We use cookies to improve your experience and for marketing. Read our cookie policy or manage cookies.

Accept essential cookies
Accept all cookies
Report World - Acrylonitrile - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights for 499$
Report Update Jun 1, 2025

World - Acrylonitrile - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

Single report
Sent by email within 24h (Mon-Fri)
What's the difference?
Subscription
Online access and download
from $350/month

Get instant access to more than 2 million reports, dashboards, and datasets on the IndexBox Platform.

View Pricing

Global Acrylonitrile Market 2025

Acrylonitrile Market Size

After two years of decline, the global acrylonitrile market increased by 23% to $X in 2021. The market value increased at an average annual rate of +1.0% over the period from 2012 to 2021; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Over the period under review, the global market reached the peak level at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Acrylonitrile Production

In value terms, acrylonitrile production surged to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. In general, production, however, continues to indicate a mild contraction. Global production peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Acrylonitrile Exports

Exports

Global acrylonitrile exports skyrocketed to X tons in 2021, jumping by 17% against the year before. The total export volume increased at an average annual rate of +1.3% from 2012 to 2021; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with only minor fluctuations throughout the analyzed period. As a result, the exports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, acrylonitrile exports soared to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports enjoyed slight growth. As a result, the exports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

In 2021, the United States (X tons), distantly followed by the Netherlands (X tons), South Korea (X tons), China (X tons), Germany (X tons), Taiwan (Chinese) (X tons) and Russia (X tons) were the largest exporters of acrylonitrile, together mixing up 88% of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main exporting countries, was attained by China (with a CAGR of +149.6%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest acrylonitrile supplying countries worldwide were the United States ($X), South Korea ($X) and the Netherlands ($X), together accounting for 52% of global exports. These countries were followed by China, Taiwan (Chinese), Germany and Russia, which together accounted for a further 36%.

Among the main exporting countries, China, with a CAGR of +182.1%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

The average acrylonitrile export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, rising by 55% against the previous year. In general, the export price showed a relatively flat trend pattern. As a result, the export price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major exporting countries. In 2021, major exporting countries recorded the following prices: in China ($X per ton) and the United States ($X per ton), while Russia ($X per ton) and Germany ($X per ton) were amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by China (+13.0%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Acrylonitrile Imports

Imports

In 2021, overseas purchases of acrylonitrile increased by 6.4% to X tons for the first time since 2018, thus ending a two-year declining trend. Overall, imports showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 with an increase of 17%. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons; afterwards, it flattened through to 2021.

In value terms, acrylonitrile imports surged to $X in 2021. In general, total imports indicated a mild expansion from 2012 to 2021: its value increased at an average annual rate of +1.2% over the last nine-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Global imports peaked at $X in 2014; afterwards, it flattened through to 2021.

Imports by Country

The purchases of the nine major importers of acrylonitrile, namely Turkey, South Korea, China, India, Malaysia, Belgium, France, the Netherlands and Taiwan (Chinese), represented more than two-thirds of total import. The UK (X tons), Germany (X tons), Italy (X tons) and Hungary (X tons) held a little share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for the UK (with a CAGR of +21.2%), while purchases for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, South Korea ($X), Turkey ($X) and China ($X) constituted the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2021, together accounting for 38% of global imports. These countries were followed by India, Malaysia, France, Belgium, the Netherlands, Taiwan (Chinese), the UK, Germany, Hungary and Italy, which together accounted for a further 51%.

Among the main importing countries, the UK, with a CAGR of +20.3%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The average acrylonitrile import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, surging by 54% against the previous year. In general, the import price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. As a result, import price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major importing countries. In 2021, major importing countries recorded the following prices: in India ($X per ton) and Hungary ($X per ton), while the Netherlands ($X per ton) and the UK ($X per ton) were amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by India (+2.0%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The countries with the highest volumes of acrylonitrile consumption in 2020 were the United States, Turkey and the UK, with a combined 39% share of global consumption. These countries were followed by China, the Netherlands, Japan, Malaysia, India, Taiwan Chinese), France, Mexico, the United Arab Emirates and Belgium, which together accounted for a further 50%.
The United States remains the largest acrylonitrile producing country worldwide, accounting for 43% of total volume. Moreover, acrylonitrile production in the United States exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Japan, fourfold. The UK ranked third in terms of total production with a 10% share.
In value terms, the United States remains the largest acrylonitrile supplier worldwide, comprising 37% of global exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by South Korea, with a 16% share of global exports. It was followed by Germany, with a 12% share.
In value terms, China, Turkey and South Korea appeared to be the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2020, together accounting for 39% of global imports. These countries were followed by Malaysia, India, Belgium, France, Mexico, Germany, the UK, the Netherlands, Italy and Portugal, which together accounted for a further 49%.
In 2020, the average acrylonitrile export price amounted to $1,095 per ton, dropping by -28.3% against the previous year.
In 2020, the average acrylonitrile import price amounted to $1,165 per ton, reducing by -25% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global acrylonitrile market. 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 20144350 - Acrylonitrile

Country coverage:

Worldwide - the report contains statistical data for 200 countries and includes detailed profiles of the 50 largest consuming countries:

+ the largest producing countries

Data coverage:

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

Reasons to buy this report:

  • Take advantage of the latest data
  • Find deeper insights into current market developments
  • Discover vital success factors affecting the market

This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
  2. How to load your idle production capacity
  3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets
  4. How to increase your profit margins
  5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable
  6. How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
  7. How to outsource production to other countries
  8. How to prepare your business for global expansion

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 THE 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 EditionPRO

  3. 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. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    3. MARKET FORECAST TO 2035

  4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCTS FOR DIVERSIFICATION

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

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

  5. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
    3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
    4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES

  6. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Export

    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: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)

  8. 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) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)

  9. 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) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)

  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

  11. 11. COUNTRY PROFILES

    The Largest Markets And Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    • United States
    • China
    • Japan
    • Germany
    • United Kingdom
    • France
    • Brazil
    • Italy
    • Russian Federation
    • India
    • Canada
    • Australia
    • Republic of Korea
    • Spain
    • Mexico
    • Indonesia
    • Netherlands
    • Turkey
    • Saudi Arabia
    • Switzerland
    • Sweden
    • Nigeria
    • Poland
    • Belgium
    • Argentina
    • Norway
    • Austria
    • Thailand
    • United Arab Emirates
    • Colombia
    • Denmark
    • South Africa
    • Malaysia
    • Israel
    • Singapore
    • Egypt
    • Philippines
    • Finland
    • Chile
    • Ireland
    • Pakistan
    • Greece
    • Portugal
    • Kazakhstan
    • Algeria
    • Czech Republic
    • Qatar
    • Peru
    • Romania
    • Vietnam

  12. 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, by Country, 2022–2024
    5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    8. Import Prices, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    11. Export Prices, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)

  13. 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. Consumption, by Country, 2024
    4. Market Volume Forecast to 2035
    5. Market Value Forecast to 2035
    6. Market Size and Growth, By Product
    7. Average Per Capita Consumption, By Product
    8. Exports and Growth, By Product
    9. Export Prices and Growth, By Product
    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: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    18. Production, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    19. Production, by Country, 2024
    20. Production, In Physical Terms, by Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    21. Imports, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    22. Imports, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    26. Import Prices, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    27. Exports, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    28. Exports, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    32. Export Prices, By Country: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)

Recommended reports

Asia - Acrylonitrile - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
$599
Jun 1, 2025
Eye 371

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the acrylonitrile market in Asia.

EU - Acrylonitrile - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
$599
Jun 1, 2025
Eye 378

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the acrylonitrile market in the EU.

U.S. - Acrylonitrile - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
$599
Jun 1, 2025
Eye 964

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the acrylonitrile market in the U.S..

China - Acrylonitrile - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
$599
Jun 1, 2025
Eye 362

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the acrylonitrile market in China.

Free Data: Acrylonitrile - World
Table
Acrylonitrile - World - Table
Dashboard
Acrylonitrile - World - Dashboard
Report
Acrylonitrile - World - Report