Chemicals and Materials

Polymers play an important role as an emulsifier, rheology modifier, thickener, conditioning agent, and delivery system, among others in the personal care industry. The majority of the polymers dominating the personal care industry are of synthetic origin; however, due to stringent regulations on synthetic polymers especially microbeads proposed by...

Excipients have been a part of the pharmaceutical industry and their demand is expected to increase during the forecast period. This is owing to their ability to perform various functions such as improving the stability of the active pharmaceutical ingredient (API), modifying drug release, and masking taste. Expanding patient base coupled with the ...

Surface active agents or surfactants are used as emulsifiers in detergents used in personal care and household care. The property of a surfactant changes with the formula and the function that it performs. Surfactants are used in household care, specifically laundry detergents, fabric care solutions, surface cleaners, dishwashing soap products, and...

There is a growing demand for food products globally due to several factors. These include: population growth, increasing disposable income, and rising awareness on health and wellness among older and younger populations. These factors have not only contributed to the greater need for processing and packaging equipment, but also forced food process...

There is a growing demand for food products globally due to several factors. These include: population growth, increasing disposable income, and rising awareness on health and wellness among older and younger populations. These factors have not only contributed to the greater need for processing and packaging equipment, but also forced food process...

There is a growing demand for food products globally due to several factors. These include: population growth, increasing disposable income, and rising awareness on health and wellness among older and younger populations. These factors have not only contributed to the greater need for processing and packaging equipment, but also forced food process...

There is a growing demand for food products globally due to several factors. These include: population growth, increasing disposable income, and rising awareness on health and wellness among older and younger populations. These factors have not only contributed to the greater need for processing and packaging equipment, but also forced food process...

There is a growing demand for food products globally due to several factors. These include: population growth, increasing disposable income, and rising awareness on health and wellness among older and younger populations. These factors have not only contributed to the greater need for processing and packaging equipment, but also forced food process...

This growth insight is an analysis of the global personal care and cosmetic ingredients industry consolidation. It profiles notable transactions with case studies and examines the rationale for mergers and acquisitions (M&As) in the personal care and cosmetic ingredients market. It also discusses the key market drivers and restraints for M&A activi...