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Global Maleic Anhydride Market 2024

Maleic Anhydride Market Size

The global maleic anhydride market surged to $X in 2021, with an increase of 23% against the previous year. Over the period under review, consumption continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. As a result, consumption reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Maleic Anhydride Production

In value terms, maleic anhydride production expanded slightly to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. In general, production, however, continues to indicate a perceptible curtailment. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 when the production volume increased by 9.5% against the previous year. Over the period under review, global production attained the peak level at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, production remained at a lower figure.

Maleic Anhydride Exports

Exports

In 2021, global maleic anhydride exports surged to X tons, increasing by 37% on the previous year. The total export volume increased at an average annual rate of +3.1% from 2012 to 2021; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The global exports peaked at X tons in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, maleic anhydride exports surged to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, total exports indicated a measured expansion from 2012 to 2021: its value increased at an average annual rate of +2.7% over the last nine-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. As a result, the exports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

In 2021, China (X tons), distantly followed by Taiwan (Chinese) (X tons), the United States (X tons), South Korea (X tons), Malaysia (X tons) and Hungary (X tons) represented the major exporters of maleic anhydride, together achieving 86% of total exports. Italy (X tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the leading exporting countries, was attained by China (with a CAGR of +12.7%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest maleic anhydride supplying countries worldwide were China ($X), Taiwan (Chinese) ($X) and the United States ($X), with a combined 60% share of global exports.

China, with a CAGR of +11.6%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, in terms of 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

The average maleic anhydride export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, jumping by 63% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major exporting countries. In 2021, major exporting countries recorded the following prices: in Hungary ($X per ton) and Italy ($X per ton), while South Korea ($X per ton) and China ($X per ton) were amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Hungary (+2.3%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Maleic Anhydride Imports

Imports

In 2021, approx. X tons of maleic anhydride were imported worldwide; picking up by 33% compared with the year before. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of +4.6% from 2012 to 2021; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, maleic anhydride imports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports posted a remarkable increase. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

India (X tons) and Turkey (X tons) represented roughly 26% of total imports in 2021. It was distantly followed by Italy (X tons), France (X tons), the Netherlands (X tons) and Germany (X tons), together committing a 23% share of total imports. Spain (X tons), Saudi Arabia (X tons), the UK (X tons), Singapore (X tons), the United Arab Emirates (X tons), Poland (X tons) and Brazil (X tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Spain (with a CAGR of +13.9%), while purchases for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest maleic anhydride importing markets worldwide were India ($X), Turkey ($X) and Italy ($X), together comprising 32% of global imports. These countries were followed by France, the Netherlands, Germany, Spain, Saudi Arabia, the UK, Poland, Singapore, Brazil and the United Arab Emirates, which together accounted for a further 39%.

Spain, with a CAGR of +15.6%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, in terms of the main importing countries over the period under review, while purchases for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The average maleic anhydride import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, with an increase of 62% against the previous year. In general, the import price showed a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the maximum at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, import prices remained at a lower figure.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major importing countries. In 2021, major importing countries recorded the following prices: in Spain ($X per ton) and Italy ($X per ton), while the United Arab Emirates ($X per ton) and Singapore ($X per ton) were amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the UK (+2.7%), 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 maleic anhydride consumption in 2020 were Taiwan Chinese), India and Turkey, with a combined 34% share of global consumption. These countries were followed by China, France, Germany, Mexico, the U.S., Spain, Saudi Arabia, Malaysia, Singapore and Brazil, which together accounted for a further 38%.
The countries with the highest volumes of maleic anhydride production in 2020 were China, Taiwan Chinese) and the U.S., with a combined 66% share of global production. These countries were followed by South Korea, Malaysia, Hungary and Argentina, which together accounted for a further 30%.
In value terms, the U.S., China and South Korea constituted the countries with the highest levels of exports in 2020, together comprising 59% of global exports. These countries were followed by Hungary, Malaysia, Italy, Argentina and the Netherlands, which together accounted for a further 30%.
In value terms, the largest maleic anhydride importing markets worldwide were India, Turkey and France, with a combined 27% share of global imports. These countries were followed by Italy, Germany, Mexico, the Netherlands, Spain, Saudi Arabia, Poland, Singapore, Brazil and the United Arab Emirates, which together accounted for a further 44%.
The average maleic anhydride export price stood at $965 per ton in 2020, dropping by -19.2% against the previous year.
In 2020, the average maleic anhydride import price amounted to $1,037 per ton, reducing by -11.3% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global maleic anhydride 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 20143387 - Maleic anhydride

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

Company coverage:

Zibo Qixiang Tengda Chemical Co., Ltd., Daqing Fine Chemical Industry Co., Ltd., Wuxi Suntec Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.

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 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 Edition PRO

  3. 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. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    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. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    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 Exports

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    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. GLOBAL PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
    2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY

  8. 8. GLOBAL IMPORTS

    The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

  9. 9. GLOBAL EXPORTS

    The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO

  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 2023
    2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    3. Market Value, 2012–2023
    4. Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2023
    5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
    9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023

  13. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    2. Market Value, 2012–2023
    3. Consumption, By Country, 2023
    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, 2012–2023
    18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    19. Production, By Country, 2023
    20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
    27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    32. Export Prices, 2012–2023

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