The Europe super absorbent polymer market was valued at US$ 1,672.75 million in 2022 and is expected to reach US$ 2,629.55 million by 2030; it is estimated to register a CAGR of 5.8% from 2022 to 2030.
Increasing Adoption of Super Absorbent Polymers in the Healthcare Sector Drives Europe Super Absorbent Polymer Market
Super absorbent polymers are used in wound dressings to manage exudate. Their high absorbency helps maintain a moist wound environment, promoting healing and preventing infections. It is also used in surgical products such as disposable underpads and absorbent surgical drapes. These aid in managing fluids during medical procedures, contributing to a cleaner and sterile surgical environment. In the healthcare setting, super absorbent polymers are utilized in various hygiene products such as bed pads and hospital underpads. This helps in managing bodily fluids and maintaining cleanliness in medical facilities. Super absorbent polymers are integrated into advanced wound dressings, which create a gel-like consistency to protect the wound and aid the healing process. Super absorbent polymers are lightweight and comfortable, making them ideal for incorporation into medical textiles and dressings. The adoption of super absorbent polymer in the healthcare sector is attributed to its versatility, performance, benefits, and ability to address critical needs in various applications of the medical sector. It is used as a bandage for diabetic foot ulcers, pressure ulcers, leg venous and arterial ulcers, first and second-degree burns, post-operative wounds, and traumatic wounds. As per the National Pressure Ulcer Advisory Panel, the incidence of pressure ulcers ranges from 0.4-38% in hospitals, from 2.2-23.9% in skilled nursing facilities, and from 0-17% for home health agencies. Thus, the rising adoption of super absorbent polymers in the healthcare sector drives the super absorbent polymer market.
Europe Super Absorbent Polymer Market Overview
According to a report by the United Nations Population Fund in 2022, the share of the aged population is anticipated to reach 30% of the total population in Europe by 2050. The aging and geriatric population is most likely to suffer from incontinence and require adult diapers to manage incontinence. Further, adult diapers are widely used in hospice and palliative care settings to ensure the comfort of patients with limited mobility due to their medical conditions. Individuals with several medical conditions, such as mobility impairment or cognitive disorders, require adult diapers to manage incontinence. According to research by the European Association of Urology in 2023, incontinence is reported to become a major health problem in Europe, resulting in total accumulated economic burden of more than US$ 350 billion in 2030. The report also revealed that nearly 55-60 million Europeans suffer from continence health problems.
The increasing demand for wound care dressing and incontinence products is propelling the growth of super absorbent polymer market. The emphasis on sustainable and eco-friendly solutions has spurred innovation in the super absorbent polymer market. The rising research in bio-based super absorbent polymer aligns with Europe's commitment to environmental sustainability and promoting a circular economy. Therefore, rising incontinence issues and growing emphasis on the development of bio-based super absorbent polymers are expected to create lucrative opportunities for market growth.
Europe Super Absorbent Polymer Market Revenue and Forecast to 2030 (US$ Million)
Europe Super Absorbent Polymer Market Segmentation
The Europe super absorbent polymer market is segmented into type, category, application, and country.
Based on type, the Europe super absorbent polymer market is categorized into polyacrylic acid, polyacrylamide, sodium polyacrylate, potassium polyacrylate, polysaccharides, and others. The sodium polyacrylate segment held the largest market share in 2022.
In terms of category, the Europe super absorbent polymer market is bifurcated into synthetic and biobased. The synthetic segment held a larger market share in 2022.
By application, the Europe super absorbent polymer market is segmented into personal care, agriculture, healthcare, building & construction, and others. The personal care segment held the largest market share in 2022.
Based on country, the Europe super absorbent polymer market is segmented into Germany, France, the UK, Italy, Russia, and the Rest of Europe. The Rest of Europe dominated the Europe super absorbent polymer market share in 2022.
LG Chem, Ltd.; BASF SE, Sumitomo Seika Chemicals Co., Ltd.; Nippon Shokubai Co., Ltd.; Evonik Industries AG; Chase Corp; Songwon Industrial Co Ltd; and Satellite Chemical Co., Ltd. are among the leading companies operating in the Europe super absorbent polymer market.
Table Of Contents
1. Introduction
1.1 The Insight Partners Research Report Guidance
1.2 Market Segmentation
2. Executive Summary
2.1 Key Insights
2.2 Market Attractiveness
2.2.1 Market Attractiveness
3. Research Methodology
3.1 Coverage
3.2 Secondary Research
3.3 Primary Research
4. Europe Super Absorbent Polymer Market Landscape
4.1 Overview
4.2 Porter's Five Forces Analysis
4.2.1 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
4.2.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers
4.2.3 Threat of New Entrants
4.2.4 Competitive Rivalry
4.2.5 Threat of Substitutes
4.3 Ecosystem Analysis
4.3.1 Raw Material Suppliers:
4.3.2 Manufacturers:
4.3.3 Distributors or Suppliers:
4.3.4 End Use Industry:
4.4 List of Vendors in the Value Chain
5. Europe Super Absorbent Polymer Market - Key Market Dynamics
5.1 Market Drivers
5.1.1 Rising Demand for Hygiene and Incontinence Products
5.1.2 Increasing Adoption of Super Absorbent Polymers in the Healthcare Sector
5.2 Market Restraints
5.2.1 Volatility in Raw Material Prices
5.3 Market Opportunities
5.3.1 Strategic Development Initiatives by Key Market Players
5.4 Future Trends
5.4.1 Development of Bio-Based Super Absorbent Polymer
5.5 Impact Analysis
6. Super Absorbent Polymer Market - Europe Analysis
6.1 Europe Super Absorbent Polymer Market Overview
6.2 Super Absorbent Polymer Market Volume (Kilo Tons)
6.3 Super Absorbent Polymer Market Revenue (US$ Million)
6.4 Super Absorbent Polymer Market Forecast and Analysis
7. Europe Super Absorbent Polymer Market Analysis - Type
7.1 Polyacrylic Acid
7.1.1 Overview
7.1.2 Polyacrylic Acid Market Volume, Revenue, and Forecast to 2030 (Kilo Tons) (US$ Million)
7.2 Polyacrylamide
7.2.1 Overview
7.2.2 Polyacrylamide Market Volume, Revenue, and Forecast to 2030 (Kilo Tons) (US$ Million)
7.3 Sodium Polyacrylate
7.3.1 Overview
7.3.2 Sodium Polyacrylate Market Volume, Revenue, and Forecast to 2030 (Kilo Tons) (US$ Million)
7.4 Potassium Polyacrylate
7.4.1 Overview
7.4.2 Potassium Polyacrylate Market Volume, Revenue, and Forecast to 2030 (Kilo Tons) (US$ Million)
7.5 Polysaccharides
7.5.1 Overview
7.5.2 Polysaccharides Market Volume, Revenue, and Forecast to 2030 (Kilo Tons) (US$ Million)
7.6 Others
7.6.1 Overview
7.6.2 Others Market Volume, Revenue, and Forecast to 2030 (Kilo Tons) (US$ Million)
8. Europe Super Absorbent Polymer Market Analysis - Category
8.1 Synthetic
8.1.1 Overview
8.1.2 Synthetic Market Revenue and Forecast to 2030 (US$ Million)
8.2 Biobased
8.2.1 Overview
8.2.2 Biobased Market Revenue and Forecast to 2030 (US$ Million)
9. Europe Super Absorbent Polymer Market Analysis - by Application
9.1 Personal Care
9.1.1 Overview
9.1.2 Personal Care Market Revenue and Forecast to 2030 (US$ Million)
9.2 Agriculture
9.2.1 Overview
9.2.2 Agriculture Market Revenue and Forecast to 2030 (US$ Million)
9.3 Healthcare
9.3.1 Overview
9.3.2 Healthcare Market Revenue and Forecast to 2030 (US$ Million)
9.4 Building and Construction
9.4.1 Overview
9.4.2 Building & Construction Market Revenue and Forecast to 2030 (US$ Million)
9.5 Others
9.5.1 Overview
9.5.2 Others Market Revenue and Forecast to 2030 (US$ Million)
10. Europe Super Absorbent Polymer Market - Country Analysis
10.1 Europe Super Absorbent Polymer Market - Country Analysis
10.1.1 Europe Super Absorbent Polymer Market Breakdown-by Countries, 2022 and 2030 (%)
10.1.1.1 Germany Super Absorbent Polymer Market Volume and Forecast to 2030 (Kilo Tons)
10.1.1.2 Germany Super Absorbent Polymer Market Revenue and Forecast to 2030 (US$ Million)
10.1.1.2.1 Germany Super Absorbent Polymer Market Breakdown by Type
10.1.1.2.2 Germany Super Absorbent Polymer Market Breakdown by Type
10.1.1.2.3 Germany Super Absorbent Polymer Market Breakdown by Category
10.1.1.2.4 Germany Super Absorbent Polymer Market Breakdown by Application
10.1.1.3 France Super Absorbent Polymer Market Volume and Forecast to 2030 (Kilo Tons)
10.1.1.4 France Super Absorbent Polymer Market Revenue and Forecast to 2030 (US$ Million)
10.1.1.4.1 France Super Absorbent Polymer Market Breakdown by Type
10.1.1.4.2 France Super Absorbent Polymer Market Breakdown by Type
10.1.1.4.3 France Super Absorbent Polymer Market Breakdown by Category
10.1.1.4.4 France Super Absorbent Polymer Market Breakdown by Application
10.1.1.5 UK Super Absorbent Polymer Market Volume and Forecast to 2030 (Kilo Tons)
10.1.1.6 UK Super Absorbent Polymer Market Revenue and Forecast to 2030 (US$ Million)
10.1.1.6.1 UK Super Absorbent Polymer Market Breakdown by Type
10.1.1.6.2 UK Super Absorbent Polymer Market Breakdown by Type
10.1.1.6.3 UK Super Absorbent Polymer Market Breakdown by Category
10.1.1.6.4 UK Super Absorbent Polymer Market Breakdown by Application
10.1.1.7 Italy Super Absorbent Polymer Market Volume and Forecast to 2030 (Kilo Tons)
10.1.1.8 Italy Super Absorbent Polymer Market Revenue and Forecast to 2030 (US$ Million)
10.1.1.8.1 Italy Super Absorbent Polymer Market Breakdown by Type
10.1.1.8.2 Italy Super Absorbent Polymer Market Breakdown by Type
10.1.1.8.3 Italy Super Absorbent Polymer Market Breakdown by Category
10.1.1.8.4 Italy Super Absorbent Polymer Market Breakdown by Application
10.1.1.9 Russia Super Absorbent Polymer Market Volume and Forecast to 2030 (Kilo Tons)
10.1.1.10 Russia Super Absorbent Polymer Market Revenue and Forecast to 2030 (US$ Million)
10.1.1.10.1 Russia Super Absorbent Polymer Market Breakdown by Type
10.1.1.10.2 Russia Super Absorbent Polymer Market Breakdown by Type
10.1.1.10.3 Russia Super Absorbent Polymer Market Breakdown by Category
10.1.1.10.4 Russia Super Absorbent Polymer Market Breakdown by Application
10.1.1.11 Rest of Europe Super Absorbent Polymer Market Volume and Forecast to 2030 (Kilo Tons)
10.1.1.12 Rest of Europe Super Absorbent Polymer Market Revenue and Forecast to 2030 (US$ Million)
10.1.1.12.1 Rest of Europe Super Absorbent Polymer Market Breakdown by Type
10.1.1.12.2 Rest of Europe Super Absorbent Polymer Market Breakdown by Type
10.1.1.12.3 Rest of Europe Super Absorbent Polymer Market Breakdown by Category
10.1.1.12.4 Rest of Europe Super Absorbent Polymer Market Breakdown by Application