Global Water-soluble Polymer Market Size, Share, Growth, Trends, and Forecast (2024 - 2031)
Global Water-soluble Polymer Market Scope: Historical Data (2021 – 2022), Base Year (2023), Forecast Period (2024 – 2031)
Market Segmentation: By Type (Polyacrylamide, Polyvinyl Alcohol, Guar Gum, Gelatin, Xanthan Gum, Polyacrylic Acid, Polyethylene Glycol, and Other Types), End-user Industry (Water Treatment, Food and Beverage, Personal Care and Hygiene, Oil and Gas, Pulp and Paper, Pharmaceutical, and Others), and Region (North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, Middle East, and Africa)
Market Overview
The Global Water-soluble Polymer Market was valued at USD 45,322.6 million in 2023 and is expected to reach USD 72,784.4 million by 2031 while growing at a CAGR of 6.1% during the forecast period (2024-2031).
*Note: Graph is shown for illustrative purposes only; complete datasets will be provided in the full report
Market Dynamics
This section of the report will analyze various driving and restraining factors that are expected to have a significant impact on the global water-soluble polymer market growth. A water-soluble polymer is a high-molecular-weight compound that dissolves in water, forming a uniform solution. These polymers are made up of repeating structural units, or monomers, linked by covalent bonds, and their water solubility is due to the inclusion of hydrophilic (water-attracting) groups in their molecular structure.
Increasing demand for water treatment and expanding use in the oil and gas industry drive the water-soluble polymer market. However, challenges like the high cost of water-soluble polymers and concerns regarding biodegradability could hinder further expansion.
Furthermore, the global water-soluble polymer industry will be analyzed through various tools including PESTLE analysis, and Porter’s analysis.
Segmentation – By Type Analysis
The Global Water-soluble Polymer Market is segmented among Polyacrylamide, Polyvinyl Alcohol, Guar Gum, Gelatin, Xanthan Gum, Polyacrylic Acid, Polyethylene Glycol, and Other Types, based on Type. In 2023, Polyvinyl Alcohol accounted for the majority of the market share*.
*Note: Graph is shown for illustrative purposes only; complete datasets will be provided in the full report
Segmentation – By End-user Industry Analysis
The Global Water-soluble Polymer Market is segmented among Water Treatment, Food and Beverage, Personal Care and Hygiene, Oil and Gas, Pulp and Paper, Pharmaceutical, and Others, based on End-user Industry. In 2023, Others accounted for the majority of the market share*.
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Global Water-soluble Polymer Market: Regional Analysis
Based on region, the market is divided into six regions including North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, Middle East, and Africa. In 2023, Asia Pacific dominated the market with the highest market share, while North America is expected to grow with the highest CAGR during the forecast period (2024 – 2031).
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Competitive Landscape
Some of the key players operating in the market are Ashland, Arkema, BASF SE, CP Kelco US Inc., DuPont, Gantrade Corporation, Kemira, Kuraray Co. Ltd, Merck KGaA, and Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation.
Table of Contents:
1. Research Methodology and Market Scope
Research Methodology
Market Scope
2. Executive Summary
3. Global Water-soluble Polymer Market Dynamics
Drivers
Restraints
Opportunity
4. Global Water-soluble Polymer Industry Analysis
PEST Analysis
Porter's Five Force Analysis
Recent Deals Analysis
5. Global Water-soluble Polymer Market Segmentation, By Type
Global Water-soluble Polymer Market Share Analysis, By Type
Global Water-soluble Polymer Market Growth Analysis, By Type
Global Water-soluble Polymer Market Trends, By Type
o Polyacrylamide
o Polyvinyl Alcohol
o Guar Gum
o Gelatin
o Xanthan Gum
o Polyacrylic Acid
o Polyethylene Glycol
o Other Types
6. Global Water-soluble Polymer Market Segmentation, By End-user Industry
Global Water-soluble Polymer Market Share Analysis, By End-user Industry
Global Water-soluble Polymer Market Growth Analysis, By End-user Industry
Global Water-soluble Polymer Market Trends, By End-user Industry
o Water Treatment
o Food and Beverage
o Personal Care and Hygiene
o Oil and Gas
o Pulp and Paper
o Pharmaceutical
o Others
7. Global Water-soluble Polymer Market Segmentation, By Region
Global Water-soluble Polymer Market Share Analysis, By Region
Global Water-soluble Polymer Market Growth Analysis, By Region
Global Water-soluble Polymer Market Trends, By Region
o North America
o Europe
o Asia Pacific
o Latin America
o Middle East
o Africa
8. Competitive Landscape
Ashland*
o Company Overview
o Financial Performance
o Key Development/Strategies
o SWOT Analysis
Arkema
BASF SE
CP Kelco US Inc.
DuPont
Gantrade Corporation
Kemira
Kuraray Co. Ltd
Merck KGaA
Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation
*Similar analysis will be provided for each company listed above.