Global Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) Fire Extinguish Agent Market Report (2026–2036)
Market Prediction
Chem Reports projects that the Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) Fire Extinguish Agent Market, valued at USD xxxx in 2025, is expected to reach USD xxxx by 2036, growing at a CAGR of xx% globally during the forecast period.
Market Overview
The Global AFFF Fire Extinguish Agent Market Report 2026 provides an extensive analysis of industry development drivers, patterns, flows, and market sizes. It evaluates historical and present market values to forecast growth trends between 2026 and 2036.
This study integrates both primary and secondary data sources, examining factors such as:
- Government policies and regulatory frameworks
- Market environment and competitive dynamics
- Historical data and current industry trends
- Technological innovations and upcoming advancements
- Progress in related industries impacting fire suppression solutions
Impact of COVID-19
The COVID-19 outbreak in December 2019, declared a global public health emergency by the World Health Organization, significantly disrupted the AFFF Fire Extinguish Agent market in 2020. Supply chain interruptions, reduced industrial activity, and delayed petrochemical and offshore projects created short-term challenges. However, recovery trends and renewed focus on safety and emergency preparedness are expected to support long-term market growth.
Market Segmentation
By Type
- 1% AFFF
- 3% AFFF
- 6% AFFF
By Application
- Petrochemical and Chemical Plants
- Offshore Installations
- Tank Farms
Regional Analysis
- North America: U.S., Canada, Mexico
- Europe: Germany, U.K., France, Italy, Russia, Spain, and others
- Asia-Pacific: China, India, Japan, Southeast Asia
- South America: Brazil, Argentina
- Middle East & Africa: Saudi Arabia, South Africa
Key Market Players
- Tyco Fire Protection Products
- Angus International
- Amerex Corporation
- Buckeye Fire Equipment
- ICL Group
- Suolong
- DIC
- Jiangya
- Dr. Richard Sthamer
- Langchao Fire Technology
- Dafo Fomtec
- Orchidee
- Oil Technics
- Profoam
- Delta Fire
The AFFF Fire Extinguish Agent market is positioned for steady growth between 2026 and 2036, driven by demand from petrochemical plants, offshore installations, and tank farms. Increasing emphasis on safety standards, regulatory compliance, and technological innovation in fire suppression systems will shape market dynamics. Regional demand variations and competitive strategies of key players will further influence the industry’s trajectory during the forecast period.
Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) is a synthetic fire suppression agent widely used to extinguish flammable liquid fires. It works by forming a film that spreads across the fuel surface, cutting off oxygen and preventing vapor release. AFFF is commonly applied in petrochemical plants, offshore installations, and tank farms where hydrocarbon fire risks are high.
Regional Analysis
- North America: Strong demand driven by petrochemical and aviation industries, alongside strict fire safety regulations.
- Europe: Growth influenced by regulatory changes, with increasing focus on PFAS-free formulations due to environmental concerns.
- Asia-Pacific: Fastest-growing region, supported by industrial expansion in China and India, and rising offshore energy projects.
- South America: Moderate growth, with Brazil and Argentina investing in fire safety for chemical and energy sectors.
- Middle East & Africa: Significant demand from oil & gas facilities and large-scale tank farms, particularly in Saudi Arabia and South Africa.
Porter’s Five Forces
- Competitive Rivalry: High, with established players (Tyco, Angus, Amerex, Buckeye) competing on performance, compliance, and cost.
- Threat of New Entrants: Moderate, as technical expertise and regulatory compliance are barriers, but niche players can enter with eco-friendly solutions.
- Bargaining Power of Suppliers: Moderate, raw material suppliers (surfactants, fluorochemicals) hold leverage due to price volatility.
- Bargaining Power of Buyers: High, industrial customers demand cost-effective, compliant, and environmentally safe fire suppression agents.
- Threat of Substitutes: Moderate, alternative foams and clean agent systems exist but lack AFFF’s rapid effectiveness on hydrocarbon fires.
SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Proven effectiveness in suppressing hydrocarbon fires
- Wide application across petrochemical, offshore, and industrial sectors
- Established global supply chains
Weaknesses
- Environmental concerns over PFAS content
- Regulatory restrictions in certain regions
- Dependence on specialized raw materials
Opportunities
- Development of PFAS-free and eco-friendly AFFF formulations
- Expansion in Asia-Pacific and Middle East oil & gas projects
- Rising demand for advanced fire safety solutions in industrial sectors
Threats
- Increasing regulatory pressure on fluorinated chemicals
- Competition from alternative fire suppression technologies
- Raw material price volatility impacting margins
Trend Analysis
- Shift toward PFAS-free AFFF formulations due to environmental regulations.
- Rising demand in offshore installations and petrochemical plants for advanced fire safety.
- Growth in tank farm applications requiring large-scale fire suppression.
- Technological advancements in surfactant chemistry improving foam performance and sustainability.
Drivers & Challenges
Drivers
- Global emphasis on fire safety in petrochemical and energy sectors
- Regulatory push for advanced fire suppression systems
- Expansion of offshore and industrial infrastructure
Challenges
- Environmental concerns and regulatory restrictions on PFAS-based foams
- High costs of developing eco-friendly alternatives
- Volatility in raw material supply chains
Value Chain Analysis
- Raw Materials: Surfactants, fluorochemicals, and additives
- Manufacturing: AFFF producers (global and regional companies)
- Distribution: Wholesalers, distributors, and direct supply to industrial customers
- End Users: Petrochemical plants, offshore installations, tank farms, and chemical industries
Quick Recommendations for Stakeholders
- Manufacturers: Accelerate R&D for PFAS-free AFFF formulations to meet regulatory and customer demands.
- Investors: Focus on Asia-Pacific and Middle East markets where oil & gas expansion drives demand.
- Policy Makers: Support eco-friendly fire suppression solutions through incentives and updated safety standards.
- Industrial Customers: Evaluate lifecycle safety and compliance benefits of advanced AFFF formulations.
- Suppliers: Diversify raw material sourcing to mitigate volatility and regulatory risks.
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1. Market Overview of Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) Fire Extinguish Agent
1.1 Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) Fire Extinguish Agent Market Overview
1.1.1 Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) Fire Extinguish Agent Product Scope
1.1.2 Market Status and Outlook
1.2 Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) Fire Extinguish Agent Market Size by Regions:
1.3 Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) Fire Extinguish Agent Historic Market Size by Regions
1.4 Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) Fire Extinguish Agent Forecasted Market Size by Regions
1.5 Covid-19 Impact on Key Regions, Keyword Market Size YoY Growth
1.5.1 North America
1.5.2 East Asia
1.5.3 Europe
1.5.4 South Asia
1.5.5 Southeast Asia
1.5.6 Middle East
1.5.7 Africa
1.5.8 Oceania
1.5.9 South America
1.5.10 Rest of the World
1.6 Coronavirus Disease 2019 (Covid-19) Impact Will Have a Severe Impact on Global Growth
1.6.1 Covid-19 Impact: Global GDP Growth, 2019, 2020 and 2021 Projections
1.6.2 Covid-19 Impact: Commodity Prices Indices
1.6.3 Covid-19 Impact: Global Major Government Policy
2. Covid-19 Impact Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) Fire Extinguish Agent Sales Market by Type
2.1 Global Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) Fire Extinguish Agent Historic Market Size by Type
2.2 Global Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) Fire Extinguish Agent Forecasted Market Size by Type
2.3 1% AFFF
2.4 3% AFFF
2.5 6% AFFF
3. Covid-19 Impact Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) Fire Extinguish Agent Sales Market by Application
3.1 Global Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) Fire Extinguish Agent Historic Market Size by Application
3.2 Global Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) Fire Extinguish Agent Forecasted Market Size by Application
3.3 Petrochemical and chemical plants
3.4 Offshore installations
3.5 Tank Farms
4. Covid-19 Impact Market Competition by Manufacturers
4.1 Global Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) Fire Extinguish Agent Production Capacity Market Share by Manufacturers
4.2 Global Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) Fire Extinguish Agent Revenue Market Share by Manufacturers
4.3 Global Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) Fire Extinguish Agent Average Price by Manufacturers
5. Company Profiles and Key Figures in Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) Fire Extinguish Agent Business
5.1 Tyco Fire Protection Products
5.1.1 Tyco Fire Protection Products Company Profile
5.1.2 Tyco Fire Protection Products Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) Fire Extinguish Agent Product Specification
5.1.3 Tyco Fire Protection Products Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) Fire Extinguish Agent Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
5.2 Angus International
5.2.1 Angus International Company Profile
5.2.2 Angus International Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) Fire Extinguish Agent Product Specification
5.2.3 Angus International Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) Fire Extinguish Agent Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
5.3 Amerex Corporation
5.3.1 Amerex Corporation Company Profile
5.3.2 Amerex Corporation Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) Fire Extinguish Agent Product Specification
5.3.3 Amerex Corporation Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) Fire Extinguish Agent Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
5.4 Buckeye Fire Equipment
5.4.1 Buckeye Fire Equipment Company Profile
5.4.2 Buckeye Fire Equipment Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) Fire Extinguish Agent Product Specification
5.4.3 Buckeye Fire Equipment Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) Fire Extinguish Agent Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
5.5 ICL Group
5.5.1 ICL Group Company Profile
5.5.2 ICL Group Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) Fire Extinguish Agent Product Specification
5.5.3 ICL Group Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) Fire Extinguish Agent Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
5.6 Suolong
5.6.1 Suolong Company Profile
5.6.2 Suolong Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) Fire Extinguish Agent Product Specification
5.6.3 Suolong Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) Fire Extinguish Agent Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
5.7 DIC
5.7.1 DIC Company Profile
5.7.2 DIC Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) Fire Extinguish Agent Product Specification
5.7.3 DIC Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) Fire Extinguish Agent Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
5.8 Jiangya
5.8.1 Jiangya Company Profile
5.8.2 Jiangya Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) Fire Extinguish Agent Product Specification
5.8.3 Jiangya Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) Fire Extinguish Agent Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
5.9 Dr. Richard Sthamer
5.9.1 Dr. Richard Sthamer Company Profile
5.9.2 Dr. Richard Sthamer Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) Fire Extinguish Agent Product Specification
5.9.3 Dr. Richard Sthamer Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) Fire Extinguish Agent Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
5.10 Langchao Fire Technology
5.10.1 Langchao Fire Technology Company Profile
5.10.2 Langchao Fire Technology Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) Fire Extinguish Agent Product Specification
5.10.3 Langchao Fire Technology Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) Fire Extinguish Agent Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
5.11 Dafo Fomtec
5.11.1 Dafo Fomtec Company Profile
5.11.2 Dafo Fomtec Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) Fire Extinguish Agent Product Specification
5.11.3 Dafo Fomtec Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) Fire Extinguish Agent Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
5.12 Orchidee
5.12.1 Orchidee Company Profile
5.12.2 Orchidee Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) Fire Extinguish Agent Product Specification
5.12.3 Orchidee Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) Fire Extinguish Agent Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
5.13 Oil Technics
5.13.1 Oil Technics Company Profile
5.13.2 Oil Technics Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) Fire Extinguish Agent Product Specification
5.13.3 Oil Technics Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) Fire Extinguish Agent Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
5.14 Profoam
5.14.1 Profoam Company Profile
5.14.2 Profoam Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) Fire Extinguish Agent Product Specification
5.14.3 Profoam Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) Fire Extinguish Agent Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
5.15 Delta Fire
5.15.1 Delta Fire Company Profile
5.15.2 Delta Fire Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) Fire Extinguish Agent Product Specification
5.15.3 Delta Fire Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) Fire Extinguish Agent Production Capacity, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin
6. North America
6.1 North America Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) Fire Extinguish Agent Market Size
6.2 North America Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) Fire Extinguish Agent Key Players in North America
6.3 North America Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) Fire Extinguish Agent Market Size by Type
6.4 North America Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) Fire Extinguish Agent Market Size by Application
7. East Asia
7.1 East Asia Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) Fire Extinguish Agent Market Size
7.2 East Asia Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) Fire Extinguish Agent Key Players in North America
7.3 East Asia Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) Fire Extinguish Agent Market Size by Type
7.4 East Asia Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) Fire Extinguish Agent Market Size by Application
8. Europe
8.1 Europe Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) Fire Extinguish Agent Market Size
8.2 Europe Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) Fire Extinguish Agent Key Players in North America
8.3 Europe Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) Fire Extinguish Agent Market Size by Type
8.4 Europe Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) Fire Extinguish Agent Market Size by Application
9. South Asia
9.1 South Asia Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) Fire Extinguish Agent Market Size
9.2 South Asia Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) Fire Extinguish Agent Key Players in North America
9.3 South Asia Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) Fire Extinguish Agent Market Size by Type
9.4 South Asia Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) Fire Extinguish Agent Market Size by Application
10. Southeast Asia
10.1 Southeast Asia Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) Fire Extinguish Agent Market Size
10.2 Southeast Asia Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) Fire Extinguish Agent Key Players in North America
10.3 Southeast Asia Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) Fire Extinguish Agent Market Size by Type
10.4 Southeast Asia Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) Fire Extinguish Agent Market Size by Application
11. Middle East
11.1 Middle East Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) Fire Extinguish Agent Market Size
11.2 Middle East Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) Fire Extinguish Agent Key Players in North America
11.3 Middle East Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) Fire Extinguish Agent Market Size by Type
11.4 Middle East Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) Fire Extinguish Agent Market Size by Application
12. Africa
12.1 Africa Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) Fire Extinguish Agent Market Size
12.2 Africa Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) Fire Extinguish Agent Key Players in North America
12.3 Africa Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) Fire Extinguish Agent Market Size by Type
12.4 Africa Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) Fire Extinguish Agent Market Size by Application
13. Oceania
13.1 Oceania Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) Fire Extinguish Agent Market Size
13.2 Oceania Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) Fire Extinguish Agent Key Players in North America
13.3 Oceania Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) Fire Extinguish Agent Market Size by Type
13.4 Oceania Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) Fire Extinguish Agent Market Size by Application
14. South America
14.1 South America Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) Fire Extinguish Agent Market Size
14.2 South America Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) Fire Extinguish Agent Key Players in North America
14.3 South America Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) Fire Extinguish Agent Market Size by Type
14.4 South America Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) Fire Extinguish Agent Market Size by Application
15. Rest of the World
15.1 Rest of the World Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) Fire Extinguish Agent Market Size
15.2 Rest of the World Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) Fire Extinguish Agent Key Players in North America
15.3 Rest of the World Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) Fire Extinguish Agent Market Size by Type
15.4 Rest of the World Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) Fire Extinguish Agent Market Size by Application
16 Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) Fire Extinguish Agent Market Dynamics
16.1 Covid-19 Impact Market Top Trends
16.2 Covid-19 Impact Market Drivers
16.3 Covid-19 Impact Market Challenges
16.4 Porter
Market Segmentation
By Type
- 1% AFFF
- 3% AFFF
- 6% AFFF
By Application
- Petrochemical and Chemical Plants
- Offshore Installations
- Tank Farms
Regional Analysis
- North America: U.S., Canada, Mexico
- Europe: Germany, U.K., France, Italy, Russia, Spain, and others
- Asia-Pacific: China, India, Japan, Southeast Asia
- South America: Brazil, Argentina
- Middle East & Africa: Saudi Arabia, South Africa
Key Market Players
- Tyco Fire Protection Products
- Angus International
- Amerex Corporation
- Buckeye Fire Equipment
- ICL Group
- Suolong
- DIC
- Jiangya
- Dr. Richard Sthamer
- Langchao Fire Technology
- Dafo Fomtec
- Orchidee
- Oil Technics
- Profoam
- Delta Fire
