PUBLISHER: QYResearch | PRODUCT CODE: 1866630
PUBLISHER: QYResearch | PRODUCT CODE: 1866630
The global market for 2-Ethylhexyl Methacrylate (2-EHMA) was estimated to be worth US$ 82.92 million in 2024 and is forecast to a readjusted size of US$ 99 million by 2031 with a CAGR of 2.5% during the forecast period 2025-2031.
This report provides a comprehensive assessment of recent tariff adjustments and international strategic countermeasures on 2-Ethylhexyl Methacrylate (2-EHMA) cross-border industrial footprints, capital allocation patterns, regional economic interdependencies, and supply chain reconfigurations.
2-Ethylhexyl methacrylate (2-EHMA), is a main methacrylic ester and polymerizable monomer. 2-EHMA is produced for the use as a building block to make a wide range of polymer based products that we see and use every day from paints and coatings, toners and inks, oil additives to dental and medical products to name but a few. 2-EHMA is of low concern to human health and the environment. It is classified as hazardous (skin irritant and sensitizing) but has been handled safely by industry and professionals for over 60 years. In 2024, global 2-Ethylhexyl Methacrylate (2-EHMA) production reached approximately 21968 MT, with an average global market price of around US$ 3774 per MT.
The 2-Ethylhexyl Methacrylate (2-EHMA) market occupies an important role within the specialty acrylates segment, primarily used as a key monomer in the production of adhesives, coatings, sealants, and plastics. Its long, flexible side chain imparts softness, weather resistance, and excellent adhesion properties to polymers, making it especially valuable in applications requiring durability and flexibility, such as pressure-sensitive adhesives, automotive coatings, and architectural finishes. Demand is closely tied to downstream industries like construction, automotive, and packaging, which rely on advanced acrylic-based formulations to meet performance and regulatory standards. Environmental and performance advantages, such as low volatility and resistance to UV degradation, further support its adoption in high-performance coatings and sealants.
On the supply side, production of 2-EHMA is concentrated among a limited number of global chemical manufacturers with strong integration into methacrylate value chains. Asia-Pacific is the largest consuming region due to rapid industrialization, growing construction activity, and the expansion of automotive and electronics manufacturing, while North America and Europe maintain steady demand with a focus on specialty coatings and sustainable adhesives. Market growth is influenced by regulatory trends emphasizing low-VOC and environmentally friendly materials, driving innovation in waterborne and UV-curable formulations. Looking ahead, steady expansion is expected as demand for high-performance adhesives, coatings, and polymer modifiers rises, particularly in emerging markets and advanced material applications.
This report aims to provide a comprehensive presentation of the global market for 2-Ethylhexyl Methacrylate (2-EHMA), focusing on the total sales volume, sales revenue, price, key companies market share and ranking, together with an analysis of 2-Ethylhexyl Methacrylate (2-EHMA) by region & country, by Type, and by Application.
The 2-Ethylhexyl Methacrylate (2-EHMA) market size, estimations, and forecasts are provided in terms of sales volume (K MT) and sales revenue ($ millions), considering 2024 as the base year, with history and forecast data for the period from 2020 to 2031. With both quantitative and qualitative analysis, to help readers develop business/growth strategies, assess the market competitive situation, analyze their position in the current marketplace, and make informed business decisions regarding 2-Ethylhexyl Methacrylate (2-EHMA).
Market Segmentation
By Company
Segment by Type
Segment by Application
By Region
Chapter Outline
Chapter 1: Introduces the report scope of the report, global total market size (value, volume and price). This chapter also provides the market dynamics, latest developments of the market, the driving factors and restrictive factors of the market, the challenges and risks faced by manufacturers in the industry, and the analysis of relevant policies in the industry.
Chapter 2: Detailed analysis of 2-Ethylhexyl Methacrylate (2-EHMA) manufacturers competitive landscape, price, sales and revenue market share, latest development plan, merger, and acquisition information, etc.
Chapter 3: Provides the analysis of various market segments by Type, covering the market size and development potential of each market segment, to help readers find the blue ocean market in different market segments.
Chapter 4: Provides the analysis of various market segments by Application, covering the market size and development potential of each market segment, to help readers find the blue ocean market in different downstream markets.
Chapter 5: Sales, revenue of 2-Ethylhexyl Methacrylate (2-EHMA) in regional level. It provides a quantitative analysis of the market size and development potential of each region and introduces the market development, future development prospects, market space, and market size of each country in the world.
Chapter 6: Sales, revenue of 2-Ethylhexyl Methacrylate (2-EHMA) in country level. It provides sigmate data by Type, and by Application for each country/region.
Chapter 7: Provides profiles of key players, introducing the basic situation of the main companies in the market in detail, including product sales, revenue, price, gross margin, product introduction, recent development, etc.
Chapter 8: Analysis of industrial chain, including the upstream and downstream of the industry.
Chapter 9: Conclusion.