Water-borne Resins Market Size, Share, and Outlook, 2025 Report- By Type (Acrylics, Alkyds, Epoxies, Polyurethanes, Others), By Application (Paints and Coatings, Adhesives and Sealants, Inks, Others), 2018-2032

Water-borne Resins Market Outlook

Water-borne Resins Market Size is forecast to reach $99 Billion in 2032 from $65.5 Billion in 2025, at an optimistic growth rate of 6% from 2025 to 2032. The robust Water-borne Resins Market growth presents potential growth opportunities for companies across the industry value chain.

The comprehensive market research report presents 12-year historic and forecast data on Water-borne Resins Market segments across 22 countries from 2021 to 2032. Key segments in the report include By Type (Acrylics, Alkyds, Epoxies, Polyurethanes, Others), By Application (Paints and Coatings, Adhesives and Sealants, Inks, Others). Over 70 tables and charts showcase findings from our latest survey report on Water-borne Resins Markets.

Water-borne Resins Market Insights, 2025: Waterborne Resins Market: Key Drivers and Opportunities

The waterborne resins market is driven by the increased demand for sustainable coatings, adhesives, and sealants that comply with environmental regulations. Waterborne resins, compared to solvent-borne alternatives, are eco-friendly, offer lower VOC emissions, and contribute to better air quality. Key industries such as automotive, construction, and furniture are embracing waterborne resins due to their high performance, durability, and environmental compliance. Governments worldwide are enacting stricter regulations on VOC emissions, which has accelerated the demand for waterborne alternatives. As sustainability continues to be a major global trend, the market for green technologies in industrial coatings, paint applications, and adhesives is expected to expand. Architectural coatings for residential and commercial buildings are increasingly incorporating waterborne resins due to their ability to provide high-quality finishes while adhering to green building standards. The continued growth in automotive manufacturing and the increasing focus on eco-friendly vehicle coatings further adds to the demand for waterborne resins. Opportunities for innovation in waterborne resin formulations that provide enhanced durability, scratch resistance, and weathering performance will be key in capitalizing on this market.

Five Trends that will define global Water-borne Resins Market in 2025 and Beyond

A closer look at the multi-million global market for Water-borne Resins Market identifies rapidly shifting consumer preferences across categories. By focusing on growth and resilience, leading Water-borne Resins Companies are prioritizing their investments across categories, markets, and geographies. The report analyses the most important market trends shaping the new landscape to support better decisions for the long and short-term future.

What are the biggest opportunities for growth in the Water-borne Resins Industry?

The Water-borne Resins Market sector demonstrated remarkable resilience over the past year across developed and developing economies. Further, the market presents significant opportunities to leverage the existing momentum towards actions by 2032. On the other hand, recent macroeconomic developments including rising inflation and supply chain disruptions are putting pressure on companies. The chapter assists users to identify growth avenues and address business challenges to make informed commercial decisions with unique insights, data forecasts, and in-depth market analyses.

Water-borne Resins Market Segment Insights

The Water-borne Resins Industry presents strong offers across categories. The analytical report offers forecasts of Water-borne Resins Industry performance across segments and countries. Key segments in the industry include- By Type (Acrylics, Alkyds, Epoxies, Polyurethanes, Others), By Application (Paints and Coatings, Adhesives and Sealants, Inks, Others). The largest types, applications, and sales channels, fastest growing segments, and the key factors driving each of the categories are included in the report.

Forecasts of each segment across five regions are provided from 2021 through 2032 for Asia Pacific, North America, Europe, South America, Middle East, and African regions. In addition, Water-borne Resins Market size outlook is provided for 22 countries across these regions.

Water-borne Resins Industry Value Chain

The chapter identifies potential companies and their operations across the global Water-borne Resins Industry ecosystem. It assists decision-makers in evaluating global Water-borne Resins Market fundamentals, market dynamics, and disruptive trends across the value chain segments.

Scenario Analysis and Forecasts

Strategic decision-making in the Water-borne Resins Industry is multi-faceted with the increased need for planning across scenarios. The report provides forecasts across three case scenarios- low growth, reference case, and high growth cases.

Asia Pacific Water-borne Resins Market Analysis- A Promising Growth Arena for Business Expansion

As companies increasingly expand across promising Asia Pacific markets with a combined population of over 4.5 billion, the medium-to-long-term future remains robust. The presence of the fastest-growing economies such as China, India, Thailand, Indonesia, and Vietnam coupled with strengthening middle-class populations and rising disposable incomes drive the market. In particular, China and India are witnessing rapid shifts in consumer purchasing behavior. China is recovering steadily with optimistic forecasts for 2025. Further, Japanese and South Korean markets remain stable with most companies focusing on new product launches and diversification of sales channels.

The State of Europe Water-borne Resins Industry 2025- Focus on Accelerating Competitiveness

As companies opt for an integrated agenda for competitiveness, the year 2025 presents optimistic scenarios for companies across the ecosystem. With signs of economic recovery across markets, companies are increasing their investments. Europe is one of the largest markets for Water-borne Resins Market with demand from both Western Europe and Eastern European regions increasing over the medium to long-term future. Increasing omnichannel shopping amidst robust consumer demand for value purchases shapes the market outlook. The report analyses the key Water-borne Resins Market drivers and opportunities across Germany, France, the United Kingdom, Spain, Italy, Russia, and other Europe.

The US Water-borne Resins Market Insights- Executives are most excited about opportunities for the US Water-borne Resins Industry.

Easing inflation coupled with strengthening consumer sentiment is encouraging aggressive actions from the US Water-borne Resins Companies. Market players consistently focusing on innovation and pursuing new ways to create value are set to excel in 2025. In addition, the Canadian and Mexican markets offer lucrative growth pockets for manufacturers and vendors. Focus on private-brand offerings and promotions, diversified sales channels, expansion into niche segments, adoption of advanced technologies, and sustainability are widely observed across the North American Water-borne Resins Market.

Latin American Water-borne Resins Market outlook rebounds in line with economic growth.

Underlying demand remains higher among urban consumers with an optimistic economic outlook across Brazil, Argentina, Chile, and other South and Central American countries. Increased consumer spending has been reported since H2-2024 and the prospects remain strong for 2025. Aggressive ecosystem moves to create new sources of income are widely observed across markets in the region. Marketing activities focused on customer insights, operations, and support functions are quickly gaining business growth in the region.

Middle East and Africa Water-borne Resins Markets- New Opportunities for Companies Harnessing Diversity

Rapid growth in burgeoning urban locations coupled with a young and fast-growing population base is attracting new investments in the Middle East and African Water-borne Resins Markets. Designing expansion and marketing strategies to cater to the local consumer base supports the market prospects. In addition to Nigeria, Algeria, South Africa, and other markets, steady growth markets in Ethiopia, Rwanda, Ghana, Tanzania, the Democratic Republic of Congo, and others present significant prospects for companies. On the other hand, Middle Eastern Water-borne Resins Markets including the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Oman continue to offer lucrative pockets of growth.

Competitive Landscape- How Water-borne Resins Companies outcompete in 2025 and Beyond?

The ability to respond quickly to evolving consumer preferences and adapt businesses to niche consumer segments remains a key growth factor. The report identifies the leading companies in the industry and provides their revenue for 2024. The market shares of each company are also included in the report. Further, business profiles, SWOT analysis, and financial analysis of each company are provided in detail. Key companies analyzed in the report include Allnex Netherlands B.V., Arkema Group, BASF SE, Dow Inc, DSM, Eastman Chemical Company, Huntsman International LLC, Momentive, Nan Ya Plastics Corp, Solvay SA.

Water-borne Resins Market Scope and Segmentation

By Type

Acrylics

Alkyds

Epoxies

Polyurethanes

Others

By Application

Paints and Coatings

Adhesives and Sealants

Inks

Others

Countries Included-

North America- US, Canada, Mexico

Europe- Germany, France, UK, Spain, Italy, Benelux, Turkey, Russia, Rest of Europe

Asia Pacific- China, India, Japan, South Korea, South East Asia, Australia, Rest of APAC

South and Central America- Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Rest of SCA

Middle East and Africa- Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Israel, South Africa, Algeria, Nigeria, Rest of Middle East, Rest of Africa

Companies Included in the Water-borne Resins Market Research-

Allnex Netherlands B.V.

Arkema Group

BASF SE

Dow Inc

DSM

Eastman Chemical Company

Huntsman International LLC

Momentive

Nan Ya Plastics Corp

Solvay SA

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