Global Acrylic Acid and Esters Supply, Demand and Key Producers, 2026-2032
Description
The global Acrylic Acid and Esters market size is expected to reach $ 15560 million by 2032, rising at a market growth of 2.7% CAGR during the forecast period (2026-2032).
Acrylic acid and its esters are vital chemical intermediates that play an indispensable role in the manufacturing of numerous industrial and consumer products. Acrylic acid (C₃H₄O₂) is a colorless liquid with a pungent odor, primarily derived from propylene, a by-product of the petroleum refining process. It is the simplest unsaturated carboxylic acid, characterized by its high reactivity and excellent polymer-forming capability.
Acrylic esters are the derivatives of acrylic acid, formed by reacting acrylic acid with alcohols such as methanol, ethanol, butanol, and 2-ethylhexanol. These esters, such as methyl acrylate, ethyl acrylate, butyl acrylate, and 2-ethylhexyl acrylate, are widely used as monomers in the production of polymers and copolymers. These compounds find applications in adhesives, paints and coatings, textiles, plastics, and superabsorbent polymers (SAPs), among others.
The acrylic acid and esters market is a dynamic segment within the broader chemical industry, driven by growing demand for high-performance materials in construction, automotive, packaging, and personal care sectors. With advancements in manufacturing processes, increasing focus on sustainability, and rising consumer awareness, the market is poised for significant growth in the coming years.
The shift toward sustainable and renewable raw materials is leading to the development of bio-based acrylic acid, derived from biomass sources such as glycerol. This innovation addresses environmental concerns and aligns with global sustainability goals.
Advanced manufacturing techniques, such as catalytic oxidation and energy-efficient processes, are improving the cost-effectiveness and environmental performance of acrylic acid production.
The growing emphasis on green building practices and sustainable consumer products is driving demand for eco-friendly paints, coatings, and adhesives that utilize acrylic esters.
As industries in emerging economies expand, the demand for high-performance materials like acrylic acid and esters is expected to grow, creating new opportunities for market players.
One of the primary drivers of the acrylic acid market is the increasing demand for SAPs, which are primarily used in personal care products such as diapers, sanitary napkins, and adult incontinence products. SAPs exhibit exceptional water-absorbing and retaining capabilities, making them indispensable in hygiene applications. As the global population grows, coupled with an increasing emphasis on healthcare and hygiene, the demand for SAPs and, consequently, acrylic acid, continues to surge.
Acrylic esters, particularly butyl acrylate and 2-ethylhexyl acrylate, are widely used in the production of adhesives and sealants. These materials are essential in industries such as construction, automotive, and electronics, where strong, durable bonds are required. The growth of these industries, driven by rapid urbanization and industrial expansion, is boosting the demand for acrylic esters.
Acrylic acid and its esters are key components in the formulation of paints and coatings, offering properties such as weather resistance, UV stability, and adhesion. The construction and automotive sectors, major consumers of paints and coatings, are witnessing significant growth, particularly in emerging economies. This growth is directly contributing to the expansion of the acrylic acid and esters market.
The global well-known brands in Acrylic Acid and Esters include BASF, DOW, Nippon Shokubai, Akema, Formosa, HUAYI, Satellite, etc. The top three companies account for about 35% of the market. The global Acrylic Acid and ester market is led by Asia Pacific, capturing about 50% of global volume. North America is the second-largest region-wise market with 25% of consumption share.
This report studies the global Acrylic Acid and Esters production, demand, key manufacturers, and key regions.
This report is a detailed and comprehensive analysis of the world market for Acrylic Acid and Esters and provides market size (US$ million) and Year-over-Year (YoY) Growth, considering 2025 as the base year. This report explores demand trends and competition, as well as details the characteristics of Acrylic Acid and Esters that contribute to its increasing demand across many markets.
Highlights and key features of the study
Global Acrylic Acid and Esters total production and demand, 2021-2032, (K MT)
Global Acrylic Acid and Esters total production value, 2021-2032, (USD Million)
Global Acrylic Acid and Esters production by region & country, production, value, CAGR, 2021-2032, (USD Million) & (K MT), (based on production site)
Global Acrylic Acid and Esters consumption by region & country, CAGR, 2021-2032 & (K MT)
U.S. VS China: Acrylic Acid and Esters domestic production, consumption, key domestic manufacturers and share
Global Acrylic Acid and Esters production by manufacturer, production, price, value and market share 2021-2026, (USD Million) & (K MT)
Global Acrylic Acid and Esters production by Type, production, value, CAGR, 2021-2032, (USD Million) & (K MT)
Global Acrylic Acid and Esters production by Application, production, value, CAGR, 2021-2032, (USD Million) & (K MT)
This report profiles key players in the global Acrylic Acid and Esters market based on the following parameters - company overview, production, value, price, gross margin, product portfolio, geographical presence, and key developments. Key companies covered as a part of this study include BASF, DOW, Nippon Shokubai, Akema, Formosa, LG Chem, Mitsubishi Chem, Toagosei, Sasol, Hexion, etc.
This report also provides key insights about market drivers, restraints, opportunities, new product launches or approvals.
Stakeholders would have ease in decision-making through various strategy matrices used in analyzing the World Acrylic Acid and Esters market
Detailed Segmentation:
Each section contains quantitative market data including market by value (US$ Millions), volume (production, consumption) & (K MT) and average price (US$/MT) by manufacturer, by Type, and by Application. Data is given for the years 2021-2032 by year with 2025 as the base year, 2026 as the estimate year, and 2027-2032 as the forecast year.
Global Acrylic Acid and Esters Market, By Region:
United States
China
Europe
Japan
South Korea
ASEAN
India
Rest of World
Global Acrylic Acid and Esters Market, Segmentation by Type:
Acrylic Acid
Acrylate Esters
Global Acrylic Acid and Esters Market, Segmentation by Application:
Coatings Industry
Textile
Oil Exploitation
Pharmacy Industry
Others
Companies Profiled:
BASF
DOW
Nippon Shokubai
Akema
Formosa
LG Chem
Mitsubishi Chem
Toagosei
Sasol
Hexion
Idemitsu Kosan
HUAYI
Satellite
Basf-YPC
Sanmu Group
Shandong Kaitai
CNOOC
Shenyang Chemical
CNPC
Wanhua Chemical
Shandong Nuoer Biological
Key Questions Answered:
1. How big is the global Acrylic Acid and Esters market?
2. What is the demand of the global Acrylic Acid and Esters market?
3. What is the year over year growth of the global Acrylic Acid and Esters market?
4. What is the production and production value of the global Acrylic Acid and Esters market?
5. Who are the key producers in the global Acrylic Acid and Esters market?
6. What are the growth factors driving the market demand?
Acrylic acid and its esters are vital chemical intermediates that play an indispensable role in the manufacturing of numerous industrial and consumer products. Acrylic acid (C₃H₄O₂) is a colorless liquid with a pungent odor, primarily derived from propylene, a by-product of the petroleum refining process. It is the simplest unsaturated carboxylic acid, characterized by its high reactivity and excellent polymer-forming capability.
Acrylic esters are the derivatives of acrylic acid, formed by reacting acrylic acid with alcohols such as methanol, ethanol, butanol, and 2-ethylhexanol. These esters, such as methyl acrylate, ethyl acrylate, butyl acrylate, and 2-ethylhexyl acrylate, are widely used as monomers in the production of polymers and copolymers. These compounds find applications in adhesives, paints and coatings, textiles, plastics, and superabsorbent polymers (SAPs), among others.
The acrylic acid and esters market is a dynamic segment within the broader chemical industry, driven by growing demand for high-performance materials in construction, automotive, packaging, and personal care sectors. With advancements in manufacturing processes, increasing focus on sustainability, and rising consumer awareness, the market is poised for significant growth in the coming years.
The shift toward sustainable and renewable raw materials is leading to the development of bio-based acrylic acid, derived from biomass sources such as glycerol. This innovation addresses environmental concerns and aligns with global sustainability goals.
Advanced manufacturing techniques, such as catalytic oxidation and energy-efficient processes, are improving the cost-effectiveness and environmental performance of acrylic acid production.
The growing emphasis on green building practices and sustainable consumer products is driving demand for eco-friendly paints, coatings, and adhesives that utilize acrylic esters.
As industries in emerging economies expand, the demand for high-performance materials like acrylic acid and esters is expected to grow, creating new opportunities for market players.
One of the primary drivers of the acrylic acid market is the increasing demand for SAPs, which are primarily used in personal care products such as diapers, sanitary napkins, and adult incontinence products. SAPs exhibit exceptional water-absorbing and retaining capabilities, making them indispensable in hygiene applications. As the global population grows, coupled with an increasing emphasis on healthcare and hygiene, the demand for SAPs and, consequently, acrylic acid, continues to surge.
Acrylic esters, particularly butyl acrylate and 2-ethylhexyl acrylate, are widely used in the production of adhesives and sealants. These materials are essential in industries such as construction, automotive, and electronics, where strong, durable bonds are required. The growth of these industries, driven by rapid urbanization and industrial expansion, is boosting the demand for acrylic esters.
Acrylic acid and its esters are key components in the formulation of paints and coatings, offering properties such as weather resistance, UV stability, and adhesion. The construction and automotive sectors, major consumers of paints and coatings, are witnessing significant growth, particularly in emerging economies. This growth is directly contributing to the expansion of the acrylic acid and esters market.
The global well-known brands in Acrylic Acid and Esters include BASF, DOW, Nippon Shokubai, Akema, Formosa, HUAYI, Satellite, etc. The top three companies account for about 35% of the market. The global Acrylic Acid and ester market is led by Asia Pacific, capturing about 50% of global volume. North America is the second-largest region-wise market with 25% of consumption share.
This report studies the global Acrylic Acid and Esters production, demand, key manufacturers, and key regions.
This report is a detailed and comprehensive analysis of the world market for Acrylic Acid and Esters and provides market size (US$ million) and Year-over-Year (YoY) Growth, considering 2025 as the base year. This report explores demand trends and competition, as well as details the characteristics of Acrylic Acid and Esters that contribute to its increasing demand across many markets.
Highlights and key features of the study
Global Acrylic Acid and Esters total production and demand, 2021-2032, (K MT)
Global Acrylic Acid and Esters total production value, 2021-2032, (USD Million)
Global Acrylic Acid and Esters production by region & country, production, value, CAGR, 2021-2032, (USD Million) & (K MT), (based on production site)
Global Acrylic Acid and Esters consumption by region & country, CAGR, 2021-2032 & (K MT)
U.S. VS China: Acrylic Acid and Esters domestic production, consumption, key domestic manufacturers and share
Global Acrylic Acid and Esters production by manufacturer, production, price, value and market share 2021-2026, (USD Million) & (K MT)
Global Acrylic Acid and Esters production by Type, production, value, CAGR, 2021-2032, (USD Million) & (K MT)
Global Acrylic Acid and Esters production by Application, production, value, CAGR, 2021-2032, (USD Million) & (K MT)
This report profiles key players in the global Acrylic Acid and Esters market based on the following parameters - company overview, production, value, price, gross margin, product portfolio, geographical presence, and key developments. Key companies covered as a part of this study include BASF, DOW, Nippon Shokubai, Akema, Formosa, LG Chem, Mitsubishi Chem, Toagosei, Sasol, Hexion, etc.
This report also provides key insights about market drivers, restraints, opportunities, new product launches or approvals.
Stakeholders would have ease in decision-making through various strategy matrices used in analyzing the World Acrylic Acid and Esters market
Detailed Segmentation:
Each section contains quantitative market data including market by value (US$ Millions), volume (production, consumption) & (K MT) and average price (US$/MT) by manufacturer, by Type, and by Application. Data is given for the years 2021-2032 by year with 2025 as the base year, 2026 as the estimate year, and 2027-2032 as the forecast year.
Global Acrylic Acid and Esters Market, By Region:
United States
China
Europe
Japan
South Korea
ASEAN
India
Rest of World
Global Acrylic Acid and Esters Market, Segmentation by Type:
Acrylic Acid
Acrylate Esters
Global Acrylic Acid and Esters Market, Segmentation by Application:
Coatings Industry
Textile
Oil Exploitation
Pharmacy Industry
Others
Companies Profiled:
BASF
DOW
Nippon Shokubai
Akema
Formosa
LG Chem
Mitsubishi Chem
Toagosei
Sasol
Hexion
Idemitsu Kosan
HUAYI
Satellite
Basf-YPC
Sanmu Group
Shandong Kaitai
CNOOC
Shenyang Chemical
CNPC
Wanhua Chemical
Shandong Nuoer Biological
Key Questions Answered:
1. How big is the global Acrylic Acid and Esters market?
2. What is the demand of the global Acrylic Acid and Esters market?
3. What is the year over year growth of the global Acrylic Acid and Esters market?
4. What is the production and production value of the global Acrylic Acid and Esters market?
5. Who are the key producers in the global Acrylic Acid and Esters market?
6. What are the growth factors driving the market demand?
Table of Contents
171 Pages
- 1 Supply Summary
- 2 Demand Summary
- 3 World Manufacturers Competitive Analysis
- 4 United States VS China VS Rest of the World
- 5 Market Analysis by Type
- 6 Market Analysis by Application
- 7 Company Profiles
- 8 Industry Chain Analysis
- 9 Research Findings and Conclusion
- 10 Appendix
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