In 2025, the market price and development trend of polyurea are deeply analyzed

In the field of materials science, polyurea stands out with its excellent performance and is widely used in many industries such as building waterproofing, industrial protection, sports facilities and so on. In 2025, the polyurea market will show a unique price trend and development trend, which has attracted much attention in the industry.

Insight into polyurea price in 2025

The price range is wide

The market prices of polyurea products currently show significant variations, ranging from tens to hundreds of yuan per kilogram with price differences reaching 5-10 times. Taking the common 20-kilogram polyurea waterproof coating as an example, the average market price ranges between 1,000 to 3,000 yuan, while premium products from well-known brands can command even higher prices.

The key factors affecting prices

1. Raw material costs: These form the cornerstone of polyurea pricing. The price gap between isocyanate types is significant, with aliphatic HDI (hexamethylene diisocyanate) being 30-50% more expensive than aromatic MDI (methylene diphenyl disocyanate). In resin formulations, pure polyurea (100% solid content) costs 20-35% more than semi-polyurea (solvent-added). Quality additives also impact pricing, with imported UV absorbers like BASF Tinuvin® being 3-5 times pricier than domestic alternatives.
2. Production Technology and Technical Barriers: Advanced manufacturing processes and higher technical barriers typically lead to increased costs. Companies with proprietary production technologies and patents often command premium pricing, as they invest substantial human, material, and financial resources into R&D and production to ensure product performance and reliability.
3. Brand Premium and Service System: Brand influence holds significant weight in the polyurea market. International brands command 30-50% higher premiums than domestic top-tier brands. Companies offering comprehensive services like construction guidance charge 25-35% more for products compared to material-only sales. Emergency supply services (24-hour response) typically increase service fees by 15%.
4. Application-specific R&D costs: Developing specialized solutions for specific application scenarios significantly increases expenses. For instance, the development investment for nuclear power-grade polyurea ranges from 2 to 3 million yuan per formulation. Products certified for food-grade standards (FDA/GB 4806) incur an additional 20% cost. Polyurea materials designed for extreme climates (-60℃ to 150℃) are priced 40% higher.
5. Market supply-demand dynamics and regional factors: Imported polyurea products face tariffs ranging from 22% to 35%, which significantly drives up market prices. During peak demand periods like oil and gas pipeline seasons, prices can surge by 15-25%. Additionally, transportation costs exceeding 8-12% when delivery distances surpass 500 kilometers also substantially impact pricing.

2025 polyurea market development trend outlook

The market continues to grow

Chinas polyurea industry is projected to reach approximately 15 billion yuan in market size by 2025, representing a 10% growth from 2024. Over the next five years, the sector is expected to maintain steady expansion, with market size projected to hit 26 billion yuan by 2030 at an annual compound growth rate (CGR) of 8.5%. This growth is primarily driven by increasing demand for polyurea materials across sectors including building waterproofing, sports facilities, and industrial corrosion protection.

The structure of supply and demand was optimized and upgraded

1. Supply Side: Between 2025 and 2030, Chinas polyurea industry is expected to demonstrate robust growth momentum. With the gradual release of new production capacity and optimization upgrades to existing facilities, raw material supply will become more stable and reliable. The domestic polyurea raw material supply remains abundant and price-stable, with price fluctuations of key raw materials MDI and TDI having minimal impact on the industry.
2. Demand-side: With sustained growth, the market size is projected to reach approximately 15 billion yuan, achieving a compound annual growth rate exceeding 10%. In the building decoration sector, polyurea holds about 35% market share; sports facilities account for 25%; while infrastructure construction represents 40%. The market structure is progressively shifting toward higher value-added sectors. By 2030, new high-performance polyurea products are expected to capture 15% of the total market share, emerging as a new growth driver for the industry.

Regional market development is uneven but the gap is narrowing

1. Eastern China: The market size continues to expand, and is expected to reach about 4.5 billion yuan by 2030, with an annual growth rate of about 28.6% from 2025. The eastern region has a developed economy and complete infrastructure construction, and the demand for polyurea materials is relatively stable with an obvious trend of high-end development.
2. Central China: The market is demonstrating sustained growth momentum, with the market size projected to increase from approximately RMB 4.5 billion in 2025 to about RMB 7.8 billion by 2030, representing an annual compound growth rate of approximately 11.3%. The robust demand in infrastructure development, industrial manufacturing, and construction sectors across central China is driving the expansion of the polyurea market.
3. Western Region: The market size continues to expand, projected to reach approximately RMB 15 billion by 2030—a 50% increase from 2025—with an average annual growth rate maintained at around 12%. As the government intensifies support for western regional development and infrastructure projects advance, the polyurea market is poised to unlock substantial growth potential.

In summary, the polyurea market in 2025 will be shaped by multiple intertwined factors, while demonstrating positive trends of scale expansion, supply-demand structure optimization, and regional coordinated development. Within this market environment, enterprises should continuously enhance technical capabilities, optimize product portfolios, and improve service systems to adapt to market changes and seize development opportunities.