Plugging Waterproof Admixture Market Report 2026

The plugging waterproof admixture market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $2.93 billion in 2025 to $3.17 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.3%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to rising adoption of cementitious and polyurethane plugging admixtures, increasing use in underground and tunnel projects, growing demand for rapid-setting waterproofing solutions, expansion of infrastructure waterproofing applications, rising focus on emergency leak repair.

The plugging waterproof admixture market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $4.32 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing integration of smart leak detection, development of eco-friendly and sustainable plugging additives, rising adoption of epoxy and acrylic admixtures, expansion of automated application methods, growth in large-scale water treatment and underground projects. Major trends in the forecast period include deployment of fast-setting plugging waterproof admixtures, integration of AI-based leak detection systems, expansion of IOT-enabled waterproofing monitoring, adoption of sustainable cementitious additives, development of high-performance polyurethane and acrylic admixtures.

The expansion of the construction industry is expected to drive the growth of the plugging waterproof admixture market in the coming years. The construction industry involves the development of residential, commercial, and infrastructure projects. This sector is growing due to a rising urban population, leading to increased demand for housing and infrastructure development. Plugging waterproof admixtures support the construction industry by rapidly sealing active water leaks in concrete structures, preventing water intrusion and potential structural damage. They improve durability and provide long-term protection for foundations, basements, tunnels, and other water-exposed areas. For example, in June 2025, Eurostat, a Luxembourg-based statistical office of the European Union, reported that construction production in April 2025 increased by 3% in the euro area and by 2.5% in the EU compared with April 2024. Therefore, the expanding construction industry is contributing to the growth of the plugging waterproof admixture market.

The expanding number of water treatment plants is expected to drive the growth of the plugging waterproof admixture market. Water treatment plants purify contaminated water by removing pollutants, making it safe for reuse or discharge, and their numbers are rising due to increasing global emphasis on access to clean water - particularly in rapidly urbanizing regions with high water demand and contamination risks. Plugging waterproof admixtures play a vital role in these facilities by quickly and durably sealing leaks and joints, ensuring uninterrupted operation and preventing water contamination. For example, in September 2023, Surfers Against Sewage (SAS), a UK-based marine conservation charity, reported that England experienced 464,056 sewage spills in 2023, averaging 1,271 per day and releasing waste into rivers and seas for a total of 3.6 million hours. Therefore, the increasing need for water treatment plants is driving the growth of the plugging waterproof admixture market.

In June 2025, Sika AG, a Switzerland-based specialty chemicals manufacturer, acquired Gulf Additive Factory LLC for an undisclosed amount. Through this acquisition, Sika aims to reinforce its presence in the Middle East, expand its product portfolio, and support ongoing infrastructure growth in the region. Gulf Additive Factory LLC is a Qatar-based company specializing in construction chemical solutions, including concrete admixtures, waterproofing systems, and repair products.

Major companies operating in the plugging waterproof admixture market are BASF SE, Evonik Industries AG, Sika AG, RPM International Inc., Wacker Chemie AG, Pidilite Industries Limited, GCP Applied Technologies Inc., Cemix, Supershield Global Ltd., Penetron International Ltd., Cementaid International Group of Companies, Xypex Chemical Corporation, Tecnochem Italiana S.p.A., Schomburg GmbH & Co. KG, Hycrete Inc., Sterling Technotrade India Private Limited, Dura Build Care Private Limited, BAUMERK Construction Chemicals Inc., MCON Rasayan India Ltd.

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.

Tariffs are influencing the plugging waterproof admixture market by raising costs for imported cement-based, polyurethane, acrylic, and epoxy admixtures essential for emergency waterproofing and underground construction applications. Residential, commercial, industrial, and infrastructure projects in Asia-Pacific, Europe, and North America are most affected due to dependency on imported chemical admixtures. Nevertheless, tariffs are promoting local formulation development, regional manufacturing of high-performance admixtures, and innovation in rapid-setting and sustainable plugging solutions, enhancing supply chain reliability and market resilience.

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Plugging waterproof admixture is a specialized additive blended with cement or concrete to rapidly stop water leakage by creating a fast-setting, watertight seal. It is commonly used for emergency repairs and waterproofing in structures such as tunnels, basements, water tanks, and underground facilities.

The main types of plugging waterproof admixtures include crystalline, pore-blocking, hydrophobic, and others. Crystalline admixtures are powders that react with moisture in concrete to form crystals that seal pores and cracks, offering long-lasting waterproofing. These admixtures are distributed through various channels such as direct sales, distributors, online sales, and more. They are applied in residential, commercial, industrial, and infrastructure projects, serving key end-users in construction, water treatment, tunnels, underground structures, and related sectors.Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the plugging waterproof admixture market in 2025, and it is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in this report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the plugging waterproof admixture market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The plugging waterproof admixture market consists of sales of cement-based plugging admixtures, polyurethane-based plugging admixtures, acrylic-based plugging admixtures, and epoxy-based plugging admixtures. 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/or 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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