South Africa Cellulosic Polymers Market Size & Outlook

The cellulosic polymers market in South Africa is expected to reach a projected revenue of US$ 43.0 million by 2030. A compound annual growth rate of 4.7% is expected of South Africa cellulosic polymers market from 2023 to 2030.

Revenue, 2022 (US$M)
$29.7
Forecast, 2030 (US$M)
$43.0
CAGR, 2023 - 2030
4.7%
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South Africa cellulosic polymers market highlights

  • The South Africa cellulosic polymers market generated a revenue of USD 29.7 million in 2022 and is expected to reach USD 43.0 million by 2030.
  • The South Africa market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 4.7% from 2023 to 2030.
  • In terms of segment, cellulose ethers was the largest revenue generating type in 2022.
  • Cellulose Esters is the most lucrative type segment registering the fastest growth during the forecast period.

Cellulosic polymers market data book summary

Market revenue in 2022USD 29.7 million
Market revenue in 2030USD 43.0 million
Growth rate4.7% (CAGR from 2022 to 2030)
Largest segmentCellulose ethers
Fastest growing segmentCellulose Esters
Historical data2018 - 2021
Base year2022
Forecast period2023 - 2030
Quantitative unitsRevenue in USD million
Market segmentationCellulose Esters, Cellulose Ethers
Key market players worldwideAshland Inc, Shin-Etsu Chemical Co Ltd, Celanese Corp Class A, Daicel Corp, Eastman Chemical Co, Lenzing AG, Dow Inc, Mitsubishi Chemical Group Corp, Grasim Industries Ltd DR, Sappi Ltd ADR, Nouryon, CP Kelco

Other key industry trends

  • In terms of revenue, South Africa accounted for 0.3% of the global cellulosic polymers market in 2022.
  • Country-wise, China is expected to lead the global market in terms of revenue in 2030.
  • In Middle East & Africa, Saudi Arabia cellulosic polymers market is projected to lead the regional market in terms of revenue in 2030.
  • Saudi Arabia is the fastest growing regional market in Middle East & Africa and is projected to reach USD 70.5 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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South Africa cellulosic polymers market outlook

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Cellulose ethers was the largest segment with a revenue share of 54.21% in 2022. Horizon Databook has segmented the South Africa cellulosic polymers market based on cellulose esters, cellulose ethers covering the revenue growth of each sub-segment from 2018 to 2030.


  • South Africa 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)
  • South Africa Cellulosic Polymers Application Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018-2030)
    • Paints & Coatings
    • Flexible Packaging
    • Skin Care
    • Print Laminations
    • Others
  • South Africa 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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