The global market for Cationic Polyacrylamide was valued at US$ 2193 million in the year 2024 and is projected to reach a revised size of US$ 3368 million by 2031, growing at a CAGR of 6.0% during the forecast period.
Polyacrylamide (PAM) is a water-soluble polymer formed from acrylamide subunits. It is known for its ability to enhance the viscosity of water, facilitate flocculation, and modify fluid flow characteristics. The polymer exists in various forms, including anionic, cationic, non-ionic, and amphoteric polyacrylamide, each designed for specific applications.
Cationic Polyacrylamide (CPAM): This type is widely utilized in sludge dewatering, municipal wastewater treatment, and in the paper and textile industries. CPAM works effectively in acidic conditions and aids in the reduction of sludge volume.
PAM is synthesized through free radical polymerization of acrylamide monomers, often with additional functional groups incorporated to tailor its properties. The polymer's primary applications leverage its water absorption, thickening, and coagulating properties, making it indispensable across various industries.
The Cationic Polyacrylamide market is expected to continue growing, driven by increasing demand in water treatment, energy, and industrial sectors. Manufacturers are focusing on sustainable formulations, reducing environmental impact, and improving product efficiency. Research into biodegradable and non-toxic alternatives to traditional polyacrylamide is ongoing, which may lead to new product developments in the coming years.
With growing awareness of environmental pollution, governments worldwide have introduced stringent regulations on industrial wastewater discharge. Polyacrylamide, particularly its anionic and cationic variants, is increasingly used in wastewater treatment plants to ensure compliance with environmental standards.
The enhanced oil recovery (EOR) process in the oil and gas sector heavily relies on polyacrylamide to improve the viscosity of water injected into reservoirs, thereby boosting crude oil extraction efficiency. The demand for PAM is expected to rise with increasing global energy requirements.
Cationic Polyacrylamide is used as a retention aid, drainage aid, and flocculant in paper manufacturing. The expansion of e-commerce and packaging industries has fueled the demand for paper products, thereby driving the need for PAM.
In agriculture, Cationic PAM is used as a soil conditioner to prevent erosion, enhance water retention, and improve seed germination rates. The need for sustainable agricultural practices has increased PAM adoption in farming applications.
The mining industry utilizes polyacrylamide for solid-liquid separation, tailings management, and mineral processing. With the global increase in mineral extraction activities, the demand for PAM continues to rise.
The global key manufacturers of Cationic Polyacrylamide include SNF Group, Solenis and Kemira, etc, top 3 manufacturers hold a share approximately 60%. SNF Group is the world's largest Cationic Polyacrylamide manufacturer, with a market share of more than 40%. Asia-Pacific, Europe and North America are the major Polyacrylamide market, they have a market share of more than 90%. Asia-Pacific is the largest market with a share of 45%. In terms of applications, Water Treatment is the largest downstream segment, with a market share of about 45%.
Report Scope
This report aims to provide a comprehensive presentation of the global market for Cationic Polyacrylamide, 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 Cationic Polyacrylamide.
The Cationic Polyacrylamide market size, estimations, and forecasts are provided in terms of output/shipments (K MT) and revenue ($ millions), considering 2024 as the base year, with history and forecast data for the period from 2020 to 2031. This report segments the global Cationic Polyacrylamide market comprehensively. Regional market sizes, concerning products by Type, by Application, and by players, are also provided.
For a more in-depth understanding of the market, the report provides profiles of the competitive landscape, key competitors, and their respective market ranks. The report also discusses technological trends and new product developments.
The report will help the Cationic Polyacrylamide manufacturers, new entrants, and industry chain related companies in this market with information on the revenues, production, and average price for the overall market and the sub-segments across the different segments, by company, by Type, by Application, and by regions.
Market Segmentation
By Company
SNF
Jiangsu Feymer Technology
Kemira
Solenis
Bejing Hengju
Shandong Polymer
Foshan Jianghe Chemical
Xinyong Biochemical
Shandong Nuoer Biotechnology
Anhui Tianrun Chemicals
Henan Zhengjia Green Energy
PetroChina Daqing
Anhui Jucheng
by Type
Powders
Solid Particles
Emulsions
Other
by Application
Water Treatment
Paper Industry
Textile Printing and Dyeing
Other
Production by Region
North America
Europe
China
Consumption by Region
North America
U.S.
Canada
Asia-Pacific
China
Japan
South Korea
China Taiwan
Southeast Asia
India
Europe
Germany
France
U.K.
Italy
Russia
Rest of Europe
Latin America, Middle East & Africa
Mexico
Brazil
Turkey
GCC Countries
Chapter Outline
Chapter 1: Introduces the report scope of the report, executive summary of different market segments (by region, by Type, by Application, etc), including the market size of each market segment, future development potential, and so on. It offers a high-level view of the current state of the market and its likely evolution in the short to mid-term, and long term.
Chapter 2: Detailed analysis of Cationic Polyacrylamide manufacturers competitive landscape, price, production and value market share, latest development plan, merger, and acquisition information, etc.
Chapter 3: Production/output, value of Cationic Polyacrylamide by region/country. It provides a quantitative analysis of the market size and development potential of each region in the next six years.
Chapter 4: Consumption of Cationic Polyacrylamide in regional level and country level. It provides a quantitative analysis of the market size and development potential of each region and its main countries and introduces the market development, future development prospects, market space, and production of each country in the world.
Chapter 5: 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 6: 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 7: Provides profiles of key players, introducing the basic situation of the main companies in the market in detail, including product production/output, value, price, gross margin, product introduction, recent development, etc.
Chapter 8: Analysis of industrial chain, including the upstream and downstream of the industry.
Chapter 9: Introduces 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 10: The main points and conclusions of the report.
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