Market Forecast by Regions and Countries (North America, Europe, LATAM, Middle East, Asia Pacific and Africa), By Type (Industrial Grade, Pharmaceutical Grade, GMP Pharmaceutical Grade), By Application (Plastics, Lubricants, Electronics, Pharmaceuticals & Cosmetics, Others) And Competitive Landscape
| Product Code: ETC13190290 | Publication Date: Apr 2025 | Updated Date: Jul 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Ravi Bhandari | No. of Pages: 190 | No. of Figures: 80 | No. of Tables: 40 |
According to 6Wresearch internal database and industry insights, the Global Azelaic Acid Market size was valued at approximately USD 250 million, with an anticipated compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of over 6% during the forecast period 2025-2031. By 2031, the market is projected to reach USD 400 million, owing to advancements in production processes and expansion into new geographical regions.
| Report Name | Global Azelaic acid Market |
| Report Category / Coverage | Global |
| Forecast Period | 2025-2031 |
| CAGR | 6% |
| Market Size | USD 400 million by 2031 |
| Growing Sector | Pharmaceuticals and cosmetics |
The Global Azelaic acid Market report thoroughly covers the market by Type, Application and Regions. The market report provides an unbiased and detailed analysis of the ongoing market trends, opportunities/high growth areas, and market drivers which would help the stakeholders to devise and align their market strategies according to the current and future market dynamics.
Azelaic acid, a naturally occurring dicarboxylic acid, has gained significant attention due to its versatile applications. Widely used in pharmaceuticals and skincare products, azelaic acid showcases remarkable antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and keratolytic properties. Furthermore, its role as an intermediate in the production of polymers and as a component in high-performance lubricants has solidified its presence across diverse industries. The increasing inclination towards sustainable and biodegradable products has also augmented its demand globally.
Global Azelaic acid Market is expected to grow at a significant CAGR of 6% during the forecast period 2025-2031. Several factors are driving the growth of the global azelaic acid market. One of the primary drivers is the increasing prevalence of dermatological conditions, such as acne and rosacea, which boost the demand for pharmaceutical-grade azelaic acid in skincare formulations. Additionally, the rising consumer preference for natural and bio-based cosmetic ingredients has propelled market growth. On the industrial front, the escalating demand for eco-friendly lubricants and polymers is fueling the adoption of azelaic acid derivatives. The rise of sustainable manufacturing practices and stringent regulations on chemical usage further contribute to the Global Azelaic acid Market growth.
Despite the promising growth trajectory, the azelaic acid market faces several challenges. The high cost of raw materials and production processes remains a significant constraint, particularly for small and medium-sized manufacturers. Additionally, limited consumer awareness regarding the benefits of azelaic acid in certain applications, especially in emerging economies, poses a hindrance. Market players are also navigating regulatory challenges, as compliance with stringent environmental and safety standards increases operational burdens and costs. Addressing these challenges is essential for sustained market growth.
Several rising scenarios have influenced trends within the azelaic acid market. Increasing sustainability considerations and consumer preference for green products provide strong reasons for applying bio-based azelaic acid. Further experiments in personal care and cosmetic formulations give credence to an azelaic acid presence in serums and light formulations. Azelaic acid-based products have also gained higher visibility in untapped markets with the growing e-tail revolution. Collaborations have thus been entered into among research institutes and industry players for the derivation of new production routes, thus heralding an emerging era.
The global azelaic acid market offers promising opportunities for investors, driven by the compound's wide range of applications and increasing demand across various industries. Azelaic acid, derived from renewable sources, is gaining traction as a sustainable ingredient in cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and polymers. Its use in skincare products, particularly those targeting acne and hyperpigmentation, is a major growth driver, fueled by rising consumer demand for effective and eco-friendly beauty solutions. Additionally, its role in manufacturing biodegradable lubricants and polymers aligns with the growing emphasis on sustainability and green initiatives. With continuous advancements in production technologies and increasing awareness of azelaic acid's benefits, the market presents a lucrative space for innovation and investment.
Prominent players in the azelaic acid market include Emery Oleochemicals, BASF SE, Croda International Plc, Matrica S.p.A., and Jiangsu Senxuan Pharmaceutical and Chemical Co., Ltd. These companies are at the forefront of product innovation and production efficiency. Continuous research and strategic acquisitions form the backbone of their market strategies.
Government regulations have been playing vital role in the global azelaic acid market. Various regulations are introduced by the government, where they need to focus on the requirement for environmental compliance in manufacturing processes, especially regarding the emission control and chemical disposal. Regulatory bodies such as the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) provide guidelines for the pharmaceutical-grade usage of azelaic acid, ensuring its safety and efficacy. Additionally, international environmental policies are encouraging the industry to adopt bio-based alternatives and sustainable practices.
The future of the azelaic acid market is promising, with dynamic trends fostering growth. Emerging applications in niche industries and the increasing adoption of azelaic acid in high-performance polymers will drive market diversification. Innovations in formulation and manufacturing processes are anticipated to reduce production costs, making azelaic acid more accessible to a wider range of consumers. Market expansion in untapped regions and the evolution of e-commerce platforms is projected to provide significant growth opportunities over the next decade.
The report offers a comprehensive study of the subsequent market segments and their leading categories.
Pharmaceuticals and cosmetics account for the leading share in the global azelaic acid market by application. The growing consumer focus on skincare and the increasing prevalence of skin conditions have driven demand within this category.
According to Ravi Bhandari, Research Head, 6Wresearch, North America leads the global azelaic acid market, driven by high demand in the pharmaceutical and cosmetics sectors, particularly in the US and Canada. The region's advanced healthcare systems and consumer inclination towards premium skincare products contribute to its dominance.
The market report provides a detailed analysis of the following market segments:
| 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 Global Azelaic acid Market Overview |
| 3.1 Global Regional Macro Economic Indicators |
| 3.2 Global Azelaic acid Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
| 3.3 Global Azelaic acid Market - Industry Life Cycle |
| 3.4 Global Azelaic acid Market - Porter's Five Forces |
| 3.5 Global Azelaic acid Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Regions, 2021 & 2031F |
| 3.6 Global Azelaic acid Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
| 3.7 Global Azelaic acid Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
| 4 Global Azelaic acid Market Dynamics |
| 4.1 Impact Analysis |
| 4.2 Market Drivers |
| 4.3 Market Restraints |
| 5 Global Azelaic acid Market Trends |
| 6 Global Azelaic acid Market, 2021 - 2031 |
| 6.1 Global Azelaic acid Market, Revenues & Volume, By Type, 2021 - 2031 |
| 6.1.1 Overview & Analysis |
| 6.1.2 Global Azelaic acid Market, Revenues & Volume, By Industrial Grade, 2021 - 2031 |
| 6.1.3 Global Azelaic acid Market, Revenues & Volume, By Pharmaceutical Grade, 2021 - 2031 |
| 6.1.4 Global Azelaic acid Market, Revenues & Volume, By GMP Pharmaceutical Grade, 2021 - 2031 |
| 6.2 Global Azelaic acid Market, Revenues & Volume, By Application, 2021 - 2031 |
| 6.2.1 Overview & Analysis |
| 6.2.2 Global Azelaic acid Market, Revenues & Volume, By Plastics, 2021 - 2031 |
| 6.2.3 Global Azelaic acid Market, Revenues & Volume, By Lubricants, 2021 - 2031 |
| 6.2.4 Global Azelaic acid Market, Revenues & Volume, By Electronics, 2021 - 2031 |
| 6.2.5 Global Azelaic acid Market, Revenues & Volume, By Pharmaceuticals & Cosmetics, 2021 - 2031 |
| 6.2.6 Global Azelaic acid Market, Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021 - 2031 |
| 6.3.1 Overview & Analysis |
| 7 North America Azelaic acid Market, Overview & Analysis |
| 7.1 North America Azelaic acid Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
| 7.2 North America Azelaic acid Market, Revenues & Volume, By Countries, 2021 - 2031 |
| 7.2.1 United States (US) Azelaic acid Market, Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
| 7.2.2 Canada Azelaic acid Market, Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
| 7.2.3 Rest of North America Azelaic acid Market, Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
| 7.3 North America Azelaic acid Market, Revenues & Volume, By Type, 2021 - 2031 |
| 7.4 North America Azelaic acid Market, Revenues & Volume, By Application, 2021 - 2031 |
| 8 Latin America (LATAM) Azelaic acid Market, Overview & Analysis |
| 8.1 Latin America (LATAM) Azelaic acid Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
| 8.2 Latin America (LATAM) Azelaic acid Market, Revenues & Volume, By Countries, 2021 - 2031 |
| 8.2.1 Brazil Azelaic acid Market, Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
| 8.2.2 Mexico Azelaic acid Market, Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
| 8.2.3 Argentina Azelaic acid Market, Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
| 8.2.4 Rest of LATAM Azelaic acid Market, Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
| 8.3 Latin America (LATAM) Azelaic acid Market, Revenues & Volume, By Type, 2021 - 2031 |
| 8.4 Latin America (LATAM) Azelaic acid Market, Revenues & Volume, By Application, 2021 - 2031 |
| 9 Asia Azelaic acid Market, Overview & Analysis |
| 9.1 Asia Azelaic acid Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
| 9.2 Asia Azelaic acid Market, Revenues & Volume, By Countries, 2021 - 2031 |
| 9.2.1 India Azelaic acid Market, Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
| 9.2.2 China Azelaic acid Market, Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
| 9.2.3 Japan Azelaic acid Market, Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
| 9.2.4 Rest of Asia Azelaic acid Market, Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
| 9.3 Asia Azelaic acid Market, Revenues & Volume, By Type, 2021 - 2031 |
| 9.4 Asia Azelaic acid Market, Revenues & Volume, By Application, 2021 - 2031 |
| 10 Africa Azelaic acid Market, Overview & Analysis |
| 10.1 Africa Azelaic acid Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
| 10.2 Africa Azelaic acid Market, Revenues & Volume, By Countries, 2021 - 2031 |
| 10.2.1 South Africa Azelaic acid Market, Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
| 10.2.2 Egypt Azelaic acid Market, Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
| 10.2.3 Nigeria Azelaic acid Market, Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
| 10.2.4 Rest of Africa Azelaic acid Market, Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
| 10.3 Africa Azelaic acid Market, Revenues & Volume, By Type, 2021 - 2031 |
| 10.4 Africa Azelaic acid Market, Revenues & Volume, By Application, 2021 - 2031 |
| 11 Europe Azelaic acid Market, Overview & Analysis |
| 11.1 Europe Azelaic acid Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
| 11.2 Europe Azelaic acid Market, Revenues & Volume, By Countries, 2021 - 2031 |
| 11.2.1 United Kingdom Azelaic acid Market, Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
| 11.2.2 Germany Azelaic acid Market, Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
| 11.2.3 France Azelaic acid Market, Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
| 11.2.4 Rest of Europe Azelaic acid Market, Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
| 11.3 Europe Azelaic acid Market, Revenues & Volume, By Type, 2021 - 2031 |
| 11.4 Europe Azelaic acid Market, Revenues & Volume, By Application, 2021 - 2031 |
| 12 Middle East Azelaic acid Market, Overview & Analysis |
| 12.1 Middle East Azelaic acid Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
| 12.2 Middle East Azelaic acid Market, Revenues & Volume, By Countries, 2021 - 2031 |
| 12.2.1 Saudi Arabia Azelaic acid Market, Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
| 12.2.2 UAE Azelaic acid Market, Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
| 12.2.3 Turkey Azelaic acid Market, Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
| 12.3 Middle East Azelaic acid Market, Revenues & Volume, By Type, 2021 - 2031 |
| 12.4 Middle East Azelaic acid Market, Revenues & Volume, By Application, 2021 - 2031 |
| 13 Global Azelaic acid Market Key Performance Indicators |
| 14 Global Azelaic acid Market - Export/Import By Countries Assessment |
| 15 Global Azelaic acid Market - Opportunity Assessment |
| 15.1 Global Azelaic acid Market Opportunity Assessment, By Countries, 2021 & 2031F |
| 15.2 Global Azelaic acid Market Opportunity Assessment, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
| 15.3 Global Azelaic acid Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
| 16 Global Azelaic acid Market - Competitive Landscape |
| 16.1 Global Azelaic acid Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
| 16.2 Global Azelaic acid Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
| 17 Top 10 Company Profiles |
| 18 Recommendations |
| 19 Disclaimer |