Global p-Hydroxybenzoic Acid (PHBA) Market 2025 by Manufacturers, Regions, Type and Application, Forecast to 2031

According to our (Global Info Research) latest study, the global p-Hydroxybenzoic Acid (PHBA) market size was valued at US$ 91.6 million in 2024 and is forecast to a readjusted size of USD 108 million by 2031 with a CAGR of 2.4% during review period.

p-Hydroxybenzoic Acid (PHBA), also called 4-hydroxybenzoic acid, is white powdery crystal. It is widely used in the production of preservative for cosmetic and pharmaceuticals. Also, it is the raw materials of liquid crystal polymer.

Global key players of p-hydroxybenzoic acid (PHBA) include Zhejiang Shengxiao, Ueno Fine Chemicals, 3E NEW MATERIAL, San Fu Chemical, Leuna Carboxylation Plant, etc. Global top five manufacturers hold a share over 90%. China is the largest producer of p-hydroxybenzoic acid (PHBA), holds a share over 70%, followed by Japan. In terms of product, industrial grade is the largest segment, with a share over 54%. And in terms of application, the largest application is cosmetics, with a share over 40%, followed by liquid crystal polymer.

This report is a detailed and comprehensive analysis for global p-Hydroxybenzoic Acid (PHBA) market. Both quantitative and qualitative analyses are presented by manufacturers, by region & country, by Type and by Application. As the market is constantly changing, this report explores the competition, supply and demand trends, as well as key factors that contribute to its changing demands across many markets. Company profiles and product examples of selected competitors, along with market share estimates of some of the selected leaders for the year 2025, are provided.

Key Features:

Global p-Hydroxybenzoic Acid (PHBA) market size and forecasts, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (Tons), and average selling prices (US$/Ton), 2020-2031

Global p-Hydroxybenzoic Acid (PHBA) market size and forecasts by region and country, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (Tons), and average selling prices (US$/Ton), 2020-2031

Global p-Hydroxybenzoic Acid (PHBA) market size and forecasts, by Type and by Application, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (Tons), and average selling prices (US$/Ton), 2020-2031

Global p-Hydroxybenzoic Acid (PHBA) market shares of main players, shipments in revenue ($ Million), sales quantity (Tons), and ASP (US$/Ton), 2020-2025

The Primary Objectives in This Report Are:

To determine the size of the total market opportunity of global and key countries

To assess the growth potential for p-Hydroxybenzoic Acid (PHBA)

To forecast future growth in each product and end-use market

To assess competitive factors affecting the marketplace

This report profiles key players in the global p-Hydroxybenzoic Acid (PHBA) market based on the following parameters - company overview, sales quantity, revenue, price, gross margin, product portfolio, geographical presence, and key developments. Key companies covered as a part of this study include Zhejiang Shengxiao, Ueno Fine Chemicals, 3E NEW MATERIAL, San Fu Chemical, Leuna Carboxylation Plant, Alta Laboratories, etc.

This report also provides key insights about market drivers, restraints, opportunities, new product launches or approvals.

Market Segmentation

p-Hydroxybenzoic Acid (PHBA) market is split by Type and by Application. For the period 2020-2031, the growth among segments provides accurate calculations and forecasts for consumption value by Type, and by Application in terms of volume and value. This analysis can help you expand your business by targeting qualified niche markets.

Market segment by Type
Industrial Grade PHBA
Polymer Grade PHBA

Market segment by Application
Cosmetics
Pharmaceutical
Liquid Crystal Polymer
Others

Major players covered
Zhejiang Shengxiao
Ueno Fine Chemicals
3E NEW MATERIAL
San Fu Chemical
Leuna Carboxylation Plant
Alta Laboratories

Market segment by region, regional analysis covers

North America (United States, Canada, and Mexico)

Europe (Germany, France, United Kingdom, Russia, Italy, and Rest of Europe)

Asia-Pacific (China, Japan, Korea, India, Southeast Asia, and Australia)

South America (Brazil, Argentina, Colombia, and Rest of South America)

Middle East & Africa (Saudi Arabia, UAE, Egypt, South Africa, and Rest of Middle East & Africa)

The content of the study subjects, includes a total of 15 chapters:

Chapter 1, to describe p-Hydroxybenzoic Acid (PHBA) product scope, market overview, market estimation caveats and base year.

Chapter 2, to profile the top manufacturers of p-Hydroxybenzoic Acid (PHBA), with price, sales quantity, revenue, and global market share of p-Hydroxybenzoic Acid (PHBA) from 2020 to 2025.

Chapter 3, the p-Hydroxybenzoic Acid (PHBA) competitive situation, sales quantity, revenue, and global market share of top manufacturers are analyzed emphatically by landscape contrast.

Chapter 4, the p-Hydroxybenzoic Acid (PHBA) breakdown data are shown at the regional level, to show the sales quantity, consumption value, and growth by regions, from 2020 to 2031.

Chapter 5 and 6, to segment the sales by Type and by Application, with sales market share and growth rate by Type, by Application, from 2020 to 2031.

Chapter 7, 8, 9, 10 and 11, to break the sales data at the country level, with sales quantity, consumption value, and market share for key countries in the world, from 2020 to 2025.and p-Hydroxybenzoic Acid (PHBA) market forecast, by regions, by Type, and by Application, with sales and revenue, from 2026 to 2031.

Chapter 12, market dynamics, drivers, restraints, trends, and Porters Five Forces analysis.

Chapter 13, the key raw materials and key suppliers, and industry chain of p-Hydroxybenzoic Acid (PHBA).

Chapter 14 and 15, to describe p-Hydroxybenzoic Acid (PHBA) sales channel, distributors, customers, research findings and conclusion.