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Global Fermentation Defoamer Market 2026 by Manufacturers, Regions, Type and Application, Forecast to 2032

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1 Market Overview

  • 1.1 Product Overview and Scope
  • 1.2 Market Estimation Caveats and Base Year
  • 1.3 Market Analysis by Type
    • 1.3.1 Overview: Global Fermentation Defoamer Consumption Value by Type: 2021 Versus 2025 Versus 2032
    • 1.3.2 Silicone Defoamer
    • 1.3.3 Polyether Defoamer
    • 1.3.4 Polyether Modified Silicon Defoamer
    • 1.3.5 Other
  • 1.4 Market Analysis by Feature
    • 1.4.1 Overview: Global Fermentation Defoamer Consumption Value by Feature: 2021 Versus 2025 Versus 2032
    • 1.4.2 Anti-foaming Type
    • 1.4.3 Defoaming Type
    • 1.4.4 Dual-effect Anti-foaming Type
  • 1.5 Market Analysis by Channel
    • 1.5.1 Overview: Global Fermentation Defoamer Consumption Value by Channel: 2021 Versus 2025 Versus 2032
    • 1.5.2 Direct Selling
    • 1.5.3 Distribution
  • 1.6 Market Analysis by Application
    • 1.6.1 Overview: Global Fermentation Defoamer Consumption Value by Application: 2021 Versus 2025 Versus 2032
    • 1.6.2 Food & Beverage
    • 1.6.3 Biofuel
    • 1.6.4 Pharmaceutical
    • 1.6.5 Feed
    • 1.6.6 Other
  • 1.7 Global Fermentation Defoamer Market Size & Forecast
    • 1.7.1 Global Fermentation Defoamer Consumption Value (2021 & 2025 & 2032)
    • 1.7.2 Global Fermentation Defoamer Sales Quantity (2021-2032)
    • 1.7.3 Global Fermentation Defoamer Average Price (2021-2032)

2 Manufacturers Profiles

  • 2.1 DuPont
    • 2.1.1 DuPont Details
    • 2.1.2 DuPont Major Business
    • 2.1.3 DuPont Fermentation Defoamer Product and Services
    • 2.1.4 DuPont Fermentation Defoamer Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2021-2026)
    • 2.1.5 DuPont Recent Developments/Updates
  • 2.2 Momentive
    • 2.2.1 Momentive Details
    • 2.2.2 Momentive Major Business
    • 2.2.3 Momentive Fermentation Defoamer Product and Services
    • 2.2.4 Momentive Fermentation Defoamer Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2021-2026)
    • 2.2.5 Momentive Recent Developments/Updates
  • 2.3 Wacker
    • 2.3.1 Wacker Details
    • 2.3.2 Wacker Major Business
    • 2.3.3 Wacker Fermentation Defoamer Product and Services
    • 2.3.4 Wacker Fermentation Defoamer Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2021-2026)
    • 2.3.5 Wacker Recent Developments/Updates
  • 2.4 Shin-Etsu
    • 2.4.1 Shin-Etsu Details
    • 2.4.2 Shin-Etsu Major Business
    • 2.4.3 Shin-Etsu Fermentation Defoamer Product and Services
    • 2.4.4 Shin-Etsu Fermentation Defoamer Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2021-2026)
    • 2.4.5 Shin-Etsu Recent Developments/Updates
  • 2.5 PennWhite
    • 2.5.1 PennWhite Details
    • 2.5.2 PennWhite Major Business
    • 2.5.3 PennWhite Fermentation Defoamer Product and Services
    • 2.5.4 PennWhite Fermentation Defoamer Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2021-2026)
    • 2.5.5 PennWhite Recent Developments/Updates
  • 2.6 KCC Basildon Chemicals
    • 2.6.1 KCC Basildon Chemicals Details
    • 2.6.2 KCC Basildon Chemicals Major Business
    • 2.6.3 KCC Basildon Chemicals Fermentation Defoamer Product and Services
    • 2.6.4 KCC Basildon Chemicals Fermentation Defoamer Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2021-2026)
    • 2.6.5 KCC Basildon Chemicals Recent Developments/Updates
  • 2.7 Blackburn Chemicals
    • 2.7.1 Blackburn Chemicals Details
    • 2.7.2 Blackburn Chemicals Major Business
    • 2.7.3 Blackburn Chemicals Fermentation Defoamer Product and Services
    • 2.7.4 Blackburn Chemicals Fermentation Defoamer Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2021-2026)
    • 2.7.5 Blackburn Chemicals Recent Developments/Updates
  • 2.8 Accepta
    • 2.8.1 Accepta Details
    • 2.8.2 Accepta Major Business
    • 2.8.3 Accepta Fermentation Defoamer Product and Services
    • 2.8.4 Accepta Fermentation Defoamer Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2021-2026)
    • 2.8.5 Accepta Recent Developments/Updates
  • 2.9 ADDAPT Chemicals
    • 2.9.1 ADDAPT Chemicals Details
    • 2.9.2 ADDAPT Chemicals Major Business
    • 2.9.3 ADDAPT Chemicals Fermentation Defoamer Product and Services
    • 2.9.4 ADDAPT Chemicals Fermentation Defoamer Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2021-2026)
    • 2.9.5 ADDAPT Chemicals Recent Developments/Updates
  • 2.10 Emerald Performance Materials
    • 2.10.1 Emerald Performance Materials Details
    • 2.10.2 Emerald Performance Materials Major Business
    • 2.10.3 Emerald Performance Materials Fermentation Defoamer Product and Services
    • 2.10.4 Emerald Performance Materials Fermentation Defoamer Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2021-2026)
    • 2.10.5 Emerald Performance Materials Recent Developments/Updates
  • 2.11 Hydrite Chemical (Organic Defoamer)
    • 2.11.1 Hydrite Chemical (Organic Defoamer) Details
    • 2.11.2 Hydrite Chemical (Organic Defoamer) Major Business
    • 2.11.3 Hydrite Chemical (Organic Defoamer) Fermentation Defoamer Product and Services
    • 2.11.4 Hydrite Chemical (Organic Defoamer) Fermentation Defoamer Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2021-2026)
    • 2.11.5 Hydrite Chemical (Organic Defoamer) Recent Developments/Updates
  • 2.12 Elkem Silicones
    • 2.12.1 Elkem Silicones Details
    • 2.12.2 Elkem Silicones Major Business
    • 2.12.3 Elkem Silicones Fermentation Defoamer Product and Services
    • 2.12.4 Elkem Silicones Fermentation Defoamer Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2021-2026)
    • 2.12.5 Elkem Silicones Recent Developments/Updates
  • 2.13 SIXIN
    • 2.13.1 SIXIN Details
    • 2.13.2 SIXIN Major Business
    • 2.13.3 SIXIN Fermentation Defoamer Product and Services
    • 2.13.4 SIXIN Fermentation Defoamer Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2021-2026)
    • 2.13.5 SIXIN Recent Developments/Updates
  • 2.14 Yantai Thingking Finechem Technology
    • 2.14.1 Yantai Thingking Finechem Technology Details
    • 2.14.2 Yantai Thingking Finechem Technology Major Business
    • 2.14.3 Yantai Thingking Finechem Technology Fermentation Defoamer Product and Services
    • 2.14.4 Yantai Thingking Finechem Technology Fermentation Defoamer Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2021-2026)
    • 2.14.5 Yantai Thingking Finechem Technology Recent Developments/Updates
  • 2.15 Huajin Chemical
    • 2.15.1 Huajin Chemical Details
    • 2.15.2 Huajin Chemical Major Business
    • 2.15.3 Huajin Chemical Fermentation Defoamer Product and Services
    • 2.15.4 Huajin Chemical Fermentation Defoamer Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2021-2026)
    • 2.15.5 Huajin Chemical Recent Developments/Updates
  • 2.16 Sanye Fine Chemical
    • 2.16.1 Sanye Fine Chemical Details
    • 2.16.2 Sanye Fine Chemical Major Business
    • 2.16.3 Sanye Fine Chemical Fermentation Defoamer Product and Services
    • 2.16.4 Sanye Fine Chemical Fermentation Defoamer Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2021-2026)
    • 2.16.5 Sanye Fine Chemical Recent Developments/Updates
  • 2.17 Defeng
    • 2.17.1 Defeng Details
    • 2.17.2 Defeng Major Business
    • 2.17.3 Defeng Fermentation Defoamer Product and Services
    • 2.17.4 Defeng Fermentation Defoamer Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2021-2026)
    • 2.17.5 Defeng Recent Developments/Updates

3 Competitive Environment: Fermentation Defoamer by Manufacturer

  • 3.1 Global Fermentation Defoamer Sales Quantity by Manufacturer (2021-2026)
  • 3.2 Global Fermentation Defoamer Revenue by Manufacturer (2021-2026)
  • 3.3 Global Fermentation Defoamer Average Price by Manufacturer (2021-2026)
  • 3.4 Market Share Analysis (2025)
    • 3.4.1 Producer Shipments of Fermentation Defoamer by Manufacturer Revenue ($MM) and Market Share (%): 2025
    • 3.4.2 Top 3 Fermentation Defoamer Manufacturer Market Share in 2025
    • 3.4.3 Top 6 Fermentation Defoamer Manufacturer Market Share in 2025
  • 3.5 Fermentation Defoamer Market: Overall Company Footprint Analysis
    • 3.5.1 Fermentation Defoamer Market: Region Footprint
    • 3.5.2 Fermentation Defoamer Market: Company Product Type Footprint
    • 3.5.3 Fermentation Defoamer Market: Company Product Application Footprint
  • 3.6 New Market Entrants and Barriers to Market Entry
  • 3.7 Mergers, Acquisition, Agreements, and Collaborations

4 Consumption Analysis by Region

  • 4.1 Global Fermentation Defoamer Market Size by Region
    • 4.1.1 Global Fermentation Defoamer Sales Quantity by Region (2021-2032)
    • 4.1.2 Global Fermentation Defoamer Consumption Value by Region (2021-2032)
    • 4.1.3 Global Fermentation Defoamer Average Price by Region (2021-2032)
  • 4.2 North America Fermentation Defoamer Consumption Value (2021-2032)
  • 4.3 Europe Fermentation Defoamer Consumption Value (2021-2032)
  • 4.4 Asia-Pacific Fermentation Defoamer Consumption Value (2021-2032)
  • 4.5 South America Fermentation Defoamer Consumption Value (2021-2032)
  • 4.6 Middle East & Africa Fermentation Defoamer Consumption Value (2021-2032)

5 Market Segment by Type

  • 5.1 Global Fermentation Defoamer Sales Quantity by Type (2021-2032)
  • 5.2 Global Fermentation Defoamer Consumption Value by Type (2021-2032)
  • 5.3 Global Fermentation Defoamer Average Price by Type (2021-2032)

6 Market Segment by Application

  • 6.1 Global Fermentation Defoamer Sales Quantity by Application (2021-2032)
  • 6.2 Global Fermentation Defoamer Consumption Value by Application (2021-2032)
  • 6.3 Global Fermentation Defoamer Average Price by Application (2021-2032)

7 North America

  • 7.1 North America Fermentation Defoamer Sales Quantity by Type (2021-2032)
  • 7.2 North America Fermentation Defoamer Sales Quantity by Application (2021-2032)
  • 7.3 North America Fermentation Defoamer Market Size by Country
    • 7.3.1 North America Fermentation Defoamer Sales Quantity by Country (2021-2032)
    • 7.3.2 North America Fermentation Defoamer Consumption Value by Country (2021-2032)
    • 7.3.3 United States Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)
    • 7.3.4 Canada Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)
    • 7.3.5 Mexico Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)

8 Europe

  • 8.1 Europe Fermentation Defoamer Sales Quantity by Type (2021-2032)
  • 8.2 Europe Fermentation Defoamer Sales Quantity by Application (2021-2032)
  • 8.3 Europe Fermentation Defoamer Market Size by Country
    • 8.3.1 Europe Fermentation Defoamer Sales Quantity by Country (2021-2032)
    • 8.3.2 Europe Fermentation Defoamer Consumption Value by Country (2021-2032)
    • 8.3.3 Germany Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)
    • 8.3.4 France Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)
    • 8.3.5 United Kingdom Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)
    • 8.3.6 Russia Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)
    • 8.3.7 Italy Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)

9 Asia-Pacific

  • 9.1 Asia-Pacific Fermentation Defoamer Sales Quantity by Type (2021-2032)
  • 9.2 Asia-Pacific Fermentation Defoamer Sales Quantity by Application (2021-2032)
  • 9.3 Asia-Pacific Fermentation Defoamer Market Size by Region
    • 9.3.1 Asia-Pacific Fermentation Defoamer Sales Quantity by Region (2021-2032)
    • 9.3.2 Asia-Pacific Fermentation Defoamer Consumption Value by Region (2021-2032)
    • 9.3.3 China Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)
    • 9.3.4 Japan Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)
    • 9.3.5 South Korea Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)
    • 9.3.6 India Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)
    • 9.3.7 Southeast Asia Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)
    • 9.3.8 Australia Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)

10 South America

  • 10.1 South America Fermentation Defoamer Sales Quantity by Type (2021-2032)
  • 10.2 South America Fermentation Defoamer Sales Quantity by Application (2021-2032)
  • 10.3 South America Fermentation Defoamer Market Size by Country
    • 10.3.1 South America Fermentation Defoamer Sales Quantity by Country (2021-2032)
    • 10.3.2 South America Fermentation Defoamer Consumption Value by Country (2021-2032)
    • 10.3.3 Brazil Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)
    • 10.3.4 Argentina Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)

11 Middle East & Africa

  • 11.1 Middle East & Africa Fermentation Defoamer Sales Quantity by Type (2021-2032)
  • 11.2 Middle East & Africa Fermentation Defoamer Sales Quantity by Application (2021-2032)
  • 11.3 Middle East & Africa Fermentation Defoamer Market Size by Country
    • 11.3.1 Middle East & Africa Fermentation Defoamer Sales Quantity by Country (2021-2032)
    • 11.3.2 Middle East & Africa Fermentation Defoamer Consumption Value by Country (2021-2032)
    • 11.3.3 Turkey Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)
    • 11.3.4 Egypt Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)
    • 11.3.5 Saudi Arabia Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)
    • 11.3.6 South Africa Market Size and Forecast (2021-2032)

12 Market Dynamics

  • 12.1 Fermentation Defoamer Market Drivers
  • 12.2 Fermentation Defoamer Market Restraints
  • 12.3 Fermentation Defoamer Trends Analysis
  • 12.4 Porters Five Forces Analysis
    • 12.4.1 Threat of New Entrants
    • 12.4.2 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
    • 12.4.3 Bargaining Power of Buyers
    • 12.4.4 Threat of Substitutes
    • 12.4.5 Competitive Rivalry

13 Raw Material and Industry Chain

  • 13.1 Raw Material of Fermentation Defoamer and Key Manufacturers
  • 13.2 Manufacturing Costs Percentage of Fermentation Defoamer
  • 13.3 Fermentation Defoamer Production Process
  • 13.4 Industry Value Chain Analysis

14 Shipments by Distribution Channel

  • 14.1 Sales Channel
    • 14.1.1 Direct to End-User
    • 14.1.2 Distributors
  • 14.2 Fermentation Defoamer Typical Distributors
  • 14.3 Fermentation Defoamer Typical Customers

15 Research Findings and Conclusion

    16 Appendix

    • 16.1 Methodology
    • 16.2 Research Process and Data Source

    According to our (Global Info Research) latest study, the global Fermentation Defoamer market size was valued at US$ 375 million in 2025 and is forecast to a readjusted size of US$ 428 million by 2032 with a CAGR of 2.0% during review period.
    A fermentation defoamer is a specialized chemical additive used in industrial fermentation (like making alcohol, enzymes, amino acids) to prevent, control, and eliminate excessive foam, which is caused by microbial activity, gas release, and agitation, thereby improving efficiency, preventing overflow, and ensuring consistent product quality. They work by destroying the foam's stable structure, reducing surface tension, and lowering gas solubility, allowing processes to run smoothly without losing valuable broth or risking contamination. In 2025, global Fermentation Defoamer production reached approximately 53 K MT.
    Fermentation defoamers are process additives used to control and suppress foam formation in aerobic and anaerobic fermentation systems. Foam arises from microbial metabolism, gas sparging, and the presence of proteins, polysaccharides, and surfactants in the broth, which can reduce oxygen transfer efficiency, contaminate exhaust filters, and cause product loss or process instability. Defoamers are formulated from silicone-based, oil-based, polyether-based, or bio-based components, and are designed to rapidly break surface foam while maintaining compatibility with microorganisms and downstream purification. They are widely used in the production of antibiotics, amino acids, enzymes, organic acids, vitamins, yeast, vaccines, and bio-based chemicals, where stable, high-density fermentation is essential for productivity.
    Key market drivers for fermentation defoamers stem from the expansion of the biotechnology, pharmaceutical, and industrial fermentation industries. Rising global demand for biologics, biosimilars, and microbial-derived ingredients is leading to higher fermentation volumes and more intensive operating conditions, which in turn increase foam control requirements. In industrial biotechnology, the growth of biofuels, bioplastics, and bio-based intermediates also supports demand for defoamers that can perform reliably in large-scale, continuous or fed-batch systems. Producers are under pressure to maximize yield, reduce batch failure risk, and improve oxygen transfer efficiency, making effective defoaming a critical process optimization tool rather than a simple auxiliary chemical.
    Market trends in fermentation defoamers increasingly emphasize process compatibility, regulatory compliance, and sustainability. Manufacturers are developing low-toxicity, low-residue, and food- or pharma-grade defoamers that minimize interference with cell growth and simplify downstream purification. There is also a growing shift toward silicone-free and bio-based defoamers, particularly in food fermentation and pharmaceutical applications where regulatory scrutiny is high. In parallel, smarter dosing strategies—such as automated foam sensing and controlled addition—are improving defoamer efficiency and reducing overall consumption. Overall, the market is evolving toward high-performance, application-specific defoaming solutions that support scalable, compliant, and cost-efficient fermentation processes.
    This report is a detailed and comprehensive analysis for global Fermentation Defoamer market. Both quantitative and qualitative analyses are presented by manufacturers, by region & country, by Type and by Application. As the market is constantly changing, this report explores the competition, supply and demand trends, as well as key factors that contribute to its changing demands across many markets. Company profiles and product examples of selected competitors, along with market share estimates of some of the selected leaders for the year 2025, are provided.
    Key Features:
    Global Fermentation Defoamer market size and forecasts, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (K MT), and average selling prices (USD/MT), 2021-2032
    Global Fermentation Defoamer market size and forecasts by region and country, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (K MT), and average selling prices (USD/MT), 2021-2032
    Global Fermentation Defoamer market size and forecasts, by Type and by Application, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (K MT), and average selling prices (USD/MT), 2021-2032
    Global Fermentation Defoamer market shares of main players, shipments in revenue ($ Million), sales quantity (K MT), and ASP (USD/MT), 2021-2026
    The Primary Objectives in This Report Are:
    To determine the size of the total market opportunity of global and key countries
    To assess the growth potential for Fermentation Defoamer
    To forecast future growth in each product and end-use market
    To assess competitive factors affecting the marketplace
    This report profiles key players in the global Fermentation Defoamer market based on the following parameters - company overview, sales quantity, revenue, price, gross margin, product portfolio, geographical presence, and key developments. Key companies covered as a part of this study include DuPont, Momentive, Wacker, Shin-Etsu, PennWhite, KCC Basildon Chemicals, Blackburn Chemicals, Accepta, ADDAPT Chemicals, Emerald Performance Materials, etc.
    This report also provides key insights about market drivers, restraints, opportunities, new product launches or approvals.
    Market Segmentation
    Fermentation Defoamer market is split by Type and by Application. For the period 2021-2032, the growth among segments provides accurate calculations and forecasts for consumption value by Type, and by Application in terms of volume and value. This analysis can help you expand your business by targeting qualified niche markets.
    Market segment by Type
    Silicone Defoamer
    Polyether Defoamer
    Polyether Modified Silicon Defoamer
    Other
    Market segment by Feature
    Anti-foaming Type
    Defoaming Type
    Dual-effect Anti-foaming Type
    Market segment by Channel
    Direct Selling
    Distribution
    Market segment by Application
    Food & Beverage
    Biofuel
    Pharmaceutical
    Feed
    Other
    Major players covered
    DuPont
    Momentive
    Wacker
    Shin-Etsu
    PennWhite
    KCC Basildon Chemicals
    Blackburn Chemicals
    Accepta
    ADDAPT Chemicals
    Emerald Performance Materials
    Hydrite Chemical (Organic Defoamer)
    Elkem Silicones
    SIXIN
    Yantai Thingking Finechem Technology
    Huajin Chemical
    Sanye Fine Chemical
    Defeng
    Market segment by region, regional analysis covers
    North America (United States, Canada, and Mexico)
    Europe (Germany, France, United Kingdom, Russia, Italy, and Rest of Europe)
    Asia-Pacific (China, Japan, Korea, India, Southeast Asia, and Australia)
    South America (Brazil, Argentina, Colombia, and Rest of South America)
    Middle East & Africa (Saudi Arabia, UAE, Egypt, South Africa, and Rest of Middle East & Africa)
    The content of the study subjects, includes a total of 15 chapters:
    Chapter 1, to describe Fermentation Defoamer product scope, market overview, market estimation caveats and base year.
    Chapter 2, to profile the top manufacturers of Fermentation Defoamer, with price, sales quantity, revenue, and global market share of Fermentation Defoamer from 2021 to 2026.
    Chapter 3, the Fermentation Defoamer competitive situation, sales quantity, revenue, and global market share of top manufacturers are analyzed emphatically by landscape contrast.
    Chapter 4, the Fermentation Defoamer breakdown data are shown at the regional level, to show the sales quantity, consumption value, and growth by regions, from 2021 to 2032.
    Chapter 5 and 6, to segment the sales by Type and by Application, with sales market share and growth rate by Type, by Application, from 2021 to 2032.
    Chapter 7, 8, 9, 10 and 11, to break the sales data at the country level, with sales quantity, consumption value, and market share for key countries in the world, from 2021 to 2026.and Fermentation Defoamer market forecast, by regions, by Type, and by Application, with sales and revenue, from 2027 to 2032.
    Chapter 12, market dynamics, drivers, restraints, trends, and Porters Five Forces analysis.
    Chapter 13, the key raw materials and key suppliers, and industry chain of Fermentation Defoamer.
    Chapter 14 and 15, to describe Fermentation Defoamer sales channel, distributors, customers, research findings and conclusion.

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