Pyrethroids are a special chemical class of active ingredients; these compounds are related to pyrethrins and resemble them in insecticidal properties. Pyrethroids are low in toxicity to mammals and birds, and require very low doses to kill insects.

Various secondary sources such as encyclopedias, directories, and databases have been used to identify and collect information useful for this extensive commercial study of the pyrethroids market. The primary sources such as experts from related industries and suppliers have been interviewed to obtain and verify critical information as well as to assess the future prospects of pyrethroids.

This report estimates the size of the global pyrethroids market in terms of value. The market has been segmented on the basis of the key active ingredient types, crop types, and regions. The active ingredient types segment is further classified in to bifenthrin, deltamethrin, permethrin, cypermethrin, cyfluthrin, lambda-cyhalothrin, and other pyrethroids. The global pyrethroids market was led by Asia-Pacific, where India, China, and Pakistan in 2013 were estimated to be the largest consumers. Europe was the second-largest region with regard to the consumption of pyrethroids in 2013. The crop type segment is further categorized in cereals & grains, oilseeds & pulses, fruits & vegetables, and other crops. The global pyrethroids market is primarily divided into regions and further segmented on the basis of the key countries in that region, in terms of value. Drivers, restraints, opportunities, and challenges of the market have also been discussed in detail in the report.

The report provides a complete analysis of the key global players in the pyrethroids industry, with a clear insight and commentary on the developments, trends, and their product portfolio. With a huge opportunity in the market, the existing companies are experiencing a significant shift in the industry. We have also profiled the leading players of this industry include FMC Corporation (U.S.), Bayer CropScience AG (Germany), United Phosphorus Limited (India), Sumitomo Chemical, Co., Ltd (Japan), and Syngenta AG (Switzerland), and Nufarm Ltd. (Australia) in the report.

Pyrethroid Market Size, by Region, 2013 vs. 2019 ($Million)

E � Estimated; P � Projected

Source: Expert Interviews, Government Authorities, Related Associations/Institutes, Related Research Publications, Government Publications, and MarketsandMarkets Analysis

Scope of the Report

This report focuses on the pyrethroids market. This research categorizes pyrethroids on the basis of the key active ingredient types, crop types, and regions.

On the basis of regions, the market has been segmented as follows:

North America

Europe

Asia-Pacific

Latin America

Rest of the World (RoW)

On the basis of the active ingredient type, the market has been segmented as follows:

Bifenthrin

Deltamethrin

Permethrin

Cypermethrin

Cyfluthrin

Lambda-cyhalothrin

Other types

On the basis of crop type, the market has been segmented as follows:

Cereals & grains

Oilseeds & Pulses

Fruits & vegetables

Other crop types

The market for pyrethroids has a significant impact on food and processed food markets. Pyrethroids are broadly categorized as bifenthrin, deltamethrin, permethrin, cypermethrin, cyfluthrin, lambda-cyhalothrin on the basis of active ingredients. Pyrethroids are gaining a more favorable response when compared to other insecticide classes. The global market is also segmented on the basis of its applications in different crop types such as cereals & grains, oilseeds & pulses, fruits & vegetables, and others that include turf, forage, and ornamental crops. The oilseeds & pulses were found to form the largest market for pyrethroids in 2013. These products were mostly used to control household pests and maintain turfs & ornamentals, but its usage has become essential for all key crops such as cereals grains, tubers, and vegetables.

The size of the overall market was derived using forecasting techniques based on insecticide production and trade trends in various regions. Asia-Pacific and Europe were estimated to be two of the largest consumers of pyrethroids in 2013. The demand for pyrethroids is increasing in developing countries such as China, Japan, India, and Brazil because of the rising demand. The demand for pyrethroids has been augmented by the intense cultivation of soybeans, corn, potatoes, sugar beets, sugarcane, and oilseeds in Latin America.

Pyrethroids Market Size, by Region, 2013 vs. 2019 ($Million)

E � Estimated; P � Projected

Source: Expert Interviews, Government Authorities, Related Associations/Institutes, Related Research Publications, Government Publications, and MarketsandMarkets Analysis

The market for pyrethroids is estimated to be valued at $2,559.62 million in 2014, and is projected to reach $3,233.24 million by 2019, at a CAGR of 4.8%. The pyrethroids market is projected to grow steadily due to the increasing importance regarding the health of crops in the agriculture industry. In 2013, Asia-Pacific was the largest market; this market is projected to grow to $1,216.79 million by 2019, at a CAGR of 5.2%, as studied from 2014. Europe is the second-largest market for pyrethroids after Asia-Pacific and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 4.6% for the period under review.

The key players in this market have developed a range of innovative products to target specific crops needs. Thus, the pyrethroids market is gaining more global presence and acceptance among customers. Key participants in the pyrethroids market include Bayer CropScience AG (Germany), Sumitomo Chemical Co., Ltd. (Japan), Syngenta AG (Switzerland), FMC Corporation (U.S.), and Nufarm Limited (Australia). These players are implementing different strategies to grow in the pyrethroids market. Expansions and acquisitions have been the key moves made by the market players for global expansion. In the next five years, research collaborations and distributional contracts will line up the agenda of the companies.