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Global Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) Market 2025 by Manufacturers, Regions, Type and Application, Forecast to 2031
- RnM4654063 |
- 05 December, 2025 |
- Global |
- 112 Pages |
- GIR |
- Chemical & Material
According to our (Global Info Research) latest study, the global Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) market size was valued at US$ 14230 million in 2024 and is forecast to a readjusted size of USD 19920 million by 2031 with a CAGR of 5.0% during review period.
Super-absorbent polymer (SAP) is a unique class of polymeric materials characterized by their remarkable ability to absorb and retain large quantities of aqueous solutions, often exceeding their own weight. These polymers are typically formed into granular or powder forms and can absorb liquid through a combination of physical and chemical mechanisms, including osmosis and swelling. SAPs are hydrophilic in nature, allowing them to interact with water molecules effectively, leading to a significant increase in volume upon absorption. This property makes them invaluable in various applications, particularly in hygiene products such as diapers and feminine hygiene products, where maintaining dryness and comfort is paramount. Beyond personal care, SAPs are also utilized in agriculture for soil moisture retention, construction for water management, and even in the entertainment industry for their water-absorbing properties.
Market Analysis of Super-Absorbent Polymer (SAP)
The global market for super-absorbent polymers is experiencing substantial growth, driven by increasing demand across various sectors, particularly in the hygiene product industry. Key players in this market include Nippon Shokubhai, BASF, Evonik Industries, Sumitomo Seika, LG Chemical, and Sanyo Chemical, with Nippon Shokubhai recognized as the industry leader. As of recent estimates, Asia stands out as the largest market for baby disposable diapers, with China alone accounting for approximately 19% of global demand. This dominance is attributed to the rapidly growing population, rising disposable incomes, and changing consumer lifestyles that favor convenience and hygiene. Furthermore, the increasing awareness regarding personal hygiene among consumers has led to an upsurge in the use of sanitary products, driving further growth in SAP demand.
In addition to hygiene applications, SAPs are gaining traction in agricultural practices, particularly in regions facing water scarcity. These polymers can be incorporated into soil to improve moisture retention, enhancing crop yield and sustainability. The construction industry also leverages SAPs for water management in various projects, including waterproofing and moisture control. The entertainment sector utilizes SAPs in products such as water beads and absorbent gels, indicating the versatile nature of these materials across different applications. As sustainability and environmental considerations become more prominent, the market is also witnessing an increasing trend towards biodegradable and eco-friendly SAPs, catering to consumer preferences for sustainable products.
This report is a detailed and comprehensive analysis for global Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) 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 Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) market size and forecasts, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (K MT), and average selling prices (USD/MT), 2020-2031
Global Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) market size and forecasts by region and country, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (K MT), and average selling prices (USD/MT), 2020-2031
Global Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) market size and forecasts, by Type and by Application, in consumption value ($ Million), sales quantity (K MT), and average selling prices (USD/MT), 2020-2031
Global Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) market shares of main players, shipments in revenue ($ Million), sales quantity (K 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 Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP)
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 Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) 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 Nippon Shokubai, BASF, Evonik Industries, Sumitomo Seika, LG Chem, Sanyo Chemical, Formosa Plastics Corporation, Danson Technology, Quanzhou BLD Science Technology, Shandong Nuoer Bio-Tech, etc.
This report also provides key insights about market drivers, restraints, opportunities, new product launches or approvals.
Market Segmentation
Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) 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
Sodium Polyacrylate
Polyacrylate/Polyacrylamide Copolymer
Others
Market segment by Application
Disposable Diapers
Adult Incontinence
Feminine Hygiene
Agriculture Products
Others
Major players covered
Nippon Shokubai
BASF
Evonik Industries
Sumitomo Seika
LG Chem
Sanyo Chemical
Formosa Plastics Corporation
Danson Technology
Quanzhou BLD Science Technology
Shandong Nuoer Bio-Tech
Zhejiang Stellite Petro-chemical
Zappa-Stewart(Chase Corporation)
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 Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) product scope, market overview, market estimation caveats and base year.
Chapter 2, to profile the top manufacturers of Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP), with price, sales quantity, revenue, and global market share of Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) from 2020 to 2025.
Chapter 3, the Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) competitive situation, sales quantity, revenue, and global market share of top manufacturers are analyzed emphatically by landscape contrast.
Chapter 4, the Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) 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 Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) 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 Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP).
Chapter 14 and 15, to describe Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) sales channel, distributors, customers, research findings and conclusion.
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 Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) Consumption Value by Type: 2020 Versus 2024 Versus 2031
- 1.3.2 Sodium Polyacrylate
- 1.3.3 Polyacrylate/Polyacrylamide Copolymer
- 1.3.4 Others
- 1.4 Market Analysis by Application
- 1.4.1 Overview: Global Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) Consumption Value by Application: 2020 Versus 2024 Versus 2031
- 1.4.2 Disposable Diapers
- 1.4.3 Adult Incontinence
- 1.4.4 Feminine Hygiene
- 1.4.5 Agriculture Products
- 1.4.6 Others
- 1.5 Global Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) Market Size & Forecast
- 1.5.1 Global Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) Consumption Value (2020 & 2024 & 2031)
- 1.5.2 Global Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) Sales Quantity (2020-2031)
- 1.5.3 Global Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) Average Price (2020-2031)
2 Manufacturers Profiles
- 2.1 Nippon Shokubai
- 2.1.1 Nippon Shokubai Details
- 2.1.2 Nippon Shokubai Major Business
- 2.1.3 Nippon Shokubai Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) Product and Services
- 2.1.4 Nippon Shokubai Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2020-2025)
- 2.1.5 Nippon Shokubai Recent Developments/Updates
- 2.2 BASF
- 2.2.1 BASF Details
- 2.2.2 BASF Major Business
- 2.2.3 BASF Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) Product and Services
- 2.2.4 BASF Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2020-2025)
- 2.2.5 BASF Recent Developments/Updates
- 2.3 Evonik Industries
- 2.3.1 Evonik Industries Details
- 2.3.2 Evonik Industries Major Business
- 2.3.3 Evonik Industries Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) Product and Services
- 2.3.4 Evonik Industries Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2020-2025)
- 2.3.5 Evonik Industries Recent Developments/Updates
- 2.4 Sumitomo Seika
- 2.4.1 Sumitomo Seika Details
- 2.4.2 Sumitomo Seika Major Business
- 2.4.3 Sumitomo Seika Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) Product and Services
- 2.4.4 Sumitomo Seika Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2020-2025)
- 2.4.5 Sumitomo Seika Recent Developments/Updates
- 2.5 LG Chem
- 2.5.1 LG Chem Details
- 2.5.2 LG Chem Major Business
- 2.5.3 LG Chem Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) Product and Services
- 2.5.4 LG Chem Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2020-2025)
- 2.5.5 LG Chem Recent Developments/Updates
- 2.6 Sanyo Chemical
- 2.6.1 Sanyo Chemical Details
- 2.6.2 Sanyo Chemical Major Business
- 2.6.3 Sanyo Chemical Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) Product and Services
- 2.6.4 Sanyo Chemical Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2020-2025)
- 2.6.5 Sanyo Chemical Recent Developments/Updates
- 2.7 Formosa Plastics Corporation
- 2.7.1 Formosa Plastics Corporation Details
- 2.7.2 Formosa Plastics Corporation Major Business
- 2.7.3 Formosa Plastics Corporation Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) Product and Services
- 2.7.4 Formosa Plastics Corporation Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2020-2025)
- 2.7.5 Formosa Plastics Corporation Recent Developments/Updates
- 2.8 Danson Technology
- 2.8.1 Danson Technology Details
- 2.8.2 Danson Technology Major Business
- 2.8.3 Danson Technology Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) Product and Services
- 2.8.4 Danson Technology Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2020-2025)
- 2.8.5 Danson Technology Recent Developments/Updates
- 2.9 Quanzhou BLD Science Technology
- 2.9.1 Quanzhou BLD Science Technology Details
- 2.9.2 Quanzhou BLD Science Technology Major Business
- 2.9.3 Quanzhou BLD Science Technology Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) Product and Services
- 2.9.4 Quanzhou BLD Science Technology Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2020-2025)
- 2.9.5 Quanzhou BLD Science Technology Recent Developments/Updates
- 2.10 Shandong Nuoer Bio-Tech
- 2.10.1 Shandong Nuoer Bio-Tech Details
- 2.10.2 Shandong Nuoer Bio-Tech Major Business
- 2.10.3 Shandong Nuoer Bio-Tech Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) Product and Services
- 2.10.4 Shandong Nuoer Bio-Tech Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2020-2025)
- 2.10.5 Shandong Nuoer Bio-Tech Recent Developments/Updates
- 2.11 Zhejiang Stellite Petro-chemical
- 2.11.1 Zhejiang Stellite Petro-chemical Details
- 2.11.2 Zhejiang Stellite Petro-chemical Major Business
- 2.11.3 Zhejiang Stellite Petro-chemical Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) Product and Services
- 2.11.4 Zhejiang Stellite Petro-chemical Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2020-2025)
- 2.11.5 Zhejiang Stellite Petro-chemical Recent Developments/Updates
- 2.12 Zappa-Stewart(Chase Corporation)
- 2.12.1 Zappa-Stewart(Chase Corporation) Details
- 2.12.2 Zappa-Stewart(Chase Corporation) Major Business
- 2.12.3 Zappa-Stewart(Chase Corporation) Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) Product and Services
- 2.12.4 Zappa-Stewart(Chase Corporation) Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) Sales Quantity, Average Price, Revenue, Gross Margin and Market Share (2020-2025)
- 2.12.5 Zappa-Stewart(Chase Corporation) Recent Developments/Updates
3 Competitive Environment: Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) by Manufacturer
- 3.1 Global Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) Sales Quantity by Manufacturer (2020-2025)
- 3.2 Global Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) Revenue by Manufacturer (2020-2025)
- 3.3 Global Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) Average Price by Manufacturer (2020-2025)
- 3.4 Market Share Analysis (2024)
- 3.4.1 Producer Shipments of Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) by Manufacturer Revenue ($MM) and Market Share (%): 2024
- 3.4.2 Top 3 Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) Manufacturer Market Share in 2024
- 3.4.3 Top 6 Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) Manufacturer Market Share in 2024
- 3.5 Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) Market: Overall Company Footprint Analysis
- 3.5.1 Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) Market: Region Footprint
- 3.5.2 Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) Market: Company Product Type Footprint
- 3.5.3 Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) 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 Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) Market Size by Region
- 4.1.1 Global Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) Sales Quantity by Region (2020-2031)
- 4.1.2 Global Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) Consumption Value by Region (2020-2031)
- 4.1.3 Global Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) Average Price by Region (2020-2031)
- 4.2 North America Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) Consumption Value (2020-2031)
- 4.3 Europe Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) Consumption Value (2020-2031)
- 4.4 Asia-Pacific Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) Consumption Value (2020-2031)
- 4.5 South America Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) Consumption Value (2020-2031)
- 4.6 Middle East & Africa Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) Consumption Value (2020-2031)
5 Market Segment by Type
- 5.1 Global Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) Sales Quantity by Type (2020-2031)
- 5.2 Global Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) Consumption Value by Type (2020-2031)
- 5.3 Global Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) Average Price by Type (2020-2031)
6 Market Segment by Application
- 6.1 Global Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) Sales Quantity by Application (2020-2031)
- 6.2 Global Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) Consumption Value by Application (2020-2031)
- 6.3 Global Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) Average Price by Application (2020-2031)
7 North America
- 7.1 North America Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) Sales Quantity by Type (2020-2031)
- 7.2 North America Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) Sales Quantity by Application (2020-2031)
- 7.3 North America Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) Market Size by Country
- 7.3.1 North America Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) Sales Quantity by Country (2020-2031)
- 7.3.2 North America Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) 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 Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) Sales Quantity by Type (2020-2031)
- 8.2 Europe Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) Sales Quantity by Application (2020-2031)
- 8.3 Europe Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) Market Size by Country
- 8.3.1 Europe Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) Sales Quantity by Country (2020-2031)
- 8.3.2 Europe Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) 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 Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) Sales Quantity by Type (2020-2031)
- 9.2 Asia-Pacific Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) Sales Quantity by Application (2020-2031)
- 9.3 Asia-Pacific Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) Market Size by Region
- 9.3.1 Asia-Pacific Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) Sales Quantity by Region (2020-2031)
- 9.3.2 Asia-Pacific Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) 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 Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) Sales Quantity by Type (2020-2031)
- 10.2 South America Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) Sales Quantity by Application (2020-2031)
- 10.3 South America Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) Market Size by Country
- 10.3.1 South America Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) Sales Quantity by Country (2020-2031)
- 10.3.2 South America Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) 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 Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) Sales Quantity by Type (2020-2031)
- 11.2 Middle East & Africa Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) Sales Quantity by Application (2020-2031)
- 11.3 Middle East & Africa Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) Market Size by Country
- 11.3.1 Middle East & Africa Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) Sales Quantity by Country (2020-2031)
- 11.3.2 Middle East & Africa Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) 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 Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) Market Drivers
- 12.2 Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) Market Restraints
- 12.3 Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) 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 Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) and Key Manufacturers
- 13.2 Manufacturing Costs Percentage of Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP)
- 13.3 Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) 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 Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) Typical Distributors
- 14.3 Super Absorbent Polymer (SAP) Typical Customers
15 Research Findings and Conclusion
16 Appendix
- 16.1 Methodology
- 16.2 Research Process and Data Source
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