The India biosurfactants market size reached USD 91.52 Million in 2024. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach USD 135.42 Million by 2033, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 4.45% during 2025-2033. The rising demand for eco-friendly and biodegradable surfactants, increasing industrial applications in detergents, cosmetics, and agriculture, and stringent environmental regulations are strengthening the market growth. Besides this, advancements in microbial fermentation, expanding research and development (R&D) investments, and a shift toward sustainable alternatives to synthetic surfactants in various industries are further contributing to the market expansion.
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Base Year
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2024 |
Forecast Years
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2025-2033
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Historical Years
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2019-2024
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Market Size in 2024 | USD 91.52 Million |
Market Forecast in 2033 | USD 135.42 Million |
Market Growth Rate 2025-2033 | 4.45% |
Rising Demand for Eco-Friendly and Biodegradable Surfactants
Growing environmental awareness and stringent regulations on synthetic surfactants are fueling the adoption of biosurfactants in India. Derived from microbial fermentation and plant-based sources, biosurfactants offer superior biodegradability and lower toxicity compared to conventional petroleum-based alternatives. Their rising demand is driven by the expanding personal care, detergent, and industrial cleaning sectors, with the market for biodegradable detergents alone projected to grow by 20% by 2025, spurred by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) guidelines promoting eco-friendly formulations. Multinational corporations like Unilever and Procter & Gamble are incorporating biosurfactants such as rhamnolipids and sophorolipids into their Indian product lines, particularly in cosmetics and household cleaners, to cater to the increasing consumer preference for natural and sustainable ingredients. Additionally, the Indian government’s push for green chemistry and circular economy initiatives is encouraging domestic manufacturers to scale up biosurfactant production. By 2025, local production capacity is expected to rise by 30%, reducing reliance on imports and lowering costs, further boosting the shift toward sustainable surfactants in the Indian market.
Growing Application in Agriculture and Bioremediation
The adoption of biosurfactants in India's agriculture and environmental cleanup sectors is surging as a sustainable alternative to synthetic agrochemicals. With nearly 70% of surface and groundwater contaminated, growing concerns over soil and water pollution are driving their use in pesticide formulations, soil remediation, and plant growth enhancement. Government initiatives like the National Mission on Sustainable Agriculture (NMSA) are actively promoting bio-based inputs such as biosurfactants to improve soil health and reduce chemical runoff. Additionally, biosurfactants are proving vital in bioremediation efforts, aiding in the degradation of oil spills, heavy metals, and industrial pollutants. The Indian oil and gas sector is increasingly leveraging biosurfactants for enhanced oil recovery (EOR) and wastewater treatment, with demand projected to grow by 15% by 2025. Companies like ONGC and Indian Oil Corporation are investing in biosurfactant-based solutions to comply with stricter pollution control regulations. As awareness of climate change and sustainable agriculture rises, biosurfactants are set to play a key role in India’s transition to greener industrial and agricultural practices, reducing environmental impact while enhancing productivity and resource efficiency.
IMARC Group provides an analysis of the key trends in each segment of the market, along with forecasts at the region/country level for 2025-2033. Our report has categorized the market based on type and application.
Type Insights:
The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the type. This includes glycolipids, alkyl polyglucosides, methyl ethyl sulfonates, sucrose esters, sorbitan esters, and others.
Application Insights:
A detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the application have also been provided in the report. This includes personal care, food processing, oil field chemicals, textiles, and others.
Regional Insights:
The report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of all the major regional markets, which include North India, South India, East India, and West India.
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Report Features | Details |
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Base Year of the Analysis | 2024 |
Historical Period | 2019-2024 |
Forecast Period | 2025-2033 |
Units | Million USD |
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Exploration of Historical Trends and Market Outlook, Industry Catalysts and Challenges, Segment-Wise Historical and Future Market Assessment:
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Types Covered | Glycolipids, Alkyl Polyglucosides, Methyl Ethyl Sulfonates, Sucrose Esters, Sorbitan Esters, Others |
Applications Covered | Personal Care, Food Processing, Oil Field Chemicals, Textiles, Others |
Regions Covered | North India, South India, East India, West India |
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