1 Market Overview

• 1.1 Product Overview and Scope
• 1.2 Market Estimation Caveats and Base Year
• 1.3 Market Analysis by Type
  • 1.3.1 Overview: Global Hydrogel Consumption Value by Type: 2020 Versus 2024 Versus 2031
  • 1.3.2 Chemical Crosslinking
  • 1.3.3 Physical Crosslinking
• 1.4 Market Analysis by Application
  • 1.4.1 Overview: Global Hydrogel Consumption Value by Application: 2020 Versus 2024 Versus 2031
  • 1.4.2 Medical
  • 1.4.3 Consumer Goods
  • 1.4.4 Cosmetics
  • 1.4.5 Agriculture
  • 1.4.6 Petrochemicals
  • 1.4.7 Construction
  • 1.4.8 Other
• 1.5 Global Hydrogel Market Size & Forecast
  • 1.5.1 Global Hydrogel Consumption Value (2020 & 2024 & 2031)
  • 1.5.2 Global Hydrogel Sales Quantity (2020-2031)
  • 1.5.3 Global Hydrogel Average Price (2020-2031)

2 Manufacturers Profiles

• 2.1 Teikoku Pharma
  • 2.1.1 Teikoku Pharma Details
  • 2.1.2 Teikoku Pharma Major Business
  • 2.1.3 Teikoku Pharma Hydrogel Product and Services
  • 2.1.4 Teikoku Pharma Hydrogel Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2020-2025)
  • 2.1.5 Teikoku Pharma Recent Developments/Updates
• 2.2 Hisamitsu
  • 2.2.1 Hisamitsu Details
  • 2.2.2 Hisamitsu Major Business
  • 2.2.3 Hisamitsu Hydrogel Product and Services
  • 2.2.4 Hisamitsu Hydrogel Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2020-2025)
  • 2.2.5 Hisamitsu Recent Developments/Updates
• 2.3 Johnson & Johnson
  • 2.3.1 Johnson & Johnson Details
  • 2.3.2 Johnson & Johnson Major Business
  • 2.3.3 Johnson & Johnson Hydrogel Product and Services
  • 2.3.4 Johnson & Johnson Hydrogel Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2020-2025)
  • 2.3.5 Johnson & Johnson Recent Developments/Updates
• 2.4 Novartis
  • 2.4.1 Novartis Details
  • 2.4.2 Novartis Major Business
  • 2.4.3 Novartis Hydrogel Product and Services
  • 2.4.4 Novartis Hydrogel Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2020-2025)
  • 2.4.5 Novartis Recent Developments/Updates
• 2.5 ConvaTec
  • 2.5.1 ConvaTec Details
  • 2.5.2 ConvaTec Major Business
  • 2.5.3 ConvaTec Hydrogel Product and Services
  • 2.5.4 ConvaTec Hydrogel Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2020-2025)
  • 2.5.5 ConvaTec Recent Developments/Updates
• 2.6 Smith&Nephew United
  • 2.6.1 Smith&Nephew United Details
  • 2.6.2 Smith&Nephew United Major Business
  • 2.6.3 Smith&Nephew United Hydrogel Product and Services
  • 2.6.4 Smith&Nephew United Hydrogel Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2020-2025)
  • 2.6.5 Smith&Nephew United Recent Developments/Updates
• 2.7 Hollister
  • 2.7.1 Hollister Details
  • 2.7.2 Hollister Major Business
  • 2.7.3 Hollister Hydrogel Product and Services
  • 2.7.4 Hollister Hydrogel Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2020-2025)
  • 2.7.5 Hollister Recent Developments/Updates
• 2.8 Paul Hartmann
  • 2.8.1 Paul Hartmann Details
  • 2.8.2 Paul Hartmann Major Business
  • 2.8.3 Paul Hartmann Hydrogel Product and Services
  • 2.8.4 Paul Hartmann Hydrogel Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2020-2025)
  • 2.8.5 Paul Hartmann Recent Developments/Updates
• 2.9 Coloplast
  • 2.9.1 Coloplast Details
  • 2.9.2 Coloplast Major Business
  • 2.9.3 Coloplast Hydrogel Product and Services
  • 2.9.4 Coloplast Hydrogel Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2020-2025)
  • 2.9.5 Coloplast Recent Developments/Updates
• 2.10 3M
  • 2.10.1 3M Details
  • 2.10.2 3M Major Business
  • 2.10.3 3M Hydrogel Product and Services
  • 2.10.4 3M Hydrogel Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2020-2025)
  • 2.10.5 3M Recent Developments/Updates
• 2.11 Molnlycke Health Care
  • 2.11.1 Molnlycke Health Care Details
  • 2.11.2 Molnlycke Health Care Major Business
  • 2.11.3 Molnlycke Health Care Hydrogel Product and Services
  • 2.11.4 Molnlycke Health Care Hydrogel Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2020-2025)
  • 2.11.5 Molnlycke Health Care Recent Developments/Updates
• 2.12 Axelgaard
  • 2.12.1 Axelgaard Details
  • 2.12.2 Axelgaard Major Business
  • 2.12.3 Axelgaard Hydrogel Product and Services
  • 2.12.4 Axelgaard Hydrogel Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2020-2025)
  • 2.12.5 Axelgaard Recent Developments/Updates
• 2.13 Jiyuan
  • 2.13.1 Jiyuan Details
  • 2.13.2 Jiyuan Major Business
  • 2.13.3 Jiyuan Hydrogel Product and Services
  • 2.13.4 Jiyuan Hydrogel Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2020-2025)
  • 2.13.5 Jiyuan Recent Developments/Updates
• 2.14 Guojia
  • 2.14.1 Guojia Details
  • 2.14.2 Guojia Major Business
  • 2.14.3 Guojia Hydrogel Product and Services
  • 2.14.4 Guojia Hydrogel Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2020-2025)
  • 2.14.5 Guojia Recent Developments/Updates
• 2.15 Huayang
  • 2.15.1 Huayang Details
  • 2.15.2 Huayang Major Business
  • 2.15.3 Huayang Hydrogel Product and Services
  • 2.15.4 Huayang Hydrogel Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2020-2025)
  • 2.15.5 Huayang Recent Developments/Updates

3 Competitive Environment: Hydrogel by Manufacturer

• 3.1 Global Hydrogel Sales Quantity by Manufacturer (2020-2025)
• 3.2 Global Hydrogel Revenue by Manufacturer (2020-2025)
• 3.3 Global Hydrogel Average Price by Manufacturer (2020-2025)
• 3.4 Market Share Analysis (2024)
  • 3.4.1 Producer Shipments of Hydrogel by Manufacturer Revenue ($MM) and Market Share (%): 2024
  • 3.4.2 Top 3 Hydrogel Manufacturer Market Share in 2024
  • 3.4.3 Top 6 Hydrogel Manufacturer Market Share in 2024
• 3.5 Hydrogel Market: Overall Company Footprint Analysis
  • 3.5.1 Hydrogel Market: Region Footprint
  • 3.5.2 Hydrogel Market: Company Product Type Footprint
  • 3.5.3 Hydrogel Market: Company Product Application Footprint
• 3.6 New Market Entrants and Barriers to Market Entry
• 3.7 Mergers, Acquisition, Agreements, and Collaborations

4 Consumption Analysis by Region

• 4.1 Global Hydrogel Market Size by Region
  • 4.1.1 Global Hydrogel Sales Quantity by Region (2020-2031)
  • 4.1.2 Global Hydrogel Consumption Value by Region (2020-2031)
  • 4.1.3 Global Hydrogel Average Price by Region (2020-2031)
• 4.2 North America Hydrogel Consumption Value (2020-2031)
• 4.3 Europe Hydrogel Consumption Value (2020-2031)
• 4.4 Asia-Pacific Hydrogel Consumption Value (2020-2031)
• 4.5 South America Hydrogel Consumption Value (2020-2031)
• 4.6 Middle East & Africa Hydrogel Consumption Value (2020-2031)

5 Market Segment by Type

• 5.1 Global Hydrogel Sales Quantity by Type (2020-2031)
• 5.2 Global Hydrogel Consumption Value by Type (2020-2031)
• 5.3 Global Hydrogel Average Price by Type (2020-2031)

6 Market Segment by Application

• 6.1 Global Hydrogel Sales Quantity by Application (2020-2031)
• 6.2 Global Hydrogel Consumption Value by Application (2020-2031)
• 6.3 Global Hydrogel Average Price by Application (2020-2031)

7 North America

• 7.1 North America Hydrogel Sales Quantity by Type (2020-2031)
• 7.2 North America Hydrogel Sales Quantity by Application (2020-2031)
• 7.3 North America Hydrogel Market Size by Country
  • 7.3.1 North America Hydrogel Sales Quantity by Country (2020-2031)
  • 7.3.2 North America Hydrogel Consumption Value by Country (2020-2031)
  • 7.3.3 United States Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)
  • 7.3.4 Canada Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)
  • 7.3.5 Mexico Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)

8 Europe

• 8.1 Europe Hydrogel Sales Quantity by Type (2020-2031)
• 8.2 Europe Hydrogel Sales Quantity by Application (2020-2031)
• 8.3 Europe Hydrogel Market Size by Country
  • 8.3.1 Europe Hydrogel Sales Quantity by Country (2020-2031)
  • 8.3.2 Europe Hydrogel Consumption Value by Country (2020-2031)
  • 8.3.3 Germany Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)
  • 8.3.4 France Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)
  • 8.3.5 United Kingdom Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)
  • 8.3.6 Russia Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)
  • 8.3.7 Italy Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)

9 Asia-Pacific

• 9.1 Asia-Pacific Hydrogel Sales Quantity by Type (2020-2031)
• 9.2 Asia-Pacific Hydrogel Sales Quantity by Application (2020-2031)
• 9.3 Asia-Pacific Hydrogel Market Size by Region
  • 9.3.1 Asia-Pacific Hydrogel Sales Quantity by Region (2020-2031)
  • 9.3.2 Asia-Pacific Hydrogel Consumption Value by Region (2020-2031)
  • 9.3.3 China Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)
  • 9.3.4 Japan Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)
  • 9.3.5 South Korea Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)
  • 9.3.6 India Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)
  • 9.3.7 Southeast Asia Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)
  • 9.3.8 Australia Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)

10 South America

• 10.1 South America Hydrogel Sales Quantity by Type (2020-2031)
• 10.2 South America Hydrogel Sales Quantity by Application (2020-2031)
• 10.3 South America Hydrogel Market Size by Country
  • 10.3.1 South America Hydrogel Sales Quantity by Country (2020-2031)
  • 10.3.2 South America Hydrogel Consumption Value by Country (2020-2031)
  • 10.3.3 Brazil Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)
  • 10.3.4 Argentina Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)

11 Middle East & Africa

• 11.1 Middle East & Africa Hydrogel Sales Quantity by Type (2020-2031)
• 11.2 Middle East & Africa Hydrogel Sales Quantity by Application (2020-2031)
• 11.3 Middle East & Africa Hydrogel Market Size by Country
  • 11.3.1 Middle East & Africa Hydrogel Sales Quantity by Country (2020-2031)
  • 11.3.2 Middle East & Africa Hydrogel Consumption Value by Country (2020-2031)
  • 11.3.3 Turkey Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)
  • 11.3.4 Egypt Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)
  • 11.3.5 Saudi Arabia Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)
  • 11.3.6 South Africa Market Size and Forecast (2020-2031)

12 Market Dynamics

• 12.1 Hydrogel Market Drivers
• 12.2 Hydrogel Market Restraints
• 12.3 Hydrogel Trends Analysis
• 12.4 Porters Five Forces Analysis
  • 12.4.1 Threat of New Entrants
  • 12.4.2 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
  • 12.4.3 Bargaining Power of Buyers
  • 12.4.4 Threat of Substitutes
  • 12.4.5 Competitive Rivalry

13 Raw Material and Industry Chain

• 13.1 Raw Material of Hydrogel and Key Manufacturers
• 13.2 Manufacturing Costs Percentage of Hydrogel
• 13.3 Hydrogel Production Process
• 13.4 Industry Value Chain Analysis

14 Shipments by Distribution Channel

• 14.1 Sales Channel
  • 14.1.1 Direct to End-User
  • 14.1.2 Distributors
• 14.2 Hydrogel Typical Distributors
• 14.3 Hydrogel Typical Customers

15 Research Findings and Conclusion

16 Appendix

• 16.1 Methodology
• 16.2 Research Process and Data Source

According to our (Global Info Research) latest study, the global Hydrogel market size was valued at US$ 3262 million in 2024 and is forecast to a readjusted size of USD 4508 million by 2031 with a CAGR of 4.8% during review period.
Hydrogel refers to a gel-like or colloidal substance predominantly composed of water and solid materials, characterized by its unique ability to hold significant amounts of water within its polymeric network. These hydrophilic polymers can absorb and retain water, creating a three-dimensional structure that retains its shape while swelling with moisture. Hydrogels can be classified into various types based on their source (natural or synthetic) and their responsiveness to environmental stimuli, such as pH, temperature, or ionic strength. This versatility allows hydrogels to be utilized across a wide array of applications, including medicine (for wound dressings and drug delivery systems), industrial uses (as absorbents and coatings), and consumer goods (such as hygiene products and cosmetics). The high water content of hydrogels makes them suitable for applications requiring moisture retention and biocompatibility, making them integral to advancements in various fields.
Market Trends for Hydrogel: The hydrogel market has experienced substantial growth over recent years, driven primarily by advancements in healthcare and an increasing demand for innovative materials across various industries. The United States stands as the largest market for hydrogels, accounting for approximately 39% of the global market share, followed closely by Europe with around 31%. This growth is largely attributed to the rising prevalence of chronic wounds, increasing surgical procedures, and the demand for effective drug delivery systems, all of which rely on hydrogels for their moisture-retentive and biocompatible properties. Furthermore, the growing emphasis on wound care management and the aging population in developed regions continue to propel the market forward, highlighting the critical role that hydrogels play in enhancing patient outcomes.
Competitive Landscape and Future Outlook: The competitive landscape of the hydrogel market is characterized by a number of prominent manufacturers, with leading companies like 3M and ConvaTec commanding approximately 28% of the market share. These companies are continually innovating and expanding their product offerings to meet the diverse needs of end-users. The increasing focus on research and development in hydrogel formulations and applications is expected to foster market expansion further. Additionally, emerging markets in Asia-Pacific are anticipated to witness significant growth in hydrogel demand due to rapid industrialization and improvements in healthcare infrastructure. As technological advancements continue to enhance the properties and applications of hydrogels, the market is well-positioned for sustained growth in the coming years, with opportunities arising from new sectors such as agriculture and environmental sustainability. This dynamic landscape underscores the importance of hydrogels as essential materials in meeting the evolving needs of various industries.
This report is a detailed and comprehensive analysis for global Hydrogel market. Both quantitative and qualitative analyses are presented by manufacturers, by region & country, by Type and by Application. As the market is constantly changing, this report explores the competition, supply and demand trends, as well as key factors that contribute to its changing demands across many markets. Company profiles and product examples of selected competitors, along with market share estimates of some of the selected leaders for the year 2025, are provided.
Key Features:
Global Hydrogel market size and forecasts, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (MT), and average selling prices (USD/MT), 2020-2031
Global Hydrogel market size and forecasts by region and country, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (MT), and average selling prices (USD/MT), 2020-2031
Global Hydrogel market size and forecasts, by Type and by Application, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (MT), and average selling prices (USD/MT), 2020-2031
Global Hydrogel market shares of main players, shipments in revenue ($ Million), sales quantity (MT), and ASP (USD/MT), 2020-2025
The Primary Objectives in This Report Are:
To determine the size of the total market opportunity of global and key countries
To assess the growth potential for Hydrogel
To forecast future growth in each product and end-use market
To assess competitive factors affecting the marketplace
This report profiles key players in the global Hydrogel market based on the following parameters - company overview, sales quantity, revenue, price, gross margin, product portfolio, geographical presence, and key developments. Key companies covered as a part of this study include Teikoku Pharma, Hisamitsu, Johnson & Johnson, Novartis, ConvaTec, Smith&Nephew United, Hollister, Paul Hartmann, Coloplast, 3M, etc.
This report also provides key insights about market drivers, restraints, opportunities, new product launches or approvals.
Market Segmentation
Hydrogel market is split by Type and by Application. For the period 2020-2031, the growth among segments provides accurate calculations and forecasts for consumption value by Type, and by Application in terms of volume and value. This analysis can help you expand your business by targeting qualified niche markets.
Market segment by Type
Chemical Crosslinking
Physical Crosslinking
Market segment by Application
Medical
Consumer Goods
Cosmetics
Agriculture
Petrochemicals
Construction
Other
Major players covered
Teikoku Pharma
Hisamitsu
Johnson & Johnson
Novartis
ConvaTec
Smith&Nephew United
Hollister
Paul Hartmann
Coloplast
3M
Molnlycke Health Care
Axelgaard
Jiyuan
Guojia
Huayang
Market segment by region, regional analysis covers
North America (United States, Canada, and Mexico)
Europe (Germany, France, United Kingdom, Russia, Italy, and Rest of Europe)
Asia-Pacific (China, Japan, Korea, India, Southeast Asia, and Australia)
South America (Brazil, Argentina, Colombia, and Rest of South America)
Middle East & Africa (Saudi Arabia, UAE, Egypt, South Africa, and Rest of Middle East & Africa)
The content of the study subjects, includes a total of 15 chapters:
Chapter 1, to describe Hydrogel product scope, market overview, market estimation caveats and base year.
Chapter 2, to profile the top manufacturers of Hydrogel, with price, sales quantity, revenue, and global market share of Hydrogel from 2020 to 2025.
Chapter 3, the Hydrogel competitive situation, sales quantity, revenue, and global market share of top manufacturers are analyzed emphatically by landscape contrast.
Chapter 4, the Hydrogel breakdown data are shown at the regional level, to show the sales quantity, consumption value, and growth by regions, from 2020 to 2031.
Chapter 5 and 6, to segment the sales by Type and by Application, with sales market share and growth rate by Type, by Application, from 2020 to 2031.
Chapter 7, 8, 9, 10 and 11, to break the sales data at the country level, with sales quantity, consumption value, and market share for key countries in the world, from 2020 to 2025.and Hydrogel market forecast, by regions, by Type, and by Application, with sales and revenue, from 2026 to 2031.
Chapter 12, market dynamics, drivers, restraints, trends, and Porters Five Forces analysis.
Chapter 13, the key raw materials and key suppliers, and industry chain of Hydrogel.
Chapter 14 and 15, to describe Hydrogel sales channel, distributors, customers, research findings and conclusion.