SAUDI ARABIA SUPERABSORBENT POLYMERS MARKET

Saudi Arabia superabsorbent polymers market is forecast to grow at a steady CAGR of 4.5% fostered by the increasing demand from the personal hygiene and agriculture industries.

Major Market Drivers and Emerging Trends

The market growth is largely attributed to the growing attention to personal hygiene particularly due to the significant baby and elderly demographic in the country. The adherence to conventional family values in Saudi Arabia where many families prefer having more children is boosting the need for personal care items like disposable diapers. The ongoing industrialization has also led to a surge in job opportunities which results in an increased expatriate population in the country. The growing expatriate families in Saudi Arabia is contributing to a larger infant population thereby boosting the need for disposable diapers and drive market growth.

Superabsorbent polymers changed the diaper industry with manufacturers optimizing diaper designs to fully utilize the polymer’s superior liquid absorption capabilities. These polymers have the ability to absorb and hold around thirty times their own weight in liquid even when subjected to light mechanical pressure. The swollen gel traps the liquid in a solid form which prevents leakage. These abilities thereby support Saudi Arabia super absorbent polymer market.

The trend towards a higher life expectancy is also leading to a growing elderly demographic. The forecast that one in four people will be sixty or older in 2050 is estimated to significantly boost the need for adult incontinence products. Adult diapers tend to weigh three times more than those for babies and need around 20% more superabsorbent polymers per unit. The design innovations in incontinence products follow similar trends to those for babies which aim for lighter weight and better comfort.

The other factor supporting Saudi Arabia super absorbent polymer market size growth is the growing agriculture sector in the country. The agricultural progress in the country in the past thirty years has been extraordinary since it transforms expansive desert lands into thriving agricultural fields. The private sector has been instrumental in its agricultural growth largely owing to government programs offering technical support and incentives like free seeds along with exemption from duties on machinery or raw materials imports. Superabsorbent polymer is also important in this sector because it enhances soil health by improving water retention and making more water available to plants. These non toxic materials basically possess exceptional water absorption and retention capabilities in the soil.

Based on type Sodium Polyacrylate holds the leading position in the market. It demonstrates exceptional water absorption capabilities which enables it to hold large liquid volumes. It is important in manufacturing sanitary napkins or diapers because its capacity to absorb and hold liquids significantly boosts these hygiene products functionality.

Based on application the unique properties make them suitable for various uses with the most common utilization being in personal hygiene products. SAPs are primarily used in consumer products like disposable baby diapers or feminine sanitary pads. The agriculture segment also utilizes SAPs to a significant extent.

Top Market Players

Several key companies in the market are Evonik, SAPCO, BASF SE among others. Companies invest significantly in research and development with strategic collaborations involving partnerships with key stakeholders are important strategies.

Segments covered in the Report:

The Saudi Arabia Superabsorbent Polymers Market has been segmented on the basis of Type Outlook and Application. Based on Type Outlook, the market is segmented into Sodium Polyacrylate, Polyacrylate/Polyacrylamide, and Others. Based on Application, the market is segmented into Personal Hygiene, Agriculture, Medical, Industrial, and Others. The Personal Hygiene segment is further segmented into Adult Incontinence Products, Female Hygiene Items, and Baby Diapers.

Market Segmentation

Saudi Arabia Superabsorbent Polymers Market by Type Outlook

• • Sodium Polyacrylate
  • Polyacrylate/Polyacrylamide
  • Others

Saudi Arabia Superabsorbent Polymers Market by Application

• • Personal hygiene
    • Adult Incontinence Products
    • Female Hygiene Items
    • Baby Diapers
  • Agriculture
  • Medical
  • Industrial
  • Others

Saudi Arabia Superabsorbent Polymers Market Leading players 

• • Evonik
  • SAPCO
  • BASF SE