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Global Methacrylic Acid Market 2025

Methacrylic Acid Market Size

In 2022, the global methacrylic acid market increased by 2.3% to $X, rising for the second year in a row after two years of decline. Over the period under review, consumption showed a relatively flat trend pattern. Global consumption peaked in 2022 and is likely to see steady growth in years to come.

Methacrylic Acid Production

In value terms, methacrylic acid production amounted to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production recorded a mild setback. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 when the production volume increased by 25%. Over the period under review, global production hit record highs at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Methacrylic Acid Exports

Exports

In 2022, after two years of growth, there was significant decline in overseas shipments of methacrylic acid and its salts, when their volume decreased by -22.2% to X tons. The total export volume increased at an average annual rate of +3.3% from 2012 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 35% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X tons, and then plummeted in the following year.

In value terms, methacrylic acid exports shrank markedly to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, total exports indicated a tangible expansion from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +2.4% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, exports increased by +43.2% against 2020 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 95% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X, and then contracted rapidly in the following year.

Exports by Country

In 2022, South Korea (X tons), Germany (X tons), China (X tons), Thailand (X tons), the United States (X tons) and the Netherlands (X tons) was the major exporter of methacrylic acid and its salts in the world, making up 90% of total export. Japan (X tons) held a relatively small share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the leading exporting countries, was attained by Thailand (with a CAGR of +266.0%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest methacrylic acid supplying countries worldwide were South Korea ($X), Germany ($X) and China ($X), together accounting for 62% of global exports. Thailand, the United States, the Netherlands and Japan lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 31%.

Among the main exporting countries, Thailand, with a CAGR of +264.6%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to 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

In 2022, the average methacrylic acid export price amounted to $X per ton, which is down by -5.4% against the previous year. In general, the export price showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when the average export price increased by 45% against the previous year. The global export price peaked at $X per ton in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

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 the Netherlands ($X per ton), while Thailand ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Germany (+1.2%), while the other global leaders experienced a decline in the export price figures.

Methacrylic Acid Imports

Imports

In 2022, supplies from abroad of methacrylic acid and its salts decreased by -14.3% to X tons for the first time since 2015, thus ending a six-year rising trend. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of +2.1% from 2012 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when imports increased by 17% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of X tons, and then shrank in the following year.

In value terms, methacrylic acid imports dropped to $X in 2022. In general, total imports indicated a moderate expansion from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +2.3% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, imports increased by +49.7% against 2020 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when imports increased by 76%. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X, and then dropped in the following year.

Imports by Country

In 2022, France (X tons), followed by Malaysia (X tons), India (X tons), the United States (X tons), China (X tons), the Netherlands (X tons) and Taiwan (Chinese) (X tons) were the major importers of methacrylic acid and its salts, together generating 63% of total imports. Italy (X tons), Canada (X tons), the UK (X tons), Brazil (X tons), Japan (X tons) and Germany (X tons) took a minor share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main importing countries, was attained by the Netherlands (with a CAGR of +30.7%), while imports for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, France ($X), the United States ($X) and India ($X) were the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2022, together comprising 36% of global imports. Malaysia, the Netherlands, China, Italy, Taiwan (Chinese), Germany, the UK, Brazil, Japan and Canada lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 44%.

In terms of the main importing countries, the Netherlands, with a CAGR of +27.0%, recorded the highest growth rate of 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

In 2022, the average methacrylic acid import price amounted to $X per ton, remaining constant against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 an increase of 49% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the maximum at $X per ton in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, import prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Germany ($X per ton), while Canada ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the UK (+3.3%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

Germany constituted the country with the largest volume of methacrylic acid consumption, 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.
Germany constituted the country with the largest volume of methacrylic acid production, accounting for 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.
In value terms, China, Germany and Belgium were the countries with the highest levels of exports in 2021, with a combined 54% share of global exports. The United States, Thailand, South Korea and the UK lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 34%.
In value terms, the largest methacrylic acid importing markets worldwide were France, the United States and Belgium, together comprising 37% of global imports. The Netherlands, China, Malaysia, Germany, Italy, Brazil, Taiwan Chinese), Spain, Canada and Japan lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 44%.
The average methacrylic acid export price stood at $2,539 per ton in 2021, picking up by 42% against the previous year.
In 2021, the average methacrylic acid import price amounted to $2,469 per ton, picking up by 36% against the previous year.

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

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 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 2012–2024
    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 2012–2024
    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 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

  13. 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

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