According to our (Global Info Research) latest study, the global Polymers in Agrochemicals market size was valued at US$ 177 million in 2025 and is forecast to a readjusted size of US$ 248 million by 2032 with a CAGR of 5.0% during review period.
In 2024, global sales of povidone and cellulose for agricultural use will reach 80,000 tons, with an average selling price of approximately US$2,000 per ton. Agricultural polyvinylpyrrolidone (PVP) is a water-soluble high-molecular-weight polymer used primarily in agriculture as a seed coating agent (to prevent disease and promote germination), a pesticide carrier (for slow release and improved utilization), and a soil conditioner (for water retention and improved aggregate structure). Agricultural cellulose, typically carboxymethyl cellulose (CMC) or other modified celluloses, is widely used to thicken pesticide suspensions (to prevent sedimentation), slow-release fertilizers (to control nutrient release), and as a carrier for biostimulants (to enhance crop stress resistance). Polymers have a wide range of applications in agriculture. Although initially used as structural materials (intrinsic polymers), functionalized polymers have revolutionized the agricultural and food industries over the past few decades, providing new tools for a wide range of applications.
Global key polymers in agrochemicals players include Borregaard, DKS Co. Ltd and Ashland etc. The top 3 companies hold a share about 67%. Asia-Pacific is the largest market with a share about 43%, followed by Europe and North America. In terms of product, PVP and derivate is the largest segment with a share about 40%. And in terms of applications, the largest application is seed coating with a share about 45%.
The main market drivers include the following:
1. Surging demand for agricultural modernization and sustainable development
Tightening environmental regulations: Over 60 countries worldwide have restricted the use of highly toxic pesticides, driving environmentally friendly adjuvants such as povidone and cellulose to replace traditional chemical solvents and reduce soil and water pollution.
High-efficiency agriculture trends: Povidone coating technology increases seed germination rates by 15%-20%, and cellulose slow-release fertilizers increase nitrogen utilization efficiency by 30%, aligning with the "reducing weight and reducing pesticide use" policy.
Growth in emerging markets: Agricultural modernization is accelerating in Southeast Asia, Africa, and other regions. Demand for agricultural adjuvants in emerging markets is expected to reach 45% by 2025, becoming a core growth driver.
2. Technological innovation drives functional upgrades and application expansion
Breakthroughs in material modification:
Povidone can be grafted to achieve pH-responsive release (e.g., as a pesticide carrier for alkaline soils), improving targeted application effectiveness.
Cellulose nanocrystals (CNCs) as biostimulant carriers enhance crop resistance to drought and salinity, and have achieved a 12% yield increase in laboratory settings. Intelligent Processing: Combining 3D printing technology to customize the coating layer structure extends the shelf life of povidone-coated seeds to 24 months, far exceeding the traditional 12 months.
Cross-border Technology Integration: Combining povidone with microbial agents has resulted in the development of a bio-chemical synergistic coating agent, improving disease control effectiveness by 40% and reducing costs by 25%.
3. Policy Support and Industry Chain Collaboration Accelerate Market Penetration
Government Subsidies and Standard Development:
China's "14th Five-Year Plan for National Agricultural Green Development" provides a 30% equipment subsidy for environmentally friendly pesticide carriers, promoting the use of povidone and cellulose adjuvants.
The EU's Sustainable Use of Pesticides Directive mandates that bio-based materials account for over 50% of pesticide carriers by 2030, forcing technological upgrades.
Accelerated Industry Chain Integration:
Upstream raw material companies (such as BASF and Dow) and downstream agrochemical companies (such as Syngenta and Bayer) are collaborating to develop customized solutions, shortening technology implementation cycles. Regional cluster formation: Industrial bases such as Shandong (povidone) and Jiangsu (cellulose) are building a "technology + scale" advantage through technological accumulation and capital integration.
Capital and cross-sector collaboration: Capital market enthusiasm is heating up, and medical and food-grade povidone companies are expanding into the agricultural market.
Driven by explosive growth in sustainable development demand, technological iteration and functional upgrades, and policy support and industry chain synergy, the agricultural povidone and cellulose markets are expected to become core growth areas for environmentally friendly pesticide carriers and biostimulant carriers.
This report is a detailed and comprehensive analysis for global Polymers in Agrochemicals 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 Polymers in Agrochemicals market size and forecasts, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (MT), and average selling prices (US$/MT), 2021-2032
Global Polymers in Agrochemicals market size and forecasts by region and country, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (MT), and average selling prices (US$/MT), 2021-2032
Global Polymers in Agrochemicals market size and forecasts, by Type and by Application, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (MT), and average selling prices (US$/MT), 2021-2032
Global Polymers in Agrochemicals market shares of main players, shipments in revenue ($ Million), sales quantity (MT), and ASP (US$/MT), 2021-2026
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 Polymers in Agrochemicals
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 Polymers in Agrochemicals 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 Ashland, Borregaard, DKS Co. Ltd, DuPont, NIPPON SHOKUBAI, Dow Chemical Company, SE Tylose GmbH & Co. KG, Shin-Etsu, Daicel Miraizu Ltd, Lotte Fine Chemical Co., Ltd, etc.
This report also provides key insights about market drivers, restraints, opportunities, new product launches or approvals.
Market Segmentation
Polymers in Agrochemicals market is split by Type and by Application. For the period 2021-2032, 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
PVP and Derivates
CMC
HEC
HPMC
HMHEC
MC
HPC
EC
Others
Market segment by Application
Seed Coating
Soil Protection
Others
Major players covered
Ashland
Borregaard
DKS Co. Ltd
DuPont
NIPPON SHOKUBAI
Dow Chemical Company
SE Tylose GmbH & Co. KG
Shin-Etsu
Daicel Miraizu Ltd
Lotte Fine Chemical Co., Ltd
Ruitai Chemical
Zhangzhou Huafu Chemical
Shanghai Yuking Water Soluble Material
Star-Tech Specialty Products Co., Ltd.
Jiaozuo Zhongwei Special Products Pharmaceutical
Xuzhou Liyuan
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 Polymers in Agrochemicals product scope, market overview, market estimation caveats and base year.
Chapter 2, to profile the top manufacturers of Polymers in Agrochemicals, with price, sales quantity, revenue, and global market share of Polymers in Agrochemicals from 2021 to 2026.
Chapter 3, the Polymers in Agrochemicals competitive situation, sales quantity, revenue, and global market share of top manufacturers are analyzed emphatically by landscape contrast.
Chapter 4, the Polymers in Agrochemicals breakdown data are shown at the regional level, to show the sales quantity, consumption value, and growth by regions, from 2021 to 2032.
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 2021 to 2032.
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 2021 to 2026.and Polymers in Agrochemicals market forecast, by regions, by Type, and by Application, with sales and revenue, from 2027 to 2032.
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 Polymers in Agrochemicals.
Chapter 14 and 15, to describe Polymers in Agrochemicals sales channel, distributors, customers, research findings and conclusion.
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