Superabsorbent polymers Market Size, Share & Industry Analysis, By Type (Sodium Polyacrylate, Polyacrylate/ Polyacrylamide, Copolymers, Others), By Application (Personal Hygiene, Agriculture, Construction, Medical, Packaging, Oil & Gas, Industrial, Others) And Regional Forecast 2022-2029

Superabsorbent polymers (SAP) also known as slush powder is a type of water absorbing polymer that can retain large amount of water comparative to its weight without being soluble. Its ability to retain water depends upon the ionic concentration of the respective aqueous solution. Super absorbent polymers have a special cross-linked structure which results in the high affinity for liquid They are highly employed in personal care and hygiene sector.

Increasing demand for sanitary napkins and diapers to the increasing awareness in consumers regarding health and hygiene shall drive the market. rise in the popularity of diaper pants for infants coupled with the hassle free usage techniques shall positively impact the market growth. Additionally, increasing adoption of superabsorbent polymers in agriculture for water retention in irrigation shall fuel the market growth.

However, disposability of the superabsorbent polymers is a major issue faced by the consumers. Stringent regulation regarding the degradability and disposability of such polymers shall hamper the market growth.

Key Market Driver -

Increasing demand for sanitary pads and diapers.

Key Market Restraint -

Disposability of super absorbent polymers.

Market Segmentation:

Based on type, the global Superabsorbent polymers market is segmented into sodium polyacrylate, polyacrylate/ polyacrylamide, copolymers, and others. Based on application, market is segmented into personal hygiene, agriculture, construction, medical, packaging, oil & gas, industrial, and other applications.

From a geographical standpoint, the market is categorized into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and the Middle East and Africa.

Key Players Covered:

The global superabsorbent polymers market consists of global & regional players operating. Some of the key players in the market include  Nippon Shokubai, BASF, Evonik, Sumitomo, Formosa, SDP Global,  Kao Corporation, and others.

Key Insights

• New Advancements in Production Technologies


• Key Trends in the Superabsorbent Polymers Market


• New Product Launches, Expansions, Key Players


• Ranking of Key Players in the Market

Regional Analysis:

The market has been segmented into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and Middle East & Africa.  Asia pacific is estimated to hold the largest share in market due to increasing geriatric population in countries like China, Japan, India. Also, increasing awareness in consumers regarding health and hygiene shall drive the market. North America is expected to show significant growth due to growth in disposable income and substantial spending on health and hygiene. Europe is expected to show considerable growth attributed to high demand from healthcare sector. Latin America & Middle East & Africa shall exhibit moderate growth due to the increasing awareness regarding health and hygiene by the end of forecast period.

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Superabsorbent polymers Industry Developments

• In 2018, Nippon Shokubai expanded its manufacturing capacity for superabsorbent polymer in its existing facility at Zwijndrecht, Netherlands. At present, the manufacturing capacity of the plant is 1000000 tons per year.


• In June 2015, BASF stated the world scale production complex for superabsorbent polymers in Camacari, Brazil. These are the pioneer of its kind plants for manufacturing acrylic acid and superabsorbent polymers.