Oxygen scavengers, also known as oxygen absorbers, are substances used to remove or reduce oxygen levels in sealed environments, primarily to enhance product shelf life and prevent spoilage or corrosion. Commonly used in food packaging, pharmaceuticals, and boiler systems, these scavengers come in various forms—from sachets containing iron powder to oxygen-absorbing polymers. The global demand for oxygen scavengers is driven by increasing needs for food preservation, industrial corrosion control, and advanced packaging solutions. The research report includes reliable forecasts for important aspects such as oxygen scavnger market size, production, revenue, consumption, CAGR, pricing, and profit margins. The oxygen scavnger market size is projected to grow from USD 3.03 billion in 2024 to USD 4.32 billion by 2029, registering a CAGR of 7.3% during the forecast period. The market for oxygen scavenger is rising globally due to its usage in end-use industries like food & beverage, pharmaceutical and oil & gas especially in emerging economies.
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The oxygen scavenger market is experiencing significant growth due to increasing demand from various major economies for different end use industries such as food & beverage, pharmaceutical, power, oil & gas, chemical, paper & pulp and and other end use industries as well. Oxygen scavengers reduce the content of dissolvable oxygen in any packaged unit. These chemicals are also used in water treatment applications to remove oxygen from water used for heating, cooling, drilling, and other processes. It is necessary to remove dissolved oxygen to protect the equipment such as vessels, surface supply lines, and others from corrosion. In packaging applications, oxygen scavengers are used to extend the shelf life and maintain the integrity and safety of the packaged material.
Global Oxygen Scavenger Market Dynamics
Driver: Rising Demand for Fresh and Quality Packaged Foods
Oxygen scavengers are used in sealed packaging to absorb oxygen, preserving food quality by preventing spoilage, mold, rancidity, nutrient loss, and oxidation. They help extend shelf life and reduce food waste—vital given that over 30% of global food is wasted annually. With growing demand for sustainable packaging, oxygen scavengers are now integrated into various formats like sachets and films, offering both protection and convenience.
Restraint: Non-Volatile Nature of Oxygen Scavengers
While effective in preventing corrosion, especially in boilers, common scavengers like sulfites are non-volatile and don’t exit with steam. This leads to dissolved solids buildup, affecting water conductivity and requiring frequent blowdowns. These operational constraints, along with the need for close monitoring, limit their adoption despite their corrosion control benefits.
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Opportunity: Packaged Food Demand & Rising Incomes in Emerging Markets
Urbanization, busy lifestyles, and dual-income households are fueling packaged food demand—especially in regions like Asia-Pacific. Oxygen scavengers help retain freshness, flavor, and nutritional value, aligning with the shift toward sustainable and longer-lasting packaging. As disposable incomes rise, so does the preference for high-quality packaged food, driving the market further.
Challenge: Need for Technical Expertise & Safety Concerns
Handling certain oxygen scavengers like hydrazine and iron oxides requires technical expertise due to associated health risks, including toxicity and respiratory issues. Strict safety protocols and regulatory compliance add complexity, necessitating trained personnel and adherence to local and global safety standards.
Organic oxygen scavenger, is expected to be second largest segment by type during the forecast period
Organic oxygen scavengers is further segmented into carbohydrazide and diethylhydroxylamine (DEHA). Organic oxygen scavengers are chemicals generally comprising non-metallic elements. These scavengers are used primarily when the product has to be shipped internationally, and detection of metal-based scavengers can pose problems for the particular product. These products are also used when contact between the iron-based chemicals and the product must be avoided, for example, dietary supplements or products. Organic oxygen scavengers are widely used in food preservation and pharmaceutical applications because they have natural origins and lower toxicity compared to some inorganic alternatives.
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Sachets, is expected to be second largest segment by form during the forecast period.
Oxygen scavenger sachets are specialized packaging solutions meant to absorb and eliminate oxygen from sealed environments, protecting the products from oxidation and spoilage. Usually, the sachets contain reactive materials such as iron powder that chemically bind with the oxygen molecules. With a low oxygen level inside the packaging, oxygen scavengers enable the extension of shelf life for food, pharmaceuticals, and other sensitive products. Oxygen scavenger sachets can be added to any type of packaging format like bags, boxes, and containers. They are most appropriately used in active packaging systems wherein the oxygen level needs to be kept as low as possible to protect product integrity. Its usage leads to added safety of the final products as well as minimization of food waste, in a general sense contributing to broader sustainability in packaging.
Pharmaceutical, is expected to be second largest segment by end-use industry during the forecast period.
Oxygen scavengers are used in the pharmaceutical industry to protect the product from moisture, mold, oxygen, loss of quality, and color change. The need for increased shelf life between drug manufacturing and distribution, enabling cost optimization, newer class-based drug formulations, preservation of drug effectiveness, reduced time-to-market, and higher levels of stability are some of the benefits of oxygen scavengers in this industry. Oxygen scavengers maintain low oxygen levels and absorb moisture from the packaging, thus maintaining drug stability and extending their shelf life and quality. These oxygen scavengers are designed to be easily inserted into bottles, cans, and airtight containers. Extremely low oxygen levels are achievable within 24 hours of packaging, even with high permeability packaging commonly used in the pharmaceutical industry.
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North America is expected to be the second largest region in the global oxygen scavenger market in terms of value during the forecast period.
Countries considered in the North America region are US, Canada and Mexico. Oxygen scavengers are witnessing increasing demand in the region due to the improving standards of living and rising concerns over minimizing food wastage. The economic development and growth in various countries in this region lead to an expansion in the North American oxygen scavenger market. The increase in industrial activities has helped drive the market for oxygen scavengers. The US is the largest market for oxygen scavengers in North America owing to the large population and shift in demographics such as changing lifestyles, growing demand for convenient foods, and recovering industrial activities.
To enable an in-depth understanding of the competitive landscape, the report includes the profiles of some of the top players in the oxygen scavenger market. These Mitsubishi Gas Chemical Company, Inc. (Japan), Clariant (Switzerland), Ecolab (US), BASF (Germany), Avient Corporation (US), Veolia (France), Indoram Ventures Public Limited (Thailand), The Sherwin-Williams Company (US), ProFusion Industries (US), Ring Container Technologies (US), and Eastman Chemical Company (US), Multisorb (US), Arkema (France).
Top Trending Key Players of Oxygen Scavenger Market
☑️ Mitsubishi Gas Chemical Company, Inc. is a global leader in oxygen scavengers, offered under its specialty chemicals segment. Operating through its green energy & chemicals and specialty chemicals divisions, the company serves industries such as automotive, electronics, pharmaceuticals, and environment. With production facilities in Japan, the US, Singapore, Thailand, and Europe, and three R&D centers in Japan, the company is committed to sustainable innovation under the mission "Creating value to share with society."
☑️ Clariant is a top specialty chemicals company providing sustainable solutions across care chemicals, catalysts, and adsorbents & additives segments. Oxygen scavengers are offered under the adsorbents & additives division, which focuses on circularity and lowering CO₂ emissions. With 68 production sites and 10 R&D centers worldwide, Clariant supports global trends like renewable energy, emission-free mobility, and resource conservation.
☑️ Ecolab delivers water, hygiene, and infection prevention solutions in 170+ countries. Oxygen scavengers are part of its global industrial segment, under the water subcategory, mainly through its Nalco subsidiary. Ecolab serves industries such as F&B, healthcare, pulp & paper, and chemicals, operating 32 manufacturing sites in 14 US states and 68 facilities in 38 countries.
☑️ BASF SE, a global chemical giant, offers oxygen scavengers via its catalyst division in the surface technologies segment. Its solutions support hydrogenation, oxidation, refining, and emissions control. The division’s adsorbents portfolio includes alumina, silica, and bentonite-based materials. BASF operates 239 facilities across 91 countries, serving refining, petrochemical, and chemical industries worldwide.
☑️ Avient Corporation (formerly PolyOne) provides oxygen scavengers through its specialty engineered materials division. Known for sustainable high-performance polymer solutions, Avient serves multiple sectors with advanced thermoplastics, composites, and elastomers. The company has a strong manufacturing footprint across North America, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.
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Recent Developments of Oxygen Scavenger Market
- In November 2023, Nalco Water, an Ecolab company acquired Flottec, LLC, a US based provider of flotation products and services for the mineral processing industry. This acquisition enhances Nalco Water’s flotation offerings and expands its capabilities in serving the industry from mine to metal. The acquisition is now part of the Global Industrial reporting segment.
Key Questions Addressed by the Report
❓Which are the major companies in the oxygen scavenger market? What are their major strategies to strengthen their market presence?
❓ What are the drivers and opportunities for the oxygen scavenger market?
❓ Which region is expected to hold the highest market share?
❓ What is the total CAGR expected to be recorded for the oxygen scavenger market during 2024–2029?
❓ How is the oxygen scavenger market aligned?
