
5.3.3. Building & Construction
5.3.4. Detergent
5.3.5. Adhesives & Sealants
5.3.6. Others
5.4. By Region (Value and Volume)
5.4.1. North America
5.4.2. Europe
5.4.3. Asia Pacific
5.4.4. Latin America
5.4.5. Middle East & Africa
6. North America Dispersing Agents Market Analysis, Insights and Forecast, 2021-2034
6.1. Key Findings / Summary
6.2. By Type (Value and Volume)
6.2.1. Waterborne
6.2.2. Solventborne
6.2.3. Others
6.3. By Application (Value and Volume)
6.3.1. Paints & Coatings
6.3.2. Pulp & Paper
6.3.3. Building & Construction
6.3.4. Detergent
6.3.5. Adhesives & Sealants
6.3.6. Others
6.4. By Country (Value and Volume)
6.4.1. U.S.
6.4.1.1. By Application (Value and Volume)
6.4.1.1.1. Paints & Coatings
6.4.1.1.2. Pulp & Paper
6.4.1.1.3. Building & Construction
6.4.1.1.4. Detergent
6.4.1.1.5. Adhesives & Sealants
6.4.1.1.6. Others
6.4.2. Canada
6.4.2.1. By Application (Value and Volume)
6.4.2.1.1. Paints & Coatings
6.4.2.1.2. Pulp & Paper
6.4.2.1.3. Building & Construction
6.4.2.1.4. Detergent
6.4.2.1.5. Adhesives & Sealants
6.4.2.1.6. Others
7. Europe Dispersing Agents Market Analysis, Insights and Forecast, 2021-2034
7.1. Key Findings / Summary
7.2. By Type (Value and Volume)
7.2.1. Waterborne
7.2.2. Solventborne
7.2.3. Others
7.3. By Application (Value and Volume)
7.3.1. Paints & Coatings
7.3.2. Pulp & Paper
7.3.3. Building & Construction
7.3.4. Detergent
7.3.5. Adhesives & Sealants
7.3.6. Others
7.4. By Country (Value and Volume)
7.4.1. Germany
7.4.1.1. By Application (Value and Volume)
7.4.1.1.1. Paints & Coatings
7.4.1.1.2. Pulp & Paper
7.4.1.1.3. Building & Construction
7.4.1.1.4. Detergent
7.4.1.1.5. Adhesives & Sealants
7.4.1.1.6. Others
7.4.2. UK
7.4.2.1. By Application (Value and Volume)
7.4.2.1.1. Paints & Coatings
7.4.2.1.2. Pulp & Paper
7.4.2.1.3. Building & Construction
7.4.2.1.4. Detergent
7.4.2.1.5. Adhesives & Sealants
7.4.2.1.6. Others
7.4.3. France
7.4.3.1. By Application (Value and Volume)
7.4.3.1.1. Paints & Coatings
7.4.3.1.2. Pulp & Paper
7.4.3.1.3. Building & Construction
7.4.3.1.4. Detergent
7.4.3.1.5. Adhesives & Sealants
7.4.3.1.6. Others
7.4.4. Italy
7.4.4.1. By Application (Value and Volume)
7.4.4.1.1. Paints & Coatings
7.4.4.1.2. Pulp & Paper
7.4.4.1.3. Building & Construction
7.4.4.1.4. Detergent
7.4.4.1.5. Adhesives & Sealants
7.4.4.1.6. Others
7.4.5. Rest of Europe
7.4.5.1. By Application (Value and Volume)
7.4.5.1.1. Paints & Coatings
7.4.5.1.2. Pulp & Paper
7.4.5.1.3. Building & Construction
7.4.5.1.4. Detergent
7.4.5.1.5. Adhesives & Sealants
7.4.5.1.6. Others
8. Asia-Pacific Dispersing Agents Market Analysis, Insights and Forecast, 2021-2034
8.1. Key Findings / Summary
8.2. By Type (Value and Volume)
8.2.1. Waterborne
8.2.2. Solventborne
8.2.3. Others
8.3. By Application (Value and Volume)
8.3.1. Paints & Coatings
8.3.2. Pulp & Paper
8.3.3. Building & Construction
8.3.4. Detergent
8.3.5. Adhesives & Sealants
8.3.6. Others
8.4. By Country (Value and Volume)
8.4.1. China
8.4.1.1. By Application (Value and Volume)
8.4.1.1.1. Paints & Coatings
8.4.1.1.2. Pulp & Paper
8.4.1.1.3. Building & Construction
8.4.1.1.4. Detergent
8.4.1.1.5. Adhesives & Sealants
8.4.1.1.6. Others
8.4.2. India
8.4.2.1. By Application (Value and Volume)
8.4.2.1.1. Paints & Coatings
8.4.2.1.2. Pulp & Paper
8.4.2.1.3. Building & Construction
8.4.2.1.4. Detergent
8.4.2.1.5. Adhesives & Sealants
8.4.2.1.6. Others
8.4.3. Japan
8.4.3.1. By Application (Value and Volume)
8.4.3.1.1. Paints & Coatings
8.4.3.1.2. Pulp & Paper
8.4.3.1.3. Building & Construction
8.4.3.1.4. Detergent
8.4.3.1.5. Adhesives & Sealants
8.4.3.1.6. Others
8.4.4. South Korea
8.4.4.1. By Application (Value and Volume)
8.4.4.1.1. Paints & Coatings
8.4.4.1.2. Pulp & Paper
8.4.4.1.3. Building & Construction
8.4.4.1.4. Detergent
8.4.4.1.5. Adhesives & Sealants
8.4.4.1.6. Others
8.4.5. Rest of Asia Pacific
8.4.5.1. By Application (Value and Volume)
8.4.5.1.1. Paints & Coatings
8.4.5.1.2. Pulp & Paper
8.4.5.1.3. Building & Construction
8.4.5.1.4. Detergent
8.4.5.1.5. Adhesives & Sealants
8.4.5.1.6. Others
9. Latin America Dispersing Agents Market Analysis, Insights and Forecast, 2021-2034
9.1. Key Findings / Summary
9.2. By Type (Value and Volume)
9.2.1. Waterborne
9.2.2. Solventborne
9.2.3. Others
9.3. By Application (Value and Volume)
9.3.1. Paints & Coatings
9.3.2. Pulp & Paper
9.3.3. Building & Construction
9.3.4. Detergent
9.3.5. Adhesives & Sealants
9.3.6. Others
9.4. By Country (Value and Volume)
9.4.1. Brazil
9.4.1.1. By Application (Value and Volume)
9.4.1.1.1. Paints & Coatings
9.4.1.1.2. Pulp & Paper
9.4.1.1.3. Building & Construction
9.4.1.1.4. Detergent
9.4.1.1.5. Adhesives & Sealants
9.4.1.1.6. Others
9.4.2. Mexico
9.4.2.1. By Application (Value and Volume)
9.4.2.1.1. Paints & Coatings
9.4.2.1.2. Pulp & Paper
9.4.2.1.3. Building & Construction
9.4.2.1.4. Detergent
9.4.2.1.5. Adhesives & Sealants
9.4.2.1.6. Others
9.4.3. Rest of Latin America
9.4.3.1. By Application (Value and Volume)
9.4.3.1.1. Paints & Coatings
9.4.3.1.2. Pulp & Paper
9.4.3.1.3. Building & Construction
9.4.3.1.4. Detergent
9.4.3.1.5. Adhesives & Sealants
9.4.3.1.6. Others
10. Middle East & Africa Dispersing Agents Market Analysis, Insights and Forecast, 2021-2034
10.1. Key Findings / Summary
10.2. By Type (Value and Volume)
10.2.1. Waterborne
10.2.2. Solventborne
10.2.3. Others
10.3. By Application (Value and Volume)
10.3.1. Paints & Coatings
10.3.2. Pulp & Paper
10.3.3. Building & Construction
10.3.4. Detergent
10.3.5. Adhesives & Sealants
10.3.6. Others
10.4. By Country (Value and Volume)
10.4.1. Saudi Arabia
10.4.1.1. By Applucation (Value and Volume)
10.4.1.1.1. Paints & Coatings
10.4.1.1.2. Pulp & Paper
10.4.1.1.3. Building & Construction
10.4.1.1.4. Detergent
10.4.1.1.5. Adhesives & Sealants
10.4.1.1.6. Others
10.4.2. South Africa
10.4.2.1. By Application (Value and Volume)
10.4.2.1.1. Paints & Coatings
10.4.2.1.2. Pulp & Paper
10.4.2.1.3. Building & Construction
10.4.2.1.4. Detergent
10.4.2.1.5. Adhesives & Sealants
10.4.2.1.6. Others
10.4.3. Rest of Middle East & Africa
10.4.3.1. By Application (Value and Volume)
10.4.3.1.1. Paints & Coatings
10.4.3.1.2. Pulp & Paper
10.4.3.1.3. Building & Construction
10.4.3.1.4. Detergent
10.4.3.1.5. Adhesives & Sealants
10.4.3.1.6. Others
11. Company Profiles
11.1.
11.1.1. BASE SE
11.1.1.1. Overview
11.1.1.2. Description
11.1.1.3. Product Portfolio
11.1.1.4. Financials (Data as available in public domain and/or on paid databases)
11.1.1.5. Recent Developments
11.1.2. Arkema SA
11.1.2.1. Overview
11.1.2.2. Description
11.1.2.3. Product Portfolio
11.1.2.4. Financials (Data as available in public domain and/or on paid databases)
11.1.2.5. Recent Developments
11.1.3. Altana AG
11.1.3.1. Overview
11.1.3.2. Description
11.1.3.3. Product Portfolio
11.1.3.4. Financials (Data as available in public domain and/or on paid databases)
11.1.3.5. Recent Developments
11.1.4. Clariant AG
11.1.4.1. Overview
11.1.4.2. Description
11.1.4.3. Product Portfolio
11.1.4.4. Financials (Data as available in public domain and/or on paid databases)
11.1.4.5. Recent Developments
11.1.5. Dow Inc.
11.1.5.1. Overview
11.1.5.2. Description
11.1.5.3. Product Portfolio
11.1.5.4. Financials (Data as available in public domain and/or on paid databases)
11.1.5.5. Recent Developments
11.1.6. Lanxess AG
11.1.6.1. Overview
11.1.6.2. Description
11.1.6.3. Product Portfolio
11.1.6.4. Financials (Data as available in public domain and/or on paid databases)
11.1.6.5. Recent Developments
11.1.7. RUDOLF GmbH
11.1.7.1. Overview
11.1.7.2. Description
11.1.7.3. Product Portfolio
11.1.7.4. Financials (Data as available in public domain and/or on paid databases)
11.1.7.5. Recent Developments
11.1.8. Lubrizol
11.1.8.1. Overview
11.1.8.2. Description
11.1.8.3. Product Portfolio
11.1.8.4. Financials (Data as available in public domain and/or on paid databases)
11.1.8.5. Recent Developments
11.1.9. Evonik Industries AG
11.1.9.1. Overview
11.1.9.2. Description
11.1.9.3. Product Portfolio
11.1.9.4. Financials (Data as available in public domain and/or on paid databases)
11.1.9.5. Recent Developments
11.1.10. Croda International
11.1.10.1. Overview
11.1.10.2. Description
11.1.10.3. Product Portfolio
11.1.10.4. Financials (Data as available in public domain and/or on paid databases)
