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France: Salicylic Acid Market 2025

Salicylic Acid Market Size in France

After two years of decline, the French salicylic acid market increased by 0.5% to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, consumption recorded a deep contraction. Salicylic acid consumption peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Salicylic Acid Production in France

In value terms, salicylic acid production amounted to less than $X in 2021 estimated in export price. In general, production recorded a relatively flat trend pattern.

Salicylic Acid Exports

Exports from France

In 2021, the amount of salicylic acid and its salts exported from France was estimated at X tons, approximately reflecting the previous year. Overall, exports continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The exports peaked in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

In value terms, salicylic acid exports totaled $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The exports peaked in 2021 and are likely to continue growth in the near future.

Exports by Country

Germany (X tons), Thailand (X tons) and the United States (X tons) were the main destinations of salicylic acid exports from France, together comprising 57% of total exports. These countries were followed by India, Denmark, Spain, Italy, Sweden, Mexico, Japan, the UK, Poland and South Korea, which together accounted for a further 37%.

From 2021 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Denmark (with a CAGR of 0.0%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

It was followed by the United States, with an 8.4% share.

From 2021 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Germany was relatively modest. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Thailand (0.0% per year) and the United States (0.0% per year).

Salicylic Acid Imports

Imports into France

In 2021, supplies from abroad of salicylic acid and its salts increased by 37% to X tons for the first time since 2018, thus ending a two-year declining trend. In general, imports, however, continue to indicate a deep setback. Imports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, salicylic acid imports soared to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports, however, continue to indicate a deep reduction. Imports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

China (X tons), Italy (X tons) and Germany (X tons) were the main suppliers of salicylic acid imports to France, together accounting for 64% of total imports. The United States, India, Poland, the Netherlands, Sweden and the UK lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 27%.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Poland (with a CAGR of +90.8%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest salicylic acid suppliers to France were China ($X), Italy ($X) and Germany ($X), together comprising 56% of total imports. These countries were followed by the United States, India, Poland, the Netherlands, Sweden and the UK, which together accounted for a further 31%.

Poland, with a CAGR of +102.1%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, in terms of the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The average salicylic acid import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, growing by 11% against the previous year. Over the period under review, import price indicated a perceptible increase from 2012 to 2021: its price increased at an average annual rate of +2.1% over the last nine years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, salicylic acid import price increased by +74.7% against 2015 indices. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 when the average import price increased by 18% against the previous year. The import price peaked in 2021 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the United States ($X per ton), while the price for the UK ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Brazil (+10.2%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for salicylic acid and its salts in the world?

India remains the largest salicylic acid consuming country worldwide, accounting for 42% of total volume. Moreover, salicylic acid consumption in India exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Spain, sixfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Mexico, with a 6.8% share.

What are the largest producers of salicylic acid and its salts in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of salicylic acid production, comprising approx. 86% of total volume. Moreover, salicylic acid production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Spain, tenfold.

What are the leading suppliers of salicylic acid and its salts to France?

In value terms, the largest salicylic acid suppliers to France were Italy, China and Germany, together comprising 72% of total imports.

What are the leading importers of salicylic acid and its salts from France?

In value terms, the largest markets for salicylic acid exported from France were Germany, Thailand and Japan, with a combined 44% share of total exports. The United States, India, Denmark, Spain, Sweden, Italy, Mexico, Poland, the UK and Canada lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 42%.

What is the average export price for salicylic acid and its salts in France?

In 2019, the average salicylic acid export price amounted to $3,840 per ton, picking up by 12% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for salicylic acid and its salts in France?

In 2020, the average salicylic acid import price amounted to $3,948 per ton, picking up by 18% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the salicylic acid market in France. 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 21101030 - Salicylic acid and its salts

Country coverage:

France

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in France
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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1. INTRODUCTION

Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND THE AI PLATFORM
3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
2. MARKET TRENDSThis Chapter is Available Only for the Professional EditionPRO
3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
2. MARKET STRUCTURE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
3. TRADE BALANCE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2035
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCTS FOR DIVERSIFICATION

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 PRODUCTS
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCTS
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCTS FOR EXPORTS
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
3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Export
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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. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
8. IMPORTS

The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
9. EXPORTS

The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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LIST OF TABLES
1. Key Findings In 2024
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
3. Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
4. Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Export Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
2. Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
7. Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2035
9. Market Value Forecast to 2035
10. Market Size and Growth, By Product
11. Average Per Capita Consumption, By Product
12. Exports and Growth, By Product
13. Export Prices and Growth, By Product
14. Production Volume and Growth
15. Exports and Growth
16. Export Prices and Growth
17. Market Size and Growth
18. Per Capita Consumption
19. Imports and Growth
20. Import Prices
21. Production, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
22. Production, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
23. Imports, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
24. Imports, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
28. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
30. Exports, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
34. Export Prices, By Country, 2012–2024