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Global Polyvinyl Alcohol (PVA) Market Size Study, by Type (Fully Hydrolyzed, Partially Hydrolyzed, PVOH Hydrogels), by Application (PVB Resin, Adhesives and Sealants, Textile, Paper, Building & Construction, Packaging), and Regional Forecasts 2022-2032

Publisher Bizwit Research & Consulting
Published Mar 15, 2025
Length 285 Pages
SKU # BIZW19841854

Description

The Global Polyvinyl Alcohol (PVA) Market, currently valued at approximately USD 3.7 billion in 2023, is poised for steady growth, expanding at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.1% over the forecast period from 2024 to 2032. The market’s rapid expansion is fueled by the increasing demand for water-soluble polymers across industries such as adhesives, packaging, textiles, and construction materials.

PVA’s unique properties—high tensile strength, film-forming ability, and excellent barrier properties—are driving its widespread adoption. Industries are increasingly leveraging fully hydrolyzed, partially hydrolyzed, and PVOH hydrogel variants for their superior adhesion, biodegradability, and water solubility characteristics. With stringent sustainability mandates and an accelerating push for eco-friendly materials, polyvinyl alcohol is being increasingly incorporated into bio-based packaging solutions, PVB resins for laminated glass, and biodegradable films. Innovations in PVA-based coatings and water-soluble films are further propelling market expansion, particularly in the food, pharmaceuticals, and industrial packaging sectors.

Despite its broad applicability, challenges such as price volatility of raw materials and complex production processes pose constraints. The limited thermal stability of PVA and the presence of substitutes such as synthetic polymers further impact its widespread adoption. However, advancements in bio-derived and biodegradable PVA formulations, along with government support for sustainable polymers, are mitigating these limitations. Research on PVA nanocomposites and enhanced hydrogel applications is unlocking new avenues, making the market more resilient to supply chain fluctuations.

Regionally, Asia-Pacific dominates the PVA market, led by China, Japan, and India, where expanding industrial production, growing packaging sectors, and infrastructure development are accelerating demand. North America and Europe are also experiencing substantial growth, driven by increased usage in pharmaceutical films, water-soluble packaging, and textile sizing applications. Meanwhile, Latin America and the Middle East & Africa are gradually integrating PVA-based solutions into their construction and industrial manufacturing sectors, fostering steady market expansion.

Major Market Players Included in This Report:
• Sekisui Chemical Co., Ltd.
• Kuraray Co., Ltd.
• Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation
• DuPont de Nemours, Inc.
• Chang Chun Group
• Nippon Gohsei
• Sinopec Group
• Shandong Sinopec Hualu Hengsheng Chemical
• Solvay S.A.
• Celanese Corporation
• Wacker Chemie AG
• Anhui Wanwei Group
• OCI Company Ltd.
• Ashland Global Holdings Inc.
• Zhejiang JiHua Group

The Detailed Segments and Sub-Segments of the Market Are Explained Below:

By Type:
• Fully Hydrolyzed PVA
• Partially Hydrolyzed PVA
• PVOH Hydrogels

By Application:
• PVB Resin
• Adhesives and Sealants
• Textile
• Paper
• Building & Construction
• Packaging

By Region:

North America:
• U.S.
• Canada

Europe:
• UK
• Germany
• France
• Spain
• Italy
• Rest of Europe

Asia Pacific:
• China
• India
• Japan
• Australia
• South Korea
• Rest of Asia Pacific

Latin America:
• Brazil
• Mexico
• Rest of Latin America

Middle East & Africa:
• Saudi Arabia
• South Africa
• Rest of MEA

Years Considered for the Study:
• Historical Year: 2022
• Base Year: 2023
• Forecast Period: 2024-2032

Key Takeaways:
• Market Estimates & Forecasts for 10 years from 2022 to 2032.
• Annualized revenue analysis and regional-level breakdown for each segment.
• In-depth geographical insights, including country-specific data.
• Competitive landscape evaluation, including strategic developments by key market players.
• Analysis of industry trends, technological advancements, and future growth opportunities.
• Demand-side and supply-side dynamics assessment in the global PVA industry.

Table of Contents

285 Pages
Chapter 1. Global Polyvinyl Alcohol (PVA) Market Executive Summary
1.1. Global Polyvinyl Alcohol (PVA) Market Size & Forecast (2022-2032)
1.2. Regional Summary
1.3. Segmental Summary
1.3.1. By Type
1.3.2. By Application
1.4. Key Trends
1.5. Recession Impact
1.6. Analyst Recommendation & Conclusion
Chapter 2. Global Polyvinyl Alcohol (PVA) Market Definition and Research Assumptions
2.1. Research Objective
2.2. Market Definition
2.3. Research Assumptions
2.3.1. Inclusion & Exclusion
2.3.2. Limitations
2.3.3. Supply Side Analysis
2.3.3.1. Availability
2.3.3.2. Infrastructure
2.3.3.3. Regulatory Environment
2.3.3.4. Market Competition
2.3.3.5. Economic Viability (Consumer’s Perspective)
2.3.4. Demand Side Analysis
2.3.4.1. Regulatory Frameworks
2.3.4.2. Technological Advancements
2.3.4.3. Environmental Considerations
2.3.4.4. Consumer Awareness & Acceptance
2.4. Estimation Methodology
2.5. Years Considered for the Study
• Historical Year: 2022
• Base Year: 2023
• Forecast Period: 2024-2032
2.6. Currency Conversion Rates
Chapter 3. Global Polyvinyl Alcohol (PVA) Market Dynamics
3.1. Market Drivers
3.1.1. Rising Demand for Water-Soluble Polymers and Eco-Friendly Materials
3.1.2. Stringent Sustainability Mandates and Regulatory Support
3.1.3. Innovations in PVA-based Coatings, Films, and Nanocomposites
3.2. Market Challenges
3.2.1. Price Volatility of Raw Materials and Complex Production Processes
3.2.2. Limited Thermal Stability and Competition from Synthetic Alternatives
3.3. Market Opportunities
3.3.1. Advancements in Bio-Derived and Biodegradable PVA Formulations
3.3.2. Government Initiatives and R&D Investments in Sustainable Polymers
3.3.3. Expansion in Packaging, Adhesives, and Textile Applications
Chapter 4. Global Polyvinyl Alcohol (PVA) Market Industry Analysis
4.1. Porter’s 5 Force Model
4.1.1. Bargaining Power of Suppliers
4.1.2. Bargaining Power of Buyers
4.1.3. Threat of New Entrants
4.1.4. Threat of Substitutes
4.1.5. Competitive Rivalry
4.1.6. Futuristic Approach to Porter’s 5 Force Model
4.1.7. Porter’s 5 Force Impact Analysis
4.2. PESTEL Analysis
4.2.1. Political
4.2.2. Economical
4.2.3. Social
4.2.4. Technological
4.2.5. Environmental
4.2.6. Legal
4.3. Top Investment Opportunity
4.4. Top Winning Strategies
4.5. Disruptive Trends
4.6. Industry Expert Perspective
4.7. Analyst Recommendation & Conclusion
Chapter 5. Global Polyvinyl Alcohol (PVA) Market Size & Forecasts by Type 2022-2032
5.1. Segment Dashboard
5.2. Global PVA Market: Type Revenue Trend Analysis, 2022 & 2032 (USD Million/Billion)
5.2.1. Fully Hydrolyzed PVA
5.2.2. Partially Hydrolyzed PVA
5.2.3. PVOH Hydrogels
Chapter 6. Global Polyvinyl Alcohol (PVA) Market Size & Forecasts by Application 2022-2032
6.1. Segment Dashboard
6.2. Global PVA Market: Application Revenue Trend Analysis, 2022 & 2032 (USD Million/Billion)
6.2.1. PVB Resin
6.2.2. Adhesives and Sealants
6.2.3. Textile
6.2.4. Paper
6.2.5. Building & Construction
6.2.6. Packaging
Chapter 7. Global Polyvinyl Alcohol (PVA) Market Size & Forecasts by Region 2022-2032
7.1. North America PVA Market
7.1.1. U.S. PVA Market
7.1.1.1. Type Breakdown & Forecasts, 2022-2032
7.1.1.2. Application Breakdown & Forecasts, 2022-2032
7.1.2. Canada PVA Market
7.2. Europe PVA Market
7.2.1. UK PVA Market
7.2.2. Germany PVA Market
7.2.3. France PVA Market
7.2.4. Spain PVA Market
7.2.5. Italy PVA Market
7.2.6. Rest of Europe PVA Market
7.3. Asia-Pacific PVA Market
7.3.1. China PVA Market
7.3.2. India PVA Market
7.3.3. Japan PVA Market
7.3.4. Australia PVA Market
7.3.5. South Korea PVA Market
7.3.6. Rest of Asia-Pacific PVA Market
7.4. Latin America PVA Market
7.4.1. Brazil PVA Market
7.4.2. Mexico PVA Market
7.4.3. Rest of Latin America PVA Market
7.5. Middle East & Africa PVA Market
7.5.1. Saudi Arabia PVA Market
7.5.2. South Africa PVA Market
7.5.3. Rest of MEA PVA Market
Chapter 8. Competitive Intelligence
8.1. Key Company SWOT Analysis
8.1.1. Sekisui Chemical Co., Ltd.
8.1.2. Kuraray Co., Ltd.
8.1.3. Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation
8.2. Top Market Strategies
8.3. Company Profiles
8.3.1. Sekisui Chemical Co., Ltd.
8.3.1.1. Key Information
8.3.1.2. Overview
8.3.1.3. Financial (Subject to Data Availability)
8.3.1.4. Product Summary
8.3.1.5. Market Strategies
8.3.2. DuPont de Nemours, Inc.
8.3.3. Chang Chun Group
8.3.4. Nippon Gohsei
8.3.5. Sinopec Group
8.3.6. Shandong Sinopec Hualu Hengsheng Chemical
8.3.7. Solvay S.A.
8.3.8. Celanese Corporation
8.3.9. Wacker Chemie AG
8.3.10. Anhui Wanwei Group
8.3.11. OCI Company Ltd.
8.3.12. Ashland Global Holdings Inc.
8.3.13. Zhejiang JiHua Group
Chapter 9. Research Process
9.1. Research Process
9.1.1. Data Mining
9.1.2. Analysis
9.1.3. Market Estimation
9.1.4. Validation
9.1.5. Publishing
9.2. Research Attributes
List of Tables
TABLE 1. Global Polyvinyl Alcohol (PVA) Market – Report Scope
TABLE 2. Global PVA Market Estimates & Forecasts by Region 2022-2032 (USD Million/Billion)
TABLE 3. Global PVA Market Estimates & Forecasts by Type 2022-2032 (USD Million/Billion)
TABLE 4. Global PVA Market Estimates & Forecasts by Application 2022-2032 (USD Million/Billion)
TABLE 5. Global PVA Market by Segment, Estimates & Forecasts, 2022-2032 (USD Million/Billion)
TABLE 6. Segment Dashboard – By Type
TABLE 7. Segment Dashboard – By Application
TABLE 8. Porter’s 5 Force Analysis – Impact Assessment
TABLE 9. PESTEL Analysis – Global PVA Market
TABLE 10. Competitive Landscape – Market Share Analysis (2023)
TABLE 11. Regional Breakdown – U.S. PVA Market
TABLE 12. Regional Breakdown – Canada PVA Market
TABLE 13. Regional Breakdown – UK, Germany, France, Spain, Italy, Rest of Europe PVA Market
TABLE 14. Regional Breakdown – Asia-Pacific PVA Market
TABLE 15. Regional Breakdown – Latin America PVA Market
TABLE 16. Regional Breakdown – Middle East & Africa PVA Market
List of Figures
FIGURE 1. Global Polyvinyl Alcohol (PVA) Market – Research Methodology
FIGURE 2. Global PVA Market, Market Estimation Techniques
FIGURE 3. Global Market Size Estimates & Forecast Methods
FIGURE 4. Key Trends in PVA Market (2023)
FIGURE 5. Growth Prospects 2022-2032 – PVA Market
FIGURE 6. Porter’s 5 Force Model – PVA Market
FIGURE 7. PESTEL Analysis – PVA Market
FIGURE 8. Value Chain Analysis – PVA Market
FIGURE 9. Segment Revenue Trend – By Type, 2022 & 2032 (USD Million/Billion)
FIGURE 10. Segment Revenue Trend – By Application, 2022 & 2032 (USD Million/Billion)
FIGURE 11. Regional Snapshot – PVA Market (2022 & 2032)
FIGURE 12. North America Market Breakdown – U.S. & Canada (2022-2032)
FIGURE 13. Europe Market Breakdown – UK, Germany, France, Spain, Italy, Rest of Europe (2022-2032)
FIGURE 14. Asia-Pacific Market Breakdown – China, India, Japan, Australia, South Korea, Rest of Asia-Pacific (2022-2032)
FIGURE 15. Latin America Market Breakdown – Brazil, Mexico, Rest of Latin America (2022-2032)
FIGURE 16. Middle East & Africa Market Breakdown – Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Rest of MEA (2022-2032)
FIGURE 17. Company Market Share Analysis – PVA Market (2023)

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