The Global Narrow Range Ethoxylates Market size accounted for USD 4,488 Million in 2021 and is estimated to reach USD 10,084 Million by 2030.

The worldwide narrow range ethoxylates market forecast suggests that the industry is primarily driven by the rising public awareness regarding hygiene standards. The rapid spread of the COVID-19 pandemic is a recent trend in the narrow range ethoxylates market that has bolstered the demand across the world. According to our global narrow range ethoxylates industry analysis, the market is anticipated to witness a CAGR of 9.4% throughout the forecast timeframe 2022 – 2030.

Narrow range ethoxylates (NRE) are non-ionic surfactants that are fatty alcohol polyglycol ethers with a thin homolog distribution. Narrow range ethoxylates have focused characteristics that improve degreasing performance while eliminating the need for hazardous solvents. They are also compatible with the majority of widely used surfactants and builders. Even though they are based on short-chain alcohol, NREs have a very low odour. This opens up many previously closed applications for short-chain alcohol ethoxylates and allows the formulator to generate highly effective low VOC cleaners. Because there is less free alcohol and a larger percentage of the target ethoxylate, formulating is easier and less expensive than with standard alcohol ethoxylates. This allows for the optimization of raw material purchases, the reduction of inventories, and the simplification of production.

Narrow Range Ethoxylates Market Dynamics

Narrow Range Ethoxylates Market Growth Drivers

• Increasing public awareness regarding hygiene standards
• Shifting focus of prominent players towards eco-friendly products
• Upsurged demand for surfactants and other cleaning products

Narrow Range Ethoxylates Market Restraints

• Fluctuating prices of raw materials
• Harmful side effects of disinfectants

Narrow Range Ethoxylates Market Opportunities

• Growing adoption in industrial cleaning
• Bolstering demand due to the COVID-19 pandemic

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Increasing demand for these chemicals in the production of numerous surface disinfectants is the leading aspect that is driving the narrow range ethoxylates market revenue. Following the unprecedented pandemic of the novel coronavirus in late 2019, the global narrow range ethoxylates market has seen a significant increase in demand. Rising concern about infection has increased the use of cleaning products, resulting in increased demand in the worldwide narrow range ethoxylates market.

The growing number of infectious diseases around the world has increased the narrow range ethoxylate market value. Some infectious diseases, according to the Ministry of Health, can be spread by touching a surface or item that has been contaminated by an infected person. Cleaning frequently touched household surfaces regularly will help to minimize the spread of infections. Door handles, tables & chairs, light switches, bench tops, taps, and toys are all examples of frequently used surfaces. As a result, the industry has witnessed an upsurged demand for surfactants and other cleaning products.

However, the fluctuations in raw material prices are one of the aspects that is hindering the narrow range ethoxylates market growth. Furthermore, the increasing adoption of NREs in industrial cleaning is a lucrative opportunity for market growth in the coming years. Because of their effectiveness and ease of availability, numerous key players are developing NREs for industrial applications. For instance, under the ESTISURF brand, Esti Chem A/S offers a variety of specialty surfactants that provide exceptional performance in industrial cleaning formulations, emulsions, polishes, degreasers, and corrosion inhibitors. ESTISURF 264 is an extremely low-foaming molecule that combines good degreasing and outstanding foam control in a single molecule for use in CIP and sprays cleaning applications. On the other hand, ESTISURF 9114 is used in a wide range of hard surface cleaners, demonstrating excellent cleaning quality and a low odour due to its low free alcohol content.

Narrow Range Ethoxylates Market Segmentation

The global narrow range ethoxylates market segmentation is based on application and region.

Narrow Range Ethoxylates Market By Application

• Commercial Cleaning
  • Floor
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Upholstery
  • Others
• Household Cleaning
  • Healthcare
  • Hospitality
  • Food Service
  • Laundry
  • Institutional Buildings
  • Others
• Industrial Cleaning
  • Engine Cleaning
  • Metal Degreasing
  • Vehicle Cleaning
  • Laundry
  • Dairy
  • Others

Among them, the commercial cleaning segment generated the largest market share in 2021 and is expected to continue its trend throughout the projected years from 2022 to 2030. There has been an increase in awareness of the importance of cleanliness and worker safety in the commercial space, which has increased the utilization of cleaning products, profiting the market demand in commercial applications. According to the Household Commercial Products Association, the market value for home care products such as cleaners, and disinfectants for homes and commercial environments is around US$ 180 mn per annum

However, the industrial cleaning segment is expected to grow significantly in the coming years. Various chemical ingredients are used in industrial cleaning to clean multiple kinds of soils, stains, and by-products released during the manufacturing process. As a result, the industrial cleaning segment has remained positive throughout the forecast period.

Narrow Range Ethoxylates Market Regional Outlook

North America

• U.S.
• Canada

Europe

• U.K.
• Germany
• France
• Spain
• Rest of Europe

Latin America

• Mexico
• Brazil
• Rest of Latin America

Asia-Pacific

• India
• Japan
• China
• Australia
• South Korea
• Rest of Asia-Pacific

The Middle East & Africa (MEA)

• Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC)
• South Africa
• Rest of the Middle East & Africa