Super Absorbent Polymer Market Growth is Propelling Due to the High-Absorbency and Eco-Friendly SAPs Globally
Austin, Jan. 14, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — According to SNS Insider, The Super Absorbent Polymer Market size is estimated at USD 8.74 billion in 2025 and is expected to reach USD 15.00 billion by 2033, growing at a CAGR of 7.09% from 2026-2033. The growth is driven by the due to rising demand for personal care products such as diapers and sanitary napkins, increasing awareness of hygiene, and growing agricultural applications for water retention.
The U.S. Super Absorbent Polymer Market is estimated at USD 1.52 billion in 2025 and is expected to reach USD 2.55 billion by 2033, growing at a CAGR of 6.67% from 2026-2033. Increased demand for personal care products, growing awareness of hygiene, technological developments in SAP formulations, and growing applications in the industrial, healthcare, and agricultural sectors are all contributing factors to the growth of the U.S. super absorbent polymer market.
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Rising Demand for Personal Hygiene Products is Boosting Market Growth Globally
Super absorbent polymers are in high demand due to the growing use of adult incontinence products, sanitary napkins, and diapers. These polymers are crucial for personal hygiene applications because of their high absorption capacity, comfort, and ability to prevent leaks. Additional factors driving market expansion in emerging economies include population growth, rapid urbanization, and greater awareness of hygienic standards. Additionally, producers are being encouraged to increase production by technological advancements in SAP formulations that improve absorbency and biodegradability. As a result, the steady increase in customer demand for better hygiene products is driving the global SAP market’s expansion.
Major Players Analysis Listed in the Super Absorbent Polymer Market Report
- BASF SE
- Evonik Industries AG
- Nippon Shokubai Co., Ltd.
- Sumitomo Seika Chemicals Co., Ltd.
- LG Chem Ltd.
- Formosa Plastics Corporation
- SDP Global Co., Ltd.
- Yixing Danson Technology
- Sanyo Chemical Industries, Ltd.
- Songwon Industrial Co., Ltd.
- Kao Corporation
- Wanhua Chemical Group Co. Ltd.
- CHEMTEX Speciality Limited
- Acuro Organics Ltd.
- San-Dia Polymers Global Co. Ltd.
- Chinafloc
- Garg Chemical Company
- Gel Frost Packs Kalyani Enterprises
- Maple Biotech Private Limited
- Shandong Haoyue New Materials Co., Ltd.
Super Absorbent Polymer Market Segmentation Analysis
By Application
Personal Care dominated with ~69% share in 2025 due to the widespread adoption of diapers, sanitary napkins, and adult incontinence products. Agriculture & Horticulture segment is expected to grow at the fastest CAGR from 2026-2033 owing to the rising need for efficient water retention in soil.
By Manufacturing Process
Suspension Polymerization dominated with ~72% share in 2025 as it enables production of high-quality granular SAPs with superior absorption capacity. Gel Polymerization segment is expected to grow at the fastest CAGR from 2026-2033 due to increasing demand for high-absorbency SAPs in personal care and agriculture.
By Grade
Hygiene Grade dominated with ~71% share in 2025 owing to extensive use in diapers, sanitary products, and adult incontinence applications. Agricultural Grade segment is expected to grow at the fastest CAGR from 2026-2033 as farmers increasingly adopt SAPs for soil moisture retention, seed coating, and water-efficient farming practices.
By Type
Sodium Polyacrylate dominated with ~79% share in 2025 due to its high absorbency, low cost, and widespread use in personal care, agriculture, and industrial applications. Bio-Based SAPs segment is expected to grow at the fastest CAGR from 2026-2033 driven by rising demand for sustainable and eco-friendly polymers.
Based on Region, North America Dominates the Market in 2025 and Asia Pacific is Expected to be the Fastest-Growing Region in the Market During 2026-2033
North America held a significant position in the Super Absorbent Polymer Market in 2025 due to high adoption of personal care products, including diapers, adult incontinence items, and sanitary napkins.
Asia Pacific dominated the Super Absorbent Polymer Market in 2025 with the highest revenue share of about 42% due to the region’s rapidly growing population, rising urbanization, and increasing consumer awareness of hygiene.
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Super Absorbent Polymer Market Recent Developments
- 2025: LG Chem announced plans to utilize hydrogenated vegetable oil (HVO) to produce bio-based SAP, ABS, and PVC, aiming to enhance sustainability in their product lines.
- 2024: CHEMTEX Specialty Limited developed polyacrylate-based SAPs for applications in diapers, protective garments, and artificial snow, emphasizing eco-friendly solutions.
Exclusive Sections of the Report (The USPs)
- AVERAGE PRICE PER KG BY POLYMER TYPE (SODIUM POLYACRYLATE, CROSS-LINKED POLYACRYLATES, BIO-BASED SAPS): Helps you compare pricing differences across SAP types and understand cost-performance trade-offs for various end-use applications.
- PRICE SENSITIVITY TO RAW MATERIAL FEEDSTOCK (ACRYLIC ACID, POLYMER CROSSLINKERS): Helps you assess how fluctuations in key feedstock prices directly influence SAP pricing trends and margin volatility.
- PRICE BENCHMARKING BY SUPPLIER TIER: Helps you evaluate cost positioning across tier-1, tier-2, and regional suppliers, supporting informed sourcing and negotiation strategies.
- FORECAST OF TOTAL COST OF OWNERSHIP (TCO) FOR SAP IN KEY APPLICATIONS: Helps you understand long-term cost implications for diapers, adult incontinence products, and agricultural applications beyond upfront material pricing.
- IMPACT OF BIO-BASED SAP ADOPTION ON PRICING PREMIUMS: Helps you identify pricing differentials associated with sustainable and bio-derived SAP products amid rising regulatory and consumer demand.
- REGIONAL PRICE VARIATION AND DEMAND-SUPPLY BALANCE EFFECTS: Helps you analyze how regional production capacity, logistics costs, and demand patterns influence SAP pricing across major markets.
Super Absorbent Polymer Market Report Scope
| Report Attributes | Details |
| Market Size in 2025E | USD 8.74 Billion |
| Market Size by 2033 | USD 15.00 Billion |
| CAGR | CAGR of 7.09% From 2026 to 2033 |
| Base Year | 2025 |
| Forecast Period | 2026-2033 |
| Historical Data | 2022-2024 |
| Key Segments | • By Type (Sodium Polyacrylate, Polyacrylate/Polyacrylamide, Others) • By Grade (Agricultural Grade, Industrial Grade, Hygiene Grade) • By Manufacturing Process (Suspension Polymerization, Solution Polymerization, Gel Polymerization) • By Application (Personal Care, Healthcare, Agriculture & Horticulture, Industrial, Packaging, Construction, Oil & Gas) |
| Regional Analysis/Coverage | North America (US, Canada), Europe (Germany, UK, France, Italy, Spain, Russia, Poland, Rest of Europe), Asia Pacific (China, India, Japan, South Korea, Australia, ASEAN Countries, Rest of Asia Pacific), Middle East & Africa (UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, South Africa, Rest of Middle East & Africa), Latin America (Brazil, Argentina, Mexico, Colombia, Rest of Latin America). |
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