Adipic Acid Global Market Report 2026

Adipic acid is a white, crystalline dicarboxylic acid with the molecular formula C6H10O4. Its primary applications include the production of nylon and the manufacturing of plasticizers, polyurethane, lubricants, and food additives.

The main raw materials for adipic acid production are cyclohexanol and cyclohexanone. Cyclohexanol is crucial as it undergoes oxidation to form adipic acid, a pivotal step in the manufacturing process. Sales channels for adipic acid include both direct and indirect sales. Its applications span nylon 6, 6 fiber, nylon 6, 6 resin, polyurethanes, and adipate esters, serving various industries such as automotive, electrical and electronics, packaging, consumer products, building and construction, textiles, and others.

Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report's Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.

Tariffs have significantly influenced the adipic acid market by increasing costs associated with imported raw materials such as cyclohexanone and cyclohexanol, thereby affecting overall production economics. Higher duties have particularly impacted nylon 6,6 fiber and resin segments in Asia Pacific and Europe, where cross border chemical trade is extensive. These tariffs have led manufacturers to re evaluate sourcing strategies and absorb cost pressures across automotive and textile applications. On the positive side, tariffs have encouraged local production investments and capacity expansions in emerging markets, strengthening regional supply chains and reducing long term import dependence.

The adipic acid market research report is one of a series of new reports from The Business Research Company that provides adipic acid market statistics, including adipic acid industry global market size, regional shares, competitors with a adipic acid market share, detailed adipic acid market segments, market trends and opportunities, and any further data you may need to thrive in the adipic acid industry. This adipic acid market research report delivers a complete perspective of everything you need, with an in-depth analysis of the current and future scenario of the industry.

The adipic acid market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $7.46 billion in 2025 to $7.88 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.6%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growth of nylon fiber production, expansion of automotive manufacturing, rising demand for plasticizers, increased use in polyurethane foams, availability of petrochemical feedstocks.

The adipic acid market size is expected to see steady growth in the next few years. It will grow to $9.57 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.0%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to electric vehicle lightweighting demand, shift toward sustainable polymers, growth in construction insulation materials, technological advancements in adipic acid synthesis, rising packaging applications. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing demand for nylon 6,6 in automotive applications, rising use of adipic acid in lightweight engineering plastics, growing adoption of bio based adipic acid production routes, expansion of polyurethane applications in construction, higher focus on process efficiency and emission reduction.

The increasing automobile industry is expected to propel the growth of the adipic acid market going forward. The automobile industry encompasses the companies and activities involved in designing, developing, manufacturing, marketing, and selling motor vehicles. Its growth is driven by rising demand for personal mobility, economic expansion, and ongoing urbanization. Adipic acid contributes significantly to the performance, durability, and aesthetics of automotive components and materials, enhancing vehicle efficiency and safety. For example, in April 2024, the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders, a UK-based trade association, reported that the number of vehicles on UK roads reached 41.4 million in 2023, with car ownership rising by 1.6% to 35.7 million. Therefore, the expansion of the automobile industry is driving the growth of the adipic acid market.

Major companies in the adipic acid market are focusing on developing innovative products, such as bio-based nylon 6,6, to improve sustainability and reduce the carbon footprint associated with polymer production. Bio-based nylon 6,6 is a polyamide polymer produced using renewable feedstocks such as used cooking oil or plant-derived materials instead of traditional fossil fuels. For instance, in December 2024, Ascend Performance Materials, a U.S.-based manufacturer of engineered plastics and performance chemicals, successfully produced acrylonitrile, hexamethylene diamine, adipic acid, and nylon 6,6 from used cooking-oil-derived feedstocks under its Bioserve portfolio. The resulting nylon 6,6 has a 25% lower carbon footprint compared with conventional nylon while maintaining equivalent mechanical strength, thermal stability, and processing versatility. This bio-based nylon 6,6 is suitable for high-performance applications in textiles, automotive components, and industrial uses, offering a sustainable alternative without compromising quality or performance.

In July 2025, BASF SE, a Germany-based chemical company, acquired a 49% stake from DOMO Chemicals in their joint venture Alsachimie for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition aims to strengthen BASF's polyamide 6.6 production capabilities and enhance supply chain integration of key raw materials. DOMO Chemicals GmbH is a Germany-based company specializing in the production of polyamide 6.6 precursors, including KA-oil, adipic acid, and hexamethylenediamine adipate, serving automotive, consumer goods, industrial, and electrical and electronics sectors.

Major companies operating in the adipic acid market are PetroChina Company Limited, Invista, BASF SE, Sumitomo Chemical Company Limited, Asahi Kasei Corporation, Evonik Industries AG, Du Pont de Nemours Inc., LANXESS AG, Huntsman Corporation, Solvay Societe Anonyme, UBE Corporation, Ascend Performance Materials Operations LLC, Shenan Shenma Nylon Chemical Co. Ltd., Radici Partecipazioni SpA, Fibrant BV, DOMO Chemicals GmbH, Huafon Group Co. Ltd, Hualu Hengsheng Chemical Co. Ltd, Liaoyang Sinopec (Liaoyang Sinopec Chemical Fiber Co. Ltd), Mitsui Chemicals, Inc., Nippon Shokubai Co. Ltd, Chongqing Huafon Chemical Co. Ltd, Shandong Hongye Chemical Company Ltd, DSM-Firmenich (DSM N.V. adipic acid arm), Rennovia Inc, Myriant Corporation, Toray Industries, Inc, Kumho Petrochemical Co. Ltd

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the adipic acid market in 2025. The regions covered in the adipic acid market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa

The countries covered in the adipic acid market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain

The adipic acid market consists of sales of industrial grade adipic acid, high purity adipic acid, food grade adipic acid, and technical grade adipic acid. 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.

Adipic Acid Market Global Report 2026 from The Business Research Company provides strategists, marketers and senior management with the critical information they need to assess the market.

This report focuses adipic acid market which is experiencing strong growth. The report gives a guide to the trends which will be shaping the market over the next ten years and beyond.

Reasons to Purchase

• Gain a truly global perspective with the most comprehensive report available on this market covering 16 geographies.
• Assess the impact of key macro factors such as geopolitical conflicts, trade policies and tariffs, inflation and interest rate fluctuations, and evolving regulatory landscapes.
• Create regional and country strategies on the basis of local data and analysis.
• Identify growth segments for investment.
• Outperform competitors using forecast data and the drivers and trends shaping the market.
• Understand customers based on end user analysis.
• Benchmark performance against key competitors based on market share, innovation, and brand strength.
• Evaluate the total addressable market (TAM) and market attractiveness scoring to measure market potential.
• Suitable for supporting your internal and external presentations with reliable high-quality data and analysis
• Report will be updated with the latest data and delivered to you within 2-3 working days of order along with an Excel data sheet for easy data extraction and analysis.
• All data from the report will also be delivered in an excel dashboard format.

Where is the largest and fastest growing market for adipic acid ? How does the market relate to the overall economy, demography and other similar markets? What forces will shape the market going forward, including technological disruption, regulatory shifts, and changing consumer preferences? The adipic acid market global report from the Business Research Company answers all these questions and many more.

The report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, total addressable market (TAM), market attractiveness score (MAS), competitive landscape, market shares, company scoring matrix, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market's historic and forecast market growth by geography.

• The market characteristics section of the report defines and explains the market. This section also examines key products and services offered in the market, evaluates brand-level differentiation, compares product features, and highlights major innovation and product development trends.
• The supply chain analysis section provides an overview of the entire value chain, including key raw materials, resources, and supplier analysis. It also provides a list competitor at each level of the supply chain.
• The updated trends and strategies section analyses the shape of the market as it evolves and highlights emerging technology trends such as digital transformation, automation, sustainability initiatives, and AI-driven innovation. It suggests how companies can leverage these advancements to strengthen their market position and achieve competitive differentiation.
• The regulatory and investment landscape section provides an overview of the key regulatory frameworks, regularity bodies, associations, and government policies influencing the market. It also examines major investment flows, incentives, and funding trends shaping industry growth and innovation.
• The market size section gives the market size ($b) covering both the historic growth of the market, and forecasting its development.
• The forecasts are made after considering the major factors currently impacting the market. These include the technological advancements such as AI and automation, Russia-Ukraine war, trade tariffs (government-imposed import/export duties), elevated inflation and interest rates.
• The total addressable market (TAM) analysis section defines and estimates the market potential compares it with the current market size, and provides strategic insights and growth opportunities based on this evaluation.
• The market attractiveness scoring section evaluates the market based on a quantitative scoring framework that considers growth potential, competitive dynamics, strategic fit, and risk profile. It also provides interpretive insights and strategic implications for decision-makers.
• Market segmentations break down the market into sub markets.
• The regional and country breakdowns section gives an analysis of the market in each geography and the size of the market by geography and compares their historic and forecast growth.
• Expanded geographical coverage includes Taiwan and Southeast Asia, reflecting recent supply chain realignments and manufacturing shifts in the region. This section analyzes how these markets are becoming increasingly important hubs in the global value chain.
• The competitive landscape chapter gives a description of the competitive nature of the market, market shares, and a description of the leading companies. Key financial deals which have shaped the market in recent years are identified.
• The company scoring matrix section evaluates and ranks leading companies based on a multi-parameter framework that includes market share or revenues, product innovation, and brand recognition.

Scope

• Markets Covered:1) By Raw Material: Cyclohexanol; Cyclohexanone
• 2) By Sales Channel: Direct Sale; Indirect Sale
• 3) By Application: Nylon 6, 6 Fiber; Nylon 6, 6 Resin; Polyurethanes; Adipate Esters
• 4) By End Use Industry: Automotive; Electrical And Electronics; Packaging And Consumer Products; Building And Construction; Textile; Other End-Use Industries
• Subsegments:
• 1) By Cyclohexanol: Hydrogenation Of Cyclohexene; Cyclohexanol-Based Processes For Adipic Acid Production; Catalytic Hydrogenation Of Cyclohexanol; Production Of High-Purity Cyclohexanol For Adipic Acid Synthesis
• 2) By Cyclohexanone: Oxidation Of Cyclohexane To Cyclohexanone; Use Of Cyclohexanone As A Precursor In The Production Of Adipic Acid
• Companies Mentioned: PetroChina Company Limited; Invista; BASF SE; Sumitomo Chemical Company Limited; Asahi Kasei Corporation; Evonik Industries AG; Du Pont de Nemours Inc.; LANXESS AG; Huntsman Corporation; Solvay Societe Anonyme; UBE Corporation; Ascend Performance Materials Operations LLC; Shenan Shenma Nylon Chemical Co. Ltd.; Radici Partecipazioni SpA; Fibrant BV; DOMO Chemicals GmbH; Huafon Group Co. Ltd; Hualu Hengsheng Chemical Co. Ltd; Liaoyang Sinopec (Liaoyang Sinopec Chemical Fiber Co. Ltd); Mitsui Chemicals, Inc.; Nippon Shokubai Co. Ltd; Chongqing Huafon Chemical Co. Ltd; Shandong Hongye Chemical Company Ltd; DSM-Firmenich (DSM N.V. adipic acid arm); Rennovia Inc; Myriant Corporation; Toray Industries, Inc; Kumho Petrochemical Co. Ltd
• Countries: Australia; Brazil; China; France; Germany; India; Indonesia; Japan; Taiwan; Russia; South Korea; UK; USA; Canada; Italy; Spain
• Regions: Asia-Pacific; South East Asia; Western Europe; Eastern Europe; North America; South America; Middle East; Africa
• Time Series: Five years historic and ten years forecast.
• Data: Ratios of market size and growth to related markets, GDP proportions, expenditure per capita,
• Data Segmentations: country and regional historic and forecast data, market share of competitors, market segments.
• Sourcing and Referencing: Data and analysis throughout the report is sourced using end notes.
• Delivery Format: Word, PDF or Interactive Report
• + Excel Dashboard
• Added Benefits
• Bi-Annual Data Update
• Customisation
• Expert Consultant Support

Added Benefits available all on all list-price licence purchases, to be claimed at time of purchase. Customisations within report scope and limited to 20% of content and consultant support time limited to 8 hours.