About Hydrophobic Agent
Hydrophobic agent is a surface protection material which is capable of increasing the angle of contact with water and concrete surface. The hydrophobic material is also called non polar materials. In this the contact angle less than 90 degrees indicates the hydrophilic interaction and angle greater than 90 degrees indicates hydrophobic interaction. Further, the hydrophobic agents are used in automotive industry, due its excellent water and dust repellence. In addition, it is applied to fabrics, metals, glass, textiles, and plastics.
Attributes | Details |
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Study Period | 2018-2030 |
Base Year | 2023 |
Unit | Value (USD Million) |
The companies are now exploring the market by adopting mergers & acquisitions, expansions, investments, new developments in existing products and collaborations as their preferred strategies. The players are also exploring new geographies and industries through expansions and acquisitions so as to avail a competitive advantage through combined synergies. Analyst at AMA Research estimates that Germany Vendors will contribute the maximum growth to Global Hydrophobic Agent market throughout the forecasted period. Established and emerging Vendors should take a closer view at their existing organizations and reinvent traditional business and operating models to adapt to the future.
BASF (Germany), Kao Chemicals (Japan), Sika Group (Switzerland), Evonik (Germany), Silcona GmbH & CO.KG (Germany), Rudolf Group (Germany), Protex (India), East Leading Chemical Co., Ltd. (Taiwan), Cytonix (United States) and Wacker (Germany) are some of the key players that are part of study coverage. Additionally, the Vendors which are also part of the research coverage are Elotex (Switzerland), Baerlocher (Germany) and Peter Greven (Germany).
Segmentation Overview
AMA Research has segmented the market of Global Hydrophobic Agent market by Type (Fluoro-Alkyl Silanes, Sodium Oleate, Stearate and Others), Application (Paints & Coatings, Adhesives, Inks and Others) and Region.
On the basis of geography, the market of Hydrophobic Agent has been segmented into South America (Brazil, Argentina, Rest of South America), Asia Pacific (China, Japan, India, South Korea, Taiwan, Australia, Rest of Asia-Pacific), Europe (Germany, France, Italy, United Kingdom, Netherlands, Rest of Europe), MEA (Middle East, Africa), North America (United States, Canada, Mexico). If we see Market by Sales channel, the sub-segment i.e. Direct will boost the Hydrophobic Agent market. Additionally, the rising demand from SMEs and various industry verticals gives enough cushion to market growth. If we see Market by End use industry, the sub-segment i.e. Automotive will boost the Hydrophobic Agent market. Additionally, the rising demand from SMEs and various industry verticals gives enough cushion to market growth.
Influencing Trend:
Increasing Usage of Hydrophobic Agents for Use in Protective and Performance Coatings
Market Growth Drivers:
Wide Range of Applications in End Use Industries and Benefits Such as Protection from Microbes, Fouling, and Corrosion to Surfaces
Challenges:
Stiff Competition among the Major Players
Restraints:
Stringent Government Regulations
Opportunities:
Increasing Urbanization is Fuelling the Market Growth
Market Leaders and their expansionary development strategies
In March 2022, BASF acquires a site for North American battery materials and recycling expansion in Canada new site will help to power North America’s transition to e-mobility and strengthen BASF’s position as a leading global cathode active materials (CAM) provider. Target footprint initially with CAM production followed by precursor cathode materials, recycling, and metals refining capacities.
In March 2022, BASF announced to launch open innovation platform AgroStart globally. To inspire new digital solutions for agriculture Call for start-ups, industry leaders, and BASF employees worldwide to co-create solutions for a more sustainable future of agriculture Launch in North America with future collaboration expansions in Europe and Asia Pacific Global roll-out benefits from successes in Latin America, where BASF has cooperated with 14 start-ups to develop digital agricultural solutions.
EPA issued a final rule in the Federal Register establishing an exemption from the requirement of a tolerance for a clarified hydrophobic extract of neem oil. This document is being issued to correct the reference made to the registration number for exemption by removing it.
Key Target Audience
Manufacturers, Raw material suppliers, Government associations, Research organizations and Others
About Approach
To evaluate and validate the market size various sources including primary and secondary analysis is utilized. AMA Research follows regulatory standards such as NAICS/SIC/ICB/TRCB, to have a better understanding of the market. The market study is conducted on basis of more than 200 companies dealing in the market regional as well as global areas with the purpose to understand the companies positioning regarding the market value, volume, and their market share for regional as well as global.
Further to bring relevance specific to any niche market we set and apply a number of criteria like Geographic Footprints, Regional Segments of Revenue, Operational Centres, etc. The next step is to finalize a team (In-House + Data Agencies) who then starts collecting C & D level executives and profiles, Industry experts, Opinion leaders, etc., and work towards appointment generation.
The primary research is performed by taking the interviews of executives of various companies dealing in the market as well as using the survey reports, research institute, and latest research reports. Meanwhile, the analyst team keeps preparing a set of questionnaires, and after getting the appointee list; the target audience is then tapped and segregated with various mediums and channels that are feasible for making connections that including email communication, telephonic, skype, LinkedIn Group & InMail, Community Forums, Community Forums, open Survey, SurveyMonkey, etc.