Allantoin Market Size - By Type, By Source, By Grade, By Application, Industry Analysis, Share, Growth Forecast 2026 - 2035

Allantoin Market Size

The global allantoin market was estimated at USD 461.7 million in 2025. The market is expected to grow from USD 488.9 million in 2026 to USD 805.6 million in 2035, at a CAGR of 5.7% according to latest report published by Global Market Insights Inc.

• The peak in 2022 was the consequence of the inflationary price increases attributed to the global supply chain disruptions, the energy shortage crisis, and the scarcity of raw materials. As supply chain conditions returned to normal by the year 2023-2024, companies lowered prices while volume recovered (-15-20%) and increasing volumes were recovered.
   
• As a cosmetic component and an active ingredient for use as a topical therapeutic in treating skin damage, irritation, and dryness, allantoin is a plant-derived product and/or synthetic product produced by combining urea and glyoxylic acid. As a result of its keratolytic, moisturizing, and cellular proliferation properties, it is an important active ingredient in cosmetics and personal care products in the marketplace.
   
• The FDA has designated allantoin as a Category I GRASE for over-the-counter topical protectants when used at concentrations of 0.5%-2%, confirming its safety and thus, contributing to its popularity among manufacturers.
   
• The market is currently experiencing growth, attributed to several synergistic trends, such as the increasing demand for clean (plant-based) beauty products, as well as the growing trend towards cleaner products in general and new technologies enabling the development of new plant-based ingredients.
   
• In addition to flourishing demand for botanical-sourced/allantoin products, there have been several significant regulatory developments targeting PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) in the cosmetic industry. States like California, Colorado, Maryland, and Washington, as well as countries like France, have enacted strict regulations prohibiting PFAS in cosmetics. Consequently, companies are reformulating widely across the board.
   

Allantoin Market Trends

• Rapid increase in the use of natural and botanical ingredients: The natural ingredients in the cosmetics, and the over-the-counter (OTC) products in the skincare sector, are now being used in record numbers. Surveys reveal that 75% of consumers are looking for natural or plant-derived ingredients when shopping for personal care products; a further 40% of respondents report looking for clean beauty products.
   
• Manufacturers of cosmetics are now reformulating their products to include plant-based allantoin derived from comfrey using green chemistry methods, rather than using synthetic sources. While the natural allantoin segment currently makes up about 10% of the global market, this segment will grow significantly at a CAGR of over 7% per annum through 2035, as manufacturers adapt to changing consumer preference and government incentives for using bio-based ingredients.
   
• Rising government support and policy integration: Regulatory agencies worldwide are moving towards developing widespread product removal from Cosmetics which means that companies must quickly reformulate products. The Modernization of Cosmetics Regulation Act of the USA, 2022 (MoCRA), mandates the US Food & Drug Administration (FDA) to release its first complete Assessment on the use of PFAS in cosmetics by December 29, 2025.
   
• In addition to this law, the state of California (AB 2771), the states of Colorado, Maryland and Washington including with this law allows cosmetics that contain the intentionally added PFAS to be manufactured, sold or distributed starting January 1st, 2025. The ECHA in the European Union is continuing to move ahead with their proposed Universal PFAS Restriction, which was submitted in January 2023, with a mandatory final decision due by 2025-2026. This development in regulatory will position allantoin as a preferred source to replace fluorinated compounds that were previously used for texturizing, stable formulated texturing, or water-resistant formulations.
   
• There are many major cosmetic companies taking advantage of this growing allantoin market segment on the Replacement of PFAS in a product formulation, and Industry experts believe that PFAS driven product changes will create an additional $75-$90 million of incremental cosmetic market demand from 2025-2030.
   
• Emerging economies with rapid demand growth: emerging economies like India, Indonesia, Brazil and southeast Asian countries have very rapid growth in their consumption of personal care products related to skin care benefits because of their growing disposable income levels, rapid urbanization and increased awareness about the benefits of using skincare products (Korean beauty).
   
• The allantoin market in India alone is expected to grow at a CAGR of 7.4% from 2018 to 2035 supported by India developing its own manufacturing capability in pharmaceutical ingredients as well increasing middle-class population's ability to afford personal care products. K-beauty leader south Korea is currently experiencing an allantoin adoption rate of 7.2% per year as k-beauty manufacturers create more sophisticated advanced dermatological personal care products that target people with sensitive and aging skin. Globally, China has the largest share of the market, being responsible for 20% to 25%, while at the same time having a strong domestic demand growth rate of 7.0% with the growth of China’s cosmetic industry and development of more sophisticated consumers. Collectively these three newer markets will account for an estimated 35% of new, added, global demand by 2035.
   

Allantoin Market Analysis

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Based on type, the market is segmented into pure allantoin, ALCLOXA (Allantoin + Aluminum Chlorohydroxide), ALDIOXA (Allantoin + Aluminum Dihydroxyallantoinate), ALPANTHA (Allantoin + D-Panthenol), and other derivatives. Pure allantoin dominated the market with an approximate market share of 89.8% in 2025 and is expected to grow with a CAGR of 5.6% by 2035.
 

• For skin care manufacturers, OTC formulations utilize Pure Allantoin as a "Clinical" ingredient because it performs consistently and reproducibly and is stable in formulations. Because pure allantoin has a superior ability to provide moisturization, comfort, and accelerated skin repair, it is a trusted ingredient in dermatological products to treat skin conditions such as acne, diaper rash, and irritated skin. It is also an extremely compatible ingredient for cosmetic formulations and does not present a toxic shock risk, therefore, clean label brands are increasing their use of pure allantoin.
   
• Additionally, the price of pure allantoin is supported by the availability of bulk synthetic material derived from uric acid through the production of synthetic product from a prescription (pharmaceutical grade) with little or no difference in quality or purity to pure allantoin's standard, making it a favorable option for mass market/higher-end brands alike.
   
• Technological innovations have reinforced pure allantoin's dominance, as microencapsulation technology and water-soluble delivery systems have allowed for improved absorption and stability to meet the changing needs of product development, especially sensitive skin products.
   

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Based on application, the allantoin market is segmented into cosmetics/personal care, pharmaceutical, oral hygiene, agricultural, and others. cosmetics/personal care held the largest market share of 59.5% in 2025 and is expected to grow at a CAGR of 5.4% during 2026-2035.
 

• The cosmetics and personal care application segment is responsible for the majority of the global allantoin market, given that allantoin is used primarily in skin care, hair care and grooming products. The broad use of allantoin within these categories results from allantoin's established efficacy as a multi-functional active ingredient with moisturizing, keratolytic, and anti-irritant properties.
   
• Furthermore, allantoin has non-irritating and hypoallergenic characteristics that make it well suited for use on sensitive skin applications, which is a rapidly emerging concern among consumers. Allantoin is widely used as an active ingredient in facial cream, body lotion, anti-aging serum, sunscreen, and shaving product formulations. it meets the therapeutic and cosmetic requirements for allantoin in many global skin types and markets.
   

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The North America allantoin industry is growing rapidly on the global level with a market share of 32% in 2025.
 

• North America has a well-developed pharmaceutical infrastructure and U.S. or Canadian-supported industrial research centers to ensure efficacious beauty products for consumers.
   

U.S. dominates the North America allantoin market, showcasing strong growth potential.
 

• U.S. leads the way in the development of regulation regarding the elimination of (PFAS) perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), setting an example that will increase the demand for beauty products containing allantoin in re-formulated products.
   

Europe allantoin market leads the industry with revenue of USD 155.1 Million in 2025 and is anticipated to show lucrative growth over the forecast period.
 

• The growth of the beauty market in Europe will be limited to a compounded annual growth rate of 5% because of the mature cosmetic market in Western Europe, and the slower economic recovery of Europe relative to that of Asia Pacific. Approximately 70% of the demand for European beauty products will be supplied by consumers in Germany, France, Italy, and the United Kingdom. Europe is strong in premium cosmetics manufacturing, has stringent quality standards, and has well-established Pharmaceutical infrastructures.
   

The Asia Pacific allantoin market is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of 6.2% during the analysis timeframe.
 

• The rapid growth of the cosmetics market in countries including China, India, South Korea and Southeast Asia is creating global growth opportunities in the Asia Pacific area. Growth will be driven by demand for new products and services from an expanding middle-class population, urbanization, and increased awareness about skin care.
   
• In addition, the pharmaceutical ingredient manufacturing industry in India is attracting foreign investment by multinational companies leaving China to establish additional capacity to produce allantoin for domestic use and export.
   

Latin America allantoin accounted for 6.1% market share in 2025 and is anticipated to show highest growth over the forecast period.
 

• Brazil is a dominant player in Latin America with around 60% of all Latin American demand for cosmetics originating from Brazil; furthermore, Brazil has a higher percentage of oral care products (toothpastes, mouthwashes, etc.) occupied 15% of the total Brazilian market in comparison to other countries. 
   

Middle East & Africa allantoin accounted for 2% market share in 2025 and is anticipated to show lucrative growth over the forecast period.
 

• The Middle Eastern & African (MEA) region's composite annual growth rate of 6.5% reflects a significant increase in revenue due to increasing disposable income levels for many GCC distributor countries and the growing Western footprint/brand penetration across the region. Still, the sector faces obstacles due to lower per capita spending on cosmetics and a lack of manufacturing capacity and infrastructure.
   

Allantoin Market Share

In 2025, the largest five companies operating in the world (BASF SE, Clariant AG, DSM-Firmenich, Ashland and Merck KGaA) hold an aggregate 30% total global market share for allantoin products. This moderate concentration of major manufacturers is a result of market entry barriers (from regulations and other compliance requirements) which constrain the ability of new entrants to disrupt existing market participants by virtue of competition based on quality, service and innovation rather than simply by price.
 

Companies based in China account for an estimated 20-25% (collectively) of the world-wide market for allantoin, benefitting from the advantages of low-cost labour within the Chinese manufacturing industry, having access to vertically-integrated sources of supply (urea produced from China's domestic fertilizer industry, glyoxylic acid produced by companies within China) and taking advantage of the efficiencies of large-volume production of the products.
 

The leading suppliers in China (Huanghua Suntime Chemical Industry Co., Ltd., Luotian Guanghui Chemical Co., Ltd. and Lubon Industry Co.) supply a variety of cost-sensitive markets such as cosmetics and pharmaceuticals (generic) as well as agricultural products where lower prices take precedence over product quality, brand identity or technical support.
 

• BASF SE: The company is the leading player in the Bio-based allantoin market and owns a market share that is around 12%. BASF recently announced a major strategy change as they plan on using fermentation processes to create Allantoin. They will be selling their Fermentation-Produced Allantoin to companies that are looking to reduce their Carbon Footprint drastically. BASF is using their D'lite digital service platform to allow their Clients to evaluate the sustainability of all their ingredients - thanks to Product Carbon Footprint (PCF) data that is included and utilized within the platform.
   
• Clariant AG: The company has increased its market share through several strategic mergers and acquisitions (M&A) as well as through Brand Consolidation. Clariant has built a significant position in this Space with the purchase of Lucas Meyer Cosmetics in April 2024 for USD 810 million. Clariant is in the process of launching “Clariant Beauty”, A Large, Unified Position for Both Clariant and Lucas Meyer Cosmetics that incorporates the vast expertise of both companies as well as producing Innovative Products Like Glowcylon (the first Cosmetic Ingredient to Activate Oxytocin Receptors) and Melica (a Repair Product Made from Australian Jelly Bush Honey).
   
• DSM-Firmenich: The company sees itself as the leader in research and innovation around sustainable production. In 2024, DSM-Firmenich plans to commence a pilot project to introduce bio-based allantoin into the marketplace using yeast fermentation technology. Using yeast to produce allantoin could enable companies to lower their production costs and minimize their environmental impact when compared to traditional chemical methodologies.
   
• Ashland: The company specializes in the pharmaceutical and oral care segments of the industry. The company's Allantoin USP product adheres to the current US Pharmacopeia (USP) and European Pharmacopeia (EP) monographs and is primarily marketed as a protectant for skin and oral mucosa for use in toothpaste and mouthwash formulations. In 2023, Ashland doubled its synthetic allantoin manufacturing capacity at its Nanjing, China facility to support its expansion into high-growth regional markets across Asia.
   
• Akema S.r.l.: Akema S.r.l., is a major producer of raw materials supplying finished formulators of allantoin. Akema’s integrated capabilities, which go from sourcing raw materials to supplying complete ingredients, enable Akema to achieve the most cost-efficient and stringent quality control throughout the complete supply chain.
   

Allantoin Market Companies

Major players operating in the allantoin industry include:

• BASF SE
• Akema S.r.l.
• Alfa Aesar
• Allan Chemical Corporation
• Ashland Inc.
• Clariant AG
• DSM-Firmenich
• Hubei Guangao Biological Technology Co., Ltd.
• Innospec Inc.
• Jeen International Corporation
• Luotian Guanghui Chemical Co., Ltd.
• Luvena S.A.
• Merck KGaA
• Rita Corporation
• Shandong Xinhua Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
• SinoLion Chemical Co., Ltd.
• Suzhou-Chem Inc.
• Yongan Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
• Zhanjiang Dongjian Chemicals Co., Ltd.
• Zhejiang NHU Co., Ltd.

Allantoin Industry News

• In October 2025, BASF began offering a sustainable grade of allantoin made using eco-friendly methods for formulation into sensitive skin products as part of their Care Creations line of products.
   
• In August 2025, Ashland released a new and improved combination of biofunctional allantoin to create scalp products designed to address issues associated with dryness and inflammation associated with hair care formulations.
   
• In June 2025, Clariant introduced a brand-new line of allantoin based emulsifiers designed specifically for use in multifunctional cream formulations.
   
• In April 2025, Evonik announced plans to increase their allantoin production capabilities in Asia to support the growing demand for allantoin based products within Asia's K-beauty and natural skincare segments.
   
• In April 2024, Clariant AG completed the purchase of Canadian ingredients manufacturer Lucas Meyer Cosmetics for USD 810 Million.
   
• In April 2024, dsm-firmenich announced several new beauty care innovations, including ETERWELL - The winning product in the 'Best Active Ingredient' category at in-cosmetics Global 2024 - and the creation of ExoLab Italia, which aims to develop plant-based exosome technology.
   

This allantoin market research report includes in-depth coverage of the industry, with estimates & forecasts in terms of revenue (USD Million) and volume (Kilo Tons) from 2026 to 2035, for the following segments:

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Market, By Type

• Pure Allantoin
• ALCLOXA (Allantoin + Aluminum Chlorohydroxide)
• ALDIOXA (Allantoin + Aluminum Dihydroxyallantoinate)
• ALPANTHA (Allantoin + D-Panthenol)
• Other Derivatives

Market, By Source

• Synthetic
• Natural/Botanical

Market, By Grade

• USP/EP (Pharmaceutical)
• CTFA (Cosmetic Grade)
• Technical Grade

Market, By Application

• Cosmetics/Personal Care
  • Skin Care Creams & Lotions
  • Anti-aging Products
  • Acne Treatments
  • Sunscreens
  • Shaving Products
  • Hair Care Products
  • Lip Care & Balms
  • Baby Care Products
• Pharmaceutical
  • Wound Healing Ointments
  • Burn Treatment Products
  • Hemorrhoid Creams
  • Topical Anti-inflammatory Gels
  • Prescription Dermatology Products
  • Scar Recovery Products
• Oral Hygiene
  • Toothpastes
  • Mouthwashes
  • Gum Healing Products
  • Sensitive Teeth Formulations
• Agricultural
  • Plant Growth Promoters
  • Soil Conditioners
  • Crop Protection Sprays
  • Bio-Stimulants
• Others
  • Pet Care Products
  • Industrial Skin Protection Creams
  • Toiletries & Hygiene Wipes
  • Sanitizing Creams

The above information is provided for the following regions and countries:

• North America  
  • U.S.
  • Canada
• Europe  
  • Germany
  • UK
  • France
  • Spain
  • Italy
  • Rest of Europe
• Asia Pacific  
  • China
  • India
  • Japan
  • Australia
  • South Korea
  • Rest of Asia Pacific
• Latin America  
  • Brazil
  • Mexico
  • Argentina
  • Rest of Latin America
• Middle East and Africa  
  • Saudi Arabia
  • South Africa
  • UAE
  • Rest of Middle East and Africa