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Global Lactam Market 2025

Lactam Market Size

In 2021, the global lactam market increased by 4% to $X, rising for the fourth consecutive year after two years of decline. The market value increased at an average annual rate of +3.3% from 2012 to 2021; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. Global consumption peaked in 2021 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.

Lactam Production

In value terms, lactam production soared to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. The total output value increased at an average annual rate of +2.0% over the period from 2012 to 2021; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. As a result, production attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Lactam Exports

Exports

In 2021, shipments abroad of lactams from heterocyclic compounds increased by 1.1% to X tons for the first time since 2017, thus ending a three-year declining trend. Overall, exports, however, recorded a pronounced downturn. Over the period under review, the global exports reached the maximum at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, lactam exports expanded significantly to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate a resilient increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when exports increased by 147% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X. From 2019 to 2021, the growth of the global exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

In 2021, Belgium (X tons), distantly followed by Russia (X tons), the Netherlands (X tons), Japan (X tons), Germany (X tons), the United States (X tons) and China (X tons) represented the main exporters of lactams from heterocyclic compounds, together creating 79% of total exports. South Korea (X tons), the Czech Republic (X tons), Poland (X tons), Thailand (X tons) and Mexico (X tons) held a little share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for China (with a CAGR of +13.0%), while shipments for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Belgium ($X), China ($X) and Germany ($X) were the countries with the highest levels of exports in 2021, with a combined 12% share of global exports.

China, with a CAGR of +16.6%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of exports, among the main exporting countries over the period under review, while shipments for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average lactam export price amounted to $X per ton, surging by 5.3% against the previous year. In general, the export price posted a resilient increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 an increase of 159%. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2019 to 2021, the average export prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was China ($X per ton), while Russia ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by China (+3.2%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Lactam Imports

Imports

In 2021, purchases abroad of lactams from heterocyclic compounds increased by 1.7% to X tons, rising for the second year in a row after seven years of decline. In general, imports, however, recorded a pronounced descent. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 when imports increased by 5.4% against the previous year. Global imports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, lactam imports expanded modestly to $X in 2021. Overall, imports posted prominent growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when imports increased by 117%. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X. From 2019 to 2021, the growth of global imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

Germany (X tons), Taiwan (Chinese) (X tons), Italy (X tons) and China (X tons) represented roughly 55% of total imports in 2021. It was distantly followed by India (X tons), creating a 6.5% share of total imports. Switzerland (X tons), South Korea (X tons), Belgium (X tons), Vietnam (X tons), Turkey (X tons), Indonesia (X tons), Slovenia (X tons) and Canada (X tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Turkey (with a CAGR of +36.9%), while purchases for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Germany ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported lactams from heterocyclic compounds worldwide, comprising 23% of global imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Italy ($X), with a 3.4% share of global imports. It was followed by Belgium, with a 2.6% share.

In Germany, lactam imports expanded at an average annual rate of +26.9% over the period from 2012-2021. The remaining importing countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Italy (-9.0% per year) and Belgium (-9.8% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average lactam import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, approximately equating the previous year. Overall, the import price saw strong growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when the average import price increased by 123%. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2019 to 2021, the average import prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Germany ($X per ton), while Taiwan (Chinese) ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Germany (+25.4%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, Germany and the United States, together comprising 40% of global consumption. These countries were followed by India, Italy, Japan, Russia, Belarus, Spain, Brazil, Switzerland, Mexico and Poland, which together accounted for a further 39%.
The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were Russia, the United States and Ireland, with a combined 33% share of global production. Belgium, Japan, China, Germany, India, the Netherlands, Belarus, Mexico, Spain and Brazil lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 50%.
In value terms, Ireland remains the largest lactam supplier worldwide, comprising 46% of global exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Belgium, with a 14% share of global exports. It was followed by Germany, with a 2.2% share.
In value terms, Germany, Ireland and the UK constituted the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2021, together comprising 57% of global imports.
The average lactam export price stood at $10,768 per ton in 2021, surging by 23% against the previous year.
In 2021, the average lactam import price amounted to $15,172 per ton, falling by -6.3% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global lactam 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 20145280 -

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)

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