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Superabsorbent Polymer Pricing, Demand and Supply Overview
Superabsorbent polymer, or SAP, is a cross-linked polyacrylate polymer produced by the polymerisation of acrylic acid, capable of absorbing hundreds of times its weight in liquid. The largest demand pull comes from baby diaper manufacturing, followed by adult incontinence products, and feminine hygiene applications. Acrylic acid feedstock costs, hygiene product sector demand, and regional polymerisation capacity all feed into the price.
Global superabsorbent polymer prices tracked close to the USD 1.76 to USD 1.96 per KG range projected for 2026, as acrylic acid firming and hygiene demand supported the tone. US prices averaged USD 2.02 per KG in Q1 2026, up 5.2 percent from Q4 2025, as firmer acrylic acid feedstock costs from Middle East propylene disruptions elevated production expenses while consistent diaper and adult incontinence product procurement from hygiene manufacturers maintained steady buying. China's large polymerisation capacity kept it the most affordable source, while Germany remained the highest-cost reporting region.
What is Superabsorbent Polymer Price in August 2026?
Superabsorbent polymer prices held a firm tone through August 2026, tracking close to the Q1 2026 levels across all tracked regions, as firmer acrylic acid feedstock costs and steady diaper and hygiene product demand continued to support the market.
- North America (US): US superabsorbent polymer prices held near USD 1.99 to USD 2.05 per KG, close to the USD 2.02 per KG recorded in Q1 2026 and the highest among tracked markets, as firmer acrylic acid feedstock costs from Middle East propylene disruptions and consistent diaper and adult incontinence procurement continued to support the level.
- APAC (China): Chinese superabsorbent polymer prices held near USD 1.22 to USD 1.28 per KG, close to the USD 1.25 per KG recorded in Q1 2026, as the country's large polymerisation capacity continued to keep it the most affordable sourcing region globally.
- Europe (Germany): German superabsorbent polymer prices held near USD 2.32 to USD 2.38 per KG, close to the USD 2.35 per KG recorded in Q1 2026 and the highest among tracked markets, as high feedstock and energy costs continued to keep Germany the most expensive market.
Superabsorbent Polymer Price Forecast for 2026
The balance of supply and demand for superabsorbent polymers through the rest of 2026 leans moderately firm. Acrylic acid feedstock costs have firmed from Middle East propylene supply disruptions. Hygiene product demand is expanding consistently with rising birth rates and disposable diaper penetration in India and Southeast Asia.
The main upside risk is sustained acrylic acid tightening alongside accelerating diaper market penetration in emerging economies. The main downside risk is continued Chinese superabsorbent polymer capacity additions that limit the global price floor recovery.
| Region | 2026 Price Range (USD/KG) | Outlook |
| Global Average | 1.76 - 1.96 | Acrylic acid firming and hygiene demand support the tone |
| United States | 1.94 - 2.14 | Steady diaper and incontinence demand keeps it the highest |
| China | 1.18 - 1.38 | Large polymerisation capacity keeps it the most affordable |
| Germany | 2.28 - 2.48 | High feedstock and energy costs keep it the most expensive |
| India | 1.70 - 1.90 | Growing hygiene market penetration holds a firm middle |
For the Quarter Ending March 2026
Superabsorbent Polymer Prices Q1 2026:
- United States: USD 2.02/KG
- China: USD 1.25/KG
- Germany: USD 2.35/KG
- India: USD 1.78/KG
Superabsorbent Polymer Prices in the United States
US superabsorbent polymer prices averaged USD 2.02/KG in Q1 2026, up 5.2% from USD 1.92/KG in Q4 2025. Firmer acrylic acid feedstock costs from Middle East propylene disruptions elevated production expenses. Consistent diaper and adult incontinence product procurement from hygiene manufacturers maintained steady buying.
Why did the price of Superabsorbent Polymer change in Q1 2026 in the United States?
Firmer acrylic acid feedstock costs from Middle East propylene disruptions raised the polymerisation production cost floor. Consistent diaper and adult incontinence product procurement from hygiene manufacturers maintained steady buying. Higher freight and insurance premiums elevated the landed cost of imported SAP and feedstock.
Superabsorbent Polymer Prices in China
Chinese superabsorbent polymer prices averaged USD 1.25/KG in Q1 2026, up 5.9% from USD 1.18/KG in Q4 2025, the lowest among the tracked markets. Post-Lunar New Year hygiene product and agricultural sector restocking lifted procurement. Firmer acrylic acid costs raised the production floor despite large domestic polymerisation capacity.
Why did the price of Superabsorbent Polymer change in Q1 2026 in China?
Post-holiday hygiene product and agricultural water retention restocking lifted procurement from formulators and product manufacturers. Firmer acrylic acid feedstock costs raised the production cost floor. Large domestic capacity kept China the most competitive source despite the quarterly recovery.
Superabsorbent Polymer Prices in Germany
German superabsorbent polymer prices averaged USD 2.35/KG in Q1 2026, up 5.9% from USD 2.22/KG in Q4 2025, the highest among the tracked markets. Higher acrylic acid and energy costs elevated European production expenses. Steady diaper, adult incontinence, and feminine hygiene product demand maintained consistent buying.
Why did the price of Superabsorbent Polymer change in Q1 2026 in Germany?
Higher acrylic acid and energy costs elevated European superabsorbent polymer production expenses. Middle East propylene disruptions added import cost premiums to acrylic acid feedstock. Steady hygiene product and medical absorbent demand maintained consistent procurement from European manufacturers.
Superabsorbent Polymer Prices in India
Indian superabsorbent polymer prices averaged USD 1.78/KG in Q1 2026, up 6.0% from USD 1.68/KG in Q4 2025. Growing disposable diaper and feminine hygiene product demand supported buying. Firmer import-linked acrylic acid costs raised the production floor through the quarter.
Why did the price of Superabsorbent Polymer change in Q1 2026 in India?
Growing disposable diaper and feminine hygiene product market demand lifted procurement from domestic and imported sources. Firmer import-linked acrylic acid feedstock costs raised the production floor. Middle East freight premiums elevated the landed cost of imported superabsorbent polymer grades.
For the Quarter Ending December 2025
Superabsorbent Polymer Prices Q4 2025:
- United States: USD 1.92/KG
- China: USD 1.18/KG
- Germany: USD 2.22/KG
- India: USD 1.68/KG
Superabsorbent Polymer Prices in the United States
US superabsorbent polymer prices averaged USD 1.92/KG in Q4 2025, recovering from the Q3 softening. Autumn-winter diaper and adult incontinence restocking supported buying. Firmer acrylic acid costs held the production floor elevated near USD 1.92/KG.
Why did the price of Superabsorbent Polymer change in Q4 2025 in the United States?
Autumn-winter diaper and adult incontinence product restocking lifted procurement from hygiene product manufacturers. Firmer acrylic acid feedstock costs held the production floor elevated. Consistent buying from hygiene product converters held the market near USD 1.92/KG.
Superabsorbent Polymer Prices in China
Chinese superabsorbent polymer prices averaged USD 1.18/KG in Q4 2025, recovering from the Q3 level. Autumn hygiene product and agricultural water retention restocking lifted procurement. Stable acrylic acid costs held the market near USD 1.18/KG.
Why did the price of Superabsorbent Polymer change in Q4 2025 in China?
Autumn hygiene product and agricultural sector restocking lifted procurement. Stable acrylic acid feedstock costs provided a production cost floor. Large domestic capacity maintained supply balance near USD 1.18/KG.
Superabsorbent Polymer Prices in Germany
German superabsorbent polymer prices averaged USD 2.22/KG in Q4 2025, recovering from the Q3 level. Autumn-winter hygiene product and medical sector demand supported buying. Firm acrylic acid and energy costs held the production floor near USD 2.22/KG.
Why did the price of Superabsorbent Polymer change in Q4 2025 in Germany?
Autumn-winter hygiene product and medical absorbent demand lifted procurement. Firm acrylic acid and energy costs maintained the production floor. The market recovered from the Q3 dip near USD 2.22/KG.
Superabsorbent Polymer Prices in India
Indian superabsorbent polymer prices averaged USD 1.68/KG in Q4 2025, recovering from the Q3 level. Growing hygiene product and agricultural demand supported buying. Firmer acrylic acid import costs held the production floor near USD 1.68/KG.
Why did the price of Superabsorbent Polymer change in Q4 2025 in India?
Growing hygiene product and agricultural water retention demand supported procurement. Firmer acrylic acid import costs maintained the production floor. The market recovered from the Q3 softening near USD 1.68/KG.
Quarterly Superabsorbent Polymer Price Trends
Global superabsorbent polymer prices rose in Q2 2025 on the spring hygiene restocking season, dipped briefly in Q3, then recovered through Q4 and accelerated in Q1 2026. The average rose from USD 1.710/KG in Q1 2025 to USD 1.745/KG in Q2, softened to USD 1.728/KG in Q3, then firmed to USD 1.750/KG in Q4 and USD 1.850/KG in Q1 2026, a net gain of about 8.2% over the window. Acrylic acid feedstock cycles and hygiene sector seasonal demand drove the pattern.
| Quarter | Price (USD/KG) | QoQ Change | Direction |
| Q1 2026 | 1.850 | +5.7% | ↑ Rising |
| Q4 2025 | 1.750 | +1.3% | ↑ Rising |
| Q3 2025 | 1.728 | -1.0% | ↓ Falling |
| Q2 2025 | 1.745 | +2.0% | ↑ Rising |
| Q1 2025 | 1.710 | - | - Stable |
| Q2 2026 | In Progress | - | - In Progress |
What was Superabsorbent Polymer Price in 2025?
Superabsorbent polymer prices firmed through 2025 with a brief Q3 seasonal softening. The global average opened at USD 1.710/KG in Q1 and closed near USD 1.750/KG in Q4, a full-year gain of about 2.3%. Consistent hygiene product demand, firmer acrylic acid feedstock costs, and growing diaper market penetration in emerging economies supported the overall upward trend.
Superabsorbent Polymer Prices in the United States in 2025
US prices firmed from about USD 1.85/KG in Q1 2025 to USD 1.92/KG by Q4, a gain of 3.8%. Consistent diaper and adult incontinence demand and firmer acrylic acid costs maintained the upward bias through the year despite the brief Q3 seasonal softening.
Superabsorbent Polymer Prices in China in 2025
Chinese prices fell from roughly USD 1.22/KG in Q1 2025 to USD 1.18/KG by Q4, a decline of 3.3%. Large domestic polymerisation capacity and soft export hygiene demand maintained downward pressure. China held the lowest price level throughout the year.
Superabsorbent Polymer Prices in Germany in 2025
German prices firmed from about USD 2.15/KG in Q1 2025 to USD 2.22/KG by Q4, a gain of 3.3%. Consistent hygiene product and medical absorbent demand and firm acrylic acid and energy costs supported the market. Germany maintained the highest price level.
Superabsorbent Polymer Prices in India in 2025
Indian prices firmed from roughly USD 1.62/KG in Q1 2025 to USD 1.68/KG by Q4, a gain of 3.7%. Growing disposable diaper and hygiene product market penetration drove the consistent climb. India held a firm and rapidly growing middle range.
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Baby diapers take the largest share, where the polymer core provides liquid absorption and dryness performance. Adult incontinence products, feminine hygiene, agricultural water retention, and industrial absorbent applications also consume significant volumes.
The Q1 2026 average was USD 2.02/KG in the United States, USD 1.25/KG in China, USD 2.35/KG in Germany, and USD 1.78/KG in India. Germany remains the highest-priced market.
The global average rose from USD 1.710/KG in Q1 2025 to about USD 1.750/KG in Q4, a full-year gain of around 2.3%. A Q2 hygiene season uptick and brief Q3 dip gave way to a consistent Q4 and Q1 2026 recovery.
A seasonal softening in hygiene product procurement reduced polymerisation plant offtake. Adequate inventory levels and competitive Chinese supply maintained downward pressure, pushing prices to the seasonal low before the autumn restocking recovery.
The global average is expected in the USD 1.76 to 1.96/KG range for the rest of 2026, with continued firming as acrylic acid costs stay elevated and diaper market penetration expands in India and Southeast Asia.
Germany sits highest on acrylic acid and energy costs, the United States holds a firm middle on hygiene product demand, India holds a growing middle on expanding diaper markets, and China prices lowest on large domestic polymerisation capacity.
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Prices respond mainly to acrylic acid and propylene feedstock costs, hygiene product sector seasonal demand cycles, and polymerisation capacity additions. Middle East propylene supply events and diaper market growth rates are key near-term signals.
Asia Pacific leads with China and Japan holding the largest polymerisation capacity, followed by North America and Europe. Any acrylic acid or propylene shift ripples across markets within one to two quarters.
Buyers can use quarterly trends and forecasts to time hygiene product formulation contracts, build cover when acrylic acid signals tightening, and monitor propylene price trends as the primary upstream cost signal.
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