France Hydrogen Peroxide Market Size, Share, and COVID-19 Impact Analysis, By Grade (<30%, 30%-50%, 50%-80%, >80%, and Others), By Function (Disinfectant, Bleaching, Oxidant, and Others), Application (Pulp & Paper, Chemical Synthesis, Wastewater Treatment, Mining, Personal Care, Healthcare, and Others), and France Hydrogen Peroxide Market Size Insights, Industry Trend, Forecasts to 2035

France Hydrogen Peroxide Market Size Insights Forecasts to 2035

• The France Hydrogen Peroxide Market size was estimated at USD 32.6 million in 2024.
• The France Hydrogen Peroxide Market is expected to grow at a CAGR of around 6.67% from 2025 to 2035.
• The France Hydrogen Peroxide Market size is projected to reach USD 66.3 million by 2035.

According to a research report published by Spherical Insights & Consulting, the France Hydrogen Peroxide Market is anticipated to reach USD 66.3 million by 2035, growing at a CAGR of 6.67% from 2025 to 2035. Market growth is driven by increasing demand from wastewater treatment, pulp and paper, and textile industries for environmentally friendly bleaching and disinfecting solutions. Additionally, expansion in healthcare, food processing, and industrial cleaning applications, along with strict environmental regulations favoring eco-friendly oxidizing agents, further supports market growth.

Market Overview

The France Hydrogen Peroxide Market Size refers to the production, distribution, and consumption of hydrogen peroxide, a versatile chemical used as an oxidizing agent, disinfectant, and bleaching agent. In France, hydrogen peroxide finds widespread applications in pulp & paper bleaching, wastewater treatment, textile processing, food & beverage sanitation, and healthcare. The market encompasses various grades, including technical, food-grade, and high-purity H2O2, distributed through industrial, commercial, and institutional channels, supporting both domestic consumption and export-driven chemical industries.

France’s adoption of the hydrogen peroxide market is driven by increasing industrial and environmental demands. Rising urbanization, industrialization, and public health concerns create significant demand for H2O2 in wastewater treatment, pulp & paper bleaching, textile processing, and sanitation applications. For instance, France produces over 3 million tons of paper annually and manages billions of liters of municipal and industrial wastewater, demonstrating the critical role of hydrogen peroxide as a clean and efficient oxidizing agent to support both industrial processes and public health. Its use in food processing, healthcare, and cosmetics also reflects growing consumer-driven demand for safe and hygienic products.

The French government actively supports the market through research, innovation, and sustainability programs, such as initiatives under France 2030, which allocate hundreds of millions of euros toward green chemistry, industrial decarbonization, and water treatment technologies. Funding incentives, tax credits, and public-private partnerships encourage chemical manufacturers to adopt eco-friendly, low-emission hydrogen peroxide production methods, while regulatory frameworks ensure safety and environmental compliance. Combined with France’s strong industrial infrastructure and export-oriented chemical sector, these factors position hydrogen peroxide as a strategically important chemical for economic growth, environmental sustainability, and public health.

Report Coverage

This research report categorizes the market for the France Hydrogen Peroxide Market Size based on various segments and regions, and forecasts revenue growth and analyses trends in each submarket. The report analyses the key growth drivers, opportunities, and challenges influencing the France Hydrogen Peroxide Market Size. Recent market developments and competitive strategies, such as expansion, product launch, development, partnership, merger, and acquisition have been included to draw the competitive landscape in the market. The report strategically identifies and profiles the key market players and analyses their core competencies in each sub-segment of the France Hydrogen Peroxide Market Size.

Driving Factors

The France Hydrogen Peroxide Market Size is driven by growing demand from wastewater treatment, pulp & paper, textiles, food processing, and healthcare sectors, supported by its eco-friendly properties, regulatory emphasis on sustainability, and advances in high-purity and stabilized formulations.

Restraining Factors

The France Hydrogen Peroxide Market Size is restrained by high production and storage costs, as H2O2 requires specialized handling due to its reactive and oxidizing nature. Additionally, strict safety regulations, transportation risks, and competition from alternative bleaching and disinfecting agents can limit market growth.

Market Segmentation

The France Hydrogen Peroxide Market Size share is classified into grade, function, and application.

• The <30% segment accounted for the largest revenue market share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. 

The France Hydrogen Peroxide Market Size is segmented by grade into <30%, 30%-50%, 50%-80%, >80%, and others. Among these, the <30% segment accounted for the largest revenue market share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. The <30% segment is growing because it is safer, easier to handle, and cost-effective for a wide range of applications, including wastewater treatment, pulp & paper bleaching, textiles, and food & beverage sanitation. Its lower concentration reduces handling risks while meeting regulatory and industrial requirements, making it the preferred choice for large-scale and commercial applications in France.

• The bleaching segment dominated the market in 2024 and is anticipated to grow at a substantial CAGR during the forecast period.

The France Hydrogen Peroxide Market Size is segmented by function into disinfectant, bleaching, oxidant, and others. Among these, the bleaching segment dominated the market in 2024 and is anticipated to grow at a substantial CAGR during the forecast period. The bleaching segment is growing because hydrogen peroxide is a highly effective, eco-friendly bleaching agent widely used in the pulp & paper, textile, and detergent industries. Rising demand for sustainably processed paper, fabrics, and cleaning products in France drives increased adoption of H2O2 for bleaching applications.

• The pulp & paper segment accounted for the largest revenue market share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. 

The France Hydrogen Peroxide Market Size is segmented by application into pulp & paper, chemical synthesis, wastewater treatment, mining, personal care, healthcare, and others. Among these, the pulp & paper segment accounted for the largest revenue market share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. The pulp & paper segment is growing because hydrogen peroxide is a key eco-friendly bleaching agent that allows for high-quality, chlorine-free paper production. Increasing demand for sustainable paper products, coupled with France’s strong paper manufacturing industry and stricter environmental regulations, drives the widespread adoption of H2O2 in this sector.

Competitive Analysis:

The report offers the appropriate analysis of the key organizations/companies involved within the France Hydrogen Peroxide Market Size, along with a comparative evaluation primarily based on their product offering, business overviews, geographic presence, enterprise strategies, segment market share, and SWOT analysis. The report also provides an elaborate analysis focusing on the current news and developments of the companies, which includes product development, innovations, joint ventures, partnerships, mergers & acquisitions, strategic alliances, and others. This allows for the evaluation of the overall competition within the market.

List of Key Companies

• Arkema S.A.
• Solvay S.A.
• Evonik Industries AG
• BASF SE
• Nouryon
• Akzo Nobel N.V.
• Mitsubishi Gas Chemical Company, Inc.
• Kemira Oyj
• OCI Chemical Co., Ltd.
• National Peroxide Limited
• PeroxyChem
• Taekwang Industrial Co., Ltd.
• Others

Key Target Audience

• Market Players
• Investors
• End-users
• Government Authorities 
• Consulting and Research Firm
• Venture capitalists
• Value-Added Resellers (VARs)

Recent Developments:

• In January 2025, Arkema France announced a capacity expansion of its hydrogen peroxide production at the Jarrie site in Isère, France, increasing output to better meet growing demand from pulp & paper, wastewater treatment, and industrial sectors.

Market Segment

This study forecasts revenue at the France, regional, and country levels from 2020 to 2035. Spherical Insights has segmented the France Hydrogen Peroxide Market Size based on the below-mentioned segments:

France Hydrogen Peroxide Market Size, By Grade

• <30%
• 30%-50%
• 50%-80%
• >80%
• Others

France Hydrogen Peroxide Market Size, By Function

• Disinfectant
• Bleaching
• Oxidant
• Others

France Hydrogen Peroxide Market Size, By Application

• Pulp & Paper
• Chemical Synthesis
• Wastewater Treatment
• Mining, Personal Care
• Healthcare
• Others