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Super Absorbent Polymers (SAP) Market Share & Trends [2032]

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Segments - Super Absorbent Polymers (SAP) Market by Type (Polyacrylate/Polyacrylamide Copolymer, Bio-based SAP, Sodium Polyacrylate, and Others), Application (Medical, Personal Hygiene, Agriculture, Industrial, and Others), and Region (Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Europe, and Middle East & Africa) - Global Industry Analysis, Growth, Share, Size, Trends, and Forecast 2024–2032

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Super Absorbent Polymers (SAP) Market Outlook 2032

The global super absorbent polymers (SAP) market size was USD 10.42 Billion in 2023 and is projected to reach USD 18.6 Billion by 2032, expanding at a CAGR of 6.7% during 2024–2032. The market growth is attributed to the increasing demand and expanding applications of Super Absorbent Polymers (SAPs) across diverse industries.

Increasing focus on healthcare and personal care is resulting in a growing demand for super absorbent polymers (SAP), which is boosts the market. SAPs are widely used in medical applications, including surgical pads, wound dressings, and disposable medical products, due to their excellent absorbency and fluid management properties. Furthermore, rising prevalence of chronic diseases and growing healthcare expenditures are driving the demand for diapers, sanitary napkins, and adult incontinence products made using SAP.

According to the report published by the National Association of Chronic Disease Directors on April 18, 2022, nearly 60% of adults in the US have at least one chronic disease.

Impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Super Absorbent Polymers (SAP) Market

The use of artificial intelligence is likely to boost the super absorbent polymers (SAP) market. AI-driven automation systems optimize processes, enhance efficiency, and reduce operational costs. AI-powered predictive analytics enable businesses to forecast market trends and optimize supply chain management leading to better decision-making.

Super Absorbent Polymers (SAP) Market Dynamics

Super Absorbent Polymers Market Dynamics

Major Drivers

Rising demand for hygiene products, such as diapers and sanitary napkins is expected to drive the market. Increasing awareness about personal hygiene and rising standards of living, particularly in developing regions are creating the demand for disposable hygiene products. SAPs serve as the core absorbent material in diapers and sanitary napkins due to their liquid retention and absorption capabilities. Moreover, growing aged population further fuels the demand for SAP-based adult diapers and absorbent pads.

According to the report published by the WHO on October 1, 2022, the global population of individuals aged 60 and older is projected to double by 2050, reaching 2.1 billion.

Existing Restraints

Environmental concerns regarding the non-biodegradability of SAP are likely to hinder the market. SAP raises concerns about its environmental impact, particularly in terms of waste management and disposal. Furthermore, the dependency on petroleum-based feedstocks exposes SAP manufacturers to the risk of supply chain disruptions and geopolitical tensions. These all factors hamper the market in the coming years.

Emerging Opportunities

High demand for eco-friendly and sustainable SAP is expected to create immense opportunities for the players competing in the market. Manufacturers are investing in research to develop bio-based SAPs using raw materials, such as starch, cellulose, and chitosan. These bio-based SAPs offer comparable performance to traditional petroleum-based SAPs while minimizing environmental impact. Moreover, rising adoption of SAPs in the medical and healthcare sectors further boost the market during the forecast period.

Scope of the Super Absorbent Polymers (SAP) Market Report

The market report includes an assessment of the market trends, segments, and regional markets. Overview and dynamics are included in the report.

Attributes	Details
Report Title	Super Absorbent Polymers (SAP) Market - Global Industry Analysis, Growth, Share, Size, Trends, and Forecast
Base Year	2023
Historic Data	2017 -2022
Forecast Period	2024–2032
Segmentation	Type (Polyacrylate/Polyacrylamide Copolymer, Bio-based SAP, Sodium Polyacrylate, and Others), and Application (Medical, Personal Hygiene, Agriculture, Industrial, and Others)
Regional Scope	Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Europe, and Middle East & Africa
Report Coverage	Company Share, Market Analysis and Size, Competitive Landscape, Growth Factors, Market Trends, and Revenue Forecast
Key Players Covered in the Report	BASF SE; Evonik Industries AG; Formosa Plastics Corporation; Kampgrounds of America, Inc; LG Chem; Nagase Viita Co; NIPPON SHOKUBAI CO., LTD; SANYO CHEMICAL INDUSTRIES, LTD; and SONGWON

Regional Outlook

In terms of region, the global super absorbent polymers (SAP) market is classified as Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Europe, and Middle East & Africa. Asia Pacific held a major market share in 2023, due to increased demand for SAP in various applications.

Growing agricultural sector in the region and the need for efficient water management solutions create the demand for SAP in agriculture, particularly for soil moisture retention and crop enhancement. Furthermore, rising awareness about personal hygiene and growing population fuel the consumption of SAP in hygiene products, including diapers and sanitary napkins in this region.

The market in North America is projected to grow at a significant pace in the years to come, owing to the growing aging population and rising awareness about personal hygiene. Moreover, the trend toward thin and discreet disposable hygiene products with high absorbency is anticipated to fuel the adoption of SAP in the hygiene sector.

According to the report published by the US Census Bureau on May 25, 2023, the older population in the United States reached 55.8 million, accounting for 16.8% of the total population in 2020.

Super Absorbent Polymers (SAP) Market Segment Insights

Type Segment Analysis

Based on type, the super absorbent polymers (SAP) market is divided into polyacrylate/polyacrylamide copolymer, bio-based SAP, sodium polyacrylate, and others. The bio-based SAP segment is expected to expand at a significant pace in the coming years, due to the growing environmental concerns and the shift toward sustainable solutions.

Bio-based SAPs are derived from renewable sources, such as starch, cellulose, and chitosan. They offer biodegradability, reduced carbon footprint, and low environmental impact as compared to traditional petroleum-based SAPs. Moreover, increasing regulations aimed at reducing plastic waste and promoting eco-friendly alternatives boost the demand for bio-based SAPs.

Application Segment Analysis

On the basis of application, the global market is segregated into medical, personal hygiene, agriculture, industrial, and others. The personal hygiene segment held the largest share of the market in 2023, due to the widespread use of SAPs in personal hygiene products, including diapers, sanitary napkins, and adult incontinence pads.

Growing global population and rising standards of living led to the high demand for disposable hygiene products. SAPs offer superior absorbency, fluid retention, and leakage protection in modern hygiene products. Additionally, evolving consumer preferences toward thin, discreet, and high-absorbency products have further fueling the adoption of SAPs in the personal hygiene sector.

The medical segment is anticipated to expand at a substantial CAGR during the forecast period, owing to the increasing healthcare expenditures and rising demand for advanced wound care products.

SAPs is extensive use in medical applications, including wound dressings, surgical pads, and absorbent bed pads due to their exceptional absorbency properties. Moreover, technological advancements in SAP formulations are leading to the development of innovative medical products further boosting the market.

Segments

The super absorbent polymers (SAP) market has been segmented on the basis of

Type

Polyacrylate/Polyacrylamide Copolymer
Bio-based SAP
Sodium Polyacrylate
Others

Application

Medical
Personal Hygiene
Agriculture
Industrial
Others

Region

Asia Pacific
North America
Latin America
Europe
Middle East & Africa

Key Players

BASF SE
Evonik Industries AG
Formosa Plastics Corporation
Kampgrounds of America, Inc
LG Chem
Nagase Viita Co
NIPPON SHOKUBAI CO., LTD
SANYO CHEMICAL INDUSTRIES, LTD
SONGWON

Competitive Landscape

Key players competing in the global super absorbent polymers (SAP) market are BASF SE; Evonik Industries AG; Formosa Plastics Corporation; Kampgrounds of America, Inc; LG Chem; Nagase Viita Co; NIPPON SHOKUBAI CO., LTD; SANYO CHEMICAL INDUSTRIES, LTD; and SONGWON.

These companies use development strategies including mergers, acquisitions, partnerships, collaboration, and product launches to expand their consumer base worldwide. For instance,

On February 1, 2023, Nagase Viita Co., Ltd. announced the successful development of a bio-based high biomass containing super absorbent polymer. Nagase is aiming to launch this product in 2025, with progress in establishing techniques for mass production and constructing a production system for the bio-based super absorbent polymer.

Table Of Content

1. Executive Summary
2. Assumptions and Acronyms Used
3. Research Methodology
4. Super Absorbent Polymers (SAP) Market Overview
  4.1. Introduction
     4.1.1. Market Taxonomy
     4.1.2. Market Definition
  4.2. Macro-Economic Factors
     4.2.1. Industry Outlook
  4.3. Super Absorbent Polymers (SAP) Market Dynamics
     4.3.1. Market Drivers
     4.3.2. Market Restraints
     4.3.3. Opportunity
     4.3.4. Market Trends
  4.4. Super Absorbent Polymers (SAP) Market - Supply Chain
  4.5. Global Super Absorbent Polymers (SAP) Market Forecast
     4.5.1. Super Absorbent Polymers (SAP) Market Size (US$ Mn) and Y-o-Y Growth
     4.5.2. Super Absorbent Polymers (SAP) Market Size (000â€™ Units) and Y-o-Y Growth
     4.5.3. Super Absorbent Polymers (SAP) Market Absolute $ Opportunity
5. Global Super Absorbent Polymers (SAP) Market Analysis and Forecast by Types
  5.1. Market Trends
  5.2. Introduction
     5.2.1. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Types
     5.2.2. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Types
  5.3. Super Absorbent Polymers (SAP) Market Size and Volume Forecast by Types
     5.3.1. Polyacrylate/Polyacrylamide Copolymer
     5.3.2. Bio-based SAP
     5.3.3. Sodium Polyacrylate
     5.3.4. Others
  5.4. Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Types
  5.5. Market Attractiveness/Growth Potential Analysis by Types
6. Global Super Absorbent Polymers (SAP) Market Analysis and Forecast by Applications
  6.1. Market Trends
  6.2. Introduction
     6.2.1. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Applications
     6.2.2. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Applications
  6.3. Super Absorbent Polymers (SAP) Market Size and Volume Forecast by Applications
     6.3.1. Medical
     6.3.2. Personal Hygiene
     6.3.3. Agriculture
     6.3.4. Industrial
     6.3.5. Others
  6.4. Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Applications
  6.5. Market Attractiveness/Growth Potential Analysis by Applications
7. Global Super Absorbent Polymers (SAP) Market Analysis and Forecast by Region
  7.1. Market Trends
  7.2. Introduction
     7.2.1. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Region
     7.2.2. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Region
  7.3. Super Absorbent Polymers (SAP) Market Size and Volume Forecast by Region
     7.3.1. North America
     7.3.2. Latin America
     7.3.3. Europe
     7.3.4. Asia Pacific
     7.3.5. Middle East and Africa (MEA)
  7.4. Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Region
  7.5. Market Attractiveness/Growth Potential Analysis by Region
  7.6. Global Super Absorbent Polymers (SAP) Demand Share Forecast, 2019-2026
8. North America Super Absorbent Polymers (SAP) Market Analysis and Forecast
  8.1. Introduction
     8.1.1. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
     8.1.2. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Country
  8.2. North America Super Absorbent Polymers (SAP) Market Size and Volume Forecast by Country
     8.2.1. U.S.
     8.2.2. Canada
  8.3. Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
  8.4. North America Super Absorbent Polymers (SAP) Market Size and Volume Forecast by Types
     8.4.1. Polyacrylate/Polyacrylamide Copolymer
     8.4.2. Bio-based SAP
     8.4.3. Sodium Polyacrylate
     8.4.4. Others
  8.5. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Types
  8.6. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Types
  8.7. North America Super Absorbent Polymers (SAP) Market Size and Volume Forecast by Applications
     8.7.1. Medical
     8.7.2. Personal Hygiene
     8.7.3. Agriculture
     8.7.4. Industrial
     8.7.5. Others
  8.8. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Applications
  8.9. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Applications
  8.10. Market Attractiveness/Growth Potential Analysis
     8.10.1. By Country
     8.10.2. By Product Type
     8.10.3. By Application
  8.11. North America Super Absorbent Polymers (SAP) Demand Share Forecast, 2019-2026
9. Latin America Super Absorbent Polymers (SAP) Market Analysis and Forecast
  9.1. Introduction
     9.1.1. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
     9.1.2. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Country
     9.1.3. Latin America Average Pricing Analysis
  9.2. Latin America Super Absorbent Polymers (SAP) Market Size and Volume Forecast by Country
      9.2.1. Brazil
      9.2.2. Mexico
      9.2.3. Rest of Latin America
   9.3. Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
  9.4. Latin America Super Absorbent Polymers (SAP) Market Size and Volume Forecast by Types
     9.4.1. Polyacrylate/Polyacrylamide Copolymer
     9.4.2. Bio-based SAP
     9.4.3. Sodium Polyacrylate
     9.4.4. Others
  9.5. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Types
  9.6. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Types
  9.7. Latin America Super Absorbent Polymers (SAP) Market Size and Volume Forecast by Applications
     9.7.1. Medical
     9.7.2. Personal Hygiene
     9.7.3. Agriculture
     9.7.4. Industrial
     9.7.5. Others
  9.8. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Applications
  9.9. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Applications
  9.10. Market Attractiveness/Growth Potential Analysis
     9.10.1. By Country
     9.10.2. By Product Type
     9.10.3. By Application
  9.11. Latin America Super Absorbent Polymers (SAP) Demand Share Forecast, 2019-2026
10. Europe Super Absorbent Polymers (SAP) Market Analysis and Forecast
  10.1. Introduction
     10.1.1. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
     10.1.2. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Country
     10.1.3. Europe Average Pricing Analysis
  10.2. Europe Super Absorbent Polymers (SAP) Market Size and Volume Forecast by Country
     10.2.1. Germany
     10.2.2. France
     10.2.3. Italy
     10.2.4. U.K.
     10.2.5. Spain
     10.2.6. Russia
     10.2.7. Rest of Europe
  10.3. Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
  10.4. Europe Super Absorbent Polymers (SAP) Market Size and Volume Forecast by Types
     10.4.1. Polyacrylate/Polyacrylamide Copolymer
     10.4.2. Bio-based SAP
     10.4.3. Sodium Polyacrylate
     10.4.4. Others
  10.5. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Types
  10.6. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Types
  10.7. Europe Super Absorbent Polymers (SAP) Market Size and Volume Forecast by Applications
     10.7.1. Medical
     10.7.2. Personal Hygiene
     10.7.3. Agriculture
     10.7.4. Industrial
     10.7.5. Others
  10.8. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Applications
  10.9. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Applications
  10.10. Market Attractiveness/Growth Potential Analysis
     10.10.1. By Country
     10.10.2. By Product Type
     10.10.3. By Application
  10.11. Europe Super Absorbent Polymers (SAP) Demand Share Forecast, 2019-2026
11. Asia Pacific Super Absorbent Polymers (SAP) Market Analysis and Forecast
  11.1. Introduction
     11.1.1. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
     11.1.2. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Country
     11.1.3. Asia Pacific Average Pricing Analysis
  11.2. Asia Pacific Super Absorbent Polymers (SAP) Market Size and Volume Forecast by Country
     11.2.1. China
     11.2.2. Japan
     11.2.3. South Korea
     11.2.4. India
     11.2.5. Australia
     11.2.6. Rest of Asia Pacific (APAC)
  11.3. Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
  11.4. Asia Pacific Super Absorbent Polymers (SAP) Market Size and Volume Forecast by Types
     11.4.1. Polyacrylate/Polyacrylamide Copolymer
     11.4.2. Bio-based SAP
     11.4.3. Sodium Polyacrylate
     11.4.4. Others
  11.5. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Types
  11.6. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Types
  11.7. Asia Pacific Super Absorbent Polymers (SAP) Market Size and Volume Forecast by Applications
     11.7.1. Medical
     11.7.2. Personal Hygiene
     11.7.3. Agriculture
     11.7.4. Industrial
     11.7.5. Others
  11.8. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Applications
  11.9. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Applications
  11.10. Market Attractiveness/Growth Potential Analysis
     11.10.1. By Country
     11.10.2. By Product Type
     11.10.3. By Application
  11.11. Asia Pacific Super Absorbent Polymers (SAP) Demand Share Forecast, 2019-2026
12. Middle East & Africa Super Absorbent Polymers (SAP) Market Analysis and Forecast
  12.1. Introduction
     12.1.1. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
     12.1.2. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Country
     12.1.3. Middle East & Africa Average Pricing Analysis
  12.2. Middle East & Africa Super Absorbent Polymers (SAP) Market Size and Volume Forecast by Country
     12.2.1. Saudi Arabia
     12.2.2. South Africa
     12.2.3. UAE
     12.2.4. Rest of Middle East & Africa (MEA)
  12.3. Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
  12.4. Middle East & Africa Super Absorbent Polymers (SAP) Market Size and Volume Forecast by Types
     12.4.1. Polyacrylate/Polyacrylamide Copolymer
     12.4.2. Bio-based SAP
     12.4.3. Sodium Polyacrylate
     12.4.4. Others
  12.5. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Types
  12.6. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Types
  12.7. Middle East & Africa Super Absorbent Polymers (SAP) Market Size and Volume Forecast by Applications
     12.7.1. Medical
     12.7.2. Personal Hygiene
     12.7.3. Agriculture
     12.7.4. Industrial
     12.7.5. Others
  12.8. Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Applications
  12.9. Y-o-Y Growth Projections by Applications
  12.10. Market Attractiveness/Growth Potential Analysis
     12.10.1. By Country
     12.10.2. By Product Type
     12.10.3. By Application
  12.11. Middle East & Africa Super Absorbent Polymers (SAP) Demand Share Forecast, 2019-2026
13. Competition Landscape
  13.1. Global Super Absorbent Polymers (SAP) Market: Market Share Analysis
  13.2. Super Absorbent Polymers (SAP) Distributors and Customers
  13.3. Super Absorbent Polymers (SAP) Market: Competitive Dashboard
  13.4. Company Profiles (Details: Overview, Financials, Developments, Strategy)
     13.4.1. BASF SE
     13.4.2. Evonik Industries AG
     13.4.3. Formosa Plastics Corporation
     13.4.4. Kampgrounds of America, Inc
     13.4.5. LG Chem
     13.4.6. Nagase Viita Co
     13.4.7. NIPPON SHOKUBAI CO., LTD
     13.4.8. SANYO CHEMICAL INDUSTRIES, LTD
     13.4.9. SONGWON