Silicone Surfactants Market Size To Reach $2.60 Billion By 2030

May 2025 | Report Format: Electronic (PDF)

Silicone Surfactants Market Growth & Trends

The global silicone surfactants market size is expected to reach USD 2.60 billion by 2030, as per the new report by Grand View Research, Inc., expanding at a CAGR of 4.7% from 2025 to 2030. This is attributed to the growing utilization of silicone surfactants in personal care and home care formulations. Rising consumer awareness and increasing preference for bio-based products key factors expected to boost market growth.

The silicone surfactants market continues to witness strong growth, driven by rising demand across key industries and a growing emphasis on sustainability. Notable trends include increased adoption in personal care for enhanced product performance, expanded use in agriculture as adjuvants to boost agrochemical efficiency, and wider application in construction and automotive for foam control and emulsification. Additionally, manufacturers are prioritizing the development of eco-friendly, biodegradable formulations in response to regulatory and consumer demand for sustainable solutions. These dynamics are collectively reinforcing the market’s upward trajectory.

The global silicone surfactants market is evolving, driven by growing demand for high-performance, sustainable solutions across industries such as personal care, agriculture, and industrial applications. Regulatory pressure to reduce VOC emissions and rising consumer preference for bio-based ingredients are encouraging manufacturers to expand eco-friendly product lines. Key players are pursuing strategic acquisitions and partnerships to enhance technological capabilities and strengthen their presence in specialty segments. For instance, in September 2022, Stepan Company completed the acquisition of PerformanX Specialty Chemicals, LLC. This strategic move is expected to strengthen Stepan’s product portfolio and technical capabilities within the surfactants sector. The acquisition reinforces the company’s market position by expanding its presence in high-value specialty applications, aligning with its long-term growth strategy in performance-driven chemical solutions.

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Silicone Surfactants Market Report Highlights

The emulsifiers segment dominated the market with a revenue share of more than 30% in 2024
The foaming agent application segment is expected to exhibit the fastest CAGR during the forecast period owing to increasing use of surfactants in manufacturing home care and personal care products, and growing usage in the agriculture industry
The oil-soluble segment is expected to grow at the fastest CAGR during the forecast period due to its use in drilling fluids, as it provides high viscosity and higher surface tension
The paints and coatings end use segment is expected to register the fastest CAGR over the forecast period, owing to the enhanced workability of paints and coatings by providing longer retention and higher dispersion
Europe is expected to expand at the fastest growth rate during the forecast period. The region is home to many cosmetics and personal care companies, thus has thriving opportunities for silicone surfactant players, as the demand for bio-based products is growing
Asia Pacific accounted for significant revenue share during the forecast period because of the easy raw material availability and the presence of various end-use manufacturers