Super Absorbent Polymers Market Size, Share, Trends, Industry Analysis Report: By Type (Sodium Polyacrylate, Polyacrylate/Polyacrylamide, and Copolymers), Application, and Region (North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and Middle East & Africa) – Market Forecast, 2025–2034
- Published Date:Jan-2025
- Pages: 119
- Format: PDF
- Report ID: PM1289
- Base Year: 2024
- Historical Data: 2020-2023
Super Absorbent Polymers Market Overview
The global super absorbent polymers market size was valued at USD 10.59 billion in 2024. The market is projected to grow from USD 11.28 billion in 2025 to USD 20.08 billion by 2034. It is projected to exhibit a CAGR of 6.6% from 2025 to 2034.
Super absorbent polymers are materials that can absorb and retain significant amounts of water. These polymers can absorb hundreds of times their weight in aqueous solutions. They are mainly used in hygiene products, agriculture, construction, and civil engineering applications.
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The rising demand for baby diapers, and female hygiene and adult incontinence products due to increased awareness about hygiene primarily drives the super absorbent polymers market growth. The increasing geriatric population and rising prevalence of conditions such as Crohn's disease and inflammatory bowel disease further drive the demand for super absorbent polymers.
Increasing partnerships between governments and manufacturers worldwide for prioritizing the development of incontinence products is one of the major absorbent polymers market trends anticipated to fuel the adoption of super absorbent polymers in the coming years. Rising investments in the development of super absorbent polymers made from renewable resources are projected to provide significant market opportunities during the forecast period.
Super Absorbent Polymers Market Dynamics
Rising Applications in Healthcare
Super absorbent polymers are extensively used in the development of several medical and healthcare products. They are used in surgical sponges, wound dressings, drapes, and cover clothes to absorb and control fluids. Also, super absorbent polymers find applications in drug administration and tissue engineering. The rising healthcare expenditure, advancements in medical therapeutics, and growing geriatric population worldwide contribute to the demand for super absorbent polymers. Therefore, the healthcare industry is a key driver of the super absorbent polymers market expansion.
Growing Demand for Sustainable Solutions
The rising emphasis on sustainability is another major factor fueling the super absorbent polymer market development. With rising awareness about environmental issues and climate change, there is increased demand for eco-friendly super absorbent polymers that minimize environmental impact. Market participants are catering to this demand by providing bio-based super absorbent polymers made from natural polymers, such as cellulose, soy protein, and starch.
Super Absorbent Polymers Market Segment Insights
Super Absorbent Polymers Market Outlook by Type Insights
The super absorbent polymers market, based on type, is segmented into sodium polyacrylate, polyacrylate/polyacrylamide copolymers, and others. The sodium polyacrylate segment held the largest revenue share of 21% in 2024. Sodium polyacrylate super absorbent polymers are known for their good gel strength and high absorption capacity. Their strong wetness resistance enhances the effectiveness of personal hygiene products such as paper pads, pet pads, and sanitary towels. Also, they find applications as binding agents, coatings, and emulsion stabilizers in diverse industries, including electrical goods, consumer electronics, and industrial items. Thus, the numerous applications of these polymers contribute to the dominance of the segment in the super absorbent polymers market revenue.
Super Absorbent Polymers Market Assessment by Application Insights
The super absorbent polymers market, based on application, is segmented into personal hygiene, agriculture, medical, industrial, and others. The personal hygiene segment accounted for the largest revenue share of 68% in 2024. The increased emphasis on personal hygiene is the primary factor driving the expansion of the segment. Further, rising incidences of adult incontinence and increased demand for female hygiene products support the dominance of the personal hygiene segment.
Super Absorbent Polymers Market Regional Analysis
By region, the market report offers super absorbent polymers market insights into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and the Middle East & Africa. Asia Pacific dominated the market with the largest revenue share of 41% in 2024. The regional market growth is primarily fueled by increased demand from emerging nations such as India and China. In addition, rising disposable income, a growing geriatric population, and increasing awareness about baby health fuel the adoption of super absorbent polymers in the region.
The Europe super absorbent polymers market is projected to grow during the forecast period, owing to increased awareness about personal care and overall well-being. Further, changing lifestyles and the booming e-commerce sector are expected to support market advancement in the region.
Super Absorbent Polymers Market – Key Players and Competitive Insights
The super absorbent polymers market is characterized by intense competition, driven by factors such as innovative product offerings, technological advancements, mergers and acquisitions, and other strategic partnerships. Key players in the market strive to differentiate themselves in terms of pricing, quality, offering, and customer service. Also, they are making significant investments in R&D initiatives and focusing on strategic initiatives such as partnerships, collaborations, and mergers and acquisitions to introduce new super absorbent polymers that cater to diverse consumer needs.
Several market participants are prioritizing the development of sustainable and eco-friendly super absorbent polymers that comply with stringent government regulations. The super absorbent polymers market research report offers a market assessment of all the leading players, including BASF (Germany); Nippon Shokubai (Japan); Evonik (Germany); LG Chem (South Korea); Sumitomo (Japan); SDP Global (Japan); Formosa (Taiwan); Satellite Science & Technology Co., Ltd. (China); Yixing Danson (China); and Kao Corporation (Japan).
List of Key Companies in Super Absorbent Polymers Market
- BASF (Germany)
- Nippon Shokubai (Japan)
- Evonik (Germany)
- LG Chem (South Korea)
- Sumitomo (Japan)
- SDP Global (Japan)
- Formosa (Taiwan)
- Satellite Science & Technology Co., Ltd. (China)
- Yixing Danson (China)
- Kao Corporation (Japan)
Super Absorbent Polymers Industry Developments
July 2024: Nippon Shokubai revealed that it had approved its investment plan in Indonesia. According to the company, the new plan involves the construction of a new superabsorbent polymers plant with a capacity of 50,000 metric tons per year.
February 2023: Nippon Shokubai announced that it received the ISCC PLUS Certification for several products, including super absorbent polymers. The company stated that the certification will allow it to produce and market certified super absorbent polymers using biomass as a raw material.
Super Absorbent Polymers Market Segmentation
By Type Outlook
- Sodium Polyacrylate
- Polyacrylate/Polyacrylamide Copolymers
- Others
By Application Outlook
- Personal Hygiene
- Adult Incontinence Products
- Female Hygiene Products
- Baby Diapers
- Agriculture
- Medical
- Industrial
- Others
By Regional Outlook
- North America
- US
- Canada
- Europe
- Germany
- France
- UK
- Italy
- Spain
- Netherlands
- Russia
- Rest of Europe
- Asia Pacific
- China
- Japan
- India
- Malaysia
- South Korea
- Indonesia
- Australia
- Rest of Asia Pacific
- Middle East & Africa
- Saudi Arabia
- UAE
- Israel
- South Africa
- Rest of the Middle East & Africa
- Latin America
- Mexico
- Brazil
- Argentina
- Rest of Latin America
Super Absorbent Polymers Market Report Scope
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Report Attributes |
Details |
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Market Size Value in 2024 |
USD 10.59 billion |
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Market Size Value in 2025 |
USD 11.28 billion |
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Revenue Forecast by 2034 |
USD 20.08 billion |
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CAGR |
6.6% from 2025 to 2034 |
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Base Year |
2024 |
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Historical Data |
2020–2023 |
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Forecast Period |
2025–2034 |
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Quantitative Units |
Revenue in USD billion and CAGR from 2025 to 2034 |
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Report Coverage |
Revenue Forecast, Market Competitive Landscape, Growth Factors, and Trends |
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Segments Covered |
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Regional Scope |
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Competitive Landscape |
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Report Format |
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Customization |
Report customization as per your requirements with respect to countries, regions, and segmentation. |
FAQ's
The market size was valued at USD 10.59 billion in 2024 and is projected to grow to USD 20.08 billion by 2034.
The market is projected to register a CAGR of 6.6% from 2025 to 2034.
Asia Pacific accounted for the largest region-wise market size in 2024.
A few of the key players in the market are BASF (Germany); Nippon Shokubai (Japan); Evonik (Germany); LG Chem (South Korea); Sumitomo (Japan); SDP Global (Japan); Formosa (Taiwan); Satellite Science & Technology Co., Ltd. (China); Yixing Danson (China); and Kao Corporation (Japan).
The sodium polyacrylate segment witnessed the largest revenue share in 2024.
The personal hygiene segment accounted for the largest revenue share in 2024.
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