The global acrylic acid market size was valued at USD 14.8 billion in 2025 and is projected to grow from USD 15.4 billion in 2026 to USD 20.7 billion by 2033, at a CAGR of 4.3% from 2026 to 2033. Asia Pacific dominated the market, accounting for a revenue share of 40.0% in 2025. The acrylic acid market is booming due to robust construction and infrastructure growth, which drives demand for paints, coatings, adhesives, and sealants.
The personal care industry, especially in hygiene products, relies heavily on acrylic acid-based superabsorbent polymers. Acrylic acid is a primary raw material for super absorbent polymers, widely used in diapers, sanitary napkins, and adult incontinence products. The paints and coatings industry is one of the largest consumers of acrylic acid, primarily for producing acrylate esters, which are essential components of various coating formulations. Increased disposable incomes lead to higher consumption rates of consumer goods that utilize acrylic acid derivatives, including adhesives, sealants, textiles, and personal care products. The expansion of end-use industries such as construction, automotive, textiles, and packaging is driving robust demand for acrylic acid.
Superabsorbent polymers derived from acrylic acid are increasingly utilized in personal care products such as diapers and adult incontinence products. Their unique ability to absorb and retain large quantities of fluid makes them indispensable in these applications. Innovations in production technologies are enhancing the efficiency of acrylic acid manufacturing processes while reducing costs. Rapid industrialization and urbanization in emerging economies are contributing significantly to the growth of the acrylic acid market.
Global Acrylic Acid Market Report Segmentation
This report forecasts revenue growth at global, regional, and country levels and provides an analysis of the latest industry trends and opportunities in each of the sub-segments from 2021 to 2033. For this study, Grand View Research has segmented the global acrylic acid market report based on application, end use, and region:
- Application Outlook (Volume, Kilo Tons; Revenue, USD Billion, 2021 - 2033)
Acrylate Esters
Glacial Acrylic Acid
Others
- End Use Outlook (Volume, Kilo Tons; Revenue, USD Billion, 2021 - 2033)
Surfactants & Surface Coatings
Organic Chemicals
Adhesives and Sealants
Textiles
Water Treatment
Personal Care Products
Others
- Regional Outlook (Volume, Kilo Tons; Revenue, USD Billion, 2021 - 2033)
North America
Europe
Asia Pacific
Latin America
Middle East and Africa (MEA)
Table of Contents
Chapter 1. Methodology and Scope
- 1.1. Market Segmentation and Scope
- 1.2. Market Definitions
- 1.3. Research Methodology
- 1.3.1. Information Procurement
- 1.3.2. Information or Data Analysis
- 1.3.3. Market Formulation & Data Visualization
- 1.3.4. Data Validation & Publishing
- 1.4. Research Scope and Assumptions
- 1.4.1. List of Data Sources
Chapter 2. Executive Summary
- 2.1. Market Outlook
- 2.2. Segment Outlook
- 2.3. Competitive Insights
Chapter 3. Acrylic Acid Market Variables, Trends, & Scope
- 3.1. Market Introduction/Lineage Outlook
- 3.2. Market Size and Growth Prospects (USD Billion, Volume in Kilo Tons)
- 3.3. Market Dynamics
- 3.3.1. Market Drivers Analysis
- 3.3.2. Market Restraints Analysis
- 3.4. Acrylic Acid Market Analysis Tools
- 3.4.1. Porter's Analysis
- 3.4.1.1. Bargaining power of the suppliers
- 3.4.1.2. Bargaining power of the buyers
- 3.4.1.3. Threats of substitution
- 3.4.1.4. Threats from new entrants
- 3.4.1.5. Competitive rivalry
- 3.4.2. PESTEL Analysis
- 3.4.2.1. Political landscape
- 3.4.2.2. Economic and Social landscape
- 3.4.2.3. Technological landscape
- 3.4.2.4. Environmental landscape
- 3.4.2.5. Legal landscape
Chapter 4. Acrylic Acid Market: Application Estimates & Trend Analysis
- 4.1. Segment Dashboard
- 4.2. Acrylic Acid Market: Application Movement Analysis, 2025 & 2033 (USD Million, Volume in Kilo Tons)
- 4.3. Acrylate Esters
- 4.3.1. Acrylate Esters Market Revenue Estimates and Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million, Volume in Kilo Tons)
- 4.4. Glacial Acrylic Acid
- 4.4.1. Glacial Acrylic Acid Market Revenue Estimates and Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million, Volume in Kilo Tons)
- 4.5. Others
- 4.5.1. Others Market Revenue Estimates and Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million, Volume in Kilo Tons)
Chapter 5. Acrylic Acid Market: End Use Estimates & Trend Analysis
- 5.1. Segment Dashboard
- 5.2. Acrylic Acid Market: End Use Movement Analysis, 2025 & 2033 (USD Million, Volume in Kilo Tons)
- 5.3. Surfactants & Surface Coatings
- 5.3.1. Surfactants & Surface Coatings Market Revenue Estimates and Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million, Volume in Kilo Tons)
- 5.4. Organic Chemicals
- 5.4.1. Organic Chemicals Market Revenue Estimates and Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million, Volume in Kilo Tons)
- 5.5. Adhesives and Sealants
- 5.5.1. Adhesives and Sealants Market Revenue Estimates and Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million, Volume in Kilo Tons)
- 5.6. Textiles
- 5.6.1. Textiles Market Revenue Estimates and Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million, Volume in Kilo Tons)
- 5.7. Water Treatment
- 5.7.1. Water Treatment Market Revenue Estimates and Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million, Volume in Kilo Tons)
- 5.8. Personal Care Products (Superabsorbent diapers, etc.)
- 5.8.1. Personal Care Products (Superabsorbent diapers, etc.) Market Revenue Estimates and Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million, Volume in Kilo Tons)
- 5.9. Others
- 5.9.1. Others Market Revenue Estimates and Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million, Volume in Kilo Tons)
Chapter 6. Acrylic Acid Market: Regional Estimates & Trend Analysis
- 6.1. Acrylic Acid Market Share, By Region, 2025 & 2033 (USD Million, Volume in Kilo Tons)
- 6.2. North America
- 6.2.1. North America Acrylic Acid Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million, Volume in Kilo Tons)
- 6.2.2. U.S.
- 6.2.2.1. U.S. Acrylic Acid Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million, Volume in Kilo Tons)
- 6.2.3. Canada
- 6.2.3.1. Canada Acrylic Acid Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million, Volume in Kilo Tons)
- 6.2.4. Mexico
- 6.2.4.1. Mexico Acrylic Acid Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million, Volume in Kilo Tons)
- 6.3. Europe
- 6.3.1. Europe Acrylic Acid Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million, Volume in Kilo Tons)
- 6.3.2. Belgium
- 6.3.2.1. Belgium Acrylic Acid Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million, Volume in Kilo Tons)
- 6.3.3. Germany
- 6.3.3.1. Germany Acrylic Acid Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million, Volume in Kilo Tons)
- 6.3.4. France
- 6.3.4.1. France Acrylic Acid Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million, Volume in Kilo Tons)
- 6.4. Asia Pacific
- 6.4.1. Asia Pacific Acrylic Acid Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million, Volume in Kilo Tons)
- 6.4.2. China
- 6.4.2.1. China Acrylic Acid Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million, Volume in Kilo Tons)
- 6.4.3. Japan
- 6.4.3.1. Japan Acrylic Acid Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million, Volume in Kilo Tons)
- 6.4.4. India
- 6.4.4.1. India Acrylic Acid Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million, Volume in Kilo Tons)
- 6.5. Latin America
- 6.5.1. Latin America Acrylic Acid Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million, Volume in Kilo Tons)
- 6.5.2. Brazil
- 6.5.2.1. Brazil Acrylic Acid Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million, Volume in Kilo Tons)
- 6.6. Middle East and Africa
- 6.6.1. Middle East and Africa Acrylic Acid Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million, Volume in Kilo Tons)
- 6.6.2. Saudi Arabia
- 6.6.2.1. Saudi Arabia Acrylic Acid Market Estimates and Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million, Volume in Kilo Tons)
Chapter 7. Competitive Landscape
- 7.1. Recent Developments & Impact Analysis by Key Market Participants
- 7.2. Company Categorization
- 7.3. Company Heat Map Analysis
- 7.4. Company Profiles
- 7.4.1. Vigon International, LLC.
- 7.4.1.1. Participant's Overview
- 7.4.1.2. Financial Performance
- 7.4.1.3. Product Benchmarking
- 7.4.1.4. Recent Developments/ Strategic Initiatives
- 7.4.2. SMC
- 7.4.2.1. Participant's Overview
- 7.4.2.2. Financial Performance
- 7.4.2.3. Product Benchmarking
- 7.4.2.4. Recent Developments/ Strategic Initiatives
- 7.4.3. BASF SE
- 7.4.3.1. Participant's Overview
- 7.4.3.2. Financial Performance
- 7.4.3.3. Product Benchmarking
- 7.4.3.4. Recent Developments/ Strategic Initiatives
- 7.4.4. Arkema
- 7.4.4.1. Participant's Overview
- 7.4.4.2. Financial Performance
- 7.4.4.3. Product Benchmarking
- 7.4.4.4. Recent Developments/ Strategic Initiatives
- 7.4.5. LG Chem
- 7.4.5.1. Participant's Overview
- 7.4.5.2. Financial Performance
- 7.4.5.3. Product Benchmarking
- 7.4.5.4. Recent Developments/ Strategic Initiatives
- 7.4.6. Shanghai Huayi Acrylic Acid Co., Ltd
- 7.4.6.1. Participant's Overview
- 7.4.6.2. Financial Performance
- 7.4.6.3. Product Benchmarking
- 7.4.6.4. Recent Developments/ Strategic Initiatives
- 7.4.7. Al NIPPON SHOKUBAI CO., LTD.
- 7.4.7.1. Participant's Overview
- 7.4.7.2. Financial Performance
- 7.4.7.3. Product Benchmarking
- 7.4.7.4. Recent Developments/ Strategic Initiatives
- 7.4.8. Dow
- 7.4.8.1. Participant's Overview
- 7.4.8.2. Financial Performance
- 7.4.8.3. Product Benchmarking
- 7.4.8.4. Recent Developments/ Strategic Initiatives
- 7.4.9. Sinopec
- 7.4.9.1. Participant's Overview
- 7.4.9.2. Financial Performance
- 7.4.9.3. Product Benchmarking
- 7.4.9.4. Recent Developments/ Strategic Initiatives
- 7.4.10. Formosa Plastics Corporation, U.S.A.
- 7.4.10.1. Participant's Overview
- 7.4.10.2. Financial Performance
- 7.4.10.3. Product Benchmarking
- 7.4.10.4. Recent Developments/ Strategic Initiatives
- 7.4.11. Sasol
- 7.4.11.1. Participant's Overview
- 7.4.11.2. Financial Performance
- 7.4.11.3. Product Benchmarking
- 7.4.11.4. Recent Developments/ Strategic Initiatives
- 7.4.12. Wanhua
- 7.4.12.1. Participant's Overview
- 7.4.12.2. Financial Performance
- 7.4.12.3. Product Benchmarking
- 7.4.12.4. Recent Developments/ Strategic Initiatives