Water-Based Brightening Agent Market - Global Forecast 2026-2032

The water-based brightening agent market is experiencing measurable growth as manufacturers and supply chains transition toward environmentally compliant and performance-oriented aqueous solutions. Senior decision-makers are increasingly treating water-based brightening agents as integral system components for enhancing optical appearance, achieving regulatory compliance, and supporting resilient operations in sectors such as paper, textiles, coatings, detergents, and polymers.

Market Snapshot: Water-Based Brightening Agent Market

The Water-Based Brightening Agent Market grew from USD 2.58 billion in 2025 to USD 2.72 billion in 2026. It is expected to continue growing at a CAGR of 5.59%, reaching USD 3.78 billion by 2032.

Scope & Segmentation

Product Forms: Liquid dispersions, emulsions, and water-soluble concentrates tailored for optical brightening and whitening applications.
Application Chemistries: Brightening agents optimized for paper and pulp, textile processing, household detergents, paints, inks, coatings, and polymer dispersions.
End-Use Expectations: Focus on both consumer-facing sectors prioritizing appearance standards, and industrial segments valuing process robustness and cost-effectiveness.
Regional Coverage: Analysis includes Americas, EMEA, and Asia-Pacific manufacturing hubs, each with distinct compliance pressures and supply resilience considerations.
Technology Aspects: Involves optical brightening agents (OBAs), fluorescent whitening agents formulated for aqueous processing, and performance-engineered stabilization or dispersant packages.
Regulatory Profiles: Evaluation of VOC requirements, aquatic toxicity, discharge standards, and product documentation mandates across key regions.

Key Takeaways for Senior Decision-Makers

Water-based brightening agents have evolved from niche choices to strategic tools for manufacturers responding to global trends in waterborne processing and stricter environmental standards.
Procurement and R&D leaders face growing complexity, balancing performance requirements such as dispersion stability and resistance to yellowing with the realities of supply-chain adaptation and regulatory scrutiny.
Regional differences drive unique adoption factors. In the Americas, supply resilience and transparent documentation are priorities. European markets emphasize chemical stewardship and ingredient transparency, while Asia-Pacific demands rapid support and process efficiency.
Performance expectations differ widely by segment. Successful suppliers now provide tailored support, mixing protocols, and troubleshooting guidance to fit substrate and process variability rather than relying solely on catalog listings.
Technical partnership, compliance enablement, and regional operations increasingly distinguish leading companies, moving the competitive focus away from broad product portfolios and toward resilient, application-focused solutions.

Tariff Impact: Navigating Market Complexity

Ongoing US tariff policy through 2025 increases the importance of origin transparency and documentation throughout the value chain. These tariffs have shifted sourcing strategies and accelerated dual-sourcing, leading buyers to prioritize regional finishing options and contingency inventory plans. Suppliers offering modular products and adaptable documentation have an operational advantage as product qualification and onboarding become more stringent.

Methodology & Data Sources

This report utilizes a triangulated research methodology—combining structured stakeholder interviews, technical validation from practitioners, and a review of current regulatory and trade policy documents. This approach aligns findings with real-world sourcing and formulation practices, supporting actionable insights for executive decision-making.

Why This Report Matters

Find strategic guidance on optimizing water-based brightening agent selection and deployment for compliance, operational reliability, and brand differentiation.
Support procurement and R&D teams with market-driven recommendations addressing regional dynamics, changing customer specifications, and evolving regulatory standards.

Conclusion

This report equips leaders with the clarity to plan integrated brightener strategies, respond to shifting tariff and compliance landscapes, and reinforce brand value through reliable performance and resilient sourcing.

1. Preface

1.1. Objectives of the Study
1.2. Market Definition
1.3. Market Segmentation & Coverage
1.4. Years Considered for the Study
1.5. Currency Considered for the Study
1.6. Language Considered for the Study
1.7. Key Stakeholders

2. Research Methodology

2.1. Introduction
2.2. Research Design
2.2.1. Primary Research
2.2.2. Secondary Research
2.3. Research Framework
2.3.1. Qualitative Analysis
2.3.2. Quantitative Analysis
2.4. Market Size Estimation
2.4.1. Top-Down Approach
2.4.2. Bottom-Up Approach
2.5. Data Triangulation
2.6. Research Outcomes
2.7. Research Assumptions
2.8. Research Limitations

3. Executive Summary

3.1. Introduction
3.2. CXO Perspective
3.3. Market Size & Growth Trends
3.4. Market Share Analysis, 2025
3.5. FPNV Positioning Matrix, 2025
3.6. New Revenue Opportunities
3.7. Next-Generation Business Models
3.8. Industry Roadmap

4. Market Overview

4.1. Introduction
4.2. Industry Ecosystem & Value Chain Analysis
4.2.1. Supply-Side Analysis
4.2.2. Demand-Side Analysis
4.2.3. Stakeholder Analysis
4.3. Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
4.4. PESTLE Analysis
4.5. Market Outlook
4.5.1. Near-Term Market Outlook (0-2 Years)
4.5.2. Medium-Term Market Outlook (3-5 Years)
4.5.3. Long-Term Market Outlook (5-10 Years)
4.6. Go-to-Market Strategy

5. Market Insights

5.1. Consumer Insights & End-User Perspective
5.2. Consumer Experience Benchmarking
5.3. Opportunity Mapping
5.4. Distribution Channel Analysis
5.5. Pricing Trend Analysis
5.6. Regulatory Compliance & Standards Framework
5.7. ESG & Sustainability Analysis
5.8. Disruption & Risk Scenarios
5.9. Return on Investment & Cost-Benefit Analysis

6. Cumulative Impact of United States Tariffs 2025
7. Cumulative Impact of Artificial Intelligence 2025

8. Water-Based Brightening Agent Market, by Form

8.1. Liquid
8.2. Powder

9. Water-Based Brightening Agent Market, by Raw Material

9.1. Enzymes
9.2. Fluorescent Whitening Agents
9.2.1. Coumarin Derivatives
9.2.2. Stilbene Derivatives
9.3. Titanium Dioxide

10. Water-Based Brightening Agent Market, by Application

10.1. Cosmetics
10.2. Detergents
10.2.1. Dishwashing
10.2.2. Laundry
10.3. Paper
10.3.1. Coated
10.3.2. Packaging
10.4. Textiles

11. Water-Based Brightening Agent Market, by End User

11.1. Household
11.2. Industrial

12. Water-Based Brightening Agent Market, by Sales Channel

12.1. Offline
12.2. Online

13. Water-Based Brightening Agent Market, by Region

13.1. Americas
13.1.1. North America
13.1.2. Latin America
13.2. Europe, Middle East & Africa
13.2.1. Europe
13.2.2. Middle East
13.2.3. Africa
13.3. Asia-Pacific

14. Water-Based Brightening Agent Market, by Group

14.1. ASEAN
14.2. GCC
14.3. European Union
14.4. BRICS
14.5. G7
14.6. NATO

15. Water-Based Brightening Agent Market, by Country

15.1. United States
15.2. Canada
15.3. Mexico
15.4. Brazil
15.5. United Kingdom
15.6. Germany
15.7. France
15.8. Russia
15.9. Italy
15.10. Spain
15.11. China
15.12. India
15.13. Japan
15.14. Australia
15.15. South Korea

16. United States Water-Based Brightening Agent Market
17. China Water-Based Brightening Agent Market

18. Competitive Landscape

18.1. Market Concentration Analysis, 2025
18.1.1. Concentration Ratio (CR)
18.1.2. Herfindahl Hirschman Index (HHI)
18.2. Recent Developments & Impact Analysis, 2025
18.3. Product Portfolio Analysis, 2025
18.4. Benchmarking Analysis, 2025
18.5. Akzo Nobel N.V.
18.6. Arkema S.A.
18.7. BASF SE
18.8. Clariant AG
18.9. Evonik Industries AG
18.10. Gk Biochemical Corporation
18.11. Harshil Chem
18.12. Huntsman International LLC
18.13. J H Chemicals
18.14. Kemira Oyj
18.15. Megha International
18.16. Nouryon Holding B.V.
18.17. Pacific Texchem Private Limited
18.18. Pondy Agro Chemicals Private Limited
18.19. Research Dye Chem Private Limited
18.20. S D International
18.21. Solvay S.A.
18.22. Syntron Industries Private Limited
18.23. The Dow Chemical Company
18.24. Vinipul Inorganics Private Limited

List of Figures

FIGURE 1. GLOBAL WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, 2018-2032 (USD MILLION)
FIGURE 2. GLOBAL WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SHARE, BY KEY PLAYER, 2025
FIGURE 3. GLOBAL WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET, FPNV POSITIONING MATRIX, 2025
FIGURE 4. GLOBAL WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, BY FORM, 2025 VS 2026 VS 2032 (USD MILLION)
FIGURE 5. GLOBAL WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, BY RAW MATERIAL, 2025 VS 2026 VS 2032 (USD MILLION)
FIGURE 6. GLOBAL WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, BY APPLICATION, 2025 VS 2026 VS 2032 (USD MILLION)
FIGURE 7. GLOBAL WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, BY END USER, 2025 VS 2026 VS 2032 (USD MILLION)
FIGURE 8. GLOBAL WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, BY SALES CHANNEL, 2025 VS 2026 VS 2032 (USD MILLION)
FIGURE 9. GLOBAL WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, BY REGION, 2025 VS 2026 VS 2032 (USD MILLION)
FIGURE 10. GLOBAL WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, BY GROUP, 2025 VS 2026 VS 2032 (USD MILLION)
FIGURE 11. GLOBAL WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, BY COUNTRY, 2025 VS 2026 VS 2032 (USD MILLION)
FIGURE 12. UNITED STATES WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, 2018-2032 (USD MILLION)
FIGURE 13. CHINA WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, 2018-2032 (USD MILLION)

List of Tables

TABLE 1. GLOBAL WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, 2018-2032 (USD MILLION)
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TABLE 34. GLOBAL WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, BY DISHWASHING, BY REGION, 2018-2032 (USD MILLION)
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TABLE 95. EUROPE, MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, BY SUBREGION, 2018-2032 (USD MILLION)
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TABLE 128. AFRICA WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, BY PAPER, 2018-2032 (USD MILLION)
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TABLE 130. AFRICA WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, BY SALES CHANNEL, 2018-2032 (USD MILLION)
TABLE 131. ASIA-PACIFIC WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, BY COUNTRY, 2018-2032 (USD MILLION)
TABLE 132. ASIA-PACIFIC WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, BY FORM, 2018-2032 (USD MILLION)
TABLE 133. ASIA-PACIFIC WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, BY RAW MATERIAL, 2018-2032 (USD MILLION)
TABLE 134. ASIA-PACIFIC WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, BY FLUORESCENT WHITENING AGENTS, 2018-2032 (USD MILLION)
TABLE 135. ASIA-PACIFIC WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, BY APPLICATION, 2018-2032 (USD MILLION)
TABLE 136. ASIA-PACIFIC WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, BY DETERGENTS, 2018-2032 (USD MILLION)
TABLE 137. ASIA-PACIFIC WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, BY PAPER, 2018-2032 (USD MILLION)
TABLE 138. ASIA-PACIFIC WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, BY END USER, 2018-2032 (USD MILLION)
TABLE 139. ASIA-PACIFIC WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, BY SALES CHANNEL, 2018-2032 (USD MILLION)
TABLE 140. GLOBAL WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, BY GROUP, 2018-2032 (USD MILLION)
TABLE 141. ASEAN WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, BY COUNTRY, 2018-2032 (USD MILLION)
TABLE 142. ASEAN WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, BY FORM, 2018-2032 (USD MILLION)
TABLE 143. ASEAN WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, BY RAW MATERIAL, 2018-2032 (USD MILLION)
TABLE 144. ASEAN WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, BY FLUORESCENT WHITENING AGENTS, 2018-2032 (USD MILLION)
TABLE 145. ASEAN WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, BY APPLICATION, 2018-2032 (USD MILLION)
TABLE 146. ASEAN WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, BY DETERGENTS, 2018-2032 (USD MILLION)
TABLE 147. ASEAN WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, BY PAPER, 2018-2032 (USD MILLION)
TABLE 148. ASEAN WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, BY END USER, 2018-2032 (USD MILLION)
TABLE 149. ASEAN WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, BY SALES CHANNEL, 2018-2032 (USD MILLION)
TABLE 150. GCC WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, BY COUNTRY, 2018-2032 (USD MILLION)
TABLE 151. GCC WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, BY FORM, 2018-2032 (USD MILLION)
TABLE 152. GCC WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, BY RAW MATERIAL, 2018-2032 (USD MILLION)
TABLE 153. GCC WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, BY FLUORESCENT WHITENING AGENTS, 2018-2032 (USD MILLION)
TABLE 154. GCC WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, BY APPLICATION, 2018-2032 (USD MILLION)
TABLE 155. GCC WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, BY DETERGENTS, 2018-2032 (USD MILLION)
TABLE 156. GCC WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, BY PAPER, 2018-2032 (USD MILLION)
TABLE 157. GCC WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, BY END USER, 2018-2032 (USD MILLION)
TABLE 158. GCC WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, BY SALES CHANNEL, 2018-2032 (USD MILLION)
TABLE 159. EUROPEAN UNION WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, BY COUNTRY, 2018-2032 (USD MILLION)
TABLE 160. EUROPEAN UNION WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, BY FORM, 2018-2032 (USD MILLION)
TABLE 161. EUROPEAN UNION WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, BY RAW MATERIAL, 2018-2032 (USD MILLION)
TABLE 162. EUROPEAN UNION WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, BY FLUORESCENT WHITENING AGENTS, 2018-2032 (USD MILLION)
TABLE 163. EUROPEAN UNION WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, BY APPLICATION, 2018-2032 (USD MILLION)
TABLE 164. EUROPEAN UNION WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, BY DETERGENTS, 2018-2032 (USD MILLION)
TABLE 165. EUROPEAN UNION WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, BY PAPER, 2018-2032 (USD MILLION)
TABLE 166. EUROPEAN UNION WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, BY END USER, 2018-2032 (USD MILLION)
TABLE 167. EUROPEAN UNION WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, BY SALES CHANNEL, 2018-2032 (USD MILLION)
TABLE 168. BRICS WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, BY COUNTRY, 2018-2032 (USD MILLION)
TABLE 169. BRICS WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, BY FORM, 2018-2032 (USD MILLION)
TABLE 170. BRICS WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, BY RAW MATERIAL, 2018-2032 (USD MILLION)
TABLE 171. BRICS WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, BY FLUORESCENT WHITENING AGENTS, 2018-2032 (USD MILLION)
TABLE 172. BRICS WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, BY APPLICATION, 2018-2032 (USD MILLION)
TABLE 173. BRICS WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, BY DETERGENTS, 2018-2032 (USD MILLION)
TABLE 174. BRICS WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, BY PAPER, 2018-2032 (USD MILLION)
TABLE 175. BRICS WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, BY END USER, 2018-2032 (USD MILLION)
TABLE 176. BRICS WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, BY SALES CHANNEL, 2018-2032 (USD MILLION)
TABLE 177. G7 WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, BY COUNTRY, 2018-2032 (USD MILLION)
TABLE 178. G7 WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, BY FORM, 2018-2032 (USD MILLION)
TABLE 179. G7 WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, BY RAW MATERIAL, 2018-2032 (USD MILLION)
TABLE 180. G7 WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, BY FLUORESCENT WHITENING AGENTS, 2018-2032 (USD MILLION)
TABLE 181. G7 WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, BY APPLICATION, 2018-2032 (USD MILLION)
TABLE 182. G7 WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, BY DETERGENTS, 2018-2032 (USD MILLION)
TABLE 183. G7 WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, BY PAPER, 2018-2032 (USD MILLION)
TABLE 184. G7 WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, BY END USER, 2018-2032 (USD MILLION)
TABLE 185. G7 WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, BY SALES CHANNEL, 2018-2032 (USD MILLION)
TABLE 186. NATO WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, BY COUNTRY, 2018-2032 (USD MILLION)
TABLE 187. NATO WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, BY FORM, 2018-2032 (USD MILLION)
TABLE 188. NATO WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, BY RAW MATERIAL, 2018-2032 (USD MILLION)
TABLE 189. NATO WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, BY FLUORESCENT WHITENING AGENTS, 2018-2032 (USD MILLION)
TABLE 190. NATO WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, BY APPLICATION, 2018-2032 (USD MILLION)
TABLE 191. NATO WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, BY DETERGENTS, 2018-2032 (USD MILLION)
TABLE 192. NATO WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, BY PAPER, 2018-2032 (USD MILLION)
TABLE 193. NATO WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, BY END USER, 2018-2032 (USD MILLION)
TABLE 194. NATO WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, BY SALES CHANNEL, 2018-2032 (USD MILLION)
TABLE 195. GLOBAL WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, BY COUNTRY, 2018-2032 (USD MILLION)
TABLE 196. UNITED STATES WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, 2018-2032 (USD MILLION)
TABLE 197. UNITED STATES WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, BY FORM, 2018-2032 (USD MILLION)
TABLE 198. UNITED STATES WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, BY RAW MATERIAL, 2018-2032 (USD MILLION)
TABLE 199. UNITED STATES WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, BY FLUORESCENT WHITENING AGENTS, 2018-2032 (USD MILLION)
TABLE 200. UNITED STATES WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, BY APPLICATION, 2018-2032 (USD MILLION)
TABLE 201. UNITED STATES WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, BY DETERGENTS, 2018-2032 (USD MILLION)
TABLE 202. UNITED STATES WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, BY PAPER, 2018-2032 (USD MILLION)
TABLE 203. UNITED STATES WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, BY END USER, 2018-2032 (USD MILLION)
TABLE 204. UNITED STATES WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, BY SALES CHANNEL, 2018-2032 (USD MILLION)
TABLE 205. CHINA WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, 2018-2032 (USD MILLION)
TABLE 206. CHINA WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, BY FORM, 2018-2032 (USD MILLION)
TABLE 207. CHINA WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, BY RAW MATERIAL, 2018-2032 (USD MILLION)
TABLE 208. CHINA WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, BY FLUORESCENT WHITENING AGENTS, 2018-2032 (USD MILLION)
TABLE 209. CHINA WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, BY APPLICATION, 2018-2032 (USD MILLION)
TABLE 210. CHINA WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, BY DETERGENTS, 2018-2032 (USD MILLION)
TABLE 211. CHINA WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, BY PAPER, 2018-2032 (USD MILLION)
TABLE 212. CHINA WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, BY END USER, 2018-2032 (USD MILLION)
TABLE 213. CHINA WATER-BASED BRIGHTENING AGENT MARKET SIZE, BY SALES CHANNEL, 2018-2032 (USD MILLION)

Companies Mentioned

The key companies profiled in this Water-Based Brightening Agent market report include:

Akzo Nobel N.V.
Arkema S.A.
BASF SE
Clariant AG
Evonik Industries AG
Gk Biochemical Corporation
Harshil Chem
Huntsman International LLC
J H Chemicals
Kemira Oyj
Megha International
Nouryon Holding B.V.
Pacific Texchem Private Limited
Pondy Agro Chemicals Private Limited
Research Dye Chem Private Limited
S D International
Solvay S.A.
Syntron Industries Private Limited
The Dow Chemical Company
Vinipul Inorganics Private Limited

Table Information

Report Attribute	Details
No. of Pages	187
Published	January 2026
Forecast Period	2026 - 2032
Estimated Market Value ( USD ) in 2026	$ 2.72 Billion
Forecasted Market Value ( USD ) by 2032	$ 3.78 Billion
Compound Annual Growth Rate	5.5%
Regions Covered	Global
No. of Companies Mentioned	21

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Market Snapshot: Water-Based Brightening Agent Market

Scope & Segmentation

Key Takeaways for Senior Decision-Makers

Tariff Impact: Navigating Market Complexity

Methodology & Data Sources

Why This Report Matters

Conclusion

Table of Contents

Companies Mentioned

Table Information

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