India Carboxymethyl Cellulose Market Driven by Growing Demand

India’s Carboxymethyl Cellulose (CMC) is a water-soluble cellulose derivative widely used as a thickener, stabilizer, binder and film-former across diverse sectors. In the food and beverage industry, CMC enhances texture, viscosity and shelf stability in sauces, bakery products and dairy alternatives, driving market growth. Pharmaceutical applications leverage CMC’s non-reactive, biocompatible properties as a tablet binder and controlled-release agent, meeting stringent quality and drug-delivery requirements.

India Carboxymethyl Cellulose Market  personal care and cosmetics, CMC serves as a rheology modifier in lotions, creams and hair-care formulations, contributing to improved sensory attributes and product performance. The paper, textile and detergent industries benefit from CMC’s excellent water retention, surface activity and emulsification capabilities, while the oil and gas sector exploits its viscosity-modifying behavior in drilling fluids, enhancing operational efficiency. Demand for eco-friendly, biodegradable additives and increasing industrial automation have spurred ongoing market research and market analysis, identifying new application opportunities. With rising awareness of clean-label ingredients and stringent environmental regulations, manufacturers are investing in R&D to optimize CMC purity, particle size and functionality.

The India Carboxymethyl Cellulose Market is estimated to be valued at USD 24.7 Mn in 2025 and is expected to reach USD 39.4  Mn by 2032, growing at a CAGR of 6.9% from 2025 to 2032.

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