Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) Market Size, Share, Growth, and Industry Analysis, By Type (1%, AFFF, 3% AFFF, 6% AFFF), By Application (Petroleum-based Products, Flammable and Combustible Liquids, LNG), Regional Insights, and Forecast to 2033

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AQUEOUS FILM FORMING FOAM (AFFF) MARKET OVERVIEW

Global aqueous film forming foam (AFFF) market size was USD 0.12 Billion in 2024 and market is projected to touch USD 0.17 Billion by 2033, exhibiting a CAGR of 3.6% during the forecast period.

AR-AFFF (Alcohol-Resistant AFFF) is a fire suppressant made up of fluoropolymers, fluorosurfactants, water-soluble polymers, and hydrocarbon surfactants. Such foams are appropriate for the immediate extinguishing of Class B flames, particularly those fueled by polar solvents that include ketones and alcohols. AR-AFFF foams form a protective coating among a foam blankets, preventing oxygen from reaching the fuel source and covering the fuel surface, so preventing the emission of fuel vapors.

The market will uplift owing to the trends prevailing in the market including oil and gas industry. Global industrialization and urbanization, as well as the development of the oil and gas industry and increased application in the aviation sector, have all contributed to the growth of the firefighting foam market. Technological advances, new product launches, and increased usage of environmentally friendly and sustainable firefighting solutions are likely to provide growth prospects during the forecast period.

COVID-19 IMPACT

Interruption in Services to Deplete Market Growth 

The widespread availability of COVID-19 pandemic has had an enormous effect on the aqueous film forming foam (AFFF). People-movement restrictions had resulted in partial or complete production halts by many end-use sectors. As a result, interest for the foam has decreased over the world. Furthermore, COVID-19 has had a significant impact on the market's supply networks. However, with the restoration of the supply chain and the reduction of COVID-19 cases, industrial operations were relaunched at full capacity. Oil and gas activities are gradually increasing as a result of rising demand from the reopened market following the epidemic period. This increase in demand is projected to continue and propel the market even higher.

LATEST TRENDS

Heavy Utilization of Protein-Based Foam to Stimulate Market Development 

Protein-based foam for firefighting is made by combining naturally occurring hydrolyzed proteins with foam stabilizing agents, inhibitors of corrosion, bactericides, and various other additives to provide great thermal stability and burn-back resistance. Heavy utilization of protein-based foam will benefit the market during the anticipated timeframe.

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AQUEOUS FILM FORMING FOAM (AFFF) MARKET SEGMENTATION

By Type Analysis

Based on type; the market is divided into 1% AFFF, 3% AFFF, 6% AFFF

1% AFFF is the leading part of the type segment.

By Application Analysis

Based on the application; the market is divided into petroleum-based products, flammable and combustible liquids, LNG

Petroleum-based products is the leading part of the application segment.

DRIVING FACTORS

Class A Fire Category to Aid Market Expansion

The aqueous film forming foam (AFFF) market share is currently divided into three classes based on fire types: A, B, and C. In 2021, the Class A fire category sector led the global industry, accounting for more than 40.85% of total revenue. Class A fires are caused by common flammable materials such as cloth, paper, wood, and plastics. These unintentional fires are widespread in many businesses because they can spread quickly in conditions of abundant fuel. To put out Class A flames, pressurized water and mono ammonium phosphate are utilized.

Combustible and flammable substances, such as alcohol, gas, oil-paints, and lacquers, are used in Class B fires. Class A fires are extinguished with water, however Class B fires are particularly dangerous since their fuel has a lower density than water and burned grease has an elevated temperature than the point of boiling of water. When the grease comes into contact with water, it produces elevated temperatures steam, which expands swiftly and erupts, causing wounds and spread the fire uncontrolled. As a result, Class B extinguishers for fires typically employ dry chemicals such as a foam or powder.

Oil and Gas Industries to Foster Industry Progress

In 2021, the oil and gas category led the global aqueous film forming foam (AFFF) market growth, accounting for more than 20.85% of total revenue. Highly flammable gases and liquids can cause powerful fires, inflicting substantial harm to property, pollution, and endangering human life. Oil-well fires cause the loss of hundreds of millions of litres of crude oil every day and can result in massive economic losses. Oil-well fires are more challenging to extinguish than conventional fires due to the ecological challenges caused by huge quantities of smoke and unburned petroleum, as well as the enormous fuel supply. As a result, aqueous film forming foam (AFFF) demand from the oil and gas industry has surged in recent years.

RESTRAINING FACTORS

Utilization of Harmful Chemicals to Limit the Market Evolution

However, mounting worries over the usage of harmful chemicals in the manufacturing process of aqueous film forming foam (AFFF), which include sulfate of perfluorooctane (PFOS) and perfluorooctanic acids (PFOA), are expected to restrict market growth in the future years. The PFAO seeps into the soil and groundwater supply, contaminating water bodies.

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AQUEOUS FILM FORMING FOAM (AFFF) MARKET REGIONAL INSIGHTS

Dry Weather Patterns in Asia Pacific to Support Market Advancement

The Asia Pacific region controlled the worldwide aqueous film forming foam (AFFF) market during 2021, accounting for in excess of 33.50% of total sales. This is due to the rapid rise of industries such as chemical-based, marine, automotive, and aviation in economically developing countries such as India and China. The Asia Pacific region accounts for a significant portion of worldwide chemical production, and fires are frequently caused by a lack of basic industrial safety. Furthermore, dry weather patterns across the region are feeding fire mishaps, leading to endless wildfires, causing further damage to the natural world, lives, and economy.

KEY INDUSTRY PLAYERS

Key Players Focus on Partnerships to Gain a Competitive Advantage

Prominent market players are making collaborative efforts by partnering with other companies to stay ahead of the competition. Many companies are also investing in new product launches to expand their product portfolio. Mergers and acquisitions are also among the key strategies used by players to expand their product portfolios.

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The reports cover important advances with in market, as well as inorganic and organic growth strategies. Various companies are concentrating on organic business expansion such as product announcements, product approvals, and other things like patents and events. Acquisitions, partnerships, and collaborations were among the inorganic growth strategies observed in the market. The above activities have paved the way for market participants to expand their business and customer base. With the growing demands for filter products in the international market, market participants in the market are expected to benefit from substantial growth opportunities in the near future.

List of Top Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) Companies

• Tyco Fire Protection Products (U.S.)
• Chemguard (U.S.)
• National Foam (U.S.)
• Angus Fire (U.K.)
• Amerex Corporation (U.S.)
• Oil Technics (Fire Fighting Products) (U.K.)
• Dr. Richard Sthamer (Germany)
• Profoam (U.S.)
• IFP INDIA (India)
• Delta Fire (Australia)
• Dafo Fomtec (U.K.)
• HD Fire Protect (India)
• K. V. Fire (India)
• DIC (Japan)
• Buckeye Fire Equipment (U.S.)

REPORT COVERAGE

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