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Synopsis
The global market for Agricultural Water Retaining Agent was estimated to be worth US$ 163 million in 2024 and is forecast to a readjusted size of US$ 261 million by 2031 with a CAGR of 6.8% during the forecast period 2025-2031.
This report provides a comprehensive assessment of recent tariff adjustments and international strategic countermeasures on Agricultural Water Retaining Agent cross-border industrial footprints, capital allocation patterns, regional economic interdependencies, and supply chain reconfigurations.
Agricultural Water Retaining Agent is a chemical substance or polymer material that can absorb, retain and slowly release water. It mainly improves the moisture status of the soil and provides a stable moisture environment for plant growth through its unique water absorption and water retention properties.
Agricultural Water Retaining Agent can absorb and store a large amount of water, reduce the evaporation and loss of soil moisture, and improve the water retention capacity of the soil. This is particularly important for agricultural production in arid and semi-arid areas.
At the same time, since Agricultural Water Retaining Agent can store a large amount of water and slowly release it to plants for use, it can reduce the number of irrigations and water consumption. This is of great significance for saving water resources and reducing agricultural production costs.
The demand for agricultural water retaining agents varies significantly across different regions. In Asia-Pacific, the market is particularly dynamic due to the region’s large agricultural base and increasing water scarcity challenges. Countries such as China and India are witnessing significant growth in the adoption of water retaining technologies to boost agricultural productivity and manage water resources more effectively. In contrast, the North American and European markets are also growing, driven by advancements in agricultural practices and a strong focus on sustainable farming solutions.
Despite the positive growth outlook, the market faces several challenges. The market for agricultural water retaining agents is characterized by fierce competition, with numerous players vying for market share. Major companies such as Nippon Shokubai, Formosa Plastics Corporation, Qingdao Soco New Material, and Sanyo Chemical dominate the sector, holding a substantial share of the market. In 2023, the top five global players collectively held a significant market share of 61.83% in terms of revenue. These companies have established themselves as leaders in the field through innovation, extensive product portfolios, and strategic market positioning. However, this intense competition has led to market commoditization, where differentiation based on product quality has become increasingly difficult. As new manufacturers enter the market and existing players expand their offerings, the focus has shifted towards cost competitiveness rather than innovation.
In 2024, Sanyo Chemical Industries, Ltd. has decided to exit the superabsorbent polymer (SAP) market. Established as a pioneer in SAP production since 1978, the company has seen its profitability in this sector decline sharply due to oversupply, increased competition, and market commoditization. With the influx of new SAP manufacturers and the growing prevalence of low-cost products, Sanyo Chemical's SAP business, which has become a significant CO2 emitter, has faced severe financial losses.
Looking ahead, the agricultural water retaining agent market is poised for continued expansion, driven by increasing global food demand and the need for efficient water management solutions.
This report aims to provide a comprehensive presentation of the global market for Agricultural Water Retaining Agent, focusing on the total sales volume, sales revenue, price, key companies market share and ranking, together with an analysis of Agricultural Water Retaining Agent by region & country, by Type, and by Application.
The Agricultural Water Retaining Agent market size, estimations, and forecasts are provided in terms of sales volume (Tons) and sales revenue ($ millions), considering 2024 as the base year, with history and forecast data for the period from 2020 to 2031. 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 Agricultural Water Retaining Agent.
Market Segmentation
By Company
Nippon Shokubai
Formosa Plastics Corporation
Qingdao Soco New Material
Sanyo Chemical
Zibo Jadreh Polymer Technology
Bretty Young Seeds
Accepta Water Treatment
Acuro Organics
Reformchem
Segment by Type
Acrylamide-Acrylic Acid Salt Copolymer Cross-Linked Product
Starch Grafted Acrylic Acid Salt Copolymer Cross-Linked Product
Segment by Application
Farmland Irrigation
Soil Improvement
Others
By Region
North America
United States
Canada
Asia-Pacific
China
Japan
South Korea
Southeast Asia
India
Australia
Rest of Asia-Pacific
Europe
Germany
France
U.K.
Italy
Netherlands
Nordic Countries
Rest of Europe
Latin America
Mexico
Brazil
Rest of Latin America
Middle East & Africa
Turkey
Saudi Arabia
UAE
Rest of MEA
Chapter Outline
Chapter 1: Introduces the report scope of the report, global total market size (value, volume and price). This chapter also provides 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 2: Detailed analysis of Agricultural Water Retaining Agent manufacturers competitive landscape, price, sales and revenue market share, latest development plan, merger, and acquisition information, etc.
Chapter 3: 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 4: 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 5: Sales, revenue of Agricultural Water Retaining Agent in regional level. It provides a quantitative analysis of the market size and development potential of each region and introduces the market development, future development prospects, market space, and market size of each country in the world.
Chapter 6: Sales, revenue of Agricultural Water Retaining Agent in country level. It provides sigmate data by Type, and by Application for each country/region.
Chapter 7: Provides profiles of key players, introducing the basic situation of the main companies in the market in detail, including product sales, revenue, price, gross margin, product introduction, recent development, etc.
Chapter 8: Analysis of industrial chain, including the upstream and downstream of the industry.
Chapter 9: Conclusion.

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