The global castor oil market was valued at USD 1.4 billion in 2022, growing at a CAGR of 5.1% from 2023 to 2032. The market is expected to reach USD 2.3 billion by 2032. Throughout the forecast period, castor oil is expected to see high demand from the pharmaceutical and cosmetics sectors. Rising healthcare costs and public awareness of preventive care and self-management drive demand for cosmetics and pharmaceutical products. The product's increasing use in creating skincare, cosmetic, and soap goods is also expected to increase its demand.
Castor beans are used to obtain a plant oil known as castor oil. Castor oil has a distinct flavour and scent and ranges in colour from colourless to extremely light yellow. The oil is also applied to encourage the growth of skin and hair. Castor oil is a versatile material with widespread application in producing food, medicines, cosmetics, polymers and resins, chemicals, lubricants, and more. Castor oil has significant benefits over other vegetable oils, including soybean, coconut, sunflower, and others, because it has a fatty acid structure. Castor oil is widely used in many end-use industries, including automotive, electric, paint and varnish, aerospace, and others, because of its natural, non-toxic, renewable, and adjustable physio-chemical properties. Castor oil makes bio-based plastic packaging, lubricants, surface coatings, skincare, hair care, and pharmaceutical products. It is also used in traditional medicines to treat various ailments, including inflammatory issues, stools, headaches, and skin conditions. These factors together account for the growth of the castor oil market. In addition, the castor oil market grew due to the high utilisation of different goods, which also expanded their use as raw materials for developing end-user industries and producing chemicals.
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In August 2020, Lamesoft Balance, a hydrogenated castor oil-based product developed by BASF SE, was used to stabilise ingredients in formulas for washing hair and skin. It facilitates the provision of consistent rheology, which can be challenging to achieve in washing formulations. By grabbing consumers' interest, these events encourage the growth of the cosmetics industry. The market demand for the commodity is rising as castor oil-infused products become increasingly popular.
Increased usage of castor oil as an animal feed- The market for cattle feed is expanding quickly, and milk producers are switching from conventional cattle feed to nutritionally balanced compound feed due to realising the measurable benefits of nutritional feed in terms of increased yield. Because castor oil contains a high concentration of ricinoleic acid, an antibacterial, it is utilised as cow feed. Furthermore, as castor oil is a rich protein source and enhances dairy cattle's performance, it has been attempted in some ruminants and utilised as an anti-coccidial for broilers, driving the market’s growth.
Fluctuating raw material prices- The main source of castor oil's byproducts and raw materials, which are utilised to make products in numerous industries, is castor oil. Factors influencing castor oil yield include soil conditions, latitude, altitude, sunshine, and warmth. While using premium seeds that produce good oil, the water needed is between 2500 and 3000 kg/ha while cultivating and between 700 and 1000 kg/ha when rain-fed. The scarcity of water is making it difficult for farmers to continue farming. Consequently, the yield determines the price of castor oil, and castor beans increase quickly due to inadequate irrigation. The demand for castor oil and downstream production is impacted by price fluctuations, which reduces profit margins.
Increasing use in the cosmetics industry- Eco-friendly cosmetics give emerging nations a competitive edge. "Green" now refers to sustainable, organic, or healthful. It's been observed that the idea of going green has gained popularity due to concerns about climate change, global warming, and environmental issues. Natural and non-toxic, castor oil encourages skin hydration. One of the best eco-friendly raw resources for cosmetics is castor. As attitudes towards environmental stewardship and healthy living change, so do consumers' shopping behaviours. Customers want safe, chemical-free items that are healthy, and the state of the environment has surely made them more aware of the importance of buying green products. Worldwide interest in green cosmetics is rising due to environmental, animal welfare, health, and hygiene worries. The rising number of sensitive people contributes to the growing popularity of green cosmetics, which is predicted to boost castor oil market sales.
The regions analyzed for the market include North America, Europe, South America, Asia Pacific, the Middle East, and Africa. Asia Pacific emerged as the largest global castor oil market, with a 37.8% market revenue share in 2022.
An increase in castor oil production and consumption is the reason for the demand in the region. In addition to the semi-arid parts of China, Japan, and South Korea, castor seeds are grown in the tropical regions of India, Myanmar, Vietnam, Pakistan, Cambodia, Thailand, Bangladesh, Philippines, and Indonesia. While castor seeds were traditionally grown in Asia Pacific's wild areas, many of the region's countries have recently begun to make significant attempts to grow castor seeds commercially. Castor leaves, stems, and roots are also important besides the seeds. Castor leaves are used to raise silkworms in China. While the roots of castor plants are utilised as natural medicines, the stems are used to create paper and medium-density boards.
Asia Pacific Region Castor Oil Market Share in 2022 - 37.8%
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The product segment is divided into 12-HAS, hydrogenated castor oil (castor wax), dehydrated castor oil, sebacic acid, ricinoleic acid, undecylenic acid, and others. The sebacic acid segment dominated the market, with a market share of around 21% in 2022. Rising demand for sebacic acid in manufacturing plastics, biopolymers, and aromatic products is projected to propel the segment's growth and castor oil production in Asia Pacific, particularly in China.
The application segment is divided into surface coatings, cosmetics and pharmaceuticals, lubricants, biodiesel, plastics and resins, and others. The plastics and resins segment dominated the market, with a market share of around 27% in 2022. Compared to crude oil, castor oil is used far more often as a raw material in the production of plastics. The textile sector also replaces recovered plastics, propelling the segment’s growth.
Report Description:
Attribute | Description |
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Market Size | Revenue (USD Billion) |
Market size value in 2022 | USD 1.4 Billion |
Market size value in 2032 | USD 2.3 Billion |
CAGR (2023 to 2032) | 5.1% |
Historical data | 2019-2021 |
Base Year | 2022 |
Forecast | 2023-2032 |
Region | The regions analyzed for the market are Asia Pacific, Europe, South America, North America, and Middle East & Africa. Furthermore, the regions are further analyzed at the country level. |
Segments | Product, Application |
As per The Brainy Insights, the size of the castor oil market was valued at USD 1.4 billion in 2022 to USD 2.3 billion by 2032.
The global castor oil market is growing at a CAGR of 5.1% during the forecast period 2023-2032.
Asia Pacific emerged as the largest castor oil market.
This study forecasts global, regional, and country revenue from 2019 to 2032. The Brainy Insights has segmented the global castor oil market based on the below-mentioned segments:
Global Castor Oil Market By Product:
Global Castor Oil Market By Application:
Global Castor Oil Market By Region:
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