PUBLISHER: MarketsandMarkets | PRODUCT CODE: 2107274
PUBLISHER: MarketsandMarkets | PRODUCT CODE: 2107274
The acrylic emulsion market is expected to reach USD 20.52 billion by 2031 from USD 15.54 billion in 2026, at a CAGR of 7.2% during the forecast period.
| Scope of the Report | |
|---|---|
| Years Considered for the Study | 2025-2031 |
| Base Year | 2025 |
| Forecast Period | 2026-2031 |
| Units Considered | Value (USD Million/Billion) Volume (Kiloton) |
| Segments | Type and Application |
| Regions covered | North America, Asia Pacific, Europe, Middle East & Africa, and South America |
The global market for acrylic emulsions is rapidly growing due to the increase in demand for high-quality, durable, and green products across regions, supported by the rapid expansion of the construction, infrastructure, automotive, textile, industrial coating, and packaging industries. These industries are using water-borne paints for coatings and adhesives, driving demand for acrylic emulsions.

"Polymer & copolymer acrylic emulsion is projected to be the leading segment in the acrylic emulsion market during the forecast period."
Polymer & copolymer acrylic emulsions have excellent adhesiveness, long life, resistance to weather, chemical stability, and versatility across paint & coating, adhesive, construction, packaging, textile, and industrial uses. Segmental growth is led by demand for water-based, low-VOC, and eco-friendly coating solutions, along with innovations in polymer technologies across various downstream sectors.
"Paints & coatings are projected to be the largest application segment in the acrylic emulsion market during the forecast period."
During the forecast period, paints & coatings are expected to dominate the application segment of acrylic emulsion because of the rising demand for tough, weatherproof, and eco-friendly coating solutions. Acrylic emulsions provide good adherence, retain color well, are resistant to chemicals, and have low VOC properties. They are appropriate for use in architectural, industrial, and protective coatings. The expanding construction activities, infrastructure development, and increased use of water-based coatings are also creating more opportunities for acrylic emulsions in paints & coatings applications.
"North America is projected to be a leading acrylic emulsion market during the forecast period."
The acrylic emulsion market in North America is expected to experience a considerable rise in revenue by 2031. This is largely due to an increasing demand for more sustainable waterborne coating solutions. The focus of the market on low-VOC materials, environmental regulations, growth of infrastructure, and the progress made in polymer technology are expected to be the main factors driving the utilization of acrylic emulsions. The US and Canada have advanced manufacturing capabilities and conduct research activities, and investments in environment-friendly materials will help support market growth across various end-use industries.
By Company Type: Tier 1: 40%, Tier 2: 30%, and Tier 3: 30%
By Designation: Directors: 30%, Managers: 20%, and Others: 50%
By Region: North America: 20%, Europe: 10%, Asia Pacific: 40%, South America: 10%, and Middle East & Africa 20%
Notes: Others include sales, marketing, and product managers.
Tier 1: >USD 1 Billion; Tier 2: USD 500 million-1 Billion; and Tier 3: <USD 500 million
Companies Covered: BASF (Germany), Dow (US), Arkema (France), Covestro AG (Germany), Celanese Corporation (US), DIC Corporation (Japan), Synthomer plc (UK), Trinseo (US), Lubrizol (US), Allnex (Germany), Elan Technology (US), and OC Oerlikon Management AG (Switzerland) are covered in the report.
The study includes an in-depth competitive analysis of these key players in the acrylic emulsion market, with their company profiles, recent developments, and key market strategies.
Research Coverage
This research report categorizes the acrylic emulsion market by type (pure acrylic emulsion, polymer & copolymer acrylic emulsion) and application (paints & coatings, adhesives & sealants, construction additives, paper coatings, and other applications). The report's scope covers detailed information regarding drivers, restraints, challenges, and opportunities influencing the growth of the acrylic emulsion market. A detailed analysis of the key industry players has been done to provide insights into their business overview, products offered, and key strategies, such as mergers, acquisitions, product launches, and expansions, associated with the acrylic emulsion market. This report covers a competitive analysis of upcoming startups in the acrylic emulsion market ecosystem.
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The report will offer the market leaders/new entrants with information on the closest approximations of the revenue numbers for the overall acrylic emulsion market and the subsegments. This report will help stakeholders understand the competitive landscape, gain more insights into positioning their businesses better, and plan suitable go-to-market strategies. The report will help stakeholders understand the pulse of the market and provide them with information on key market drivers, restraints, challenges, and opportunities.