North America Polyacrylic Acid Market Size, Share & Industry Analysis Report By Grade (Industrial, Cosmetic, and Pharmaceutical), By Application (Water & Wastewater Treatment, Detergents & Cleaners, Paints, Coatings, & Inks, Superabsorbent Polymers, and O
Description
The North America Polyacrylic Acid Market would witness market growth of 5.7% CAGR during the forecast period (2025-2032). In the year 2021, the North America market's volume surged to 2312.42 hundred tonnes, showcasing a growth of 20.1% (2021-2024).
The US market dominated the North America Polyacrylic Acid Market by Country in 2024, and would continue to be a dominant market till 2032; thereby, achieving a market value of $672.7 million by 2032. The Canada market is experiencing a CAGR of 7.9% during (2025 - 2032). Additionally, The Mexico market would exhibit a CAGR of 6.6% during (2025 - 2032). The US and Canada led the North America Polyacrylic Acid Market by Country with a market share of 71% and 11.7% in 2024.
The North American polyacrylic acid (PAA) market has changed from being used in water treatment and cleaning in the years after World War II to a diverse, high-value sector driven by new technologies, rules, and goals for sustainability. PAA became popular because of its ability to disperse, prevent scaling, and absorb water. It was first supported by academic research and government programs. It is now used in municipal systems and industrial formulations. Over the years, growth was driven by stricter environmental rules, improvements in polymerization, and more uses in personal care products, detergents, and cement additives. In recent years, new ways of making bio-based acrylic acid have been developed that are better for the environment and less likely to cause problems with petrochemical prices. This is happening at the same time as the use of acrylic acid in water treatment, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals is growing.
The market is divided into three grades: industrial, cosmetic, and pharmaceutical. Industrial applications are the most popular because there is a high demand for water treatment, detergents, and coatings that meet strict environmental standards. Cosmetic-grade PAA is useful for thickening, emulsifying, and stabilizing high-end skincare products. Pharmaceutical-grade PAA is important for drug delivery systems because it is bio-adhesive and has controlled-release properties. Water and wastewater treatment is the biggest use, followed by detergents, coatings, superabsorbent polymers, and special uses in construction, textiles, and adhesives. Performance, customization, and following the rules all affect competition. Success depends on being sustainable, coming up with new ideas, and making high-purity formulations that meet strict safety and environmental standards.
Grade Outlook
Based on Grade, the market is segmented into Industrial, Cosmetic, and Pharmaceutical. The Industrial market segment dominated the Mexico Polyacrylic Acid Market by Grade is expected to grow at a CAGR of 6 % during the forecast period thereby continuing its dominance until 2032. Also, The Pharmaceutical market is anticipated to grow as a CAGR of 7.4 % during the forecast period during (2025 - 2032). In Maxico, 82.18 hundred tonnes of volume polyacrylic acid is expected to be utilized in Pharmaceutical by grade by the year 2032.
Country Outlook
The U.S. polyacrylic acid market is supported by a mature industrial base and steady demand, primarily from municipal and industrial water treatment, household detergents, and hygiene products. Stringent regulations, such as the Safe Drinking Water Act and the National Water Reuse Action Plan, drive widespread adoption in wastewater facilities, while growing use in cooling towers, desalination plants, and pharmaceutical excipients reflects expanding application diversity. The market is also witnessing a gradual shift toward bio-based formulations in line with sustainability goals. Competition involves both nationwide players and regional producers offering specialized grades, with moderate entry barriers shaped by capital investment needs and regulatory compliance. Innovation in biodegradable alternatives is opening opportunities for smaller, agile companies.
List of Key Companies Profiled
By Grade (Volume, Hundred Tonnes, USD Billion, 2021-2032)
The US market dominated the North America Polyacrylic Acid Market by Country in 2024, and would continue to be a dominant market till 2032; thereby, achieving a market value of $672.7 million by 2032. The Canada market is experiencing a CAGR of 7.9% during (2025 - 2032). Additionally, The Mexico market would exhibit a CAGR of 6.6% during (2025 - 2032). The US and Canada led the North America Polyacrylic Acid Market by Country with a market share of 71% and 11.7% in 2024.
The North American polyacrylic acid (PAA) market has changed from being used in water treatment and cleaning in the years after World War II to a diverse, high-value sector driven by new technologies, rules, and goals for sustainability. PAA became popular because of its ability to disperse, prevent scaling, and absorb water. It was first supported by academic research and government programs. It is now used in municipal systems and industrial formulations. Over the years, growth was driven by stricter environmental rules, improvements in polymerization, and more uses in personal care products, detergents, and cement additives. In recent years, new ways of making bio-based acrylic acid have been developed that are better for the environment and less likely to cause problems with petrochemical prices. This is happening at the same time as the use of acrylic acid in water treatment, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals is growing.
The market is divided into three grades: industrial, cosmetic, and pharmaceutical. Industrial applications are the most popular because there is a high demand for water treatment, detergents, and coatings that meet strict environmental standards. Cosmetic-grade PAA is useful for thickening, emulsifying, and stabilizing high-end skincare products. Pharmaceutical-grade PAA is important for drug delivery systems because it is bio-adhesive and has controlled-release properties. Water and wastewater treatment is the biggest use, followed by detergents, coatings, superabsorbent polymers, and special uses in construction, textiles, and adhesives. Performance, customization, and following the rules all affect competition. Success depends on being sustainable, coming up with new ideas, and making high-purity formulations that meet strict safety and environmental standards.
Grade Outlook
Based on Grade, the market is segmented into Industrial, Cosmetic, and Pharmaceutical. The Industrial market segment dominated the Mexico Polyacrylic Acid Market by Grade is expected to grow at a CAGR of 6 % during the forecast period thereby continuing its dominance until 2032. Also, The Pharmaceutical market is anticipated to grow as a CAGR of 7.4 % during the forecast period during (2025 - 2032). In Maxico, 82.18 hundred tonnes of volume polyacrylic acid is expected to be utilized in Pharmaceutical by grade by the year 2032.
Country Outlook
The U.S. polyacrylic acid market is supported by a mature industrial base and steady demand, primarily from municipal and industrial water treatment, household detergents, and hygiene products. Stringent regulations, such as the Safe Drinking Water Act and the National Water Reuse Action Plan, drive widespread adoption in wastewater facilities, while growing use in cooling towers, desalination plants, and pharmaceutical excipients reflects expanding application diversity. The market is also witnessing a gradual shift toward bio-based formulations in line with sustainability goals. Competition involves both nationwide players and regional producers offering specialized grades, with moderate entry barriers shaped by capital investment needs and regulatory compliance. Innovation in biodegradable alternatives is opening opportunities for smaller, agile companies.
List of Key Companies Profiled
- BASF SE
- The Dow Chemical Company
- The Lubrizol Corporation (Berkshire Hathaway Inc.)
- Evonik Industries AG (RAG-Stiftung)
- Ashland Inc.
- Nippon Express Co., Ltd.
- Sumitomo Seika Chemicals Co. Ltd.
- Kao Corporation
- Merck KGaA
- SNF Group
By Grade (Volume, Hundred Tonnes, USD Billion, 2021-2032)
- Industrial
- Cosmetic
- Pharmaceutical
- Water & Wastewater Treatment
- Detergents & Cleaners
- Paints, Coatings, & Inks
- Superabsorbent Polymers
- Other Application
- US
- Canada
- Mexico
- Rest of North America
Table of Contents
147 Pages
- Chapter 1. Market Scope & Methodology
- 1.1 Market Definition
- 1.2 Objectives
- 1.3 Market Scope
- 1.4 Segmentation
- 1.4.1 North America Polyacrylic Acid Market, by Grade
- 1.4.2 North America Polyacrylic Acid Market, by Application
- 1.4.3 North America Polyacrylic Acid Market, by Country
- 1.5 Methodology for the research
- Chapter 2. Market at a Glance
- 2.1 Key Highlights
- Chapter 3. Market Overview
- 3.1 Introduction
- 3.1.1 Overview
- 3.2 Key Factors Impacting the Market
- 3.2.1 Market Drivers
- 3.2.2 Market Restraints
- 3.2.3 Market Opportunities
- 3.2.4 Market Challenges
- Chapter 4. Market Trends North America Polyacrylic Acid Market
- Chapter 5. State of Competition North America Polyacrylic Acid Market
- Chapter 6. Competition Analysis – Global
- 6.1 Market Share Analysis, 2024
- 6.2 Porter Five Forces Analysis
- Chapter 7. PLC (Product Life Cycle) Polyacrylic Acid Market
- Chapter 8. Key Customer Criteria - Polyacrylic Acid Market
- Chapter 9. North America Polyacrylic Acid Market by Grade
- 9.1 North America Industrial Market by Country
- 9.2 North America Cosmetic Market by Country
- 9.3 North America Pharmaceutical Market by Country
- Chapter 10. North America Polyacrylic Acid Market by Application
- 10.1 North America Water & Wastewater Treatment Market by Country
- 10.2 North America Detergents & Cleaners Market by Country
- 10.3 North America Paints, Coatings, & Inks Market by Country
- 10.4 North America Superabsorbent Polymers Market by Country
- 10.5 North America Other Application Market by Country
- Chapter 11. North America Polyacrylic Acid Market by Country
- 11.1 US Polyacrylic Acid Market
- 11.1.1 US Polyacrylic Acid Market by Grade
- 11.1.2 US Polyacrylic Acid Market by Application
- 11.2 Canada Polyacrylic Acid Market
- 11.2.1 Canada Polyacrylic Acid Market by Grade
- 11.2.2 Canada Polyacrylic Acid Market by Application
- 11.3 Mexico Polyacrylic Acid Market
- 11.3.1 Mexico Polyacrylic Acid Market by Grade
- 11.3.2 Mexico Polyacrylic Acid Market by Application
- 11.4 Rest of North America Polyacrylic Acid Market
- 11.4.1 Rest of North America Polyacrylic Acid Market by Grade
- 11.4.2 Rest of North America Polyacrylic Acid Market by Application
- Chapter 12. Company Profiles
- 12.1 BASF SE
- 12.1.1 Company Overview
- 12.1.2 Financial Analysis
- 12.1.3 Segmental and Regional Analysis
- 12.1.4 Research & Development Expenses
- 12.1.5 SWOT Analysis
- 12.2 The Dow Chemical Company
- 12.2.1 Company Overview
- 12.2.2 Financial Analysis
- 12.2.3 Segmental and Regional Analysis
- 12.2.4 Research & Development Expenses
- 12.2.5 SWOT Analysis
- 12.3 The Lubrizol Corporation (Berkshire Hathaway, Inc.)
- 12.3.1 Company Overview
- 12.3.2 Financial Analysis
- 12.3.3 Segmental Analysis
- 12.3.4 SWOT Analysis
- 12.4 Evonik Industries AG (RAG-Stiftung)
- 12.4.1 Company Overview
- 12.4.2 Financial Analysis
- 12.4.3 Regional Analysis
- 12.4.4 Research & Development Expenses
- 12.4.5 SWOT Analysis
- 12.5 Ashland Inc.
- 12.5.1 Company Overview
- 12.5.2 Financial Analysis
- 12.5.3 Segmental and Regional Analysis
- 12.5.4 Research & Development Expenses
- 12.5.5 SWOT Analysis
- 12.6 Nippon Shokubai Co., Ltd.
- 12.6.1 Company Overview
- 12.6.2 Financial Analysis
- 12.6.3 Segmental Analysis
- 12.6.4 Recent strategies and developments:
- 12.6.4.1 Geographical Expansions:
- 12.7 Sumitomo Seika Chemicals Co. Ltd.
- 12.7.1 Company Overview
- 12.7.2 Financial Analysis
- 12.8 Kao Corporation
- 12.8.1 Company Overview
- 12.8.2 Financial Analysis
- 12.8.3 Segmental and Regional Analysis
- 12.8.4 Research & Development Expenses
- 12.8.5 SWOT Analysis
- 12.9 Merck KGaA
- 12.9.1 Company Overview
- 12.9.2 Financial Analysis
- 12.9.3 Segmental and Regional Analysis
- 12.9.4 Research & Development Expenses
- 12.9.5 SWOT Analysis
- 12.10. SNF Group
- 12.10.1 Company Overview
- 12.10.2 SWOT Analysis
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