Europe Swimming Pool Treatment Chemicals Market

Europe Swimming Pool Treatment Chemicals Market Size (2024 to 2029)

As per our analysis report, the Europe Swimming Pool Treatment Chemicals Market is expected to reach USD 2.63 billion by 2029 from USD 2.28 billion in 2024, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 2.9% during the forecast timeline.

MARKET OVERVIEW

Swimming pool treatment chemicals are utilized in water treatment processes to eliminate all life stages and sizes of microorganisms. They similarly maintain the water's cleanliness and pH equilibrium. Some chemicals are used to adjust pH levels and administer shock therapy. Powder, liquid, concentrate, and ready-to-use formulations are the most common ways swimming pool treatment chemicals are produced. People complain about chlorine in swimming pools almost as much as they enjoy diving into the pool water. Chlorine-based substances can dehydrate the skin, irritate the eyes, and cause a distinct and unpleasant pool odor.

On the other hand, because of chlorine, we can swim in water free of microorganisms that can cause stomach issues, such as Escherichia coli. In addition to disinfectants like chlorine, pool operators also add chemicals to regulate the water's pH, alkalinity, and hardness. There are alternatives to chlorinated chemicals. Compounds containing bromine that produce hypobromous acid can also eliminate infections. However, they are used more frequently in hot tubs than in swimming pools. Bromine is more stable at the high temperatures utilized in hot tubs than chlorine. Nowadays, pool hygiene systems take further measures to remove bacteria resistant to chlorine that can cause intestinal diseases. Cryptosporidium, a type of bacteria, has a protective coating that makes it difficult to kill with chlorine. The ideal pH range for pool disinfectants is between 7.2 and 7.8. The pool managers should also add another class of compounds to maintain this pH range and shift the balance between hypochlorous acid and hypochlorite ions in favor of the acid, which is a more effective disinfectant. Muriatic acid (an old term for hydrochloric acid), sodium bisulfate, carbon dioxide, sulfuric acid, and sodium carbonate are common compounds. Powder and liquid formulations, as well as concentrates and ready-to-use formulations, are the most common forms in which swimming pool treatment chemicals are produced.

MARKET DRIVERS

The Europe Swimming Pool Treatment Chemicals Market demand is primarily driven by the increasing popularity of swimming among health-conscious individuals.

The health concern is one of the drivers of the Europe Swimming Pool Treatment Chemicals Market as people are now more concerned about water quality in the pool. People are more aware of the bacterial side effects of swimming pool bacteria as it can cause stomach issues. This is one of the significant drivers of the Europe Swimming Pool Treatment Chemicals Market as it pushes both the residential and commercial sectors to use swimming pool chemicals. Since salts of hypochlorite help remove algae and germs from swimming pools, the demand for effective disinfectants such as these has risen dramatically. So, these chemicals' capacity to create resistance to the effect of bacteria is also a significant driver. Stringent government rules and standards governing pool safety also encourage using pool treatment chemicals. In addition, with the building industry gaining momentum due to the pandemic, the European residential swimming pool treatment chemicals market is anticipated to expand in the coming years. In addition, the increase in residential buildings and the increased number of swimming pools drive demand for these chemicals. Innovation in the chemicals and continuous research and development in the Swimming Pool Treatment Chemicals Market is also one of the major drivers that promote the growth of Europe's Swimming Pool Treatment Chemicals Market. A growing number of luxurious places like hotels and resorts also drive the Europe Swimming Pool Treatment Chemicals Market. 

MARKET RESTRAINTS

The risk of contracting skin issues due to using chemicals in swimming pools is one of the restraints in the Europe Swimming Pool Treatment Chemicals Market. Additionally, increasing the preference for natural pools also restricts the demand for chemicals.

This research report on the Europe Swimming Pool Treatment Chemicals market has been segmented and sub-segmented into the following categories.

Europe Swimming Pool Treatment Chemicals Market By Product

• Bleaching Powder 
• Liquid Chlorine 
• Trichlor 
• Trichloroisocyanuric Acid 
• Others

The chlorine in bleaching powder decomposes into numerous compounds in water, including hypochlorous acid and hypochlorite ion, which destroy microbes and bacteria, contributing to the swimming pool's cleanliness. Followed by chlorine, bleaching powder is the second most used among the segmentation due to its ease. The chlorine in bleaching powder decomposes into numerous compounds in water, including hypochlorous acid and hypochlorite ion, which destroy microbes and bacteria, contributing to the swimming pool's cleanliness.  

Europe Swimming Pool Treatment Chemicals Market By Application 

• Residential Pool
• Commercial Pool

Europe commercial sector is expected to grow more than Europe's residential pool segment because of increasing hotels, villas, and resort construction. The demand for swimming pools is growing, increasing the growth rate of the Europe Swimming Pool Treatment Chemicals market. Commercial private and collective pools in hotels, holiday resorts, wellness centers, health clubs, recreational centers, and healthcare facilities are also the driver in the growth of the Europe Swimming Pool Treatment Chemical Market.

Europe Swimming Pool Treatment Chemicals Market By Country

• Spain
• Italy
• France
• The UK
• Germany
• Rest of Europe

France has the highest number of pools and has the highest share in terms of revenue in the Europe Swimming Pool Treatment Chemicals Market. The growing economy and increasing government initiatives are propelling the demand of the market. 

KEY MARKET PLAYERS

BEHQ S.L.U., PROXIM sro, Leisurechem, Ecolab, BASF SE, Ercros S.A are some of the notable companies in the Europe Swimming Pool Treatment Chemicals market.