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Author: Tanzila Naz, Research Analyst
October 9, 2025
With the increasing population, rising disposable income, and expansion of industries, the demand for detergents and household cleaning agents is increasing, driving the growth of the market.
Based on application, the linear alkylbenzene sulfonates (LAS) segment dominated the market due to its foaming and emulsifying nature.
The Asia-Pacific region dominated the linear alkyl benzene (LAB) market due to the availability of raw material on a large scale, low labor cost, and increasing hygiene awareness.
The major players, including Reliance Industries Limited (RIL), Honeywell International Inc., Indorama Ventures Public Company Limited, NIRMA, Sasol Limited, Indian Oil Corporation Ltd, Enaspol a.s., and FARABI GROUP, are frequently pursuing R&D investments and strategic alliances to expand their global reach.
According to a new report by UnivDatos, the Linear Alkyl Benzene Market is expected to reach USD million in 2033 by growing at a CAGR of 4.56%. Global demand for biodegradable products is increasing, which contributes to the growth of the linear alkyl benzene market. Its derivative, linear alkylbenzene sulphonate (LAS), is used in the formulation of detergents, soaps, and household cleansing agents. The LAS can be obtained from either process: HF-alkylation or DETAL technology. Out of these two, DETAL technology is the popular one because it avoids using hazardous products. Instead of using liquid hydrofluoric acid, it uses a solid acid catalyst. Furthermore, due to its amphiphilic molecular structure, which reduces surface tension, the textile industry is adopting it, thereby driving the growth of the linear alkyl benzene market.
The increasing demand for household and detergent products is one of the key drivers of the global linear alkyl benzene market, boosted by the increasing population and urbanization. As the population increases, the demand for cleaning agents, detergents, and soap will also increase. According to the UN, as of 2025, India’s population has reached 1.46 billion. This highlights that with an increase in population, the demand for household and detergent products will also increase. Moreover, the rising disposable income is also driving market growth. As people are now able to afford soap and detergent products. According to reports, the average annual consumption of detergents in India is 2.7 kg. Meanwhile, the average consumption of industrialized countries, such as the U.S. and Turkey, is 10 kg per annum and 37 kg per person, respectively. This gap indicates that as income levels increase and urbanization progresses, there is a corresponding surge in demand for detergents and household cleaning products.
Access sample report (including graphs, charts, and figures): https://univdatos.com/reports/linear-alkyl-benzene-market?popup=report-enquiry
According to the report, APAC held the dominant market share in the Linear Alkyl Benzene Market
The Asia-Pacific dominated the global linear alkyl benzene (LAB) market in 2024 and is forecasted to remain in this position in the forecast period. This is due to the availability of raw material, low labor cost, and a large customer base. APAC countries, such as China and India, are the largest manufacturers of linear alkyl benzene, as they utilize advanced processing technologies and have efficient supply chains. The increasing population and industrialization are also fueling the growth of the market. Additionally, the government policies for eco-friendly and biodegradable products encourage manufacturers to adopt the use of green chemicals in their products. These growing government policies are accelerating the Asia-Pacific linear alkyl benzene (LAB) market.
Market Size, Trends, & Forecast by Revenue | 2025−2033.
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Market Segmentation – A detailed analysis By Application, By End-Use, By Distribution Channel, and By Region
Competitive Landscape – Top Key Vendors and Other Prominent Vendors
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