According to Fortune Business Insights, The global carbomer market was valued at USD 758.9 million in 2023 and is expected to expand from USD 805.5 million in 2024 to USD 1,281.6 million by 2032, reflecting a CAGR of 5.8% during the forecast period. Asia Pacific led the market in 2023 with a 40.28% share, owing to strong demand across end-use industries. In addition, the U.S. carbomer market is anticipated to reach USD 249.8 million by 2032, fueled by rising consumption in the personal care sector. The carbomer market is gaining significant momentum as demand for high-performance gelling agents and rheology modifiers continues to rise across personal care, pharmaceuticals, and hygiene products. Known for their ability to provide stability, clarity, and viscosity, carbomers are widely used in skincare formulations, hair care products, hand sanitizers, and topical medications.
Carbomers are essential in creating clear gels, serums, creams, and lotions. With increasing consumer demand for premium skincare, transparent gels, and lightweight textures, beauty brands are actively using carbomers in innovative product launches.
The COVID-19 pandemic boosted the global use of carbomers in alcohol-based hand sanitizers. Even as the pandemic eased, the habit of regular hand hygiene has created a sustained baseline demand, keeping carbomers in high use across hygiene products.