TAED Market Forecast, Trend Analysis & Competition Tracking - Global Industry Insights 2015 to 2031

Demand for TAED from 2015 to 2020 Vs. Future Market Projections for 2021-2031

From 2015 to 2020, sales of TAED have increased at a stable rate, expanding over 2.0% CAGR.

Tetraacetylethylenediamine (TAED) is an organic compound majorly used as a bleach activator in laundry and dishwashing detergents and paper manufacturing. It is produced through a two-stage process from ethylenediamine and acetic anhydride.  TAED is manufactured by successive acetylation of ethylene diamine, first with acetic acid and then with acetic anhydride. Excess acetic acid and excess acetic anhydride are recovered by distillation, separated and reused within the process. During wash cycles, TAED completely dissolves and undergoes perhydrolysis to provide an efficient bleaching effect at lower washing temperatures.

TAED is a highly preferred detergent additive in several geographies due to its non-toxic and biodegradable nature. It readily dissolves in water and can be easily disposed of through sewage treatment plants. More importantly, it is also not harmful for humans, aquatic life, or the environment. Global production of TAED is estimated at XXX K Tons in 2020.

Global TAED Market Revenue Outlook:

The global TAED market was valued at over US$ 400 Mn in 2020 and is projected to register а САGR of close to 2.0% by 2031.

TAED is mainly consumed for laundry and dishwashing detergents and tablets, but a small amount is also used in industries, including paper, textiles, and chemicals production. Increasing demand for powerful laundry and dishwashing detergents amidst the COVID-19 pandemic is expected to impact the target market growth positively. According to the NCDC (National Centre for Disease Control), washing with household detergents and using standard disinfectant products should be adequate for general precautionary cleaning. It is also advised to use diluted household bleach solutions on some surfaces, as it is one of the best possible ways to remove the novel coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2).

TAED's biodegradable nature allows it to be easily removed during wastewater treatment. TAED is also used as biocides, denture cleaning, and the cold sterilization of medical instruments. Low toxicity and low prices of TAED in disinfectants' manufacturing are expected to support the target market growth further. However, the recent COVID-19 pandemic disrupted the supply chain of several chemicals across various economies. The lockdown resulted in closures of manufacturing plants and restricted trade activities, which led to fluctuating supply of raw materials and end-products and volatility in prices.

Competitive Outlook:

Three players, namely – Lubrizol, Weylchem, and Zhejian Jinke Household, majorly dominate the global TAED market. Till 2014, Warwick Chemicals was a prominent producer of TAED. The company also had acquired International Detergents Chemicals Ltd. (IDC), another major manufacturer of TAED. In 2014, Lubrizol Corp. acquired Warwick and its production plants, which helped Lubrizol expand its product portfolio. Lubrizol now offers Mykon TAED and Warwick TAED.

Similarly, in 2014, Clariant AG sold its detergents business to International Chemical Investors Group (ICIG). ICIG transferred the business segment and employees of Clariant to operate under the Weylchem brand umbrella. Weylchem's offerings include Peractive® line of TAED products.

Annual Capacity (K Tons) of TAED Producers by Company, 2020:

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Global TAED Market Share by Company, 2020

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Import-Export Analysis of Surface-Active Preparations, 2016-2020

The import of Surface-active preparations (HS Code – 340290), which includes TAED, decreased 1.2% in 2020 to reach the value of US$ 6.4 Bn, while the export declined by 1%. Major importing countries in this category include China, accounting for 6.6% of the total global imports. China is followed by Germany, the US, France, and Vietnam. Major exporting countries of surface-active preparations include Germany, the US, China, the UK, and France.

The imports of surface-active preparations fell by 4.1% during the Q2 of 2020 as compared to the previous quarter, due to the trade restrictions imposed to contain the coronavirus. Nonetheless, the imports stabilized in the Q3-2020 increasing by 1.9% and subsequently to 6.2% in Q4-2020. On the other hand, the exports declined by 5.1% in the Q2-2020 from the previous quarter and noted a subsequent growth of 1.5% and 3.2% in Q3-2020 and Q4-2020, respectively.

Regional Analysis:

Europe is anticipated to hold a significant share of the global TAED market. The region is also expected to register the highest growth rates over the forecast period. Increasing demand for detergents and cleaners, coupled with consumer awareness of the energy-saving benefits of low-temperature washing, is expected to boost the target market growth in the region. Moreover, prominent players in the region are also expected to support the market revenue growth.

Competitive Landscape:

The TAED market landscape appears highly consolidated, with a significant chunk of it being dominated by players in the European region.

• Lubrizol Corp.
• WeylChem Group
• Zhejiang Jinke Chemicals
• Hefei TNJ Chemical
• Haihang Group
• Hongye Holding Group
• Acuro Organics
• Idchem
• Shandong Chuang Ying
• SDC Enterprises
• Muby Chemicals
• Other Key Players

Report Scope

• Forecast Period: 2022-2031
• Actual Year: 2021
• Historical Data Available for: 2015-2020

Key Regions Covered

• North America
• Europe
• Asia Pacific
• Latin America
• Middle East & Africa

Key Segments Covered

TAED Market, By Form

• Granular
• Powder

TAED Market, By End-Use

• Household Detergents & Cleaners
• Textiles
• Pulp & Paper
• Other End-Uses

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