Food Grade Sodium Hypochlorite Market Outlook (2023 to 2033)
The food-grade sodium hypochlorite market is estimated to secure a valuation of US$ 5.1 Billion in 2023 and is estimated to rise to US$ 9.4 Billion by 2033. The market is anticipated at a CAGR of 6.3% during the forecast period. the factor accelerating the demand for food-grade sodium hypochlorite are as follows-
Increasing adoption and demand for products with food-grade sodium hypochlorite
Technological advances in the food & Beverage industry
Increased demand for hygienic and disinfectant products
Increased application as a household cleaner
Increased use of deodorizing products
The growing industrialization and urbanization
Growing wastewater management
The growing demand for everyday cleaning products
Favourable government initiatives for products development
The increasing application of food-grade sodium hypochlorite in end-use industry
North America dominates the market for food-grade sodium hydrochloride during the forecast period.
Sodium hypochlorite is produced by combining chlorine gas with caustic soda and is a highly effective bleaching agent, oxidant, sterilizer, germicide, and disinfectant. It is highly active, volatile, polymer greenish yellow and highly used as a disinfectant in households. The food grade sodium hypochlorite is mainly available in liquid as well as powdered form.
The increasing application of food-grade sodium hypochlorite in wastewater treatment as well as in household application is the main factor driving the market growth. The food grade sodium hypochlorite has applications in the food and beverage industry for equipment cleaning and disinfecting.
The increasing demand for surface disinfectants, cleaning products, and detergents due to growing awareness about the importance of using high-quality cleaning agents to maintain hygiene and cleanliness are likely to drive the growth of the food-grade sodium hypochlorite market during the forecast period.
Regionally, North America is expected to be highly lucrative for the food-grade grade sodium hypochlorite market due to increased application as a chlorinating agent and biocide in wastewater management.
Asia Pacific accounts for the highest share of food-grade sodium hypochlorite during the forecast period the growth of the market in the region is attributed to the increased use of hygienic and disinfectant products, also increasing disposable income, and rising spending power. The growing industrialization in countries like India and China, and the continuously growing need for wastewater treatment are also contributing to regional growth.
Some of the leading players operating in food grade sodium hypochlorite market are AGC group, sunbelt chemical corporation, Orica water care and shanghai polymer commodities, Odyssey manufacturing co., Solvay chemicals, Akzo Nobel N.V., BASF SE, Olin Corporation, and Arkema Inc among many others.
The food-grade sodium hypochlorite market is fragmented in nature with the presence of well-established players and several small and medium players. To increase their market share the market players are adopting various strategies like mergers, acquisitions, partnerships, and new product launches. Also, the players are concentrating on using advanced technology and enhancing operational efficiency.
For instance, in March 2021- Solvay’s ready-to-use Actizone 5 is verified for 24-hour virus protection on a variety of commonly used surfaces and was scientifically proven to deliver long-lasting protection from viruses.
In the coming years, the food-grade sodium hypochlorite market is expected to witness heightened competition as more players are entering the market and existing ones are expanding their product offerings. the market players are developing new innovative products to cater to the increasing demand. Also, the market players have increased research and development to enhance the quality and efficiency of the product.
Data Point
Key statistics
Expected Market value in 2023
US$ 5.1 Billion
Projected Market Value in 2033
US$ 9.4 Billion
Growth Rate (2023 to 2033)
CAGR of 6.3%
Sodium hypochlorite is used in nontoxic food preparation and production. Food grade sodium hypochlorite solutions sterilize food organizing machinery, food preparation surfaces, appliances and vessels of all types involved in preparing, manufacturing and transporting the foods. It is used to destroy germs that are associated with raw foods.
Inorganic salt of hypochlorite is known as sodium hypochlorite. It is man-made commercially in the presence of active electrodes by charging chlorine gas into dilute sodium hydroxide (NaOH) solution and the process is called Hooker process.
It is a highly corrosive, clear and unstable liquid with a pungent odor. The sodium hypochlorite market is estimated to increase suggestively due to swift growth in end-user productions such as water treatment, and agriculture.
Asia Pacific food grade sodium hypochlorite market is anticipated to grow significantly, as the industries in the Asia Pacific region are amongst the major contributors to the GDP of the region. Food grade sodium hypochlorite market demand is projected to add fuel to the global demand for domestic use as well as for municipal water treatment use.
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Growing Application of Food Grade Sodium Hypochlorite to Bolster the Market’s Growth Trajectory
Sodium hypochlorite is also used as a sterilizer in cleaner formulations, especially in equipment for food processing and restaurants. Sodium hypochlorite is basically used as a chlorinating agent and biocide in municipal water treatment plants.
The food grade sodium hypochlorite market is driven by its demand in water treatment applications and surface cleaner formulations. However, ambiguity and hazardous nature of food grade sodium hypochlorite due to its solid reacting properties might impede the market growth.
Global Food Grade Sodium Hypochlorite: Key Players
Some of the market players include
AGC group
Sunbelt Chemical Corporations
Orica Watercare and Shanghai Polymet Commodities Ltd.
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Opportunities for Global Food Grade Sodium Hypochlorite Market Participants
In terms of geography, North America is a major consumer for food grade sodium hypochlorite especially in the waste water treatment applications. Asia Pacific is the leading customer of food grade sodium hypochlorite riding on high sales of household bleaching products to its large population.
Key industrial economies including India, Japan, South Korea and China are the key consumers of food grade sodium hypochlorite for application in waste water treatment, and as a sterilizer in equipment of food processing. The most populated countries, India and China are growing rapidly and witnessing increasing disposable income and purchase power parity of the general population.
This is expected to fuel market growth of household products including use in water treatment, which in turn is expected to fuel demand for food grade sodium hypochlorite in the region. In Rest of the World, South Africa, Brazil and Argentina contribute to major demand for the market. Europe is expected to witness comparatively slower growth than other regions due to its stringent regulations.
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Regional Analysis Includes
North America (USA, Canada)
Latin America (Mexico, Brazil, Rest of Latin America)
Europe (Germany, United Kingdom, France, Italy, Spain, BENELUX, Poland, Russia, Nordic, Rest of Europe)
East Asia (China, Japan, South Korea)
South Asia (India, Thailand, Malaysia, Vietnam, Indonesia)
Oceania (Australia, New Zealand)
Middle East & Africa (GCC Countries, South Africa, Rest of MEA)
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A separate analysis of prevailing trends in the parent market, macro- and micro-economic indicators, and regulations and mandates is included under the purview of the study. By doing so, the food grade sodium hypochlorite market report projects the attractiveness of each major segment over the forecast period.
Global Food Grade Sodium Hypochlorite: Market Segmentation
