Biocides Market, By Product Type (Halogen compounds, Metallic compounds, Organosulfur, Phenolic, Nitrogen, and Others), By Application (Water treatment, Food and beverage, Personal care, Wood preservation, Paints and coatings, and Others), By Geography (N

Global biocides market is estimated to be valued at USD 10.13 Bn in 2025, exhibiting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.3% from 2025 to 2032. Biocides refer to chemical substances that are used to destroy or control harmful living organisms like pests, germs, algae, fungi, and other potentially dangerous microorganisms. They help protect health as well as prevent deterioration of materials caused by biological agents. Rising hygiene concerns along with strict regulations regarding indoor air quality have augmented the demand for biocides from various end-use industries like food & beverage, wood preservation, medical, paints & coatings, and others.

Market Dynamics

The global biocides market is driven by rising hygiene awareness among individuals as well as industrial end users. Stringent regulations regarding indoor air quality and water treatment across various countries is further augmenting the market growth. Growing construction industry worldwide along with increasing spent on infrastructure development projects is another major factor bolstering the demand for biocides. However, shifting consumer preference towards bio-based and safer alternatives due to environmental concern can restrain the market expansion. Moreover, the development of resistant microbes poses a big challenge. Nevertheless, the emergence of innovative product formulations integrated with advanced technologies is expected to present lucrative opportunities for market players in the near future. Furthermore, the increasing consumption of packaged and processed food owing to changing lifestyles has augmented the need for biocides to prevent spoilage. However, stringent environmental regulations regarding the use of certain biocides along with availability of alternatives are expected to hamper the market growth. On the other hand, research & development activities to develop bio-based and eco-friendly biocides are expected to create new opportunities in the coming years.

Key Features of the Study

• This report provides in-depth analysis of the global biocides market, and provides market size (USD Bn) and compound annual growth rate (CAGR%) for the forecast period (2025–2032), considering 2024 as the base year
• It elucidates potential revenue opportunities across different segments and explains attractive investment proposition matrices for this market
• This study also provides key insights about market drivers, restraints, opportunities, new product launches or approval, market trends, regional outlook, and competitive strategies adopted by key players
• It profiles key players in the global biocides market based on the following parameters – company highlights, products portfolio, key highlights, financial performance, and strategies
• Key companies covered as a part of this study include AkzoNobel N.V., Albemarle Corporation, Arch Chemicals Inc., Ashland Inc., BASF SE, Champion Technologies, Clariant AG, Lanxess, Lubrizol, The Dow Chemical Company, THOR Group Limited, and Troy Corporation
• Insights from this report would allow marketers and the management authorities of the companies to make informed decisions regarding their future product launches, type up-gradation, market expansion, and marketing tactics
• The global biocides market report caters to various stakeholders in this industry including investors, suppliers, product manufacturers, distributors, new entrants, and financial analysts
• Stakeholders would have ease in decision-making through various strategy matrices used in analyzing the global biocides market

• By Product Type Insights (Revenue, USD, 2019 - 2032)
• Halogen compounds
• Metallic compounds
• Organosulfur
• Phenolic
• Nitrogen
• Others
• By Application Insights (Revenue, USD, 2019 - 2032)
• Water treatment
• Food and beverage
• Personal care
• Wood preservation
• Paints and coatings
• Others
• By Regional Insights (Revenue, USD, 2019 - 2032)
• North America
• U.S.
• Canada
• Latin America
• Brazil
• Argentina
• Mexico
• Rest of Latin America
• Europe
• Germany
• U.K.
• Spain
• France
• Italy
• Russia
• Rest of Europe
• Asia Pacific
• China
• India
• Japan
• Australia
• South Korea
• ASEAN
• Rest of Asia Pacific
• Middle East
• GCC Countries
• Israel
• Rest of Middle East
• Africa
• South Africa
• North Africa
• Central Africa
• Key Players Insights
• AkzoNobel N.V.
• Albemarle Corporation
• Arch Chemicals Inc.
• Ashland Inc.
• BASF SE
• Champion Technologies
• Clariant AG
• Lanxess
• Lubrizol
• The Dow Chemical Company
• THOR Group Limited
• Troy Corporation