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EU - Adipic Acid, Its Salts And Esters - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
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Article Publishing Date: Sep 23, 2020

Germany Supplies over a Half of the European Adipic Acid Exports

IndexBox has just published a new report: 'EU - Adipic Acid, Its Salts And Esters - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights'. Here is a summary of the report's key findings.

In 2019, after two years of growth, there was a significant decline in the EU adipic acid market, when its value decreased by -17.4% to $1.5B. The level of consumption peaked at $2.1B in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2019, consumption failed to regain the momentum.

Consumption by Country

The countries with the highest volumes of adipic acid consumption in 2019 were Italy (146K tons), the UK (132K tons) and France (131K tons), together comprising 43% of total consumption. These countries were followed by Spain, Poland, the Netherlands, Belgium, the Czech Republic and Sweden, which together accounted for a further 47%.

From 2013 to 2019, the biggest increases were in Spain, while adipic acid consumption for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the UK ($221M), France ($219M) and Spain ($212M) constituted the countries with the highest levels of market value in 2019, together comprising 43% of the total market.

The countries with the highest levels of adipic acid per capita consumption in 2019 were the Netherlands (5.26 kg per person), Belgium (5.25 kg per person) and the Czech Republic (4.18 kg per person).

Production in the EU

In 2019, production of adipic acid, its salts and esters decreased by -10.8% to 980K tons, falling for the third year in a row after two years of growth. In general, production recorded a slight decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of 4.2% against the previous year. As a result, production attained a peak volume of 1.1M tons but afterward it stood at lower levels.

Production by Country

The countries with the highest volumes of adipic acid production in 2019 were France (234K tons), Germany (172K tons) and the UK (151K tons), with a combined 57% share of total production. These countries were followed by Poland, Spain, Belgium and the Czech Republic, which together accounted for a further 28%.

From 2013 to 2019, the biggest increases were in Spain, while adipic acid production for the other leaders experienced mixed trends in the production figures.

Exports in the EU

Adipic acid exports contracted slightly to 388K tons in 2019, which is down by -2.2% compared with the year before. Overall, exports, however, continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when exports increased by 5.1% against the previous year. As a result, exports attained a peak of 397K tons, and then contracted slightly in the following year. In value terms, adipic acid exports reduced modestly to $632M (IndexBox estimates) in 2019.

Exports by Country

Germany was the major exporter of adipic acid, its salts and esters in the European Union, with the volume of exports accounting for 214K tons, which was approx. 55% of total exports in 2019. France (106K tons) took the second position in the ranking, distantly followed by the UK (33K tons) and Italy (20K tons). All these countries together held near 41% share of total exports. Belgium (7.9K tons) held a minor share of total exports.

From 2013 to 2019, average annual rates of growth with regard to adipic acid exports from Germany stood at +1.1%. At the same time, Italy (+6.3%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Italy emerged as the fastest-growing exporter exported in the European Union, with a CAGR of +6.3% from 2013-2019. France and Belgium experienced a relatively flat trend pattern. By contrast, the UK (-3.4%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period.

In value terms, Germany ($343M) remains the largest adipic acid supplier in the European Union, comprising 54% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by France ($170M), with a 27% share of total exports. It was followed by the UK, with a 8.3% share.

From 2013 to 2019, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in Germany totaled -2.3%. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: France (-3.8% per year) and the UK (-7.3% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The adipic acid export price in the European Union stood at $1,627 per ton in 2019, shrinking by -2.6% against the previous year. Overall, the export price saw a noticeable descent. Over the period under review, export prices reached the peak figure at $2,040 per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2019, export prices remained at a lower figure.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major exporting countries. In 2019, major exporting countries recorded the following prices: in Belgium ($1,951 per ton) and Italy ($1,714 per ton), while the UK ($1,588 per ton) and France ($1,598 per ton) were amongst the lowest.

From 2013 to 2019, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Germany, while the other leaders experienced a decline in the export price figures.

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the adipic acid market in the EU. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

  • Prodcom 20143385 - Adipic acid, its salts and esters

Country coverage:

Data coverage:

  • Market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Production in the EU, split by region and country
  • Trade (exports and imports) in the EU
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

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While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

  1. 1. INTRODUCTION

    Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business

    1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
    2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
    3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
    4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS

  2. 2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

    A Quick Overview of Market Performance

    1. KEY FINDINGS
    2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO

  3. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

    Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE
    2. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
    3. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030

  4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

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    1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
    2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
    3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
    4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
    5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT

  5. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

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    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
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    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

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    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
    3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS

  7. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
    2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY

  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

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  11. 11. COUNTRY PROFILES

    The Largest Markets And Their Profiles

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    • Austria
    • Belgium
    • Bulgaria
    • Croatia
    • Cyprus
    • Czech Republic
    • Denmark
    • Estonia
    • Finland
    • France
    • Germany
    • Greece
    • Hungary
    • Ireland
    • Italy
    • Latvia
    • Lithuania
    • Luxembourg
    • Malta
    • Netherlands
    • Poland
    • Portugal
    • Romania
    • Slovakia
    • Slovenia
    • Spain
    • Sweden

  12. LIST OF TABLES

    1. Key Findings In 2023
    2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    3. Market Value, 2012–2023
    4. Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2023
    5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
    9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023

  13. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    2. Market Value, 2012–2023
    3. Consumption, By Country, 2023
    4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
    5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
    6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
    7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
    8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
    9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
    10. Production Volume And Growth
    11. Exports And Growth
    12. Export Prices And Growth
    13. Market Size And Growth
    14. Per Capita Consumption
    15. Imports And Growth
    16. Import Prices
    17. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    19. Production, By Country, 2023
    20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
    27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    32. Export Prices, 2012–2023

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