The organic surfactants market in Belgium, excluding soap, anionic, cationic, and non-ionic types, measured 20.426 million kilograms in 2023. The market experienced a declining trend from 2013, starting at 27.775 million kilograms, to its current size. The recent two-year period saw a modest decline with an average annual reduction of 2.57%. Over the past five years, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) was -3.59%, indicating ongoing market shrinkage.

Future trends to watch include:

Increasing demand for biodegradable surfactants due to environmental regulations.
Innovation in sustainable production methods to enhance market attractiveness.
Potential growth opportunities from emerging sectors like personal care and industrial cleaning.