Antifoaming agents are chemicals added in small amounts to liquids to prevent or reduce foaming. Foam is formed in processes where air is dispersed in a liquid system due to agitation. Excessive foam can impact operating efficiencies and lead to process upsets. Antifoaming agents control foam by modifying the surface properties of bubbles and aiding in their coalescence and rupture. Industries such as food & beverages, pharmaceuticals, paper & pulp, and petroleum & refining commonly utilize antifoaming agents. Rising demand from downstream sectors and need to improve production efficiencies are expected to drive growth in the antifoaming agent market in the coming years.
Market Dynamics:
The antifoaming agent market is projected to witness robust growth over the forecast period driven by factors such as expanding food processing and pharmaceutical industries globally. Foam formation leads to operational issues in many industrial processes necessitating antifoaming agents for control. Additionally, stringent regulations regarding wastewater discharge have propelled demand from end-use sectors. However, toxic nature of certain antifoaming agents poses regulatory challenges. Market players are increasingly focusing on developing bio-based and environment-friendly product alternatives to capitalize on opportunities arising from sustainability imperatives. Additionally, growing adoption of antifoaming agents in emerging applications such as coatings further expands viable growth avenues.
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