Dimer Acid Market Report 2026

The dimer acid market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $1.95 billion in 2025 to $2.06 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.6%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growth in polyamide resin production, expansion of adhesive manufacturing, increasing use in lubricant formulations, availability of vegetable oil feedstocks, demand for corrosion resistant materials.

The dimer acid market size is expected to see steady growth in the next few years. It will grow to $2.5 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to rising demand for sustainable polymers, growth in electric vehicle component manufacturing, increasing use of bio based chemicals, expansion of high performance coatings, technological advancements in fatty acid processing. Major trends in the forecast period include rising use of bio based dimer acids in resin manufacturing, growing demand for high performance polyamide resins, expansion of dimer acid applications in adhesives and sealants, increasing adoption in corrosion resistant coatings, focus on sustainable fatty acid based chemical feedstocks.

The growing demand for sustainable and bio-based products is expected to propel the growth of the dimer acid market going forward. Sustainable and bio-based products are made from renewable resources or produced through environmentally responsible processes that support long-term ecological balance and resource conservation. Their rising demand is driven by increasing environmental concerns, regulatory pressures, shifting consumer preferences, and corporate sustainability initiatives. Bio-based dimer acids are more biodegradable than petroleum-derived alternatives, reducing environmental impact and offering a cleaner end-of-life profile. For example, in April 2024, the National Association of Convenience Stores reported that 80% of consumers were concerned about the environmental impact of their purchases - an increase from 68% in 2023 and 66% in 2022. Therefore, the growing preference for sustainable and bio-based products is driving the dimer acid market.

Major companies in the dimer acid market are focusing on innovating high-performance, sustainable materials such as distilled dimer acid to meet rising demand across industries. Distilled dimer acid is a highly purified form known for its superior flexibility, toughness, and chemical resistance, making it suitable for high-end applications. For instance, in June 2023, Cargill, a US-based food and beverage manufacturing company, introduced Pripol 1013, a high-purity dimer acid designed for producing high-performance polyesters and polyamides. Pripol 1013 enhances toughness, flexibility, water repellency, and resistance to hydrolysis and chemicals, supporting applications in epoxy, polyurethane, polyester, and polyamide resin modification.

In April 2025, Grupo Tradebe Medioambiente S.L., a Spain-based environmental services and waste management company, acquired Florachem for an undisclosed amount. The acquisition supports Tradebe’s expansion of its Life Sciences business into the U.S. market, strengthening its position in pharmaceutical and specialty chemical sectors. Florachem Corporation is a U.S.-based chemical services company that supplies dimer acid through its FloraDyme™ product line.

Major companies operating in the dimer acid market are Henan GP Chemicals Co. Ltd., BASF SE, Wilmar International Limited, Evonik Industries AG, Eastman Chemical Company, Musim Mas Group, Lanxess, Kemira Oyj, Croda International Plc, Kraton Corporation, Nissan Chemical America Corporation, KLK OLEO, Oleon NV, Emery Oleochemicals, Tokyo Chemical Industry Co. Ltd, Jarchem Industries Inc., Florachem Corporation, SunChem Group, Shandong Huijin Chemical Co. Ltd., Anqing Hongyu Chemical Co. Ltd.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the dimer acid market in 2025. North America is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the dimer acid market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the dimer acid market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The dimer acid market consists of sales of dimer acid 35 and dimer acid 17. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

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The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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