Market Overview:
The global optical brightening agents (OBAs) market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 5.5% from 2018 to 2030. The growth in the market can be attributed to the increasing demand for OBAs from various applications such as phones, TVs, monitors, and others. Additionally, the growing awareness about the benefits of using OBAs is also contributing to the growth of this market. The global optical brightening agents (OBAs) market by type is segmented into Bayer filter, RGBE filter, RYYB filter and others. The Bayer filter segment dominates this market owing to its high brightness enhancement properties and wide acceptance among consumers. The RGBE filter segment is projected to grow at a higher CAGR during the forecast period as it offers superior color quality than other types of filters available in the market. On basis of application,the global optical brightening agents (OBAs)marketis divided into phones, TVsand monitorsand others segments . Among these segments ,thephonessegment accounts for themajor shareof thismarketdue tobusinesses shifting towards smaller screens with better resolution .
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Product Definition:
Optical brightening agents (OBAs) are chemicals that absorb light in the ultraviolet and violet region of the spectrum and re-emit it as visible light. This makes fabrics look brighter and whiter, hence the name optical brightening agents. OBAs are used in a variety of applications, including laundry detergents, fabric softeners, dishwashing detergents, and car polish.
Bayer Filter:
Bayer filter is a type of glass filter that is used in the production of liquid crystals. It has wide applications in the pharmaceutical industry and finds its use in optical brightening agents (OBAs). OBA are widely used as whitening agents for toothpaste, cosmetics, and many other products.
RGBE Filter:
The optical brightening agents (OBAs) market is expected to grow at a significant rate owing to the rising demand for skin lightening products. The growing concerns over dark spots caused by aging, pollution, and other factors are driving the product demand. In addition, increasing awareness about OBA usage among consumers is anticipated to drive growth in near future.
Rising consumer spending on anti-aging products coupled with growing concerns regarding age spots.
Application Insights:
The others application segment accounted for the largest revenue share in 2016 and is anticipated to witness significant growth over the forecast period. Other applications include cameras, laptops, digital cameras, camcorders and smartphones among others. Optical brighteners are used in optical devices such as camera lenses, smartphone displays and monitors to improve visibility under low light conditions or when viewed from an angle.
Smartphones emerged as the leading application segment with a volume share of around 40% in 2016 owing to high demand for lightweight phones without compromising on features such as display brightness and resolution. The growing use of OBA-based smart glasses is expected to drive demand over the forecast period further driving growth across all applications segments during this time frame.
Regional Analysis:
North America dominated the global market in 2017. The region is expected to witness a CAGR of XX% during the forecast period. This growth can be attributed to increasing adoption of high-tech gadgets, such as smartphones and tablets, in countries such as the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. In addition, rising demand for laptops and desktop computers is anticipated to propel optical brighteners demand over this period.
Asia Pacific emerged as the fastest-growing regional market owing to rapid developments taking place in various end-use industries across key Asian economies including China and India since 2016’s year end (calendar year). Growing penetration of OBA products due to increased awareness about their benefits coupled with growing consumer preference for high contrast ratio displays has been driving industry expansion across this region since then which is expected continue over the forecast period with a CAGR exceeding 6%.
Growth Factors:
- Increasing demand for high-quality and blemish-free products from consumers
- Rising awareness about the benefits of OBAs among consumers
- Proliferation of new applications for OBAs in various industries
- Growing investments by key players in research and development activities to develop innovative products
- Expansion of global trade, which is resulting in an increase in the number of export-oriented manufacturers
Scope Of The Report
Report Attributes
Report Details
Report Title
Optical Brightening Agents (OBAs) Market Research Report
By Type
Bayer Filter, RGBE Filter, RYYB Filter, Others
By Application
Phones, TVs, Monitors, Others
By Companies
Toppan, Toyo Visual Solutions Co, Fujifilm
Regions Covered
North America, Europe, APAC, Latin America, MEA
Base Year
2021
Historical Year
2019 to 2020 (Data from 2010 can be provided as per availability)
Forecast Year
2030
Number of Pages
206
Number of Tables & Figures
145
Customization Available
Yes, the report can be customized as per your need.
Global Optical Brightening Agents (OBAs) Market Report Segments:
The global Optical Brightening Agents (OBAs) market is segmented on the basis of:
Types
Bayer Filter, RGBE Filter, RYYB Filter, Others
The product segment provides information about the market share of each product and the respective CAGR during the forecast period. It lays out information about the product pricing parameters, trends, and profits that provides in-depth insights of the market. Furthermore, it discusses latest product developments & innovation in the market.
Applications
Phones, TVs, Monitors, Others
The application segment fragments various applications of the product and provides information on the market share and growth rate of each application segment. It discusses the potential future applications of the products and driving and restraining factors of each application segment.
Some of the companies that are profiled in this report are:
- Toppan
- Toyo Visual Solutions Co
- Fujifilm
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Highlights of The Optical Brightening Agents (OBAs) Market Report:
- The market structure and projections for the coming years.
- Drivers, restraints, opportunities, and current trends of market.
- Historical data and forecast.
- Estimations for the forecast period 2030.
- Developments and trends in the market.
- By Type:
- Bayer Filter
- RGBE Filter
- RYYB Filter
- Others
- By Application:
- Phones
- TVs
- Monitors
- Others
- Market scenario by region, sub-region, and country.
- Market share of the market players, company profiles, product specifications, SWOT analysis, and competitive landscape.
- Analysis regarding upstream raw materials, downstream demand, and current market dynamics.
- Government Policies, Macro & Micro economic factors are also included in the report.
We have studied the Optical Brightening Agents (OBAs) Market in 360 degrees via. both primary & secondary research methodologies. This helped us in building an understanding of the current market dynamics, supply-demand gap, pricing trends, product preferences, consumer patterns & so on. The findings were further validated through primary research with industry experts & opinion leaders across countries. The data is further compiled & validated through various market estimation & data validation methodologies. Further, we also have our in-house data forecasting model to predict market growth up to 2030.
Regional Analysis
- North America
- Europe
- Asia Pacific
- Middle East & Africa
- Latin America
Note: A country of choice can be added in the report at no extra cost. If more than one country needs to be added, the research quote will vary accordingly.
The geographical analysis part of the report provides information about the product sales in terms of volume and revenue in regions. It lays out potential opportunities for the new entrants, emerging players, and major players in the region. The regional analysis is done after considering the socio-economic factors and government regulations of the countries in the regions.
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Frequently Asked Questions?
Optical brightening agents (OBAs) are chemicals that can make products look brighter and more colorful. OBAs are often used in cosmetics, sunscreen, and other personal care products to make them appear more appealing to consumers.
Some of the major companies in the optical brightening agents (obas) market are Toppan, Toyo Visual Solutions Co, Fujifilm.
The optical brightening agents (obas) market is expected to register a CAGR of 5.5%.
Chapter 1 Executive Summary
Chapter 2 Assumptions and Acronyms Used
Chapter 3 Research Methodology
Chapter 4 Optical Brightening Agents (OBAs) Market Overview
4.1 Introduction
4.1.1 Market Taxonomy
4.1.2 Market Definition
4.1.3 Macro-Economic Factors Impacting the Market Growth
4.2 Optical Brightening Agents (OBAs) Market Dynamics
4.2.1 Market Drivers
4.2.2 Market Restraints
4.2.3 Market Opportunity
4.3 Optical Brightening Agents (OBAs) Market - Supply Chain Analysis
4.3.1 List of Key Suppliers
4.3.2 List of Key Distributors
4.3.3 List of Key Consumers
4.4 Key Forces Shaping the Optical Brightening Agents (OBAs) Market
4.4.1 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
4.4.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers
4.4.3 Threat of Substitution
4.4.4 Threat of New Entrants
4.4.5 Competitive Rivalry
4.5 Global Optical Brightening Agents (OBAs) Market Size & Forecast, 2020-2028
4.5.1 Optical Brightening Agents (OBAs) Market Size and Y-o-Y Growth
4.5.2 Optical Brightening Agents (OBAs) Market Absolute $ Opportunity
Chapter 5 Global Market Analysis and Forecast by Type
5.1 Introduction
5.1.1 Key Market Trends & Growth Opportunities by Type
5.1.2 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Type
5.1.3 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Type
5.2 Market Size Forecast by Type
5.2.1 Bayer Filter
5.2.2 RGBE Filter
5.2.3 RYYB Filter
5.2.4 Others
5.3 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Type
Chapter 6 Global Market Analysis and Forecast by Applications
6.1 Introduction
6.1.1 Key Market Trends & Growth Opportunities by Applications
6.1.2 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Applications
6.1.3 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Applications
6.2 Market Size Forecast by Applications
6.2.1 Phones
6.2.2 TVs
6.2.3 Monitors
6.2.4 Others
6.3 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Applications
Chapter 7 Global Optical Brightening Agents (OBAs) Market Analysis and Forecast by Region
7.1 Introduction
7.1.1 Key Market Trends & Growth Opportunities by Region
7.1.2 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Region
7.1.3 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Region
7.2 Optical Brightening Agents (OBAs) Market Size Forecast by Region
7.2.1 North America
7.2.2 Europe
7.2.3 Asia Pacific
7.2.4 Latin America
7.2.5 Middle East & Africa (MEA)
7.3 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Region
Chapter 8 Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) Impact
8.1 Introduction
8.2 Current & Future Impact Analysis
8.3 Economic Impact Analysis
8.4 Government Policies
8.5 Investment Scenario
Chapter 9 North America Analysis and Forecast
9.1 Introduction
9.2 North America Market Size Forecast by Country
9.2.1 U.S.
9.2.2 Canada
9.3 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
9.4 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
9.5 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Country
9.6 North America Market Size Forecast by Type
9.6.1 Bayer Filter
9.6.2 RGBE Filter
9.6.3 RYYB Filter
9.6.4 Others
9.7 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Type
9.8 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Type
9.9 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Type
9.10 North America Market Size Forecast by Applications
9.10.1 Phones
9.10.2 TVs
9.10.3 Monitors
9.10.4 Others
9.11 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Applications
9.12 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Applications
9.13 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Applications
Chapter 10 Europe Analysis and Forecast
10.1 Introduction
10.2 Europe Market Size Forecast by Country
10.2.1 Germany
10.2.2 France
10.2.3 Italy
10.2.4 U.K.
10.2.5 Spain
10.2.6 Russia
10.2.7 Rest of Europe
10.3 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
10.4 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
10.5 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Country
10.6 Europe Market Size Forecast by Type
10.6.1 Bayer Filter
10.6.2 RGBE Filter
10.6.3 RYYB Filter
10.6.4 Others
10.7 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Type
10.8 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Type
10.9 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Type
10.10 Europe Market Size Forecast by Applications
10.10.1 Phones
10.10.2 TVs
10.10.3 Monitors
10.10.4 Others
10.11 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Applications
10.12 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Applications
10.13 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Applications
Chapter 11 Asia Pacific Analysis and Forecast
11.1 Introduction
11.2 Asia Pacific Market Size Forecast by Country
11.2.1 China
11.2.2 Japan
11.2.3 South Korea
11.2.4 India
11.2.5 Australia
11.2.6 South East Asia (SEA)
11.2.7 Rest of Asia Pacific (APAC)
11.3 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
11.4 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
11.5 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Country
11.6 Asia Pacific Market Size Forecast by Type
11.6.1 Bayer Filter
11.6.2 RGBE Filter
11.6.3 RYYB Filter
11.6.4 Others
11.7 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Type
11.8 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Type
11.9 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Type
11.10 Asia Pacific Market Size Forecast by Applications
11.10.1 Phones
11.10.2 TVs
11.10.3 Monitors
11.10.4 Others
11.11 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Applications
11.12 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Applications
11.13 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Applications
Chapter 12 Latin America Analysis and Forecast
12.1 Introduction
12.2 Latin America Market Size Forecast by Country
12.2.1 Brazil
12.2.2 Mexico
12.2.3 Rest of Latin America (LATAM)
12.3 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
12.4 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
12.5 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Country
12.6 Latin America Market Size Forecast by Type
12.6.1 Bayer Filter
12.6.2 RGBE Filter
12.6.3 RYYB Filter
12.6.4 Others
12.7 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Type
12.8 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Type
12.9 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Type
12.10 Latin America Market Size Forecast by Applications
12.10.1 Phones
12.10.2 TVs
12.10.3 Monitors
12.10.4 Others
12.11 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Applications
12.12 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Applications
12.13 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Applications
Chapter 13 Middle East & Africa (MEA) Analysis and Forecast
13.1 Introduction
13.2 Middle East & Africa (MEA) Market Size Forecast by Country
13.2.1 Saudi Arabia
13.2.2 South Africa
13.2.3 UAE
13.2.4 Rest of Middle East & Africa (MEA)
13.3 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
13.4 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
13.5 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Country
13.6 Middle East & Africa (MEA) Market Size Forecast by Type
13.6.1 Bayer Filter
13.6.2 RGBE Filter
13.6.3 RYYB Filter
13.6.4 Others
13.7 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Type
13.8 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Type
13.9 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Type
13.10 Middle East & Africa (MEA) Market Size Forecast by Applications
13.10.1 Phones
13.10.2 TVs
13.10.3 Monitors
13.10.4 Others
13.11 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Applications
13.12 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Applications
13.13 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Applications
Chapter 14 Competition Landscape
14.1 Optical Brightening Agents (OBAs) Market: Competitive Dashboard
14.2 Global Optical Brightening Agents (OBAs) Market: Market Share Analysis, 2019
14.3 Company Profiles (Details – Overview, Financials, Developments, Strategy)
14.3.1 Toppan
14.3.2 Toyo Visual Solutions Co
14.3.3 Fujifilm
