According to our (Global Info Research) latest study, the global p-Hydroxybenzoic Acid (PHBA) market size was valued at US$ 131 million in 2025 and is forecast to a readjusted size of US$ 166 million by 2032 with a CAGR of 3.5% during review period.
p-Hydroxybenzoic Acid (PHBA), also called 4-hydroxybenzoic acid, is white powdery crystal. It is widely used in the production of preservative for cosmetic and pharmaceuticals. Also, it is the raw materials of liquid crystal polymer.
The global PHBA market is experiencing steady growth, driven primarily by demand from Asia, especially China and India, due to their expanding chemical and pharmaceutical sectors. Major applications include:
Pharmaceuticals (as an intermediate for antibiotics and other drugs)
Cosmetics and personal care (as a raw material for preservatives)
Polymer industry (for producing high-performance materials like liquid crystal polyesters)
The market outlook for PHBA is promising, driven by:
Expansion in downstream applications, especially in high-performance polymers and bio-based materials.
Stricter environmental regulations leading to increasing demand for safer and natural preservatives.
Despite its potential, the PHBA industry faces several challenges:
Raw material price volatility, as it is still largely petrochemical-based.
Stricter environmental and emission regulations, leading to higher compliance costs.
Intensified market competition, especially in low- to mid-end product segments.
Concerns over paraben safety among consumers, particularly in Western cosmetics markets.
This report is a detailed and comprehensive analysis for global p-Hydroxybenzoic Acid (PHBA) 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 p-Hydroxybenzoic Acid (PHBA) market size and forecasts, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (Tons), and average selling prices (US$/Ton), 2021-2032
Global p-Hydroxybenzoic Acid (PHBA) market size and forecasts by region and country, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (Tons), and average selling prices (US$/Ton), 2021-2032
Global p-Hydroxybenzoic Acid (PHBA) market size and forecasts, by Type and by Application, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (Tons), and average selling prices (US$/Ton), 2021-2032
Global p-Hydroxybenzoic Acid (PHBA) market shares of main players, shipments in revenue ($ Million), sales quantity (Tons), and ASP (US$/Ton), 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 p-Hydroxybenzoic Acid (PHBA)
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 p-Hydroxybenzoic Acid (PHBA) 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 Zhejiang Shengxiao, Jiangsu Bvco, Ueno Fine Chemicals, San Fu Chemical, LCP Leuna Carboxylation Plant, 3E NEW MATERIAL, Alta Laboratories, etc.
This report also provides key insights about market drivers, restraints, opportunities, new product launches or approvals.
Market Segmentation
p-Hydroxybenzoic Acid (PHBA) 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
Industrial Grade PHBA
Polymer Grade PHBA
Market segment by Application
Cosmetics
Pharmaceutical
Liquid Crystal Polymer
Others
Major players covered
Zhejiang Shengxiao
Jiangsu Bvco
Ueno Fine Chemicals
San Fu Chemical
LCP Leuna Carboxylation Plant
3E NEW MATERIAL
Alta Laboratories
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 p-Hydroxybenzoic Acid (PHBA) product scope, market overview, market estimation caveats and base year.
Chapter 2, to profile the top manufacturers of p-Hydroxybenzoic Acid (PHBA), with price, sales quantity, revenue, and global market share of p-Hydroxybenzoic Acid (PHBA) from 2021 to 2026.
Chapter 3, the p-Hydroxybenzoic Acid (PHBA) competitive situation, sales quantity, revenue, and global market share of top manufacturers are analyzed emphatically by landscape contrast.
Chapter 4, the p-Hydroxybenzoic Acid (PHBA) 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 p-Hydroxybenzoic Acid (PHBA) 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 p-Hydroxybenzoic Acid (PHBA).
Chapter 14 and 15, to describe p-Hydroxybenzoic Acid (PHBA) sales channel, distributors, customers, research findings and conclusion.
Summary:
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