Global Biodegradable Chelating Agents Market Overview
The Global Biodegradable Chelating Agents Market was valued at USD xxxx units in 2025 and is projected to reach USD xxxx units by 2036, expanding at a CAGR of xx% during the forecast period 2026–2036.
Biodegradable chelating agents are increasingly replacing conventional chelators due to growing environmental concerns, stricter wastewater discharge regulations, and rising demand for sustainable industrial chemicals. These agents exhibit strong metal-binding properties while ensuring rapid biodegradation and minimal ecological impact.
The Biodegradable Chelating Agents Market Report 2025 provides an in-depth assessment of market size, structure, competitive dynamics, technology trends, regulatory frameworks, and future growth opportunities. The study integrates extensive primary and secondary research, examining macro-economic indicators, industry developments, technological innovations, and evolving end-use applications.
Impact of COVID-19 on the Biodegradable Chelating Agents Market
The COVID-19 pandemic significantly disrupted global supply chains, manufacturing operations, and logistics networks during 2020–2021. Temporary shutdowns of production facilities and raw-material shortages affected short-term market growth.
However, increased demand for disinfectants, cleaning agents, and hygiene products during and after the pandemic supported recovery. The shift toward environmentally friendly and non-toxic chemical formulations further accelerated post-pandemic demand for biodegradable chelating agents across industrial and institutional applications.
Market Segmentation
By Type
GLDA and MGDA segments are witnessing rapid adoption due to superior biodegradability, high chelation efficiency, and compatibility with alkaline formulations.
By Application
The disinfectants and dishwashing agents segments dominate the market, supported by rising hygiene awareness and increasing use of eco-friendly formulations in household and institutional cleaning products.
Regional Analysis
Key Players Analysis
The market is moderately consolidated, with global chemical manufacturers focusing on product innovation, sustainability, capacity expansion, and strategic partnerships.
Major players include:
Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
Threat of New Entrants – Moderate
High R&D costs and regulatory compliance requirements create entry barriers, though demand growth attracts niche players.
Bargaining Power of Suppliers – Low to Moderate
Availability of bio-based raw materials limits supplier dominance.
Bargaining Power of Buyers – Moderate
Large industrial buyers exert pricing pressure but prioritize sustainability and performance.
Threat of Substitutes – Low
Conventional chelating agents face regulatory restrictions, limiting substitution.
Competitive Rivalry – High
Intense competition driven by innovation, pricing strategies, and sustainability positioning.
SWOT Analysis
Strengths
Weaknesses
Opportunities
Threats
Market Trends
Market Drivers and Challenges
Drivers
Challenges
Value Chain Analysis
The value chain includes raw-material sourcing → chemical synthesis → formulation → distribution → end-use applications. Major value addition occurs during formulation and application-specific customization, where performance and sustainability differentiation are critical.
Market Outlook (2026–2036)
The Global Biodegradable Chelating Agents Market is expected to witness sustained growth over the forecast period, supported by regulatory pressure, environmental sustainability goals, and rising demand for green industrial solutions. Continuous innovation, cost optimization, and expansion into emerging economies will be key success factors shaping long-term market dynamics.
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1. Market Overview of Biodegradable Chelating Agents
1.1 Biodegradable Chelating Agents Market Overview
1.1.1 Biodegradable Chelating Agents Product Scope
1.1.2 Market Status and Outlook
1.2 Biodegradable Chelating Agents Market Size by Regions:
1.3 Biodegradable Chelating Agents Historic Market Size by Regions
1.4 Biodegradable Chelating Agents Forecasted Market Size by Regions
1.5 Covid-19 Impact on Key Regions, Keyword Market Size YoY Growth
1.5.1 North America
1.5.2 East Asia
1.5.3 Europe
1.5.4 South Asia
1.5.5 Southeast Asia
1.5.6 Middle East
1.5.7 Africa
1.5.8 Oceania
1.5.9 South America
1.5.10 Rest of the World
1.6 Coronavirus Disease 2019 (Covid-19) Impact Will Have a Severe Impact on Global Growth
1.6.1 Covid-19 Impact: Global GDP Growth, 2019, 2020 and 2025 Projections
1.6.2 Covid-19 Impact: Commodity Prices Indices
1.6.3 Covid-19 Impact: Global Major Government Policy
2. Covid-19 Impact Biodegradable Chelating Agents Sales Market by Type
2.1 Global Biodegradable Chelating Agents Historic Market Size by Type
2.2 Global Biodegradable Chelating Agents Forecasted Market Size by Type
2.3 Sodium Gluconate
2.4 Ethylenediamine-n
2.5 N-disuccinic Acid (EDDS)
2.6 Glutamic Acid Diacetic Acid (GLDA)
2.7 Methylglycinediacetic Acid (MGDA)
2.8 Others
3. Covid-19 Impact Biodegradable Chelating Agents Sales Market by Application
3.1 Global Biodegradable Chelating Agents Historic Market Size by Application
3.2 Global Biodegradable Chelating Agents Forecasted Market Size by Application
3.3 Disinfectants
3.4 Pulp & Paper
3.5 Bleach stabilization
3.6 Scale removal and prevention
3.7 Metal treatment working
3.8 Dishwashing Agent
3.9 Others
4. Covid-19 Impact Market Competition by Manufacturers
4.1 Global Biodegradable Chelating Agents Production Capacity Market Share by Manufacturers
4.2 Global Biodegradable Chelating Agents Revenue Market Share by Manufacturers
4.3 Global Biodegradable Chelating Agents Average Price by Manufacturers
5. Company Profiles and Key Figures in Biodegradable Chelating Agents Business
5.1 Akzonobel
5.1.1 Akzonobel Company Profile
5.1.2 Akzonobel Biodegradable Chelating Agents Product Specification
5.1.3 Akzonobel Biodegradable Chelating Agents Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
5.2 Archer Daniels Midland
5.2.1 Archer Daniels Midland Company Profile
5.2.2 Archer Daniels Midland Biodegradable Chelating Agents Product Specification
5.2.3 Archer Daniels Midland Biodegradable Chelating Agents Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
5.3 BASF
5.3.1 BASF Company Profile
5.3.2 BASF Biodegradable Chelating Agents Product Specification
5.3.3 BASF Biodegradable Chelating Agents Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
5.4 Cargill
5.4.1 Cargill Company Profile
5.4.2 Cargill Biodegradable Chelating Agents Product Specification
5.4.3 Cargill Biodegradable Chelating Agents Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
5.5 Innospec
5.5.1 Innospec Company Profile
5.5.2 Innospec Biodegradable Chelating Agents Product Specification
5.5.3 Innospec Biodegradable Chelating Agents Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
5.6 Dow Chemical
5.6.1 Dow Chemical Company Profile
5.6.2 Dow Chemical Biodegradable Chelating Agents Product Specification
5.6.3 Dow Chemical Biodegradable Chelating Agents Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
5.7 NIPPON SHOKUBAI
5.7.1 NIPPON SHOKUBAI Company Profile
5.7.2 NIPPON SHOKUBAI Biodegradable Chelating Agents Product Specification
5.7.3 NIPPON SHOKUBAI Biodegradable Chelating Agents Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
5.8 Kemira
5.8.1 Kemira Company Profile
5.8.2 Kemira Biodegradable Chelating Agents Product Specification
5.8.3 Kemira Biodegradable Chelating Agents Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
5.9 Lanxess
5.9.1 Lanxess Company Profile
5.9.2 Lanxess Biodegradable Chelating Agents Product Specification
5.9.3 Lanxess Biodegradable Chelating Agents Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
6. North America
6.1 North America Biodegradable Chelating Agents Market Size
6.2 North America Biodegradable Chelating Agents Key Players in North America
6.3 North America Biodegradable Chelating Agents Market Size by Type
6.4 North America Biodegradable Chelating Agents Market Size by Application
7. East Asia
7.1 East Asia Biodegradable Chelating Agents Market Size
7.2 East Asia Biodegradable Chelating Agents Key Players in North America
7.3 East Asia Biodegradable Chelating Agents Market Size by Type
7.4 East Asia Biodegradable Chelating Agents Market Size by Application
8. Europe
8.1 Europe Biodegradable Chelating Agents Market Size
8.2 Europe Biodegradable Chelating Agents Key Players in North America
8.3 Europe Biodegradable Chelating Agents Market Size by Type
8.4 Europe Biodegradable Chelating Agents Market Size by Application
9. South Asia
9.1 South Asia Biodegradable Chelating Agents Market Size
9.2 South Asia Biodegradable Chelating Agents Key Players in North America
9.3 South Asia Biodegradable Chelating Agents Market Size by Type
9.4 South Asia Biodegradable Chelating Agents Market Size by Application
10. Southeast Asia
10.1 Southeast Asia Biodegradable Chelating Agents Market Size
10.2 Southeast Asia Biodegradable Chelating Agents Key Players in North America
10.3 Southeast Asia Biodegradable Chelating Agents Market Size by Type
10.4 Southeast Asia Biodegradable Chelating Agents Market Size by Application
11. Middle East
11.1 Middle East Biodegradable Chelating Agents Market Size
11.2 Middle East Biodegradable Chelating Agents Key Players in North America
11.3 Middle East Biodegradable Chelating Agents Market Size by Type
11.4 Middle East Biodegradable Chelating Agents Market Size by Application
12. Africa
12.1 Africa Biodegradable Chelating Agents Market Size
12.2 Africa Biodegradable Chelating Agents Key Players in North America
12.3 Africa Biodegradable Chelating Agents Market Size by Type
12.4 Africa Biodegradable Chelating Agents Market Size by Application
13. Oceania
13.1 Oceania Biodegradable Chelating Agents Market Size
13.2 Oceania Biodegradable Chelating Agents Key Players in North America
13.3 Oceania Biodegradable Chelating Agents Market Size by Type
13.4 Oceania Biodegradable Chelating Agents Market Size by Application
14. South America
14.1 South America Biodegradable Chelating Agents Market Size
14.2 South America Biodegradable Chelating Agents Key Players in North America
14.3 South America Biodegradable Chelating Agents Market Size by Type
14.4 South America Biodegradable Chelating Agents Market Size by Application
15. Rest of the World
15.1 Rest of the World Biodegradable Chelating Agents Market Size
15.2 Rest of the World Biodegradable Chelating Agents Key Players in North America
15.3 Rest of the World Biodegradable Chelating Agents Market Size by Type
15.4 Rest of the World Biodegradable Chelating Agents Market Size by Application
16 Biodegradable Chelating Agents Market Dynamics
16.1 Covid-19 Impact Market Top Trends
16.2 Covid-19 Impact Market Drivers
16.3 Covid-19 Impact Market Challenges
16.4 Porter?s Five Forces Analysis
18 Regulatory Information
17 Analyst's Viewpoints/Conclusions
18 Appendix
18.1 Research Methodology
18.1.1 Methodology/Research Approach
18.1.2 Data Source
18.2 Disclaimer
Market Segmentation
By Type
GLDA and MGDA segments are witnessing rapid adoption due to superior biodegradability, high chelation efficiency, and compatibility with alkaline formulations.
By Application
The disinfectants and dishwashing agents segments dominate the market, supported by rising hygiene awareness and increasing use of eco-friendly formulations in household and institutional cleaning products.
Regional Analysis
Key Players Analysis
The market is moderately consolidated, with global chemical manufacturers focusing on product innovation, sustainability, capacity expansion, and strategic partnerships.
Major players include:
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