Thioglycolate Market - By Raw Material (Calcium Thioglycolate, Potassium Thioglycolate, Ammonium Thioglycolate, Sodium Thioglycolate), By Function (Reducing Agent, Complexing Agent), By Application & Forecast, 2023 – 2032

Thioglycolate Market Size

Thioglycolate Market size was valued at around USD 112 million in 2022 and is projected to register a CAGR of 3.2% between 2023 and 2032. Thioglycolates are commonly used in depilatory creams and lotions, providing an effective method for temporary hair removal. In the haircare industry, thioglycolates are used in hair straightening and perming formulations, allowing for the alteration of hair structure.
 

Thioglycolates serve as reagents in various chemical reactions, including thiolation and thioesterification, contributing to the synthesis of diverse compounds. Thioglycolates are used as thiol derivatives in chemical processes, enabling the modification of molecular structures.

Chemical regulations and safety standards are stringent in many regions. Ensuring compliance with these regulations and addressing safety concerns related to the handling and usage of thioglycolates can be challenging. The chemical synthesis of thioglycolates can involve the use of reagents and processes that have environmental impacts. Some thioglycolates can be toxic or harmful to health if not handled properly. Thus, the risks associated with thioglycolate may drive down the acceptance rate, further hampering the business growth.
 

COVID-19 Impact

Demand for products containing thioglycolates, especially in sectors like personal care and cosmetics, experienced fluctuations due to changing consumer behaviors, reduced spending, and shifts in priorities during lockdowns. Thus, the reduced number of COVID-19 cases and implementation of subsequent strategies by government and non-government organizations is anticipated to drive the thioglycolate industry expansion in the upcoming years.
 

Thioglycolate Market Trends

The clean beauty movement has led to increased demand for natural and sustainable ingredients, including in personal care products containing thioglycolates. Consumers are looking for products with fewer synthetic chemicals and more natural formulations. In the hair care industry, thioglycolates continue to play a significant role in hair straightening and perming formulations. Manufacturers are focusing on developing safer and more effective products that deliver desired results with minimized damage to hair.
 

Thioglycolate Market Analysis

Based on type, the thioglycolate market is segmented as calcium thioglycolate, potassium thioglycolate, ammonium thioglycolate, sodium thioglycolate, others. Calcium Thioglycolate held a majority market value of USD 38.4 million in 2022. Calcium thioglycolate is used in depilatory creams and lotions for temporary hair removal. The demand is driven by consumer preferences for convenient hair removal methods.
 

Based on function, the market is segmented as reducing agent, complexing agent, others. Reducing agent held a dominant market share of around 40% in 2022 and is expected to grow at a lucrative pace through 2032. Demand is driven by the use of ammonium thioglycolate in hair straightening and perming formulations, allowing for versatile hairstyling options and trends.
 

Based on application, the thioglycolate market is segmented as personal care & cosmetics, chemical processing, pharmaceuticals, textiles, others. Personal Care & Cosmetics held a dominant market share in 2022 and is anticipated to grow at 2.7% CAGR till 2032. The demand is influenced by the use of calcium thioglycolate in depilatory creams and lotions for temporary hair removal, catering to consumer preferences for convenient hair removal methods. Thus, the high-quality services and growing usage of thioglycolate at food centres are anticipated to expedite the business statistics.
 

U.S. dominated the North American region with majority thioglycolate market share and a revenue of USD 24.9 million in 2022 and is anticipated to expand at a significant pace from 2023-2032. North American consumers' evolving hair care preferences, including straightening, perming, and texturizing, drive the demand for thioglycolates used in professional salon services and at-home products.
 

Thioglycolate Market Share

Some of the major market players operating in the Thioglycolate market are:

• BASF SE
• Akzo Nobel N.V.
• Dow Inc.
• Merck KGaA
• Aarti Industries Limited
• Bruno Bock Chemische Fabrik GmbH & Co. KG
• Nippon Shokubai Co., Ltd.
• Nacalai Tesque, Inc.
• Jost Chemical Co.
• Neostar United Industrial Co., Ltd.
• BOC Sciences
• GFS Chemicals, 
•  All-Chemie, Ltd.,
• Haihang Industry Co., Ltd.
•  Reaxis Inc. 

These players focus on strategic partnerships, new product launch & commercialization for market expansion. Furthermore, these players are heavily investing in research that allows them to introduce innovative products and garner maximum revenue in the market.
 

Thioglycolate Industry News:

• In May 2021, BASF SE launched Beauveria bassiana strain ATCC 74040 in Germany.
   

Thioglycolate market research report includes an in-depth coverage of the industry with estimates & forecast in terms of revenue in USD Million & Units from 2018 to 2032, for the following segments:

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By Type

• Calcium Thioglycolate
• Potassium Thioglycolate
• Ammonium Thioglycolate
• Sodium Thioglycolate
• Others

By Function

• Reducing Agent
• Complexing Agent
• Others

By Application

• Personal Care & Cosmetics
• Chemical Processing
• Pharmaceuticals
• Textiles
• Others

The above information is provided for the following regions and countries:

• North America
  • U.S.
  • Canada
• Europe
  • Germany
  • UK
  • France
  • Spain
  • Italy
• Asia Pacific
  • China
  • Japan
  • India
  • Australia
  • South Korea
  • Indonesia
  • Malaysia 
• Latin America
  • Brazil
  • Mexico
  • Argentina
• Middle East & Africa
  • South Africa
  • Saudi Arabia
  • UAE
  • Egypt