Fatty acids find their applications in the manufacturing of cosmetics, detergents, rubber, textiles, soaps and others. The growth in the global fatty acids market is driven by the awareness among people about the medicinal and health benefits of fatty acids. Moreover, the demand for soaps, detergents, and household and personal care products across the globe is helping the fatty acids market to sustain the growth owing to applications in these sectors. However, fluctuating prices of raw materials is one of the major restraints in the global fatty acids market.