Global Acrylic Acid Market Outlook to 2026

Acrylic Acid (C3H4O2) is the simplest unsaturated carboxylic acid. It is a colorless liquid having a characteristic acrid or tart smell. Acrylic acid is mainly used to produce acrylic esters and resins which are needed for coatings and adhesives. It is also used in oil treatment chemicals, water treatment chemicals, and polyacrylic acid polymers.

According to BlueQuark Research & Consulting, the global Acrylic Acid market is expected to witness a significant growth rate having a CAGR of around 5% during the forecast period. The major factors responsible for the Global Acrylic Acid market's growth are increasing surfactants' consumption, surface coatings, and adhesives & sealants. Also, the growing demand for superabsorbent polymers in the personal care industry is expected to drive growth over the forecast period. However, the growth prospects of the market are hampered by fluctuating raw material prices.

Asia-Pacific region is projected to be the largest market for global Acrylic Acid. Due to the growing investments in the infrastructure, automotive, and construction industries, the demand for paints and coatings is increasing in this region. Asia-Pacific region is the major consumer of hygiene and personal care products in the world. The demand for personal care and hygiene products in the region is attributed to the region's large infant population, leading to an increase in personal and hygiene care spending.

In terms of segmentation by derivatives, the Global Acrylic Acid market is dominated by Acrylate esters. They exhibit properties such as color stability, clarity, aging, heat resistance, and excellent weather-ability, and hence are used in coating & adhesives industries.

Sanitary products are the segment with the largest market share in the Acrylic Acid market in terms of segmentation by the application. The increasing awareness of hygiene among all population groups is expected to promote the usage of sanitary products such as sanitary pads, diapers, and pads, which in turn, may likely increase the consumption of acrylic acid during the forecast period.

The Global Acrylic Acid market is partially consolidated. Major companies in the market were found to be Arkema, BASF, LG Chemical, Mitsubishi Chemicals, Sinopec, and Evonik Industries, among others.

In 2018, BASF SE announced that it would make a joint venture with Petronas to increase its production capacity at its acrylic acid and butyl acrylate plants in Kuantan, Malaysia, to cater to the increasing demand for acrylic monomers in the Asia Pacific region.

Global Acrylic Acid Market report provides deep insight into the Acrylic Acid market's current and future state across various regions. The study comprehensively analyzes the Acrylic Acid market by segmenting based on Derivatives (Acrylic Ester (Butyl Acrylate, Ethyl Acrylate, Methyl Acrylate, 2-Ethylhexyl Acrylate) and Glacial Acrylic Acid (Super Absorbent Polymer, Detergent Builder, Polyacrylate)), Application (Sanitary Products, Adhesives and Sealants, Paints and Coatings, Surfactants, Textiles and, Other Applications), and Geography (North America, Asia-Pacific, South America, Europe, and Middle-East and Africa). The report examines the market drivers and restraints and the impact of Covid-19 on the market growth in detail. The study covers & includes emerging market trends, developments, opportunities, and challenges in the industry. This report also extensively researched competitive landscape sections with major companies' profiles, including their market shares and projects.