Cat Litter Market: By Product Type (Clumping, Non-Clumping), By Raw Material (Clay, Silica, Others), By Distribution Channel (Hypermarkets/Supermarkets, Specialty Pet Stores, Online Channels) And Region - Global Analysis of Market Size, Share & Trends For 2019-2021 And Forecasts To 2031
Cat Litter Market to surpass USD 9.4 billion by 2031 from USD 5.5 billion in 2021 at a CAGR of 5.5% in the coming years, i.e., 2021-2031.
For all indoor cats, cat litter is a must-have item. A cat's natural nature is to bury its pee and feces in it, however, some owners have choices for the type of litter their cats should utilize. Clay cat litter was once the only option for soaking urine and letting a cat practice its natural activity of burying waste, but there are now a variety of options. Price, odor control, dust content, absorbency, clumping ability, purchase availability, aroma (or lack thereof), and other factors may influence the sort of litter you or your cat choose.
Global Cat Litter Market to surpass USD 9.4 billion by 2031 from USD 5.5 billion in 2021 at a CAGR of 5.5% in the coming years, i.e., 2021-2031. Pet owners all over the world see their pets as family members and are looking for high-quality care choices. Most cat owners opt not to let their cats out of the house for several reasons, including human antagonism and inclement weather. These factors are predicted to drive product demand over the forecasted period. The global cat litter market is expected to develop in response to the growing trend of keeping animals as a pet, as well as an increase in the pet population in the United States.
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Based on product type, the cat litter market is divided into clumping and non-clumping. In 2020, the clumping section had the largest share. This is because clumping litter is a common and practical option for pet owners. It is said by many that it makes cleaning up much easier. Clumping litter is also available in a range of smells, textures, and granule sizes. The litter quickly adheres to the trash, cupping together to create a barrier. It keeps waste from spreading all through the litter box, allowing it to stay cleaner for longer.
By distribution channel, the cat litter market is divided into hypermarkets and supermarkets, specialty pet stores, and online Channels. Customers benefit from the availability of a wide range of products, sales representative assistance, product discounts, and quick checkouts at hypermarkets/supermarkets, which accounted for the greatest cat litter market share in 2020. As a result, during the projection period for the cat litter market, these benefits are expected to encourage shoppers to shop at hypermarkets and supermarkets.
Increasing applications and adoption of the Global Cat Litter in the healthcare
The increased demand for cat-owning households is a crucial factor driving the cat litter market forward. Furthermore, the increasing number of people owning pets, the launch of new types of the rising cat population, effective products, and the growing number of multi-cat households are all likely to drive the cat litter market forward. Furthermore, growing public awareness of pet health would provide great prospects for the cat litter market.
Concerns of pet owners about leaving cats in harsh environments are boosting the market growth
Self-cleaning cat litter makes it easier for owners to keep their cats clean despite their busy schedules. Litter purchases are influenced by the weather, as sales are higher during wet and winter seasons. Due to the hard and terrible weather conditions, cat owners do not allow their cats to go outside, which drives up the demand for cat litter.
Significantly priced products and poor quality restraints the market growth
The cat litter market is restrained by high production costs and poor product quality, while market expansion is likely to be challenged by manufacturer competition.
Company Overview, Business Strategy, Key Product Offerings, Financial Performance, Key Performance Indicators, Risk Analysis, Recent Development, Regional Presence, SWOT Analysis
Global Cat Litter Market is segmented based on regional analysis into five major regions: North America, Latin America, Europe, Asia Pacific and the Middle East and Africa. Owing to the growing number of cat owners in the United States and Canada, North America dominates the cat litter market. Due to rising disposable income and increased demand for kitty litter products, the Asia-Pacific region is predicted to develop at the fastest rate. Individual market affecting factors and changes in policy in the domestic market are also discussed in the regional portion of the cat litter market study, which has an impact on the market's current and future trends. The research also considers the presence and availability of global brands, as well as the obstacles they face due to big or limited competition from local and domestic brand names, the influence of domestic tariffs, and trade channels.
The pandemic of COVID-19 has had a significant impact on consumer purchasing decisions. The demand for home care and healthcare supplies has increased. During the epidemic, the demand for pet and personal hygiene products increased dramatically.
Report Attribute |
Details |
Market size value in 2021 |
USD 5.5 billion |
Revenue forecast in 2031 |
USD 9.4 billion |
Growth Rate |
CAGR of 5.5% from 2021 to 2031 |
Base year for estimation |
2020 |
Quantitative units |
Revenue in USD million and CAGR from 2021 to 2031 |
Report coverage |
Revenue forecast, company ranking, competitive landscape, growth factors, and trends |
Segments covered |
Product Type, Raw Material, Distribution Channel, and Region |
Regional scope |
North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, Middle East & Africa (MEA) |
Key companies profiled |
The Clorox Company, Nestlé S.A., Oil-Dri Corporation of America, Church & Dwight Co., Inc., Pettex Ltd., Dr. Elsey’s, Eco-Shell, Inc., H. von Gimborn GmbH, Kent Corp., Intersand, Sinchem Silica Gel Co., Ltd., Weihai Pearl Silica Gel Co., Ltd., Cereria Ronca Srl, and Silgan Holdings, Inc. |
Global Cat Litter Market size was estimated at USD 5.5 billion in 2021 and is expected to reach USD 9.4 billion in 2031.
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The clumping segment accounted for the largest Global Cat Litter Market share.
Key players in the Global Cat Litter Market include The Clorox Company, Nestlé S.A., Oil-Dri Corporation of America, Church & Dwight Co., Inc., Pettex Ltd., Dr. Elsey’s, Eco-Shell, Inc., H. von Gimborn GmbH, Kent Corp., Intersand, Sinchem Silica Gel Co., Ltd., Weihai Pearl Silica Gel Co., Ltd., Cereria Ronca Srl, and Silgan Holdings, Inc.
The rising number of cat owners is the major factor accelerating the growth of the cat litter market along with the introduction of different types of effective products, the rising cat population.
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