Amid the COVID-19 crisis, the global market for Superabsorbent Polymers estimated at 2.3 Million Metric Tons in the year 2020, is projected to reach a revised size of 3.2 Million Metric Tons by 2027, growing at a CAGR of 4.3% over the analysis period 2020-2027. Disposable Diapers, one of the segments analyzed in the report, is projected to record a 4.2% CAGR and reach 2.2 Million Metric Tons by the end of the analysis period. After an early analysis of the business implications of the pandemic and its induced economic crisis, growth in the Adult Incontinence Pads segment is readjusted to a revised 3.5% CAGR for the next 7-year period.
The U.S. Market is Estimated at 630.6 Thousand Metric Tons, While China is Forecast to Grow at 7.7% CAGR
The Superabsorbent Polymers market in the U.S. is estimated at 630.6 Thousand Metric Tons in the year 2020. China, the world`s second largest economy, is forecast to reach a projected market size of 683.7 Thousand Metric Tons by the year 2027 trailing a CAGR of 7.7% over the analysis period 2020 to 2027. Among the other noteworthy geographic markets are Japan and Canada, each forecast to grow at 1.4% and 3.3% respectively over the 2020-2027 period. Within Europe, Germany is forecast to grow at approximately 2.3% CAGR.
Feminine Hygiene Products Segment to Record 5.5% CAGR
In the global Feminine Hygiene Products segment, USA, Canada, Japan, China and Europe will drive the 4.9% CAGR estimated for this segment. These regional markets accounting for a combined market size of 177.1 Thousand Metric Tons in the year 2020 will reach a projected size of 247.3 Thousand Metric Tons by the close of the analysis period. China will remain among the fastest growing in this cluster of regional markets. Led by countries such as Australia, India, and South Korea, the market in Asia-Pacific is forecast to reach 451.8 Thousand Metric Tons by the year 2027, while Latin America will expand at a 6.6% CAGR through the analysis period. We bring years of research experience to this 18th edition of our report. The 159-page report presents concise insights into how the pandemic has impacted production and the buy side for 2020 and 2021. A short-term phased recovery by key geography is also addressed.
Competitors identified in this market include, among others:
- BASF SE
- Evonik Industries AG
- Formosa Plastics Corporation
- LG Chem Ltd.
- Nippon Shokubai Co. Ltd.
- Sanyo Chemical Industries Ltd.
- Songwon Industrial Co. Ltd.
- Sumitomo Seika Chemicals Company Limited
- Yixing Danson Technology
The global analysis and forecast periods covered within the report are 2020-2027 (Current & Future Analysis) and 2012-2019 (Historic Review). Research estimates are provided for 2020, while research projections cover the period 2021-2027.
I. INTRODUCTION, METHODOLOGY & REPORT SCOPE
II. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
1. MARKET OVERVIEW
Superabsorbent Polymers (SAPs): The Polymer with High Absorbency Capacity
Recent Market Activity
Exceptional Absorbency Properties Widen Application Range of SAP
Superabsorbent Polymers Market Holds Bright Outlook
Baby Disposable Diapers Segment Dominates SAP Consumption
Aging Population Fuels Need for SAP-based Hygiene Products
Rising Focus on Feminine Hygiene
Emerging Economies Continue to Spearhead Growth in the SAP Market
Developed Regions Hold Significant Share
Higher Adoption in Agriculture Sector
Sustainability Focus to Open New Avenues
Sodium Polyacrylate - The Major Category in SAP Market
Global Competitor Market Shares
Superabsorbent Polymers Competitor Market Share Scenario Worldwide (in %): 2020 & 2029
Impact of Covid-19 and a Looming Global Recession
2. FOCUS ON SELECT PLAYERS
BASF SE (Germany)
Evonik Industries AG (Germany)
Formosa Plastics Corporation (Taiwan)
LG Chem Ltd. (Korea)
Nippon Shokubai Co., Ltd. (Japan)
Quanzhou Banglida Technology Industry Co., Ltd (China)
Sanyo Chemical Industries, Ltd. (Japan)
Shandong Nuoer Biological Technology Co., Ltd. (China)
Songwon Industrial Co., Ltd. (Korea)
Sumitomo Seika Chemicals Company Limited (Japan)
Yixing Danson Technology (China)
3. MARKET TRENDS & DRIVERS
Biodegradable SAP Market - Hygiene & Agricultural Applications to Drive Growth
SNAP: the New Generation SAP
Cassava Pulp Waste to Yield Eco-Friendly SAP
Production Landscape of Superabsorbent Polymers: An Overview
Acrylic Acid Availability & Pricing Affects SAP Market
SAP Prices: Significant Influence of Raw Materials
4. GLOBAL MARKET PERSPECTIVE
TABLE 1: Superabsorbent Polymers Global Market Estimates and Forecasts in Metric Tons by Region/Country: 2020-2027
TABLE 2: Superabsorbent Polymers Global Retrospective Market Scenario in Metric Tons by Region/Country: 2012-2019
TABLE 3: Superabsorbent Polymers Market Share Shift across Key Geographies Worldwide: 2012 VS 2020 VS 2027
TABLE 4: Disposable Diapers (End-Use) Global Opportunity Assessment in Metric Tons by Region/Country: 2020-2027
TABLE 5: Disposable Diapers (End-Use) Historic Sales Analysis in Metric Tons by Region/Country: 2012-2019
TABLE 6: Disposable Diapers (End-Use) Percentage Share Breakdown of Global Sales by Region/Country: 2012 VS 2020 VS 2027
TABLE 7: Adult Incontinence Pads (End-Use) Worldwide Sales in Metric Tons by Region/Country: 2020-2027
TABLE 8: Adult Incontinence Pads (End-Use) Historic Demand Patterns in Metric Tons by Region/Country: 2012-2019
TABLE 9: Adult Incontinence Pads (End-Use) Market Share Shift across Key Geographies: 2012 VS 2020 VS 2027
TABLE 10: Feminine Hygiene Products (End-Use) Global Market Estimates & Forecasts in Metric Tons by Region/Country: 2020-2027
TABLE 11: Feminine Hygiene Products (End-Use) Retrospective Demand Analysis in Metric Tons by Region/Country: 2012-2019
TABLE 12: Feminine Hygiene Products (End-Use) Market Share Breakdown by Region/Country: 2012 VS 2020 VS 2027
TABLE 13: Other End-Uses (End-Use) Demand Potential Worldwide in Metric Tons by Region/Country: 2020-2027
TABLE 14: Other End-Uses (End-Use) Historic Sales Analysis in Metric Tons by Region/Country: 2012-2019
TABLE 15: Other End-Uses (End-Use) Share Breakdown Review by Region/Country: 2012 VS 2020 VS 2027
III. MARKET ANALYSIS
GEOGRAPHIC MARKET ANALYSIS
UNITED STATES
Market Facts & Figures
US Superabsorbent Polymers Market Share (in %) by Company: 2020 & 2025
Market Analytics
TABLE 16: United States Superabsorbent Polymers Latent Demand Forecasts in Metric Tons by End-Use: 2020 to 2027
TABLE 17: Superabsorbent Polymers Historic Demand Patterns in the United States by End-Use in Metric Tons for 2012-2019
TABLE 18: Superabsorbent Polymers Market Share Breakdown in the United States by End-Use: 2012 VS 2020 VS 2027
CANADA
TABLE 19: Canadian Superabsorbent Polymers Market Quantitative Demand Analysis in Metric Tons by End-Use: 2020 to 2027
TABLE 20: Superabsorbent Polymers Market in Canada: Summarization of Historic Demand Patterns in Metric Tons by End-Use for 2012-2019
TABLE 21: Canadian Superabsorbent Polymers Market Share Analysis by End-Use: 2012 VS 2020 VS 2027
JAPAN
TABLE 22: Japanese Demand Estimates and Forecasts for Superabsorbent Polymers in Metric Tons by End-Use: 2020 to 2027
TABLE 23: Japanese Superabsorbent Polymers Market in Metric Tons by End-Use: 2012-2019
TABLE 24: Superabsorbent Polymers Market Share Shift in Japan by End-Use: 2012 VS 2020 VS 2027
CHINA
TABLE 25: Chinese Demand for Superabsorbent Polymers in Metric Tons by End-Use: 2020 to 2027
TABLE 26: Superabsorbent Polymers Market Review in China in Metric Tons by End-Use: 2012-2019
TABLE 27: Chinese Superabsorbent Polymers Market Share Breakdown by End-Use: 2012 VS 2020 VS 2027
EUROPE
Market Facts & Figures
European Superabsorbent Polymers Market: Competitor Market Share Scenario (in %) for 2020 & 2025
Market Analytics
TABLE 28: European Superabsorbent Polymers Market Demand Scenario in Metric Tons by Region/Country: 2020-2027
TABLE 29: Superabsorbent Polymers Market in Europe: A Historic Market Perspective in Metric Tons by Region/Country for the Period 2012-2019
TABLE 30: European Superabsorbent Polymers Market Share Shift by Region/Country: 2012 VS 2020 VS 2027
TABLE 31: European Superabsorbent Polymers Addressable Market Opportunity in Metric Tons by End-Use: 2020-2027
TABLE 32: Superabsorbent Polymers Market in Europe: Summarization of Historic Demand in Metric Tons by End-Use for the Period 2012-2019
TABLE 33: European Superabsorbent Polymers Market Share Analysis by End-Use: 2012 VS 2020 VS 2027
FRANCE
TABLE 34: Superabsorbent Polymers Quantitative Demand Analysis in France in Metric Tons by End-Use: 2020-2027
TABLE 35: French Superabsorbent Polymers Historic Market Review in Metric Tons by End-Use: 2012-2019
TABLE 36: French Superabsorbent Polymers Market Share Analysis: A 17-Year Perspective by End-Use for 2012, 2020, and 2027
GERMANY
TABLE 37: Superabsorbent Polymers Market in Germany: Annual Sales Estimates and Forecasts in Metric Tons by End-Use for the Period 2020-2027
TABLE 38: German Superabsorbent Polymers Market in Retrospect in Metric Tons by End-Use: 2012-2019
TABLE 39: Superabsorbent Polymers Market Share Distribution in Germany by End-Use: 2012 VS 2020 VS 2027
ITALY
TABLE 40: Italian Demand for Superabsorbent Polymers in Metric Tons by End-Use: 2020 to 2027
TABLE 41: Superabsorbent Polymers Market Review in Italy in Metric Tons by End-Use: 2012-2019
TABLE 42: Italian Superabsorbent Polymers Market Share Breakdown by End-Use: 2012 VS 2020 VS 2027
UNITED KINGDOM
TABLE 43: United Kingdom Demand Estimates and Forecasts for Superabsorbent Polymers in Metric Tons by End-Use: 2020 to 2027
TABLE 44: United Kingdom Superabsorbent Polymers Market in Metric Tons by End-Use: 2012-2019
TABLE 45: Superabsorbent Polymers Market Share Shift in the United Kingdom by End-Use: 2012 VS 2020 VS 2027
SPAIN
TABLE 46: Spanish Superabsorbent Polymers Market Quantitative Demand Analysis in Metric Tons by End-Use: 2020 to 2027
TABLE 47: Superabsorbent Polymers Market in Spain: Summarization of Historic Demand Patterns in Metric Tons by End-Use for 2012-2019
TABLE 48: Spanish Superabsorbent Polymers Market Share Analysis by End-Use: 2012 VS 2020 VS 2027
RUSSIA
TABLE 49: Russian Superabsorbent Polymers Latent Demand Forecasts in Metric Tons by End-Use: 2020 to 2027
TABLE 50: Superabsorbent Polymers Historic Demand Patterns in Russia by End-Use in Metric Tons for 2012-2019
TABLE 51: Superabsorbent Polymers Market Share Breakdown in Russia by End-Use: 2012 VS 2020 VS 2027
REST OF EUROPE
TABLE 52: Rest of Europe Superabsorbent Polymers Addressable Market Opportunity in Metric Tons by End-Use: 2020-2027
TABLE 53: Superabsorbent Polymers Market in Rest of Europe: Summarization of Historic Demand in Metric Tons by End-Use for the Period 2012-2019
TABLE 54: Rest of Europe Superabsorbent Polymers Market Share Analysis by End-Use: 2012 VS 2020 VS 2027
ASIA-PACIFIC
TABLE 55: Asia-Pacific Superabsorbent Polymers Market Estimates and Forecasts in Metric Tons by Region/Country: 2020-2027
TABLE 56: Superabsorbent Polymers Market in Asia-Pacific: Historic Market Analysis in Metric Tons by Region/Country for the Period 2012-2019
TABLE 57: Asia-Pacific Superabsorbent Polymers Market Share Analysis by Region/Country: 2012 VS 2020 VS 2027
TABLE 58: Superabsorbent Polymers Quantitative Demand Analysis in Asia-Pacific in Metric Tons by End-Use: 2020-2027
TABLE 59: Asia-Pacific Superabsorbent Polymers Historic Market Review in Metric Tons by End-Use: 2012-2019
TABLE 60: Asia-Pacific Superabsorbent Polymers Market Share Analysis: A 17-Year Perspective by End-Use for 2012, 2020, and 2027
AUSTRALIA
TABLE 61: Superabsorbent Polymers Market in Australia: Annual Sales Estimates and Forecasts in Metric Tons by End-Use for the Period 2020-2027
TABLE 62: Australian Superabsorbent Polymers Market in Retrospect in Metric Tons by End-Use: 2012-2019
TABLE 63: Superabsorbent Polymers Market Share Distribution in Australia by End-Use: 2012 VS 2020 VS 2027
INDIA
TABLE 64: Indian Superabsorbent Polymers Market Quantitative Demand Analysis in Metric Tons by End-Use: 2020 to 2027
TABLE 65: Superabsorbent Polymers Market in India: Summarization of Historic Demand Patterns in Metric Tons by End-Use for 2012-2019
TABLE 66: Indian Superabsorbent Polymers Market Share Analysis by End-Use: 2012 VS 2020 VS 2027
SOUTH KOREA
TABLE 67: Superabsorbent Polymers Market in South Korea: Recent Past, Current and Future Analysis in Metric Tons by End-Use for the Period 2018-2027
TABLE 68: South Korean Superabsorbent Polymers Historic Market Analysis in Metric Tons by End-Use: 2012-2019
TABLE 69: Superabsorbent Polymers Market Share Distribution in South Korea by End-Use: 2012 VS 2020 VS 2027
REST OF ASIA-PACIFIC
TABLE 70: Rest of Asia-Pacific Demand Estimates and Forecasts for Superabsorbent Polymers in Metric Tons by End-Use: 2020 to 2027
TABLE 71: Rest of Asia-Pacific Superabsorbent Polymers Market in Metric Tons by End-Use: 2012-2019
TABLE 72: Superabsorbent Polymers Market Share Shift in Rest of Asia-Pacific by End-Use: 2012 VS 2020 VS 2027
LATIN AMERICA
TABLE 73: Latin American Superabsorbent Polymers Market Trends by Region/Country in Metric Tons: 2020-2027
TABLE 74: Superabsorbent Polymers Market in Latin America in Metric Tons by Region/Country: A Historic Perspective for the Period 2012-2019
TABLE 75: Latin American Superabsorbent Polymers Market Percentage Breakdown of Sales by Region/Country: 2012, 2020, and 2027
TABLE 76: Latin American Demand for Superabsorbent Polymers in Metric Tons by End-Use: 2020 to 2027
TABLE 77: Superabsorbent Polymers Market Review in Latin America in Metric Tons by End-Use: 2012-2019
TABLE 78: Latin American Superabsorbent Polymers Market Share Breakdown by End-Use: 2012 VS 2020 VS 2027
ARGENTINA
TABLE 79: Argentinean Superabsorbent Polymers Addressable Market Opportunity in Metric Tons by End-Use: 2020-2027
TABLE 80: Superabsorbent Polymers Market in Argentina: Summarization of Historic Demand in Metric Tons by End-Use for the Period 2012-2019
TABLE 81: Argentinean Superabsorbent Polymers Market Share Analysis by End-Use: 2012 VS 2020 VS 2027
BRAZIL
TABLE 82: Superabsorbent Polymers Quantitative Demand Analysis in Brazil in Metric Tons by End-Use: 2020-2027
TABLE 83: Brazilian Superabsorbent Polymers Historic Market Review in Metric Tons by End-Use: 2012-2019
TABLE 84: Brazilian Superabsorbent Polymers Market Share Analysis: A 17-Year Perspective by End-Use for 2012, 2020, and 2027
MEXICO
TABLE 85: Superabsorbent Polymers Market in Mexico: Annual Sales Estimates and Forecasts in Metric Tons by End-Use for the Period 2020-2027
TABLE 86: Mexican Superabsorbent Polymers Market in Retrospect in Metric Tons by End-Use: 2012-2019
TABLE 87: Superabsorbent Polymers Market Share Distribution in Mexico by End-Use: 2012 VS 2020 VS 2027
REST OF LATIN AMERICA
TABLE 88: Rest of Latin America Superabsorbent Polymers Latent Demand Forecasts in Metric Tons by End-Use: 2020 to 2027
TABLE 89: Superabsorbent Polymers Historic Demand Patterns in Rest of Latin America by End-Use in Metric Tons for 2012-2019
TABLE 90: Superabsorbent Polymers Market Share Breakdown in Rest of Latin America by End-Use: 2012 VS 2020 VS 2027
MIDDLE EAST
TABLE 91: The Middle East Superabsorbent Polymers Market Estimates and Forecasts in Metric Tons by Region/Country: 2020-2027
TABLE 92: Superabsorbent Polymers Market in the Middle East by Region/Country in Metric Tons: 2012-2019
TABLE 93: The Middle East Superabsorbent Polymers Market Share Breakdown by Region/Country: 2012, 2020, and 2027
TABLE 94: The Middle East Superabsorbent Polymers Market Quantitative Demand Analysis in Metric Tons by End-Use: 2020 to 2027
TABLE 95: Superabsorbent Polymers Market in the Middle East: Summarization of Historic Demand Patterns in Metric Tons by End-Use for 2012-2019
TABLE 96: The Middle East Superabsorbent Polymers Market Share Analysis by End-Use: 2012 VS 2020 VS 2027
IRAN
TABLE 97: Iranian Demand Estimates and Forecasts for Superabsorbent Polymers in Metric Tons by End-Use: 2020 to 2027
TABLE 98: Iranian Superabsorbent Polymers Market in Metric Tons by End-Use: 2012-2019
TABLE 99: Superabsorbent Polymers Market Share Shift in Iran by End-Use: 2012 VS 2020 VS 2027
ISRAEL
TABLE 100: Israeli Superabsorbent Polymers Addressable Market Opportunity in Metric Tons by End-Use: 2020-2027
TABLE 101: Superabsorbent Polymers Market in Israel: Summarization of Historic Demand in Metric Tons by End-Use for the Period 2012-2019
TABLE 102: Israeli Superabsorbent Polymers Market Share Analysis by End-Use: 2012 VS 2020 VS 2027
SAUDI ARABIA
TABLE 103: Saudi Arabian Demand for Superabsorbent Polymers in Metric Tons by End-Use: 2020 to 2027
TABLE 104: Superabsorbent Polymers Market Review in Saudi Arabia in Metric Tons by End-Use: 2012-2019
TABLE 105: Saudi Arabian Superabsorbent Polymers Market Share Breakdown by End-Use: 2012 VS 2020 VS 2027
UNITED ARAB EMIRATES
TABLE 106: Superabsorbent Polymers Market in the United Arab Emirates: Recent Past, Current and Future Analysis in Metric Tons by End-Use for the Period 2018-2027
TABLE 107: United Arab Emirates Superabsorbent Polymers Historic Market Analysis in Metric Tons by End-Use: 2012-2019
TABLE 108: Superabsorbent Polymers Market Share Distribution in United Arab Emirates by End-Use: 2012 VS 2020 VS 2027
REST OF MIDDLE EAST
TABLE 109: Superabsorbent Polymers Market in Rest of Middle East: Annual Sales Estimates and Forecasts in Metric Tons by End-Use for the Period 2020-2027
TABLE 110: Rest of Middle East Superabsorbent Polymers Market in Retrospect in Metric Tons by End-Use: 2012-2019
TABLE 111: Superabsorbent Polymers Market Share Distribution in Rest of Middle East by End-Use: 2012 VS 2020 VS 2027
AFRICA
TABLE 112: African Superabsorbent Polymers Latent Demand Forecasts in Metric Tons by End-Use: 2020 to 2027
TABLE 113: Superabsorbent Polymers Historic Demand Patterns in Africa by End-Use in Metric Tons for 2012-2019
TABLE 114: Superabsorbent Polymers Market Share Breakdown in Africa by End-Use: 2012 VS 2020 VS 2027
IV. COMPETITION
Total Companies Profiled: 15
