Global Cellulosic Polymers Market Size & Outlook

The cellulosic polymers industry worldwide is expected to reach a projected revenue of US$ 14,880.1 million by 2030. A compound annual growth rate of 6.5% is expected of the worldwide cellulosic polymers industry from 2023 to 2030.

Revenue, 2022 (US$M)
$9,019.3
Forecast, 2030 (US$M)
$14,880.1
CAGR, 2023 - 2030
6.5%
Report Coverage
Worldwide

Global cellulosic polymers market highlights

  • The global cellulosic polymers market generated a revenue of USD 9,019.3 million in 2022 and is expected to reach USD 14,880.1 million by 2030.
  • The market is expected to grow at a CAGR (2023 - 2030) of 6.5% by 2030.
  • In terms of segment, cellulose ethers accounted for a revenue of USD 4,737.2 million in 2022.
  • Cellulose Esters is the most lucrative type segment registering the fastest growth during the forecast period.
  • In terms of region, Asia Pacific was the largest revenue generating market in 2022.
  • Country-wise, South Africa is expected to register the highest CAGR from 2023 to 2030.

Global data book summary

Market revenue in 2022USD 9,019.3 million
Market revenue in 2030USD 14,880.1 million
Growth rate6.5% (CAGR from 2022 to 2030)
Largest segmentCellulose ethers
Fastest growing segmentCellulose Esters
Historical data covered2018 - 2021
Base year for estimation2022
Forecast period covered2023 - 2030
Quantitative unitsRevenue in USD million
Market segmentationCellulose Esters, Cellulose Ethers

Other key industry trends

  • In terms of revenue, the North America accounted for 17.1% of the global cellulosic polymers market in 2022.
  • By country, the China is projected to lead the global market in terms of revenue in 2030.
  • By country, South Africa is the fastest growing regional market and is projected to reach USD 43.0 million by 2030.

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Cellulosic Polymers Market Scope

Cellulosic polymers market segmentation & scope
Cellulose Acetate
Others (CAB & CAP)
Regenerated Cellulose
Fibers (Viscose, Modal, Lyocell, and Cupro)
Films (Hydrated Cellulose Foil)
Paints & Coatings
Flexible Packaging
Skin Care
Print Laminations
Others
Food & Beverage
Building & Construction
Personal & Cosmetic Care
Medical & Pharmaceutical
Others (Oil & Gas, Textile)

Cellulosic Polymers Market Companies

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Global cellulosic polymers market outlook

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cellulose ethers was the largest segment with a revenue share of 52.52% in 2022. Horizon Databook has segmented the Global cellulosic polymers market based on cellulose esters, cellulose ethers covering the revenue growth of each sub-segment from 2018 to 2030.


  • Global Cellulosic Polymers Type Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018-2030)
    • Cellulose Esters
      • Cellulose Acetate
      • Others (CAB & CAP)
    • Cellulose Ethers
      • Regenerated Cellulose
      • Fibers (Viscose, Modal, Lyocell, and Cupro)
      • Films (Hydrated Cellulose Foil)
  • Global Cellulosic Polymers Application Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018-2030)
    • Paints & Coatings
    • Flexible Packaging
    • Skin Care
    • Print Laminations
    • Others
  • Global Cellulosic Polymers End Use Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018-2030)
    • Food & Beverage
    • Building & Construction
    • Personal & Cosmetic Care
    • Medical & Pharmaceutical
    • Others (Oil & Gas, Textile)

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Top 10 countries: Cellulosic polymers market size, 2022 (USD Million)

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