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Rodenticides Market

The market for Rodenticides was estimated at $6.2 billion in 2025; it is anticipated to increase to $8.2 billion by 2030, with projections indicating growth to around $10.9 billion by 2035.

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Author:Vineet Pandey - Business Consultant
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Global Rodenticides Market Outlook

Revenue, 2025

$6.2B

Forecast, 2035

$10.9B

CAGR, 2026 - 2035

5.8%

The Rodenticides industry revenue is expected to be around $6.2 billion in 2026 and expected to showcase growth with 5.8% CAGR between 2026 and 2035. This robust outlook positions Rodenticides as a critical pillar of global pest management, with demand underpinned by escalating rodent pressure in urban infrastructures, tightening food safety and biosecurity standards, and the imperative to safeguard stored grains and field crops from losses caused by rats and mice. Pest control companies and agriculture remain the dominant end-use segments in the rodenticide market, jointly accounting for 72.1% of total demand as they deploy targeted rodent control products to protect warehouses, food-processing facilities, livestock units, and crop protection zones. Within this landscape, anticoagulant rodenticides continue to command a leading share, with the anticoagulant nature segment generating $4.63 billion in sales in 2025, reflecting strong customer preference for proven, efficient, and cost-effective rodent control solutions that integrate smoothly into existing integrated pest management programs.

Rodenticides are specialized rodent control products formulated to eliminate or suppress populations of rats and mice, typically offered as baits, pellets, blocks, and liquid formulations that combine high palatability with controlled toxicity and, in many cases, delayed action to minimize bait shyness. The rodenticide market spans a wide range of applications, from professional pest control services tackling urban infestations in commercial and residential buildings to agricultural pest control operations focused on crop protection, grain storage, and livestock facilities, with product portfolios increasingly shifting from traditional active ingredients toward safer non-anticoagulant rodenticides, lower-dose anticoagulant rodenticides, and more sustainable pest control innovations that support regulatory compliance, resistance management, and long-term ecosystem stewardship.

Rodenticides market outlook with forecast trends, drivers, opportunities, supply chain, and competition 2025-2035
Rodenticides Market Outlook

Market Key Insights

  • The Rodenticides market is projected to grow from $6.2 billion in 2025 to $10.9 billion in 2035. This represents a CAGR of 5.8%, reflecting rising demand across Agriculture, Pest control companies, and Warehouses.

  • UPL, BASF SE, and Syngenta AG are among the leading players in this market, shaping its competitive landscape.

  • U.S. and Germany are the top markets within the Rodenticides market and are expected to observe the growth CAGR of 3.8% to 5.6% between 2025 and 2030.

  • Emerging markets including Brazil, India and South Africa are expected to observe highest growth with CAGR ranging between 6.7% to 8.0%.

  • Transition like Shift to Organic Rodenticides has greater influence in United States and Germany market's value chain; and is expected to add $208 million of additional value to Rodenticides industry revenue by 2030.

  • The Rodenticides market is set to add $4.7 billion between 2025 and 2035, with manufacturer targeting Pest control companies & Warehouses Application projected to gain a larger market share.

  • With

    increasing demand in agriculture sector, and

    Innovation and Technological Advancements, Rodenticides market to expand 76% between 2025 and 2035.

rodenticides market size with pie charts of major and emerging country share, CAGR, trends for 2025 and 2032
Rodenticides - Country Share Analysis

Opportunities in the Rodenticides

Stringent food safety regulations are also driving food processing plants, grain silos, and cold-chain warehouses to adopt more specialized Rodenticides and monitoring programs. Chemical rodenticides remain the dominant choice in these high-risk environments, with global revenue forecast to increase from $4.63 billion in 2025 to $5.99 billion by 2030 at a 5.3% CAGR. The fastest growth will come from indoor baiting systems and non-anticoagulant formulations that support public health protection, regulatory-compliant documentation, and reliable pest management in large-scale food handling and storage facilities.

Growth Opportunities in North America and Asia-Pacific

In North America, the Rodenticides market is primarily driven by stringent food safety regulations, heightened public health awareness, and high urbanization, making professional pest control companies the most influential end-use segment ahead of agriculture and warehouses; this environment favors premium rodent control solutions, including advanced anticoagulant rodenticides and non-anticoagulant chemistries positioned within integrated pest management programs and supported by digital monitoring for urban pest control. Competition is intense among multinational agrochemical producers and specialized regional formulators, with differentiation centered on proven efficacy, resistance management, and comprehensive regulatory compliance support for commercial and municipal contracts. Strategic opportunities include expanding contract-based offerings for food manufacturing, logistics, and retail chains, investing in low-secondary-toxicity and bio-based formulations to align with stricter environmental rules, and co-developing training and certification programs with pest control operators to lock in long-term product loyalty and value-added service bundles.
In Asia-Pacific, rapid expansion of cereal production, high post-harvest losses, and rising demand for secure grain storage position agriculture as the dominant end-use for Rodenticides, with warehouses and public-sector programs forming critical complementary segments focused on grain storage protection and peri-urban infrastructure. Market drivers include intensifying rodent pressure in tropical and subtropical climates, increasing investment in modern storage facilities, and government-backed initiatives to reduce food waste, which together create strong demand for weather-resistant, long-acting baits and fumigant-based rodent control solutions integrated into broader crop protection and livestock hygiene strategies. Competitive dynamics are highly fragmented, with local manufacturers competing aggressively on price and basic formulations, opening strategic opportunities for international and regional brands to introduce differentiated, higher-margin Rodenticides supported by stewardship programs, farmer education on safe handling, and integrated pest management packages that bundle rodent control with seed treatment and insect management. Targeted expansion through partnerships with ag-retail networks, co-operatives, and warehouse operators, combined with portfolio investment in lower-toxicity and bio-based formulations that anticipate tightening regulations, will enable stronger positioning across both smallholder and commercial farming segments.

Market Dynamics and Supply Chain

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Driver: Rising Urbanization and Increasing Rodent Borne Disease Incidence Worldwide

Rapid urbanization is also a major driver of the rodenticides market, as expanding cities create favorable environments for rodent populations. Dense housing, inadequate waste management, and aging infrastructure provide shelter and food sources for rats and mice. As urban areas grow, municipalities and property managers are also investing more in structured pest control programs. Simultaneously, the rising incidence of rodent borne diseases such as leptospirosis and hantavirus is also increasing public health concerns. Health authorities are also strengthening surveillance and sanitation regulations, prompting higher demand for effective rodent control solutions. This dual pressure from urban expansion and disease prevention is also encouraging adoption of advanced anticoagulant rodenticides and integrated pest management strategies, supporting sustained market growth across residential, commercial, and municipal sectors.
The rapid expansion of global warehousing and food logistics infrastructure is also significantly boosting demand for rodenticides. Growth in e commerce, cold storage facilities, and large scale food distribution centers increases the need for strict pest control measures to prevent product contamination and regulatory violations. Facility managers are also increasingly deploying tamper resistant bait stations and professional monitoring systems to maintain compliance with food safety standards. This trend strengthens recurring demand for high efficacy rodent control products across industrial and commercial environments.
02

Restraint: Stringent Regulatory Restrictions on Toxic Rodenticide Ingredients Affecting Product Availability

One key restraint for the rodenticides market is the increasing regulatory scrutiny and restrictions on toxic active ingredients. Many governments are tightening approval processes for anticoagulants such as brodifacoum and bromadiolone due to concerns over secondary poisoning of wildlife, pets, and environmental contamination. These restrictions force manufacturers to reformulate products or withdraw certain formulations, limiting available options. For example, some regions now require tamper resistant bait stations and lower concentration baits, which can reduce perceived effectiveness and increase costs. Regulatory compliance challenges slow product launches, reduce overall market revenue potential, and shift demand toward alternative pest control methods.
03

Opportunity: Biological rodenticides for sustainable grain and oilseed farming and Digital rodent control platforms for urban commercial properties

Surging demand for eco-friendly crop protection is opening a significant niche for Rodenticides tailored to organic and low-residue farming systems. Biological rodenticides are especially well positioned, with global revenue projected to rise from $1.58 billion in 2025 to $2.24 billion by 2030, reflecting a robust 7.21% CAGR. Growth will be strongest in cereal, grain, and oilseed applications within sustainable agriculture programs and integrated pest management schemes in Asia-Pacific and Latin America, where regulators, cooperatives, and premium food brands increasingly favor biological rodent control inputs.
Rapid urbanization and heightened expectations for hygiene in offices, retail complexes, and hospitality assets are creating an opportunity for smart Rodenticides-based service models. Facility managers increasingly demand data-driven urban pest control, integrating connected sensors with targeted chemical rodenticides and lower-toxicity biological options. The most dynamic growth will occur in outsourced service contracts across dense metropolitan business districts, where recurring rodent control programs bundled with analytics-ready bait stations enable predictive interventions, cost transparency, stronger tenant retention, and brand protection for commercial property owners.
04

Challenge: Growing Preference for Humane and Non-Chemical Rodent Control Options Reducing Demand

Another significant market challenge is the increasing demand for humane and non-chemical pest control solutions. Urban consumers, businesses, and public health programs are prioritizing traps, ultrasonic repellents, and exclusion techniques over traditional chemical rodenticides. This shift is driven by animal welfare concerns and awareness of environmental risks associated with toxic baits. As more apartment complexes, schools, and eco-focused facilities adopt non-toxic management strategies, the demand for conventional rodenticides is tempered, particularly in residential and sensitive zones. Reduced usage in these segments can slow revenue growth for traditional rodenticide producers.

Supply Chain Landscape

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Raw Materials

BASF SEUPL Limited
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Rodenticides Formulation

Syngenta AGLiphatechc Inc
3

Rodenticides Distribution

Neogen CorporationUPL Limited
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End Use Markets

Agricultural pest control productsUrban rodent control services
Rodenticides - Supply Chain

Use Cases of Rodenticides in Agriculture & Warehouses

Agriculture : Agriculture represents a major application segment for rodenticides, as rodents cause significant crop losses both in fields and storage areas. In this sector, anticoagulant rodenticides such as bromadiolone, brodifacoum, and difenacoum are widely used due to their high efficacy and delayed action, which reduces bait shyness. These products are commonly applied in bait stations along field perimeters, irrigation channels, and grain storage sites. Acute rodenticides like zinc phosphide are also used in specific field situations for rapid population control. Effective rodent management in agriculture protects crop yield, minimizes post harvest losses, and supports overall farm productivity and food security.
Pest control companies : Pest control companies form a key end user segment for rodenticides, providing professional rodent management services across residential, commercial, and industrial settings. These companies primarily use second generation anticoagulant rodenticides in tamper resistant bait stations to ensure controlled and safe application. Integrated pest management strategies are often combined with monitoring systems, trapping, and sanitation measures to improve long term control. Professional operators select formulations such as wax blocks, pellets, or soft baits based on infestation levels and environmental conditions. Their expertise ensures compliance with regulatory standards while delivering effective rodent elimination and reducing risks to non target species.
Warehouses : Warehouses and storage facilities rely heavily on rodenticides to protect stored goods from contamination and structural damage. Rodents in warehouses can destroy packaging, contaminate food products, and compromise supply chains. Anticoagulant rodenticides are most commonly used in secured bait stations placed along walls, entry points, and loading docks. In sensitive environments such as food storage warehouses, non toxic monitoring blocks may be deployed initially to assess rodent activity before introducing toxic baits. Regular inspection and rotation of bait formulations help maintain effectiveness and prevent resistance. Proper rodent control in warehouses safeguards inventory value, ensures regulatory compliance, and protects brand reputation.

Impact of Industry Transitions on the Rodenticides Market

As a core segment of the Agrochemicals industry, the Rodenticides market develops in line with broader industry shifts. Over recent years, transitions such as Shift to Organic Rodenticides and Rising Demand in Developing Countries have redefined priorities across the Agrochemicals sector, influencing how the Rodenticides market evolves in terms of demand, applications and competitive dynamics. These transitions highlight the structural changes shaping long-term growth opportunities.
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Shift to Organic Rodenticides

The accelerating shift from conventional Rodenticides toward organic rodenticides and other natural rodent control formulations is reshaping the global value chain, with the United States and Germany emerging as early beneficiaries. Driven by stricter regulatory compliance, wildlife protection mandates, and demand for eco-friendly rodent control in agriculture and urban pest control, this transition is expected to generate approximately $208 million in additional Rodenticides industry revenue by 2030. As green chemistry and integrated pest management standards become embedded across distribution and application channels, suppliers that invest in sustainable rodent management portfolios and agricultural biosecurity solutions are positioned to capture premium pricing, secure longer-term contracts, and mitigate regulatory and reputational risk relative to legacy anticoagulant products.
02

Rising Demand in Developing Countries

Rising demand in developing countries is significantly reshaping the rodenticides market as rapid urbanization and agricultural expansion increase rodent related challenges. Growing cities in Asia, Africa, and Latin America face higher waste generation and infrastructure gaps, creating favorable conditions for rodent infestations. This has led municipalities and pest control service providers to expand structured rodent management programs. At the same time, expanding grain production and storage facilities in these regions require stronger crop protection and warehouse sanitation measures. For example, large scale rice and maize storage projects are increasing procurement of anticoagulant bait products. This transition is also benefiting allied industries such as pest control services, agricultural supply distributors, and logistics companies supporting rural market penetration.