Silicone Fluids Companies

The global silicone fluids market is projected to grow from USD 6.71 billion in 2024 to USD 10.03 billion by 2032, at a CAGR of 4.4% during the forecast period. The major factors driving the growth of the market include the increasing demand from the end-use industries such as personal care & beauty, automotive & transportation, textiles, etc. In addition to this, growing concern towards sustainability, and increasing industrial growth along with raising urbanization in emerging economies also boost the demand for silicone fluids.

Silicone Fluids Companies

The major players in the silicone fluids market with a significant global presence are Dow (US), Wacker Chemie AG (Germany), Elkem ASA (Norway), KCC Corporation (South Korea), Shin-Etsu Chemical Co., Ltd. (Japan), Gelest Inc. (US), Innospec, Inc. (US), and CHT Group (Germany), Evonik Industries AG (Germany), AB Specialty Silicones (US), etc. The market players have adopted various strategies such as partnerships, expansions, and acquisitions to strengthen their position in the silicone fluids market.

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Dow (US) is a one of the leaders in silicone fluids market, and also has further diversified portfolios of silicone-based solutions for any applications ranging from personal care, automotive and construction industries, electronics, and health to industrial manufacturing industries. With decades of experience in silicone technology, Dow has a strong footing in innovation and product development through the creation of new formulations aimed at enhancing the performance, durability and sustainability of targeted products. It provides silicone fluids in all forms-dimethyl silicone fluids, phenyl-modified silicone fluids, and functionalized silicone fluids-for specific needs of application.

Wacker Chemie AG (Germany) is one of the world's preeminent manufacturers of silicone fluids and encompasses a wide selection of high-performance silicone-based solutions for various industries. Wacker is headquartered in Munich, Germany, and it has a strong presence in the silicone fluids market globally, with production plants, R&D centers, and sales offices in Europe, North America, and Asia Pacific. The company develops and manufactures dimethyl silicone fluids, phenyl-modified silicone fluids, fluorosilicone fluids, and methyl hydrogen silicone fluids, targeting industries such as personal care, automotive, construction, electronics, healthcare, and industrial manufacture. In the personal care industry, especially, the BELSIL® brand of Wacker is very well established, supplying silicone fluids to enhance the texture, spreadability, and longevity of many skincare and haircare products.

Elkem ASA (Norway) is indeed quite a global player in itself concerning its deep knowledge in silicon-based materials and offers innovative products. The company, which is based in Norway, now has a large manufacturing, R&D, and distribution base spread across Europe, North America, and Asia-Pacific geographies. Providing sustainable and innovative bio-based and low-carbon silicone solutions, Elkem endeavors to have just the right commitment to sustainability and innovation. Its products are progressively being improved for better performance and efficiency. It also provides more sophisticated silicone fluids for personal care segments, delivering top-shelf sensory experiences with long-lasting effects that are included in skincare and hair-care formulations.

KCC Corporation (South Korea) headquartered in South Korea, is one of the major international manufacturers of silicone-based materials, including silicone fluids. The company has grown into an important player in the silicone fluids market by offering an array of high-performance solutions to a wide range of end-use industries such as personal care, automotive, construction, electronics, and industrial manufacturing. KCC silicone fluids are known for their excellent thermal stability, water repellency, lubricity, and chemical resistance, rendering them to applications in cosmetics, sealants, coatings, lubricants, and others. With a strong focus on research and development (R&D), the KCC Corporation invests continuously in innovation to improve the performance and sustainability of silicone fluid products. This company did establish its production capability with advanced manufacturing facilities in South Korea and other key locations to guarantee the continuous supply of high-quality silicone solutions to the global market.

Shin-Etsu Chemical Co., Ltd.(Japan) is a leading company with international respect in manufacturing silicone fluids. Ever since its inception in 1926, this company has earned its place among the top manufacturers of silicones around the world. The headquarters of this company is located in Tokyo, Japan. Shin-Etsu has a variety of silicone fluids for applications such as personal care, motor vehicles, construction, electronics, healthcare, and industrial manufacturing. Their silicone fluids are self-locked and thermally stable. In addition, they are resistant to different chemicals, have a very low surface tension, and possess an excellent lubricating ability. These properties make possible the applications of these fluids in cosmetics, lubricants, sealants, coatings, and medical devices. Equipped with the most advanced manufacturing facilities in Japan, China, the US, Europe, and Southeast Asia, Shin-Etsu has developed a strong supply chain that enables its customer base to enjoy world-class services with little lead time.

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