The global sodium lauryl ether sulphate (SLES) market is anticipated to expand at a CAGR of 6.5% during the forecast period of 2023 to 2030. One of the most important reasons that will have a favourable impact on the expansion of the sodium lauryl ether sulphate market is the growing consciousness among consumers regarding the importance of personal hygiene and cleanliness. Increasing consumer awareness on the importance of maintaining personal cleanliness and hygiene; increasing commercialization of personal care goods like soaps, shampoos, body cleansers, and face washes. There are a number of significant aspects that are anticipated to enhance market demand, one of which is the health benefits associated with residential and institutional cleanliness.
An anionic detergent and surfactant known as sodium lauryl ether sulphate (SLES for short) is included in a wide variety of personal care products, including but not limited to soaps, shampoos, toothpaste, and other similar products. In the manufacturing of soaps and detergents, the surfactant known as sodium lauryl ether sulphate (SLES) is by far the most frequent ingredient utilized. The compound's combination of favourable price and performance characteristics ensures that it will continue to be the material of choice for domestic manufacturers of finished goods. The increasing use of sodium lauryl ether sulphate (SLES) in a variety of end-use sectors can be attributed to the chemical's desirable features, which include high biodegradability, favourable hard water resistance, and good solubility. Because it causes less irritation to the skin and is easier to compact, SLES finds its way into a variety of consumer items, including shampoos and dishwashing detergents. In spite of this, it is anticipated that an increase in the availability of bio-based chemicals would act as a barrier for entry into the global sodium lauryl ether sulphate (SLES) market in the coming years. For this reason, businesses have started putting more of their research and development efforts into creating SLES surfactants that are better for the environment and made from bio-based materials.
Increase in Demand for Liquid Detergents Augmenting Global Sodium Lauryl Ether Sulfate (SLES) Market
Liquid detergents are gaining popularity due to their outstanding cleaning properties, ease of application, and cost efficiency. Rise 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. Sodium lauryl ether sulfate (SLES) is used extensively in liquid detergents such as dishwashing detergents, shampoos, bubble bath liquids, and hand washing products. Excellent detergency and compatibility with all other types of surfactants make SLES one of the most preferred primary surfactants for liquid detergents. Thus, growth in the liquid detergent market is anticipated to fuel the demand for SLES during the forecast period.
Adverse Effects of SLES Continue to Hinder the Market Growth
By developing alternatives that are derived from plants, businesses have the opportunity to attract a substantial portion of the market. Despite the fact that sodium lauryl ether sulphate continues to have a wide range of applications, producers continue to face challenges brought on by the chemical's adverse effects on human beings. Because of this, the incorporation of a bio-based technology to generate sodium lauryl ether sulphate, which reduces the harmful effects of these products, has become the primary focus of attention. Companies' primary objective in establishing new research and development centres is to meet the ever-evolving demands of their target markets by developing innovative new products. Despite the fact that sodium lauryl ether sulphate is both inexpensive and readily available, as well as having excellent foaming properties, industry growth is being driven by certain factors, which are expected to prevent the market from expanding further.
Raising Awareness about Cleanliness and Hygiene
Campaigns of various kinds are being run by governments in a variety of nations all over the world to raise awareness about the importance of cleanliness and hygiene in an effort to lower the prevalence of chronic diseases. There has been an increase in the demand for sodium lauryl ether sulphate (SLES), which is typically utilised in a wide variety of products including agrochemicals, personal care products, antimicrobials, and medical chemicals. This is as a direct result of increased hygiene and cleanliness standards. The desire for sulfate-free surfactants as an alternative to traditional surfactants is growing. This is due to the fact that sulfate-free surfactants are safe, natural, and kind to the environment, in addition to having an improved capacity to generate viscosity by foaming and thickening. In addition, the utilisation of surfactants that do not contain sulphates is gaining popularity all over the world as a result of the increasing enforcement of stringent environmental legislation and the growing concern surrounding the toxicity of SLES. Because of this, SLES manufacturers are switching to using sulfate-free surfactants and coconut oil in their products. One of the primary trends that is expected to gain traction over the course of the forecast period and fuel the expansion of the market is the rising demand for sulphate-free surfactants, which has been regarded as one of the main trends. In the coming years, the global sodium lauryl ether sulphate or sodium laureth sulphate (SLES) market will be significantly impacted by growing awareness about the importance of maintaining proper personal hygiene in addition to massive investments in the commercial activities associated with the production of personal care products. SLES is an anionic surfactant that is also used as a foaming agent. It is frequently found in goods like shampoos, soaps, body washes, toothpastes, and a variety of other personal care items that are used on a daily basis. In addition, the ongoing research, development, and commercialization of novel personal care products to fulfil the unique requirements of individual customers will contribute to the expansion of the global market for SLES in the coming years.
The global personal care market is likely to grow at a CAGR of 5.8% during the forecast period. Increase in awareness about personal hygiene, rise in disposable income, economic development in emerging economies, and improvement in standard of living in several developing regions are some of the key factors projected to drive the demand for personal care products in the next few years. Growth of e-commerce and increase in youth population have significantly boosted the demand for modern personal care products among end-users. The personal care products market in India, Africa, and the Middle East is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of 8%, 3.5%, and 4.3%, respectively, during the forecast period.
Traces of Carcinogenic Chemical to Hinder the Market Growth
In the coming years, the expansion of the global market for SLES may be hampered by the presence of harmful side effects as well as a rising trend toward the product's substitution with organic and biobased chemicals. Growing health concerns regarding SLES-based personal care products due to traces of a carcinogenic chemical, 1,4-dioxane, in the by-products during the product synthesis have encouraged manufacturers to find safer organic substitutes derived from natural sources such as palm oils, coconut, argan oil, and other similar oils. These concerns have been brought about by the presence of 1,4-dioxane in the by-products of the product synthesis. It is possible that the SLES market will experience unfavourable effects in the foreseeable future as a result of the trend toward the consumption of these products, particularly in the developed nations.
Detergents and Cleaners to Dominate the Application Market
The detergents and cleaner’s application segment of the global SLES market is expected to dominate throughout the forecast spell due to the superior foaming and stain removal properties in both hard and soft water. In 2021 personal care products like body and face cleansers, shampoos, soaps, and toothpastes will account for more than 25% of the overall SLES market share while growing at a CAGR of more than 6.5%. Though the market may face competition from organic substitutes in the developing countries, growing acceptance of the product in the developing economies will propel the market growth.
APAC Remained as the Global Leader
As a result of rising concerns regarding personal, residential, and institutional hygiene in developing nations like China and India, the SLES market in Asia Pacific accounted for over 35% of the total SLES market share in 2021. During the period covered by the forecast, the local market is expected to expand at a CAGR of more than 5%. Europe SLES market will witness a decent growth in the next 8 years owing to the enhanced living standards of the Western Europe population. Expansion of end-use industries such as the laundry detergents and cosmetics in the region can be ascribed to the rise in the population and increase in the disposable income, primarily in the developing economies of China, India, and Indonesia. Additionally, growth in the awareness about personal hygiene is fuelling the demand for efficient personal care products. This, in turn, is positively impacting the demand for sodium lauryl ether sulfate in Asia Pacific. North America and Europe also held key shares of the global SLES Market in 2021.
Extensive Application of Dry Sodium Lauryl Ether Sulfate (SLES) in Personal Care Industry Led to Its Dominance
In terms of form, the global sodium lauryl ether sulfate (SLES) market has been classified into dry and liquid. The dry segment held a major share of the global sodium lauryl ether sulfate (SLES) market in 2021. It is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of 4.5% during the forecast period. Dry SLES is primarily used in developing countries 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 such as toothpaste, liquid soaps, hair shampoos, creams & lotions, foam baths, and toilet bars. Thus, rise in demand for dry SLES is expected to increase the global sodium lauryl ether sulfate (SLES) market share during the forecast period.
APAC Remains as the Global Leader
Asia Pacific dominated the global sodium lauryl ether sulfate (SLES) market with approximately 31.0% share in 2021. Rise in disposable income in emerging economies such as China and India have 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 for SLES in Asia Pacific. North America and Europe are attractive regions of the global sodium lauryl ether sulfate (SLES) market due to the presence of established personal care and detergent industries. However, rise in the trend of using sulfate-free personal care products in developed countries such as the U.S, Germany, and France is likely to hamper the sodium lauryl ether sulfate (SLES) market in these regions during the forecast period.
Product Strategies Remains as the Primary Strategy
Due to the presence of a large number of multinational conglomerates in the SLES market, the competitive landscape is highly fragmented. Some of these multinational conglomerates include BASF SE, Evonik Industries, Huntsman Corporation, The Dow Chemical Company, Clariant Corporation, Croda International, and Solvay SA. Other notable manufacturers include Kao Corporation, Stepan Company, Godrej Industries, Galaxy Surfactants, Ultra Group, Zhejiang Zanyu Technology, Ho Tung Chemical, and Taiwan NJC Corporation. The manufacturers of personal care goods are revising their product lines in order to appeal to consumers who are now living in the baby boomer generation as well as millennials who will soon be moving into the area. The customer preference for natural and plant-based ingredients in cosmetic products continues to be the focus point despite the vast applicability it has in the beauty and cosmetics business. In an effort to build a product profile that focuses on the substantial emission reduction, key players in the Sodium Lauryl Ether Sulfate (SLES) Market are positioning plant-based SLES as a petrochemical-free and preservative-free SLES. This positioning is part of an effort to build the market for SLES.
Historical & Forecast Period
This study report represents analysis of each segment from 2022 to 2032 considering 2023 as the base year. Compounded Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) for each of the respective segments estimated for the forecast period of 2024 to 2032.
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Research Methodology
The complete research study was conducted in three phases, namely: secondary research, primary research, and expert panel review. key data point that enables the estimation of Sodium Lauryl Ether Sulphate (SLES) market are as follows:
Market forecast was performed through proprietary software that analyzes various qualitative and quantitative factors. Growth rate and CAGR were estimated through intensive secondary and primary research. Data triangulation across various data points provides accuracy across various analyzed market segments in the report. Application of both top down and bottom-up approach for validation of market estimation assures logical, methodical and mathematical consistency of the quantitative data.
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