The Global Polyacrylamide Market size is expected to reach $8.8 billion by 2030, rising at a market growth of 6.6% CAGR during the forecast period. In the year 2022, the market attained a volume of 2,999.4 Kilo Tonnes, experiencing a growth of 5.6% (2019-2022).
The United States, in particular, has experienced a boom in shale gas exploration and hydraulic fracturing (fracking) activities. Polyacrylamide is used in hydraulic fracturing fluids to improve water viscosity and enhance the recovery of natural gas and oil from shale formations. The shale gas industry’s growth has boosted the demand for polyacrylamide-based products. Hence, the North America region would acquire 1/4th share of the market by 2030. Some of the factors impacting the market are efficient coagulation and flocculation properties of polyacrylamide, rapid urbanization and infrastructure development, and environmental concerns related to mismanagement and poor disposal.
Polyacrylamide improves water quality by removing organic matter, color, and pollutants from water sources. This is particularly important in treating surface water, groundwater, and industrial effluents. Polyacrylamide in processes like sludge dewatering and belt press operations reduces water content in sludge, minimizing water loss and improving the overall efficiency of wastewater treatment plants. Polyacrylamide-based solutions are pivotal in sustainable water management in regions facing water scarcity. They help optimize water usage by ensuring that a larger volume of water is treated and made available for reuse or safe discharge. These factors will likely propel the future demands in the market. Additionally, Construction activities often disturb the natural landscape, leaving exposed soil vulnerable to erosion by wind and water. Polyacrylamide-based erosion control products, such as erosion control blankets and hydroseeding solutions, help stabilize the soil by binding soil particles together and preventing them from being washed away. These products are particularly useful on construction sites with slopes and areas prone to runoff. In arid and semi-arid regions, construction activities can generate significant dust pollution. Polyacrylamide is used as a dust suppressant to control airborne dust particles. It binds fine soil particles, reducing dust emissions and improving air quality on construction sites. Polyacrylamide-based solutions stabilize slopes by reinforcing the soil, reducing the risk of soil movement, and ensuring the safety of infrastructure and nearby communities. These factors will propel the demand for polyacrylamides in the upcoming years.
However, the environmental impact of polyacrylamides (PAMs), mainly when not managed or disposed of properly, is a significant concern. Polyacrylamides are synthetic polymers typically non-biodegradable, meaning they do not break down naturally in the environment over short periods. This characteristic can lead to long-lasting pollution if not managed properly. Although PAMs are generally considered non-toxic, their breakdown products or contaminants present in PAM formulations can pose risks to aquatic life and ecosystems. This can include issues related to oxygen depletion, altered water chemistry, and potential harm to aquatic organisms. Therefore, these factors can negatively impact the market in the future.
Product Outlook
Based on product, the market is segmented into anionic, cationic, and non-ionic. In 2022, the cationic segment garnered a significant revenue share in the market. Cationic polyacrylamides are extensively used in water and wastewater treatment processes. Their positively charged nature allows them to effectively bind with negatively charged particles and contaminants in water, such as suspended solids, organic matter, and pollutants. As ecological regulations become more stringent globally, the demand for efficient water treatment solutions has risen, and cationic polyacrylamides have proven effective in improving the quality of treated water. Owing to these factors, the cationic segment will proliferate in the upcoming years.
Application Outlook
On the basis of application, the market is divided into water treatment, oil & gas, paper making, and others. The water treatment segment recorded the maximum revenue share in the market in 2022. Governments and environmental agencies worldwide have implemented stringent regulations on water quality and wastewater discharge. This has prompted industries and municipalities to invest in advanced water treatment processes, where polyacrylamides are crucial in removing impurities and contaminants. As a result, the demand in the segment is expected to increase in the future.
Regional Outlook
By region, the market is segmented into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and LAMEA. In 2022, the Asia Pacific segment acquired a considerable revenue share in the market. The demand for polyacrylamides in water and wastewater treatment will remain strong in APAC. As population growth, urbanization, and industrialization continue, the need for adequate water purification and treatment solutions increases. Polyacrylamides are essential in flocculation and sedimentation processes for water clarification. As a result, there will be an increased demand in this regional market.
The market research report covers the analysis of key stake holders of the market. Key companies profiled in the report include Anhui Jucheng Fine Chemicals Co., LTD, Ashland, Inc., BASF SE, Kemira Oyj, SNF Group, Black Rose Industries Ltd., Shandong Baomo Biochemical Co., Ltd., Xitao Polymer Co., Ltd., The Dow Chemical Company (Dow Corning Ltd.), and Solvay SA.
Scope of the Study
Market Segments covered in the Report:
By Product (Volume, Kilo Tonnes, USD Million, 2019-2030)

  • Anionic
  • Cationic
  • Non-ionic


By Application (Volume, Kilo Tonnes, USD Million, 2019-2030)

  • Water Treatment
  • Oil & Gas
  • Paper Making
  • Others


By Geography (Volume, Kilo Tonnes, USD Million, 2019-2030)

  • North America


o US
o Canada
o Mexico
o Rest of North America

  • Europe


o Germany
o UK
o France
o Russia
o Spain
o Italy
o Rest of Europe

  • Asia Pacific


o China
o Japan
o India
o South Korea
o Australia
o Malaysia
o Rest of Asia Pacific

  • LAMEA


o Brazil
o Argentina
o UAE
o Saudi Arabia
o South Africa
o Nigeria
o Rest of LAMEA
Companies Profiled

  • Anhui Jucheng Fine Chemicals Co., LTD
  • Ashland, Inc.
  • BASF SE
  • Kemira Oyj
  • SNF Group
  • Black Rose Industries Ltd.
  • Shandong Baomo Biochemical Co., Ltd.
  • Xitao Polymer Co., Ltd.
  • The Dow Chemical Company (Dow Corning Ltd.)
  • Solvay SA


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