| Product Code: ETC083868 | Publication Date: Jun 2021 | Updated Date: Nov 2025 | Product Type: Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Ravi Bhandari | No. of Pages: 70 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 5 |
In 2024, the Philippines saw significant formic acid import shipments from top exporting countries such as Sweden, Norway (excluding Svalbard and Jan Mayen), China, Germany, and Spain. The high Herfindahl-Hirschman Index (HHI) indicates a concentrated market. With a strong compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.61% from 2020 to 2024 and an impressive growth rate of 121.71% from 2023 to 2024, the formic acid import market in the Philippines is experiencing rapid expansion and diversification. This trend suggests opportunities for market players to capitalize on the growing demand for formic acid in the country.

The Formic Acid market in Philippines is projected to grow at a high growth rate of 14.89% by 2027, highlighting the country's increasing focus on advanced technologies within the Asia region, where China holds the dominant position, followed closely by India, Japan, Australia and South Korea, shaping overall regional demand.

The Philippines formic acid market was valued at USD 4 million in 2018, registering a CAGR of 6% on account of its wide application scope across various end user industries including textile, pharmaceuticals food processing, leather tanning etc.,rising awareness about health benefits associated with organic products have further driven its consumption significantly in recent years. Growing focus towards environmental sustainability has shifted preference towards biodegradable products which will propel overall industry size over forecast timeline.
The Philippines Formic Acid Market is driven by its diverse applications across several industries. Formic acid is used in the leather industry for tanning, in the textile industry for dyeing and finishing processes, and in animal feed as a preservative and acidifier. Additionally, formic acid is utilized in cleaning agents and as a coagulant in the rubber industry. The growth of these industries contributes to the overall demand for formic acid in the country.
In the Philippines Formic Acid Market, manufacturers face challenges related to safety and handling. Formic acid is a corrosive and hazardous chemical, and its safe transportation and storage require strict adherence to safety regulations. Ensuring proper handling and disposal of formic acid can be demanding for producers and distributors.
In the Philippines Formic Acid Market, the pandemic had a negative impact on demand. The construction and textile industries, major consumers of formic acid, experienced setbacks due to disruptions in projects and manufacturing activities. This led to reduced demand for formic acid, which is widely used as a preservative and coagulant in various applications.
In the Philippines Formic Acid Market, major players consist of companies like BASF SE, Eastman Chemical Company, and Perstorp Holding AB. These companies are significant producers and suppliers of formic acid, used in industries such as animal feed preservation, leather processing, and chemicals.
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 Formic Acid Market Overview |
3.1 Philippines Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Philippines Formic Acid Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Philippines Formic Acid Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Philippines Formic Acid Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Philippines Formic Acid Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Grade Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Philippines Formic Acid Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Philippines Formic Acid Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.3 Market Restraints |
5 Philippines Formic Acid Market Trends |
6 Philippines Formic Acid Market, By Types |
6.1 Philippines Formic Acid Market, By Grade Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Philippines Formic Acid Market Revenues & Volume, By Grade Type, 2021-2031F |
6.1.3 Philippines Formic Acid Market Revenues & Volume, By 0.75, 2021-2031F |
6.1.4 Philippines Formic Acid Market Revenues & Volume, By 0.8, 2021-2031F |
6.1.5 Philippines Formic Acid Market Revenues & Volume, By 0.85, 2021-2031F |
6.1.6 Philippines Formic Acid Market Revenues & Volume, By 0.94, 2021-2031F |
6.1.7 Philippines Formic Acid Market Revenues & Volume, By 0.99, 2021-2031F |
6.2 Philippines Formic Acid Market, By Application |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Philippines Formic Acid Market Revenues & Volume, By Animal Feed, 2021-2031F |
6.2.3 Philippines Formic Acid Market Revenues & Volume, By Leather Tanning, 2021-2031F |
6.2.4 Philippines Formic Acid Market Revenues & Volume, By Textile Dyeing and Finishing, 2021-2031F |
6.2.5 Philippines Formic Acid Market Revenues & Volume, By Intermediary in Pharmaceuticals, 2021-2031F |
6.2.6 Philippines Formic Acid Market Revenues & Volume, By Other Applications, 2021-2031F |
7 Philippines Formic Acid Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Philippines Formic Acid Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Philippines Formic Acid Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Philippines Formic Acid Market Key Performance Indicators |
9 Philippines Formic Acid Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Philippines Formic Acid Market Opportunity Assessment, By Grade Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Philippines Formic Acid Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Philippines Formic Acid Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Philippines Formic Acid Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Philippines Formic Acid Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |