Market overview
The global odor scavenger packaging additives market is worth USD 96 mn in 2026 and is forecast to reach USD 189 mn by 2036, growing at a 7.0% CAGR. China is the largest country market and Zeolite and mineral is the largest by chemistry segment.
| Scope | Polymer additives and masterbatches that absorb or neutralise odours in plastic and paper packaging, including zeolites, activated carbon and chemical scavengers. |
|---|---|
| Industry | Packaging |
| Value 2025 | USD 90 mn |
| Value 2026 | USD 96 mn |
| Value 2036 | USD 189 mn |
| CAGR 2026-2036 | 7.0% |
| Volume 2026 | 17,374 tonnes |
| Volume 2036 | 30,941 tonnes |
| Average price 2026 | USD 5,543 per tonne |
| Report price | Starts from USD 1,999 |
| Published | November 2026 |
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Odor Scavenger Packaging Additives market size and forecast, 2026-2036
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| Year | Market value |
|---|---|
| 2026 | USD 96 mn |
| 2027 | USD 103 mn |
| 2028 | USD 110 mn |
| 2029 | USD 118 mn |
| 2030 | USD 126 mn |
| 2031 | USD 135 mn |
| 2032 | USD 145 mn |
| 2033 | USD 155 mn |
| 2034 | USD 165 mn |
| 2035 | USD 177 mn |
| 2036 | USD 189 mn |
Odor Scavenger Packaging Additives market segmentation
By chemistry
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| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zeolite and mineral | 34.0% | 33.2% | USD 33 mn | 6.8% |
| Activated carbon | 24.0% | 24.6% | USD 23 mn | 7.3% |
| Chemical scavengers | 24.0% | 24.6% | USD 23 mn | 7.3% |
| Other | 18.0% | 17.6% | USD 17 mn | 6.8% |
By end use
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| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food packaging | 30.0% | 27.5% | USD 29 mn | 6.1% |
| Recycled plastics | 28.0% | 33.9% | USD 27 mn | 9.1% |
| Pet care and hygiene | 24.0% | 22.0% | USD 23 mn | 6.1% |
| Others | 18.0% | 16.5% | USD 17 mn | 6.1% |
By additive form
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Masterbatch | 58.0% | 57.4% | USD 56 mn | 6.9% |
| Powder and granules | 26.0% | 25.7% | USD 25 mn | 6.9% |
| Liquid | 16.0% | 16.9% | USD 15 mn | 7.6% |
By host material
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Polyethylene | 46.0% | 42.9% | USD 44 mn | 6.3% |
| Polypropylene | 28.0% | 28.2% | USD 27 mn | 7.1% |
| PET and polyamide | 14.0% | 15.1% | USD 13 mn | 7.8% |
| Paper and coatings | 12.0% | 13.8% | USD 12 mn | 8.5% |
By target odour
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sulphur compounds | 32.0% | 30.7% | USD 31 mn | 6.6% |
| Amines and ammonia | 26.0% | 25.0% | USD 25 mn | 6.6% |
| Aldehydes and ketones | 24.0% | 24.6% | USD 23 mn | 7.3% |
| Mixed recycled odour | 18.0% | 19.7% | USD 17 mn | 8.0% |
Top 25 countries for odor scavenger packaging additives by revenue
Countries are ranked by revenue earned from sales in the country, not by where the product is made. The ten largest hold 77.0% of 2026 revenue and the 25 countries below together hold 92.7%.
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| # | Country | Value 2026 | Share 2026 | Value 2036 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | China | USD 27 mn | 28.0% | USD 58 mn | 8.0% |
| 2 | United States | USD 13 mn | 14.0% | USD 22 mn | 5.0% |
| 3 | India | USD 8.7 mn | 9.0% | USD 21 mn | 9.5% |
| 4 | Japan | USD 5.8 mn | 6.0% | USD 8.5 mn | 4.0% |
| 5 | Indonesia | USD 3.9 mn | 4.0% | USD 8.7 mn | 8.5% |
| 6 | Germany | USD 3.9 mn | 4.0% | USD 6.1 mn | 4.6% |
| 7 | Brazil | USD 3.4 mn | 3.5% | USD 6.6 mn | 7.0% |
| 8 | South Korea | USD 2.9 mn | 3.0% | USD 5.1 mn | 5.9% |
| 9 | Thailand | USD 2.9 mn | 3.0% | USD 5.9 mn | 7.3% |
| 10 | Vietnam | USD 2.4 mn | 2.5% | USD 5.7 mn | 9.0% |
| 11 | Turkey | USD 2.4 mn | 2.5% | USD 4.9 mn | 7.3% |
| 12 | Malaysia | USD 1.8 mn | 1.8% | USD 3.6 mn | 7.3% |
| 13 | Taiwan | USD 1.4 mn | 1.5% | USD 2.6 mn | 6.2% |
| 14 | Philippines | USD 1.2 mn | 1.2% | USD 2.4 mn | 7.3% |
| 15 | United Kingdom | USD 1.1 mn | 1.1% | USD 1.8 mn | 5.4% |
| 16 | France | USD 0.95 mn | 1.0% | USD 1.6 mn | 5.4% |
| 17 | Italy | USD 0.88 mn | 0.9% | USD 1.5 mn | 5.4% |
| 18 | Mexico | USD 0.82 mn | 0.8% | USD 1.5 mn | 6.2% |
| 19 | Spain | USD 0.77 mn | 0.8% | USD 1.4 mn | 6.3% |
| 20 | Russia | USD 0.72 mn | 0.8% | USD 1.2 mn | 5.5% |
| 21 | Canada | USD 0.68 mn | 0.7% | USD 1.2 mn | 6.2% |
| 22 | Poland | USD 0.65 mn | 0.7% | USD 1.2 mn | 6.2% |
| 23 | Bangladesh | USD 0.63 mn | 0.7% | USD 1.3 mn | 7.3% |
| 24 | Australia | USD 0.60 mn | 0.6% | USD 1.1 mn | 6.3% |
| 25 | Netherlands | USD 0.58 mn | 0.6% | USD 0.99 mn | 5.5% |
| Rest of world | USD 7.0 mn | 7.3% | USD 13 mn | 6.5% |
Source: Compare Market Research analysis.
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Competitive landscape
Group 1: Global leaders
- Clariant
- Ampacet
- BASF
- Sukano
- Avient
- Milliken
Group 2: Regional and specialist players
- Techmer PM
- Constab Polymer
- Cabot
- Tosaf
- Kafrit Group
- Gabriel-Chemie
Group 3: Emerging and niche players
- Polyvel
- Multisorb Technologies
Research methodology
Every figure on this page comes from the research framework that we apply to all of the markets we cover. The 2025 base for the odor scavenger packaging additives market is built from the volume sold and the price that buyers pay, and is cross-checked against the size of the wider industry the market belongs to. Where a market can be sized in more than one way, the routes are compared before a figure is set.
The forecast runs year by year from the 2025 base to 2036. Growth in each year reflects demand from the industries that buy the product, adoption of new technology, pricing, regulation and replacement cycles. Volume and price are modelled together, so revenue in each year equals volume multiplied by average price. The 2026 to 2036 compound annual growth rate of 7.0% is calculated from the resulting values.
The market is divided by chemistry, by end use, by additive form, by host material, by target odour. The 25 largest countries are ranked by revenue earned from sales to buyers in each country, not by where the product is made. Segment values and country values add up to the market total in every year, and every report is checked for consistency before it is published.
Companies are placed in three groups: global leaders, regional and specialist players, and emerging and niche players. The groups describe how companies compete in the market. They are not a ranking and they are not market shares.
Our analysts also carry out primary research. Customized reports add interviews with key opinion leaders, such as senior executives, technical specialists and buyers, to test the assumptions behind the numbers for the question being asked.
Frequently asked questions
How big is the odor scavenger packaging additives market?
The global odor scavenger packaging additives market is estimated at USD 90 mn in 2025 and USD 96 mn in 2026.
How fast will the odor scavenger packaging additives market grow?
It is forecast to reach USD 189 mn by 2036, a compound annual growth rate of 7.0% from 2026, an increase of USD 93 mn.
Which country is the largest market for odor scavenger packaging additives?
China is the largest market by revenue at USD 27 mn in 2026, 28.0% of the global total. The three largest countries together hold 51.0%.
Which country is growing fastest?
Among the ten largest markets, India is growing fastest at 9.5% a year from 2026 to 2036.
Which odor scavenger packaging additives segment is largest?
In the by chemistry split, Zeolite and mineral is the largest segment with 34.0% of 2026 revenue.
Who are the leading odor scavenger packaging additives companies?
Global leaders include Clariant, Ampacet, BASF, Sukano.
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