Zinc Dialkyldithiophosphates Additive Market Research Report Information by Product (primary alkyl zinc dialkyldithiophosphates and Secondary Alkyl Zinc Dialkyldithiophosphates) by end use (automotive, industrial) – Forecast till 2030

Zinc Dialkyldithiophosphates Additive Market Synopsis:

Zinc Dialkyldithiophosphates Additive Market also known as ZDDP additive, is a class of coordination compounds that contains zinc bound to dialkyldithiophosphoric acid. ZDDP additives are soluble in non-polar solvents, minerals, and synthetic oils.  These additives are extensively used in the automobile industry as corrosion inhibitors, antioxidants, and anti-wear additives in hydraulic oils, motor oils, and greases. Zinc dialkyldithiophosphates additive provides enhanced protection to lifter bores, rod bearings, main bearings, and camshaft lobes among others. The increasing demand for additives to increase the shelf life of engines along with the need for reduction in emissions is expected to affect the growth of the global ZDDP additive market positively. The growing number of vehicles across  the globe is the major factor driving the zinc dialkyldithiophosphates additive market. Moreover, growing purchasing power in the developing economies is expected to contribute considerably to the growth of the zinc dialkyldithiophosphates additive market. Moreover, stringent government regulation to check the emissions from vehicles across the globe is further augmenting the demand for zinc dialkyldithiophosphates additives. However, the growing demand for electric vehicles is a major downside to the growth of the market.

Among the various end-use industries in the zinc dialkyldithiophosphates additive market, the automobile constitutes the major market share and is expected show the same trend during the review period.  The growing applications as lubricants, greases, antioxidants, corrosion inhibitors, and others are anticipated to contribute to the growth of the market substantially.

Segmental Analysis

The global zinc dialkyldithiophosphates additive market is segmented into product type, application end-use industry, and region. On the basis of the product type, the market is segregated into primary alkyl zinc dialkyldithiophosphates and secondary alkyl zinc dialkyldithiophosphates. On the basis of the application, the global market is segmented into anti-wear additives, corrosion inhibitors, antioxidants and others. On the basis of the end-user industry, the market is segmented into automotive and industrial. The market by region is further segmented into Asia Pacific, North America, Europe, Latin America, and the Middle East and Africa.

Key Players

• Afton Chemical (U.S.)


• Chevron Oronite Company LLC (U.S.)


• Infineum International Limited (Singapore)


• Chevron Corporation (U.S.)


• AMSOIL INC (U.S.)


• The Lubrizol Corporation (U.S.)


• Prasol Chemicals Pvt. Ltd (India)


• Camguard (U.S.)


• BASF SE (Germany).

The Global Zinc Dialkyldithiophosphates Additive Market Share by the End-User Industry

Source: MRFR analysis

Regional Analysis 

The zinc dialkyldithiophosphates additive market is segmented into five regions: Europe, Latin America, Asia Pacific, North America, and the Middle East & Africa. Among these, Asia Pacific is expected to be the fastest growing region with an expanding CAGR. The increasing personal disposable income has augmented the demand for automobiles in the region, which is substantially contributing to the growth of the market. According to The Organisation Internationale des Constructeurs d'Automobiles (OICA) the passenger car sales in India was 2,966,637 in 2016, and it grew to 3,227,70 by the end of 2017 approximately.  Moreover, the growing number of vehicles coupled with the adoption of stringent vehicle emission standards is also expected to add to the market growth.

North America is a major market of zinc dialkyldithiophosphate and is anticipated to show a moderate CAGR during the forecast period. The presence of major automobile manufacturers namely General Motors, Fiat Chrysler, and Ford, have further augmented the overall demand for zinc dialkyldithiophosphates additive from the automobile industry. Moreover, the presence of stringent regulations mainly in the U.S. and Canada is also anticipated to surge the overall demand for the product.

The European market is another matured region closely followed by the American market. The presence of the implementation of emission standards such as Euro 5 and Euro 6 is expected to substantially add to the growth of the zinc dialkyldithiophosphates additive market in the region. Moreover, the growing automobile production is a major factor driving the demand for ZDDP additives in the region. According to the European Automobile Manufacturers Association , Europe constituted 23% of the world’s automobile production in 2016.

Geographical Analysis

The report covers brief analysis of the major geographic regions namely Asia Pacific, Europe, North America, Latin America, and the Middle East & Africa.Recent DevelopmentApr 2021 - Rislone, has upgraded its Engine Oil Supplement with zinc treatment by incorporating the best of Hy-per Lube Zinc Replacement Additive to create an even stronger engine-protecting formula. New Rislone Hy-per Lube Zinc ZDDP Supplement protects against friction and wear in various vehicles, including antique and classic cars, motorcycles, trucks, hot rods, daily drivers, and race cars, with gasoline or diesel powertrains. Rislone Hy-per Lube Zinc ZDDP Supplement is a petroleum oil performance “booster” that combines ZDDP (zinc dialkyl dithiophosphate), phosphorous extreme pressure agents, and mixed esters to enhance regular motor oil and turn it into a high-performance lubricant that protects internal engine components, including flat tappet camshafts, lifters, pistons, pushrod tips and the remainder of the valvetrain in older engines and racing applications. Modern oil no longer includes the level of ZDDP these engines need.

Intended Audience

• Zinc dialkyldithiophosphates additive  market manufacturers


• Traders and distributors of zinc dialkyldithiophosphates additive market


• Production process industries


• Potential investors


• Raw material suppliers


• Nationalized laboratory