Redispersible Polymer Powder Market Report 2025

The redispersible polymer powder market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $2.44 billion in 2024 to $2.6 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.5%. The growth during the historic period can be attributed to the rising demand for dry-mix mortars, expansion in residential and commercial construction, an increase in renovation and remodeling projects, greater adoption of energy-efficient building practices, and growing demand from emerging markets.

The redispersible polymer powder market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $3.31 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.2%. The growth projected for the forecast period can be attributed to the increasing use of tile adhesives and grouts, rising government investment in infrastructure projects, growing awareness of construction quality and durability, greater adoption of sustainable building materials, and expanding research and development efforts along with product innovations. Key trends expected during this period include advancements in polymer chemistry, the integration of redispersible polymer powders into energy-efficient construction systems, increased use of technology in dry-mix production, and developments in self-leveling and repair mortar formulations.

The increasing construction of residential and commercial buildings is contributing to the growth of the redispersible polymer powder market. Residential buildings include homes and apartment complexes, while commercial structures encompass offices, shops, and hotels. This growth is largely driven by rapid urbanization, as more people relocate to cities in search of better living and employment opportunities, creating a higher demand for housing and commercial space. Redispersible polymer powder plays a vital role in this sector by enhancing the flexibility, adhesion, and durability of materials such as tile adhesives and wall putty. For example, in June 2025, the House of Commons of the United Kingdom reported 30,860 seasonally adjusted house building starts in the fourth quarter of 2024, representing a 7% increase from the previous quarter and a 52% rise compared to the same period in 2023. This upward trend in construction activity is driving demand for redispersible polymer powder.

Key companies in the redispersible polymer powder market are investing in advanced production facilities to improve quality, increase output, and meet growing demand in the construction and adhesives industries. These facilities are designed to manufacture polymer powders that can be easily reconstituted in water and used in a range of applications including coatings, adhesives, and building materials. In March 2025, JSC Pigment, a Russia-based chemical manufacturer, opened a new production facility for redispersible polymer powders at its industrial site. The process involves the synthesis and drying of polyvinyl acetate dispersion to produce a powder that retains its original properties when mixed with water. These powders improve flexibility, adhesion, water retention, and workability, making them increasingly important for modern construction needs.

In November 2024, Protech Group, a Canada-based real estate development company, acquired Caldwell Chemical Coatings for an undisclosed sum. This acquisition aims to strengthen Protech Group’s position in the industrial liquid coatings sector by utilizing Caldwell’s established customer base and integrating it with Protech’s global product offerings. Caldwell Chemical Coatings, a US-based firm, specializes in liquid industrial coatings and also provides redispersible polymer powder, expanding Protech’s capabilities in this growing market.

Major players in the redispersible polymer powder market are BASF SE, Dow Inc., Arkema S.A., Univar Solutions Inc., Celanese Corporation, Wacker Chemie AG, Nouryon Holding B.V., Synthomer plc, Ashland Inc., Hexion Inc., Organik Kimya Sanayi ve Ticaret Anonim Sirketi, VINAVIL S.p.A., Puyang Yintai Industrial Trading Co. Ltd., Dairen Chemical Corporation, Shanxi Sanwei Group Co. Ltd., Sidley Chemical Co. Ltd., Shandong Xindadi Industrial Group Co. Ltd., Shandong Hearst Building Materials Co. Ltd., Shandong Mingchuan New Materials Technology Co. Ltd., Divnova Specialties Private Limited, and Hebei Hongmao Chemical Co. Ltd.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the redispersible polymer powder market in 2024, and it is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in redispersible polymer powder report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the redispersible polymer powder market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report’s Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.

The sharp hike in U.S. tariffs and the associated trade disputes in spring 2025 are notably impacting the aerospace and defense sector by raising costs for titanium, carbon fiber composites, and avionics materials largely sourced from global suppliers. Defense contractors, locked into fixed-price government contracts, absorb these added costs, while commercial aerospace firms face airline pushback on higher aircraft prices. Delays in component shipments due to customs bottlenecks further disrupt tight production schedules for jets and satellites. The industry is responding by stockpiling critical materials, seeking waivers for defense-related imports, and collaborating with allied nations to diversify supply chain.

Redispersible polymer powder is a free-flowing white powder produced by spray-drying aqueous polymer dispersions. It can be easily re-emulsified in water while maintaining the original properties of the polymer. Commonly used in dry mix formulations, it improves flexibility, adhesion, and water resistance in construction and industrial applications.

The primary types of redispersible polymer powder include vinyl acetate ethylene (VAE), vinyl ester of versatic acid (VeoVa), acrylic powder, styrene butadiene, and others. Vinyl acetate ethylene (VAE) copolymers are created through emulsion polymerization by combining vinyl acetate and ethylene monomers in water to produce a latex emulsion. These powders are available in various formulations, including dry mix and wet mix, and are packaged in bags, drums, or bulk containers. They are used in a wide range of applications such as construction chemicals, mortars, adhesives, sealants, paints and coatings, textile processing, and non-woven fabrics, catering to residential, commercial, and industrial construction sectors.

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The redispersible polymer powder market consists of sales of clear tile adhesives, wall putty, plastering mortars, self-leveling compounds, and repair mortars. 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.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).

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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