According to our (Global Info Research) latest study, the global Polyurethane Polyols market size was valued at US$ 20899 million in 2025 and is forecast to a readjusted size of US$ 27350 million by 2032 with a CAGR of 4.4% during review period.
Polyurethane polyols are the "backbone" or "building block" chemicals that react with isocyanates to produce polyurethane polymers. They are multifunctional alcohols containing two or more hydroxyl (-OH) groups.
Market Drivers
1. Energy Efficiency Regulations: Stringent building codes worldwide (e.g., EU's Green Deal, energy standards in North America & China) mandate better insulation, directly boosting demand for polyols used in spray foam and insulation panels (PIR/PUR boards).
2. Automotive Lightweighting & Comfort:
Lightweighting: Replacing heavy metal/plastic parts with lighter PU composites improves fuel efficiency and meets emission standards (for both ICE and EVs).
Comfort & NVH: Demand for premium seating (memory foam), interior trim, acoustic damping panels, and under-the-hood components drives polyol consumption.
3. Growing Appliance & Cold Chain Markets:
Refrigerators, freezers, and commercial cold storage rely on PU rigid foam for insulation. Demand is linked to urbanization, rising living standards, and the global food supply chain.
4. Flexible Foam in Furniture & Bedding:
A mature but stable market driven by housing, hospitality, and consumer desire for comfort. Trends like customizable mattresses (e.g., boxed beds) and ergonomic furniture support demand.
5. CASE Applications (Coatings, Adhesives, Sealants, Elastomers):
High-growth segment. PU coatings protect floors, industrial equipment, and automotive parts. PU adhesives and sealants are ubiquitous in construction, automotive, and packaging. This drives demand for high-performance polyester and specialty polyols.
This report is a detailed and comprehensive analysis for global Polyurethane Polyols 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 Polyurethane Polyols market size and forecasts, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (Kilotons), and average selling prices (US$/Ton), 2021-2032
Global Polyurethane Polyols market size and forecasts by region and country, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (Kilotons), and average selling prices (US$/Ton), 2021-2032
Global Polyurethane Polyols market size and forecasts, by Type and by Application, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (Kilotons), and average selling prices (US$/Ton), 2021-2032
Global Polyurethane Polyols market shares of main players, shipments in revenue ($ Million), sales quantity (Kilotons), and ASP (US$/Ton), 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 Polyurethane Polyols
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 Polyurethane Polyols 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 BASF, Huntsman, Kuraray, Dow, Covestro, DIC, AGC Chemical, Arkema, Sabic, Cargill, etc.
This report also provides key insights about market drivers, restraints, opportunities, new product launches or approvals.
Market Segmentation
Polyurethane Polyols 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
Polyether Polyols
Polyester Polyols
Market segment by Industry
Upholstered Furniture
Automotive
Footwear Materials
Other
Market segment by Marketing Method
Direct Sales
Distribution
Market segment by Application
Foam
CASE (Coatings, Adhesives, Sealants, and Elastomers)
Other
Major players covered
BASF
Huntsman
Kuraray
Dow
Covestro
DIC
AGC Chemical
Arkema
Sabic
Cargill
Purinova
Mitsui Chemical
Evonik
Stepan
Huafeng
Xuchuan Chemical
INOV
Jiahua
Wanhua
Huide Science & Technology
Longhua New Materials
CNOOC Shell
Changhua Chemical
Rongsheng Petrochemical
Wudi Dexin
Skori New Material
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 Polyurethane Polyols product scope, market overview, market estimation caveats and base year.
Chapter 2, to profile the top manufacturers of Polyurethane Polyols, with price, sales quantity, revenue, and global market share of Polyurethane Polyols from 2021 to 2026.
Chapter 3, the Polyurethane Polyols competitive situation, sales quantity, revenue, and global market share of top manufacturers are analyzed emphatically by landscape contrast.
Chapter 4, the Polyurethane Polyols 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 Polyurethane Polyols 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 Polyurethane Polyols.
Chapter 14 and 15, to describe Polyurethane Polyols sales channel, distributors, customers, research findings and conclusion.
Summary:
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