The global adipic acid market size was valued at around USD 5.65 billion in 2021 and is expected to reach around USD 8.18 billion by 2030, expanding at a CAGR of 4.92% during the forecast period, 2022–2030. The growth of the market is attributed to rising product demand from the automobile industry for the manufacture of lightweight vehicles.
Adipic acid is an organic chemical generally known as hexane dioic acid. It is an important monomer in the polymer industry. Adipic acid is made commercially by reacting nitric acid with a combination of cyclohexanol and cyclohexanone, also known as ketone-alcohol oil (KA oil). Purified adipic acids are used in preparation of polyurethanes and plasticizers. Adipic acid is a basic raw material used for the production of nylon 66 and other polymeric fibers. It is widely utilized in the pharmaceutical industries and food and beverages. Adipic acid is used in cushioning materials to make furniture durable and comfortable.
The COVID-19 pandemic negatively affected every sector of the global market, including the adipic acid industry. Application of nylon and nylon-based items reduced dramatically, due to the economic slowdown caused by the pandemic. As a result, demand for adipic acid in the nylon manufacturing business and in the automobile industry decreased. The supply chain and operations of the adipic acid market have been negatively affected by statewide lockdowns and limitations on export and import activity. However, the use of adipic acid in the pharmaceutical business increased, due to the increasing demand for medication during the pandemic.
The report on the global adipic acid market includes an assessment of the market, trends, segments, and regional markets. Overview and dynamics have also been included in the report.
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Details |
Report Title |
Adipic Acid Market - Global Industry Analysis, Growth, Share, Size, Trends, and Forecast |
Base Year |
2021 |
Historic Data |
2019–2020 |
Forecast Period |
2022–2030 |
Segmentation |
Applications (Unsaturated Polyester Resins, Wet Paper Resins, Coatings, Synthetic Lubricants, Plasticizers, Food Additives, and Others), Raw Materials (Cyclohexanone and Cyclohexanol), and End Products (Nylon 66 Engineering Resins, Polyurethanes, Adipate Esters, Nylon 66 Fibers, and Others) |
Regional Scope |
Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Europe, and Middle East & Africa |
Report Coverage |
Company Share, Market Analysis and Size, Competitive Landscape, Growth Factors, and Trends, and Revenue Forecast |
Key Players Covered in the Report |
LANXESS; Domo Chemicals; Sumitomo Chemical Co. Ltd.; Asahi Kasei Corporation; and BASF SE |
On the basis of applications, the adipic acid market is segregated into unsaturated polyester resins, wet paper resins, coatings, synthetic lubricants, plasticizers, food additives, and others. The food additives segment is projected to expand at a considerable CAGR during the forecast period, due to rising product usage as a flavoring agent and as a gelling agent. The plasticizers segment is anticipated to account for a major market share during the forecast period, owing to increasing product demand in different industries such as automobiles, construction, and electronics.
Based on raw materials, the adipic acid market is bifurcated into cyclohexanone and cyclohexanol. The cyclohexanol segment is expected to hold a significant share of the market in the coming years, due to rising product demand in manufacture of soap, plastics, and lacquers. The cyclohexanone segment accounts for a significant market share, as it is used in wood stains, insecticides, spot removers, cellulosic, and in varnish removers.
On the basis of end products, the adipic acid market is segregated into nylon 66 engineering resins, polyurethanes, adipate esters, nylon 66 fibers, and others. The nylon 66 engineering resins segment is anticipated to register substantial CAGR during the forecast period, owing to its chemical and thermal properties. The nylon 66 fibers segment is expected to hold a significant share of the market, as it used in textiles, molded parts, and carpets.
In terms of regions, the adipic acid market is classified as Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Europe, and Middle East & Africa. Asia Pacific is expected to constitute a key share of the market during the forecast period, owing to growing product demand from manufacturing and automobile industry. The market in North America is anticipated to expand at a rapid pace during the forecast period, due to rapid industrialization in the region.
The global adipic acid market has been segmented on the basis of
ApplicationsKey players competing in the global adipic acid market are LANXESS; Domo Chemicals; Sumitomo Chemical Co. Ltd.; Asahi Kasei Corporation; and BASF SE.
Key market players prioritized product launches and organic growth strategies, such as participation in events. These companies adopted acquisitions and collaborations to increase their market share. In Zhejiang, DOMO Chemicals announced an investment of EUR12 million in the development of nylon 66, in March 2020.
The global adipic acid market has been segmented on the basis of
ApplicationsKey players competing in the global adipic acid market are LANXESS; Domo Chemicals; Sumitomo Chemical Co. Ltd.; Asahi Kasei Corporation; and BASF SE.
Key market players prioritized product launches and organic growth strategies, such as participation in events. These companies adopted acquisitions and collaborations to increase their market share. In Zhejiang, DOMO Chemicals announced an investment of EUR12 million in the development of nylon 66, in March 2020.
Some frequently asked quetions about this report!
The global adipic acid market size was valued at around USD 5.65 billion in 2021 and is expected to reach around USD 8.18 billion by 2030 during the forecast period, 2022–2030.
Growing applications of artificial polymers and rapid industrialization are expected to drive the market.
The global adipic acid market is anticipated to expand at a CAGR of 4.92% during the forecast period, 2022–2030.
Asia Pacific is expected to constitute a key share of the market during the forecast period.
Key players competing in the global adipic acid market are LANXESS; Domo Chemicals; Sumitomo Chemical Co. Ltd.; Asahi Kasei Corporation; and BASF SE.
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