Cellulose Acetate Market Report 2025

The cellulose acetate market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $5.44 billion in 2024 to $5.82 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to film and photography industry, cigarette filters, textile industry, consumer goods manufacturing, demand for acetate tow, increased biomedical applications.

The cellulose acetate market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $7.94 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.1%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to shift to biodegradable materials, increasing eyewear market, biomedical advancements, expansion of textile industry, sustainable fashion trends. Major trends in the forecast period include bio-based cellulose acetate, customized acetate blends, cellulose acetate butyrate, innovation in film and coating applications, market consolidation and acquisitions.

The anticipated surge in cigarette consumption is set to drive the expansion of the cellulose acetate market. This growth is attributed to rapid economic advancements and population increases in low- and middle-income countries, fostering an expected rise in cigarette usage. Cellulose acetate holds a pivotal role in crafting cigarette filters, which dominate the global market. These filters are instrumental in effectively removing tar and nicotine while ensuring an enhanced smoking experience for users. For example, as per the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's March 2022 data, approximately 40 million US adults remained active cigarette smokers, with an estimated 2.55 million middle and high school students using various tobacco products, including e-cigarettes. Disturbingly, around 1,600 youth under 18 years old initiated their first cigarette use daily. Consequently, the burgeoning consumption of cigarettes serves as a significant driving factor fueling the expansion of the cellulose acetate market.

The growth of the personal care industry is indeed propelling the cellulose acetate market. Cellulose acetate is widely utilized in personal care products due to its excellent binding, thickening, stabilizing, and moisturizing properties, making it an essential ingredient in items like body lotions, shampoos, face creams, and cold creams. For instance, data from The Observatory of Economic Complexity indicates that the export of personal care and beauty products in the USA rose from $491 million to $534 million between July 2023 and July 2024, reflecting an increase of 8.76%. This surge in exports underscores the expanding demand for personal care products, which directly contributes to the growth of the cellulose acetate market. As consumer awareness regarding personal hygiene and wellness continues to rise, along with the increasing demand for high-quality personal care products, the cellulose acetate market is expected to experience significant growth in response.

Prominent players in the cellulose acetate market are strategically pursuing partnerships to gain a competitive advantage. These collaborations are geared toward creating innovative solutions that cater to the increasing demand for advanced materials in 5G mmWave applications. As an illustration, in June 2023, Celanese Corporation, a US-based materials company, joined forces with Micromax Electronic Inks and Pastes, a Celanese Corporation brand, and Industrial Technological Research Institute (ITRI), a Taiwan-based research institute. This partnership aims to capitalize on Celanese's cellulose acetate expertise and Micromax's expertise in conductive inks and pastes to develop cutting-edge materials for 5G wireless devices.

Prominent companies in the cellulose acetate market are actively pursuing strategic partnerships to establish a competitive advantage. These collaborations are aimed at developing sustainable acetate, a pivotal initiative in reducing the environmental footprint of the eyewear industry. For instance, in March 2022, German-based eyewear design manufacturer MYKITA GmbH forged a partnership with Eastman Chemical Company, a US-based chemical industry firm. Through this alliance, MYKITA GmbH is committed to replacing its entire acetate supply with the eco-friendly alternative, Acetate Renew, ensuring identical material properties to traditional acetate without compromising quality. This transition involves employing Carbon Renewal Technology (CRT) to convert hard-to-recycle waste back into its original molecules.

In November 2022, Celanese Corporation, a US-based materials company, completed the acquisition of DuPont de Nemours, Inc.'s Mobility And Materials business for $11 billion. Through this strategic move, Celanese Corporation intends to optimize its portfolio and redirect resources toward sectors exhibiting greater growth potential. DuPont de Nemours Inc., a US-based chemicals company known for its cellulose acetate offerings, was the seller in this acquisition.

Major companies operating in the cellulose acetate market include Sichuan Push Acetati Co. Ltd., China National Tobacco Corporation, Dayang Chem (Hangzhou) Co. Ltd., Mitsubishi Chemical Holdings Corporation, Asahi Kasei Corporation, Toray Industries Inc., Solvay S.A., Eastman Chemical Company, Celanese Corporation, Showa Denko K.K., Teijin Limited, Sappi Limited, Kaneka Corporation, Daicel Corporation, Kuraray Co. Ltd., Toyobo Co. Ltd., SK Chemicals Co. Ltd., Rayonier Advanced Materials Inc., Nippon Acetate Co. Ltd., Mazzucchelli 1849 S.p.A., Unitika Ltd., Cerdia International GmbH, Borregaard ASA, Acetex Corporation, Tianjin NAT Technology Co. Ltd., Rotuba Extruders Inc., Haihang Industry Co. Ltd., Youngbo Textile Co. LTD., Acetati S.p.A., Acetylation Industries Inc.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the cellulose acetate market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the cellulose acetate market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the cellulose acetate market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

Cellulose acetate, a nontoxic and biodegradable derivative of cellulose, is produced by acetylation and used in textile fibers, packaging sheets, photographic films, and varnishes.

Cellulose acetate primarily exists in two forms such as fiber and plastic. Cellulose acetate fibers are manufactured by treating refined cellulose (obtained from linters or wood pulp) with acetic acid and acetic anhydride. These fibers find application in textile production and as substrates for motion picture camera film. Additionally, cellulose acetate is available in various by-products such as cellulose acetate filament, cellulose ester plastics, cellulose acetate tow, cellulose acetate flakes, among others. It is extensively used in diverse applications including cigarette filters, textiles, photographic films, tapes, labels, and more.

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The cellulose acetate market consists of sales of different types of cellulose acetate, including cellulose diacetate and cellulose triacetate. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is, the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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