Waterborne Coating Market Analysis

  • Report ID: 3887
  • Published Date: Oct 07, 2025
  • Report Format: PDF, PPT

Waterborne Coating Market Segmentation:

Application Segment Analysis

Architectural coatings are anticipated to capture 50.4% of the waterborne coating market by 2035, influenced by stringent regulations that restrict VOC content in both residential and commercial applications. This transition is encouraging manufacturers to develop low- and zero-VOC alternatives, thereby enhancing indoor air quality and aligning with global sustainability initiatives and green building standards. Sherwin-Williams’ ProMar 200 Zero VOC Interior Latex provides six sheen options and a full spectrum of colors, adheres to MPI 53 and 143 standards, is GREENGUARD certified for low emissions, and meets LEED v4 requirements along with rigorous VOC regulations.

Resin Type Segment Analysis

The acrylic resin water-borne system is projected to experience significant growth until 2035, propelled by its outstanding weather resistance, gloss retention, rapid drying capabilities, broad compatibility, and sustainability. In accordance with EPA and ECHA regulations, acrylic resins in well-formulated waterborne systems meet the thresholds for non-hazardous substances. A prominent company in this sector is Sherwin-Williams: its Water-borne Acrylic Alkyd Technology incorporates recycled PET and soybean oil, reduces VOC emissions by approximately 60%, and has successfully eliminated over 800,000 pounds of VOCs in 2010.

Product Type Segment Analysis

Emulsion or dispersion coatings are poised to generate significant revenue owing to their extensive applicability across decorative, industrial, and protective sectors. These water-borne systems offer durability, low VOC emissions, and superior adhesion, rendering them suitable for infrastructure, machinery, and architectural surfaces. Celanese operates global emulsion polymer plants that produce both high-pressure (VAE) and conventional emulsions. With its advanced product portfolio and substantial, efficient production capacity, Celanese is positioned among the leaders in the supply of waterborne emulsion coatings on a global scale.

Our in-depth analysis of the waterborne coating market includes the following segments:

Segment

Subsegment

Product Type

  • Emulsion/Dispersion Coatings
  • Water-Soluble Paints
  • Water-borne Alkyds
  • Others

 

 

Resin Type

  • Acrylic
  • Polyurethane
  • Epoxy
  • Alkyd
  • Polyester
  • Others

Application

  • Architectural
  • Automotive
  • Industrial
  • Wood & Furniture
  • Marine
  • Packaging
  • Electronics

Functional Components

  • Wet/Dry Flow Modifiers
  • Rheology Modifiers
  • Defoamers
  • Dispersants
  • Specialty Additives

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

The waterborne coating market size was USD 1.5 billion in 2025.

The global waterborne coating market size was USD 1.5 billion in 2025 and is likely to reach USD 3.1 billion by the end of 2035, expanding at a CAGR of 7.8% over the forecast period, i.e., 2026-2035.

PPG Industries, Inc., Akzo Nobel N.V., Sherwin-Williams Company, and BASF Coatings GmbH are some key players in the market.

The architectural coatings segment is expected to hold a leading share during the forecast period.

The Asia Pacific waterborne coating sector is poised to hold a 42.2% share by the end of 2035.
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