U.S. Acids Market Size, Share & Trend Analysis Report By Type (Organic (Food and Beverages, Pharmaceuticals), Inorganic (Agriculture, Paint & Coatings), And Segment Forecasts, 2025 - 2030

U.S. Acids Market Growth & Trends

The U.S. acids market size is expected to reach USD 11.36 billion in 2030 and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 7.6% from 2025 to 2030. This growth is attributed to the rising product application scope in food and beverages. Growing utilization of the product in cattle feed to improve the milk production in the ruminants such as cow and sheep is another factor driving the market.

The market for inorganic acid is growing at a significant rate due to the rising consumption of fertilizers and agrochemicals in the agricultural industry. It is used in paper and pulp production for the generation of carbon dioxide, pH adjustments, and tall oil splitting. It is also used to make a protective layer over a metal workpiece such as silver, aluminum, tin, steel, and cadmium.

rganic acids are used in the agricultural system to improve soil, promote plant growth, and controls diseases. It is also used to enhance decomposition, increase soil humus formation, and release plant nutrients. In the personal care and cosmetic industry, it is used to adjust pH concentrations in products and remove dead cells. It is used in acne and anti-aging creams as it helps to reduce wrinkles, decrease blemishes, provide an even skin tone and a smooth skin texture. Its demand for food and beverages is expected to increase owing to its growing penetration in the meat, poultry, and seafood industries. This is expected to boost product demand over the forecast period.

The majority of the players operating in the development and advancement of acids are highly competitive, with the majority of the companies focusing on the development of new products with eco-friendly characteristics and catering to a broader application market. These factors are poised to reflect substantial growth of butyric, malic, and benzoic acids, among others in the market space.

U.S. Acids Market Report Highlights

• The growing consumption of processed and convenience foods has led to a higher requirement for food-grade acids such as citric and acetic acids for preservation and flavoring
• Fluctuations in the cost of key raw materials can affect production costs, thereby limiting profit margins
• The organic segment accounted for the largest revenue share of 69.9%, in 2024
• The inorganic type is anticipated to register the fastest CAGR of 7.8% over the forecast period
• As consumers and industries increasingly focus on eco-friendly solutions, manufacturers are exploring the potential of organic acids derived from renewable resources

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