Acrylic Road Marking Paint — Manufacturers & Price Guide | Wholesale & OEM
Practical supplier and price reference for transport authorities, contractors, procurement teams and distributors. Includes manufacturer examples, retail vs bulk pricing guidance, packaging, OEM options and a sample inquiry/RFP template.
Quick summary
Acrylic (waterborne) road marking paint is widely used for line marking on asphalt and concrete due to its fast dry time, good adhesion and lower VOC versions. Prices vary widely by packaging, quality and volume — retail cans (gallon / 5-gal) cost tens to low hundreds USD per unit, while bulk/industrial (tonne) prices are much lower per unit. Below is a practical guide to help you source the right supplier and negotiate better terms.
Representative manufacturers & product examples
Below are common manufacturer types and example product forms you will find in the market:
| Manufacturer / Type | Product Form | Typical Retail Price | Bulk Price (FOB China / EXW) |
| PPG / retail | 5 gal pail, fast-set acrylic | USD 35 – 230 per 5-gal pail (depends on spec) | — |
| Regional manufacturer (India / SE Asia) | 20 L pail / 200 L drum | USD 40 – 120 per 20 L | USD 700 – 1,200 / ton |
| TIANHUA Group / industrial | IBC / bulk powder concentrates | from USD 25 per gal (low-end) | USD 600 – 1,100 / ton |
| Specialist high-retroreflective | Pre-mix with beads / premium resins | USD 80 – 250 per 5-gal | USD 900 – 1,500 / ton |
Price breakdown & what affects cost
- Formulation: 100% acrylic, modified acrylic, or waterborne latex — pure acrylic and high solid products cost more.
- Reflective additives: premix or drop-on glass beads increase cost substantially (typically +15%–40%).
- Packing & export: small retail packs have higher unit cost; 20ft/40ft container bulk orders lower per-ton price but add shipping & duties.
- Certifications & testing: EN/AASHTO/ASTM compliant products cost more due to lab testing and certification.
Technical specs to require from suppliers
Ask suppliers to provide a Technical Data Sheet (TDS) with the following minimum info:
- Type: 100% acrylic / waterborne acrylic / modified acrylic
- Drying time (Tacky-free and vehicle-ready)
- Coverage (m² per liter at target thickness)
- Adhesion to asphalt/concrete (peel/pull test)
- Retroreflectivity with specified bead system (if applicable)
- VOC content and environmental compliance
- Recommended application equipment and mixing instructions
Packing, MOQ & trade terms (typical)
| Small pack | 1 gal / 5 gal / 20 L pails — MOQ low (1–10 pails) |
| Project pack | 200 L drums — MOQ usually 1–5 drums |
| Bulk | IBC / 1 ton big bags or bulk tanker — MOQ 2–10 tons |
| Trade Terms | EXW/FOB CIF DDP negotiable — FOB China ports common |
| Lead time | Stock items 7–14 days, OEM or large orders 2–6 weeks |
OEM & private label
Most industrial manufacturers accept OEM (private label) orders. Key points to negotiate:
- Minimum label artwork and print runs
- Quality / batch testing and acceptance criteria
- Packing configuration and palletization
- Warranty & shelf-life (typically 6–24 months depending on formulation)
Sample RFI / inquiry template (copy & paste)
Subject: Inquiry — Acrylic Road Marking Paint (5 gal & bulk) — [Your Company] Hello TIANHUA Group, We are sourcing acrylic road marking paint for upcoming road projects. Please provide quotation & lead time for the following: 1) 5-gal pail — White, acrylic, fast-dry — Qty: 200 pails 2) 200 L drum — Yellow, acrylic, waterborne — Qty: 10 drums 3) Bulk price per ton — 10 tons CIF [Destination Port] Please attach: • Technical Data Sheet (TDS) • Safety Data Sheet (SDS) • Retroreflectivity test (if beads included) • MOQ, packing, sample policy, lead time, payment terms Regards, [Your name & contact]
Procurement tips to get the best price
- Request sample for field trial — test adhesion, drying and retroreflection on your local pavement.
- Ask for volume tiers — 10t, 20t, 40t — to see discounts.
- Quote both with and without beads (some projects prefer beads applied separately).
- Include freight & duties in the total landed cost if comparing suppliers from different countries.
- Negotiate OEM packaging and longer payment terms for first-time partners.
FAQ — quick answers
Q. How long does acrylic road marking paint last?
A. Typical life is 6–24 months for standard waterborne acrylics on busy roads; premium acrylics and higher film thickness extend life beyond 2 years. Thermoplastic or MMA options last longer but cost more.
Q. Should I buy paint premixed with glass beads or add beads during application?
A. Premixed beads give consistent reflectivity and are easier to apply but cost more. Many contractors prefer drop-on beads at the application site to control bead rate and cost.
Q. What test reports should I require?
A. Request TDS, SDS, adhesion and abrasion test results, retroreflectivity (with the bead system you plan to use) and VOC compliance data.
Regulatory & environmental points
Ask for VOC content and confirm compliance with your local environmental rules. For EU markets, check REACH/SVHC status; in many countries low-VOC waterborne acrylics are preferred for urban projects.
Need supplier sourcing help?
If you want, we can: 1) source 5–10 vetted acrylic paint manufacturers for your target port; 2) request quotations (FOB/CIF) and compare landed cost; 3) arrange sample shipments. Reply with your target volume, preferred packing and destination port.
Request Supplier SourcingProduced by TIANHUA TRAFFIC — industrial coatings export specialists.
