Sodium Lauryl Ether Sulfate [SLES] Market Forecasts to 2028 – Global Analysis By Form (Dry, Liquid and Other Forms), Application (Lubricants, Dyeing Agent, Foaming Agent, Cleansing Agent and Other Applications), End User (Cosmetics & Personal Care, Home &

Sodium Lauryl Ether Sulfate [SLES] Market Forecasts to 2028 – Global Analysis By Form (Dry, Liquid and Other Forms), Application (Lubricants, Dyeing Agent, Foaming Agent, Cleansing Agent and Other Applications), End User (Cosmetics & Personal Care, Home & Industrial Cleaning, Printing & Dyeing, Petroleum & Leather, Food & Beverages and Other End Users), and By Geography

According to Stratistics MRC, the Global Sodium Lauryl Ether Sulfate (SLES) Market is accounted for $1.42 billion in 2022 and is expected to reach $2.01 billion by 2028 growing at a CAGR of 5.9% during the forecast period. Sodium lauryl ether sulfate (SLES) is used as a cleansing agent for different products. It is a yellowish-white paste that works as an anionic surfactant in various personal care products such as soaps and cosmetics. Sodium lauryl ether sulfate liquid is derived from natural sources such as coconut oil and palm kernel oil. SLES lowers the surface tension between ingredients of a product. This unique property makes it an ideal foaming and cleansing agent.

According to certain globally recognized organizations, prolonged exposure to these chemicals may cause the skin and eye irritation.

Market Dynamics:

Driver:

Rise in demand for liquid detergents

Liquid detergents are gaining popularity due to their outstanding cleaning properties, ease of application, and cost efficiency. Increase in population and considerable increase in disposable income, primarily in emerging economies have augmented the demand for efficient detergents. This, in turn, has resulted in a significant rise in sales of liquid detergents. Increase in popularity of laundry services in developing countries along with rapid urbanization has also positively impacted the market demand for liquid detergents. Thus, growth in the liquid detergent is anticipated to fuel the demand for the market during the forecast period.

Restraint:

Health risks

Health risks associated with the sodium lauryl ether sulfate and substitution by bio-based products are expected to hamper the market growth to some extent. One such factor is the harmful effects of the sodium lauryl ether sulfate on humans. Health risks related to the sodium lauryl ether sulfate might lead to the substitution of the product by bio-based or organic ingredients in developed nations. Therefore, these factors are hindering the growth of the market.

Opportunity:

Rise in awareness about personal hygiene

Sodium lauryl ether sulfate (SLES) is used in a wide range of applications in personal care products owing to its chemical stability and mildness on skin compared to other anionic surfactants. Rise in demand for sodium lauryl ether sulfate for hair care products is creating lucrative opportunities for manufacturers. Several international agencies, with the support of local governments, are promoting hygiene awareness programs in developing countries. Increase in awareness about personal hygiene is the factor driving the growth of the market.

Threat:

Rise in availability of bio-based chemicals

Although the sodium lauryl ether sulfate applicability remains robust, manufacturers continue to battle hindrance on account of its side effects on humans. This has centered focus on the incorporating a bio-based method to produce the sodium lauryl ether sulfate that lowers the toxicity of these products. Though, the economical and easy availability, and good foaming attributes of the sodium lauryl ether sulfate push industry growth, certain factors are likely to impede the market expansion.

Covid-19 Impact

The coronavirus impact was unprecedented on the sodium lauryl ether sulfate [SLES] market. As a result of the epidemic, every economy worldwide implemented various lockdown protocols and restrictions that affected all industries, including sodium lauryl ether sulfate [SLES]. Specifically, these lockdowns resulted in - operation shut-offs, supply chain issues, manufacturing shut-offs, reduction in raw material availability, distribution prevention, import-export hindrance, the closing of retail stores, and more. All of which concluded in a demand decrease for end products, thus sluggish the market growth.

The dry segment is expected to be the largest during the forecast period

The dry segment is anticipated to witness the fastest CAGR growth during the forecast period, due to its ease of production and wide range of applications in inexpensive detergents and personal care products. The dry segment includes granular, powder, and paste forms. Dry sodium lauryl ether sulfate, which is in the paste form, is used in personal care applications. Thus, rise in demand for the segment is expected to increase the market share during the forecast period.

The cosmetics & personal care segment is expected to have the highest CAGR during the forecast period

The cosmetics & personal care segment is estimated to have a lucrative growth, due to growing focus on technological developments and the development of the new products. The use of sodium lauryl ether sulfate in personal care products has increased noticeably owing to its tenderness on the skin and its chemical stability as related to other surfactants. Increasing consumer awareness of hygiene and personal cleanliness are the factors driving the segment growth.

Region with highest share:

Asia Pacific is projected to hold the largest market share during the forecast period owing to rise in disposable income in emerging economies has led to an improvement in the lifestyle of the people. This is driving the demand for detergents and cleaners, and personal care products in the region. Growth in end-use industries and increase in penetration of washing machines are projected to augment the demand the region.

Region with highest CAGR:

North America is projected to have the highest CAGR over the forecast period, owing to the presence of established personal care and detergent industries. Additionally, growth in the awareness about personal hygiene is fueling the demand for efficient personal care products. Rising application in household and laundry detergents, industrial and institutional cleaners are the factors boosting the growth of the region.

Key players in the market

Some of the key players profiled in the Sodium Lauryl Ether Sulfate [SLES] Market include Stepan Company, Huntsman International LLC, Croda International Plc, Solvay, Galaxy Surfactants Limited, Godrej Industries Ltd., BASF SE, Kao Corporation, Taiwan NJC CORPORATION., Ltd., Oxiteno, Quimicos del Cauca S.A.S., Nouryon, Clariant, Evonik Industries AG and DowDuPont, Inc.

Key Developments:

In June 2022, Solvay, a leading supplier of cosmetic ingredients, introduced Mirasoft SL L60 and Mirasoft SL A60, two new high-performance biosurfactants that enable the development of sustainable beauty care products.

In January 2020, Huntsman Corporation announced that it had completed the sale of its chemical intermediates businesses, which include PO/MTBE, and its surfactants businesses to Indorama Ventures.

Forms Covered:
• Dry
• Liquid
• Other Forms

Applications Covered:
• Lubricants
• Dyeing Agent
• Foaming Agent
• Cleansing Agent
• Other Applications

End Users Covered:
• Cosmetics & Personal Care
• Home & Industrial Cleaning
• Printing & Dyeing
• Petroleum & Leather
• Food & Beverages
• Other End Users

Regions Covered:
• North America
US
Canada
Mexico
• Europe
Germany
UK
Italy
France
Spain
Rest of Europe
• Asia Pacific
Japan
China
India
Australia
New Zealand
South Korea
Rest of Asia Pacific
• South America
Argentina
Brazil
Chile
Rest of South America
• Middle East & Africa
Saudi Arabia
UAE
Qatar
South Africa
Rest of Middle East & Africa

What our report offers:
- Market share assessments for the regional and country-level segments
- Strategic recommendations for the new entrants
- Covers Market data for the years 2020, 2021, 2022, 2025, and 2028
- Market Trends (Drivers, Constraints, Opportunities, Threats, Challenges, Investment Opportunities, and recommendations)
- Strategic recommendations in key business segments based on the market estimations
- Competitive landscaping mapping the key common trends
- Company profiling with detailed strategies, financials, and recent developments
- Supply chain trends mapping the latest technological advancements