The global anti-caking agents market is valued at USD 866.7 million in 2025 and is poised to reach USD 1,371.2 million by 2035, which shows a CAGR of 4.8%. Growth will be driven by the rising demand for processed and packaged foods, the expansion of the animal feed industry, and the growing use of anti-caking agents in fertilizers to improve flowability and prevent clumping.
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| 2025 Market Size | USD 866.7 million |
| 2035 Market Size | USD 1,371.2 million |
| CAGR (2025 to 2035) | 4.8% |
Moreover, increasing health and wellness trends are boosting the preference for natural anti-caking agents, encouraging manufacturers to reformulate products with clean-label ingredients to meet consumer expectations.
Japan is projected to record the highest CAGR in the market at 5.2%, driven by rising demand for instant noodles and processed foods. Germany will follow with a CAGR of 3.5% due to strong fertilizer and dairy sectors, while the USA will grow at 3.2%, supported by high processed food consumption and fertilizer use.
Fertilizers will lead the application segment with a 35.2% share, and the synthetic source segment will dominate with a 52.6% share, driven by its cost-effectiveness, high functionality, and widespread use across food, feed, and industrial applications.
The market holds a relatively small but essential share within its parent markets. In the food additives segment, it accounts for around 3% due to its specific use in powdered products to maintain a free-flowing texture. Within feed additives, its share is approximately 4%, driven by the increasing demand for compound feed globally.
In fertilizer additives, it represents nearly 5% as it plays a critical role in preventing clumping and ensuring efficient application. Its share in functional food ingredients is about 2% because it indirectly supports product quality, while in industrial additives, it holds around 1% due to niche applications.
The market segments include source, product type, application, and region. The source segment covers natural and synthetic sources. The product type segment includes sodium compound, calcium compound, magnesium compound, silicon dioxide, microcrystalline cellulose, and other product types (such as phosphate compounds and tricalcium phosphate).
The application segment comprises food & beverages, animal feed, pharmaceuticals, fertilizers, and other applications (including cosmetics, personal care, and industrial chemicals). The regional segment includes North America, Latin America, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, Balkans & Baltic, Russia & Belarus, Central Asia, East Asia, South Asia & Pacific, and the Middle East & Africa.
The synthetic source segment is projected to hold a 52.6% market share in 2025.
The sodium compound segment is projected to hold a market share of approximately 30% in 2025 within the market.
The fertilizer segment is expected to remain the most lucrative application segment in the market, holding a 35.2% market share in 2025.
The global market is growing steadily, driven by rising demand for processed and packaged foods, increasing use in fertilizers to enhance product flowability, and advancements in natural and nano-sized anti-caking agent formulations across food, feed, and industrial applications.
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Among the top five countries, Japan is projected to witness the highest growth in the market with a CAGR of 5.2% during the forecast period, driven by rising demand for instant food mixes and technological advancements. Germany follows with a CAGR of 3.5%, supported by strong fertilizer and food industries.
The USA is expected to grow at 3.2% due to high processed food consumption, while France will see a moderate CAGR of 3.0%, backed by its robust bakery sector. The UK will register the slowest growth among these countries, with a steady CAGR of 2.8%.
The report covers an in-depth analysis of 40+ countries; five top-performing OECD countries are highlighted below.
The USA anti-caking agents market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 3.2% during the forecast period.
Sales of anti-caking agents in the UK are expected to register a steady CAGR of around 2.8% over 2025 to 2035.
Sales of anti-caking agents in Germany are projected to grow at a CAGR of 3.5% from 2025-2035.
France’s anti-caking agents revenue is expected to grow at a CAGR of 3.0% during the forecast period.
Japan’s anti-caking agent demand is projected to register a CAGR of 5.2% during the forecast period, driven by rapid growth in packaged food consumption, rising demand for instant food mixes, and advancements in food technology enhancing product efficiency and stability.
The market is moderately fragmented, featuring a mix of global leaders and regional players. Top-tier companies such as BASF SE, Solvay SA, Kao Group, Evonik Industries AG, and PPG Industries, Inc. dominate the market through extensive R&D investments, strategic partnerships, and product innovations.
For instance, BASF SE has streamlined its portfolio by divesting non-core businesses, while Solvay SA has invested in expanding its hydrogen peroxide production to meet growing demand. Kao Group has introduced nano-sized anti-caking particles, improving efficiency and aligning with clean-label trends. Evonik Industries AG has focused on sustainable silica production, and PPG Industries, Inc. has developed high-capacity carrying agents for bulk applications.
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| Report Attributes | Details |
|---|---|
| Current Total Market Size (2025) | USD 866.7 million |
| Projected Market Size (2035) | USD 1,371.2 million |
| CAGR (2025 to 2035) | 4.8% |
| Base Year for Estimation | 2024 |
| Historical Period | 2020 to 2024 |
| Projections Period | 2025 to 2035 |
| Market Analysis Parameters | Revenue in USD million/Volume in kilotons |
| By Source | Natural Source, Synthetic Source |
| By Product Type | Sodium Compound, Calcium Compound, Magnesium Compound, Silicon Dioxide, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Other Product Types (Phosphate Compounds, Tricalcium Phosphate, Potassium Ferrocyanide, Sodium Ferrocyanide, Calcium Silicate, And Talc) |
| By Application | Food & Beverages, Animal Feed, Pharmaceuticals, Fertilizer, Other Applications (Cosmetics, Personal Care Products, And Industrial Chemicals) |
| Regions Covered | North America, Latin America, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, Balkans & Baltic, Russia & Belarus, Central Asia, East Asia, South Asia & Pacific, Middle East & Africa |
| Countries Covered | United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Germany, France, China, Japan, South Korea, Brazil, Australia |
| Key Players | BASF SE, Solvay SA, Kao Group, PPG Industries, Inc., ArrMaz, R. Grace & Co.-Conn., Evonik Industries AG, JELU-WERK J. Ehrler GmbH & Co. KG, Allied Blending LP, EP Minerals, Agropur Ingredients, PQ Corporation, Neelam Aqua & Speciality Chem. (P) Ltd., Dorf Ketal, Omya International AG, and NAQ |
| Additional Attributes | Dollar sales by value, market share analysis by region, and country-wise analysis |
As per Product Type, the industry has been categorized into Sodium Compound, Calcium Compound, Magnesium Compound, Silicon Dioxide, Microcrystalline cellulose, and Other Product Type.
As per Source, the industry has been categorized into Natural Source, and Synthetic Source.
This segment is further categorized into Food & Beverages, Pharmaceuticals, Animal Feed, Fertilizer, and Other Applications.
Industry analysis has been carried out in key countries of North America, Latin America, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, East Asia, South Asia & Pacific, Central Asia, Russia and Belarus, Balkan & Baltics, and the Middle East & Africa.
The market is valued at USD 866.7 million in 2025.
The market is projected to reach USD 1,371.2 million by 2035.
Japan is the fastest-growing country with a CAGR of 5.2%.
The fertilizer segment leads with a 35.2% market share in 2025.
The market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 4.8% during this period.
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