Non-ionic surfactants market in Denmark

Earlier Report Observations

From 2018 to 2020, the market volume for non-ionic surfactants in Denmark in physical terms grew from 18 672 t to 20 031 t, while in value terms it increased from USD 44.0 million to USD 45.5 million. This growth coincided with a significant 17% rise in European non-ionic surfactant production in 2020, which bolstered supply in the Danish market. Simultaneously, an increased emphasis on sustainability and environmentally friendly alternatives stimulated demand for compliant products.

The period 2021-2023 saw notable volatility. The market value fell to USD 33.9 million in 2021, then recovered to USD 47.4 million in 2022, before dropping to USD 29.7 million in 2023. These swings occurred against a backdrop of tightening EU regulation. In August and November 2022, amendments to the EU cosmetics regulation took effect, restricting certain substances in cosmetic products, which directly impacted non-ionic surfactants. Furthermore, in 2023 the Danish government adopted an ambitious chemicals strategy for 2022-2025, strengthening control over chemical substances including surfactants. The Environmental Protection Agency also conducted an assessment of detergents for outdoor use containing surfactants with biocidal status, affecting market approvals.

In 2024, the market value rose to USD 36.1 million, reflecting the industry's adaptation to new regulatory requirements. The continued focus on sustainability and compliance with EU rules on biodegradability and labeling sustained demand for suitable products. For 2025, import and export values stood at USD 57.3 million and USD 57.8 million respectively.

Production non-ionic surfactants in Denmark

In value, 2018-2021, K $ US

Denmark's production of non-ionic surfactants increased for the second consecutive year. In 2021, output was valued at 47 775 K $ US, marking a significant 32.5% rise compared to 2020. Over the period from 2018 to 2021, production grew by 36.2%, with a compound annual growth rate of 10.9%. The lowest value was recorded in 2019 at 34 387 K $ US, which represented a decline of 1.9%.

Annual dynamics of production in Denmark in value, 2018-2021, K $ US

In kind, 2018-2021, t

Denmark's production of non-ionic surfactants increased for the second consecutive year. In 2021, 14 479 tonnes were produced, showing a measured year-over-year improvement of 3.4%. Between 2018 and 2021, production rose by 8.4%, equating to an annualized growth rate of 2.7%.

Annual dynamics of production in Denmark in kind, 2018-2021, t

Exports non-ionic surfactants from Denmark

Exports in kind, t

Denmark's exports of non-ionic surfactants increased for the third consecutive year. In 2021, exports amounted to 18 257 tonnes, corresponding to a 19.2% year-over-year improvement. Over the period from 2018 to 2021, exports grew by 27.3%, with a compound annual growth rate of 8.4%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Denmark in kind, 2018-2021, t

The market base for exports in kind from 2018 to 2021 was broad. Germany accounted for 10.7% of exports in kind, France for 9.5%, and Russia for 7.8%, together making up just 28.1% of total flows. The remaining 71.9% was distributed among numerous other countries.

Structure of product's exports in kind by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's exports from Denmark in kind, 2018-2021

Exports in value, K $ US

Denmark's exports of non-ionic surfactants increased for the third consecutive year. In 2021, exports reached 59 381 K $ US, up by 47.4% year-over-year. Between 2018 and 2021, exports grew by 54.2%, equating to an annualized rate of 15.5%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Denmark in value, 2018-2021, K $ US

From 2018 to 2021, exports in value terms of non-ionic surfactants from Denmark were not concentrated on a few key markets. Germany accounted for 11.0% of exports in value terms, France for 7.6%, and Mexico for 7.3%, together representing only 26.0% of total flows.

Structure of product's exports in value by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's exports from Denmark in value, 2018-2021

Imports non-ionic surfactants to Denmark

Imports in kind, t

After a two-year increase, Denmark's imports of non-ionic surfactants declined. In 2021, 16 089 tonnes were imported, down by 22.9% from the previous year. Between 2018 and 2021, imports decreased by 18.2%, equating to an annualized decline of 6.5%. The highest volume was recorded in 2020 at 20 864 tonnes, which saw an increase of 5.6%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Denmark in kind, 2018-2021, t

From 2018 to 2021, Sweden, Germany, and the Netherlands were the key partners for imports in kind. Sweden accounted for 35.6% of imports in kind, Germany for 34.9%, and the Netherlands for 9.8%, together representing 80.3% of total flows.

Structure of product's imports in kind by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's imports to Denmark in kind, 2018-2021

Imports in value, K $ US

In 2021, Denmark imported a total of value_last_year K $ US of non-ionic surfactants, down by 8.5% compared to the previous year. Over the period from 2018 to 2021, imports decreased by 4%, with a compound annual growth rate of 1.4%. The highest value was recorded in 2020 at 49 769 K $ US, which saw an increase of 7.3%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Denmark in value, 2018-2021, K $ US

From 2018 to 2021, Germany, Sweden, and the Netherlands stood out as the main markets for imports in value terms. Germany accounted for 43.7% of imports in value terms, Sweden for 26.4%, and the Netherlands for 7.5%, together representing 77.5% of total flows.

Structure of product's imports in value by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's imports to Denmark in value, 2018-2021