Shrinkage-Reducing Admixtures Global Market Report 2025

The shrinkage-reducing admixtures market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $1.14 billion in 2024 to $1.24 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.9%. The growth during the historic period can be attributed to the increasing demand for high-performance concrete in industrial facilities, the rising adoption of modern construction materials in urban housing, the growing need for long-lasting pavements and bridges, the increasing focus on minimizing maintenance costs in concrete structures, and the rising preference for sustainable building practices in public infrastructure.

The shrinkage-reducing admixtures market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $1.73 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.6%. The growth during the forecast period can be attributed to the increasing demand for sustainable construction materials, the rising government initiatives for smart city projects, the growing investments in industrial and commercial infrastructure, the increasing preference for ready-mix concrete applications, and the rising focus on enhancing structural longevity in modern buildings. Key trends in the forecast period include advancements in eco-friendly shrinkage-reducing admixture (SRA) formulations, innovations in high-performance concrete solutions, improvements in admixtures for rapid-setting concrete applications, developments in reducing water demand in concrete mixtures, and advancements in enhancing the durability of concrete structures.

The increasing construction activities are expected to drive the growth of the shrinkage-reducing admixtures market in the coming years. Construction activities refer to tasks involved in developing, modifying, or maintaining buildings and infrastructure. The rise in construction activities is driven by urbanization, as growing city populations increase demand for buildings and infrastructure. Shrinkage-reducing admixtures support construction by minimizing drying and cracking in concrete, improving durability, lowering maintenance costs, and ensuring the quality and longevity of structures. For example, in July 2023, according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics, an Australia-based government agency, the number of dwellings under construction in the March quarter of 2023 increased to 240,813 from 240,065 in 2022, with new houses totaling 103,778, up from 101,240 the previous year. Therefore, the rising construction activities are contributing to the growth of the shrinkage-reducing admixtures market.

Key companies operating in the shrinkage-reducing admixtures market are focusing on technological innovations, such as internal curing concrete additives, to enhance concrete durability, reduce cracking, and improve overall construction quality. Internal curing concrete additives are admixtures incorporated into concrete to provide additional moisture from within the mix, promoting proper hydration of cement, reducing shrinkage and cracking, and strengthening long-term durability. For instance, in August 2025, Asian Paints Ltd., an India-based paint and coating manufacturer, launched CureAssure, a specialized solution to enhance concrete curing and durability. The product eliminates the need for external water curing, saving up to 8 billion liters of water annually in the UAE, while ensuring uniform hydration and reducing shrinkage cracks. This sustainable innovation supports water conservation efforts while improving construction efficiency and concrete quality.

In February 2023, Sika AG, a Switzerland-based chemicals company, acquired MBCC Group for an undisclosed amount. Through this acquisition, Sika AG aims to accelerate its growth strategy by broadening its product portfolio and geographic reach, strengthening its position as a sustainability leader in construction, and driving the industry’s sustainable transformation while achieving significant operational synergies. MBCC Group is a Germany-based construction material supplier offering shrinkage-reducing admixtures.

Major players in the shrinkage-reducing admixtures market are BASF Aktiengesellschaft, Compagnie de Saint-Gobain Société Anonyme, CEMEX Sociedad Anónima Bursátil de Capital Variable, Evonik Industries AG, Sika Aktiengesellschaft, Nippon Shokubai Co. Ltd., GCP Applied Technologies Inc., Master Builders Solutions Holdings GmbH, RPM International Inc., Fosroc International Limited, W. R. Grace and Co., Euclid Chemical Company, Premier Magnesia LLC., Chryso Group, Cico Technologies Limited, Kryton International Inc., MC-Bauchemie Müller GmbH und Co. KG., Riteks Inc., DRACO Italiana S.p.A., Vitro Minerals LLC.

North America was the largest region in the shrinkage-reducing admixtures market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in shrinkage-reducing admixtures report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the shrinkage-reducing admixtures 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 rapid escalation of U.S. tariffs and the resulting trade tensions in spring 2025 are significantly impacting the construction sector, particularly in materials procurement and project costs. Higher duties on imported steel, aluminum, lumber, and machinery have driven up expenses for builders, contractors, and infrastructure developers, leading to increased project bids and delayed timelines. Construction equipment manufacturers face similar challenges, with tariffs on essential components and raw materials inflating production costs and squeezing margins. Additionally, retaliatory tariffs in international markets have curtailed exports of U.S.-made construction equipment and materials, further affecting profitability. The sector must now prioritize local sourcing, modular construction techniques, and supply chain diversification to control costs and ensure project viability amid ongoing trade uncertainties.

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Shrinkage-reducing admixtures (SRAs) are chemical additives used in concrete and cementitious materials to minimize shrinkage during curing and drying. These admixtures function by reducing the surface tension of water in the cement paste, thereby decreasing capillary stress and internal drying shrinkage.

The key types of shrinkage-reducing admixtures include polypropylene fiber-based admixtures, polyethylene fiber-based admixtures, synthetic fiber-based admixtures, and natural fiber-based admixtures. Polypropylene fiber-based admixtures (PP-FBA) are concrete additives made of polypropylene fibers designed to reduce shrinkage and enhance crack resistance. The various functionalities include water-reducing shrinkage-reducing admixtures, superplasticizers, retarding shrinkage-reducing admixtures, and accelerating shrinkage-reducing admixtures. They are available in forms such as liquid shrinkage-reducing admixtures and powdered shrinkage-reducing admixtures. These admixtures are widely applied in residential construction, commercial construction, infrastructure projects, and industrial applications, serving end users such as building and construction companies, road and bridge construction firms, prefabricated concrete manufacturers, and infrastructure maintenance and repair services.

The shrinkage-reducing admixtures market consists of sales of liquid chemical shrinkage-reducing admixtures, powdered shrinkage-reducing admixtures, and polymer-based shrinkage-reducing 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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