Global $10 Bn Superabsorbent Polymers Market 2017-2022: Boon for Agriculture in Arid Areas, Thriving Medical Sector, Geomembranes Enable in Water Conservation & Gaining Traction as Concrete Additives

Agriculture Drives Demand Growth for Superabsorbent Polymers by 5.8% through to 2022, Global Market to Reach $10 Billion

Accounting for a share estimated at 31.8% translating into US$2.5 billion in 2017, Asia-Pacific leads the global value market for SAPs. The region is also projected witness the fastest growth with a CAGR of 6.5% between 2017 and 2022 to reach US$3.4 billion by 2022.

The report reviews, analyzes and projects the global Superabsorbent Polymers (SAPs) market for the period 2014-2022 in terms of volumes in Tons and market value in US$ and the compound annual growth rates (CAGRs) projected from 2017 through 2022

Innovations from SAP manufacturers have led to the development of bio-based materials that are biodegradable and do not contribute to environmental pollution. Governments across the globe are also playing their part in promoting the use of disposable personal care products to maintain cleanliness, which has a direct bearing on demand for SAPs.

Research Findings & Coverage

Product Outline

Application Areas of SAPs analyzed comprise the following:

Key Topics Covered:

Part A: Global Market Perspective

1. Introduction
1.1 Product Outline
1.1.1 What Are Superabsorbent Polymers (SAPs)?
1.1.1.1 A Brief History of SAPs
1.1.2 Techniques of Synthesizing SAPs
1.1.2.1 Bulk Polymerization
1.1.2.2 Solution Polymerization/Cross-Linking
1.1.2.3 Suspension Polymerization or Inverse Suspension Polymerization
1.1.2.4 Polymerization by Irradiation
1.1.2.5 Cross-Linking in Superabsorbent Polymers
1.1.3 Major Types of Superabsorbent Polymers (SAPs)
1.1.3.1 Polyacrylamide Copolymer
1.1.3.1.1 Chemical Properties
1.1.3.1.2 Physical Properties
1.1.3.1.3 Applications
1.1.3.2 Sodium Polyacrylate
1.1.3.2.1 Production Process
1.1.3.2.2 Major Commercial Applications of Sodium Polyacrylate
1.1.3.3 Other Superabsorbent Polymers (SAPs)
1.1.3.3.1 Ethylene Maleic Anhydride Copolymer
1.1.3.3.2 Polyvinyl Alcohol Copolymers
1.1.3.3.3 Polysaccharide-Based SAPs
1.1.4 Applications of Superabsorbent Polymers (SAPs)
1.1.4.1 Hygiene
1.1.4.2 Agriculture and Horticulture
1.1.4.3 Other Applications
1.1.4.3.1 Medical
1.1.4.3.2 Pharmaceuticals
1.1.4.3.3 Others

2. Key Market Trends
2.1 Superabsorbent Polymers Boon for Agriculture in Arid Areas
2.2 Superabsorbent Polymers (SAPs) Thrive in the Medical Sector
2.3 Superabsorbent Polymer Geomembranes Enable in Water Conservation
2.4 Superabsorbent Polymers Gaining Traction as Concrete Additives

3. Key Global Players

4. Key Business Trends

5. Global Market Overview
5.1 Global Superabsorbent Polymers (SAPs) Market Overview by Polymer Type
5.1.1 Global Superabsorbent Polymer Type Market Overview by Geographic Region
5.1.1.1 Polyacrylamide Copolymer
5.1.1.2 Sodium Polyacrylate
5.1.1.3 Other Superabsorbent Polymers (SAPs)
5.2 Global Superabsorbent Polymers (SAPs) Market Overview by Application
5.2.1 Global Superabsorbent Application Market Overview by Geographic Region
5.2.1.1 Adult Incontinence Products
5.2.1.2 Agriculture & Horticulture
5.2.1.3 Baby Diapers
5.2.1.4 Feminine Hygiene Products
5.2.1.5 Other Applications

Part B: Regional Market Perspective

Global Superabsorbent Polymers (SAPs) Market Overview by Geographic Region

Regional Market Overview

1. North America

2. Europe

3. Asia-Pacific

4. South America

5. Rest Of World

Part C: Guide to the Industry

Part D: Annexure

Companies Mentioned

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