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Market Research Future (MRFR) has published a cooked research report on the “Global Construction Chemicals Market” that contains the information from 2019 to 2035.
The Construction Chemicals market is estimated to register a CAGR of 5.8% during the forecast period of 2025 to 2035.
MRFR recognizes the following companies as the key players in the Global Construction Chemicals Market— MAPEI S.p.A., Sika AG, Saint-Gobain, JSW Cement, 3M, Arkema, Pidilite Industries Ltd., ARDEX Group, Nippon Paint and Jiahua Chemicals Inc.
Construction Chemicals Market Highlights
The Construction Chemicals Market is accounted for to register a CAGR of 5.8% during the forecast period and is estimated to reach USD 93,082.9 million by 2035.
Globally, much of the built environment, particularly in developed economies, is approaching or exceeding its original design life. According to the OECD, nearly 40% of infrastructure in North America and Europe is over 50 years old. Bridges, tunnels, water treatment facilities, and commercial buildings require urgent repairs to remain safe and functional. construction chemicals such as epoxy repair mortars, polymer-modified concrete, corrosion inhibitors, and crack injection resins are essential to extend service life without full replacement. In the U.S., the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) estimates a USD 2.59 trillion infrastructure investment gap by 2030, much of which involves rehabilitation rather than new construction. Retrofitting projects often require specialized products like fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) wraps for structural strengthening, or hydrophobic crystalline admixtures for waterproofing old foundations. In Japan, seismic retrofitting of public buildings and transport networks is mandated by law, creating consistent demand for high-performance adhesives, grout, and anchoring systems. This global need for extending asset life presents a steady and recession-resistant revenue stream for construction chemical suppliers.
Retrofitting is no longer limited to structural repairs it increasingly targets energy efficiency and sustainability goals. The International Energy Agency (IEA) projects that building retrofits could reduce global CO₂ emissions from the built environment by 3.4 gigatonnes by 2050. This shift is driving demand for thermal insulation materials, reflective roof coatings, low-VOC sealants, and air barrier membranes. In the European Union, the Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD) mandates that all member states improve energy efficiency in existing buildings, triggering large-scale retrofitting programs in countries like Germany, France, and Netherlands. In Canada and the U.S., tax credits and rebates under programs such as the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) are incentivizing insulation upgrades and window sealing projects. The Middle East, facing extreme summer heat, is investing in cool roof coatings and thermal reflective paints to reduce air-conditioning loads in older commercial and residential buildings. This trend aligns with the broader shift toward green building practices, allowing chemical construction manufacturers to position their products as both performance-enhancing and environmentally responsible.
As cities face land constraints, urban planners are increasingly turning to adaptive reuse converting existing structures into new purposes driving demand for specialized construction chemicals. In North America, abandoned industrial warehouses are being converted into residential lofts, requiring floor leveling compounds, moisture barriers, and decorative concrete coatings. In China and Singapore, large-scale urban renewal projects replace complete demolition with structural upgrades, creating demand for bonding agents, epoxy coatings, and polymer cement overlays. Adaptive reuse often involves dealing with old substrates contaminated by oil, chemicals, or mold, requiring epoxy primers, anti-microbial coatings, and surface preparation chemicals. European markets like Italy and Spain, with rich architectural heritage, face strict preservation laws, meaning repair and retrofitting work must use compatible restoration chemicals that maintain historical integrity such as lime-based plasters and breathable sealants. These projects often involve complex chemical formulations to ensure compatibility between old and new materials, creating opportunities for premium-priced, specialized products that can’t be easily replaced by generic alternatives.
Segment Analysis
The Global Construction Chemicals Market has been segmented based on Product Type, Application and Region.
The Global Construction Chemicals Market segmentation, based on Product Type, has been segmented into Adhesives, Concrete Admixtures, Concrete Protective Coatings, Flooring Resins, Sealants, Waterproofing Solutions, Flame Retardants and Others. Among these, the Concrete Admixtures segment is projected to dominate the Global Construction Chemicals Market revenue through the projected period.
Based on Application has been segmented into Residential, Commercial and Industrial. Among these, the Residential segment is projected to dominate the Global Construction Chemicals Market revenue through the projected period.
Region Analysis
By Region, the Construction Chemicals market is segmented into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, South America and Middle East & Africa. The Asia Pacific Construction Chemicals market holds considerable market share and is also forecasted to hold the largest share during the forecast period. The region benefits from favorable government policies aimed at urban development, smart cities, and sustainable construction, which encourage the adoption of innovative and eco-friendly construction chemicals. Additionally, increasing foreign direct investment and industrial expansion spur demand in the industrial segment.
Key Findings of the Study
- The Global Construction Chemicals Market is expected to reach 93,082.9 million by 2035, at a CAGR of 5.8% during the forecast period.
- Asia Pacific accounted for the fastest-growing market.
- Based on Product Type, the Concrete Admixtures segment was attributed to holding the largest market in 2024.
- Based on Application, the Residential segment was attributed to holding the largest market in 2024.
- MAPEI S.p.A., Sika AG, Saint-Gobain, JSW Cement, 3M, Arkema, Pidilite Industries Ltd., ARDEX Group, Nippon Paint and Jiahua Chemicals Inc. are the key market players.
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