Acrylic Emulsions Market - Global Industry Size, Share, Trends, Opportunity, and Forecast, 2020-2030F

Polymer & Copolymer is the fastest growing segment, Asia-Pacific is the largest regional market

The Global Acrylic Emulsions Market, valued at USD 11.44 Billion in 2024, is projected to grow at a CAGR of 5.41% to reach USD 15.69 Billion by 2030. Acrylic emulsions are water-based dispersions of acrylic polymers known for excellent adhesion, durability, and water resistance, making them essential binders across numerous industrial and consumer applications. Market growth is strongly driven by rising global demand for water-based and low-VOC coating solutions, fueled by stringent environmental regulations and a broad shift toward sustainable formulations. Expanding construction and automotive sectors - especially in emerging economies - also significantly contribute to increased consumption of acrylic emulsions in high-performance paints, coatings, and adhesives.

Key Market Drivers

The escalating demand for sustainable and low-VOC formulations is a major driver of the global acrylic emulsions market. Growing environmental awareness and increasingly strict global regulations have prompted industries to accelerate the shift toward greener chemical solutions, positioning acrylic emulsions as vital water-based alternatives to traditional solvent-borne systems. These materials are central to producing high-performance coatings, adhesives, and sealants that comply with modern environmental standards. Innovation continues to strengthen this transition; for example, in September 2025, BASF, AkzoNobel, and Arkema announced a value chain partnership that successfully reduced the carbon footprint of superdurable architectural powder coatings by up to 40%.

Key Market Challenges

Volatility in raw material prices remains a significant constraint on market growth. Acrylates and methacrylates, core components of acrylic emulsions, are heavily tied to petrochemical feedstock pricing, exposing manufacturers to sharp fluctuations. These unpredictable cost variations undermine long-term strategic planning, erode profit margins, and can drive up end-product prices - reducing competitiveness in sensitive application segments.

Furthermore, elevated cost uncertainty discourages investment in additional production capacity and research initiatives, thereby constraining overall market development. Price instability is evident in recent data; according to Platts (S&P Global Commodity Insights), European DDP Northwest Europe forward prices for methyl methacrylate declined to EUR 1,410 per metric ton on July 21, 2024, the lowest level since assessments began on April 2, 2024. Such volatility continues to exert financial pressure across the value chain.

Key Market Trends

A major trend shaping the Global Acrylic Emulsions Market is the advancement of bio-based and sustainable raw materials aimed at reducing environmental impact. This involves developing acrylic monomers and polymers derived from renewable biological feedstocks, reducing reliance on fossil-based petrochemicals. A notable example is BASF’s transition to exclusively supplying bio-based Ethyl Acrylate (EA) beginning in Q4 2024. This new formulation contains 40% bio-content and achieves roughly a 30% reduction in Product Carbon Footprint compared to fossil-derived EA, supporting its use in polymer dispersions for adhesives and coatings. Industry-wide commitment to sustainability is reinforced by substantial investments in research and innovation; according to Cefic, the European chemical industry invested €10.2 billion in R&I in 2023, reflecting an accelerated push toward eco-friendly chemical solutions and next-generation materials capable of meeting both performance and environmental objectives.

Key Market Players Profiled:

• BASF SE
• Synthomer Plc.
• The Dow Chemical Company
• Celanese Corporation
• Lubrizol Corporation
• 3M Co.
• Arkema SA
• DIC Corporation
• Pexi Chem Private Limited
• Gellner Industrial LLC

Report Scope:

In this report, the Global Acrylic Emulsions Market has been segmented into the following categories:

By Type:

• Polymer & Copolymer
• Pure Acrylic

By Application:

• Paints & Coatings
• Adhesives & Sealants
• Construction Additives
• Paper Coatings
• Others

By Region:

• North America
• Europe
• Asia-Pacific
• South America
• Middle East & Africa

Competitive Landscape

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