According to projections, the construction chemical market in India is expected to surge from USD 4.88 billion in 2025 to USD 17.33 billion by 2035, at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 13.4%. This growth isn’t just about numbers, it reflects a fundamental shift in how India is building its cities, infrastructure, and future.

India’s construction sector is poised for a transformative decade, and at the heart of this transformation lies the rapidly growing construction chemical industry. With the Indian government emphasizing robust infrastructure development, sustainable housing, and smart urban planning, the need for advanced materials that improve durability, reduce costs, and promote sustainability is at an all-time high.

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In India’s geographically diverse landscape, regional building substrates and microclimatic variables play a critical role in determining the long-term performance of construction chemicals. From curing efficiency to adhesion properties, these subtleties are reshaping product development strategies and procurement decisions. Stakeholders who fail to factor in these regional dynamics risk underperformance, increased maintenance costs, and reduced lifecycle value of infrastructure investments.

Key Takeaways from the Construction Chemical Industry Analysis in India

• The construction chemical industry in India grew at a CAGR of 5.4% between 2020 and 2024.
• By 2025, the plaster segment is projected to contribute 33.9% of the market share by product type.
• The infrastructure segment is expected to hold a 64.1% market share by application in 2025.
• North India is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of 13.4%, reaching a market value of USD 4,705.4 million by 2035.
• East India is projected to experience the fastest growth at a CAGR of 14.2% from 2025 to 2035, with sales estimated at USD 1,516.4 million by 2035.

𝐒𝐮𝐛𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐂𝐡𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐌𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐥𝐬

Across India, regional building practices and material choices vary significantly. In northern states like Uttar Pradesh and Haryana, fly ash bricks encouraged by sustainability policies are now widely used in large-scale residential and industrial construction. These bricks, while environmentally preferable, possess different porosity and chemical composition compared to traditional fired clay bricks. Such differences impact the interaction between bricks and surface treatments like waterproofing membranes, plasters, or bonding agents.

In contrast, states such as Kerala and Goa often utilize laterite stones due to local availability, while the northeastern states rely more on timber-frame structures and composite masonry. These variations have profound implications on the performance of chemical admixtures and coatings.

𝐌𝐢𝐜𝐫𝐨𝐜𝐥𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐜 𝐈𝐧𝐟𝐥𝐮𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐨𝐧 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭 𝐏𝐞𝐫𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞

India’s climatic zones ranging from the arid landscapes of Rajasthan to the humid coastlines of Tamil Nadu—pose varying challenges for construction chemical performance. Curing time, moisture sensitivity, and thermal expansion properties of construction additives and sealants can behave unpredictably if not matched with local weather conditions.

𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲 𝐓𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐃𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐬

India’s regulatory landscape is also starting to favor performance-based construction chemical selection. Recent updates in Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) codes, along with green building certifications such as GRIHA and IGBC, are placing more emphasis on lifecycle performance, VOC emissions, and climate adaptability. As these frameworks mature, they are compelling manufacturers to demonstrate the contextual relevance of their products.

For instance, upcoming infrastructure projects under the Smart Cities Mission now require compliance with guidelines on climate-resilient materials. This has encouraged larger players to develop climate-mapped product portfolios, further accelerating the shift from generic to engineered construction chemicals. As performance additives in cement and admixtures become more tailored to location-specific needs, downstream demand is aligning more closely with regional application trends than national averages.

Leading Construction Chemical Brands in India

• Pidilite Industries Ltd.
• Dow Inc.
• Asian Paints Ltd.
• Fosroc Chemicals India Pvt. Ltd.
• Berger Paints India Ltd.
• BASF SE
• Saint-Gobain S.A.
• ACC Ltd.
• Sika AG
• Ultratech Cement
• Thermax Ltd.

Key Segments of Industry Report

By Product Type:

A few product types included in the study are concrete admixture, waterproofing chemicals, adhesives and grouts, sealants, repair and rehabilitation, flooring compounds, protective coatings, plaster, and asphalt additives. Concrete admixtures are further segregated into plasticizer, accelerator, retarder, and air entrained.

Waterproofing chemicals are divided into bitumen, polyurea, self-leveling system (cementitious and epoxy), PVC, EPDM, TPO, PTFE, silicon, acrylic polymer, styrene-butadiene, cementitious membrane, PU membrane (liquid-applied membrane), crystalline, and additives. Adhesives and grouts cover tile adhesive (cementitious and dispersion and resin), tile grouts (cementitious and epoxy), and masonry mortar and plaster.

By Application:

Infrastructure, commercial and industrial, and residential are the key application areas.

By Region:

Regions considered in the study include North India, West India, South India, and East India.

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