United States Cellulose Esters & Ethers Market 2025 | Growth Drivers, Key Players & Investment Opportunities

Market Size and Growth

The Global Cellulose Esters and Ethers Market reached US$ 6.0 billion in 2022 and is expected to reach US$ 9.0 billion by 2030, growing with a CAGR of 5.1% from 2023 to 2030.

Key Development:

United States: Recent Industry Developments

✅ In March 2025, Secos Group Limited announced a strategic partnership with The Dow Chemical Company to co-develop and scale cellulose ether solutions across coatings, construction, and personal-care segments. The collaboration aims to enhance performance and sustainability in key industrial applications.

✅ In February 2025, a major U.S. specialty-chemicals firm announced an expanded cellulose ether portfolio targeting personal-care and cosmetics applications, emphasising sustainable, low-carbon raw-material sourcing.
✅ In January 2025, a U.S. coatings supplier rolled out a new cellulose-ester-based film-forming additive for high-performance architectural paints, designed to enhance durability and reduce VOC emissions.

Japan: Recent Industry Developments

✅ On April 2025, Shin-Etsu Chemical Co., Ltd. announced a ¥10 billion investment to expand its pharmaceutical cellulose business at the Naoetsu plant in Niigata Prefecture. The project includes new storage and warehouse capacity, scheduled for completion by the end of 2025.

✅ On March 28, 2025, Shin-Etsu Chemical confirmed further global expansion of its high-performance pharmaceutical cellulose business. The company is strengthening supply capabilities in Japan and Germany to meet growing demand for plant-based excipients.

✅ In March 2025, Daicel Corporation reaffirmed ongoing R&D in cellulose acetate and advanced derivatives, strengthening Japan's leadership in high-performance cellulose esters.

✅ In Early 2025, Daicel announced strategic investments in its acetate tow and high-value cellulose product lines to boost innovation and export capacity

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Market Growth Drivers

✅ Rising demand from construction and coatings for rheology modifiers and film-formers.
✅ Increasing use in pharmaceutical excipients (controlled release, capsule coatings, binders).
✅ Growing popularity in food & beverage for thickening and stabilization.
✅ Surge in eco-friendly packaging materials and cellulose acetate films as plastic substitutes.
✅ Expanding investments in biopolymer R&D and government incentives for bio-based materials.

Key Players:

=> Borregaard, Georgia-Pacific, Rayonier Advanced Materials, Celanese, Eastman Chemical, Rhodia Acetow International, AkzoNobel, Ashland, Daicel and Dow Chemical.

Emerging Trends

✅ Increasing biodegradable cellulose-acetate films for sustainable packaging.
✅ Adoption of nano-cellulose and cellulose ether blends in high-performance coatings.
✅ Technological innovations such as enzyme-assisted etherification and solvent-free production.
✅ Growing collaborations between chemical giants and biotech firms for bio-based cellulose sourcing.

Research Process:

Both primary and secondary data sources have been used in the global Cellulose Esters and Ethers Market research report. During the research process, a wide range of industry-affecting factors are examined, including governmental regulations, market conditions, competitive levels, historical data, market situation, technological advancements, upcoming developments, in related businesses, as well as market volatility, prospects, potential barriers, and challenges.

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Key Segments:

➥ By Raw Material: Cotton, Recycled Paper, Wood Cellulose, Sugarcane, Others

➥ By Product: Cellulose Acetate, Cellulose Nitrate, Carboxymethyl Cellulose, Methyl Cellulose, Ethyl Cellulose, Others

➥ By Process: Kraft Process, Sulfite Process

➥ By Application: Food and Beverages, Pharmaceuticals, Personal Care, Packaging, Construction, Textiles, Others

Regional Analysis for Cellulose Esters and Ethers Market:

⇥ North America (U.S., Canada, Mexico)

⇥ Europe (U.K., Italy, Germany, Russia, France, Spain, The Netherlands and Rest of Europe)

⇥ Asia-Pacific (India, Japan, China, South Korea, Australia, Indonesia Rest of Asia Pacific)

⇥ South America (Colombia, Brazil, Argentina, Rest of South America)

⇥ Middle East & Africa (Saudi Arabia, U.A.E., South Africa, Rest of Middle East & Africa)

Benefits of the Report:

Chapter 1: Sets the stage by outlining the report's coverage, summarizing key market segments by region, product type, and application. Presents a snapshot of market sizes, growth potential across segments, and anticipated industry evolution both short and long term.

Chapter 2: Highlights pivotal market insights and uncovers the most significant emerging trends driving change within the industry.

Chapter 3: Offers an in-depth look at the competitive landscape among Cellulose Esters and Ethers producers, including revenue shares, strategic moves, and recent mergers and acquisitions.

Chapter 4: Presents comprehensive profiles of the market's key players, delving into details such as revenue, profit margins, product portfolios, and company milestones.

Chapters 5 & 6: Analyze Cellulose Esters and Ethers revenue at both regional and country levels, providing quantitative breakdowns of market sizes, growth opportunities, and development prospects worldwide.

Chapter 7: Focuses on different market segments by type, examining their individual sizes and potential, guiding readers toward high-impact, untapped market areas.

Chapter 8: Explores segmentation by application, evaluating industry growth potential in various downstream markets and pinpointing promising sectors for expansion.

Chapter 9: Provides a thorough review of the industry's supply chain mapping out both upstream and downstream activities.

Chapter 10: Concludes with a summary of the report's key findings and highlights the most critical takeaways for industry stakeholders.

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FAQ

What is the current size of the Cellulose Esters and Ethers Market?

A: In 2022, the Cellulose Esters and Ethers Market was valued at US$ 6.0 billion , reflecting its strong industry presence.

Q2: How large is the Cellulose Esters and Ethers Market expected to be by 2031?

A: By 2031, industry forecasts suggest the Cellulose Esters and Ethers Market will grow to around US$ 9.0 billion, demonstrating significant expansion.

Q3: What is the growth rate of the Cellulose Esters and Ethers Market?

A: The market is projected to expand at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.1% during the forecast period from 2024 to 2031.

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