Europe Hydrofluoric Acid Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report By Grade, By Application (Fluorocarbon, Glass Etching, Oil Refining, Fluorinated Derivatives, Metal Pickling, and Others), By Country and Growth Forecast, 2023 - 2030

Europe Hydrofluoric Acid Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report By Grade, By Application (Fluorocarbon, Glass Etching, Oil Refining, Fluorinated Derivatives, Metal Pickling, and Others), By Country and Growth Forecast, 2023 - 2030

The Europe Hydrofluoric Acid Market would witness market growth of 5.4% CAGR during the forecast period (2023-2030). In the year 2020, the Europe market's volume surged to 437.7 Kilo Tonnes, showcasing a growth of 4.5% (2019-2022).

Anhydrous hydrofluoric acid is distinguished by its minimal water content, typically less than 1%, making it suitable for critical applications in semiconductor manufacturing, glass etching, metal pickling, and petroleum refining. In semiconductor fabrication, high-purity anhydrous hydrofluoric acid is indispensable for silicon wafer cleaning and etching processes, ensuring optimal device performance and yield. Therefore, the Russia market make use of 57.63 kilo tonnes Anhydrous hydrofluoric acid in 2022.

The Germany market dominated the Europe Hydrofluoric Acid Market by Country in 2022, and would continue to be a dominant market till 2030; thereby, achieving a market value of $169.4 Million by 2030. The UK market is exhibiting a CAGR of 4.5% during (2023 - 2030). Additionally, The France market would experience a CAGR of 6.1% during (2023 - 2030).

Trends and innovations in the hydrofluoric acid market are shaping the industry landscape and driving advancements in various applications. These trends and innovations reflect the evolving needs of industries, technological advancements, and regulatory developments. The hydrofluoric acid market has a growing emphasis on green chemistry and sustainability. Manufacturers are increasingly adopting eco-friendly production processes, reducing emissions, and minimizing waste generation. Green chemistry principles are being applied to synthesizing and purifying hydrofluoric acid, leading to the development of more sustainable and environmentally friendly manufacturing methods.

Manufacturers concentrate on product development and modification to satisfy the unique requirements of various industries and applications. Tailored formulations, concentrations, and purity levels are being developed to address the diverse requirements of customers in oil refining, petrochemicals, electronics, metal surface treatment, and other sectors. Customized solutions offer enhanced performance, reliability, and cost-effectiveness, driving the adoption of specialized applications.

The expansion of the automotive industry in Italy has led to integrating the HF supply chain within the country. This includes the production of HF and related chemicals domestically to support automotive manufacturing processes. Manufacturers produce automotive components and parts such as engine components, chassis, and body panels in the UK. HF cleans and etches metal surfaces to improve adhesion, corrosion resistance, and surface finish. Hence, the expansion of the region’s automotive industry is propelling the market’s growth.

Based on Grade, the market is segmented into Anhydrous and Diluted. Based on Application, the market is segmented into Fluorocarbon, Glass Etching, Oil Refining, Fluorinated Derivatives, Metal Pickling, and Others. Based on countries, the market is segmented into Germany, UK, France, Russia, Spain, Italy, and Rest of Europe.

List of Key Companies Profiled

• Dongyue Group Limited
• Daikin Industries Ltd.
• Honeywell International, Inc.
• Lanxess AG
• Solvay SA
• Sinochem Holdings Corporation Ltd. (SASAC)
• Fluorchemie Dohna GmbH
• Stella Chemifa Corporation
• Yingpeng Chemical Co., Ltd.
• Orbia Advance Corporation S.A.B. de CV

Europe Hydrofluoric Acid Market Report Segmentation

By Grade (Volume, Kilo Tonnes, USD Billion, 2019-2030)

• Anhydrous
• Diluted

By Application (Volume, Kilo Tonnes, USD Billion, 2019-2030)

• Fluorocarbon
• Glass Etching
• Oil Refining
• Fluorinated Derivatives
• Metal Pickling
• Others

By Country (Volume, Kilo Tonnes, USD Billion, 2019-2030)

• Germany
• UK
• France
• Russia
• Spain
• Italy
• Rest of Europe