Market Insights
The polymer emulsion market was estimated at USD 28.15 billion in 2021 and is likely to grow at a CAGR of 7.23% during 2022-2028 to reach USD 49.67 billion in 2028.

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Market Dynamics
Introduction
Polymer emulsion is a stable dispersion of polymer particles in water, where the polymer is typically in a liquid state. This colloidal system consists of small droplets of polymer dispersed uniformly in water, stabilized by emulsifying agents. The emulsion can be either anionic, cationic, or nonionic, depending on the charge of the polymer particles and the emulsifying agent used. Polymer emulsions find extensive use in various industries, including adhesives, coatings, paints, and textiles.
Market Drivers
The polymer emulsion offers advantages such as ease of application, improved stability, and reduced environmental impact compared to solvent-based alternatives. The emulsion can be further modified for specific applications, providing a versatile and environmentally friendly solution for many coating and adhesive formulations.
The major factors driving the growth of the polymer emulsion market are:
- The increasing construction activities.
- Growth in the automotive & transportation sector.
- Industrial development.
- The stringent regulations regarding Volatile Organic Compound (VOC) control, including initiatives, such as REACH Europe and Clean Air Act, respectively.

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Key Players
The market is highly populated with the presence of several local, regional, and global players. Most of the major players compete in some of the governing factors including price, product offerings, regional presence, etc.
The following are the key players in the polymer emulsion market (arranged alphabetically).
- Arkema S.A
- BASF SE
- Celanese Corporation
- DIC Corporation
- Dow Chemical Company
- OMNOVA Solutions Inc.
- Synthomer Plc
- The Lubrizol Corporation
- Trinseo S.A
- Wacker Chemie AG.
Note: The above list does not necessarily include all the top players in the market.
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Segments Analysis
Segmentations
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List of Sub-Segments
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Dominant and Fastest-Growing Segments
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Polymer Type
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Acrylics, Vinyl Acetate Polymers, Styrene-Butadiene (SB) Latex, and Others
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The acrylic segment dominates the market during the forecast period.
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Application Type
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Paints & Coatings, Adhesives & Sealants, Paper & Paperboard, and Others
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The paint & coatings segment dominates the market during the forecast period.
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Regional Analysis
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North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and the Rest of the World
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Asia-Pacific is estimated to be the largest as well as the fastest-growing market for polymer emulsions during the forecast period.
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By Polymer Type
“The acrylic segment dominates the market during the forecast period.”
The polymer emulsion market is segmented into acrylics, vinyl acetate polymer, SB Latex, and others. The acrylic segment holds the largest share of the market and is expected to witness the highest growth during the forecast period. The extensive use of acrylics is owing to the absence of VOC content along with their long-lasting nature, which is driving the growth of the segment.
By Application Type
“The paint & coatings segment dominates the market during the forecast period.”
The market is segmented into paints & coatings, adhesives & sealants, paper & paperboard, and others. The paints & coatings segment dominates the market and is also expected to lead the market during the forecast period. Paints & coating applications use polymer emulsions due to their various advantages, such as low VOC content, inflammable nature, lower energy consumption in the manufacturing process of polymer emulsion paints & coatings, and low handling cost.
Regional Insights
“Asia-Pacific is estimated to be the largest as well as the fastest-growing market for polymer emulsions during the forecast period.”
The growth of the market is driven by the growing economies in the Asia-Pacific region, the development of infrastructure, and growth in the automotive and industrial sectors. North America and Europe are also expected to offer substantial growth opportunities during the forecast period.

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Research Methodology
This strategic assessment report, from Stratview Research, provides a comprehensive analysis that reflects today’s polymer emulsion market realities and future market possibilities for the forecast period of 2022 to 2028. After a continuous interest in our polymer emulsion market report from the industry stakeholders, we have tried to further accentuate our research scope to the polymer emulsion market to provide the most crystal-clear picture of the market. The report segments and analyses the market in the most detailed manner to provide a panoramic view of the market. The vital data/information provided in the report can play a crucial role for the market participants as well as investors in the identification of the low-hanging fruits available in the market as well as to formulate the growth strategies to expedite their growth process.
This report offers high-quality insights and is the outcome of a detailed research methodology comprising extensive secondary research, rigorous primary interviews with industry stakeholders, and validation and triangulation with Stratview Research’s internal database and statistical tools. More than 1000 authenticated secondary sources, such as company annual reports, fact books, press releases, journals, investor presentations, white papers, patents, and articles, have been leveraged to gather the data. We conducted more than 15 detailed primary interviews with the market players across the value chain in all four regions and industry experts to obtain both qualitative and quantitative insights.
Report Features
This report provides market intelligence in the most comprehensive way. The report structure has been kept such that it offers maximum business value. It provides critical insights into market dynamics and will enable strategic decision-making for existing market players as well as those willing to enter the market. The following are the key features of the report:
- Market structure: Overview, industry life cycle analysis, supply chain analysis.
- Market environment analysis: Growth drivers and constraints, Porter’s five forces analysis, SWOT analysis.
- Market trend and forecast analysis.
- Market segment trend and forecast.
- Competitive landscape and dynamics: Market share, Service portfolio, New Product Launches, etc.
- COVID-19 impact and its recovery curve
- Attractive market segments and associated growth opportunities.
- Emerging trends.
- Strategic growth opportunities for the existing and new players.
- Key success factors.
Market Segmentation
This report studies the market, covering a period of 12 years of trend and forecast. The report provides detailed insights into the market dynamics to enable informed business decision-making and growth strategy formulation based on the opportunities present in the market.
The polymer emulsion market is segmented into the following categories:
By Polymer Type
- Acrylics
- Vinyl Acetate Polymers
- Styrene-Butadiene (SB) Latex
- Others
By Application Type
- Paints & Coatings
- Adhesives & Sealants
- Paper & Paperboard
- Others
By Region
- North America (Country Analysis: the USA, Canada, and Mexico)
- Europe (Country Analysis: Germany, France, the UK, Russia, Spain, and Rest of Europe)
- Asia-Pacific (Country Analysis: China, Japan, India, South Korea, and Rest of Asia-Pacific)
- Rest of the World (Sub-Region Analysis: Latin America, the Middle East, and Others)

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- Benchmarking of key players on the following parameters: Product portfolio, geographical reach, regional presence, and strategic alliances.
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