Insight by Abdul Wasay, Chief Operating Officer at The Business Research Company In response to fluctuating tariffs and geopolitical trade developments, the Cellulose Derivatives Market Outlook 2025 analyses how businesses are adapting through supply chain diversification and strategic sourcing.
The market size for cellulose derivatives has been experiencing solid growth recently. The market size is anticipated to rise from $6.31 billion in 2024 to $6.73 billion in 2025, exhibiting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.6%.
The cellulose derivatives market is forecasted to reach a size of $8.81 billion by 2029, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.0%.
Download the Free Sample Now:The key Drivers in the cellulose derivatives market are:
• Rising demand for pharmaceuticals and personal care products
• Increasing health awareness among consumers
• Aging population needing more healthcare products
• Advancements in medical and cosmetic technologies
The cellulose derivativesmarket covered in this report is segmented –
1) By Type: Methyl Cellulose, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose (HPMC), Hydroxypropyl Cellulose (HPC), Carboxymethyl Cellulose, Hydroxyethyl Cellulose (HEC), Ethyl Cellulose, Other Types
2) By Grade: Industrial Grade, Food Grade, Pharmaceutical Grade
3) By End Users: Food Industry, Pharmaceutical Industry, Personal Care, Construction, Paint Industry, Other End Users
The key trends in the cellulose derivatives market are:
• There is an increased focus on innovation and sustainability in the cellulose derivatives market.
• The development and use of cellulose thickeners is becoming a noticeable trend in different industries.
• Products with improved functionality and environmental benefits are highly sought after.
• There is a growing shift towards low-volatile organic compound alternatives in certain applications like paints.
The key players in the cellulose derivatives market are:
• The Dow Chemical Company
• Shin-Etsu Chemical Co. Ltd.
• Akzo Nobel N.V.
• Eastman Chemical Company
• Celanese Corporation
• Nippon Paper Industries Co. Ltd.
• Sappi Limited
• Nouryon
• SNF Group
• Daicel Corporation
• Ashland Global Holdings Inc.
• Rayonier Advanced Materials Inc.
• LOTTE Fine Chemical Co. Ltd.
• Viscofan
• CP Kelco ApS
• Lamberti SpA
• Yueyang Xingchang Petrochemical Co Ltd
• DKS Co Ltd
• Shandong Head Co Ltd
• J RETTENMAIER & SÖHNE GmbH + Co KG
• Reliance Cellulose Products Ltd
• SE Tylose GmbH & Co KG
• Hangzhou Dayangchem Co Ltd
Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the cellulose derivatives market in 2024 and is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period