Pelargonic Acid Market Size, Share, and Industry Analysis, By Type (PA 90 Content, PA 95 Content, PA 98 Content), By Application (Plant Protection Products, Lubricating Oil, Cosmetics, Bleaching Agents, Food Fragrances and Others), Regional Insights and Forecast From 2025 To 2034

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PELARGONIC ACID MARKET OVERVIEW

The global Pelargonic Acid Market is projected to reach USD 0.12807 billion in 2025, steadily progressing to USD 0.23018 billion by 2034, with a CAGR of 7.6% from 2025 to 2034.

The United States Pelargonic Acid market size is projected at USD 0.0437 billion in 2025, the Europe Pelargonic Acid market size is projected at USD 0.0328 billion in 2025, and the China Pelargonic Acid market size is projected at USD 0.0356 billion in 2025.

In the market study, our analysts have considered pelargonic acid players such as Matrica S.p.A, OXEA, Emery, Croda Sipo, Zhenghou Yibang, Chongqing Yuanda.

Pelargonic acid is a nine-carbon fatty acid, saturated acid found commonly as esters in pelargonium spp. essential oil (perennial plants). Plant tissues can also be used to extract it. Pelargonic acid, in conjunction including its salts or emulsifying agents, is a nonselective weedkiller that is suitable for use in gardens and agriculture all over the world. They are used as interaction burndown herbicides, attacking cell membranes and starting to cause cell leakage and outer layer acyl lipid breakdown. It is further utilized in the beauty industry to produce esters, which are then used during personal care and cosmetics products.

KEY FINDINGS

COVID-19 IMPACT

Supply and Lockdown Limitations to Decline Market Advancement 

The global COVID-19 pandemic has been unprecedented and staggering, with the Pelargonic Acid experiencing higher-than-anticipated demand across all regions compared to pre-pandemic levels. The sudden rise in CAGR is attributable to the market's growth and demand returning to pre-pandemic levels once the pandemic is over.

The COVID-19 pandemic had a major effect on the global market for pelargonic acid. The impact of shutdown across major countries such as China, the United States, Italy, and India has caused global supply chain disruption. Furthermore, additional security imposed by various governments and prevention methods to regulate the influence of the outbreak have resulted in significant transportation restrictions, causing disruptions in supply chains across economies. Pelargonic acid, for example, is used in the producing of weedkillers, specialty chemicals, lubricating oils, food additives, and other products in a variety of industries. Except for its use in herbicides, COVID-19 has slowed the demand for the pelargonic acid market. 

LATEST TRENDS 

New Product Launches to Enhance Market Growth

Product launches are one of the emerging trends that appear to have a direct impact on market expansion. Numerous key players are conducting research and development in order to improve and bring innovative pelargonic products to market. For example, OQ Chemicals GmbH, a largest producer of oxo and oxo derivatives, introduced a brand-new Halal-certified pelargonic acid item in September 2017. The Bay City factory adheres to rigorous rules to make sure that its raw materials, manufacturing techniques, managing, and logistics strictly adhere to Islamic religious requirements.

• According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), pelargonic acid-based herbicides saw a 12% year-over-year increase in household and garden usage approvals across U.S. states in 2023 due to its fast-acting, non-selective performance.

• As per data released by the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA), 9 new pelargonic acid-based formulations were registered in 2022 for agricultural applications, driving innovation across eco-friendly crop protection.

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PELARGONIC ACID MARKET SEGMENTATION

By Type

Based on type; the market is divided into PA 90 content, PA 95 content, PA 98 content

PA 90 content is the leading part of the type segment

By Application

Based on the application; the market is divided into plant protection products, lubricating oil, cosmetics, bleaching agents, food fragrances, others

Plant protection products is the leading part of the application segment

DRIVING FACTORS

Frequent Utilisation in the Manufacturing of Industrial Lubricant to Assist Market Development

Pelargonic acid is a common lubricant feedstock. This is owing to the point that the acid is made from bio-based feedstock. As a result, requirement or need for this advanced material is predicted to increase in tandem with the increase in the market for bio-lubricants. As a result, the large percentage of chemical manufacturers have begun to use the acid's physical properties in the manufacturing of industrial lubricants. For example, Oxea Chemicals, a division of S.A.O.C., Oman Oil Company, initiated highly pure n-Pelargonic Acid HP in May 2015 as a viable factory alternative to traditional fatty acids such as Capric Acid (C10) and Caprylic Acid (C10) (C8). This highly pure n-Pelargonic Acid HP can then be used as a raw material in the production of elevated synthetic lubricant esters.

Increasing Adoption in Cosmetic Industry to Foster Market Share

The chemical is primarily used in the personal care and cosmetics industries to create skin and hair conditioning agents. The requirement for personal care and cosmetics products is expected to rise as the population ages and there is a greater desire to keep younger looking skin. With its rising use in the personal care and cosmetics sectors, the worldwide pelargonic acid market share is expected to grow.

• According to the USDA Agricultural Resource Management Survey, bio-based inputs including pelargonic acid contributed to 17% of non-synthetic weed control methods used by U.S. farms in 2022.

• Based on data from the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs of China (MARA), pelargonic acid was used in 28% of organic-certified crop protection cases in 2023, up from 21% in 2021.

RESTRAINING FACTORS

Associated Health Hazard by the Utilisation of the Acid to Deplete Market Growth

This main ingredient has a low toxicity and persistence risk, but a moderate mobility and bioaccumulation risk. The acid items should be utilized with extreme care because they can cause major eye irritation as well as moderate skin irritation. Therefore, limiting the pelargonic acid market growth.

• According to the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA), pelargonic acid residues exceeding 0.05 mg/kg were detected in 14% of tested food samples in 2023, raising concerns over over-application.

• The Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS) reported 16 industrial safety incidents related to pelargonic acid handling between 2021 and 2023, primarily due to its skin and eye irritation risk.

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PELARGONIC ACID MARKET REGIONAL INSIGHTS

Rising Supply of Biobased Products to Foster Market Growth in Asia Pacific

Asia Pacific pelargonic acid market is expected to grow significantly over the forecast period. Asia Pacific is predicted to lead the worldwide pelargonic acid market. As a result of rising supply for bio - based products in agricultural production, followed by innovative products, Asia Pacific is predicted to be the fastest-growing geographic area in terms of revenue. The region is predicted to dominate the global market in terms of volume during the projected timeline. 

KEY INDUSTRY PLAYERS

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• Matrica S.p.A (Italy): In 2023, the company reported a 26% rise in pelargonic acid volumes, driven by increased demand from European biopesticide manufacturers.

• OXEA (Germany): According to the German Chemical Industry Association (VCI), OXEA’s Bay City facility contributed to 18% of global pelargonic acid output in 2023 through its Halal-certified variant.

List of Top Pelargonic Acid Companies

• Matrica S.p.A (Italy)
• OXEA (Germany)
• Emery (U.S.)
• Croda Sipo (U.K.)
• Zhenghou Yibang (China)
• Chongqing Yuanda (China)

REPORT COVERAGE

The industry report examines the global market, geographic and country-level market sizes, categorization market expansion, market share, competitor analysis, sales trends, influence of domestic and international market players, supply chain enhancement, trade laws, latest developments, possibilities analysis, business strategy market expansion analysis, product releases, area competitive landscape expanding, and technological advancements.

The report also examines the equipment market's current state of development and its overall market trend. It also separates the market by categories based on type and applications in order to conduct a detailed study and demonstrate the industry's characteristics and prospects. By taking into account a range of elements, such as growth rate, trends, industrial advancements, technologies, growth, distribution, and barriers, it offers a thorough assessment as well as a detailed analysis.