Pyrethrum
Pyrethrum, commonly known as the insecticidal chrysanthemum, is a perennial herbaceous plant belonging to the Asteraceae family. Native to the Balkan Peninsula and the Caucasus region, it is now widely cultivated in cool, high-altitude areas around the world, with major planting bases in Australia, Tanzania, and Yunnan Province of China.
The plant typically grows 30-100 cm tall, with pinnately divided leaves and daisy-like flower heads—petals are usually white, pink, or red, surrounding yellow central tubular flowers. Its core value lies in the pyrethrins contained in its flowers, a natural insecticidal compound that acts on insects’ nervous systems, featuring quick knockdown effects, broad-spectrum pest control, low toxicity to humans, animals, and the environment, and easy biodegradation under light.
Widely used in organic agriculture, household pest control, animal health, and personal care products, pyrethrum is a key raw material for natural insecticides, favored for its eco-friendly properties. The global pyrethrum market is growing steadily, driven by the rising demand for low-toxic, natural pest control solutions.
Pyrethrum Industry Information (Latest 2025–2026)
1. Market Size & Growth
Global market value: ~USD 291.5 million (2024); projected USD 750 million (2026), USD 1.0–1.36 billion by 2035
CAGR: 5.6–9.9% (2025–2034)
China market (2025):
Natural pyrethrins: RMB 720 million
Total pyrethroids (synthetic + natural): RMB 6.63 billion
Global production (2025): ~3,986 tonnes; average price USD 73,000/tonne
2. Key Producers & Regions
Global supply share:
Asia–Pacific: 58% (led by China – Yunnan)
Europe: 18%
North America: 15%
Africa: 9% (Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania)
Top growers:
Australia (Tasmania): Botanical Resources Australia (BRA)
Africa: Horizon Sopyrwa (Rwanda), Pyrethrum Board of Kenya
China: Yunnan (largest domestic base), Guizhou, Sichuan
3. Major Applications
Organic agriculture (36% of botanical insecticides)
Household insecticides (sprays, mosquito coils)
Animal health (pet flea/tick treatments)
Public health (mosquito control in 45+ countries)
Personal care (lice shampoos, insect repellents)
4. Technology & Innovation Trends
High-purity extraction: 90–95% pyrethrin content
Nano–encapsulation: improves efficacy by 41%
Controlled–release formulations: extends outdoor persistence by 26%
Bio–based blends (pyrethrins + neem): 31% higher pest resistance
Odorless/ultra–low dose products: 58% adoption in urban markets
5. Key Market Drivers
Regulatory bans: EU/US restricting synthetic pesticides
Organic farming expansion
Eco–consumer demand
Low mammalian toxicity + fast biodegradation
6. Challenges
Supply volatility: weather, labor shortages
High production costs
Competition from synthetic pyrethroids (USD 3.9–7.2 billion market)
Strict quality/export standards
7. Leading Global Companies
Botanical Resources Australia (BRA)
Horizon Sopyrwa (Rwanda)
Pyrethrum Board of Kenya
KAPI Limited
MGK Company
Sumitomo Chemical
Zhejiang Rayfull Chemicals (China)
8. China Industry Status
Yunnan is the national center
Global supply gap: ~30%
Farm economics:
Dry flower price: RMB 80–150/kg
Net profit: RMB 5,000–9,000/mu/year
Harvest: 3–4 years per planting
Post time:2026-05-11
