Global Hydrogel Market Size & Outlook, 2025-2030

The global hydrogel market size was estimated at USD 34,250.8 million in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 51,821.2 million by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 7.4% from 2025 to 2030.
Revenue, 2024 (US$M)
$34,250.8
Forecast, 2030 (US$M)
$51,821.2
CAGR, 2025 - 2030
7.4%
Report Coverage
Worldwide

Global hydrogel market highlights

  • The global hydrogel market generated a revenue of USD 34,250.8 million in 2024 and is expected to reach USD 51,821.2 million by 2030.
  • The market is expected to grow at a CAGR (2025 - 2030) of 7.4% by 2030.
  • In terms of segment, synthetic hydrogel accounted for a revenue of USD 21,453.8 million in 2024.
  • Natural Hydrogel is the most lucrative product type segment registering the fastest growth during the forecast period.
  • In terms of region, Asia Pacific was the largest revenue generating market in 2024.
  • Country-wise, China is expected to register the highest CAGR from 2025 to 2030.

Global data book summary

Market revenue in 2024USD 34,250.8 million
Market revenue in 2030USD 51,821.2 million
Growth rate7.4% (CAGR from 2025 to 2030)
Largest segmentSynthetic hydrogel
Fastest growing segmentNatural Hydrogel
Historical data covered2018 - 2023
Base year for estimation2024
Forecast period covered2025 - 2030
Quantitative unitsRevenue in USD million
Market segmentationSynthetic Hydrogel, Natural Hydrogel, Hybrid Hydrogel

Other key industry trends

  • In terms of revenue, the North America accounted for 28.8% of the global hydrogel market in 2024.
  • By country, the U.S. is projected to lead the global market in terms of revenue in 2030.
  • By country, China is the fastest growing regional market and is projected to reach USD 5,060.2 million by 2030.

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Hydrogel Market Companies

Name Profile # Employees HQ Website
Paul Hartmann AG, Medline Industries View profile - - -
Derma Sciences (Integra LifeSciences) View profile - - -
 3M Company View profile - - -
B. Braun Melsungen AG View profile - - -
Johnson & Johnson Services, Inc. View profile - - -
Dow Corning View profile 10001+ Auburn Hills, Michigan, United States, North America http://www.dowcorning.com/
Ashland Inc View profile 3800 8145 Blazer Drive, Wilmington, DE, United States, 19808 http://www.ashland.com
Smith & Nephew PLC View profile 18452 Hatters Lane, Building 5, Croxley Park, Watford, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom, WD18 8YE https://www.smith-nephew.com
Coloplast A/S ADR View profile 15930 Holtedam 1-3, Humlebaek, Denmark, DK-3050 https://www.coloplast.com
Cardinal Health Inc View profile 48000 7000 Cardinal Place, Dublin, OH, United States, 43017 https://www.cardinalhealth.com
Evonik Industries AG View profile 33409 Rellinghauser Strasse 1-11, Essen, NW, Germany, 45128 https://www.evonik.com

Global hydrogel market outlook

The databook is designed to serve as a comprehensive guide to navigating this sector. The databook focuses on market statistics denoted in the form of revenue and y-o-y growth and CAGR across the globe and regions. A detailed competitive and opportunity analyses related to hydrogel market will help companies and investors design strategic landscapes.


Synthetic hydrogel was the largest segment with a revenue share of 62.64% in 2024. Horizon Databook has segmented the Global hydrogel market based on synthetic hydrogel, natural hydrogel, hybrid hydrogel covering the revenue growth of each sub-segment from 2018 to 2030.


  • Global Hydrogel Product Type Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018-2030)
    • Synthetic Hydrogel
    • Natural Hydrogel
    • Hybrid Hydrogel
  • Global Hydrogel Form Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018-2030)
    • Amorphous
    • Semi-Crystalline
    • Crystalline
  • Global Hydrogel Application Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018-2030)
    • Wound Care
    • Drug Delivery
    • Agriculture
    • Personal Care & Hygiene
    • Contact Lenses
    • Others

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