Global Solvent-based Acrylic Resin Supply, Demand and Key Producers, 2026-2032
Description
The global Solvent-based Acrylic Resin market size is expected to reach $ 3983 million by 2032, rising at a market growth of 5.6% CAGR during the forecast period (2026-2032).
The solvent-based acrylic resin market is a significant component of the global chemical industry. Acrylic resins, which are derived from acrylic acid or methacrylic acid, serve as key intermediates in a wide range of applications, primarily in the production of paints, coatings, adhesives, sealants, and various other products. Solvent-based acrylic resins, in particular, are a specific subclass of acrylic resins dissolved in organic solvents, which make them ideal for use in applications where the resin needs to have a lower viscosity for easier application or faster drying times. This market has shown substantial growth and transformation due to the versatility and robust performance properties that these resins provide.
Solvent-based acrylic resins are polymeric materials synthesized from acrylic or methacrylic acid or their derivatives. These resins are typically dissolved in organic solvents such as toluene, xylene, or butyl acetate, which enable the resins to achieve the desired properties required for a variety of industrial uses. The solvent used in the formulation of these resins is crucial because it affects not only the application properties of the resins (such as drying time, application viscosity, and film formation) but also the environmental impact and compliance with regulations.
Acrylic resins, in general, are known for their superior properties, including clarity, UV resistance, weatherability, and flexibility, which make them ideal for use in products like automotive paints, decorative coatings, industrial coatings, and adhesives. Solvent-based systems often offer advantages such as faster drying times and better flow and leveling properties, making them particularly suitable for high-performance applications where a smooth, uniform finish is desired. The solvent, in combination with the acrylic resin, also influences other properties such as gloss, hardness, and chemical resistance.
The market for solvent-based acrylic resins is characterized by a broad range of applications across various industries. The paints and coatings sector, which includes architectural, industrial, automotive, and marine coatings, is the largest consumer of these resins. Solvent-based acrylic resins are preferred in these industries due to their excellent performance characteristics, including durability, gloss retention, and resistance to environmental factors such as moisture, UV radiation, and temperature variations.
In addition to coatings, solvent-based acrylic resins are also used in adhesives and sealants, where they provide excellent bonding and sealing properties. The automotive sector, in particular, is a major consumer of acrylic-based products, using them for exterior coatings, clear coats, and finishes that provide both aesthetic appeal and protection against the elements. The adhesives market, particularly in construction and packaging industries, also relies on solvent-based acrylic resins for their ability to bond a variety of substrates.
The demand for solvent-based acrylic resins is heavily influenced by several factors, including the regulatory environment, technological advancements, and changing consumer preferences. Environmental concerns, particularly regarding volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and their contribution to air pollution, have led to increased scrutiny and regulation of solvent-based products. This has resulted in a shift toward more sustainable alternatives, such as water-based resins, which are less harmful to the environment. However, solvent-based acrylic resins continue to be preferred in certain applications where performance and durability are critical, and there is a growing focus on developing low-VOC and VOC-free alternatives to mitigate the environmental impact.
Geographically, the solvent-based acrylic resin market is global, with significant demand in regions such as North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and the Middle East & Africa. The Asia-Pacific region is the largest market for solvent-based acrylic resins, driven by the rapid growth of industrialization and urbanization, particularly in countries like China and India. The demand for solvent-based acrylic resins in these regions is primarily driven by the expanding automotive, construction, and packaging industries. North America and Europe, while also significant markets, are experiencing a shift towards more sustainable products, including water-based resins, due to stricter environmental regulations.
Globally, the industry is dominated by several well-known manufacturers, including BASF, DOW, Mitsubishi Chemical, Arkema, DIC, Allnex, etc. These companies have occupied an important share of the market with their strong R&D capabilities, advanced production processes and global supply chains. At the same time, some regional companies are also rising, driving the diversification of the industry's competitive landscape.
This report studies the global Solvent-based Acrylic Resin production, demand, key manufacturers, and key regions.
This report is a detailed and comprehensive analysis of the world market for Solvent-based Acrylic Resin 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 Solvent-based Acrylic Resin that contribute to its increasing demand across many markets.
Highlights and key features of the study
Global Solvent-based Acrylic Resin total production and demand, 2021-2032, (Kilotons)
Global Solvent-based Acrylic Resin total production value, 2021-2032, (USD Million)
Global Solvent-based Acrylic Resin production by region & country, production, value, CAGR, 2021-2032, (USD Million) & (Kilotons), (based on production site)
Global Solvent-based Acrylic Resin consumption by region & country, CAGR, 2021-2032 & (Kilotons)
U.S. VS China: Solvent-based Acrylic Resin domestic production, consumption, key domestic manufacturers and share
Global Solvent-based Acrylic Resin production by manufacturer, production, price, value and market share 2021-2026, (USD Million) & (Kilotons)
Global Solvent-based Acrylic Resin production by Type, production, value, CAGR, 2021-2032, (USD Million) & (Kilotons)
Global Solvent-based Acrylic Resin production by Application, production, value, CAGR, 2021-2032, (USD Million) & (Kilotons)
This report profiles key players in the global Solvent-based Acrylic Resin 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, Arkema, Eternal Materials, Mitsubishi Chem, Soken, Sanmu, Covestro, DIC, 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 Solvent-based Acrylic Resin market
Detailed Segmentation:
Each section contains quantitative market data including market by value (US$ Millions), volume (production, consumption) & (Kilotons) and average price (US$/Ton) 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 Solvent-based Acrylic Resin Market, By Region:
United States
China
Europe
Japan
South Korea
ASEAN
India
Rest of World
Global Solvent-based Acrylic Resin Market, Segmentation by Type:
Hydroxyacrylic Resin
Thermosetting Acrylic Resin
Thermoplastic Acrylic Resin
Global Solvent-based Acrylic Resin Market, Segmentation by Application:
Automotive Coating
Marine Paint
Optical Adhesive Field
Architectural Paint
Others
Companies Profiled:
BASF
DOW
Nippon Shokubai
Arkema
Eternal Materials
Mitsubishi Chem
Soken
Sanmu
Covestro
DIC
Allnex
Key Questions Answered:
1. How big is the global Solvent-based Acrylic Resin market?
2. What is the demand of the global Solvent-based Acrylic Resin market?
3. What is the year over year growth of the global Solvent-based Acrylic Resin market?
4. What is the production and production value of the global Solvent-based Acrylic Resin market?
5. Who are the key producers in the global Solvent-based Acrylic Resin market?
6. What are the growth factors driving the market demand?
The solvent-based acrylic resin market is a significant component of the global chemical industry. Acrylic resins, which are derived from acrylic acid or methacrylic acid, serve as key intermediates in a wide range of applications, primarily in the production of paints, coatings, adhesives, sealants, and various other products. Solvent-based acrylic resins, in particular, are a specific subclass of acrylic resins dissolved in organic solvents, which make them ideal for use in applications where the resin needs to have a lower viscosity for easier application or faster drying times. This market has shown substantial growth and transformation due to the versatility and robust performance properties that these resins provide.
Solvent-based acrylic resins are polymeric materials synthesized from acrylic or methacrylic acid or their derivatives. These resins are typically dissolved in organic solvents such as toluene, xylene, or butyl acetate, which enable the resins to achieve the desired properties required for a variety of industrial uses. The solvent used in the formulation of these resins is crucial because it affects not only the application properties of the resins (such as drying time, application viscosity, and film formation) but also the environmental impact and compliance with regulations.
Acrylic resins, in general, are known for their superior properties, including clarity, UV resistance, weatherability, and flexibility, which make them ideal for use in products like automotive paints, decorative coatings, industrial coatings, and adhesives. Solvent-based systems often offer advantages such as faster drying times and better flow and leveling properties, making them particularly suitable for high-performance applications where a smooth, uniform finish is desired. The solvent, in combination with the acrylic resin, also influences other properties such as gloss, hardness, and chemical resistance.
The market for solvent-based acrylic resins is characterized by a broad range of applications across various industries. The paints and coatings sector, which includes architectural, industrial, automotive, and marine coatings, is the largest consumer of these resins. Solvent-based acrylic resins are preferred in these industries due to their excellent performance characteristics, including durability, gloss retention, and resistance to environmental factors such as moisture, UV radiation, and temperature variations.
In addition to coatings, solvent-based acrylic resins are also used in adhesives and sealants, where they provide excellent bonding and sealing properties. The automotive sector, in particular, is a major consumer of acrylic-based products, using them for exterior coatings, clear coats, and finishes that provide both aesthetic appeal and protection against the elements. The adhesives market, particularly in construction and packaging industries, also relies on solvent-based acrylic resins for their ability to bond a variety of substrates.
The demand for solvent-based acrylic resins is heavily influenced by several factors, including the regulatory environment, technological advancements, and changing consumer preferences. Environmental concerns, particularly regarding volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and their contribution to air pollution, have led to increased scrutiny and regulation of solvent-based products. This has resulted in a shift toward more sustainable alternatives, such as water-based resins, which are less harmful to the environment. However, solvent-based acrylic resins continue to be preferred in certain applications where performance and durability are critical, and there is a growing focus on developing low-VOC and VOC-free alternatives to mitigate the environmental impact.
Geographically, the solvent-based acrylic resin market is global, with significant demand in regions such as North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and the Middle East & Africa. The Asia-Pacific region is the largest market for solvent-based acrylic resins, driven by the rapid growth of industrialization and urbanization, particularly in countries like China and India. The demand for solvent-based acrylic resins in these regions is primarily driven by the expanding automotive, construction, and packaging industries. North America and Europe, while also significant markets, are experiencing a shift towards more sustainable products, including water-based resins, due to stricter environmental regulations.
Globally, the industry is dominated by several well-known manufacturers, including BASF, DOW, Mitsubishi Chemical, Arkema, DIC, Allnex, etc. These companies have occupied an important share of the market with their strong R&D capabilities, advanced production processes and global supply chains. At the same time, some regional companies are also rising, driving the diversification of the industry's competitive landscape.
This report studies the global Solvent-based Acrylic Resin production, demand, key manufacturers, and key regions.
This report is a detailed and comprehensive analysis of the world market for Solvent-based Acrylic Resin 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 Solvent-based Acrylic Resin that contribute to its increasing demand across many markets.
Highlights and key features of the study
Global Solvent-based Acrylic Resin total production and demand, 2021-2032, (Kilotons)
Global Solvent-based Acrylic Resin total production value, 2021-2032, (USD Million)
Global Solvent-based Acrylic Resin production by region & country, production, value, CAGR, 2021-2032, (USD Million) & (Kilotons), (based on production site)
Global Solvent-based Acrylic Resin consumption by region & country, CAGR, 2021-2032 & (Kilotons)
U.S. VS China: Solvent-based Acrylic Resin domestic production, consumption, key domestic manufacturers and share
Global Solvent-based Acrylic Resin production by manufacturer, production, price, value and market share 2021-2026, (USD Million) & (Kilotons)
Global Solvent-based Acrylic Resin production by Type, production, value, CAGR, 2021-2032, (USD Million) & (Kilotons)
Global Solvent-based Acrylic Resin production by Application, production, value, CAGR, 2021-2032, (USD Million) & (Kilotons)
This report profiles key players in the global Solvent-based Acrylic Resin 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, Arkema, Eternal Materials, Mitsubishi Chem, Soken, Sanmu, Covestro, DIC, 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 Solvent-based Acrylic Resin market
Detailed Segmentation:
Each section contains quantitative market data including market by value (US$ Millions), volume (production, consumption) & (Kilotons) and average price (US$/Ton) 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 Solvent-based Acrylic Resin Market, By Region:
United States
China
Europe
Japan
South Korea
ASEAN
India
Rest of World
Global Solvent-based Acrylic Resin Market, Segmentation by Type:
Hydroxyacrylic Resin
Thermosetting Acrylic Resin
Thermoplastic Acrylic Resin
Global Solvent-based Acrylic Resin Market, Segmentation by Application:
Automotive Coating
Marine Paint
Optical Adhesive Field
Architectural Paint
Others
Companies Profiled:
BASF
DOW
Nippon Shokubai
Arkema
Eternal Materials
Mitsubishi Chem
Soken
Sanmu
Covestro
DIC
Allnex
Key Questions Answered:
1. How big is the global Solvent-based Acrylic Resin market?
2. What is the demand of the global Solvent-based Acrylic Resin market?
3. What is the year over year growth of the global Solvent-based Acrylic Resin market?
4. What is the production and production value of the global Solvent-based Acrylic Resin market?
5. Who are the key producers in the global Solvent-based Acrylic Resin market?
6. What are the growth factors driving the market demand?
Table of Contents
126 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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