Market Forecast by Countries (United States, Canada), By Basis Fluids (Water-Based, Foam-Based, Gelled Oil-Based), By Well Type (Horizontal, Vertical), By Function Type (Acid, Surfactant, Biocide, Gelling Agent, Cross linker, Breaker, Scale Inhibitor, Corrosion Inhibitor) And Competitive Landscape
Product Code: ETC4622304 | Publication Date: Jul 2023 | Updated Date: Dec 2024 | Product Type: Report | |
Publisher: 6Wresearch | No. of Pages: 200 | No. of Figures: 90 | No. of Tables: 30 | |
Report Name | North America Fracking Fluid & Chemicals Market |
Forecast period | 2025-2031 |
Forecast Size | USD 21.17 billion By 2031 |
CAGR | 5.9% |
Growing Sector | Oil & Gas |
The North America Fracking Fluid & Chemicals Market Report thoroughly covers the market by Countries, Basis Fluids, Well Type and Function Type. The North America Fracking Fluid & Chemicals Market Outlook report provides an unbiased and detailed analysis of the ongoing North America Fracking Fluid & Chemicals Market trends, opportunities/high growth areas, and market drivers. This would help stakeholders devise and align their market strategies according to the current and future market dynamics.
North America Fracking Fluid & Chemicals Market was valued at USD 10.21 billion and is expected to reach USD 21.17 billion , growing at a CAGR of around 5.9% from 2025-2031. One of the primary drivers of the North America Fracking Fluid & Chemicals Market is the booming oil and gas industry in the region. With increasing demand for energy, especially from industries such as transportation and power generation, there has been a significant increase in fracking activities in North America. This has led to a rise in demand for fracking fluids and chemicals, driving market growth.
Moreover, advancements in technology have made unconventional oil and gas resources more accessible for extraction through fracking. This has further increased the demand for fracking fluids and chemicals as they play a crucial role in extracting these resources efficiently.
The North America Fracking Fluid & Chemicals market is witnessing growth due to the increased energy demand. Moreover, development of hydraulic fracturing technology is also propelling the market growth. Major industry participants are focusing on R&D to develop efficient and sustainable alternatives. Also, growing number of investments in research and development also fuels the market. Overall, the North America Fracking Fluid & Chemicals market is growing well and has growth potential.
According to 6Wresearch, the North America Fracking Fluid & Chemicals Market is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of 5.9% during 2025-2031. One of the major drivers of the North America Fracking Fluid & Chemicals Market is the increasing energy requirement which in turn leads up with rise in need for oil and gas extraction, thereby forcing a greater demand for efficient fracking technologies. In addition, advancements in hydraulic fracturing technologies have boosted rates of recovery from shale formations allowing companies to use fracking as a more economical and enticing drilling prospect. Furthermore, government policies towards increased domestic production of energy and reducing dependence upon foreign oil sources support the market growth. Moreover, rising research and development investments are developing environment-friendly fracking solutions making it a massive curing for the environmental issues.
However, the North America Fracking Fluid & Chemicals market faces many challenges that hinder its growth. One of the major challenges is the environmental concerns related to water contamination and seismic activity that have made regulatory standards strict, thereby increasing operation costs for companies. In addition, the volatility of oil and gas prices leads to market uncertainty, which in turn acts as a barrier for industries considering long-term investments. Furthermore, the industry faces high cost and complexity in developing eco-friendly replacements for conventional fracking fluids that are required to meet regulatory standards as well as public opinion. Finally, strong public opposition and activism on the part of anti-fracking campaigns continues to present a reputational threat for industry players, spurring them into increasing heavy investments in public relations and community engagement initiatives.
Some of the key players operating in North America Fracking Fluid & Chemicals include Halliburton, Schlumberger, Baker Hughes, Calfrac Well Services Ltd. and FTS International. The companies have a strong presence in the North American market and provide a range of fracking fluids and chemicals, including biocides, corrosion inhibitors, friction reducers, gelling agents, proppants, and surfactants. They also offer services such as well stimulation and production optimization.
North American governments have a significant impact on the growth of the Fracking Fluid & Chemicals market through several initiatives. One notable initiative is the stringent regulations imposed by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) on use of chemicals in fracking operations, to reduce contamination risk for groundwater. In addition, Canada’s Oil and Gas Operations Act, requires full disclosure of all chemicals used in gas drilling to ensure transparency and public confidence. Furthermore, research grants in both countries are being financed to make new fracking fluids that offer greener alternatives and promote innovation within the industry. Moreover, the U.S. government's Department of Energy (DOE) has initiated Unconventional Resources Program in an attempt to accelerate hydraulic fracturing technologies research and development for safer, improved operations.
The North America Fracking Fluid & Chemicals market is expected to expand in the coming years. This growth is fuelled by the rising energy demand. The market is further driven by the advancement in hydraulic fracturing technology. The top market participants are engaging in R&D efforts to create effective and sustainable substitutes. Also, increasing number of research and development investments further boost the market. Overall, the future of the North America Fracking Fluid & Chemicals market looks promising, with many opportunities for growth and development.
According to Ravi Bhandari, Research Head, 6Wresearch, the United States segment is the dominant segment in the industry and will continue to grow in the coming years. This expansion is due to the substantial oil and gas reserves in United States like Texas, Pennsylvania and Oklahoma, as well as an accommodating regulatory environment for the exploration of shale gas.
Based on Basis Fluids, the water-based fluids segment is the dominant segment in the industry and will continue to grow in the coming years. This growth is due to their competitive pricing and ecological status when measured against other available fracking fluids.
On the basis of Well Type, the horizontal well segment is the leading segment in the industry and will continue to grow in the coming years. This can be attributed to its capability of reaching bigger areas in shale formations while adding productivity when compared with vertical wells.
In terms of Function Type, the acid segment is the dominant segment in the industry and will continue to grow in the coming years. This growth is due to its capacity of dissolving minerals and enhancing the permeability within shale formations, causing rise in oil & gas extraction.
The report offers a comprehensive study of the subsequent market segments
1 Executive Summary |
2 Introduction |
2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.2 Report Description |
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3 North America Fracking Fluid & Chemicals Market Overview |
3.1 North America Regional Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 North America Fracking Fluid & Chemicals Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 North America Fracking Fluid & Chemicals Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 North America Fracking Fluid & Chemicals Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 North America Fracking Fluid & Chemicals Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Countries, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 North America Fracking Fluid & Chemicals Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Basis Fluids, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 North America Fracking Fluid & Chemicals Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Well Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.8 North America Fracking Fluid & Chemicals Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Function Type, 2021 & 2031F |
4 North America Fracking Fluid & Chemicals Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.3 Market Restraints |
5 North America Fracking Fluid & Chemicals Market Trends |
6 North America Fracking Fluid & Chemicals Market, 2021 - 2031 |
6.1 North America Fracking Fluid & Chemicals Market, Revenues & Volume, By Basis Fluids, 2021 - 2031 |
6.2 North America Fracking Fluid & Chemicals Market, Revenues & Volume, By Well Type, 2021 - 2031 |
6.3 North America Fracking Fluid & Chemicals Market, Revenues & Volume, By Function Type, 2021 - 2031 |
7 United States Fracking Fluid & Chemicals Market, 2021 - 2031 |
7.1 United States Fracking Fluid & Chemicals Market, Revenues & Volume, By Basis Fluids, 2021 - 2031 |
7.2 United States Fracking Fluid & Chemicals Market, Revenues & Volume, By Well Type, 2021 - 2031 |
7.3 United States Fracking Fluid & Chemicals Market, Revenues & Volume, By Function Type, 2021 - 2031 |
8 Canada Fracking Fluid & Chemicals Market, 2021 - 2031 |
8.1 Canada Fracking Fluid & Chemicals Market, Revenues & Volume, By Basis Fluids, 2021 - 2031 |
8.2 Canada Fracking Fluid & Chemicals Market, Revenues & Volume, By Well Type, 2021 - 2031 |
8.3 Canada Fracking Fluid & Chemicals Market, Revenues & Volume, By Function Type, 2021 - 2031 |
9 North America Fracking Fluid & Chemicals Market Key Performance Indicators |
10 North America Fracking Fluid & Chemicals Market - Opportunity Assessment |
10.1 North America Fracking Fluid & Chemicals Market Opportunity Assessment, By Countries, 2021 & 2031F |
10.2 North America Fracking Fluid & Chemicals Market Opportunity Assessment, By Basis Fluids, 2021 & 2031F |
10.3 North America Fracking Fluid & Chemicals Market Opportunity Assessment, By Well Type, 2021 & 2031F |
10.4 North America Fracking Fluid & Chemicals Market Opportunity Assessment, By Function Type, 2021 & 2031F |
11 North America Fracking Fluid & Chemicals Market - Competitive Landscape |
11.1 North America Fracking Fluid & Chemicals Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
11.2 North America Fracking Fluid & Chemicals Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
12 Company Profiles |
13 Recommendations |
14 Disclaimer |