Top Superabsorbent Polymers Companies

Global Superabsorbent Polymers Market size was valued at USD 8.64 Billion in 2023 poised to grow from USD 9.19 Billion in 2024 to USD 15.1 Billion by 2032, growing at a CAGR of 6.40% in the forecast period (2025-2032).

The global superabsorbent polymers market is competitive in nature, dominated by major players such as BASF SE, Nippon Shokubai Co., Ltd., Evonik Industries AG, and LG Chem Ltd. through strategic partnerships, R&D efforts, and product development. BASF targets sustainable SAP development, and Nippon Shokubai increases capacity in Asia. LG Chem targets bio-based SAPs to keep pace with eco-trends, consolidating their positions in response to increasing demand for environmental-friendly and high-performance absorbent solutions worldwide. 'BASF SE (Germany)', 'Evonik Industries AG (Germany)', 'Nippon Shokubai Co., Ltd. (Japan)', 'Sumitomo Seika Chemicals Co., Ltd. (Japan)', 'LG Chem Ltd. (South Korea)', 'Sanyo Chemical Industries, Ltd. (Japan)', 'Arkema Group (France)', 'Formosa Plastics Corporation (Taiwan)', 'Yixing Danson Technology (China)', 'Chase Corporation (USA)', 'Songwon Industrial Co., Ltd. (South Korea)', 'Zhejiang Satellite Petrochemical Co., Ltd. (China)', 'Thermax Limited (India)', 'Wanhua Chemical Group Co., Ltd. (China)', 'Itaconix Corporation (USA)'

The growing global demand for personal hygiene products—such as baby diapers, feminine hygiene pads, and adult incontinence solutions—is a major driver. Urbanization, increased disposable incomes, and aging populations have caused greater use of absorbent products, strongly driving the global superabsorbent polymers market growth in consumer care and healthcare applications.

Surge in Biodegradable SAP Demand: As environmental regulations tighten and consumer demand for sustainable products grows, biodegradable superabsorbent polymers are gaining momentum. Businesses are investing in R&D for plant-based, compostable SAPs, especially for hygiene items. The global superabsorbent polymers trends mirrors an overall industry move toward environmentally friendly solutions that minimize long-term waste and environmental footprint.

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