Global Super Absorbent Polymers Market Expected to Reach USD 23.7 Billion by 2033, Asia Pacific led with 40.5% Market Share in 2024 - IMARC Group

February 04, 2025 | Chemical & Materials

Global Super Absorbent Polymers Market Statistics, Outlook and Regional Analysis 2025-2033

The global super absorbent polymers market size was valued at USD 11.5 Billion in 2024, and it is expected to reach USD 23.7 Billion by 2033, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 9.43% from 2025 to 2033.

Global Super Absorbent Polymers Market

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The global super absorbent polymers (SAP) market is experiencing significant growth due to the escalating need for advanced hygiene products in developing regions. In addition to this, the rising disposable incomes are fueling the demand for baby diapers, adult incontinence products, and feminine hygiene products, thus aiding the market growth. According to World Health Organization (WHO), iInvesting in hand hygiene prevents disease and yields economic returns, saving approximately US$16.5 in healthcare costs for every US$1 spent in healthcare settings. Moreover, the unique capacity of SAPs to absorb and retain large quantities of liquid makes them essential in manufacturing these products, contributing to the market expansion. Furthermore, the expansion of the agriculture industry is adopting SAPs for water management in arid regions, as these polymers can enhance soil moisture retention and improve crop yields under challenging climatic conditions, impelling the market growth. Besides this, the construction industry is leveraging SAPs in cement and concrete formulations to mitigate cracking and enhance durability, which is crucial as global infrastructure projects continue to rise, thus providing an impetus to the market.

Concurrently, the growing emphasis on sustainable practices is driving the innovation in bio-based SAPs, as it aligns with environmental regulations and consumer preferences for eco-friendly materials. For example, ZymoChem introduced BAYSE™, a bio-based SAP with outstanding physical properties and biodegradability that can help reduce the environmental burden of hygiene products beyond 2030. In line with this, the healthcare sector is contributing to market expansion, as SAPs are increasingly used in medical applications, including wound care products. They provide moisture-retention properties and expedite the healing processes, further boosting the market demand. Moreover, the packaging industry utilizes SAPs for food preservation and spill control, expanding their application base and fostering the market growth. Additionally, ongoing technological advancements and strong investments in research and development (R&D) are enabling the production of higher-performance SAPs, aiding the market expansion. Furthermore, regulatory policies promoting water conservation and waste reduction are supporting the adoption of SAPs in various industries, particularly in agriculture and sanitation projects. Apart from this, rapid urbanization and the growing geriatric population in several regions, amplify the demand for products reliant on SAPs, such as adult diapers and medical dressings, thereby propelling the market forward.

Global Super Absorbent Polymers Market Statistics, By Region

The market research report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of all the major regional markets, which include North America (the United States and Canada); Europe (Germany, France, the United Kingdom, Italy, Spain, Russia, and others); Asia-Pacific (China, Japan, India, South Korea, Australia, Indonesia, and others); Latin America (Brazil, Mexico, and others); and the Middle East and Africa. According to the report, Asia Pacific accounted for the largest market share on account of growing population, rapid urbanization, increasing hygiene awareness, and expanding agriculture sector.

North America Super Absorbent Polymers Market Trends:

In North America, the demand for SAP is significantly fueled by the expansion of healthcare industry, and its application to products such as wound care and surgical pads. Also, the increasing customer base for environmentally friendly packaging to solve sustainability issues of water deficit in arid and drought-susceptible regions is supporting in the market expansion.

Asia-Pacific Super Absorbent Polymers Market Trends:

The demand for SAP in Asia Pacific is surging because of their extensive usage in rail construction and maintenance industries, as it holds and stabilizes the soil and control water. SAPs are used to reduce track deformation due to moisture to increase safety and efficiency in rail transport. Moreover, there is a rising integration of SAP in the aspect of erosion control during rail infrastructure development in difficult terrains. Furthermore, they are used in sealing and drainage system in tunnels and underground railway construction with regard to water ingress. Besides this, these polymers are useful in the sustainable efforts in railway projects through the conservation of water and reduction of maintenance costs. According to a survey by International Data Corporation (IDC), 78% of enterprises, in Asia Pacific and Japan, use SAP for their businesses, and functionality areas such as enterprise resource planning (ERP), finance, human resource (HR), and supply chain. This widespread adoption further supports the expanding role of SAP across various industries in the region, thus impelling the market growth.

Europe Super Absorbent Polymers Market Trends:

In Europe, the demand for SAP is primarily driven by legislation that has encouraged bio-based SAP materials and personal care and hygiene products for the increasing aged population. Additionally, the incorporation of the product in innovative horticultural innovations for water conservation and soil management is strengthening the market share.

Latin America Super Absorbent Polymers Market Trends:

The demand for SAP in Latin America is increasing, due to its growing use of in agriculture to address issues of water scarcity and to improve crop yields. Moreover, the rising consciousness of cleanliness along with the increased size of the middle-class population is promoting the consumption of hygiene products, fostering the market growth.

Middle East and Africa Super Absorbent Polymers Market Trends:

In the Middle East and Africa, the demand for SAP is driven by their expanding use in water management systems due to severe water scarcity. Furthermore, the rising demand for affordable hygiene and medical products along with, growth in healthcare structures in the urban and rural sectors is catalyzing the market demand.

Top Companies Leading in the Super Absorbent Polymers Industry

Some of the leading super absorbent polymers market companies include BASF, Evonik Industries, Formosa Plastics Group, Kao Corporation, LG Chem Ltd., Nippon Shokubai, Satellite Science and Technology Co. Ltd., SDP Global Co. Ltd., Sumitomo Seika Chemicals Company Ltd., and Yixing Danson Technology Ltd., among many others.

In October 2024, BASF finalized a $19.2 million expansion at its Freeport, Texas plant to increase SAP production rates and process capabilities to support the hygiene market in North America.
In May 2024, Nippon Shokubai Indonesia introduced ISCC PLUS biomass-derived superabsorbent polymers and acrylics and Halal certified to meet sustainability and compliance demand.

Global Super Absorbent Polymers Market Segmentation Coverage

On the basis of the type, the market has been categorized into sodium polyacrylate, polyacrylate/polyacrylamide copolymer, and others, wherein sodium polyacrylate represents the leading segment due to its excellent absorbent performance. Its availability, affordable and superior performance to store large volumes of liquid make is a preferred choice in different fields of use such as the hygienic and health sectors, which is boosting the market demand.
Based on the application, the market is classified into personal hygiene, agriculture, medical, industrial, and others, amongst which personal hygiene dominates the market owing to the increasing requirement for categories specifically baby diapers, adult care products, and feminine care products. Also, the rising awareness about hygiene standards among the growing population in the developing world is spurring the market demand.
On the basis of the production method, the market has been divided into suspension polymerization, solution polymerization, and gel polymerization. Among these, gel polymerization accounts for the majority of the market share because it synthesizes SAPs with high absorption capacity and good durability. Its applications in polymer production for diverse purposes, such as personal care and agriculture is propelling the market forward.

Report Features	Details
Market Size in 2024	USD 11.5 Billion
Market Forecast in 2033	USD 23.7 Billion
Market Growth Rate 2025-2033	9.43%
Units	Billion USD
Scope of the Report	Exploration of Historical Trends and Market Outlook, Industry Catalysts and Challenges, Segment-Wise Historical and Future Market Assessment: Type Application Production Method Region
Types Covered	Sodium Polyacrylate, Polyacrylate/Polyacrylamide Copolymer, Others
Applications Covered	Personal Hygiene, Agriculture, Medical, Industrial, Others
Production Methods Covered	Suspension Polymerization, Solution, Polymerization, Gel Polymerization
Regions Covered	Asia Pacific, Europe, North America, Latin America, Middle East and Africa
Countries Covered	United States, Canada, Germany, France, United Kingdom, Italy, Spain, Russia, China, Japan, India, South Korea, Australia, Indonesia, Brazil, Mexico
Companies Covered	BASF, Evonik Industries, Formosa Plastics Group, Kao Corporation, LG Chem Ltd., Nippon Shokubai, Satellite Science and Technology Co. Ltd., SDP Global Co. Ltd., Sumitomo Seika Chemicals Company Ltd., Yixing Danson Technology Ltd., etc.
Customization Scope	10% Free Customization
Post-Sale Analyst Support	10-12 Weeks
Delivery Format	PDF and Excel through Email (We can also provide the editable version of the report in PPT/Word format on special request)

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