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Global Mothballs Market Size, Share & Demand Report By Type (Chemical-Based, Bio-Based/Herbal, Multi-Functional), By End-User (Household, Hotels & Resorts, Museums & Heritage Homes, Industrial & Textile Storage Facilities), By Distribution Channel (Online Retail, Specialty Stores, Department Stores, Direct-to-Consumer, Wholesale) By Region & Segment Forecasts, 2025-2030

Report Code: RI331PUB
Last Updated : September, 2025
Author : Anna Morgan

Mothballs Market Size

According to Deep Market Insights, the global mothballs market size was valued at USD 1.1 billion in 2024 and is projected to grow from USD 1.2 billion in 2025 to USD 1.8 billion by 2030, registering a CAGR of 7.4% during the forecast period (2025-2030). Growth is driven by rising premium textile ownership, increasing institutional use for textile preservation, and the emerging adoption of bio-based and multi-functional mothball alternatives.

Key Market Insights

  • Traditional naphthalene and paradichlorobenzene mothballs dominate the market, though demand for bio-based alternatives is rising rapidly.
  • Asia-Pacific represents the fastest-growing region, while North America remains the largest market due to mature household storage practices.
  • Integration with smart storage solutions is creating niche subcategories targeting IoT-enabled wardrobes and humidity-controlled closets.
  • Institutional demand from hotels, museums, and heritage homes is increasing, boosting volumes for premium and long-lasting mothballs.
  • E-commerce and DTC sales channels are gaining momentum, particularly for region-specific and climate-adapted formulations.

Market Size and Forecast

  • 2024: USD 1.1 billion
  • 2030: USD 1.8 billion
  • CAGR: 7.4% (2025-2030)
  • North America: Largest Market
  • Asia-Pacific: Fastest Growing Market
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Latest Market Trends

  • Bio-based mothballs: Essential oil and plant-derived formulations are gaining traction, offering safe, eco-friendly alternatives to traditional chemical mothballs.
  • Smart storage integration: Mothballs packaged with humidity sensors or pest-detecting closets are emerging for premium homes and hotels.

Mothballs Market Drivers

  • Rising textile ownership and premium garment storage: Increasing consumer investment in woolens, luxury fabrics, and seasonal wardrobes is driving mothball adoption as preservation products.
  • Institutional use in hospitality and heritage preservation: Hotels, resorts, museums, and heritage homes are adopting mothballs for long-term textile protection, creating a stable demand segment.

Market Restraints

  • Regulatory scrutiny on toxic compounds: Governments are imposing strict limits on naphthalene and paradichlorobenzene use due to indoor air quality and health concerns.
  • Preference for multi-functional pest solutions: Consumers are shifting toward herbal repellents, scented sachets, and cedar blocks that provide dual-purpose functionality, reducing reliance on traditional mothballs.

Mothballs Market Opportunities

  • Customizable scent and function mothballs: Mothballs that combine fragrance, multi-pest protection, or humidity regulation are emerging as premium options for households and boutique hotels.
  • Direct-to-consumer e-commerce expansion: Region-specific formulations for different climates, sold online, allow niche targeting of urban premium households in emerging markets.

Segmental Insights

  • By Type: Chemical-based mothballs dominate the market, but bio-based and herbal mothballs are rapidly gaining traction.
  • By End-User: Household usage remains dominant, while institutional buyers like hotels and museums are a growing segment.
  • By Distribution Channel: E-commerce and DTC channels are the fastest-growing, supported by climate-specific and customizable offerings. Specialty stores remain important for traditional bulk purchases.
By Type By End-User By Distribution Channel
  • Chemical-Based Mothballs (Naphthalene, Paradichlorobenzene)
  • Bio-Based/Herbal Mothballs (Camphor, Neem, Essential Oil-Based)
  • Multi-Functional Mothballs (Fragrance, Humidity Control, Multi-Pest Protection)
  • Household
  • Hotels & Resorts
  • Museums & Heritage Homes
  • Industrial & Textile Storage Facilities
  • Online Retail / E-Commerce
  • Specialty Stores
  • Department Stores
  • Direct-to-Consumer (DTC)
  • Wholesale / Bulk Supply

Regional Insights

  • North America: Largest market, driven by high household textile ownership and mature retail channels.
  • Europe: Growing demand due to eco-friendly products and heritage property maintenance.
  • Asia-Pacific: Fastest-growing region, led by China, India, and Japan, fueled by rising middle-class textile ownership and hospitality expansion.
  • Latin America: Brazil and Mexico show increasing household and hotel adoption of mothballs.
  • Middle East & Africa: UAE and South Africa are emerging markets, driven by premium hotels and luxury textile care awareness.
North America Europe APAC Middle East and Africa LATAM
  1. U.S.
  2. Canada
  1. U.K.
  2. Germany
  3. France
  4. Spain
  5. Italy
  6. Russia
  7. Nordic
  8. Benelux
  9. Rest of Europe
  1. China
  2. Korea
  3. Japan
  4. India
  5. Australia
  6. Singapore
  7. Taiwan
  8. South East Asia
  9. Rest of Asia-Pacific
  1. UAE
  2. Turky
  3. Saudi Arabia
  4. South Africa
  5. Egypt
  6. Nigeria
  7. Rest of MEA
  1. Brazil
  2. Mexico
  3. Argentina
  4. Chile
  5. Colombia
  6. Rest of LATAM
Note: The above countries are part of our standard off-the-shelf report, we can add countries of your interest
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Leading Companies in the Mothballs Industry

  1. SC Johnson & Son, Inc.
  2. 3M Company
  3. Godrej Consumer Products Limited
  4. H.I. Industries
  5. Reckitt Benckiser Group plc
  6. Nippon Paint Holdings Co., Ltd.
  7. Grupo Boticário
  8. Henkel AG & Co. KGaA
  9. Essity AB
  10. P&G (Procter & Gamble)

Latest Developments

  • March 2025: SC Johnson launched a plant-based mothball line targeting premium household textile storage.
  • April 2025: 3M introduced smart storage kits bundled with humidity sensors and eco-friendly mothballs.
  • June 2025: Godrej Consumer Products rolled out customizable scented mothballs for hotels and boutique properties, supporting multi-functional pest protection.

Frequently Asked Questions

How big is the mothballs market?
According to Deep Market Insights, the global mothballs market size was valued at USD 1.1 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 1.8 billion by 2030, expanding at a CAGR of 7.4% during 2025-2030.
Customizable scent and multi-functional mothballs, as well as region-specific bio-based formulations sold via e-commerce, represent the key opportunities in the market.
SC Johnson & Son, 3M Company, Godrej Consumer Products, H.I. Industries, Reckitt Benckiser, Nippon Paint Holdings, Grupo Boticário, Henkel AG, Essity AB, and Procter & Gamble are the leading players in the mothballs market.
Rising household textile ownership, institutional adoption in hotels and museums, and increasing awareness of eco-friendly bio-based mothballs are the key growth drivers.
The market report is segmented as follows: By Type, By End-User, By Distribution Channel.