Mold Release Agents Market by Type (Water-based, Solvent-based), Application (Die-casting, Rubber Molding, Plastic Molding, Concrete, PU Molding, Wood Composite & Panel Pressing, Composite Molding, Others), & Region - Global Forecast to 2030

The mold release agents market is projected to grow from USD 2.39 billion in 2025 to USD 3.25 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 6.32% between 2025 and 2030.



“Regulatory compliance and manufacturing efficiency requirements to drive the mold release agents market’s growth”

The mold release agents market is growing due to the increasing regulations related to environmental safety and emissions. Manufacturers are progressively adopting water-based and low-emission formulations to comply with these requirements. The shift also aligns with end-use industries’ heightened focus on achieving high production efficiency, improved surface quality, and enhanced mold durability. As a result, high-performance mold release agents have become essential for their operations.

“By application, the PU molding segment is projected to account for the third-largest market share during the forecast period.”

In 2024, the PU molding segment accounted for the third-largest share of the overall mold release agents market. And this trend is expected to continue during the forecast period. The growth of the market is due to the widespread use of polyurethane in various sectors, including automotive parts, insulation materials, furniture, and construction products. Additionally, the increasing demand for flexible and rigid foams, along with rising production volumes, has sustained the need for effective mold release agents. Moreover, the desire to improve surface finish, reduce cycle times, and enhance production efficiency is further boosting the demand for mold release agents in PU molding applications.

“By type, the water-based mold release agents segment is projected to be the fastest-growing segment during the forecast period.”

The water-based mold release agents segment is projected to be the fastest-growing type in terms of value during the forecast period. This growth is driven by stricter government regulations aimed at reducing VOC emissions. As awareness of environmental protection increases, manufacturers are increasingly adopting water-based mold release agents, which are not only environmentally friendly but also easy to process and versatile. Additionally, advancements in formulation technology have further improved their release performance and durability, making them a commercially viable alternative to solvent-based products.

“North America accounted for the third-largest share in the global mold release agents market, in terms of value, in 2024.”

North America was the third-largest mold release agents market in 2024. The established end user markets, such as the automotive, construction, rubber & plastic, and composite industries, drive growth in the region. Additionally, the region has a well-established manufacturing sector, with a high adoption of advanced molding technology and a strong emphasis on quality and process improvements, which is also contributing to its growth. Moreover, strict government regulations with respect to the environment and safety factors are favoring advanced mold release agents, which is further propelling growth.

• By Company Type: Tier 1 – 55%, Tier 2 – 25%, and Tier 3 – 20%
• By Designation: Directors – 50%, Managers – 30%, and Others – 20%
• By Region: North America – 40%, Europe – 35%, Asia Pacific – 20%, RoW – 5%

The key players profiled in the report include Freudenberg Group (Germany), Daikin Industries, Ltd. (Japan), Henkel AG & Co. KGaA (Germany), LANXESS AG (Germany), Shin-Etsu Chemical Co., Ltd. (Japan), Dow Inc. (US), Michelman, Inc. (US), Marbocote Ltd. (UK), McGee Industries, Inc. (US), and Miller-Stephenson, Inc. (US).

Study Coverage

This report segments the mold release agents market based on type, application, and region. It provides estimations of value (USD million) for the overall market size across various regions. A detailed analysis of key industry players has also been conducted to provide insights into their business overviews, services, and key strategies associated with the mold release agents market.

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This research report is focused on various levels of analysis—industry analysis (industry trends), market share analysis of top players, and company profiles. They together provide an overall view of the competitive landscape; emerging and high-growth segments of the mold release agents market; high-growth regions; and market drivers, restraints, and opportunities.

The report provides insights into the following points:

• Market Penetration: Comprehensive information on mold release agents offered by top players in the global market
• Analysis of key drivers: (Rapid growth of automotive and construction industries, increasing demand from automotive and furniture applications), restraints (Stringent regulations on solvent-based mold release agents, rising use of non-stick coatings on molds), opportunities (infrastructure development in emerging economies), and challenges (fluctuating raw material prices), influencing the growth of the mold release agents market
• Product Development/Innovation: Detailed insights into upcoming technologies, research & development activities, and product & service launches in the mold release agents market
• Market Development: Comprehensive information about lucrative emerging markets across regions
• Market Diversification: Exhaustive information about products, untapped regions, and recent developments in the global mold release agents market
• Competitive Assessment: In-depth assessment of market shares, strategies, products, and manufacturing capabilities of leading players in the mold release agents market

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