| Product Code: ETC088559 | Publication Date: Jun 2021 | Updated Date: Sep 2025 | Product Type: Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Ravi Bhandari | No. of Pages: 70 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 5 |
United Arab Emirates (UAE) Hydrofluoric Acid market currently, in 2023, has witnessed an HHI of 5871, Which has decreased moderately as compared to the HHI of 9618 in 2017. The market is moving towards concentrated. Herfindahl index measures the competitiveness of exporting countries. The range lies from 0 to 10000, where a lower index number represents a larger number of players or exporting countries in the market while a large index number means fewer numbers of players or countries exporting in the market.
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) Hydrofluoric Acid market has witnessed steady growth, driven by its widespread applications in various industries, including oil and gas, chemical manufacturing, electronics, and pharmaceuticals. Hydrofluoric acid is a highly corrosive and hazardous chemical used in a range of processes, such as metal pickling, glass etching, and fluorocarbon production. The UAE thriving industrial sectors and growing economy have contributed to the increasing demand for hydrofluoric acid in the country.
Several factors have fueled the demand for hydrofluoric acid in the UAE. Firstly, the country`s oil and gas industry relies on hydrofluoric acid for well stimulation and corrosion inhibition in drilling operations. Secondly, the booming construction and automotive industries utilize hydrofluoric acid in the production of glass products, such as architectural glass and automotive windshields. Moreover, the growing electronics and semiconductor sectors use hydrofluoric acid for wafer cleaning and microelectronics manufacturing, further driving the demand.
Despite its growth, the UAE Hydrofluoric Acid market faces certain challenges. One major challenge is the highly corrosive and toxic nature of hydrofluoric acid, which requires stringent safety measures during handling, storage, and transportation. The UAE emphasizes safety protocols and regulations to ensure the safe use of hydrofluoric acid and protect workers and the environment. Additionally, fluctuations in global hydrofluoric acid prices and supply chain disruptions can impact the stability of its availability in the UAE.
The Covid-19 pandemic had a mixed impact on the UAE Hydrofluoric Acid market. While certain industrial activities faced temporary slowdowns due to lockdowns and travel restrictions, the essential nature of hydrofluoric acid in various industries, such as pharmaceuticals and electronics, sustained its demand. The pandemic also highlighted the importance of maintaining a stable supply chain for critical chemicals like hydrofluoric acid to support key industries during crises.
In the UAE Hydrofluoric Acid market, several key players have a significant presence. Companies such as Gulf Fluor LLC, Emirates National Chemical Industries (EMICHEM), and Al Khowahir Chemicals are among the major contributors to the market, supplying high-quality hydrofluoric acid to diverse industrial sectors in the UAE.
1 Executive Summary |
2 Introduction |
2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.2 Report Description |
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Hydrofluoric acid Market Overview |
3.1 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Hydrofluoric acid Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Hydrofluoric acid Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Hydrofluoric acid Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Hydrofluoric acid Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Grade, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Hydrofluoric acid Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Applications, 2021 & 2031F |
4 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Hydrofluoric acid Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Growing demand for hydrofluoric acid in the petrochemical industry for catalyst regeneration and alkylation processes. |
4.2.2 Increasing investments in the industrial sector, particularly in the production of aluminum and fluorinated chemicals. |
4.2.3 Rise in the use of hydrofluoric acid for etching and cleaning applications in the semiconductor industry. |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Stringent regulations governing the handling and disposal of hydrofluoric acid due to its corrosive and toxic nature. |
4.3.2 Volatility in raw material prices, such as fluorspar, impacting the production cost of hydrofluoric acid. |
4.3.3 Competition from alternative chemicals and technologies affecting the demand for hydrofluoric acid. |
5 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Hydrofluoric acid Market Trends |
6 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Hydrofluoric acid Market, By Types |
6.1 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Hydrofluoric acid Market, By Grade |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Hydrofluoric acid Market Revenues & Volume, By Grade, 2021-2031F |
6.1.3 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Hydrofluoric acid Market Revenues & Volume, By Anhydrous Hydrofluoric Acid, 2021-2031F |
6.1.4 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Hydrofluoric acid Market Revenues & Volume, By Diluted Hydrofluoric Acid, 2021-2031F |
6.2 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Hydrofluoric acid Market, By Applications |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Hydrofluoric acid Market Revenues & Volume, By Fluorocarbon Production, 2021-2031F |
6.2.3 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Hydrofluoric acid Market Revenues & Volume, By Fluorinated Derivative Production, 2021-2031F |
6.2.4 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Hydrofluoric acid Market Revenues & Volume, By Metal Pickling, 2021-2031F |
6.2.5 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Hydrofluoric acid Market Revenues & Volume, By Oil Refining, 2021-2031F |
6.2.6 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Hydrofluoric acid Market Revenues & Volume, By Uranium Fuel Production, 2021-2031F |
6.2.7 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Hydrofluoric acid Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021-2031F |
7 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Hydrofluoric acid Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Hydrofluoric acid Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Hydrofluoric acid Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Hydrofluoric acid Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Capacity utilization rate of hydrofluoric acid production plants in the UAE. |
8.2 Number of new applications or industries utilizing hydrofluoric acid in the UAE market. |
8.3 Research and development investments in innovative processes or applications of hydrofluoric acid in the UAE. |
9 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Hydrofluoric acid Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Hydrofluoric acid Market Opportunity Assessment, By Grade, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Hydrofluoric acid Market Opportunity Assessment, By Applications, 2021 & 2031F |
10 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Hydrofluoric acid Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Hydrofluoric acid Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 United Arab Emirates (UAE) Hydrofluoric acid Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |