North America Cat Litter Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report By Product Type (Clumping, and Non-Clumping), By Raw Material (Clay, Silica, and Others), By Distribution Channel, By Country and Growth Forecast, 2024 - 2031
The North America Cat Litter Market would witness market growth of 3.9% CAGR during the forecast period (2024-2031). In the year 2020, the North America market's volume surged to 997.55 kilo tonnes, showcasing a growth of 18.6% (2020-2023).
Non-clumping cat litter is a traditional and widely used product in the cat litter market, known for its simplicity and affordability. Typically made from natural clay or silica gel crystals, non-clumping litter is designed to absorb moisture and control Odors without forming solid clumps. Thus, Canada market is expected to utilize 189.19 kilo tonnes of non-clumping cat litter by 2031.
The US market dominated the North America Cat Litter Market by Country in 2023, and would continue to be a dominant market till 2031; thereby, achieving a market value of $2,670.3 million by 2031. The Canada market is experiencing a CAGR of 6.2% during (2024 - 2031). Additionally, The Mexico market would showcase a CAGR of 5.3% during (2024 - 2031).
The appeal of cats as low-maintenance pets makes them a popular choice for city dwellers. Urban living conditions, often marked by limited space and busy lifestyles, are well-suited to the independent nature of cats, which require less constant attention than other pets like dogs. Another critical factor propelling the cat litter market is urbanization.
Moreover, the United Nations reported that 56% of the population lived in urban areas in 2020, projected to rise to 68% by 2050. This urbanization trend supports the growth of the cat population in cities, subsequently driving the demand for cat litter.
North American pet owners are known for spending significantly on their furry companions. The United States has experienced a significant increase in demand for cat litter driven by a combination of high pet ownership rates, the growing trend of pet humanization, and the strong e-commerce infrastructure. High pet ownership rates are a significant contributor, with approximately 46.5 million households owning a cat in 2023-2024, according to the American Pet Products Association (APPA).
Based on Product Type, the market is segmented into Clumping, and Non-Clumping. Based on Raw Material, the market is segmented into Clay, Silica, and Others. Based on Distribution Channel, the market is segmented into Hypermarkets & Supermarkets, Online Channels, and Specialty Pet Stores. Based on countries, the market is segmented into U.S., Mexico, Canada, and Rest of North America.
List of Key Companies Profiled
- Mars, Inc.
- Cat Litter Company BV
- The Clorox Company
- Pestell Pet Products
- Oil-Dri Corporation of America
- Nestle S.A.
- ZOLUX SAS
- Church & Dwight Co., Inc.
- Healthy Pet
- Dr. Elsey's
North America Cat Litter Market Report Segmentation
By Product Type (Volume, Kilo Tonnes, USD Billion, 2020-2031)
By Raw Material (Volume, Kilo Tonnes, USD Billion, 2020-2031)
By Distribution Channel (Volume, Kilo Tonnes, USD Billion, 2020-2031)
- Hypermarkets & Supermarkets
- Online Channels
- Specialty Pet Stores
By Country (Volume, Kilo Tonnes, USD Billion, 2020-2031)
- US
- Canada
- Mexico
- Rest of North America