The global Oil and Gas Water Treatment Chemicals Market Study analyzes and forecasts the market size across 6 regions and 24 countries for diverse segments -By Type (Scale and Corrosion Inhibitors, Biocides and Disinfectants, Defoamers and Defoaming Agents, Flocculants and Coagulants, Demulsifiers, Oxygen Scavengers, Others).
Oil and gas water treatment chemicals are essential for maintaining the integrity and efficiency of water management systems in the oil and gas industry, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations and operational requirements. These chemicals are used to treat various types of water produced during oil and gas exploration, drilling, production, and refining processes, including produced water, flowback water, and wastewater. Oil and gas water treatment chemicals serve multiple purposes, such as removing contaminants, reducing scaling and corrosion, controlling microbial growth, and enhancing water quality for reuse or discharge. Common types of water treatment chemicals used in the oil and gas industry include biocides, scale inhibitors, corrosion inhibitors, demulsifiers, flocculants, and pH adjusters. Biocides are used to control the growth of bacteria and algae in water systems, preventing microbiologically influenced corrosion and biofouling. Scale inhibitors help prevent the deposition of mineral scales, such as calcium carbonate, calcium sulfate, and barium sulfate, which can clog pipelines, equipment, and injection wells. Corrosion inhibitors protect metal surfaces from corrosion caused by dissolved oxygen, hydrogen sulfide, and other corrosive agents present in produced water. Demulsifiers aid in the separation of oil, water, and solids in emulsions, facilitating the efficient recovery of oil and water from produced fluids. Flocculants are used to aggregate suspended solids into larger particles, allowing for easier removal by filtration or sedimentation. Additionally, pH adjusters are employed to maintain optimal pH levels in water systems, preventing corrosion and optimizing the performance of other treatment chemicals. With increasing global demand for oil and gas production and growing environmental concerns, the importance of effective water treatment chemicals in the oil and gas industry s to rise, driving innovation and advancements in water management technologies and practices.
The market report analyses the leading companies in the industry including AECI Water, AES Arabia Ltd, Aries Chemical Inc, Avista Technologies Inc, BASF SE, Buckman, Chemtex Speciality Ltd, ChemTreat Inc, DuPont de Nemours Inc, Ecolab Inc, Ion Exchange, Italmatch Chemicals SpA, Kemira Oyj, Kurita Water Industries Ltd, Metito, Ovivo, Solenis, SUEZ, Thermax Ltd, Veolia Water Technologies, WETICO, and others.
One prominent market trend in the oil and gas water treatment chemicals industry is the increasing focus on sustainable solutions for managing water resources in oil and gas operations. With growing concerns over environmental impact and water scarcity, there is a shift towards the adoption of water treatment chemicals that minimize waste, reduce energy consumption, and mitigate environmental contamination. This trend is driven by regulatory pressure, corporate sustainability initiatives, and stakeholder expectations for responsible water management practices throughout the oil and gas value chain.
A key market driver for oil and gas water treatment chemicals is the rising demand for enhanced oil recovery (EOR) techniques to maximize hydrocarbon production from existing reservoirs. As conventional oil reserves become increasingly depleted, oil and gas companies are turning to advanced recovery methods such as EOR to extract additional oil from mature fields. Water plays a crucial role in EOR processes, including water flooding and steam injection, necessitating the use of specialized treatment chemicals to optimize water quality, control scaling and corrosion, and ensure reservoir integrity. This drive for enhanced oil recovery is fueling the demand for water treatment chemicals tailored to the unique challenges of oilfield operations.
An opportunity for market growth lies in the development of advanced treatment technologies and chemical formulations to address the evolving needs of the oil and gas industry for efficient and cost-effective water management solutions. Companies can capitalize on this opportunity by investing in research and innovation to develop next-generation water treatment chemicals with improved performance, compatibility with unconventional hydrocarbon resources, and reduced environmental footprint. Additionally, the integration of digitalization, automation, and data analytics into water treatment processes offers opportunities to enhance efficiency, optimize chemical dosing, and minimize operational risks, thereby driving demand for innovative water treatment solutions in the oil and gas sector.
Within the Oil and Gas Water Treatment Chemicals market, the largest segment is Scale and Corrosion Inhibitors. Scale and corrosion pose significant challenges in oil and gas production operations, leading to equipment damage, reduced efficiency, and increased maintenance costs. Scale inhibitors prevent the formation of mineral deposits, such as calcium carbonate, calcium sulfate, and barium sulfate, which can accumulate on surfaces and impede fluid flow in pipes, pumps, and valves. Corrosion inhibitors protect metal surfaces from deterioration caused by chemical reactions with corrosive substances present in water, such as oxygen and hydrogen sulfide. The increasing demand for oil and gas, coupled with the exploration and production of unconventional resources, has intensified the need for effective water treatment chemicals to maintain production efficiency and prolong equipment lifespan. Additionally, stringent environmental regulations governing water discharge and treatment standards further drive the adoption of scale and corrosion inhibitors in oil and gas operations. As the industry continues to focus on maximizing production efficiency and minimizing environmental impact, the demand for scale and corrosion inhibitors is expected to remain robust, solidifying its position as the largest segment in the Oil and Gas Water Treatment Chemicals market.
By Type
Scale and Corrosion Inhibitors
Biocides and Disinfectants
Defoamers and Defoaming Agents
Flocculants and Coagulants
Demulsifiers
Oxygen Scavengers
Others
Countries Analyzed
North America (US, Canada, Mexico)
Europe (Germany, UK, France, Spain, Italy, Russia, Rest of Europe)
Asia Pacific (China, India, Japan, South Korea, Australia, South East Asia, Rest of Asia)
South America (Brazil, Argentina, Rest of South America)
Middle East and Africa (Saudi Arabia, UAE, Rest of Middle East, South Africa, Egypt, Rest of Africa)
AECI Water
AES Arabia Ltd
Aries Chemical Inc
Avista Technologies Inc
BASF SE
Buckman
Chemtex Speciality Ltd
ChemTreat Inc
DuPont de Nemours Inc
Ecolab Inc
Ion Exchange
Italmatch Chemicals SpA
Kemira Oyj
Kurita Water Industries Ltd
Metito
Ovivo
Solenis
SUEZ
Thermax Ltd
Veolia Water Technologies
WETICO
*- List Not Exhaustive
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 Introduction to 2024 Oil and Gas Water Treatment Chemicals Market
1.1 Market Overview
1.2 Quick Facts
1.3 Scope/Objective of the Study
1.4 Market Definition
1.5 Countries and Regions Covered
1.6 Units, Currency, and Conversions
1.7 Industry Value Chain
2 Research Methodology
2.1 Market Size Estimation
2.2 Sources and Research Methodology
2.3 Data Triangulation
2.4 Assumptions and Limitations
3 Executive Summary
3.1 Global Oil and Gas Water Treatment Chemicals Market Size Outlook, $ Million, 2021 to 2032
3.2 Oil and Gas Water Treatment Chemicals Market Outlook by Type, $ Million, 2021 to 2032
3.3 Oil and Gas Water Treatment Chemicals Market Outlook by Product, $ Million, 2021 to 2032
3.4 Oil and Gas Water Treatment Chemicals Market Outlook by Application, $ Million, 2021 to 2032
3.5 Oil and Gas Water Treatment Chemicals Market Outlook by Key Countries, $ Million, 2021 to 2032
4 Market Dynamics
4.1 Key Driving Forces of Oil and Gas Water Treatment Chemicals Industry
4.2 Key Market Trends in Oil and Gas Water Treatment Chemicals Industry
4.3 Potential Opportunities in Oil and Gas Water Treatment Chemicals Industry
4.4 Key Challenges in Oil and Gas Water Treatment Chemicals Industry
5 Market Factor Analysis
5.1 Value Chain Analysis
5.2 Competitive Landscape
5.2.1 Global Oil and Gas Water Treatment Chemicals Market Share by Company (%), 2023
5.2.2 Product Offerings by Company
5.3 Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
5.4 Pricing Analysis and Outlook
6 Growth Outlook Across Scenarios
6.1 Growth Analysis-Case Scenario Definitions
6.2 Low Growth Scenario Forecasts
6.3 Reference Growth Scenario Forecasts
6.4 High Growth Scenario Forecasts
7 Global Oil and Gas Water Treatment Chemicals Market Outlook by Segments
7.1 Oil and Gas Water Treatment Chemicals Market Outlook by Segments, $ Million, 2021- 2032
By Type
Scale and Corrosion Inhibitors
Biocides and Disinfectants
Defoamers and Defoaming Agents
Flocculants and Coagulants
Demulsifiers
Oxygen Scavengers
Others
8 North America Oil and Gas Water Treatment Chemicals Market Analysis and Outlook To 2032
8.1 Introduction to North America Oil and Gas Water Treatment Chemicals Markets in 2024
8.2 North America Oil and Gas Water Treatment Chemicals Market Size Outlook by Country, 2021-2032
8.2.1 United States
8.2.2 Canada
8.2.3 Mexico
8.3 North America Oil and Gas Water Treatment Chemicals Market size Outlook by Segments, 2021-2032
By Type
Scale and Corrosion Inhibitors
Biocides and Disinfectants
Defoamers and Defoaming Agents
Flocculants and Coagulants
Demulsifiers
Oxygen Scavengers
Others
9 Europe Oil and Gas Water Treatment Chemicals Market Analysis and Outlook To 2032
9.1 Introduction to Europe Oil and Gas Water Treatment Chemicals Markets in 2024
9.2 Europe Oil and Gas Water Treatment Chemicals Market Size Outlook by Country, 2021-2032
9.2.1 Germany
9.2.2 France
9.2.3 Spain
9.2.4 United Kingdom
9.2.4 Italy
9.2.5 Russia
9.2.6 Norway
9.2.7 Rest of Europe
9.3 Europe Oil and Gas Water Treatment Chemicals Market Size Outlook by Segments, 2021-2032
By Type
Scale and Corrosion Inhibitors
Biocides and Disinfectants
Defoamers and Defoaming Agents
Flocculants and Coagulants
Demulsifiers
Oxygen Scavengers
Others
10 Asia Pacific Oil and Gas Water Treatment Chemicals Market Analysis and Outlook To 2032
10.1 Introduction to Asia Pacific Oil and Gas Water Treatment Chemicals Markets in 2024
10.2 Asia Pacific Oil and Gas Water Treatment Chemicals Market Size Outlook by Country, 2021-2032
10.2.1 China
10.2.2 India
10.2.3 Japan
10.2.4 South Korea
10.2.5 Indonesia
10.2.6 Malaysia
10.2.7 Australia
10.2.8 Rest of Asia Pacific
10.3 Asia Pacific Oil and Gas Water Treatment Chemicals Market size Outlook by Segments, 2021-2032
By Type
Scale and Corrosion Inhibitors
Biocides and Disinfectants
Defoamers and Defoaming Agents
Flocculants and Coagulants
Demulsifiers
Oxygen Scavengers
Others
11 South America Oil and Gas Water Treatment Chemicals Market Analysis and Outlook To 2032
11.1 Introduction to South America Oil and Gas Water Treatment Chemicals Markets in 2024
11.2 South America Oil and Gas Water Treatment Chemicals Market Size Outlook by Country, 2021-2032
11.2.1 Brazil
11.2.2 Argentina
11.2.3 Rest of South America
11.3 South America Oil and Gas Water Treatment Chemicals Market size Outlook by Segments, 2021-2032
By Type
Scale and Corrosion Inhibitors
Biocides and Disinfectants
Defoamers and Defoaming Agents
Flocculants and Coagulants
Demulsifiers
Oxygen Scavengers
Others
12 Middle East and Africa Oil and Gas Water Treatment Chemicals Market Analysis and Outlook To 2032
12.1 Introduction to Middle East and Africa Oil and Gas Water Treatment Chemicals Markets in 2024
12.2 Middle East and Africa Oil and Gas Water Treatment Chemicals Market Size Outlook by Country, 2021-2032
12.2.1 Saudi Arabia
12.2.2 UAE
12.2.3 Oman
12.2.4 Rest of Middle East
12.2.5 Egypt
12.2.6 Nigeria
12.2.7 South Africa
12.2.8 Rest of Africa
12.3 Middle East and Africa Oil and Gas Water Treatment Chemicals Market size Outlook by Segments, 2021-2032
By Type
Scale and Corrosion Inhibitors
Biocides and Disinfectants
Defoamers and Defoaming Agents
Flocculants and Coagulants
Demulsifiers
Oxygen Scavengers
Others
13 Company Profiles
13.1 Company Snapshot
13.2 SWOT Profiles
13.3 Products and Services
13.4 Recent Developments
13.5 Financial Profile
AECI Water
AES Arabia Ltd
Aries Chemical Inc
Avista Technologies Inc
BASF SE
Buckman
Chemtex Speciality Ltd
ChemTreat Inc
DuPont de Nemours Inc
Ecolab Inc
Ion Exchange
Italmatch Chemicals SpA
Kemira Oyj
Kurita Water Industries Ltd
Metito
Ovivo
Solenis
SUEZ
Thermax Ltd
Veolia Water Technologies
WETICO
14 Appendix
14.1 Customization Offerings
14.2 Subscription Services
14.3 Related Reports
14.4 Publisher Expertise
By Type
Scale and Corrosion Inhibitors
Biocides and Disinfectants
Defoamers and Defoaming Agents
Flocculants and Coagulants
Demulsifiers
Oxygen Scavengers
Others
Countries Analyzed
North America (US, Canada, Mexico)
Europe (Germany, UK, France, Spain, Italy, Russia, Rest of Europe)
Asia Pacific (China, India, Japan, South Korea, Australia, South East Asia, Rest of Asia)
South America (Brazil, Argentina, Rest of South America)
Middle East and Africa (Saudi Arabia, UAE, Rest of Middle East, South Africa, Egypt, Rest of Africa)
Global Oil and Gas Water Treatment Chemicals Market Size is valued at $3.6 Billion in 2024 and is forecast to register a growth rate (CAGR) of 3.9% to reach $4.9 Billion by 2032.
Emerging Markets across Asia Pacific, Europe, and Americas present robust growth prospects.
AECI Water, AES Arabia Ltd, Aries Chemical Inc, Avista Technologies Inc, BASF SE, Buckman, Chemtex Speciality Ltd, ChemTreat Inc, DuPont de Nemours Inc, Ecolab Inc, Ion Exchange, Italmatch Chemicals SpA, Kemira Oyj, Kurita Water Industries Ltd, Metito, Ovivo, Solenis, SUEZ, Thermax Ltd, Veolia Water Technologies, WETICO
Base Year- 2023; Estimated Year- 2024; Historic Period- 2018-2023; Forecast period- 2024 to 2032; Currency: Revenue (USD); Volume