​The global anti-settling agents market is experiencing significant growth, driven by advancements in the paints and coatings industry and increasing demand from construction activities. The global anti-settling agents market size is valued to be US$ 254.7 million in 2023 and it is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of 4.3% to reach US$ 388.0 Million by the end of 2033.

Historically, from 2018 to 2022, the utilization of anti-settling agents increased at around 2.8% CAGR. In the short term (2023 to 2026), growing demand from pre- and post-construction activities is expected to drive the market. In the medium term (2026 to 2029), developing nations' demand for housing and construction projects will further boost the market. In the long term (2029 to 2033), government policies promoting eco-friendly products are anticipated to drive the demand for organic anti-settling agents.

Anti-settling agents are essential in preventing pigment sedimentation in paints during shipping and long-term storage. They possess high surface activity, which aids in keeping heavy pigments suspended. The construction and building sector has recently seen tremendous demand for these materials due to growing urbanization and development in emerging economies. Approximately 60% of global consumption occurs in the construction sector of developing countries. ​

Governments worldwide are focusing on developing laws and regulations to support the creation and use of environmentally friendly products. This initiative aims to safeguard the environment from the negative consequences of dumping waste chemicals. Consequently, many manufacturers are shifting their focus from producing non-eco-friendly to eco-friendly products. However, fluctuations in raw material prices pose a challenge to market growth. To overcome this, manufacturers are engaging their R&D teams to work on alternative raw materials with similar or superior properties to limit dependency on conventional raw materials. ​

In terms of regional insights, East Asian countries, including China, offer significant opportunities for anti-settling agent manufacturers. China is known for developing advanced technologies coupled with low labor costs, providing a competitive advantage. The demand for anti-settling agents in China is expected to grow at a CAGR of 4.6% during the forecast period. In the United States, rising construction, renovations, and the use of paints in pre- and post-construction activities are driving demand. The U.S. market holds a substantial share of more than 19.1% of global anti-settling agents demand in 2023 and is forecasted to grow at a CAGR of 4.5% during the forecast period. ​

The application of anti-settling agents in paints is the highest demand creator, holding a major share of 59.1% in 2023. This demand is expected to grow at a CAGR of 4.8% during the forecast period. In aqueous systems, anti-settling agents provide superior pigment suspension and rheological qualities, holding a major share of 63.4% in 2023 and expected to grow at a CAGR of 4.6% during the forecast period.

Prominent manufacturers in the market include BASF SE, Evonik Industries, Fine Organic Industries Limited, Active Minerals International LLC, Ester Chemicals Industries Pvt. Ltd., Harmony Additives Pvt. Ltd., K Tech (India) Limited, King Industries Inc., Lakeland Chemicals (India) Ltd., and Lysurf Chemicals Co. Ltd. These companies are focusing on developing effective and eco-friendly anti-settling agents for multiple industries. Strategies such as mergers, acquisitions, and collaborations are being deployed to retain market share and foster growth. For instance, BASF SE joined forces with Siemens Energy to accelerate the commercial implementation of advanced technologies aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions across various business verticals. ​

The market is segmented by source (organic and inorganic), form (solid, paste, and liquid), nature (anionic, cationic, and mixed), use case (aqueous, solvents/oils, and others), application (paints, inks, cement slurry stabilization, and others), and region (North America, Latin America, Europe, East Asia, South Asia & Oceania, Middle East & Africa). This segmentation allows for a comprehensive analysis of the market dynamics and opportunities. ​

The report highlights key opportunities in the market, such as the growing demand from the construction industry and the rising penetration of eco-friendly products. It also addresses questions related to market size, key producers, market share of top manufacturers, and historical growth rates. Overall, the anti-settling agents market is poised for steady growth, driven by technological advancements, increasing construction activities, and a shift towards environmentally friendly products. ​

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