UAE Specialty Coatings Market Research Report: Forecast (2025-2030)

Market Definition

Specialty coatings are the protective chemical agents applied to the outer surfaces of different equipment to protect them from harsh environmental conditions, such as corrosion, abrasion, ultraviolet rays, fire, etc.

Market Insights & Analysis: UAE Specialty Coatings Market (2025-30):

The UAE Specialty Coatings Market size is valued at around USD 136.92 million in 2025 and is projected to reach USD 211 million by 2030. Along with this, the market is estimated to grow at a CAGR of around 9.03% during the forecast period, i.e., 2025-30. The UAE Specialty Coatings Market is significantly growing due to several growth factors, including rapid urbanization, infrastructure development, the well-established oil & gas industry in the country, the large volumes of machinery and equipment exposed to harsh environmental conditions, the adoption of sustainability in the production methods of specialty chemicals, etc.

One of the most prominent growth factors is the rising expansion of the manufacturing facilities in the country to produce specialty chemicals locally, without dependence on international markets. Additionally, the improved trading between international countries and the UAE is offering ample growth opportunities for the market players to grow further. Also, the demand is rising from the power generation and energy sectors in the UAE, due to the upgradation of aging infrastructure in the country, which has a huge quantity of metal equipment, requiring the application of specialty coatings.

Moreover, the rapidly growing paper-producing industry in the country, which operates based on heavy-duty machines, such as pulping tools, boilers, heat-exchangers, etc., which are in direct contact with water and chemicals for long durations, is increasing the demand for specialty coatings. Furthermore, the adoption of green and biodegradable specialty coatings is actively transforming the market growth. However, the high dependence on imports and volatile prices of raw materials are hindering the growth & expansion of the UAE Specialty Coatings Industry.

UAE Specialty Coatings Market Scope:

UAE Specialty Coatings Market Driver:

High Volume of Metal Equipment & Machinery in Oil & Gas Sector – The market growth is driven by the high risks of degradation to the oil and gas equipment and machinery, as the UAE is the oil & gas production hub all around the world, which consists of high volumes of metal equipment and machinery, such as storage tanks, pipelines, rigs, refineries, etc. For instance, one of the largest oil & gas manufacturers in the UAE, called Emirates Refinery, has an annual production capacity of about 7,000 metric tons, including mineral oils, synthetic oils, base oils, and many more, which has a substantial count of machines, exposed to harsh environments, and increasing market growth. This is due to the continuous exposure to harsh environments like high temperatures, adverse humidity, harsh chemicals, and acids. As a result, the companies are readily adopting specialty coatings to prevent their equipment and metal surfaces from these kinds of damage.

UAE Specialty Coatings Market Challenge:

Unavailability of Required Raw Materials – The market growth is hindered by the high dependence on imports from international markets, such as China, India, South Korea, Nigeria, Europe, etc., for raw materials to produce specialty chemicals in the country, which includes epoxy, resins, etc. On average, in 2023, about 4 million Kg of acrylic-based raw materials were imported to the UAE from other countries. Additionally, the price of raw materials is highly fluctuating, and frequent policy changes by the country’s government increase the overall costs of the raw materials to be imported, which leads to supply chain disruptions, ultimately causing losses to manufacturers. For instance, in 2024, the Anti-Money Laundering and KYC rules reintroduced by the UAE government include careful observations and verifications of the transactions above USD15,000, which delays the delivery time, thus restraining the market growth & expansion.

UAE Specialty Coatings Market Trend:

Inclination Towards Sustainable Specialty Coatings Solutions – The market landscape is changing due to the incorporation of sustainable raw materials in the formulations of the specialty chemicals, which are increasing their efficiency, low chemical usage, high durability, longer lifespan, etc., as compared to the traditional inhibitors, thus uplifting the market size & volume.

Several companies, such as AkzoNobel UAE Paints LLC, Delta Coatings International, RAK Paints LLC, etc., are actively utilizing these sustainable specialty coatings, which are environmentally friendly and support the sustainable goals of the country. For instance, Seal Coatings (2025) unveiled sustainable coatings with advanced formulations. Similarly, in 2024, AkzoNobel UAE Paints LLC produced Bisphenol-A Non-Intentional (BPA)-free specialty coatings in the country. These kinds of efforts are actively transforming the market growth trajectory.

UAE Specialty Coatings Market (2025-30): Segmentation Analysis

The UAE Specialty Coatings Market study of MarkNtel Advisors evaluates & highlights the major trends and influencing factors in each segment. It includes predictions for the period 2025–2030 at the national level. Based on the analysis, the market has been further classified as:

Based on Product Type:

• Epoxy Coatings
• Polyurethane Coatings
• Fluoropolymer Coatings
• Acrylic Coatings
• Silicone Coatings
• Alkyd Coatings
• Others

Out of these, the acrylic coatings are leading the market segment based on product type, accounting for more than 45% market share. The dominance is due to the high efficiency, versatility, durability, longevity, and anti-corrosive capacities of these kinds of coatings over other types, thus a highly preferred product type in this market. Additionally, these are highly cost-effective, which increases their affordability among a wide range of end users. For instance, the acrylic coatings cost around USD2-USD5 per liter, while those of other coatings, such as Polyurethane coatings valued over USD25-USD30 per liter, showing the cost-effectiveness of acrylic coatings.

Moreover, these agents have a wide range of applications in various industries such as construction, automotive, transport, electronics, and many more. This is due to the strong protective abilities of these coatings with plastics, glass, wood, metals, etc., contributing to the dominance of acrylic coatings in this growing & expanding market.

Based on Application:

• Industrial
  • Manufacturing
  • Automotive
  • Energy
  • Marine
  • Aerospace
  • Electronics
• Commercial
  • Infrastructure
  • Building
• Residential

Among these, the industrial segment holds the largest market share of more than 48%. This segment is leading due to the rapid growth of industrialization in the country, which uses a substantial amount of equipment and machinery, raising the demand for specialty coatings for their protection from harsh conditions. Additionally, the UAE government is heavily investing in the development of its industrial sector. For instance, the UAE government introduced Operation 300Bn, promoting the industrial sector in the country, with an investment of about USD17 billion in 2025 by the Emirates Development Bank.

Such kinds of efforts have increased the number of heavy machines and equipment in the country, which has ultimately raised the demand for specialty coatings. Therefore, on average, the annual industrial coatings usage in the UAE is about 100 million liters, which shows its dominance in the market.

UAE Specialty Coatings Industry Recent Development:

• 2024: National Paints Company, according to Coatings World, introduced a new eco-conscious product, Rush Coat Epoxy Primer for protective systems.

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