Microfibrillated Cellulose Market, by Manufacturing Process (Mechanical, Chemical, and Biological), By Distribution Channel (Paper, Packaging, Pharmaceuticals, Paints and Coatings, Personal Care & Cosmetics, and Others (Home Care & Food & Beverages), and

Microfibrillated Cellulose Market, by Manufacturing Process (Mechanical, Chemical, and Biological), By Distribution Channel (Paper, Packaging, Pharmaceuticals, Paints and Coatings, Personal Care & Cosmetics, and Others (Home Care & Food & Beverages), and by Region (North America, Latin America, Asia Pacific, Europe, and Middle East & Africa) - Size, Share, Outlook, and Opportunity Analysis, 2022 - 2028

Microfibrillated cellulose is produced by mechanical treatment with or without enzymatic or chemical pre-treatment. The Microfibrillated cellulose consists of long and thin fibers, which form a three-dimensional network. MFC has high viscosity and yield stress, it is shear thinning and has high water holding capacity. The size distribution of the fibers is wide, and even if some fibers have diameters in nanoscale, there are a lot of bigger fibers as well. Moreover, the fibers are in a network structure and interconnected to each other.
Market Dynamics
The threat of climate change and environmental degradation is increasing day by day. The primary benefit of using microfibrillated cellulose is that it can bolster strength and reduce the weight of fiber materials in a sustainable manner, by generating end products with reduced material volumes, without compromising on performance. There is significant demand for microfibrillated cellulose in paper and packaging applications. However, microfibrillated cellulose market has not strongly developed in all other applications, which drive the players to focus on research and development of microfibrillated cellulose to meet specifications required for particular applications.
Microfibrillated cellulose are bio-based materials and are synthesized from wood pulp. This natural product caters to various industries including paper, packaging, and others. Thus, the increasing demand for biodegradable products is expected to drive the growth of the microfibrillated cellulose market globally during the forecast period. Microfibrillated cellulose are bio-based additive that improves rheology, stability, and has very high water retention capability. Growing demand for sustainable and green packaging solutions is expected to drive global microfibrillated cellulose market during the forecast period.
Microfibrillated cellulose are prepared by biosynthesis of monosaccharaides or the fermentation of cellulose fibers by using enzymes to reduce their size. This procedure is time consuming and require more expensive reagents. Microfibrillated cellulose are used as a natural performance enhancer for bio-based packaging material, offering stronger durability while also fulfilling international food safety standards, making it ideal for paper and packaging industry.
However, less awareness about microfibrillated cellulose in various emerging and underdeveloped countries is expected to restrain the market growth. The lack of universal directives pertaining to applications of microfibrillated cellulose is also restraining the market growth.
Key features of the study:
This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global microfibrillated cellulose market, provides market size (US$ Million), and compound annual growth rate (CAGR %) for the forecast period (2022-2028), considering 2021 as the base year
It elucidates potential revenue opportunity across different segments and explains attractive investment proposition matrix for this market
This study also provides key insights about market drivers, restraints, opportunities, new product launches or approvals, regional outlook, and competitive strategies adopted by key players
It profiles key players in the global microfibrillated cellulose market based on the following parameters – company overview, financial performance, product portfolio, geographical presence, distribution strategies, key developments and strategies, and future plans
Key companies covered as a part of this study include Borregaard Chemicals Company, Daicel Corporation, FiberLean Technologies Ltd, J. Rettenmaier & Söhne, Nippon Paper Industries Co., Ltd, Norske Skog ASA, Sappi Limited, Stora Enso Oyj, Weidmann Fiber Technology, and Zelfo Technology GmbH

Insights from this report would allow marketers and management authorities of companies to make informed decision regarding future products launches, technology up gradation, market expansion, and marketing tactics
The global microfibrillated cellulose market report caters to various stakeholders in this industry including investors, suppliers, cotton pad manufacturers, distributors, new entrants, and financial analysts
Stakeholders would have ease in decision-making through various strategy matrices used in analyzing the global microfibrillated cellulose market
Detailed Segmentation:
Global Microfibrillated Cellulose Market, By Manufacturing Process:
Mechanical
Chemical
Biological
Global Microfibrillated Cellulose Market, By Application
Paper
Packaging
Pharmaceuticals
Paints and Coatings
Personal Care & Cosmetics
Others (Home Care & Food & Beverages)
Global Microfibrillated Cellulose Market, By Region:
North America
By Manufacturing Process:
Mechanical
Chemical
Biological
By Application:
Paper
Packaging
Pharmaceuticals
Paints and Coatings
Personal Care & Cosmetics
Others
By Country:
U.S.
Canada
Latin America
By Manufacturing Process:
Mechanical
Chemical
Biological
By Application:
Paper
Packaging
Pharmaceuticals
Paints and Coatings
Personal Care & Cosmetics
Others
By Country:
Brazil
Argentina
Mexico
Rest of Latin America
Europe
By Manufacturing Process:
Mechanical
Chemical
Biological
By Application:
Paper
Packaging
Pharmaceuticals
Paints and Coatings
Personal Care & Cosmetics
Others
By Country:
U.K.
Germany
France
Italy
Spain
Russia
Rest of Europe
Asia Pacific
By Manufacturing Process:
Mechanical
Chemical
Biological
By Application:
Paper
Packaging
Pharmaceuticals
Paints and Coatings
Personal Care & Cosmetics
Others
By Country:
China
India
Japan
South Korea
ASEAN
Australia
Rest of Asia Pacific
Middle East & Africa
By Manufacturing Process:
Mechanical
Chemical
Biological
By Application:
Paper
Packaging
Pharmaceuticals
Paints and Coatings
Personal Care & Cosmetics
Others
By Sub-region:
Middle East
Africa
Company Profiles
Borregaard Chemicals Company *
Company Overview
Product Portfolio
Financial Performance
Key Strategies
Recent Developments
Future Plans
Daicel Corporation
FiberLean Technologies Ltd
J. Rettenmaier & Söhne
Nippon Paper Industries Co., Ltd
Norske Skog ASA
Sappi Limited
Stora Enso Oyj
Weidmann Fiber Technology
Zelfo Technology GmbH
“*” marked represents similar segmentation in other categories in the respective section.