Germany Water Treatment Chemicals Market, By Type (Coagulants & Flocculants, Corrosion Inhibitors, Scale Inhibitors, Biocides & Disinfectants, Chelating Agents, Others), By End User Industry (Municipal, Power, Oil & Gas, Mining, Chemical, Food & Beverage, Pulp & Paper, Others), By Region, Competition, Forecast & Opportunities, 2018-2028F

Germany Water Treatment Chemicals Market is anticipated to grow significantly rate in the projected period of 2028 which is driven by the increasing demand from oil & gas industry. In 2021, oil refinery capacity in Germany amounted to around 2.12 million barrels per day.

Germany Water Treatment Chemicals Market is expected to expand during the projected period due to increasing demand from oil & gas industry as this sector faces various challenges related to water management, including the need for efficient water treatment solutions which help in increasingly adopting water conservation and reuse practices to minimize freshwater consumption.

Moreover, many laws related to water, laws like Water Management Act, as well as Effluent Charges Act allow the presence of chemicals both organic as well as inorganic up to a certain level, which need to be maintained before water disposal. Non-compliance with the laws or exceeding the levels leads to penalty. Favorable regulations with regard to wastewater treatments is further expected to drive the growth of the Water Treatment Chemicals market.

Rising Demand from the Power Industry

The power industry plays an important role in Germany. Power plants, especially thermal power plants, require large quantities of water for cooling purposes. Cooling water is used to maintain optimal operating temperatures for power generation equipment, such as boilers and turbines. To prevent scaling, corrosion, and microbial growth within the cooling water system, water treatment chemicals like scale inhibitors, corrosion inhibitors, and biocides are used. The demand for water treatment chemicals in the power industry is driven by the need to maintain efficient and reliable cooling water systems, minimizing downtime and maximizing power generation capacity. Similarly, steam generation is a vital process in power plants, and it requires high-quality boiler feedwater. The treatment of boiler feedwater is essential to prevent scaling, corrosion, and fouling in boilers, which can reduce their efficiency and lifespan. Water treatment chemicals, such as oxygen scavengers, pH adjusters, and antiscalant, are employed to optimize boiler water quality and ensure efficient steam generation. The increasing number of power plants in Germany and the focus on enhancing operational efficiency drive the demand for water treatment chemicals for boiler water treatment. In addition, the power industry is subject to strict environmental regulations aimed at minimizing its impact on water resources. Power plants are required to comply with water quality standards and ensure the proper treatment of wastewater before discharge. Water treatment chemicals are utilized to treat power plant wastewater, removing contaminants and pollutants to meet regulatory requirements. The need to adhere to environmental regulations and minimize the industry's ecological footprint contributes to the rising demand for water treatment chemicals in the power sector. Along with this, water scarcity is a significant concern in Germany, necessitating the adoption of sustainable water management practices in the power industry. To address water scarcity challenges, power plants are increasingly focusing on water conservation, water reuse, and recycling. Water treatment chemicals play a crucial role in treating and purifying wastewater for reuse in power plant processes, reducing freshwater consumption and minimizing the strain on water resources. The emphasis on sustainable water management practices drives the demand for water treatment chemicals in the power sector.

Therefore, increasing demand of water treatment chemicals in the power industry led to the growth of Germany Water Treatment Chemicals Market in the upcoming years.

Growing Demand of Water Treatment Chemicals in the Municipal Sector

As urbanization and industrialization continue to accelerate, the demand for water treatment chemicals in the municipal sector has witnessed significant growth. Water treatment chemicals are essential in municipal water treatment plants to ensure the removal of impurities, disinfection of water, and maintenance of optimal water quality standards. The growing urban population directly correlates with the rising demand for water treatment chemicals in the municipal industry. Many municipalities in Germany are grappling with aging water supply infrastructure, leading to challenges in maintaining water quality. Aging pipelines and storage tanks are prone to corrosion, which can introduce impurities and contaminants into the water supply. Water treatment chemicals, including corrosion inhibitors, play a crucial role in mitigating corrosion-related issues, preserving water quality, and ensuring the delivery of safe drinking water to citizens.

Moreover, water scarcity is a growing concern and government are increasingly focusing on water conservation and reuse initiatives. Water treatment chemicals are essential for treating and purifying wastewater for safe reuse in various applications, including irrigation, industrial processes, and non-potable uses. The demand for water treatment chemicals in municipal water treatment plants has increased as municipalities strive to implement efficient water conservation measures and reduce their dependence on freshwater sources.

For instance, in 2023, German government lays foundations for modern water management with aims to protect natural water reserves, take precautionary measures to prevent water scarcity, avoid conflicts of use, tackle the backlog in modernizing the water infrastructure and improve the status of water bodies and water quality.

Furthermore, waterborne diseases pose a significant public health threat in Germany, particularly in densely populated urban areas. Contaminated water can harbor harmful microorganisms, bacteria, and viruses that cause diseases such as cholera, typhoid, and dysentery. To prevent waterborne diseases and protect public health, municipal water treatment facilities rely on water treatment chemicals, including disinfectants and biocides, to eliminate or neutralize pathogens present in the water supply. The increasing emphasis on preventing waterborne diseases fuels the demand for water treatment chemicals in the municipal sector. Hence, the increased use of water treatment chemicals in the treatment of municipal wastewater fueling the Germany Water Treatment Chemicals Market growth in the projected period.

Increasing Demand from Oil & Gas Industry

The extraction of oil and gas results in the production of large volumes of water known as produced water. This water is often contaminated with various impurities, hydrocarbons, and chemicals used in the extraction process. Effective treatment of produced water is vital to meet environmental regulations and ensure its safe disposal or reuse. Water treatment chemicals such as demulsifiers, scale inhibitors, and corrosion inhibitors are essential for removing impurities, separating oil from water, and maintaining the integrity of production equipment. In addition, unconventional oil and gas extraction methods like hydraulic fracturing (fracking), water-based fracturing fluids are used to create fractures in the rock formations to release hydrocarbons. The treatment and recycling of fracturing fluids are critical for efficient operations and minimizing freshwater consumption. Water treatment chemicals, including biocides, scale inhibitors, and friction reducers, are employed to maintain the quality of fracturing fluids, prevent bacterial growth, control scaling, and improve fluid flow properties.

Additionally, corrosion and scaling are significant challenges in the oil and gas industry, particularly in pipelines, storage tanks, and production equipment. Water treatment chemicals, such as corrosion inhibitors and scale inhibitors, play a crucial role in preventing these issues, extending the lifespan of equipment, and ensuring uninterrupted production. All these factors are anticipated to boost the market.

However, the emergence of water treatment technologies such as reverse osmosis (RO), ultrafiltration and UV disinfection restricts the applicability of water treatment chemicals such as chlorine, chloramine, biocides, algaecides result in restraining the growth of the market. Furthermore, side effects associated with the use of these chemicals such as allergies, mouth sores, eczema and rashes further slowdown the market growth.  

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Recent Development

• In 2023, Kurita Water Industries Ltd. has decided to acquire European companies manufacturing and selling water treatment facilities, namely Arcade Engineering GmbH, Arcade Industrie SAS and Arcade Engineering AG for increasing its water treatment facilities business and targeting the electronics industry in Europe.
• In 2019, Valmet and Kemira have signed a partnership agreement in developing wastewater and sludge treatment customer applications for municipal and industrial plants in Europe.

Market Segmentation

Germany Water Treatment Chemicals Market is segmented based on type, end user industry, and region. Based on the type, the market is divided into coagulants & flocculants, corrosion inhibitors, scale inhibitors, biocides & disinfectants, chelating agents, and others. Based on the end user industry, the market is categorized into municipal, power, oil & gas, mining, chemical, food & beverage, pulp & paper, and others. Based on region, the market is segregated into South West, South East, North West, and North East..

Company Profiles

BASF SE, Dow Germany, Solvay GmbH, SNF Germany POLYCHEMIE GmbH, Feralco Deutschland GmbH, Evonik Industries AG, Kemira Germany GmbH, Nouryon Chemicals GmbH, Kurita Europe GmbH, Ovivo Deutschland GmbH are some of the key players in Germany Water Treatment Chemicals Market.

Report Scope:

In this report, Germany Water Treatment Chemicals Market has been segmented into the following categories, in addition to the industry trends, which have also been detailed below:

• Germany Water Treatment Chemicals Market, By Type:
• Coagulants & Flocculants
• Corrosion Inhibitors
• Scale Inhibitors
• Biocides & Disinfectants
• Chelating Agents
• Others
• Germany Water Treatment Chemicals Market, By End User Industry:
• Municipal
• Power
• Oil & Gas
• Mining
• Chemical
• Food & Beverage
• Pulp & Paper
• Others
• Germany Water Treatment Chemicals Market, By Region:
• South West
• South East
• North West
• North East  

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