| Product Code: ETC8838981 | Publication Date: Sep 2024 | Updated Date: Nov 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Shubham Padhi | No. of Pages: 75 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 20 |
The Philippines saw a notable shift in the curing agent import market in 2024, with increased concentration among top exporting countries such as Japan, Germany, USA, Belgium, and Singapore. This rise in concentration is reflected in the decrease in the market`s Herfindahl-Hirschman Index (HHI), indicating a more competitive landscape. Despite the overall negative compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2020 to 2024, the steep decline in growth rate from 2023 to 2024 suggests a challenging year for curing agent imports in the Philippines. Monitoring these trends can provide valuable insights for industry players adjusting their strategies.

Curing agents are essential in the production of paints, coatings, adhesives, and composites. The construction and automotive industries are the main users, and market demand aligns with infrastructure growth. Local distributors handle imported chemical supplies for industrial use.
The curing agent market is supported by demand from the construction, automotive, and electronics industries. Epoxy and polyurethane-based agents are commonly used in adhesives, coatings, and composites. Growth in infrastructure and electronics manufacturing is likely to further stimulate this market.
This market faces issues related to fluctuating prices of petroleum-based raw materials and limited local manufacturing. Regulatory compliance in industrial applications like coatings and adhesives is becoming stricter, increasing operational costs. Moreover, inconsistent product quality and technical support services limit industrial uptake.
Curing agents are essential in coatings, adhesives, and composite materials. The Philippine construction and automotive sectors offer robust demand for epoxy and polyurethane curing agents. Investors can explore setting up blending or distribution operations locally, catering to growing industrial applications and import substitution. Demand from electronics and marine industries further broadens the investment potential.
Chemical additives used in food and industry, such as curing agents, are regulated under FDA food additive standards. The DENR classifies them under chemical regulations and may require environmental permits for certain industrial applications. The DTI monitors imports and quality assurance for ingredient consistency.
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 Philippines Curing Agent Market Overview |
3.1 Philippines Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Philippines Curing Agent Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Philippines Curing Agent Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Philippines Curing Agent Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Philippines Curing Agent Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Philippines Curing Agent Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Philippines Curing Agent Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing demand for processed food products which require curing agents for preservation. |
4.2.2 Growth in the pharmaceutical and healthcare industries, driving the need for curing agents in drug manufacturing. |
4.2.3 Rising awareness about food safety and hygiene standards leading to higher consumption of curing agents in food processing. |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Stringent regulations regarding the use of curing agents in food and pharmaceutical products. |
4.3.2 Fluctuating prices of raw materials used in the production of curing agents. |
5 Philippines Curing Agent Market Trends |
6 Philippines Curing Agent Market, By Types |
6.1 Philippines Curing Agent Market, By Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Philippines Curing Agent Market Revenues & Volume, By Type, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.3 Philippines Curing Agent Market Revenues & Volume, By Epoxy, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.4 Philippines Curing Agent Market Revenues & Volume, By Polyurethane, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.5 Philippines Curing Agent Market Revenues & Volume, By Rubber, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.6 Philippines Curing Agent Market Revenues & Volume, By Acrylic, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.7 Philippines Curing Agent Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021- 2031F |
6.2 Philippines Curing Agent Market, By Application |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Philippines Curing Agent Market Revenues & Volume, By Building and Construction, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.3 Philippines Curing Agent Market Revenues & Volume, By Composites, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.4 Philippines Curing Agent Market Revenues & Volume, By Paints and Coatings, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.5 Philippines Curing Agent Market Revenues & Volume, By Adhesives and Sealants, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.6 Philippines Curing Agent Market Revenues & Volume, By Electrical and Electronics, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.7 Philippines Curing Agent Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021- 2031F |
7 Philippines Curing Agent Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Philippines Curing Agent Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Philippines Curing Agent Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Philippines Curing Agent Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Number of new product launches incorporating curing agents. |
8.2 Research and development investment in new curing agent technologies. |
8.3 Adoption rate of advanced curing agent formulations in different industries. |
9 Philippines Curing Agent Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Philippines Curing Agent Market Opportunity Assessment, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Philippines Curing Agent Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Philippines Curing Agent Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Philippines Curing Agent Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Philippines Curing Agent Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |
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