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Poland: Methacrylic Acid Market 2025

Methacrylic Acid Market Size in Poland

The Polish methacrylic acid market dropped to $X in 2022, with a decrease of -11.7% against the previous year. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers' margins, which will be included in the final consumer price). In general, consumption saw a mild downturn. Methacrylic acid consumption peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Methacrylic Acid Exports

Exports from Poland

In 2022, overseas shipments of methacrylic acid and its salts increased by 3,527% to X tons, rising for the second year in a row after two years of decline. Overall, exports, however, showed a dramatic descent. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, methacrylic acid exports soared to $X in 2022. In general, exports, however, saw a precipitous contraction. The exports peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Belarus (X tons), the UK (X tons) and Italy (X kg) were the main destinations of methacrylic acid exports from Poland, together accounting for 99.9% of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by the UK (with a CAGR of +91.4%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest markets for methacrylic acid exported from Poland were the UK ($X), Belarus ($X) and Italy ($X), with a combined 100% share of total exports.

The UK, with a CAGR of +96.1%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, among the main countries of destination over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

The average methacrylic acid export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, dropping by -45.7% against the previous year. Overall, the export price recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 when the average export price increased by 262% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the UK ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Italy ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Spain (+2.9%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Methacrylic Acid Imports

Imports into Poland

In 2022, imports of methacrylic acid and its salts into Poland shrank sharply to X tons, waning by -32.2% compared with the previous year. In general, imports recorded a abrupt decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of 20%. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons. From 2018 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, methacrylic acid imports shrank modestly to $X in 2022. Overall, imports recorded a slight shrinkage. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when imports increased by 51%. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

South Korea (X tons), Japan (X tons) and the United States (X tons) were the main suppliers of methacrylic acid imports to Poland, with a combined 95% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Japan (with a CAGR of +159.6%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

In value terms, South Korea ($X), Japan ($X) and the United States ($X) constituted the largest methacrylic acid suppliers to Poland, together accounting for 98% of total imports.

Japan, with a CAGR of +149.2%, saw 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 mixed trend patterns.

Import Prices by Country

The average methacrylic acid import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, rising by 44% against the previous year. Overall, import price indicated prominent growth from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of +5.5% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, methacrylic acid import price increased by +107.1% against 2019 indices. As a result, import price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by South Korea (+16.5%), 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 methacrylic acid and its salts in the world?

Germany remains the largest methacrylic acid consuming country worldwide, comprising approx. 39% of total volume. Moreover, methacrylic acid consumption in Germany exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, France, threefold. Malaysia ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 7.3% share.

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

Germany remains the largest methacrylic acid producing country worldwide, comprising approx. 56% of total volume. Moreover, methacrylic acid production in Germany exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, South Korea, fourfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Thailand, with a 9.1% share.

What are the leading suppliers of methacrylic acid and its salts to Poland?

In value terms, South Korea constituted the largest supplier of methacrylic acid to Poland, comprising 60% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Belgium, with a 22% share of total imports. It was followed by Germany, with an 8.4% share.

What are the leading importers of methacrylic acid and its salts from Poland?

In value terms, the UK emerged as the key foreign market for methacrylic acid exports from Poland, comprising 86% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Norway $107), with a 7.7% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for methacrylic acid and its salts in Poland?

In 2021, the average methacrylic acid export price amounted to $10,893 per ton, surging by 4.4% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for methacrylic acid and its salts in Poland?

The average methacrylic acid import price stood at $9,959 per ton in 2021, jumping by 83% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the methacrylic acid market in Poland. 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 20143330 - Methacrylic acid and its salts

Country coverage:

Poland

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Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Poland
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 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
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. MARKET STRUCTURE
3. TRADE BALANCE
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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. 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 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. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
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, 2012–2024
3. Market Value, 2012–2024
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2024
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 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 Of Destination, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
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, 2012–2024
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
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 Of Origin, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
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 Of Destination, 2012–2024