Concrete Retarders Market Size and Share

Concrete Retarders Market (2025 - 2030)

Concrete Retarders Market Analysis by Mordor Intelligence

The Concrete Retarders Market size is estimated at USD 4.19 billion in 2025, and is expected to reach USD 5.53 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 5.67% during the forecast period (2025-2030). Demand growth stems from complex infrastructure projects that require extended working hours, the wider adoption of ready-mix concrete transported over longer distances, and stringent sustainability codes that favor low-heat mixes. Asia-Pacific dominates value generation, supported by mega-transport corridors and rapid urbanization. Liquid formulations gain preference because automated batch plants require precise dosing, while powder variants remain relevant in remote or storage-sensitive projects. Rising raw-material cost volatility and divergent regional cement chemistries temper momentum but also stimulate innovation in synthetic chemistries and digital quality management systems.

Key Report Takeaways

  • By form, liquid products led the Concrete Retarders market with a 58.43% market share in 2024 and are projected to expand at a 5.81% CAGR through 2030.
  • By end-use, infrastructure captured a 39.14% revenue share in 2024, while residential construction is growing at the fastest rate, with a 6.77% CAGR to 2030.
  • By geography, the Asia-Pacific region held 40.52% of the Concrete Retarders market in 2024 and is expected to advance at a 5.91% CAGR through 2030.

Segment Analysis

By Form: Liquid Dominance Driven by Precision Demands

Liquid products held a 58.43% market share of the concrete retarders market in 2024, owing to their compatibility with automated batch plants and accurate dosage. The segment is projected to outpace overall growth with a 5.81% CAGR to 2030, capturing additional share in high-volume ready-mix networks. The expansion of the concrete retarders market size for liquid formulations also benefits from the increasing adoption of IoT-linked dispensing pumps, which guarantee uniform admixture distribution.

Liquid chemistries dissolve rapidly and prevent particulate segregation, delivering homogeneous set control across mass pours. Their compatibility with evolving polycarboxylate superplasticizers enhances performance in low-water mixes. Powder products remain viable for remote sites lacking liquid storage infrastructure and in regions where transport cost per kilogram favors dry goods. This niche demand stabilizes powder revenue, though it grows more slowly than the broader concrete retarders market.

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By End-Use Sector: Infrastructure Leadership Amid Residential Acceleration

Infrastructure registered 39.14% revenue in 2024, reflecting projects such as mega roads, metros, and hydropower dams that require long set-up times. The segment uses advanced quality assurance protocols that specify premium retarder blends, reinforcing supplier relationships with large EPC contractors. The concrete retarders market size in infrastructure will track national stimulus budgets, particularly in the Asia-Pacific region. 

Residential construction is expected to exhibit the fastest 6.77% CAGR through 2030, as precast panels, decorative floors, and energy-efficient homes become mainstream. Controlled placement windows facilitate the execution of architectural finishes and complex formwork. Suppliers launch odor-free, low-VOC lines suitable for indoor use, enabling them to penetrate multi-family high-rise projects. The commercial and industrial segments post steady demand, anchored by warehouse automation builds and data center expansions that adopt consistent batching methodologies.

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Geography Analysis

The Asia-Pacific region accounted for 40.52% of the concrete retarders market in 2024 and is projected to grow at a 5.91% CAGR through 2030. Governments in India and Indonesia fund road and port networks, while China advances urban rail and industrial clusters. Multinational admixture vendors expand regional plants to reduce lead times, and local firms license global chemistries to comply with national product standards. Hot climates accelerate set, making retarders a default specification for daytime pours.

North America maintains a robust demand through federal infrastructure rehabilitation. Ready-mix fleets integrate telematics and slump monitoring, driving uptake of digital-compatible retarders. Sustainability initiatives promote the use of low-carbon concrete blends in coastal flood-protection projects, thereby reinforcing demand for specialty formulations. Europe exhibits moderate value growth but outsized innovation, spearheading the development of low-heat and zero-carbon concrete standards that prompt suppliers to adopt bio-based molecules and provide full life-cycle disclosures.

The Middle East and Africa experience emerging opportunities where extreme temperatures necessitate sophisticated set-control. Mega developments in Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates are adopting performance-based concrete specifications that feature liquid retarders. South America advances urban mobility and housing programs, supporting incremental uptake. Regional cement chemistries vary widely, encouraging customized technical service and co-formulation partnerships.

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Competitive Landscape

The Concrete Retarders Market is moderately concentrated. Global leading companies command notable positions through integrated distribution and strong technical advisory teams. They add regional production lines to localize supply and hedge currency risks. Pricing dynamics reflect raw-material volatility. Suppliers with captive lignosulfonate or synthetic capability cushion cost spikes, while smaller firms face margin squeeze. Long-term contracts with ready-mix majors improve visibility and reinforce switching barriers. Market concentration remains moderate.

Concrete Retarders Industry Leaders

  1. RPM International Inc.

  2. Saint-Gobain

  3. Sika AG

  4. MAPEI S.p.A.

  5. Jiangsu Subote New Material Co., Ltd.

  6. *Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
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Recent Industry Developments

  • February 2025: Saint-Gobain completed the acquisition of FOSROC, Inc., a global construction chemicals player. This represents another important step in establishing Saint-Gobain’s worldwide presence in construction chemicals, including concrete retarders.
  • May 2023: Sika completed the acquisition of MBCC Group to expand its footprint across all regions, reinforce its range of products and services, including concrete retarders, throughout the entire construction life cycle.

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Table of Contents for Concrete Retarders Industry Report

1. Introduction

  • 1.1 Study Assumptions and Market Definition
  • 1.2 Scope of the Study

2. Research Methodology

3. Executive Summary

4. Market Landscape

  • 4.1 Market Overview
  • 4.2 Market Drivers
    • 4.2.1 Rising infrastructure spending in the Asia-Pacific region
    • 4.2.2 Growth of ready-mix concrete with longer haul distances
    • 4.2.3 Strict sustainability codes favouring low-heat mixes
    • 4.2.4 Digital batch-plant optimisation demanding dosage flexibility
    • 4.2.5 Adoption in 3-D-printed concrete formulations
  • 4.3 Market Restraints
    • 4.3.1 Volatile pulp and sugar prices impacting raw-material costs
    • 4.3.2 Diverse cement chemistries causing performance variability
    • 4.3.3 Tight limits on set time in hot climates
    • 4.3.4 Geographic concentration of lignosulfonate supply
  • 4.4 Value Chain Analysis
  • 4.5 Regulatory Landscape
  • 4.6 Porter’s Five Forces
    • 4.6.1 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
    • 4.6.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers
    • 4.6.3 Threat of New Entrants
    • 4.6.4 Threat of Substitutes
    • 4.6.5 Competitive Rivalry

5. Market Size and Growth Forecasts (Value)

  • 5.1 By Form
    • 5.1.1 Liquid
    • 5.1.2 Powder
  • 5.2 By End-Use Sector
    • 5.2.1 Commercial
    • 5.2.2 Industrial and Institutional
    • 5.2.3 Infrastructure
    • 5.2.4 Residential
  • 5.3 By Geography
    • 5.3.1 Asia-Pacific
    • 5.3.1.1 Australia
    • 5.3.1.2 China
    • 5.3.1.3 India
    • 5.3.1.4 Indonesia
    • 5.3.1.5 Japan
    • 5.3.1.6 Malaysia
    • 5.3.1.7 South Korea
    • 5.3.1.8 Thailand
    • 5.3.1.9 Vietnam
    • 5.3.1.10 Rest of Asia-Pacific
    • 5.3.2 North America
    • 5.3.2.1 Canada
    • 5.3.2.2 Mexico
    • 5.3.2.3 United States
    • 5.3.3 Europe
    • 5.3.3.1 France
    • 5.3.3.2 Germany
    • 5.3.3.3 Italy
    • 5.3.3.4 Russia
    • 5.3.3.5 Spain
    • 5.3.3.6 United Kingdom
    • 5.3.3.7 Rest of Europe
    • 5.3.4 South America
    • 5.3.4.1 Argentina
    • 5.3.4.2 Brazil
    • 5.3.4.3 Rest of South America
    • 5.3.5 Middle East and Africa
    • 5.3.5.1 Saudi Arabia
    • 5.3.5.2 United Arab Emirates
    • 5.3.5.3 Rest of Middle East and Africa

6. Competitive Landscape

  • 6.1 Market Concentration
  • 6.2 Strategic Moves
  • 6.3 Market Share (%)/Ranking Analysis
  • 6.4 Company Profiles (includes Global level Overview, Market level overview, Core Segments, Financials as available, Strategic Information, Market Rank/Share for key companies, Products and Services, and Recent Developments)
    • 6.4.1 CEMEX S.A.B. de C.V.
    • 6.4.2 Jiangsu Subote New Material Co. Ltd.
    • 6.4.3 Kao Corporation
    • 6.4.4 MAPEI S.p.A.
    • 6.4.5 Sika AG
    • 6.4.6 MC-Bauchemie
    • 6.4.7 RPM International Inc.
    • 6.4.8 Saint-Gobain
    • 6.4.9 Arkema (Bostik)
    • 6.4.10 HA-BE BETONCHEMIE
    • 6.4.11 MUHU (China) Construction Materials Co., Ltd.
    • 6.4.12 CMB
    • 6.4.13 INSUMAT
    • 6.4.14 Don Construction Products
    • 6.4.15 CICO Technologies Ltd.

7. Market Opportunities and Future Outlook

  • 7.1 White-space and unmet-need assessment

8. Key Strategic Questions for CEOs

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  2. SPENDING ON INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECTS, USD, GLOBAL, 2018 - 2030
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  2. FLOOR AREA OF NEW RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION, SQUARE FEET, GLOBAL, 2018 - 2030
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  2. VALUE OF RETARDER CONCRETE ADMIXTURES CONSUMED, USD, GLOBAL, 2018 - 2030
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Global Concrete Retarders Market Report Scope

Commercial, Industrial and Institutional, Infrastructure, Residential are covered as segments by End Use Sector. Asia-Pacific, Europe, Middle East and Africa, North America, South America are covered as segments by Region.
By Form
Liquid
Powder
By End-Use Sector
Commercial
Industrial and Institutional
Infrastructure
Residential
By Geography
Asia-Pacific Australia
China
India
Indonesia
Japan
Malaysia
South Korea
Thailand
Vietnam
Rest of Asia-Pacific
North America Canada
Mexico
United States
Europe France
Germany
Italy
Russia
Spain
United Kingdom
Rest of Europe
South America Argentina
Brazil
Rest of South America
Middle East and Africa Saudi Arabia
United Arab Emirates
Rest of Middle East and Africa
By Form Liquid
Powder
By End-Use Sector Commercial
Industrial and Institutional
Infrastructure
Residential
By Geography Asia-Pacific Australia
China
India
Indonesia
Japan
Malaysia
South Korea
Thailand
Vietnam
Rest of Asia-Pacific
North America Canada
Mexico
United States
Europe France
Germany
Italy
Russia
Spain
United Kingdom
Rest of Europe
South America Argentina
Brazil
Rest of South America
Middle East and Africa Saudi Arabia
United Arab Emirates
Rest of Middle East and Africa
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Market Definition

  • END-USE SECTOR - Concrete retarder admixtures consumed in the construction sectors such as commercial, residential, industrial, institutional, and infrastructure are considered under the scope of the study.
  • PRODUCT/APPLICATION - Under the scope of the study, the consumption of water-based and solvent-based concrete retarders are considered.
Keyword Definition
Accelerator Accelerators are admixtures used to fasten the setting time of concrete by increasing the initial rate and speeding up the chemical reaction between cement and the mixing water. These are used to harden and increase the strength of concrete quickly.
Acrylic This synthetic resin is a derivative of acrylic acid. It forms a smooth surface and is mainly used for various indoor applications. The material can also be used for outdoor applications with a special formulation.
Adhesives Adhesives are bonding agents used to join materials by gluing. Adhesives can be used in construction for many applications, such as carpet laying, ceramic tiles, countertop lamination, etc.
Air Entraining Admixture Air-entraining admixtures are used to improve the performance and durability of concrete. Once added, they create uniformly distributed small air bubbles to impart enhanced properties to the fresh and hardened concrete.
Alkyd Alkyds are used in solvent-based paints such as construction and automotive paints, traffic paints, flooring resins, protective coatings for concrete, etc. Alkyd resins are formed by the reaction of an oil (fatty acid), a polyunsaturated alcohol (Polyol), and a polyunsaturated acid or anhydride.
Anchors and Grouts Anchors and grouts are construction chemicals that stabilize and improve the strength and durability of foundations and structures like buildings, bridges, dams, etc.
Cementitious Fixing Cementitious fixing is a process in which a cement-based grout is pumped under pressure to fill forms, voids, and cracks. It can be used in several settings, including bridges, marine applications, dams, and rock anchors.
Commercial Construction Commercial construction comprises new construction of warehouses, malls, shops, offices, hotels, restaurants, cinemas, theatres, etc.
Concrete Admixtures Concrete admixtures comprise water reducers, air entrainers, retarders, accelerators, superplasticizers, etc., added to concrete before or during mixing to modify its properties.
Concrete Protective Coatings To provide specific protection, such as anti-carbonation or chemical resistance, a film-forming protective coat can be applied on the surface. Depending on the applications, different resins like epoxy, polyurethane, and acrylic can be used for concrete protective coatings.
Curing Compounds Curing compounds are used to cure the surface of concrete structures, including columns, beams, slabs, and others. These curing compounds keep the moisture inside the concrete to give maximum strength and durability.
Epoxy Epoxy is known for its strong adhesive qualities, making it a versatile product in many industries. It resists heat and chemical applications, making it an ideal product for anyone needing a stronghold under pressure. It is widely used in adhesives, electrical and electronics, paints, etc.
Fiber Wrapping Systems Fiber Wrapping Systems are a part of construction repair and rehabilitation chemicals. It involves the strengthening of existing structures by wrapping structural members like beams and columns with glass or carbon fiber sheets.
Flooring Resins Flooring resins are synthetic materials applied to floors to enhance their appearance, increase their resistance to wear and tear or provide protection from chemicals, moisture, and stains. Depending on the desired properties and the specific application, flooring resins are available in distinct types, such as epoxy, polyurethane, and acrylic.
High-Range Water Reducer (Super Plasticizer) High-range water reducers are a type of concrete admixture that provides enhanced and improved properties when added to concrete. These are also called superplasticizers and are used to decrease the water-to-cement ratio in concrete.
Hot Melt Adhesives Hot-melt adhesives are thermoplastic bonding materials applied as melts that achieve a solid state and resultant strength on cooling. They are commonly used for packaging, coatings, sanitary products, and tapes.
Industrial and Institutional Construction Industrial and institutional construction includes new construction of hospitals, schools, manufacturing units, energy and power plants, etc.
Infrastructure Construction Infrastructure construction includes new construction of railways, roads, seaways, airports, bridges, highways, etc.
Injection Grouting The process of injecting grout into open joints, cracks, voids, or honeycombs in concrete or masonry structural members is known as injection grouting. It offers several benefits, such as strengthening a structure and preventing water infiltration.
Liquid-Applied Waterproofing Membranes Liquid-Applied membrane is a monolithic, fully bonded, liquid-based coating suitable for many waterproofing applications. The coating cures to form a rubber-like elastomeric waterproof membrane and may be applied over many substrates, including asphalt, bitumen, and concrete.
Micro-concrete Mortars Micro-concrete mortar is made up of cement, water-based resin, additives, mineral pigments, and polymers and can be applied on both horizontal and vertical surfaces. It can be used to refurbish residential complexes, commercial spaces, etc.
Modified Mortars Modified Mortars include Portland cement and sand along with latex/polymer additives. The additives increase adhesion, strength, and shock resistance while also reducing water absorption.
Mold Release Agents Mold release agents are sprayed or coated on the surface of molds to prevent a substrate from bonding to a molding surface. Several types of mold release agents, including silicone, lubricant, wax, fluorocarbons, and others, are used based on the type of substrates, including metals, steel, wood, rubber, plastic, and others.
Polyaspartic Polyaspartic is a subset of polyurea. Polyaspartic floor coatings are typically two-part systems that consist of a resin and a catalyst to ease the curing process. It offers high durability and can withstand harsh environments.
Polyurethane Polyurethane is a plastic material that exists in various forms. It can be tailored to be either rigid or flexible and is the material of choice for a broad range of end-user applications, such as adhesives, coatings, building insulation, etc.
Reactive Adhesives A reactive adhesive is made of monomers that react in the adhesive curing process and do not evaporate from the film during use. Instead, these volatile components become chemically incorporated into the adhesive.
Rebar Protectors In concrete structures, rebar is one of the important components, and its deterioration due to corrosion is a major issue that affects the safety, durability, and life span of buildings and structures. For this reason, rebar protectors are used to protect against degrading effects, especially in infrastructure and industrial construction.
Repair and Rehabilitation Chemicals Repair and Rehabilitation Chemicals include repair mortars, injection grouting materials, fiber wrapping systems, micro-concrete mortars, etc., used to repair and restore existing buildings and structures.
Residential Construction Residential construction involves constructing new houses or spaces like condominiums, villas, and landed homes.
Resin Fixing The process of using resins like epoxy and polyurethane for grouting applications is called resin fixing. Resin fixing offers several advantages, such as high compressive and tensile strength, negligible shrinkage, and greater chemical resistance compared to cementitious fixing.
Retarder Retarders are admixtures used to slow down the setting time of concrete. These are usually added with a dosage rate of around 0.2% -0.6% by weight of cement. These admixtures slow down hydration or lower the rate at which water penetrates the cement particles by making concrete workable for a long time.
Sealants A sealant is a viscous material that has little or no flow qualities, which causes it to remain on surfaces where they are applied. Sealants can also be thinner, enabling penetration to a certain substance through capillary action.
Sheet Waterproofing Membranes Sheet membrane systems are reliable and durable thermoplastic waterproofing solutions that are used for waterproofing applications even in the most demanding below-ground structures, including those exposed to highly aggressive ground conditions and stress.
Shrinkage Reducing Admixture Shrinkage-reducing admixtures are used to reduce concrete shrinkage, whether from drying or self-desiccation.
Silicone Silicone is a polymer that contains silicon combined with carbon, hydrogen, oxygen, and, in some cases, other elements. It is an inert synthetic compound that comes in various forms, such as oil, rubber, and resin. Due to its heat-resistant properties, it finds applications in sealants, adhesives, lubricants, etc.
Solvent-borne Adhesives Solvent-borne adhesives are mixtures of solvents and thermoplastic or slightly cross-linked polymers such as polychloroprene, polyurethane, acrylic, silicone, and natural and synthetic rubbers.
Surface Treatment Chemicals Surface treatment chemicals are chemicals used to treat concrete surfaces, including roofs, vertical surfaces, and others. They act as curing compounds, demolding agents, rust removers, and others. They are cost-effective and can be used on roadways, pavements, parking lots, and others.
Viscosity Modifier Viscosity Modifiers are concrete admixtures used to change various properties of admixtures, including viscosity, workability, cohesiveness, and others. These are usually added with a dosage of around 0.01% to 0.1% by weight of cement.
Water Reducer Water reducers, also called plasticizers, are a type of admixture used to decrease the water-to-cement ratio in the concrete, thereby increasing the durability and strength of concrete. Various water reducers include refined lignosulfonates, gluconates, hydroxycarboxylic acids, sugar acids, and others.
Water-borne Adhesives Water-borne adhesives use water as a carrier or diluting medium to disperse resin. They are set by allowing the water to evaporate or be absorbed by the substrate. These adhesives are compounded with water as a dilutant rather than a volatile organic solvent.
Waterproofing Chemicals Waterproofing chemicals are designed to protect a surface from the perils of leakage. A waterproofing chemical is a protective coating or primer applied to a structure's roof, retaining walls, or basement.
Waterproofing Membranes Waterproofing membranes are liquid-applied or self-adhering layers of water-tight materials that prevent water from penetrating or damaging a structure when applied to roofs, walls, foundations, basements, bathrooms, and other areas exposed to moisture or water.
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