Cellulose Derivatives Market

By Form;

Powder and Granule

By Grade;

Industrial Grade and Pharmaceutical Grade

By Chemical Type;

Cellulose Esters and Regenerated Cellulose

By End User;

Construction, Cosmetics & Pharmaceuticals, Food & Beverage, Paints & Coatings, Plastics, Textile, and Others

By Geography;

North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa, and Latin America - Report Timeline (2021 - 2031)
Report ID: Rn704452610 Published Date: August, 2025

Introduction

Global Cellulose Derivatives Market (USD Million), 2021 - 2031

In the year 2024, the Global Cellulose Derivatives Market was valued at USD 7,160.13 million. The size of this market is expected to increase to USD 11,297.53 million by the year 2031, while growing at a Compounded Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 6.7%.


Cellulose Derivatives Market

*Market size in USD million

CAGR 6.7 %


Study Period2025 - 2031
Base Year2024
CAGR (%)6.7 %
Market Size (2024)USD 7,160.13 Million
Market Size (2031)USD 11,297.53 Million
Market ConcentrationMedium
Report Pages376
7,160.13
2024
11,297.53
2031

Major Players

  • Ashland
  • Celanese Corporation
  • Cerdia International GmbH
  • Daicel Corporation
  • Dow
  • DuPont
  • Eastman Chemical Company
  • FKuR
  • Futamura Chemical Co. Ltd
  • Grasim (Aditya Birla Group)
  • Lenzing AG
  • Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation
  • Nouryon
  • Sappi Limited
  • Shin-Etsu Chemical Co. Ltd
  • Xinjiang Zhongtai Chemical Co. Ltd

Market Concentration

Consolidated - Market dominated by 1 - 5 major players

Cellulose Derivatives Market

Fragmented - Highly competitive market without dominant players


The global cellulose derivatives market encompasses a range of products derived from cellulose, a natural polymer found in the cell walls of plants. These derivatives are widely used in various industries due to their unique properties such as biodegradability, high absorption capacity, and versatility. Major cellulose derivatives include cellulose acetate, cellulose nitrate, carboxymethyl cellulose (CMC), hydroxyethyl cellulose (HEC), and methyl cellulose. Each derivative has specific applications, from film production and textile fibers to food additives and pharmaceuticals, reflecting the diverse utility of cellulose-based materials.

The market for cellulose derivatives has experienced significant growth driven by increasing demand in key sectors such as pharmaceuticals, food and beverages, and personal care. The pharmaceutical industry utilizes cellulose derivatives as excipients and stabilizers in drug formulations, while the food and beverage sector leverages their thickening and stabilizing properties. In personal care, cellulose derivatives are valued for their role in thickening agents and texture enhancers in products like lotions and shampoos. Additionally, growing environmental concerns and a shift towards sustainable products have heightened the appeal of cellulose derivatives due to their biodegradable nature compared to synthetic alternatives.

Geographically, the cellulose derivatives market is expanding across North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and other regions, each contributing to market growth through varying degrees of consumption and production. Asia-Pacific, in particular, is witnessing rapid growth due to its burgeoning industrial base and increasing investments in research and development. Companies are focusing on technological advancements and product innovation to meet the evolving demands of end-users and to capitalize on emerging applications. This dynamic landscape underscores the cellulose derivatives market's potential for sustained growth driven by diverse applications and increasing environmental awareness.

  1. Introduction
    1. Research Objectives and Assumptions
    2. Research Methodology
    3. Abbreviations
  2. Market Definition & Study Scope
  3. Executive Summary
    1. Market Snapshot, By Form
    2. Market Snapshot, By Grade
    3. Market Snapshot, By Chemical Type
    4. Market Snapshot, By End User
    5. Market Snapshot, By Region
  4. Cellulose Derivatives Market Dynamics
    1. Drivers, Restraints and Opportunities
      1. Drivers
        1. Growing Demand for Sustainable Products
        2. Advancements in Production Technology
        3. Rising Industrialization in Emerging Markets
        4. Increasing Use in Pharmaceuticals
      2. Restraints
        1. High Production Costs
        2. Limited Raw Material Availability
        3. Environmental Impact of Manufacturing
        4. Stringent Regulatory Requirements
      3. Opportunities
        1. Innovation in Biodegradable Products
        2. Expansion in Emerging Markets
        3. Growing Applications in Personal Care
        4. Development of Advanced Regenerated Cellulose
    2. PEST Analysis
      1. Political Analysis
      2. Economic Analysis
      3. Social Analysis
      4. Technological Analysis
    3. Porter's Analysis
      1. Bargaining Power of Suppliers
      2. Bargaining Power of Buyers
      3. Threat of Substitutes
      4. Threat of New Entrants
      5. Competitive Rivalry
  5. Market Segmentation
    1. Cellulose Derivatives Market, By Form, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)

      1. Powder

      2. Granule

    2. Cellulose Derivatives Market, By Grade, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. Industrial Grade
      2. Pharmaceutical Grade
    3. Cellulose Derivatives Market, By Chemical Type, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. Cellulose Esters
      2. Regenerated Cellulose
    4. Cellulose Derivatives Market, By End User, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. Construction
      2. Cosmetics & Pharmaceuricals
      3. Food & Beverage
      4. Paints & Coatings
      5. Plastics
      6. Textile
      7. Others
    5. Cellulose Derivatives Market, By Geography, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. North America
        1. United States
        2. Canada
      2. Europe
        1. Germany
        2. United Kingdom
        3. France
        4. Italy
        5. Spain
        6. Nordic
        7. Benelux
        8. Rest of Europe
      3. Asia Pacific
        1. Japan
        2. China
        3. India
        4. Australia & New Zealand
        5. South Korea
        6. ASEAN (Association of South East Asian Countries)
        7. Rest of Asia Pacific
      4. Middle East & Africa
        1. GCC
        2. Israel
        3. South Africa
        4. Rest of Middle East & Africa
      5. Latin America
        1. Brazil
        2. Mexico
        3. Argentina
        4. Rest of Latin America
  6. Competitive Landscape
    1. Company Profiles
      1. Ashland
      2. Celanese Corporation
      3. Cerdia International GmbH
      4. Daicel Corporation
      5. Dow
      6. DuPont
      7. Eastman Chemical Company
      8. FKuR
      9. Futamura Chemical Co. Ltd
      10. Grasim (Aditya Birla Group)
      11. Lenzing AG
      12. Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation
      13. Nouryon
      14. Sappi Limited
      15. Shin-Etsu Chemical Co. Ltd
      16. Xinjiang Zhongtai Chemical Co. Ltd
  7. Analyst Views
  8. Future Outlook of the Market