Automotive Part Cleaners and Degreasers Market Report 2026

The automotive part cleaners and degreasers market size has grown steadily in recent years. It will grow from $35.43 billion in 2025 to $37.09 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.7%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growth of automotive production, expansion of service workshops, demand for effective maintenance products, use of solvent based cleaners, vehicle parc growth.

The automotive part cleaners and degreasers market size is expected to see steady growth in the next few years. It will grow to $44.02 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.4%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to growth of electric vehicles, stricter environmental regulations, expansion of aftermarket services, innovation in bio based cleaners, rising fleet maintenance needs. Major trends in the forecast period include growing demand for eco friendly degreasers, expansion of vehicle maintenance services, rising use in ev component cleaning, increased adoption of water based cleaners, focus on high efficiency cleaning solutions.

The rise in vehicle production and sales is expected to drive the growth of the automotive part cleaners and degreasers market in the coming years. Vehicle production and sales refer to the number of vehicles manufactured and sold over a given timeframe, reflecting the overall health of the automotive industry. This growth is largely driven by favorable economic conditions that increase consumer purchasing power and stimulate business investments. Automotive part cleaners and degreasers contribute to this trend by ensuring optimal performance of engines and components. They facilitate efficient maintenance and repair procedures, enhancing vehicle durability and operational reliability. For example, in March 2025, the European Automobile Manufacturers Association, a Belgium-based advocacy group, reported that global car production reached 75.5 million units in 2024, with car sales totaling 74.6 million units representing a 2.5% increase from 2023. Thus, the rise in vehicle production and sales is fueling the expansion of the automotive part cleaners and degreasers market.

Key players in the automotive part cleaners and degreasers market are developing advanced products like boron-free alkaline cleaners to improve cleaning performance while ensuring environmental sustainability. These cleaners provide efficient, eco-conscious, and safer degreasing options that comply with stringent environmental and occupational safety standards. For instance, in October 2023, Henkel AG & Co. KGaA, a Germany-based chemical company, launched Bonderite C-AK 14415, a boron-free cleaner tailored for aluminum automotive parts. This product delivers strong cleaning effectiveness with minimal etching, making it ideal for parts such as wheels and battery housings. It meets rigorous OEM standards for corrosion protection and adhesion, while improving manufacturing efficiency, safety, and user convenience.

In June 2024, Recochem Inc., a Canada-based chemical manufacturer, acquired the auto care business of KIK Consumer Products Inc. for an undisclosed amount. The acquisition is part of Recochem’s strategy to broaden its product range, reinforce its position in the automotive aftermarket industry, and boost its distribution network across North America. KIK Consumer Products Inc. is a Canada-based manufacturer known for automotive part cleaners and degreasers sold under brands such as Prestone and Holts.

Major companies operating in the automotive part cleaners and degreasers market are 3M Company, Würth Group, Henkel AG & Co. KGaA, Illinois Tool Works Inc., WD-40 Company, CRC Industries Inc., Zep Inc., Berryman Products Inc., Tetrosyl Express Limited, ThreeBond International Inc., Sunshine Makers Inc., Kleen-Flo Tumbler Industries, Mosil Lubricants Private Limited, Jopasu India Pvt. Ltd., BASF SE, Evonik Industries AG, Dow Inc., Exxon Mobil Corporation, TotalEnergies SE, BP p.l.c., Shell plc, Petro-Canada Lubricants Inc.

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

The automotive part cleaners and degreasers market consists of sales of brake cleaners, carburetor cleaners, engine degreasers, transmission cleaners, and parts wash solvents. 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).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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