Methyl Cellulose Market worth $5.88 billion by 2030
The report “Methyl Cellulose Market by Application (Construction, Pharmaceutical, Personal Care, Food & Beverage, Others) and Region - Global Forecast to 2030” is projected to grow from USD 3.64 billion in 2025 and to reach USD 5.88 billion by 2030, at a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 10.0% during the forecast period.
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The methyl cellulose market size is valued at USD 3.64 billion in 2025 and is expected to reach USD 5.88 billion by 2030, projecting a CAGR of 10.0% during the forecast period.
The demand for methyl cellulose is increasing globally as businesses seek versatile, dependable, and environmentally friendly additives that can improve product performance across a wide range of applications. Manufacturers in the construction, pharmaceutical, food, and personal care industries are increasingly looking for chemicals that increase consistency and stability while satisfying safety and sustainability standards. Methyl cellulose meets this need by providing a unique combination of water solubility, thermal gelation, film-forming ability, and non-toxic behavior, making it suitable for a wide range of applications, including advanced tile adhesives and mortars, controlled-release drug formulations, and texture-optimized food products. As companies strive for higher-quality final products, increased process efficiency, and less reliance on synthetic or dangerous chemicals, methyl cellulose becomes a popular choice. Its versatility allows formulators to streamline ingredients and improve performance without major process changes, which further accelerates its adoption across the global market.
The pharmaceutical segment is projected to be the fastest-growing application in the overall methyl cellulose market.
The pharmaceutical industry is projected to be the fastest-growing application in the methyl cellulose market, owing to its increased use as a safe, high-purity excipient in current medicine formulations. Methyl cellulose performs several vital functions in the pharmaceutical industry, including acting as a binder in tablet manufacture, a stabilizer and thickener in liquid formulations, a film-former in coatings, and a significant component in controlled-release and sustained-release drug delivery systems. As global demand for high-quality medications grows due to aging populations, chronic disease prevalence, and increased healthcare access in emerging economies, so does the need for dependable, consistent, and regulatory-compliant excipients. Methyl cellulose's non-toxic, biodegradable, and inert nature makes it an ideal choice for pharmaceutical applications where safety and performance are essential. The trend toward advanced oral dosage forms and complex formulations further accelerates the adoption of specialty cellulose derivatives, solidifying the pharmaceutical segment as the fastest-growing consumer of methyl cellulose.
The Middle East & Africa is expected to be the second-fastest-growing market for methyl cellulose globally.
The Middle East & Africa is projected to be the second-fastest growing market for methyl cellulose during the forecast period. The market in this region is driven by the strong increase in building & infrastructure development and industrialization in Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Qatar, Egypt, and South Africa. Large-scale projects such as residential housing, commercial complexes, transit networks, and smart city efforts are driving significant demand for high-performance construction materials. The region's hot and dry climate further increases the demand for water-retention agents in cementitious products, making methyl cellulose critical for preserving workability and preventing premature drying in mortars, plasters, and tile adhesives. Increased investment in the pharmaceutical, food processing, and personal care industries, particularly in Gulf countries seeking to diversify their economies, boosts consumption. As the Middle East & Africa continues to modernize its infrastructure and strengthen its manufacturing base, demand for reliable, high-quality functional additives like methyl cellulose is rising quickly, positioning the region as a major growth driver globally.
Key Players
Prominent companies include Dow Chemical Company (US), Shin-Etsu Chemical Co., Ltd. (Japan), Ashland Global Holdings, Inc. (US), Nouryon Chemicals Holding B.V. (Netherlands), Shandong Head Co., Ltd. (China), and Hubei Jiahua Cellulose Co., Ltd. (China), among others.
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