Superabsorbent Polymers are cross-linked networks of flexible polymer chains that absorb up to 300 times their weight in aqueous fluids. These polymer chains shrunk before absorbing liquid & when water comes into contact with them, they expand. Moreover, they retain the absorbed liquid, even when subjected to pressure. Hence, they are an ideal material for baby diapers, incontinence products, and feminine hygiene pads.
The “Global Superabsorbent Polymer Market” is likely to grow at a CAGR of around 5% during the forecast period, i.e., 2021-26, says the author. Surging demand for eco-friendly products and an exponentially growing child population are the prime aspects propelling the demand for superabsorbent polymers across the globe.
The research report Global Superabsorbent Polymer Market Analysis, 2021” further states that the massive investments in research & development of superabsorbent polymer-based products and burgeoning awareness regarding their high water-absorbing capability are also contributing to their fueling use in various sectors, including agriculture, packaging, and medical applications.
Last year, the Global Superabsorbent Polymer Market witnessed a massive decline in its growth due to the COVID-19 pandemic. To curb the virus spread, the governments across different nations had to impose lockdown & stringent movement restrictions, which resulted in the shutdown of manufacturing units, supply chain disruptions, and labor scarcity. Additionally, the shortage of skilled human resources, infrastructure, and logistic issues also severely impacted the sales & production of Superabsorbent Polymers.
Superabsorbent Polymers are used majorly in the manufacturing of diapers & wipes. With the surge in COVID-19 patients count & ease of norms, the demand for hygiene and medical products & solutions increased massively. Hence, with this, the market witnessed tremendous growth in the healthcare sector amidst the pandemic.
Moreover, as the lockdown gets lifted, many businesses shall go through the renewal and recovery phase. Hence, the production of superabsorbent polymers and their demand shall increase significantly in the coming future.
Based on the Product Type, the market bifurcates into Sodium Polyacrylate, Polyacrylate/Polyacrylamide, and Copolymers. Of these three, Sodium Polyacrylate acquired the largest share of the Global Superabsorbent Polymer Market in the previous few years as it is the most preferred product type for diapers and hair gels. It is also used in industrial processes to dissolve soaps by absorbing water molecules. In diapers, sodium polyacrylate absorbs water molecules found in urine and increases the amount of liquid the diaper can hold. Moreover, at the same time, it reduces the risk of diaper rash by providing a dry environment. These crucial benefits of Sodium Polyacrylate have contributed to their surging demand across the globe, states the author in their research report, “Global Superabsorbent Polymer Market Analysis, 2021.”
Amongst all applications of Superabsorbent Polymers, Personal Hygiene generated the highest revenue in the Global Market in the past few years. Other applications of the market include Agriculture and Healthcare.
Supportive government regulations and growing awareness about the benefits of using superabsorbent polymers for manufacturing disposable diapers are the prime factors propelling the segment demand across the globe. Additionally, health concerns associated with the cotton cloth and other baby hygiene products also further drive the market for Superabsorbent Polymers.
North America is likely to observe significant growth due to the increasing awareness regarding personal hygiene and the mounting consumption of personal care products. In North America, the US and Canada, being the major markets for producing diapers, are likely to surge the demand for Superabsorbent Polymers, principally due to the unending expansion of the personal care sector in both countries.
The growing hygiene awareness among the population worldwide is significantly supporting the growth of the Global Superabsorbent Polymer Market. Additionally, acceptance of Superabsorbent Polymer (SAP)-based items, especially disposable diapers & sanitary napkins, have gradually widened worldwide. Also, with the rising population, the demand for SAPs made products is likely to increase further during the forecast period. Hence, the factors mentioned above are likely to fuel the overall market growth in the coming years.
The non-biodegradable nature of polymers serves as a key restraint in the predisposing procedure. Consequently, superabsorbent polymers dumped on the open land remain at the same place for a long time. Furthermore, the waste generated from the leaching of toxins accumulates in the soil and groundwater table, thereby affecting the marine and human population.
According to the publishers, the leading industry players in the Global Superabsorbent Polymer market are Nippon Shokubai Co., Ltd, Evonik Industries AG, BASF SE., Kao Corporation, Sumitomo Seika Chemicals Co. Ltd., Sanyo Chemicals Industries, Ltd., LG Chemicals Ltd, Yixing Danson Technology, Zhejiang Weilong Polymer Material Co., Ltd.
1. What are the overall market statistics or estimates (Market Overview, Market Size- by Value, Forecast Numbers, Market Segmentation, and Market Shares) of the Global Superabsorbent Polymer Market?
2. What are the region-wise industry size, growth drivers, and challenges?
3. What are the key innovations, opportunities, current & future trends, and regulations in the Global Superabsorbent Polymer Market?
4. Who are the key competitors, their key strengths & weaknesses, and how do they perform in the Global Superabsorbent Polymer Market based on a competitive benchmarking matrix?
5. What are the key results derived from the market surveys conducted during the Global Superabsorbent Polymer Market study?
The “Global Superabsorbent Polymer Market” is likely to grow at a CAGR of around 5% during the forecast period, i.e., 2021-26, says the author. Surging demand for eco-friendly products and an exponentially growing child population are the prime aspects propelling the demand for superabsorbent polymers across the globe.
The research report Global Superabsorbent Polymer Market Analysis, 2021” further states that the massive investments in research & development of superabsorbent polymer-based products and burgeoning awareness regarding their high water-absorbing capability are also contributing to their fueling use in various sectors, including agriculture, packaging, and medical applications.
Impact of COVID-19 on the Global Superabsorbent Polymer Market
Last year, the Global Superabsorbent Polymer Market witnessed a massive decline in its growth due to the COVID-19 pandemic. To curb the virus spread, the governments across different nations had to impose lockdown & stringent movement restrictions, which resulted in the shutdown of manufacturing units, supply chain disruptions, and labor scarcity. Additionally, the shortage of skilled human resources, infrastructure, and logistic issues also severely impacted the sales & production of Superabsorbent Polymers.
Superabsorbent Polymers are used majorly in the manufacturing of diapers & wipes. With the surge in COVID-19 patients count & ease of norms, the demand for hygiene and medical products & solutions increased massively. Hence, with this, the market witnessed tremendous growth in the healthcare sector amidst the pandemic.
Moreover, as the lockdown gets lifted, many businesses shall go through the renewal and recovery phase. Hence, the production of superabsorbent polymers and their demand shall increase significantly in the coming future.
Market Segmentation
Sodium Polyacrylate Dominated the Global Superabsorbent Polymer Market with Largest Share
Based on the Product Type, the market bifurcates into Sodium Polyacrylate, Polyacrylate/Polyacrylamide, and Copolymers. Of these three, Sodium Polyacrylate acquired the largest share of the Global Superabsorbent Polymer Market in the previous few years as it is the most preferred product type for diapers and hair gels. It is also used in industrial processes to dissolve soaps by absorbing water molecules. In diapers, sodium polyacrylate absorbs water molecules found in urine and increases the amount of liquid the diaper can hold. Moreover, at the same time, it reduces the risk of diaper rash by providing a dry environment. These crucial benefits of Sodium Polyacrylate have contributed to their surging demand across the globe, states the author in their research report, “Global Superabsorbent Polymer Market Analysis, 2021.”
Personal Hygiene Application Generated the Highest Revenue in Global Superabsorbent Polymer Market
Amongst all applications of Superabsorbent Polymers, Personal Hygiene generated the highest revenue in the Global Market in the past few years. Other applications of the market include Agriculture and Healthcare.
Supportive government regulations and growing awareness about the benefits of using superabsorbent polymers for manufacturing disposable diapers are the prime factors propelling the segment demand across the globe. Additionally, health concerns associated with the cotton cloth and other baby hygiene products also further drive the market for Superabsorbent Polymers.
Regional Landscape
North America to Witness Significant Growth in the Global Superabsorbent Polymer Market
North America is likely to observe significant growth due to the increasing awareness regarding personal hygiene and the mounting consumption of personal care products. In North America, the US and Canada, being the major markets for producing diapers, are likely to surge the demand for Superabsorbent Polymers, principally due to the unending expansion of the personal care sector in both countries.
Market Driver
Rising Awareness Regarding Personal Hygiene and Changing Lifestyle to Boost the Market Growth
The growing hygiene awareness among the population worldwide is significantly supporting the growth of the Global Superabsorbent Polymer Market. Additionally, acceptance of Superabsorbent Polymer (SAP)-based items, especially disposable diapers & sanitary napkins, have gradually widened worldwide. Also, with the rising population, the demand for SAPs made products is likely to increase further during the forecast period. Hence, the factors mentioned above are likely to fuel the overall market growth in the coming years.
Market Challenge
Increasing Waste Generation Might Hamper the Market Growth
The non-biodegradable nature of polymers serves as a key restraint in the predisposing procedure. Consequently, superabsorbent polymers dumped on the open land remain at the same place for a long time. Furthermore, the waste generated from the leaching of toxins accumulates in the soil and groundwater table, thereby affecting the marine and human population.
Competitive Landscape
According to the publishers, the leading industry players in the Global Superabsorbent Polymer market are Nippon Shokubai Co., Ltd, Evonik Industries AG, BASF SE., Kao Corporation, Sumitomo Seika Chemicals Co. Ltd., Sanyo Chemicals Industries, Ltd., LG Chemicals Ltd, Yixing Danson Technology, Zhejiang Weilong Polymer Material Co., Ltd.
Key Questions Answered in the Market Research Report:
1. What are the overall market statistics or estimates (Market Overview, Market Size- by Value, Forecast Numbers, Market Segmentation, and Market Shares) of the Global Superabsorbent Polymer Market?
2. What are the region-wise industry size, growth drivers, and challenges?
3. What are the key innovations, opportunities, current & future trends, and regulations in the Global Superabsorbent Polymer Market?
4. Who are the key competitors, their key strengths & weaknesses, and how do they perform in the Global Superabsorbent Polymer Market based on a competitive benchmarking matrix?
5. What are the key results derived from the market surveys conducted during the Global Superabsorbent Polymer Market study?
Table of Contents
1. Introduction
6. Global Superabsorbent Polymer Market Dynamics
9. Global Superabsorbent Polymer Market Analysis, 2016-2026F
10. North America Superabsorbent Polymer Market Outlook, 2016-2026F
11. The US Superabsorbent Polymer Market Outlook, 2016-2026F
12. Canada Superabsorbent Polymer Market Outlook, 2016-2026F
13. Mexico Superabsorbent Polymer Market Outlook, 2016-2026F
14. South America Superabsorbent Polymer Market Outlook, 2016-2026F
15. Europe Superabsorbent Polymer Market Outlook, 2016-2026F
16. Middle East & Africa Superabsorbent Polymer Market Outlook, 2016-2026F
17. Asia Pacific Superabsorbent Polymer Market Outlook, 2016-2026F
19. Competition Outlook
Companies Mentioned
- Nippon Shokubai Co. Ltd
- Evonik Industries AG
- BASF SE.
- Kao Corporation
- Sumitomo Seika Chemicals Co. Ltd.
- Sanyo Chemicals Industries Ltd.
- LG Chemicals Ltd
- Yixing Danson Technology
- Zhejiang Weilong Polymer Material Co. Ltd
Methodology
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