What are anionic polyacrylamides?

Anionic polyacrylamides (PAMs) are a class of synthetic water-soluble polymers (composed of long chains of acrylamide monomer) used as flocculants. They are available in dry powder form, liquid emulsion, and gelatinous blocks.

Why did polyacrylamide price drop in Germany in Q4 2023?

The abundance of stocks and reduced trading activity led to price drops, reflecting a broader regional trend of supply exceeding demand. The price trend for polyacrylamide in Germany for Q4 2023, reached 3670 USD/MT in December.

What is IMARC's new polyacrylamide pricing report 2024?

IMARC’s newly published report, titled “ Polyacrylamide Pricing Report 2024: Price Trend, Chart, Market Analysis, News, Demand, Historical and Forecast Data,” offers an in-depth analysis of polyacrylamide pricing, covering an analysis of global and regional market trends and the critical factors driving these price movements.

What is the global polyacrylamide market size?

The global polyacrylamide market size reached US$ 5.5 Billion in 2023. By 2032, IMARC Group expects the market to reach US$ 8.9 Billion, at a projected CAGR of 5.30% during 2023-2032. There is an increase in the employment of polyacrylamide in the cosmetics sector to stabilize products and bind ingredients.

Is acrylamide soluble in water?

Polyacrylamide is an acrylic resin that has the unique property of being soluble in water. It is produced by the polymerization of acrylamide, a compound obtained by the hydration of acrylonitrile. It is a relatively inexpensive polymer that is easily formulated to high molecular weights on the order of several million g/mol.

What is polyacrylamide used for?

Polyacrylamide is widely used in enhanced oil recovery (EOR) techniques to improve oil extraction efficiency. It serves as a fracturing fluid additive, and its function is to open the passage of rocks and allow oil to flow through. Polyacrylamide is also becoming increasingly popular in the water treatment processes.