US Formic Acid Market (2025-2031) | Size, Industry, Share, Analysis, Value, Revenue, Trends, Growth, Forecast & Companies

Market Forecast By Grade Type (0.75, 0.8, 0.85, 0.94, 0.99), By Application (Animal Feed, Leather Tanning, Textile Dyeing and Finishing, Intermediary in Pharmaceuticals, Other Applications) And Competitive Landscape

Product Code: ETC083840 Publication Date: Jun 2021 Updated Date: Aug 2025 Product Type: Report
Publisher: 6Wresearch No. of Pages: 70 No. of Figures: 35 No. of Tables: 5

Topics Covered in the United States (US) Formic Acid Market

United States (US) Formic Acid Market report thoroughly covers the market by grade type and by application. The market outlook 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.

United States (US) Formic Acid Market Synopsis

United States market is gaining traction due to the increasing demand for eco-friendly products and the rising adoption of formic acid across various industries such as agriculture, food, and healthcare. However, the market consists of some challenges like health and fluctuating raw material prices, and stringent government regulations. However, the growing preference for formic acid as a substitute for synthetic chemicals is increasing the market share tremendously.

According to 6Wresearch, the United States (US) Formic Acid Market size is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 4.9% during the forecast period 2025-2031. The market growth is driven by various growing factors such as the increasing animal feed products demand, the rising use of formic acid as a preservative and antibacterial agent in food products. Additionally, the rising preference for formic acid as sustainable substitute for synthetic chemicals are the major factor driving the market growth. The rising use of formic acid in the leather industry as a tanning agent and in the healthcare industry as a pharmaceutical intermediate is estimated to spur the United States Formic Acid Market growth. However, some challenges can hamper its growth such as the high volatility and corrosive nature of formic acid, the fluctuations in raw material prices and the lack of effective recycling methods for formic acid waste. Nevertheless, the increasing usage of formic acid as a primary feed acidifier and mold inhibitor in the animal feed industry is driving its demand. The growing focus on research and development activities to innovate new applications and formulations of formic acid, such as formic acid-based biofuels and formic acid-based batteries, is evolving the market.

Government Initiatives Introduced in the United States (US) Formic Acid Market

The United States government has been promoting the adoption of eco-friendly and sustainable products, including formic acid. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has set stringent regulations on the usage of formic acid to reduce its harmful effects on humans and the environment. The Department of Energy (DOE) is funding research and development activities to explore the potential of formic acid as a renewable and efficient fuel source. The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) is supporting farmers and researchers to develop and adopt formic acid-based solutions for animal feed and crop protection.

Key Players in the United States (US) Formic Acid Market

The United States formic acid market has several leading companies operating in the market. Some of the leading players in the market are BASF, Eastman Chemicals, Perstorp, Taminco, Celanese, and Huntsman. These companies are investing heavily in research and development activities to introduce new products with advanced features.

Market Analysis by Application

According to Nitesh, Research Manager, 6Wresearch, the pharmaceutical industry is dominating the United States (US) Formic Acid Market share. With the increasing demand for pharmaceuticals and the demand for formic acid as an intermediary in pharmaceutical production.

Key attractiveness of the report

  • 10 Years Market Numbers.
  • Historical Data Starting from 2021 to 2024.
  • Base Year: 2024.
  • Forecast Data until 2031.
  • Key Performance Indicators Impacting the Market.
  • Major Upcoming Developments and Projects.

Key Highlights of the Report:

  • United States (US) Formic Acid Market Outlook
  • Market Size of United States (US) Formic Acid Market, 2024
  • Forecast of United States (US) Formic Acid Market, 2031
  • Historical Data and Forecast of United States (US) Formic Acid Revenues & Volume for the Period 2021 - 2031
  • United States (US) Formic Acid Market Trend Evolution
  • United States (US) Formic Acid Market Drivers and Challenges
  • United States (US) Formic Acid Price Trends
  • United States (US) Formic Acid Porter's Five Forces
  • United States (US) Formic Acid Industry Life Cycle
  • Historical Data and Forecast of United States (US) Formic Acid Market Revenues & Volume By Grade Type for the Period 2021 - 2031
  • Historical Data and Forecast of United States (US) Formic Acid Market Revenues & Volume By 0.75 for the Period 2021 - 2031
  • Historical Data and Forecast of United States (US) Formic Acid Market Revenues & Volume By 0.8 for the Period 2021 - 2031
  • Historical Data and Forecast of United States (US) Formic Acid Market Revenues & Volume By 0.85 for the Period 2021 - 2031
  • Historical Data and Forecast of United States (US) Formic Acid Market Revenues & Volume By 0.94 for the Period 2021 - 2031
  • Historical Data and Forecast of United States (US) Formic Acid Market Revenues & Volume By 0.99 for the Period 2021 - 2031
  • Historical Data and Forecast of United States (US) Formic Acid Market Revenues & Volume By Application for the Period 2021 - 2031
  • Historical Data and Forecast of United States (US) Formic Acid Market Revenues & Volume By Animal Feed for the Period 2021 - 2031
  • Historical Data and Forecast of United States (US) Formic Acid Market Revenues & Volume By Leather Tanning for the Period 2021 - 2031
  • Historical Data and Forecast of United States (US) Formic Acid Market Revenues & Volume By Textile Dyeing and Finishing for the Period 2021 - 2031
  • Historical Data and Forecast of United States (US) Formic Acid Market Revenues & Volume By Intermediary in Pharmaceuticals for the Period 2021 - 2031
  • Historical Data and Forecast of United States (US) Formic Acid Market Revenues & Volume By Other Applications for the Period 2021 - 2031
  • United States (US) Formic Acid Import Export Trade Statistics
  • Market Opportunity Assessment By Grade Type
  • Market Opportunity Assessment By Application
  • United States (US) Formic Acid Top Companies Market Share
  • United States (US) Formic Acid Competitive Benchmarking By Technical and Operational Parameters
  • United States (US) Formic Acid Company Profiles
  • United States (US) Formic Acid Key Strategic Recommendations

Market Covered

The report offers a comprehensive study of the subsequent market segments:

By Grade Type

  • 0.75
  • 0.8
  • 0.85
  • 0.94
  • 0.99

By Application

  • Animal Feed
  • Leather Tanning
  • Textile Dyeing And Finishing
  • Intermediary In Pharmaceuticals
  • Other Applications

US Formic Acid Market (2025-2031): FAQs

The growth of the US formic acid market can be attributed to several factors, such as a rise in demand for formic acid in various end-use industries, a growing trend of using formic acid for preserving animal feed, and increasing demand for high-quality leather products.
The US formic acid market has several end-use industries, including agriculture, leather, rubber, textile, and paper. The agriculture sector is the largest consumer of formic acid in the US due to its use as a preservative and antibacterial agent in animal feed.
The growing trend of using formic acid in the production of high-quality leather goods. Additionally, a rise in demand for formic acid in the agriculture and textile industries is expected to further boost market growth.
6Wresearch actively monitors the US Formic Acid Market and publishes its comprehensive annual report, highlighting emerging trends, growth drivers, revenue analysis, and forecast outlook. Our insights help businesses to make data-backed strategic decisions with ongoing market dynamics. Our analysts track relevent industries related to the US Formic Acid Market, allowing our clients with actionable intelligence and reliable forecasts tailored to emerging regional needs.
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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 States (US) Formic Acid Market Overview
3.1 United States (US) Country Macro Economic Indicators
3.2 United States (US) Formic Acid Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F
3.3 United States (US) Formic Acid Market - Industry Life Cycle
3.4 United States (US) Formic Acid Market - Porter's Five Forces
3.5 United States (US) Formic Acid Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Grade Type, 2021 & 2031F
3.6 United States (US) Formic Acid Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application, 2021 & 2031F
4 United States (US) Formic Acid Market Dynamics
4.1 Impact Analysis
4.2 Market Drivers
4.2.1 Increasing demand for eco-friendly products and sustainable solutions in various industries such as agriculture, leather, and textiles, where formic acid is used.
4.2.2 Growing awareness about the benefits of formic acid in animal feed preservation and its potential to replace antibiotics in livestock farming.
4.2.3 Rising research and development activities to explore new applications of formic acid in industries like rubber, pharmaceuticals, and chemicals.
4.3 Market Restraints
4.3.1 Fluctuating prices of raw materials used in formic acid production, such as methanol and carbon monoxide, impacting the overall production costs.
4.3.2 Stringent regulations and environmental concerns related to the manufacturing and usage of formic acid, leading to compliance challenges for industry players.
4.3.3 Competition from alternative organic acids and chemical compounds that serve similar purposes as formic acid, posing a threat to market growth.
5 United States (US) Formic Acid Market Trends
6 United States (US) Formic Acid Market, By Types
6.1 United States (US) Formic Acid Market, By Grade Type
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis
6.1.2 United States (US) Formic Acid Market Revenues & Volume, By Grade Type, 2021 - 2031F
6.1.3 United States (US) Formic Acid Market Revenues & Volume, By 0.75, 2021 - 2031F
6.1.4 United States (US) Formic Acid Market Revenues & Volume, By 0.8, 2021 - 2031F
6.1.5 United States (US) Formic Acid Market Revenues & Volume, By 0.85, 2021 - 2031F
6.1.6 United States (US) Formic Acid Market Revenues & Volume, By 0.94, 2021 - 2031F
6.1.7 United States (US) Formic Acid Market Revenues & Volume, By 0.99, 2021 - 2031F
6.2 United States (US) Formic Acid Market, By Application
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis
6.2.2 United States (US) Formic Acid Market Revenues & Volume, By Animal Feed, 2021 - 2031F
6.2.3 United States (US) Formic Acid Market Revenues & Volume, By Leather Tanning, 2021 - 2031F
6.2.4 United States (US) Formic Acid Market Revenues & Volume, By Textile Dyeing and Finishing, 2021 - 2031F
6.2.5 United States (US) Formic Acid Market Revenues & Volume, By Intermediary in Pharmaceuticals, 2021 - 2031F
6.2.6 United States (US) Formic Acid Market Revenues & Volume, By Other Applications, 2021 - 2031F
7 United States (US) Formic Acid Market Import-Export Trade Statistics
7.1 United States (US) Formic Acid Market Export to Major Countries
7.2 United States (US) Formic Acid Market Imports from Major Countries
8 United States (US) Formic Acid Market Key Performance Indicators
8.1 Adoption rate of formic acid in key industries like agriculture, textiles, and leather.
8.2 Number of research studies and patents filed for new applications of formic acid.
8.3 Environmental impact assessments and sustainability reports of formic acid manufacturers.
9 United States (US) Formic Acid Market - Opportunity Assessment
9.1 United States (US) Formic Acid Market Opportunity Assessment, By Grade Type, 2021 & 2031F
9.2 United States (US) Formic Acid Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2021 & 2031F
10 United States (US) Formic Acid Market - Competitive Landscape
10.1 United States (US) Formic Acid Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024
10.2 United States (US) Formic Acid Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters
11 Company Profiles
12 Recommendations
13 Disclaimer
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