Market Overview:
The global thioglycolate market size reached US$ 112.5 Million in 2023. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach US$ 148.4 Million by 2032, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 3.13% during 2024-2032. The wide product utilization in the cosmetic industry, expanding disposable income level, and growing demand for crude oil, represent some of the key factors driving the market.
Report Attribute
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Key Statistics
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Base Year
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2023 |
Forecast Years
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2024-2032
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Historical Years
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2018-2023
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Market Size in 2023 |
US$ 112.5 Million |
Market Forecast in 2032 |
US$ 148.4 Million |
Market Growth Rate (2024-2032) |
3.13% |
Thioglycolate refers to a sulfur-containing organic compound that is a clear, colorless and highly soluble liquid in water with a strong, unpleasant odor. It contains a thiol group (-SH) and a carboxylic acid group (-COOH) in its molecular structure, and it is widely used in various industrial applications, including cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and microbiology. Thioglycolate has the ability to break down protein structures, which makes it useful in hair removal products in the cosmetics industry. It is also used as a reducing agent and stabilizer in the production of certain drugs, such as penicillin and cephalosporins, in the pharmaceutical industry. Additionally, it is used in the microbiology industry as a reducing agent and oxygen scavenger to create anaerobic conditions for the growth and cultivation of anaerobic bacteria. Despite its usefulness, thioglycolate can be hazardous if not handled properly and can cause skin and eye irritation, as well as respiratory issues, if inhaled.
Thioglycolate Market Trends:
One of the primary factors driving the market is the widespread product utilization in the cosmetics and personal care industry for hair removal products. Additionally, the rising disposable incomes and growing consumer awareness about personal hygiene are expected to fuel the demand for personal care products, which, in turn, will impel the growth of the thioglycolate industry. Other than this, the increasing need for enhanced oil recovery (EOR) techniques, especially in mature oil fields, is creating a positive market outlook as thioglycolate is used as a scavenger in EOR techniques to remove oxygen from the injection water, which reduces the corrosive effects of oxygen on the metal equipment and pipes. Besides this, the growing demand for crude oil and the need to maximize the output of existing oil fields is positively influencing the market growth. Furthermore, as thioglycolate is used as a reducing agent in the textile industry to achieve the desired color shades in the dyeing process, there has been increasing demand for textiles and the growing trend of eco-friendly and sustainable fabrics, which are expected to boost the product demand in the textile industry. Moreover, the expanding chemical industry, especially in emerging economies, is accelerating product sales as thioglycolate is utilized in the production of various chemicals, such as rubber, plastic, and dye intermediates, which are essential for different end-use industries.
Key Market Segmentation:
IMARC Group provides an analysis of the key trends in each segment of the global thioglycolate market report, along with forecasts at the global, regional, and country levels for 2024-2032. Our report has categorized the market based on the product type, grade, and end user.
Product Type Insights:
- Ammonium Thioglycolate
- Calcium Thioglycolate
- Sodium Thioglycolate
- Butyl Thioglycolate
- Potassium Thioglycolate
The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the thioglycolate market based on the product type. This includes ammonium thioglycolate, calcium thioglycolate, sodium thioglycolate, butyl thioglycolate, and potassium thioglycolate. According to the report, ammonium thioglycolate represented the largest segment.
Grade Insights:
- Low Purity Grade
- Technical Grade
- High Purity Grade
A detailed breakup and analysis of the thioglycolate market based on the grade has also been provided in the report. This includes low purity grade, technical grade, and high purity grade.
End User Insights:
- Hair Care and Cosmetic Product
- Chemical Intermediate
- Pharmaceuticals
- Others
The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the thioglycolate market based on the end user. This includes hair care and cosmetic product, chemical intermediate, pharmaceuticals, and others. According to the report, hair care and cosmetic product represented the largest segment.
Regional Insights:
- North America
- Europe
- Germany
- France
- United Kingdom
- Italy
- Spain
- Others
- Asia Pacific
- China
- Japan
- India
- South Korea
- Australia
- Indonesia
- Others
- Latin America
- Middle East and Africa
The report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of all the major regional markets, which include North America (the United States and Canada); Europe (Germany, France, the United Kingdom, Italy, Spain, and others); Asia Pacific (China, Japan, India, South Korea, Australia, Indonesia, and others); Latin America (Brazil, Mexico, and others); and the Middle East and Africa. According to the report, North America was the largest market for thioglycolate. Some of the factors driving the North America thioglycolate market included growth of the cosmetics industry, the increasing product utilization in the oil and gas sector, and the rise in demand for hair removal products.
Competitive Landscape:
The report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of the competitive landscape in the global thioglycolate market. Competitive analysis such as market structure, market share by key players, player positioning, top winning strategies, competitive dashboard, and company evaluation quadrant has been covered in the report. Also, detailed profiles of all major companies have been provided. Some of the companies covered include Alpha Chemika, AN PharmaTech Co. Ltd., Arkema S.A., Bruno Bosk GmbH, Haihang Industry Co. Ltd., Kumar Organic Products Limited, Merck KGaA, Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc., Tokyo Chemical Industry Co. Ltd., etc. Kindly note that this only represents a partial list of companies, and the complete list has been provided in the report.
Thioglycolate Market Report Scope:
Report Features |
Details |
Base Year of the Analysis |
2023 |
Historical Period |
2018-2023 |
Forecast Period |
2024-2032 |
Units |
US$ Million |
Scope of the Report |
Exploration of Historical and Forecast Trends, Industry Catalysts and Challenges, Segment-Wise Historical and Predictive Market Assessment:
- Product Type
- Grade
- End User
- Region
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Product Types Covered |
Ammonium Thioglycolate, Calcium Thioglycolate, Sodium Thioglycolate, Butyl Thioglycolate, Potassium Thioglycolate |
Grades Covered |
Low Purity Grade, Technical Grade, High Purity Grade |
End Users Covered |
Hair Care and Cosmetic Product, Chemical Intermediate, Pharmaceuticals, Others |
Regions Covered |
Asia Pacific, Europe, North America, Latin America, Middle East and Africa |
Countries Covered |
United States, Canada, Germany, France, United Kingdom, Italy, Spain, China, Japan, India, South Korea, Australia, Indonesia, Brazil, Mexico |
Companies Covered |
Alpha Chemika, AN PharmaTech Co. Ltd., Arkema S.A., Bruno Bosk GmbH, Haihang Industry Co. Ltd., Kumar Organic Products Limited, Merck KGaA, Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc., Tokyo Chemical Industry Co. Ltd., etc. |
Customization Scope |
10% Free Customization |
Report Price and Purchase Option |
Single User License: US$ 3899
Five User License: US$ 4899
Corporate License: US$ 5899 |
Post-Sale Analyst Support |
10-12 Weeks |
Delivery Format |
PDF and Excel through Email (We can also provide the editable version of the report in PPT/Word format on special request) |
Key Questions Answered in This Report:
- How has the global thioglycolate market performed so far, and how will it perform in the coming years?
- What are the drivers, restraints, and opportunities in the global thioglycolate market?
- What is the impact of each driver, restraint, and opportunity on the global thioglycolate market?
- What are the key regional markets?
- Which countries represent the most attractive thioglycolate market?
- What is the breakup of the market based on the product type?
- Which is the most attractive product type in the thioglycolate market?
- What is the breakup of the market based on the grade?
- Which is the most attractive grade in the thioglycolate market?
- What is the breakup of the market based on end user?
- Which is the most attractive end user in the thioglycolate market?
- What is the competitive structure of the global thioglycolate market?
- Who are the key players/companies in the global thioglycolate market?
Key Benefits for Stakeholders:
- IMARC’s report offers a comprehensive quantitative analysis of various market segments, historical and current market trends, market forecasts, and dynamics of the thioglycolate market from 2018-2032.
- The research study provides the latest information on the market drivers, challenges, and opportunities in the global thioglycolate market.
- The study maps the leading, as well as the fastest-growing, regional markets. It further enables stakeholders to identify the key country-level markets within each region.
- Porter's five forces analysis assist stakeholders in assessing the impact of new entrants, competitive rivalry, supplier power, buyer power, and the threat of substitution. It helps stakeholders to analyze the level of competition within the thioglycolate industry and its attractiveness.
- Competitive landscape allows stakeholders to understand their competitive environment and provides an insight into the current positions of key players in the market.