Organic Pigments Market Report 2026

The organic pigments market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $16.15 billion in 2025 to $17.29 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.1%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growth of textile and printing industries, expansion of paints and coatings production, increasing plastics manufacturing, rising demand for vibrant colorants, availability of synthetic organic pigments.

The organic pigments market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $23.17 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.6%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to stricter environmental regulations on inorganic pigments, rising demand for sustainable color solutions, expansion of packaging and labeling applications, increasing automotive production with advanced coatings, growing adoption of high performance pigments. Major trends in the forecast period include rising demand for high-performance organic pigments, increasing adoption in eco-friendly coatings, growing use in plastics and packaging applications, expansion of automotive color customization, enhanced focus on color strength and stability.

An increasing textile industry is expected to propel the growth of the organic pigments market going forward. The textile sector refers to industries primarily concerned with the design, manufacture, distribution, and use of clothing and textiles. A textile is a material made of a web of synthetic or natural fibers. Organic pigments are used in textiles to impart color, opacity, and other desirable features. These pigments are widely employed in the textile industry for dyeing and printing, which will drive market expansion. For instance, in September 2024, according to Textile Exchange, a US-based non-profit, global fiber production reached 124 million tonnes in 2023, up 7% from 116 million tonnes in 2022. Therefore, the increasing textile industry is driving the growth of the organic pigments market.

Major companies operating in the organic pigments market are focusing on developing innovative solutions, such as sustainable ultramarine blue pigment technologies, to meet the rising demand for high-performance, environmentally friendly colorants with superior heat and light stability. These advanced pigments offer better dispersibility and durability compared to conventional alternatives while aligning with sustainability and regulatory requirements. For instance, in January 2023, Heubach Group, a Germany-based manufacturer of pigments, pigment preparations, dyes, and specialty materials, launched Ultrazur, a new range of sustainable Ultramarine Blue pigments. Ultrazur exhibits excellent resistance to heat (up to 350°C) and light, ensuring long-lasting color performance. Its innovative final-stage manufacturing process enhances dispersibility, making it ideal for applications in thin films and fibers. Additionally, the production process incorporates state-of-the-art wastewater and air emissions treatment technologies, establishing Ultrazur as one of the most environmentally friendly ultramarine blue pigments available in the market.

In October 2024, Sudarshan Chemical Industries Limited, an India-based chemical manufacturing firm, acquired Heubach GmbH for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition is intended to strengthen Sudarshan's product portfolio in the specialty chemicals sector, with a particular focus on color pigments and related applications. Heubach GmbH, based in Germany, specializes in the development and production of high-performance organic pigments.

Major companies operating in the organic pigments market are BASF SE, Clariant AG, DIC Corporation, Heubach GmbH, Sudarshan Chemical Industries Limited, Ferro Corporation, Trust Chem Co. Ltd., Dainichiseika Color & Chemicals Mfg. Co. Ltd., Toyocolor Co Ltd., Synthesia AS, Hangzhou Han-Color Chemical Co. Ltd., Dominion Colour Corporation, Koel Colours Pvt. Ltd., Vibfast Pigments Pvt. Ltd., Neochem Industries, LANXESS AG, Sun Chemical Corporation, Changzhou Longyu Pigment Chemical Co. Ltd., Sensient Technologies Corporation, Jeco Group, Xinguang Chemical Group Co. Ltd., Sanyo Color Works Ltd., Shuangle Chemical Co. Ltd., Flint Group, Cappelle Pigment NV, Sunshine Pigment Co. Ltd., Apollo Colors Inc., Ruian Baoyuan Chemical Co. Ltd., KolorJet Chemicals Pvt. Ltd.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the organic pigment market in 2025 and is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the organic pigment market report during the forecast period. The regions covered in the organic pigments market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the organic pigments market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The organic pigment market consists of sales of quinacridone reds, quinacridone blues, quinacridones, dioxazine. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

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