U.S. Antifog Additives Market Size, Share & COVID-19 Impact Analysis, By Type, (Glycerol Esters, Polyglycerol Esters, Sorbitan Esters of Fatty Acids, Ethoxylated Sorbitan Esters, Polyoxyethylene Esters, and Others), By Application (Food Packaging Films and Agricultural Films), and Country Forecast, 2023-2030

The U.S. antifog additives market size was valued at USD 61.9 million in 2022 and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 4.9% during the forecast period.

 The growth of the U.S. antifog additives market is associated with the increasing consumption of packed food owing to consumers' busy and modern lifestyles. Moreover, the country has many packed food manufacturers due to the rise in shopping malls, food courts, and mega markets where most of the food is sold in different kinds of polymer and plastic packaging. Thus, the growing presence of key manufacturers of antifog additives and the rise in the consumption of this product in various end-use industries is anticipated to boost its adoption in the U.S.

In the historical period, the COVID-19 pandemic slightly impacted the U.S. market growth as the number of patients was high in the country, which led to a complete or temporary shutdown of the manufacturing units and business operations.

U.S. Antifog Additives Market Trends

Increasing Use of Antifog Additives in Greenhouses is Prominent Market Trend

The use of antifog additives in agricultural films is expected to increase farming activities in greenhouses. In innovative farming techniques, these additives enhance light transmission and reduce the formation of water droplets on the greenhouse film. As a result, the harvest gets enough light and temperature to grow. Thus, these factors are anticipated to boost the consumption of the product in agricultural operations.

U.S. Antifog Additives Market Growth Factors

Rising Demand for Fog-Free Packed Foods to Boost Market Growth

The consumption of antifog additives has increased over time in the U.S. The product is highly used in food packaging films due to its specific chemical properties. These additives lower a polymer film’s surface tension and reduce the hot and cold fogging on the surface. For instance, additives, such as glycerol esters and polyglycerol esters reduce the formation of hot and cold fog on the surface. Therefore, these additives are used to manufacture food wrapping films for different end-use applications.

The demand for ready-to-eat foods has gradually increased in the country over the past few years owing to busy lifestyles and changes in consumers' food consumption behavior. Also, customers have become more aware of health and hygiene after the COVID-19 pandemic hit the country. This has increased the demand for food delivery websites, helping the food packaging industry expand and further propelling the product demand. Moreover, using food wrapping films and plastic containers ensures the food’s safety expands its lifespan. Thus, increased demand for packaged foods is anticipated to boost the market’s growth during the forecast period.

RESTRAINING FACTORS

Environmental Constraints to Hinder Market Growth

Environmental laws and regulations regarding the use of plastic packaging in the U.S. are anticipated to hinder the market's growth. For instance, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) imposed a partial or full-time ban on using polystyrene containers in states, such as California and Massachusetts. Such government policies on plastic films are expected to hinder the U.S. antifog additives market growth.

U.S. Antifog Additives Market Segmentation Analysis

By Type Analysis

Based on type, the market is segmented into glycerol esters, polyglycerol esters, sorbitan esters of fatty acids, ethoxylated sorbitan esters, polyoxyethylene esters, and others.

The ethoxylated sorbitan esters segment accounted for the largest U.S. antifog additives market share in 2022 and is expected to remain dominant during the forecast period. The segment's growth is due to the high demand for cold fog-free films for packing frozen foods.

The others segment, which includes glycerol esters, sorbitan esters of fatty acids, and polyoxyethylene esters, is growing steadily due to the strong expansion of the packaging industry. These types of additives enhance the shelf life of the packaging, provide better light transmission, and act as emulsifiers. Hence, the superior properties of these additives will boost the segment’s growth during the forecast period.

By Application Analysis

Based on application, the market is segmented into food packaging films and agricultural films.

Food packaging films is the dominant application in the market. The growing e-commerce industry is driving the growth of the food packaging film segment in the market. After the pandemic, consumers started buying food products online to ensure that they adhere to the social distancing norms. This has resulted in a high demand for packaged food products, further surging the demand for packing material. Foods ordered from online platforms are delivered through packaging films. Therefore, the segment’s growth is propelling the product’s demand.

Rise in the demand for packed fresh fruits, vegetables, and other agricultural products from online shopping websites and physical stores is expected to drive the growth of the agricultural film segment. Additionally, the agricultural companies are anticipated to increase greenhouse farming activities. As a result, the demand for agricultural films is increasing, further propelling the consumption of antifog additives.

List of Key Companies in U.S. Antifog Additives Market

The market showcases the involvement of prominent and new manufacturers of antifog additives. Prominent contenders include Nippon Steel Corporation, JFE Steel Corporation, Baosteel Group Corporation, and ArcelorMittal. These industry leaders primarily vie in terms of the functional attributes and pricing of their offerings. They prioritize social media marketing, acquisitions, partnerships, and product advancement to augment their market footprint. For example, in October 2020, Avon inaugurated its premier physical, fully immersive experiential hub dubbed Studio 1886, featuring Avon’s top allied experts, cosmetics, skincare, and personal care.

LIST OF KEY COMPANIES PROFILED:

• Croda International Plc (U.K.)


• Avient (U.S.)


• LyondellBasell Industries Holdings B.V. (U.S.)


• Emery Oleochemicals (U.S.)


• Corbion (Netherlands)


• Evonik Industries AG (Germany)


• Polyvel Inc. (U.S.)


• Primex Plastics Corporation (U.S.)


• Palsgaard (Denmark)

KEY INDUSTRY DEVELOPMENTS:

• October 2022: Emery Oleochemicals announced a partnership with Sukano. The partnership aimed to develop and launch a PET antifogging compound made from natural oils and fat.

REPORT COVERAGE

The report thoroughly examines key factors, such as leading companies, applications, and products. It also provides information on the latest market trends and highlights significant advancements in the industry. The study also includes different variables that have contributed to the market's growth in recent years. It examines the industry's newest market dynamics, opportunities, historical data, and revenue growth estimates at the country level.

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