Aerosol Actuators Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report By Application (Personal Care, Household, Automotive & Industrial, Foods, Paints, Medical, Others), By Product, By Region, And Segment Forecasts, 2024 - 2030

Report Overview

The global aerosol actuators market size was valued at USD 1.31 billion in 2023 and is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.2% from 2024 to 2030. The growing demand for personal care and cosmetics products such as hairspray and deodorants is a significant factor driving growth for this market. The increasing consumption volume of household and industrial cleaning products has also increased the demand for aerosol dispensing solutions. The rising use of lubricants, paints, and cleaning agents by automotive businesses is expected to drive further growth for this market during the forecast period.

Growing market penetration attained by the personal care and cosmetics industry primarily influences the demand for aerosol actuators. Consumers increasingly prefer convenient, easy-to-use packaged products, such as sprays and foams, facilitated by aerosol actuators. Increasing availability and accessibility of personal care products through online stores, rising disposable income levels, and a growing emphasis on men's grooming products have driven demand for cosmetics worldwide. Moreover, the increasing application of aerosol actuators in food and beverage products has also contributed to the growth of this market. Owing to their versatility and ease of use, the sprays are increasingly used to dispense oil, cheese, and others.

In recent years, the expanding pharmaceuticals and consumer healthcare products industry has played a vital role in the growing demand for the aerosol actuators market. For instance, these actuators are extensively used in consumer healthcare products such as nasal sprays, inhalers, Metered Dose Inhalers (MDIs), pressurized metered dose inhalers used during the treatment of asthma or Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and topical sprays.

The ability of aerosol actuators to enable devices and products to deliver precise and necessary doses of medications has developed a growing demand from the pharmaceutical industry. For instance, in August 2024, AptarGroup, Inc., one of the major market participants in the consumer product dispensing, dosing, and protection technology industry, announced that its Nasal Unidose System, neffy, received approval from the U.S. FDA for emergency usage. The product is related to the treatment of patients who need immediate assistance in allergic reactions (Type I), such as anaphylaxis, to nasally deliver epinephrine.

Application Insights

Based on applications, the personal care segment dominated the global industry and accounted for the revenue of 35.7% in 2023. The increasing demand for convenience, hygiene, and easy to use beauty products has driven the growth for this segment. One of the major factors influencing the expansion of the segment is the growing trend of self-care and grooming among men, leading to increased demand for aerosol-based products such as shaving foams, aftershaves, hair care products and more. The segment growth is also driven by continuous product innovation and intensifying environmental concerns. For instance, Aptar Beauty, a company operating in packaging & dispensing solutions for industries such as personal care, color cosmetics, skincare, and fragrance launched newly invented post-consumer recycled resin (PCR) pump, in an attempt to reduce products’ CO2 emission by substantial amount.

The automotive & industrial application segment is anticipated to experience the fastest CAGR during the forecast period. Aerosol actuators are used in various applications, such as lubricants, paints, adhesives, coatings, and cleaning agents, as well as vehicle maintenance and manufacturing. The growing emphasis for industrial automation and efficient and reliable packaging solutions are significant drivers for demand of aerosol actuators. In addition, the increasing inclination towards the Do-It-Yourself (DIY) trend for maintenance and repair is anticipated to develop growth for this industry in the approaching years.

Product Insights

Based on the product, male actuator segment dominated the market in 2023. The growth of this segment is primarily driven by the widespread use of aerosol actuators in personal care and industrial segments. The widespread adoption of male actuators in products such as deodorants, shaving creams, and lubricants contributes to the increasing demand for the product. Male actuators are often used for the features such as ease of use and ability to provide a precise spray pattern, making it well suited for applications that require targeted dispensing. Furthermore, most aerosol products on the market are designed to work with male actuators, owing to their ease of integration and improved safety.

The dosage actuator is expected to experience the fastest CAGR over the forecast period. Dosage actuators are designed to administer a specific amount of aerosolized medication with each use, which is crucial for maintaining dosage accuracy and enhancing patient compliance. The segment’s growth can be attributed to the increasing demand for precise and controlled delivery systems, particularly from the healthcare and pharmaceutical industries. The growing prevalence of chronic conditions that require regular medication, such as asthma and COPD, underscores the need for actuators that ensure consistent dosing. As the demand for more efficient and reliable drug delivery systems grows, driven by advancements in personalized medicine, the demand for dosage actuators will likely increase, leading to segment growth.

Regional Insights

North America aerosol actuator market held a significant revenue share of the global industry in 2023. Increasing demand for personal care and cosmetics products is this market's key growth driving factor. The presence of a robust automotive industry and a large number of pharmaceutical industry participants operating in the region has also contributed to the growth of the aerosol actuators market in the area. Manufacturers ' increasing focus on sustainability and the development of environment-friendly products is expected to generate greater demand for the market in the coming years. Innovation and continuous industry research and development have resulted in the introduction of multiple newly developed products in recent years. For example, in November 2023, Precision Valve Corporation, one of the prominent market participants in the modern aerosol technology industry, launched KOSMOS STORM. The newly introduced actuator is a one-piece button technology for premium sprays used by sectors such as cosmetics, food, industrial applications, and households.

U.S. Aerosol Actuators Market Trends

U.S. aerosol actuators market dominated the regional industry in 2023. The increasing prevalence of respiratory diseases and advancements in technology are the major factors driving the growth for this market. The rising demand for aerosol-based pharmaceutical products, such as inhalers for respiratory conditions like asthma and COPD, is a significant factor influencing the market. Furthermore, the expanding market penetration of personal care and household products that utilize aerosol sprays, such as deodorants, cleaners, and air fresheners have contributed to the growth of aerosol actuators market in the U.S.

Europe Aerosol Actuators Market Trends

Europe aerosol actuators market dominated the industry and accounted for the largest revenue share of 38.7% in 2023. The growth of this regional industry is fueled by the growing adoption of spray-based personal care items such as hair sprays and shaving foams in this region. Presence of multiple renowned cosmetics industry brands and manufacturing facilities set up numerous personal care industry participants in the region have also influenced the growing demand for aerosol actuators in Europe. In addition, the region is home to many developers of aerosol actuator, such as Coster, Aptar, Lindal and others. These aspects are expected to drive further growth for Europe aerosol actuators market during forecast period.

Germany aerosol actuators market dominated the regional industry in 2023. The primary factor contributing to the growth of this market is the presence of a strong automotive industry, which has been a significant industrial consumer for aerosol actuators that are used in lubricants, paints, and cleaning agents. Moreover, demand from numerous personal & beauty care manufacturers based in the country has also contributed to the growing demand for aerosol actuators.

Middle East and Africa Aerosol Actuators Market Trends

The Middle East and Africa (MEA) aerosol actuators market is anticipated to experience the fastest CAGR during the forecast period. Increasing demand for personal care and cosmetic products, growing use of do-it-yourself (DIY) products in automotive maintenance, and rising demand for pharmaceutical sprays such as nasal sprays and others have driven the growth of this market. Growing disposable income levels and unceasing urbanization in countries such as Saudi Arabia are expected to influence the development of this market from 2024 to 2030.

South Africa aerosol actuators market held a noteworthy revenue share of regional industry in 2023. The growing demand for multiple consumer goods products, consumer healthcare offerings, and personal care products has significantly contributed to the growth of this market. In addition, stringent regulations and compliance standards established by sustainability goals and consumer safety guidelines have also encouraged the use of premium quality aerosol actuators in recent years.

Key Companies & Market Share Insights

Some key companies involved in the aerosol actuators market include AptarGroup Inc., LINDAL Group, Coster Tecnologie Speciali S.p.A. and others. To address the growing demand and increasing competition, the major industry participants have adopted strategies such as heavy investments in research & development, innovation-based new product launches, enhanced distribution, and collaborations with multiple manufacturing organizations from application industries such as personal care, pharmaceuticals and automotive.

• AptarGroup, Inc., one of the prominent companies in the dispensing technology and product delivery innovation industry, offers its solutions to multiple industry users, such as fragrance and cosmetics, personal care, household and industrial, pharmaceutical, food, and others. A company with a global presence and network of facilities operates on a large scale with an enhanced focus on innovation and adopting advanced technologies in its product portfolios.

• LINDAL Group designs, develops, manufactures, and supplies aerosol dispensing packaging products for personal care, pharmaceuticals, food, and other industries. Their product range includes valves, guns, cleaner rings, straws, triggers, actuators, barrier packs, and related accessories to meet customers' technical and aesthetic needs and help them stand out in a competitive market.

Recent Developments

• In July 2024, Lindal Group, a dispensing technology provider, introduced its new Glide actuator for highly viscous products. Glide is adaptable, designed, and established to be compatible with LinRoc systems and Bag-on-Collar, suitable for valves of the A6000 category. It can be utilized with three varying nozzle options.

• In July 2024, Silgan Holdings announced an agreement to acquire Weener Packaging, one of the major vendors in the personal care industry, for differential dispensing technology. Through this deal, Silgan Holdings aims to strengthen its ongoing strategy of expanding the portfolio by adopting advanced manufacturing technologies and offering innovative products.

Aerosol Actuators Market Report Scope

Global Aerosol Actuators Market Report Segmentation

This report forecasts revenue growth at the global, regional, and country levels and provides an analysis of the latest industry trends in each of the sub-segments from 2018 to 2030. For this study, Grand View Research has segmented the aerosol actuators market report based on application, product, and region.

• Application Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, Volume Million Units, 2018 - 2030)

  • Personal Care

  • Household

  • Automotive & Industrial

  • Foods

  • Paints

  • Medical

  • Others

• Product Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, Volume Million Units, 2018 - 2030)

  • Male actuator

  • Female actuator

  • Dosage actuator

• Regional Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, Volume Million Units, 2018 - 2030)

  • North America

    • U.S.

    • Canada

    • Mexico

  • Europe

    • UK

    • Germany

    • France

  • Asia Pacific

    • China

    • Japan

    • India

    • South Korea

  • Latin America

    • Argentina

    • Brazil

  • Middle East & Africa

    • Saudi Arabia

    • South Africa