PUBLISHER: IMARC | PRODUCT CODE: 1451756
PUBLISHER: IMARC | PRODUCT CODE: 1451756
Biodegradable Superabsorbent Materials Market Report by Product (Polyvinyl Alcohol, Polyitaconic Acid, Polyacrylamide, Polysaccharides), Application (Personal Care and Hygiene, Agriculture, Medical, and Others), and Region 2024-2032
The global biodegradable superabsorbent materials market size reached US$ 141.6 Million in 2023. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach US$ 214.6 Million by 2032, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 4.58% during 2024-2032. The increasing demand for female hygiene, disposable diapers, adult incontinence products, and the stringent government regulations on reducing plastic waste are key factors driving the market.
Biodegradable superabsorbent materials (BSAMs) can absorb and retain large amounts of liquid while breaking down into harmless compounds in the environment. These materials are made from natural polymers, such as starch, cellulose, and chitosan, and can be used in various applications, including agriculture, hygiene products, and water treatment. In agriculture, BSAMs improve water retention in soil, thereby reducing water usage and improving crop yields. These materials are used as mulch films to prevent soil erosion and improve the soil's overall health. Additionally, they are used as soil amendments to improve nutrient availability and plant growth. They are also used in hygiene products instead of traditional superabsorbent materials from non-renewable resources such as petroleum. These materials are commonly used in diapers, sanitary pads, and incontinence products, where they can provide superior absorbency while reducing the environmental impact of these products. BSAMs are widely used in wound dressings, where they can absorb excess fluid and help to promote healing. They offer a sustainable alternative to traditional superabsorbent materials, which can have a significant environmental impact due to their non-biodegradable nature. They are also extensively used in water treatment to remove contaminants from wastewater and other polluted water sources. These materials can absorb heavy metals, organic compounds, and other pollutants, effectively filtering the water and making it safe for human and animal consumption.
Biodegradable Superabsorbent Materials Market Trends:
The growing awareness regarding the environmental impact of traditional superabsorbent materials significantly contributes to the market growth worldwide. In line with this, the increasing demand for sustainable and eco-friendly products is positively influencing the market. The escalating sales of female hygiene, disposable diapers, and adult incontinence products are catalyzing the market. Furthermore, the stringent government regulations on reducing plastic waste are creating a positive outlook for the market. The rising consumer demand for natural and organic products is further propelling the market. Apart from this, the increasing usage of BSAMs in agriculture to improve crop yields and reduce water usage is favoring the market. Moreover, the increasing demand for biodegradable materials in the hygiene industry and the growing popularity of eco-friendly diapers and sanitary products are strengthening the market. The extensive use of BSAMs in wound care products and water treatment to remove pollutants and contaminants is bolstering the market. Additionally, the collaborations between governments, industries, and research institutions to promote sustainable materials is creating a positive outlook for the market. The improved manufacturing processes, the cost-effectiveness of BSAMs, and the easy availability of raw materials for the production of BSAMs are providing a boost to the market.
Key Market Segmentation:
IMARC Group provides an analysis of the key trends in each segment of the global biodegradable superabsorbent materials market, along with forecasts at the global, regional, and country levels from 2024-2032. Our report has categorized the market based on product and application.
Product Insights:
Polyvinyl Alcohol
Polyitaconic Acid
Polyacrylamide
Polysaccharides
The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the biodegradable superabsorbent materials market based on the product. This polyvinyl alcohol, polyitaconic acid, polyacrylamide, and polysaccharides. Among these, polyvinyl alcohol represented the largest market segment.
Application Insights:
Personal Care and Hygiene
Disposable Diapers
Adult Incontinence Products
Female Hygiene
Agriculture
Medical
Others
A detailed breakup and analysis of the biodegradable superabsorbent materials market based on the application has also been provided in the report. This includes personal care and hygiene (disposable diapers, adult incontinence products, and female hygiene), agriculture, medical, and others. Among these, personal care and hygiene (disposable diapers, adult incontinence products, and female hygiene) accounted for the largest market segment.
Regional Insights:
North America
United States
Canada
Asia Pacific
China
Japan
India
South Korea
Australia
Indonesia
Others
Europe
Germany
France
United Kingdom
Italy
Spain
Russia
Others
Latin America
Brazil
Mexico
Others
Middle East and Africa
The report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of all the major regional markets, which include North America (the United States and Canada); Asia Pacific (China, Japan, India, South Korea, Australia, Indonesia, and others); Europe (Germany, France, the United Kingdom, Italy, Spain, Russia, and others); Latin America (Brazil, Mexico, and others); and the Middle East and Africa. According to the report, Europe was the largest market for biodegradable superabsorbent materials. Some of the factors driving the Europe biodegradable superabsorbent materials market included the increasing demand for biodegradable materials in the hygiene segment and the growing popularity of eco-friendly diapers and sanitary products.
Competitive Landscape:
The report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of the competitive landscape in the global biodegradable superabsorbent materials market. Competitive analysis such as market structure, market share by key players, player positioning, top winning strategies, competitive dashboard, and company evaluation quadrant has been covered in the report. Also, detailed profiles of all major companies have been provided. Some of the companies covered include BASF SE, Chinafloc, Itaconix Corporation, Nippon Shokubai Co., Ltd, Nuoer Chemical Australia Pty Ltd, and SNF Group. Kindly note that this only represents a partial list of companies, and the complete list has been provided in the report.
Key Questions Answered in This Report
- 1. How big is the global biodegradable superabsorbent materials market?
- 2. What is the expected growth rate of the global biodegradable superabsorbent materials market during 2024-2032?
- 3. What are the key factors driving the global biodegradable superabsorbent materials market?
- 4. What has been the impact of COVID-19 on the global biodegradable superabsorbent materials market?
- 5. What is the breakup of the global biodegradable superabsorbent materials market based on the product?
- 6. What is the breakup of the global biodegradable superabsorbent materials market based on the application?
- 7. What are the key regions in the global biodegradable superabsorbent materials market?
- 8. Who are the key players/companies in the global biodegradable superabsorbent materials market?
Table of Contents
1 Preface
2 Scope and Methodology
- 2.1 Objectives of the Study
- 2.2 Stakeholders
- 2.3 Data Sources
- 2.3.1 Primary Sources
- 2.3.2 Secondary Sources
- 2.4 Market Estimation
- 2.4.1 Bottom-Up Approach
- 2.4.2 Top-Down Approach
- 2.5 Forecasting Methodology
3 Executive Summary
4 Introduction
- 4.1 Overview
- 4.2 Key Industry Trends
5 Global Biodegradable Superabsorbent Materials Market
- 5.1 Market Overview
- 5.2 Market Performance
- 5.3 Impact of COVID-19
- 5.4 Market Forecast
6 Market Breakup by Product
- 6.1 Polyvinyl Alcohol
- 6.1.1 Market Trends
- 6.1.2 Market Forecast
- 6.2 Polyitaconic Acid
- 6.2.1 Market Trends
- 6.2.2 Market Forecast
- 6.3 Polyacrylamide
- 6.3.1 Market Trends
- 6.3.2 Market Forecast
- 6.4 Polysaccharides
- 6.4.1 Market Trends
- 6.4.2 Market Forecast
7 Market Breakup by Application
- 7.1 Personal Care and Hygiene
- 7.1.1 Market Trends
- 7.1.2 Key Segments
- 7.1.2.1 Disposable Diapers
- 7.1.2.2 Adult Incontinence Products
- 7.1.2.3 Female Hygiene
- 7.1.3 Market Forecast
- 7.2 Agriculture
- 7.2.1 Market Trends
- 7.2.2 Market Forecast
- 7.3 Medical
- 7.3.1 Market Trends
- 7.3.2 Market Forecast
- 7.4 Others
- 7.4.1 Market Trends
- 7.4.2 Market Forecast
8 Market Breakup by Region
- 8.1 North America
- 8.1.1 United States
- 8.1.1.1 Market Trends
- 8.1.1.2 Market Forecast
- 8.1.2 Canada
- 8.1.2.1 Market Trends
- 8.1.2.2 Market Forecast
- 8.1.1 United States
- 8.2 Asia-Pacific
- 8.2.1 China
- 8.2.1.1 Market Trends
- 8.2.1.2 Market Forecast
- 8.2.2 Japan
- 8.2.2.1 Market Trends
- 8.2.2.2 Market Forecast
- 8.2.3 India
- 8.2.3.1 Market Trends
- 8.2.3.2 Market Forecast
- 8.2.4 South Korea
- 8.2.4.1 Market Trends
- 8.2.4.2 Market Forecast
- 8.2.5 Australia
- 8.2.5.1 Market Trends
- 8.2.5.2 Market Forecast
- 8.2.6 Indonesia
- 8.2.6.1 Market Trends
- 8.2.6.2 Market Forecast
- 8.2.7 Others
- 8.2.7.1 Market Trends
- 8.2.7.2 Market Forecast
- 8.2.1 China
- 8.3 Europe
- 8.3.1 Germany
- 8.3.1.1 Market Trends
- 8.3.1.2 Market Forecast
- 8.3.2 France
- 8.3.2.1 Market Trends
- 8.3.2.2 Market Forecast
- 8.3.3 United Kingdom
- 8.3.3.1 Market Trends
- 8.3.3.2 Market Forecast
- 8.3.4 Italy
- 8.3.4.1 Market Trends
- 8.3.4.2 Market Forecast
- 8.3.5 Spain
- 8.3.5.1 Market Trends
- 8.3.5.2 Market Forecast
- 8.3.6 Russia
- 8.3.6.1 Market Trends
- 8.3.6.2 Market Forecast
- 8.3.7 Others
- 8.3.7.1 Market Trends
- 8.3.7.2 Market Forecast
- 8.3.1 Germany
- 8.4 Latin America
- 8.4.1 Brazil
- 8.4.1.1 Market Trends
- 8.4.1.2 Market Forecast
- 8.4.2 Mexico
- 8.4.2.1 Market Trends
- 8.4.2.2 Market Forecast
- 8.4.3 Others
- 8.4.3.1 Market Trends
- 8.4.3.2 Market Forecast
- 8.4.1 Brazil
- 8.5 Middle East and Africa
- 8.5.1 Market Trends
- 8.5.2 Market Breakup by Country
- 8.5.3 Market Forecast
9 Drivers, Restraints, and Opportunities
- 9.1 Overview
- 9.2 Drivers
- 9.3 Restraints
- 9.4 Opportunities
10 Value Chain Analysis
11 Porters Five Forces Analysis
- 11.1 Overview
- 11.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers
- 11.3 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
- 11.4 Degree of Competition
- 11.5 Threat of New Entrants
- 11.6 Threat of Substitutes
12 Price Analysis
13 Competitive Landscape
- 13.1 Market Structure
- 13.2 Key Players
- 13.3 Profiles of Key Players
- 13.3.1 BASF SE
- 13.3.1.1 Company Overview
- 13.3.1.2 Product Portfolio
- 13.3.1.3 Financials
- 13.3.1.4 SWOT Analysis
- 13.3.2 Chinafloc
- 13.3.2.1 Company Overview
- 13.3.2.2 Product Portfolio
- 13.3.3 Itaconix Corporation
- 13.3.3.1 Company Overview
- 13.3.3.2 Product Portfolio
- 13.3.4 Nippon Shokubai Co., Ltd.
- 13.3.4.1 Company Overview
- 13.3.4.2 Product Portfolio
- 13.3.4.3 Financials
- 13.3.4.4 SWOT Analysis
- 13.3.5 Nuoer Chemical Australia Pty Ltd
- 13.3.5.1 Company Overview
- 13.3.5.2 Product Portfolio
- 13.3.6 SNF Group
- 13.3.6.1 Company Overview
- 13.3.6.2 Product Portfolio
- 13.3.1 BASF SE
Kindly note that this only represents a partial list of companies, and the complete list has been provided in the report.
List of Figures
- Figure 1: Global: Biodegradable Superabsorbent Materials Market: Major Drivers and Challenges
- Figure 2: Global: Biodegradable Superabsorbent Materials Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2018-2023
- Figure 3: Global: Biodegradable Superabsorbent Materials Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2024-2032
- Figure 4: Global: Biodegradable Superabsorbent Materials Market: Breakup by Product (in %), 2023
- Figure 5: Global: Biodegradable Superabsorbent Materials Market: Breakup by Application (in %), 2023
- Figure 6: Global: Biodegradable Superabsorbent Materials Market: Breakup by Region (in %), 2023
- Figure 7: Global: Biodegradable Superabsorbent Materials (Polyvinyl Alcohol) Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2018 & 2023
- Figure 8: Global: Biodegradable Superabsorbent Materials (Polyvinyl Alcohol) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2024-2032
- Figure 9: Global: Biodegradable Superabsorbent Materials (Polyitaconic Acid) Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2018 & 2023
- Figure 10: Global: Biodegradable Superabsorbent Materials (Polyitaconic Acid) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2024-2032
- Figure 11: Global: Biodegradable Superabsorbent Materials (Polyacrylamide) Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2018 & 2023
- Figure 12: Global: Biodegradable Superabsorbent Materials (Polyacrylamide) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2024-2032
- Figure 13: Global: Biodegradable Superabsorbent Materials (Polysaccharides) Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2018 & 2023
- Figure 14: Global: Biodegradable Superabsorbent Materials (Polysaccharides) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2024-2032
- Figure 15: Global: Biodegradable Superabsorbent Materials (Personal Care and Hygiene) Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2018 & 2023
- Figure 16: Global: Biodegradable Superabsorbent Materials (Personal Care and Hygiene) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2024-2032
- Figure 17: Global: Biodegradable Superabsorbent Materials (Agriculture) Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2018 & 2023
- Figure 18: Global: Biodegradable Superabsorbent Materials (Agriculture) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2024-2032
- Figure 19: Global: Biodegradable Superabsorbent Materials (Medical) Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2018 & 2023
- Figure 20: Global: Biodegradable Superabsorbent Materials (Medical) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2024-2032
- Figure 21: Global: Biodegradable Superabsorbent Materials (Other Applications) Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2018 & 2023
- Figure 22: Global: Biodegradable Superabsorbent Materials (Other Applications) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2024-2032
- Figure 23: North America: Biodegradable Superabsorbent Materials Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2018 & 2023
- Figure 24: North America: Biodegradable Superabsorbent Materials Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2024-2032
- Figure 25: United States: Biodegradable Superabsorbent Materials Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2018 & 2023
- Figure 26: United States: Biodegradable Superabsorbent Materials Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2024-2032
- Figure 27: Canada: Biodegradable Superabsorbent Materials Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2018 & 2023
- Figure 28: Canada: Biodegradable Superabsorbent Materials Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2024-2032
- Figure 29: Asia-Pacific: Biodegradable Superabsorbent Materials Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2018 & 2023
- Figure 30: Asia-Pacific: Biodegradable Superabsorbent Materials Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2024-2032
- Figure 31: China: Biodegradable Superabsorbent Materials Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2018 & 2023
- Figure 32: China: Biodegradable Superabsorbent Materials Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2024-2032
- Figure 33: Japan: Biodegradable Superabsorbent Materials Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2018 & 2023
- Figure 34: Japan: Biodegradable Superabsorbent Materials Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2024-2032
- Figure 35: India: Biodegradable Superabsorbent Materials Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2018 & 2023
- Figure 36: India: Biodegradable Superabsorbent Materials Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2024-2032
- Figure 37: South Korea: Biodegradable Superabsorbent Materials Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2018 & 2023
- Figure 38: South Korea: Biodegradable Superabsorbent Materials Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2024-2032
- Figure 39: Australia: Biodegradable Superabsorbent Materials Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2018 & 2023
- Figure 40: Australia: Biodegradable Superabsorbent Materials Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2024-2032
- Figure 41: Indonesia: Biodegradable Superabsorbent Materials Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2018 & 2023
- Figure 42: Indonesia: Biodegradable Superabsorbent Materials Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2024-2032
- Figure 43: Others: Biodegradable Superabsorbent Materials Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2018 & 2023
- Figure 44: Others: Biodegradable Superabsorbent Materials Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2024-2032
- Figure 45: Europe: Biodegradable Superabsorbent Materials Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2018 & 2023
- Figure 46: Europe: Biodegradable Superabsorbent Materials Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2024-2032
- Figure 47: Germany: Biodegradable Superabsorbent Materials Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2018 & 2023
- Figure 48: Germany: Biodegradable Superabsorbent Materials Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2024-2032
- Figure 49: France: Biodegradable Superabsorbent Materials Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2018 & 2023
- Figure 50: France: Biodegradable Superabsorbent Materials Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2024-2032
- Figure 51: United Kingdom: Biodegradable Superabsorbent Materials Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2018 & 2023
- Figure 52: United Kingdom: Biodegradable Superabsorbent Materials Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2024-2032
- Figure 53: Italy: Biodegradable Superabsorbent Materials Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2018 & 2023
- Figure 54: Italy: Biodegradable Superabsorbent Materials Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2024-2032
- Figure 55: Spain: Biodegradable Superabsorbent Materials Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2018 & 2023
- Figure 56: Spain: Biodegradable Superabsorbent Materials Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2024-2032
- Figure 57: Russia: Biodegradable Superabsorbent Materials Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2018 & 2023
- Figure 58: Russia: Biodegradable Superabsorbent Materials Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2024-2032
- Figure 59: Others: Biodegradable Superabsorbent Materials Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2018 & 2023
- Figure 60: Others: Biodegradable Superabsorbent Materials Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2024-2032
- Figure 61: Latin America: Biodegradable Superabsorbent Materials Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2018 & 2023
- Figure 62: Latin America: Biodegradable Superabsorbent Materials Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2024-2032
- Figure 63: Brazil: Biodegradable Superabsorbent Materials Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2018 & 2023
- Figure 64: Brazil: Biodegradable Superabsorbent Materials Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2024-2032
- Figure 65: Mexico: Biodegradable Superabsorbent Materials Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2018 & 2023
- Figure 66: Mexico: Biodegradable Superabsorbent Materials Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2024-2032
- Figure 67: Others: Biodegradable Superabsorbent Materials Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2018 & 2023
- Figure 68: Others: Biodegradable Superabsorbent Materials Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2024-2032
- Figure 69: Middle East and Africa: Biodegradable Superabsorbent Materials Market: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2018 & 2023
- Figure 70: Middle East and Africa: Biodegradable Superabsorbent Materials Market: Breakup by Country (in %), 2023
- Figure 71: Middle East and Africa: Biodegradable Superabsorbent Materials Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million US$), 2024-2032
- Figure 72: Global: Biodegradable Superabsorbent Materials Industry: Drivers, Restraints, and Opportunities
- Figure 73: Global: Biodegradable Superabsorbent Materials Industry: Value Chain Analysis
- Figure 74: Global: Biodegradable Superabsorbent Materials Industry: Porter's Five Forces Analysis
List of Tables
- Table 1: Global: Biodegradable Superabsorbent Materials Market: Key Industry Highlights, 2023 & 2032
- Table 2: Global: Biodegradable Superabsorbent Materials Market Forecast: Breakup by Product (in Million US$), 2024-2032
- Table 3: Global: Biodegradable Superabsorbent Materials Market Forecast: Breakup by Application (in Million US$), 2024-2032
- Table 4: Global: Biodegradable Superabsorbent Materials Market Forecast: Breakup by Region (in Million US$), 2024-2032
- Table 5: Global: Biodegradable Superabsorbent Materials Market: Competitive Structure
- Table 6: Global: Biodegradable Superabsorbent Materials Market: Key Players
