Allantoin, also called 5-ureidohydantoin or glyoxyldiureide, is a diureide of glyoxylic acid with the chemical formula C4H6N4O3. Allantoin has been widely used for decades in cosmetic and OTC topical formulations because it is so effective at only 0.5%, making it an economical anti-inflammatory additive. The most popular applications are in the prevention and treatment of dry and chapped skin and lips. Allantoin is also used in the topical pharmaceutical market in psoriasis medications and analgesic gels. Allantoin has been used in various dental preparations such as toothpastes and oral rinses. The analysts forecast the global allantoin market to exhibit a CAGR of 6.1% during the period 2019-2024. The report covers the present scenario and the growth prospects of the global allantoin for 2019-2024. To calculate the market size, the report considers the allantoin sales volume and revenue.

The projections featured in the report have been derived using proven research methodologies and assumptions. By doing so, the research report serves as a repository of analysis and information for every facet of the market, including but not limited to: regional markets, process, and application.

Geographically, the global allantoin market is segmented into North America, Asia Pacific, Europe, Middle East & Africa and South America. This report forecasts revenue growth at a global, regional & country level, and provides an analysis of the market trends in each of the sub-segments from 2019 to 2024.

  • North America (U.S., Canada, Mexico, etc.)
  • Asia-Pacific (China, Japan, India, Korea, Australia, Indonesia, Taiwan, Thailand, etc.)
  • Europe (Germany, UK, France, Italy, Russia, Spain, etc.)
  • Middle East & Africa (Turkey, Saudi Arabia, Iran, Egypt, Nigeria, UAE, Israel, South Africa, etc.)
  • South America (Brazil, Argentina, Colombia, Chile, Venezuela, Peru, etc.)



On the basis of process, the global allantoin market is segmented into:

  • Glyoxylic Acid & Urea Process
  • Glyoxal Process



Based on application, the allantoin market is segmented into:

  • Personal Care & Cosmetics
  • Pharmaceuticals
  • Fine Chemicals



The report also includes a discussion of the key vendors operating in this market. Some of the leading players in the global allantoin market are:

  • Akema S.r.l.
  • Ashland Global Specialty Chemicals Inc.
  • Clariant AG
  • Deretil Group
  • Hubei Hongyuan Pharmaceutical technology Co., Ltd.
  • Hubei Shunhui Bio-Technology Co., Ltd. (Luotian Guanghui Chemical Co., Ltd.)
  • Merck KGaA
  • Shanxi Linfen Dyeing Chemicals (Group) Co., Ltd.
  • Weylchem International GmbH
  • Wuhu Huahai Biological Engineering Co., Ltd.
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Objective of the study:

  • To analyze and forecast the market size of global allantoin market.
  • To classify and forecast global allantoin market based on region, process, and application.
  • To identify drivers and challenges for global allantoin market.
  • To examine competitive developments such as expansions, mergers & acquisitions, etc., in global allantoin market.
  • To conduct pricing analysis for global allantoin market.
  • To identify and analyze the profile of leading players operating in global allantoin market.



The report is useful in providing answers to several critical questions that are important for the industry stakeholders such as manufacturers and partners, end users, etc., besides allowing them in strategizing investments and capitalizing on market opportunities. Key target audience are:

  • Manufacturers of allantoin
  • Raw material suppliers
  • Market research and consulting firms
  • Government bodies such as regulating authorities and policy makers
  • Organizations, forums and alliances related to allantoin



The information contained in this report is based upon both primary and secondary sources. Primary research included interviews with allantoin suppliers and industry experts. Secondary research included an exhaustive search of relevant publications like company annual reports, financial reports, and proprietary databases.