Market overview
The global acrylic acid market is worth USD 13.0 bn in 2026 and is forecast to reach USD 20.2 bn by 2036, growing at a 4.5% CAGR. China is the largest country market and Glacial acrylic acid is the largest by grade segment.
| Scope | Acrylic acid, crude and glacial grades, sold for superabsorbent polymers, acrylate esters, coatings, adhesives and detergents. |
|---|---|
| Industry | Chemicals and Materials |
| Value 2025 | USD 12.5 bn |
| Value 2026 | USD 13.0 bn |
| Value 2036 | USD 20.2 bn |
| CAGR 2026-2036 | 4.5% |
| Volume 2026 | 7,825,743 tonnes |
| Volume 2036 | 11,002,078 tonnes |
| Average price 2026 | USD 1,661 per tonne |
| Report price | Starts from USD 1,999 |
| Published | November 2026 |
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Acrylic Acid market size and forecast, 2026-2036
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| Year | Market value |
|---|---|
| 2026 | USD 13.0 bn |
| 2027 | USD 13.6 bn |
| 2028 | USD 14.2 bn |
| 2029 | USD 14.8 bn |
| 2030 | USD 15.5 bn |
| 2031 | USD 16.2 bn |
| 2032 | USD 16.9 bn |
| 2033 | USD 17.7 bn |
| 2034 | USD 18.5 bn |
| 2035 | USD 19.3 bn |
| 2036 | USD 20.2 bn |
Acrylic Acid market segmentation
By grade
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| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glacial acrylic acid | 58.0% | 58.8% | USD 7.5 bn | 4.7% |
| Crude acrylic acid, ester grade | 30.0% | 29.0% | USD 3.9 bn | 4.2% |
| Crude acrylic acid, polymer grade | 12.0% | 12.2% | USD 1.6 bn | 4.7% |
By application
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| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Acrylate esters | 52.0% | 50.5% | USD 6.8 bn | 4.2% |
| Superabsorbent polymers | 30.0% | 31.5% | USD 3.9 bn | 5.0% |
| Water treatment and detergents | 8.0% | 7.8% | USD 1.0 bn | 4.2% |
| Other | 10.0% | 10.2% | USD 1.3 bn | 4.7% |
By feedstock
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fossil propylene | 93.0% | 85.0% | USD 12.1 bn | 3.6% |
| Bio-based propylene and glycerol | 3.0% | 9.0% | USD 390 mn | 16.6% |
| Propane-based | 4.0% | 6.0% | USD 520 mn | 8.8% |
By supply mode
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Captive integrated use | 58.0% | 55.0% | USD 7.5 bn | 4.0% |
| Merchant contract sales | 30.0% | 32.0% | USD 3.9 bn | 5.2% |
| Spot and distributor | 12.0% | 13.0% | USD 1.6 bn | 5.3% |
By transport mode
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pipeline and on-site | 38.0% | 36.0% | USD 4.9 bn | 3.9% |
| Rail tank car | 30.0% | 28.0% | USD 3.9 bn | 3.8% |
| Road and ISO tank | 32.0% | 36.0% | USD 4.2 bn | 5.7% |
Top 25 countries for acrylic acid by revenue
Countries are ranked by revenue earned from sales in the country, not by where the product is made. The ten largest hold 84.0% of 2026 revenue and the 25 countries below together hold 95.9%.
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| # | Country | Value 2026 | Share 2026 | Value 2036 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | China | USD 4.9 bn | 38.0% | USD 8.0 bn | 4.9% |
| 2 | United States | USD 1.8 bn | 14.0% | USD 2.7 bn | 3.9% |
| 3 | Germany | USD 910 mn | 7.0% | USD 1.3 bn | 3.4% |
| 4 | South Korea | USD 650 mn | 5.0% | USD 949 mn | 3.9% |
| 5 | Japan | USD 650 mn | 5.0% | USD 868 mn | 2.9% |
| 6 | India | USD 520 mn | 4.0% | USD 1.1 bn | 7.5% |
| 7 | Belgium | USD 390 mn | 3.0% | USD 545 mn | 3.4% |
| 8 | Taiwan | USD 390 mn | 3.0% | USD 545 mn | 3.4% |
| 9 | Brazil | USD 325 mn | 2.5% | USD 525 mn | 4.9% |
| 10 | France | USD 325 mn | 2.5% | USD 444 mn | 3.2% |
| 11 | Thailand | USD 217 mn | 1.7% | USD 402 mn | 6.3% |
| 12 | Malaysia | USD 191 mn | 1.5% | USD 353 mn | 6.3% |
| 13 | Saudi Arabia | USD 168 mn | 1.3% | USD 311 mn | 6.4% |
| 14 | Mexico | USD 148 mn | 1.1% | USD 273 mn | 6.3% |
| 15 | Netherlands | USD 130 mn | 1.0% | USD 186 mn | 3.6% |
| 16 | Spain | USD 114 mn | 0.9% | USD 164 mn | 3.6% |
| 17 | Poland | USD 100 mn | 0.8% | USD 143 mn | 3.7% |
| 18 | Russia | USD 88 mn | 0.7% | USD 101 mn | 1.3% |
| 19 | Indonesia | USD 78 mn | 0.6% | USD 143 mn | 6.3% |
| 20 | Turkey | USD 69 mn | 0.5% | USD 127 mn | 6.3% |
| 21 | Canada | USD 60 mn | 0.5% | USD 87 mn | 3.8% |
| 22 | Singapore | USD 53 mn | 0.4% | USD 75 mn | 3.4% |
| 23 | Argentina | USD 47 mn | 0.4% | USD 67 mn | 3.6% |
| 24 | Vietnam | USD 42 mn | 0.3% | USD 77 mn | 6.3% |
| 25 | Italy | USD 36 mn | 0.3% | USD 40 mn | 1.0% |
| Rest of world | USD 538 mn | 4.1% | USD 804 mn | 4.1% |
Source: Compare Market Research analysis.
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Competitive landscape
Group 1: Global leaders
- BASF
- Dow
- Arkema
- LG Chem
Group 2: Regional and specialist players
- Nippon Shokubai
- Mitsubishi Chemical Group
- Sasol
- Formosa Plastics
- Shanghai Huayi
- Sinopec
- Sibur
Group 3: Emerging and niche players
- Wanhua Chemical
- Satellite Chemical
Research methodology
Every figure on this page comes from the research framework that we apply to all of the markets we cover. The 2025 base for the acrylic acid market is built from the volume sold and the price that buyers pay, and is cross-checked against the size of the wider industry the market belongs to. Where a market can be sized in more than one way, the routes are compared before a figure is set.
The forecast runs year by year from the 2025 base to 2036. Growth in each year reflects demand from the industries that buy the product, adoption of new technology, pricing, regulation and replacement cycles. Volume and price are modelled together, so revenue in each year equals volume multiplied by average price. The 2026 to 2036 compound annual growth rate of 4.5% is calculated from the resulting values.
The market is divided by grade, by application, by feedstock, by supply mode, by transport mode. The 25 largest countries are ranked by revenue earned from sales to buyers in each country, not by where the product is made. Segment values and country values add up to the market total in every year, and every report is checked for consistency before it is published.
Companies are placed in three groups: global leaders, regional and specialist players, and emerging and niche players. The groups describe how companies compete in the market. They are not a ranking and they are not market shares.
Our analysts also carry out primary research. Customized reports add interviews with key opinion leaders, such as senior executives, technical specialists and buyers, to test the assumptions behind the numbers for the question being asked.
Frequently asked questions
How big is the acrylic acid market?
The global acrylic acid market is estimated at USD 12.5 bn in 2025 and USD 13.0 bn in 2026.
How fast will the acrylic acid market grow?
It is forecast to reach USD 20.2 bn by 2036, a compound annual growth rate of 4.5% from 2026, an increase of USD 7.2 bn.
Which country is the largest market for acrylic acid?
China is the largest market by revenue at USD 4.9 bn in 2026, 38.0% of the global total. The three largest countries together hold 59.0%.
Which country is growing fastest?
Among the ten largest markets, India is growing fastest at 7.5% a year from 2026 to 2036.
Which acrylic acid segment is largest?
In the by grade split, Glacial acrylic acid is the largest segment with 58.0% of 2026 revenue.
Who are the leading acrylic acid companies?
Global leaders include BASF, Dow, Arkema, LG Chem.
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