The cellulosic fire protection intumescent coating market size has displayed a robust growth profile.
• The market size grew from $0.61 billion in 2024 to $0.64 billion in 2025, a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.3%.
Factors such as tighter building safety regulations, the expansion of the construction industry, an increase in fire incidents, rapid urbanization, the rise in high-rise building projects, and infrastructure development have all contributed to the substantial growth in the historic period.
The market for cellulosic fire protection intumescent coating is poised for a significant increase over the forecast period.
• By 2029, the market size is projected to reach $0.84 billion, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.0%.
Key factors driving the anticipated growth include energy efficiency, infrastructure resilience, the emergence of smart buildings, the adaptation of innovative construction materials, and an increase in industrial applications. Advancements in coating technology, technological breakthroughs, advanced intumescent technologies, smart fire safety systems, along with the integration of fire-resistant materials in building designs are dual factors contributing to the positive market trend.
Increased urbanization and the subsequent growth of the building & construction industry are primary factors set to propel the cellulosic fire protection intumescent coatings market. These coatings, providing fire safety, temperature, and corrosion resistance, are increasingly used in both residential and commercial structures. To give an instance, the residential building construction market, valued at $3489.4 billion in 2020, is expected to rise to $5193.7 billion by 2025. Therefore, the upward trend in both residential and non-residential building constructions worldwide likely augments the demand for cellulosic fire protection intumescent coatings in the near future.
The cellulosic fire protection intumescent coating market is segmented on various parameters:
1) By Type: Solvent-borne, Water-borne
2) By Application: Residential, Commercial
3) By End Use Industry: Construction, Automotive, Oil and Gas, Other End Use Industries
In the cellulosic fire protection intumescent coatings market, the introduction of advanced products stands out as a crucial trend. Industry players are investing in the development of coatings that require fewer applications yet provide enhanced safety. A case in point is Jotun, a Norway-based chemicals company, which launched SteelMaster 1200HPE in April 2022. This high-performance epoxy intumescent coating gives protection from cellulosic fires for up to 120 minutes to various infrastructure buildings and greatly aids in speeding up construction phases.
Key players in the market include:
• AkzoNobel N.V
• The Sherwin-Williams Company
• PPG Industries Inc.
• Jotun AS
• Hempel A/S
• Contego International Inc.
• No-Burn Inc.
• Nullifire Ltd.
• Carboline Company
These major players in the cellulosic fire protection intumescent coating market have significantly contributed to the competitive landscape, driving innovation and market development.
In 2024, North America was the largest region in the cellulosic fire protection intumescent coating market. However, the Asia-Pacific region is expected to witness the fastest growth during the forecast period. The market report covers a variety of regions, including Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, and Africa.