| Product Code: ETC236364 | Publication Date: Aug 2023 | Updated Date: Nov 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Ravi Bhandari | No. of Pages: 75 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 20 |
In 2024, India continued to see significant imports of photographic chemicals, with key suppliers being Japan, China, USA, Taiwan, and Singapore. Despite a slight decrease in growth rate from 2023 to 2024, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) for 2020-2024 remained strong at 8.01%. The Herfindahl-Hirschman Index (HHI) indicated moderate concentration in the market, reflecting a competitive landscape among the top exporting countries. The consistent inflow of photographic chemicals demonstrates the importance of these imports for the photography industry in India.

The photographic chemicals market in India, while experiencing changes due to the digital shift in photography, still maintains significance. It caters to traditional photography and various industrial applications, including printing and graphic arts. The market offers a range of chemicals for developing and processing photographs, as well as other imaging needs. While digital photography has gained prominence, the traditional photographic chemicals market continues to serve specific niches and applications within India photography and printing sectors.
The India photographic chemicals market has been witnessing a shift in recent years due to the transition from traditional film photography to digital photography. However, there is still a niche demand for photographic chemicals, mainly in the professional and artistic photography segments. The growth of this market is tied to these specialized applications and the preservation of traditional photographic techniques.
The India photographic chemicals market confronts challenges primarily due to the digitalization of photography. As digital photography has become mainstream, the demand for traditional photographic chemicals has declined significantly. The market must adapt to this changing landscape by diversifying its product offerings or shifting towards industrial applications that still require photographic chemicals. Additionally, the market faces competition from international manufacturers and the need to adhere to environmental regulations related to the disposal and handling of photographic chemicals.
The photographic chemicals market declined significantly as the photography industry saw reduced demand during the pandemic. The market struggled due to changing consumer preferences and the decline of traditional photography.
The India Photographic Chemicals Market is served by key players like Fujifilm India Private Limited, Kodak India Private Limited, Agfa-Gevaert Group, and Hindustan Photo Films Manufacturing Co. Ltd. These companies offer a wide range of photographic chemicals and materials, contributing to the photography and imaging sector in India, providing solutions for both professionals and enthusiasts.
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 India Photographic Chemicals Market Overview |
3.1 India Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 India Photographic Chemicals Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 India Photographic Chemicals Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 India Photographic Chemicals Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 India Photographic Chemicals Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 India Photographic Chemicals Market Revenues & Volume Share, By End-user, 2021 & 2031F |
4 India Photographic Chemicals Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Growth in the photography industry in India |
4.2.2 Increasing demand for high-quality imaging products |
4.2.3 Technological advancements in photographic chemicals manufacturing |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Environmental concerns related to the use and disposal of photographic chemicals |
4.3.2 Competition from digital photography and image editing software |
4.3.3 Fluctuating raw material prices |
5 India Photographic Chemicals Market Trends |
6 India Photographic Chemicals Market, By Types |
6.1 India Photographic Chemicals Market, By Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 India Photographic Chemicals Market Revenues & Volume, By Type, 2021-2031F |
6.1.3 India Photographic Chemicals Market Revenues & Volume, By Acetic Acid, 2021-2031F |
6.1.4 India Photographic Chemicals Market Revenues & Volume, By Cadmium Bromide, 2021-2031F |
6.1.5 India Photographic Chemicals Market Revenues & Volume, By Silver Bromide, 2021-2031F |
6.1.6 India Photographic Chemicals Market Revenues & Volume, By Sodium Sulphide, 2021-2031F |
6.1.7 India Photographic Chemicals Market Revenues & Volume, By Selenium Dioxide, 2021-2031F |
6.1.8 India Photographic Chemicals Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021-2031F |
6.2 India Photographic Chemicals Market, By End-user |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 India Photographic Chemicals Market Revenues & Volume, By Consumer, 2021-2031F |
6.2.3 India Photographic Chemicals Market Revenues & Volume, By Business, 2021-2031F |
7 India Photographic Chemicals Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 India Photographic Chemicals Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 India Photographic Chemicals Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 India Photographic Chemicals Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Research and development investment in eco-friendly photographic chemicals |
8.2 Adoption rate of new imaging technologies in the photography industry |
8.3 Number of collaborations with photography equipment manufacturers for product integration |
8.4 Market demand for specialized photographic chemicals for niche applications. |
9 India Photographic Chemicals Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 India Photographic Chemicals Market Opportunity Assessment, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 India Photographic Chemicals Market Opportunity Assessment, By End-user, 2021 & 2031F |
10 India Photographic Chemicals Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 India Photographic Chemicals Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 India Photographic Chemicals Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |