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Anthracene Market Overview
Anthracene Market size is forecast to reach US$440.3 million by 2030, after growing at a CAGR of 4.1% during 2024-2030. Anthracene is a three-fused benzene ring solid polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) with the formula C14H10 and is often found in coal tar. Anthracene is extensively utilized in the manufacture of red dye alizarin, insecticides, anti-cancer agents, wood preservatives, organic light-emitting diodes, and more. The rapid growth in the number of cancer patients has increased the demand for anti-cancer agents. With cancer incidence on the rise, there is a consequential surge in the demand for anti-cancer agents, and anthracene plays a pivotal role in this context. Anthracene derivatives are integral components of various pharmaceuticals and therapeutic agents designed to combat cancer. As research and development in oncology intensify, anthracene's significance as a key building block in anti-cancer drug formulations is amplifying. The market's trajectory is intricately linked to advancements in cancer treatment, making anthracene a critical element in the pharmaceutical industry's ongoing efforts to address the global cancer burden thereby, fueling the anthracene market growth. Another factor assisting the growth of the global anthracene market is the increasing production of coal tar. The anthracene market is benefiting from the escalating production of coal tar, a key source of anthracene. Increased coal tar output meets the rising demand for anthracene, particularly in the pharmaceutical and chemical sectors. Furthermore, the flourishing textile industry is also expected to drive the anthracene market substantially during the forecast period.
Anthracene Market COVID-19 Impact
The COVID-19 outbreak had a significant effect on the agriculture, electronics, textile, and furniture industry. Due to this the demand for anthracene significantly reduced, which affected the overall market growth. According to the Vietnam Textile and Apparel Association (VITAS). Aside from restrictions, the textile industry faced plenty of issues, including production bottlenecks, fluctuating raw material prices, transportation issues, a scarcity of skilled workers, the sale of textile products, and reduced export/import orders. The COVID-19 pandemic caused significant disruptions in the textile industry, including production, exports, and logistics management. The first disruption occurred in production during the first quarter (Q1) of 2020 when China went into lockdown, causing shortages of materials. The second disruption in exports started in Q2 2020 when COVID-19 spread to the export destinations. As a result, these back-to-back disruptions badly affected the textile industry globally, resulting in a downdrift in anthracene market revenue.
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Report Coverage
The report: “Anthracene Market – Forecast (2024-2030)”, by IndustryARC, covers an in-depth analysis of the following segments of the anthracene market.
By Purity: Less than 90%, 90-98%, and More than 99%.
By Application: Wood Preservatives, Pesticides (Insecticides, Herbicides, and Fungicides), Plasticizers, Drugs (Anti-Cancer Agent, Anti-Psoriatic Agent, and Others), Dyes & Coatings (Conformal Coating, Red Dye Alizarin, and Others), Electronics (Organic Light-Emitting Diodes, Transistors, Photovoltaic, and Others), scintillators, and Others.
By Geography: North America (USA, Canada, and Mexico), Europe (UK, Germany, France, Italy, Netherlands, Spain, Russia, Belgium, and Rest of Europe), Asia-Pacific (China, Japan, India, South Korea, Australia and New Zealand, Indonesia, Taiwan, Malaysia, and Rest of APAC), South America (Brazil, Argentina, Colombia, Chile, and Rest of South America), Rest of the World (Middle East, and Africa).
Key Takeaways
● Asia-Pacific dominates the Anthracene market, owing to the expanding pharmaceutical, textile, and electronics industries in the region. Increasing per capita income coupled with the increasing population is the major factor that is driving the pharmaceutical, textile, and electronics industries in the region.
● Anthracene is expected to grow into a major market owing to its utility in identifying situations such as radiation leaks. Following the radiation leak in Japan, there has been an increase in demand for proper radiation leak-checking equipment at nuclear reactor sites all over the world. This is expected to boost the market for anthracene, which is used in scintillators as a luminescent material.
● The EU's decision to prohibit the use of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAH) in their region has stifled market growth in the region.
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Anthracene Market Segment Analysis – By Application
The dyes & coatings segment held the largest share in the anthracene market in 2023 and is forecasted to grow at a CAGR of 3.8% during 2024-2030, owing to the increasing demand for anthracene to manufacture conformal coating and red dye alizarin. Anthracene is colorless in nature but exhibits a blue fluorescence under ultraviolet light. Thus, it is used in the production of red dye alizarin and coatings. Anthracene is commonly used as a UV tracer in conformal coatings applied to printed circuit boards. The anthracene tracer permits UV inspection of the conformal coating. It's one of the most important feedstocks for anthraquinone production. Vat dyes are a class of water-insoluble dyes that can be easily reduced to a water-soluble, usually colorless leuco form that readily impregnates fibers and textiles. Anthraquinone is a common and important raw material in the production of vat dyes. Their main characteristics are brightness and fastness. And such extensive application of anthracene in the dyes & coatings industry is estimated to fuel the anthracene market growth during the forecast period.
Anthracene Market Segment Analysis – By Geography
Asia-Pacific region held the largest share in the anthracene market in 2023 up to 34% and is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 4.6% during 2024-2030, owing to the flourishing textile and printed circuit board industry in the region, which is accelerating the demand for anthracene in the region. India's textile and apparel market was valued at US$108.5 billion in 2015 and is projected to rise to US$226 billion by 2023, with a compound annual growth rate of 8.7% between 2009 and 2023. The Government of India is strongly encouraging the manufacturing and usage of Printed circuit boards in the country. It has launched many initiatives such as ‘Make in India’, ‘Digital India’, and more. By easing the tax regime and lowering bureaucratic barriers, the government hopes to encourage manufacturers to set up more local plants in the country. This is expected to bring in a significant positive impact on the overall printed circuit board demand. Thus, the increasing demand for textiles and printed circuit boards in the region is set to drive the anthracene industry in Asia-Pacific during the forecast period.
Anthracene Market Drivers
Increasing Prevalence of Cancer Patients
The anthracene-9,10-dione (anthraquinone) derivatives are a particularly valuable class in the development of anticancer drugs. Since the discovery of these chemotypes, medicinal chemists have been drawn to anthracycline antibiotics because of their outstanding antitumor potency. Doxorubicin, mitoxantrone, and more recently epirubicin, idarubicin, and valrubicin are anthraquinone-based drugs that have been successfully used in the treatment of hematological and solid tumors. World Health Organization (WHO) says cancer is one of the leading causes of death worldwide. According to World Health Organisation 2023, An estimated 10 million people died from cancer worldwide, and there were 20 million new instances of the disease. Over the next 20 years, there will be a 60% rise in the cancer burden, placing additional strain on communities, individuals, and health systems. In low- and middle-income nations, the biggest increases in the global burden of cancer cases are expected to occur, with an estimated 30 million more cases worldwide by 2040. Due to this increase in the number of cancer patients the demand for anti-cancer agents will significantly increase, owing to which the Anthracene market will exhibit rapid growth over the forecast period.
Soaring Demand from the Agriculture Industry
Anthracene is extensively used in the agriculture sector as herbicides, insecticides, and fungicides. The world population is gradually increasing. With the population steadily growing, enough crops must be produced each year to provide food to people. And pesticides such as herbicides, insecticides, and fungicides play an important role in providing crops with the nutrients they need to grow and enhance crop yield. Thus, to improve the crop yield within the same area of arable lands and provide crops proper nutrients, pesticides are being extensively utilized during crop production. According to European Commission in March 2023, Italian rice is mostly grown in northern regions of Lombardy. Italy is the world’s only grower of types such as Arborio and Carnaroli that are most suitable for the popular Italian dish risotto. With the increasing crop production, there is an increasing demand for pesticides, which is driving the anthracene market in the agriculture sector.
Anthracene Market Challenges
Various Hazards Associated with Anthracene
If inhaled through contaminated air, anthracene has harmful effects on the body. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration's (OSHA) Hazardous Substance List includes anthracene. When someone inhales it, their lungs are first and foremost damaged. If a person works at a hazardous waste site where polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAH) are disposed of, there is a high risk of inhaling anthracene and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAH). Similarly, it can enter one's body through foods and beverages. When a person's skin comes into contact with creosote, roofing tar, heavy oils, or coal tar, as well as contaminated soil containing PAHs, there is a risk of exposure. Once inside the human body, the polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) can spread and target fat tissues. The kidneys, liver, and fat tissues in the human body may be affected. When people are exposed to it, it can harm their health by irritating their eyes, skin, and respiratory tract. When exposed to the environment, it can also cause fire and explosion. Thus, these hazards associated with anthracene are anticipated to hamper the anthracene market.
Anthracene Market Landscape
Technology launches, acquisitions, and R&D activities are key strategies adopted by players in the Anthracene market. Anthracene market top companies include:
1. Fisher Scientific
2. Tokyo Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.
3. CHEMOS GmbH & Co. KG
4. Santa Cruz Biotechnology, Inc.
5. Haihang Industry Co., Ltd.
6. Wego Chemical Group
7. Glentham Life Sciences
8. Spectrum Chemical
9. Merck KGaA
10. Henan Daken Chemical Co., Ltd.