The Global Mold Release Agents Market was valued at USD 2.5 billion in 2025 and is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 4.8% to reach USD 4 billion by 2035.
The demand for mold release agents is being driven by the automotive sector’s push for lighter vehicles and improved fuel efficiency, which has increased the use of plastics, rubber, and composite components. Advanced materials such as reinforced plastics and composites require high-performance release solutions to ensure defect-free surfaces and precise dimensional accuracy, particularly in high-volume manufacturing. The adoption of lightweight components in commercial and passenger vehicles supports sustained demand for specialty mold release products. Rising aerospace production, coupled with the increasing incorporation of composites in airframes and structural components, is also driving the need for advanced release agents that can handle complex geometries without defects. Additionally, the miniaturization of electronics and sophisticated semiconductor packaging is creating a growing need for release agents capable of ultra-fine, high-precision molding.
The silicone-based agents segment reached USD 1 billion in 2025. These products are widely preferred in automotive, plastics, rubber, and composite production due to their high thermal stability, excellent release performance, and broad compatibility with molding materials, making them ideal for high-volume, precision manufacturing.
The aerosol and spray formulations segment generated USD 1.1 billion in 2025. The popularity of these forms is driven by their ability to provide uniform coverage, precise application, and lower labor intensity, making them suitable for automated and large-scale production lines. Their consistent performance on intricate mold surfaces makes them highly versatile across multiple industries.
North America Mold Release Agents Market accounted for 39.2% share in 2025, supported by a mature manufacturing ecosystem. The United States is the leading regional consumer, driven by automotive production, aerospace composites, high-precision plastics, and rubber molding industries, where uniform demolding and surface quality are critical. Growth is further bolstered by the adoption of water-based, low-VOC, and PFAS-free formulations under stringent environmental and workplace safety regulations.
Key players in the Mold Release Agents Market include Henkel Corporation, Wacker Chemie AG, Daikin Industries Ltd., Chem-Trend L.P., DOW, Shin-Etsu Chemical Co. Ltd., Michelman, Cresset Chemical Company, Marbocote Ltd., AXEL Plastics Research Laboratories, LORD Corporation, Croda International Plc, Grignard Company LLC, and REXCO. Companies in the Mold Release Agents Market are strengthening their foothold by investing in R&D to develop high-performance, environmentally friendly formulations that meet global compliance standards. Strategic partnerships with automotive, aerospace, and electronics manufacturers help expand the adoption of specialized agents. Firms are also focusing on geographic expansion, targeting regions with growing automotive, aerospace, and semiconductor industries.
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The demand for mold release agents is being driven by the automotive sector’s push for lighter vehicles and improved fuel efficiency, which has increased the use of plastics, rubber, and composite components. Advanced materials such as reinforced plastics and composites require high-performance release solutions to ensure defect-free surfaces and precise dimensional accuracy, particularly in high-volume manufacturing. The adoption of lightweight components in commercial and passenger vehicles supports sustained demand for specialty mold release products. Rising aerospace production, coupled with the increasing incorporation of composites in airframes and structural components, is also driving the need for advanced release agents that can handle complex geometries without defects. Additionally, the miniaturization of electronics and sophisticated semiconductor packaging is creating a growing need for release agents capable of ultra-fine, high-precision molding.
The silicone-based agents segment reached USD 1 billion in 2025. These products are widely preferred in automotive, plastics, rubber, and composite production due to their high thermal stability, excellent release performance, and broad compatibility with molding materials, making them ideal for high-volume, precision manufacturing.
The aerosol and spray formulations segment generated USD 1.1 billion in 2025. The popularity of these forms is driven by their ability to provide uniform coverage, precise application, and lower labor intensity, making them suitable for automated and large-scale production lines. Their consistent performance on intricate mold surfaces makes them highly versatile across multiple industries.
North America Mold Release Agents Market accounted for 39.2% share in 2025, supported by a mature manufacturing ecosystem. The United States is the leading regional consumer, driven by automotive production, aerospace composites, high-precision plastics, and rubber molding industries, where uniform demolding and surface quality are critical. Growth is further bolstered by the adoption of water-based, low-VOC, and PFAS-free formulations under stringent environmental and workplace safety regulations.
Key players in the Mold Release Agents Market include Henkel Corporation, Wacker Chemie AG, Daikin Industries Ltd., Chem-Trend L.P., DOW, Shin-Etsu Chemical Co. Ltd., Michelman, Cresset Chemical Company, Marbocote Ltd., AXEL Plastics Research Laboratories, LORD Corporation, Croda International Plc, Grignard Company LLC, and REXCO. Companies in the Mold Release Agents Market are strengthening their foothold by investing in R&D to develop high-performance, environmentally friendly formulations that meet global compliance standards. Strategic partnerships with automotive, aerospace, and electronics manufacturers help expand the adoption of specialized agents. Firms are also focusing on geographic expansion, targeting regions with growing automotive, aerospace, and semiconductor industries.
Comprehensive Market Analysis and Forecast
- Industry trends, key growth drivers, challenges, future opportunities, and regulatory landscape
- Competitive landscape with Porter’s Five Forces and PESTEL analysis
- Market size, segmentation, and regional forecasts
- In-depth company profiles, business strategies, financial insights, and SWOT analysis
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Table of Contents
Chapter 1 Methodology & Scope
Chapter 2 Executive Summary
Chapter 3 Industry Insights
Chapter 4 Competitive Landscape, 2025
Chapter 5 Market Estimates and Forecast, by Product Type, 2022-2035 (USD Billion) (Kilo Tons)
Chapter 6 Market Estimates and Forecast, by Form, 2022-2035 (USD Billion) (Kilo Tons)
Chapter 7 Market Estimates and Forecast, by End Use Industry, 2022-2035 (USD Billion) (Kilo Tons)
Chapter 8 Market Estimates and Forecast, by Region, 2022-2035 (USD Billion) (Kilo Tons)
Chapter 9 Company Profiles
Companies Mentioned
The companies profiled in this Mold Release Agents market report include:- AXEL Plastics Research Laboratories
- Chem-Trend L.P.
- Cresset Chemical Company
- Croda International Plc
- Daikin Industries Ltd.
- Grignard Company LLC
- Henkel Corporation
- LORD Corporation
- Marbocote Ltd.
- Michelman
- REXCO
- Shin‑Etsu Chemical Co. Ltd.
- Wacker Chemie AG
- DOW
Table Information
| Report Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| No. of Pages | 210 |
| Published | January 2026 |
| Forecast Period | 2025 - 2035 |
| Estimated Market Value ( USD | $ 2.5 Billion |
| Forecasted Market Value ( USD | $ 4 Billion |
| Compound Annual Growth Rate | 4.8% |
| Regions Covered | Global |
| No. of Companies Mentioned | 15 |
