Construction Chemicals Market Report 2026

The construction chemicals market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $57.54 billion in 2025 to $63.43 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.2%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to expansion of global construction activities, rising urban infrastructure development, increasing use of ready-mix concrete, growing demand for durable building materials, adoption of modern construction techniques.

The construction chemicals market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $91.95 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.7%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing investments in sustainable infrastructure, rising demand for low-carbon construction materials, expansion of smart city projects, growing focus on long-lasting building solutions, increasing renovation and retrofitting activities. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing adoption of green construction chemicals, rising demand for high-performance concrete admixtures, growing use of advanced waterproofing solutions, expansion of repair and rehabilitation chemicals, enhanced focus on durability and lifecycle performance.

The rising demand for construction is significantly contributing to the growth of the construction chemicals market. Construction involves building, altering, repairing, remodeling, improving, or demolishing various structures. Construction chemicals help reduce abrasions and strengthen bonds, thereby extending the lifespan of buildings. For instance, in February 2025, according to the Census Bureau, a US-based government agency, construction spending in 2024 reached about US$ 2.15 trillion, which is 6.5% higher than the approximately US$ 2.02 trillion spent in 2023. Therefore, the growth in construction activity is expected to drive the expansion of the construction chemicals market.

Major companies operating in the construction chemicals market are adopting a strategic partnership approach to enhance technology integration and expand market reach. A strategic partnership typically refers to a collaborative relationship between two or more organizations where they combine their resources, expertise, and efforts to achieve common goals or objectives. For instance, in March 2024, Cormart Nigeria Limited, a Nigeria-based chemical manufacturing company, partnered with Fosroc International Limited, a Dubai specializing in construction chemicals. This collaboration designates Cormart as the exclusive distributor and licensed producer of Fosroc's products in Nigeria. The partnership aims to enhance the quality and availability of construction chemicals in the market, offering a diverse range of solutions, including concrete admixtures, repair and protection systems, waterproofing solutions, and more.

In October 2025, Saint-Gobain, a France-based global manufacturer of construction and high-performance materials, completed the acquisition of Fosroc for an undisclosed amount. Through this acquisition, Saint-Gobain aims to broaden its construction chemicals portfolio, strengthen operational capabilities, extend market reach across key regions, and support long-term growth and profitability. Fosroc is a UAE-based provider of construction chemicals and solutions serving various industrial and infrastructure applications.

Major companies operating in the construction chemicals market are BASF SE, The Dow Chemical Company, Saint-Gobain, Master Builders Solutions, 3M Company, HOLCIM, Henkel AG & Co. KGaA, Cemex S.A.B. de C.V., Arkema S.A., AkzoNobel N.V., Wacker Chemie AG, RPM International Inc., Chembond Chemicals Limited, Bostik S.A., Ashland Global Specialty Chemicals Inc., MBCC Group, W. R. Grace and Company, Sika AG, Pidilite Industries Limited, CICO Group, Fosroc International Limited, Mapei S.p.A., ACC Limited, Cera-Chem Pvt. Ltd., Flowcrete Group Ltd.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the construction chemicals market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the construction chemicals market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the construction chemicals market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The construction chemicals market consists of sales of water repellants and concrete curing compound. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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