Oxalic Acid Market Report 2025

The oxalic acid market size has grown steadily in recent years. It will grow from $1.25 billion in 2024 to $1.3 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to chemical manufacturing advancements, the industrial revolution impact, textile industry growth, metal cleaning and rust removal, wood bleaching and stain removal.

The oxalic acid market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $1.61 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.5%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to pharmaceutical and medical applications expansion, renewable feedstocks, green cleaning solutions, food industry innovation, and water treatment solutions. Major trends in the forecast period include carbon capture and sequestration, selective oxidation processes, antibacterial and antiviral properties, nanostructured oxalic acid applications, and biodegradable formulations.

The growing concerns about the rise in surgical site infections (SSIs) are expected to enhance the oxalic acid market in the future. SSIs are infections that occur at the site of a surgical incision or in the tissue layers involved in the surgical procedure and can arise after any type of surgery, from minor outpatient procedures to major operations. Oxalic acid is known for its antimicrobial properties and potential effectiveness against certain bacteria and fungi, making it a useful agent in combating surgical site infections. For example, in January 2024, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), a US-based government agency, reported approximately a 4% increase in the standardized infection ratio (SIR) for surgical site infections across all National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN) operative procedure categories compared to the previous year. Thus, the escalating concerns regarding the rise in surgical site infections are driving the growth of the oxalic acid market.

The thriving pharmaceutical industry stands as a significant contributor to the burgeoning oxalic acid market. Oxalic acid finds applications in medicinal formulations within the pharmaceutical sector, contributing to the escalating demand for specific organic acids. A case in point is the 2022 report from Sanofi, a prominent France-based pharmaceutical company, which indicates a robust 6.9% increase in pharmaceutical sales to $33.7 billion in 2022 compared to the preceding year. This substantial growth in the pharmaceutical industry is anticipated to propel the oxalic acid market further.

The rising investment in the pharmaceutical industry is anticipated to drive growth in the oxalic acid market moving forward. The pharmaceutical industry includes the development, production, and marketing of drugs and pharmaceutical products. Oxalic acid serves as an intermediate for synthesizing a variety of drugs and chemicals within this sector. Higher expenditures can lead to increased innovation and productivity, facilitating the use of oxalic acid in the development of new drugs. For example, in September 2024, a report from Eurostat, a Belgium-based government agency, indicated that in 2022, the European Union's research and development expenditure as a percentage of GDP reached 2.27%, up from 2.25% the previous year. Therefore, the growing investment in the pharmaceutical industry is propelling the oxalic acid market.

A noteworthy trend in the oxalic acid market is the surge in investments by major companies to meet growing demand and maintain market leadership. For instance, Oxaquim S.A, a Spain-based oxalic acid producer, announced plans in May 2022 to enhance its annual production capacity from 20,000 to 25,000 metric tons. This expansion, backed by a €44 million ($47.05 million) investment, includes the expansion of its Alcaniz factory and the establishment of a new facility in Andorra. Such strategic investments are aimed at meeting the future demand for oxalic acid, underscoring the commitment of industry players to sustain their market position.

Major companies in the oxalic acid market are strategically focusing on the production of oxalic acids for herbicides. Oxalic acid's anti-nutrient properties make it effective in herbicides, offering a solution for managing unwanted vegetation in agriculture. In January 2023, ADAMA, an Israel-based herbicide manufacturer, introduced a new herbicide called Acert, with oxalic acid as its primary ingredient. This herbicide is designed to control invasive red rice (Oryza sativa) and other challenging-to-eradicate weeds such as barnyard grass (Echinochloa crus-pavonis), showcasing the versatility of oxalic acid in agricultural applications.

Major companies operating in the oxalic acid market include Honeywell International Inc., Merck KGaA, Clariant AG, UBE Corporation, Sigma-Aldrich Co. LLC, PCC Rokita SA, Shandong Fengyuan Chemical Co. Ltd, Alfa Aesar, Spectrum Chemical Manufacturing Corp., Punjab Chemicals And Crop Protection Ltd., Chongqing Changyuan Group Limited, Gem Chemicals, Penta s.r.o, Chemtex Specialty Limited, Shijiazhuang Taihe Chemical Co. Ltd., Lab-Chem Corporation, Noah Chemicals, PANGEA CHEMICALS PRIVATE LIMITEDPangea Chemicals Pvt Ltd, Nanjing Jiayi Sunway Chemical Co. Ltd., TRInternational Inc., Oxaquim S.A., Uranus Chemicals Co. Ltd., Mudanjiang Hongli Chemicals Co. Ltd., Star Oxochem Private Limited, Shanghai Yixin Chemical Co. Ltd., Shijiazhuang Xinlongwei Chemical Co. Ltd., Shandong Baovi Energy Technology Co. Ltd., Hefei TNJ Chemical Industry Co. Ltd., Shandong Baoyuan Chemical Co. Ltd.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the oxalic acid market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the oxalic acid market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the oxalic acid market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

Oxalic acid, with the chemical formula C2H2O4, serves as a potent cleaning agent and rust remover due to its acidic properties. It is available in various product grades, namely anhydrous, dihydrate, and aqueous solution. Anhydrous oxalic acid, in its pure crystalline form without water molecules, finds applications where water content must be minimized or controlled.

Manufactured through processes such as the oxidation of carbohydrates, co-coupling reaction, oxidation of propylene, and the sodium formate process, anhydrous oxalic acid is utilized across industries. Its versatile applications include serving as bleaching and purifying agents, reducing agents, stain and rust removers, miticides, precipitation agents, among others. Key sectors such as petrochemicals, water treatment chemicals, metallurgy, textiles and leather, pharmaceuticals, electronics and semiconductors, wood pulp, and beekeeping extensively utilize anhydrous oxalic acid for various purposes.

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The oxalic acid market consists of sales of ethanedioic acid, dicarboxylic acid, oxalic acid dihydrate, and ethanedionate. 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.

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