Overview of the global superabsorbent polymer (SAP) Market
The global superabsorbent polymer (SAP) market is anticipated to grow at a steady rate and will post a CAGR of more than 5% during the forecast period. As per the market research information, the growing advantage of superabsorbent polymers (SAPs) in the agricultural sector will drive the growth prospects for the global SAP market in the forthcoming years. SAPs are increasingly used in various agricultural areas that witness low rainfall. Some of the major factors responsible for the growing popularity of SAPs in leading countries such as the US and China are its ability to increase the efficiency of water use, cater better water management, and enhance the crop yield. It has been observed that the water-holding capacity of the soil conditioned with SAPs is more efficient than the soil conditioned by traditional irrigation techniques. Also, beneficial properties of SAPs such as its hydrophilicity, irrigation efficiency, and biodegradability will drive its demand among end-users.
In terms of geography, North America accounted for the maximum market share during 2015 and will continue to dominate the market until the end of 2020. Since North America has been a major consumer in the baby diapers and sanitary napkins sector for a long time, the market is witnessing a growth in the region. One of the major factors responsible for the increasing adoption of SAP products in the region includes the growing focus of public on health care issues and awareness of the utility and benefits offered by sanitary napkins, adult incontinence products, and baby diapers.
Competitive landscape and key vendors
The global SAP market witnesses a high competitive environment due to the presence of a large number of small and large vendors. These vendors have a huge geographical presence with production facilities located worldwide. In addition, the global vendors are increasingly focusing on the development of multi-regional relationships with their raw material suppliers by setting up newer facilities in emerging markets. Moreover, one of the top priorities of various vendors to sustain themselves in the market includes value proposition.
Key vendors in this market are -
- BASF
- Evonik Industries
- LG Chem
- Nippon Shokubai
- Sanyo Chemical Industries
Other prominent vendors in the market include Chemtex, Formosa, Plastics, Sumitomo Seika Chemicals, Kao, Multisorb Technologies, SONGWON, Yixing Danson Technology, and Zhejiang Satellite Petro Chemical.
Segmentation by type and analysis of the SAP market
- Sodium polyacrylate
- Polyacrylamide copolymers
The sodium polyacrylate segment accounted for the maximum market share during 2015 and will continue to dominate the market for the next few years. One of the major factors responsible for the growing popularity of sodium polyacrylate is its use in baby diapers and feminine hygienic products because of its non-toxic nature.
Segmentation by application and analysis of the SAP market
- Baby diaper
- Adult incontinence product
- Feminine hygiene product
The baby diapers segment accounted for the maximum market share during 2015 and will continue to dominate the market in the forthcoming years. Some of the major factors responsible for the market segment’s growth are the growing infant population and reduction in infant mortality rates in the developing countries.
Key questions answered in the report include
- What will the market size and the growth rate be in 2020?
- What are the key factors driving the global superabsorbent polymer (SAP) market?
- What are the key market trends impacting the growth of the global superabsorbent polymer (SAP) market?
- What are the challenges to market growth?
- Who are the key vendors in the global superabsorbent polymer (SAP) market?
- What are the market opportunities and threats faced by the vendors in the global superabsorbent polymer (SAP) market?
- What are the trending factors influencing the market shares of APAC, Europe, North America, and ROW?
- What are the key outcomes of the five forces analysis of the global superabsorbent polymer (SAP) market?
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Table of Contents
PART 01: Executive summary
PART 02: Scope of the report
PART 03: Market research methodology
- Research methodology
- Economic indicators
PART 04: Introduction
- Key market highlights
- Outlook
- Process diagram
- Applications of SAP
PART 05: Market landscape
- Global SAP market
- Five forces analysis
PART 06: Market segmentation by type
- Global SAP market by type
- Global SAP market by sodium polyacrylate
- Global SAP market by polyacrylamide copolymers
- Global SAP market by other polymers
PART 07: Market segmentation by application
- Global SAP market by application
- Global SAP market in baby diaper sector
- Global SAP market in adult incontinence product sector
- Global SAP market in feminine hygiene product sector
- Global SAP market in other sectors
PART 08: Geographical segmentation
- Global SAP market by geography
- SAP market in North America
- SAP market in Europe
- SAP market in APAC
- SAP market in ROW
PART 09: Market drivers
- High demand for diapers from infant population
- Global aging population
- Agriculture sector: Promising end-user for SAPs
PART 10: Impact of drivers
PART 11: Market challenges
- Regulations to reduce landfill dumping
- Fluctuating prices of acrylic acid
- Development of bio-based SAP is still at nascent stage
PART 12: Impact of drivers and challenges
PART 13: Market trends
- Rise in demand for bio-based polymers
- Instances of early puberty among females
- Government initiative: Improvement of women’s health
- Increasing use of SAP in other applications
PART 14: Vendor landscape
- Competitive scenario
- Key market vendors
- Other prominent vendors
PART 15: Key vendor analysis
- BASF
- Evonik Industries
- LG Chem
- Nippon Shokubai
- Sanyo Chemical Industries
PART 16: Appendix
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