Formic Acid Market Analysis

  • Report ID: 6743
  • Published Date: Aug 14, 2025
  • Report Format: PDF, PPT

Formic Acid Market Segmentation:

Application (Leather & Textile Processing, Agriculture, Animal Feed, Cleaning, Coating, Rubber, Intermediate)

Leather and textile processing segment is anticipated to account for more than 44.1% formic acid market share by the end of 2035. This high-purity formic acid is widely used for dyeing, finishing processes, and the production of synthetic fibers. Leather and textile producers make high use of formic acid to control the pH level and enhance the dye stability. For instance, the Observatory for Economic Complexity revealed that the textiles held 7th position as the most traded product, with a global trade of USD 941 billion in 2022. This explains that, as the demand for textiles increases the consumption of formic acid is set to uplift.

Grade (20%, 25%, 40%, 60%, 70%, 75%, 85%, 90%, 94%, 99%)

By 2035, 99% formic acid segment is predicted to hold more than 16.2% formic acid market share. The abundance of 99% formic acid and more environment friendliness are majorly contributing to its high sales. These high-purity grade-type formic acids are utilized as preservatives and antibacterial agents in feed production for animals.

Our in-depth analysis of the global market includes the following segments:

 

Grade

  • 20%
  • 25%
  • 40%
  • 60%
  • 70%
  • 75%
  • 85%
  • 90%
  • 94%
  • 99%

Application

  • Leather & Textile Processing
  • Agriculture
  • Animal Feed
    • Poultry
    • Swine
    • Ruminants
    • Aquatic
  • Cleaning
  • Coating
  • Rubber
  • Intermediate

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

In the year 2026, the industry size of formic acid is evaluated at USD 2.28 billion.

Formic Acid Market size was over USD 2.18 billion in 2025 and is poised to exceed USD 3.55 billion by 2035, growing at over 5% CAGR during the forecast period i.e., between 2026-2035.

North America leads the formic acid market with a 37.8% share, propelled by the presence of industry giants, chemical research organizations, and high livestock feed demand, ensuring robust growth through 2035.

Key players in the market include BASF SE, Eastman Chemical Company, Perstorp AB, and Feicheng Acid Chemicals Co., Ltd.
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