| Product Code: ETC6756479 | Publication Date: Sep 2024 | Updated Date: Apr 2026 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Vasudha | No. of Pages: 75 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 20 |
China waterborne coatings import market in 2024 continued to see significant contributions from top exporters such as Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, USA, and Germany. The market concentration, as measured by the Herfindahl-Hirschman Index (HHI), remained high, indicating a relatively consolidated market landscape. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2020 to 2024 stood at a healthy 5.78%, with a notable growth spike of 10.22% from 2023 to 2024. This data suggests a robust and dynamic market for waterborne coatings imports in China, driven by key exporting countries.

1 Executive Summary |
2 Introduction |
2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.2 Report Description |
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3 China Waterborne Coatings Market Overview |
3.1 China Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 China Waterborne Coatings Market Revenues & Volume, 2022 & 2032F |
3.3 China Waterborne Coatings Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 China Waterborne Coatings Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 China Waterborne Coatings Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Resin Type, 2022 & 2032F |
3.6 China Waterborne Coatings Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application, 2022 & 2032F |
4 China Waterborne Coatings Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing environmental regulations promoting the use of eco-friendly coatings. |
4.2.2 Growing construction and infrastructure development activities in China. |
4.2.3 Rising awareness among consumers about the benefits of waterborne coatings over solvent-based coatings. |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 High initial costs associated with waterborne coatings compared to solvent-based coatings. |
4.3.2 Limited availability of raw materials for manufacturing waterborne coatings. |
4.3.3 Lack of awareness and education among end-users about the advantages of waterborne coatings. |
5 China Waterborne Coatings Market Trends |
6 China Waterborne Coatings Market, By Types |
6.1 China Waterborne Coatings Market, By Resin Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 China Waterborne Coatings Market Revenues & Volume, By Resin Type, 2022 - 2032F |
6.1.3 China Waterborne Coatings Market Revenues & Volume, By Acrylic, 2022 - 2032F |
6.1.4 China Waterborne Coatings Market Revenues & Volume, By Polyurethane (PU), 2022 - 2032F |
6.1.5 China Waterborne Coatings Market Revenues & Volume, By Epoxy, 2022 - 2032F |
6.1.6 China Waterborne Coatings Market Revenues & Volume, By Alkyd, 2022 - 2032F |
6.1.7 China Waterborne Coatings Market Revenues & Volume, By Polyester, 2022 - 2032F |
6.1.8 China Waterborne Coatings Market Revenues & Volume, By Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE), 2022 - 2032F |
6.1.9 China Waterborne Coatings Market Revenues & Volume, By Polyvinylidene Fluoride (PVDF), 2022 - 2032F |
6.1.10 China Waterborne Coatings Market Revenues & Volume, By Polyvinylidene Fluoride (PVDF), 2022 - 2032F |
6.2 China Waterborne Coatings Market, By Application |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 China Waterborne Coatings Market Revenues & Volume, By Architectural, 2022 - 2032F |
6.2.3 China Waterborne Coatings Market Revenues & Volume, By General Industrial, 2022 - 2032F |
6.2.4 China Waterborne Coatings Market Revenues & Volume, By Automotive OEM, 2022 - 2032F |
6.2.5 China Waterborne Coatings Market Revenues & Volume, By Metal Packaging, 2022 - 2032F |
6.2.6 China Waterborne Coatings Market Revenues & Volume, By Protective Coatings, 2022 - 2032F |
6.2.7 China Waterborne Coatings Market Revenues & Volume, By Automotive Refinish, 2022 - 2032F |
6.2.8 China Waterborne Coatings Market Revenues & Volume, By Marine, 2022 - 2032F |
6.2.9 China Waterborne Coatings Market Revenues & Volume, By Marine, 2022 - 2032F |
7 China Waterborne Coatings Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 China Waterborne Coatings Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 China Waterborne Coatings Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 China Waterborne Coatings Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Percentage of companies transitioning from solvent-based coatings to waterborne coatings. |
8.2 Number of new construction projects opting for waterborne coatings. |
8.3 Growth in research and development investments in the waterborne coatings sector. |
8.4 Adoption rate of waterborne coatings in key industries such as automotive and furniture manufacturing. |
8.5 Environmental impact assessments showcasing the benefits of using waterborne coatings. |
9 China Waterborne Coatings Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 China Waterborne Coatings Market Opportunity Assessment, By Resin Type, 2022 & 2032F |
9.2 China Waterborne Coatings Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2022 & 2032F |
10 China Waterborne Coatings Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 China Waterborne Coatings Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2025 |
10.2 China Waterborne Coatings Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |
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