Paper Surface Sizing Agents Research:CAGR of 5.1% during the forecast period

QY Research Inc. (Global Market Report Research Publisher) announces the release of 2025 latest report “Paper Surface Sizing Agents- Global Market Share and Ranking, Overall Sales and Demand Forecast 2025-2031”. Based on current situation and impact historical analysis (2020-2024) and forecast calculations (2025-2031), this report provides a comprehensive analysis of the global Wire Drawing Dies market, including market size, share, demand, industry development status, and forecasts for the next few years.

The global market for Paper Surface Sizing Agents was estimated to be worth US$ 625 million in 2024 and is forecast to a readjusted size of US$ 889 million by 2031 with a CAGR of 5.1% during the forecast period 2025-2031.

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Paper Surface Sizing Agents Market Summary

According to the new market research report “Global Paper Surface Sizing Agents Market Report 2024-2030”, published by QYResearch, the global Paper Surface Sizing Agents market size is projected to reach USD 1.51 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 5.1% during the forecast period.

Figure00001. Global Paper Surface Sizing Agents Market Size (US$ Million), 2019-2030

Above data is based on report from QYResearch: Global Paper Surface Sizing Agents Market Report 2024-2030 (published in 2024). If you need the latest data, plaese contact QYResearch.

Figure00002. Global Paper Surface Sizing Agents Top 21 Players Ranking and Market Share (Ranking is based on the revenue of 2023, continually updated)

Above data is based on report from QYResearch: Global Paper Surface Sizing Agents Market Report 2024-2030 (published in 2024). If you need the latest data, plaese contact QYResearch.

According to QYResearch Top Players Research Center, the global key manufacturers of Paper Surface Sizing Agents include Cargill, Kemira, Solenis, Primient, Chengming Chemical, Kurita, Ingredion, Arakawa Chemical, CHEMIPAZ, Harima Chemicals, etc. In 2023, the global top 10 players had a share approximately 70.0% in terms of revenue.

Figure00003. Paper Surface Sizing Agents, Global Market Size, Split by Product Segment

Based on or includes research from QYResearch: Global Paper Surface Sizing Agents Market Report 2024-2030.

In terms of product type, currently Starch-Based Sizing Agents is the largest segment, hold a share of 61.8%.

In terms of product application, currently Packaging Paper is the largest segment, hold a share of 63.9%.

Market Drivers:

Shift Toward Eco-Friendly and Bio-Based Formulations

Environmental regulations and corporate sustainability goals are pushing the industry away from petroleum-based agents.

There is growing interest in renewable sizing agents derived from starch, lignin, and rosin, or hybrid blends that reduce synthetic polymer usage.

Increased Use of Recycled Fibers

Recycled paper tends to have poorer surface quality and reduced sizing response.

Advanced surface sizing systems (e.g., cationic polymers, modified AKD) are essential for restoring surface strength and printability in recycled fiber-based papers.

Demand for Improved Printability and Surface Strength

Inkjet and high-speed digital printing require papers with excellent ink holdout, reduced feathering, and sharp image reproduction.

Surface sizing agents (especially styrene–acrylate and PVA) help optimize ink–paper interactions, improving print quality on both coated and uncoated grades.

Growth in Packaging and Functional Paper Grades

The rise of e-commerce, food packaging, and barrier papers requires surface sizing that improves water resistance, stiffness, and glueability.

Modified AKD, PVA, and polyurethane dispersions are used for surface treatments in kraft, linerboard, and folding carton applications.

Challenge:

Performance vs. Cost Trade-offs

Starch-based sizing remains dominant due to low cost, but lacks water resistance and print performance unless combined with expensive synthetic agents.

High-performance polymers (e.g., styrene-acrylics, PVA) significantly raise costs, creating pressure to balance quality with affordability.

Sustainability and Regulatory Pressures

There is rising demand for biodegradable and non-toxic agents, especially in food-grade and medical papers.

Regulations (e.g., REACH in EU) limit use of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and petroleum-based additives, challenging traditional synthetic sizing systems.

Emulsion Stability and Shelf Life

AKD and synthetic emulsions are prone to hydrolysis and phase separation, especially in humid or warm storage conditions.

Maintaining product stability without adding preservatives or synthetic surfactants remains a technical hurdle.

The report provides a detailed analysis of the market size, growth potential, and key trends for each segment. Through detailed analysis, industry players can identify profit opportunities, develop strategies for specific customer segments, and allocate resources effectively.

The Paper Surface Sizing Agents market is segmented as below:
By Company
Kemira
Solenis
Buckman
CHEMIPAZ
Harima Chemicals
Archroma
Ashland
Aries Chemical
Cargill
Ingredion
Mare
Arakawa Chem
Zhejiang Xinan Chemical Indusyrial
Great Chinasoft Technology
Hebei Shenmao New Materials Technology
Henan Jingxin Fabri


Segment by Type
Starch-Based Sizing Agents
Alkyl Ketene Dimer (AKD)
Alkenyl Succinic Anhydride (ASA)
Styrene-Acrylic (SA) Copolymers
Others


Segment by Application
Packaging
Printing
Medical
Food
Others


Each chapter of the report provides detailed information for readers to further understand the Paper Surface Sizing Agents market:

Chapter 1: Introduces the report scope of the Paper Surface Sizing Agents report, global total market size (valve, volume and price). This chapter also provides the market dynamics, latest developments of the market, the driving factors and restrictive factors of the market, the challenges and risks faced by manufacturers in the industry, and the analysis of relevant policies in the industry. (2020-2031)
Chapter 2: Detailed analysis of Paper Surface Sizing Agents manufacturers competitive landscape, price, sales and revenue market share, latest development plan, merger, and acquisition information, etc. (2020-2025)
Chapter 3: Provides the analysis of various Paper Surface Sizing Agents market segments by Type, covering the market size and development potential of each market segment, to help readers find the blue ocean market in different market segments. (2020-2031)
Chapter 4: Provides the analysis of various market segments by Application, covering the market size and development potential of each market segment, to help readers find the blue ocean market in different downstream markets.(2020-2031)
Chapter 5: Sales, revenue of Paper Surface Sizing Agents in regional level. It provides a quantitative analysis of the market size and development potential of each region and introduces the market development, future development prospects, market space, and market size of each country in the world..(2020-2031)
Chapter 6: Sales, revenue of Paper Surface Sizing Agents in country level. It provides sigmate data by Type, and by Application for each country/region.(2020-2031)
Chapter 7: Provides profiles of key players, introducing the basic situation of the main companies in the market in detail, including product sales, revenue, price, gross margin, product introduction, recent development, etc. (2020-2025)
Chapter 8: Analysis of industrial chain, including the upstream and downstream of the industry.
Chapter 9: Conclusion.


Benefits of purchasing QYResearch report:

Competitive Analysis: QYResearch provides in-depth Paper Surface Sizing Agents competitive analysis, including information on key company profiles, new entrants, acquisitions, mergers, large market shear, opportunities, and challenges. These analyses provide clients with a comprehensive understanding of market conditions and competitive dynamics, enabling them to develop effective market strategies and maintain their competitive edge.

Industry Analysis: QYResearch provides Paper Surface Sizing Agents comprehensive industry data and trend analysis, including raw material analysis, market application analysis, product type analysis, market demand analysis, market supply analysis, downstream market analysis, and supply chain analysis.

and trend analysis. These analyses help clients understand the direction of industry development and make informed business decisions.

Market Size: QYResearch provides Paper Surface Sizing Agents market size analysis, including capacity, production, sales, production value, price, cost, and profit analysis. This data helps clients understand market size and development potential, and is an important reference for business development.


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