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SADC: Adipic Acid Market 2025

Adipic Acid Market Size in SADC

The SADC adipic acid market dropped slightly to $X in 2022, reducing by -4.8% against the previous year. The market value increased at an average annual rate of +1.5% over the period from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern remained consistent, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The level of consumption peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Adipic Acid Production in SADC

In value terms, adipic acid production dropped to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. The total output value increased at an average annual rate of +1.3% from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when the production volume increased by 35% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production reached the maximum level at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, production remained at a lower figure.

Adipic Acid Exports

Exports in SADC

Adipic acid exports contracted sharply to X tons in 2022, dropping by -92.9% on the previous year. Overall, exports faced a precipitous decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when exports increased by 1,408% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X tons, and then shrank rapidly in the following year.

In value terms, adipic acid exports declined remarkably to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports saw a sharp shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 659%. The level of export peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

In 2022, South Africa (X tons) was the key exporter of adipic acid, its salts and esters, mixing up 78% of total exports. It was distantly followed by Mauritius (X kg), committing a 22% share of total exports.

Exports from South Africa decreased at an average annual rate of -22.6% from 2012 to 2022. At the same time, Mauritius (+61.5%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Mauritius emerged as the fastest-growing exporter exported in SADC, with a CAGR of +61.5% from 2012-2022. Mauritius (+22 p.p.) significantly strengthened its position in terms of the total exports, while South Africa saw its share reduced by -21.4% from 2012 to 2022, respectively.

In value terms, South Africa ($X) remains the largest adipic acid supplier in SADC, comprising 85% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Mauritius ($X), with a 15% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in South Africa amounted to -21.3%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the export price in SADC amounted to $X per ton, picking up by 101% against the previous year. Overall, the export price saw a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, the export prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was South Africa ($X per ton), while Mauritius stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Mauritius (+30.4%).

Adipic Acid Imports

Imports in SADC

In 2022, after three years of growth, there was significant decline in supplies from abroad of adipic acid, its salts and esters, when their volume decreased by -28.2% to X tons. Overall, imports saw a slight reduction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when imports increased by 42% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at X tons in 2021, and then contracted markedly in the following year.

In value terms, adipic acid imports declined to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports recorded a slight downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of 76%. The level of import peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

South Africa (X tons) represented roughly 99% of total imports in 2022.

South Africa was also the fastest-growing in terms of the adipic acid, its salts and esters imports, with a CAGR of -1.6% from 2012 to 2022. The shares of the largest importers remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, South Africa ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported adipic acid, its salts and esters in SADC.

In South Africa, adipic acid imports contracted by an average annual rate of -1.3% over the period from 2012-2022.

Import Prices by Country

The import price in SADC stood at $X per ton in 2022, rising by 30% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when the import price increased by 42% against the previous year. Over the period under review, import prices reached the maximum at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, import prices remained at a lower figure.

As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for South Africa.

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for South Africa amounted to +0.3% per year.

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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the adipic acid market in SADC. 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:

Angola
Botswana
Comoros
Democratic Republic of the Congo
Lesotho
Madagascar
Malawi
Mauritius
Mozambique
Namibia
Seychelles
South Africa
Swaziland
Tanzania
Zambia
Zimbabwe

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Production in SADC, split by region and country
Trade (exports and imports) in SADC
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
2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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. 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
2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
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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11. COUNTRY PROFILES

The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
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- Angola
- Botswana
- Comoros
- Democratic Republic of the Congo
- Lesotho
- Madagascar
- Malawi
- Mauritius
- Mozambique
- Namibia
- Seychelles
- South Africa
- Swaziland
- Tanzania
- Zambia
- Zimbabwe
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, By Country, 2018–2024
5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Consumption, By Country, 2024
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, 2012–2024
18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
19. Production, By Country, 2024
20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
32. Export Prices, 2012–2024