| Product Code: ETC4783658 | Publication Date: Nov 2023 | Updated Date: Apr 2026 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Shubham Padhi | No. of Pages: 60 | No. of Figures: 30 | No. of Tables: 5 |

The Ireland Acrylonitrile Market has experienced a tumultuous trajectory, marked by significant fluctuations in market size and growth rates. The market peaked in 2021 at €201.04 thousand, reflecting an extraordinary growth rate of 9691.75% from the previous year. However, this was followed by a modest growth of 0.68% in 2022, and a sharp decline in subsequent years, with actual market sizes dropping to €3.85 thousand in 2023 and €1.17 thousand in 2024, resulting in a negative CAGR of -92.41% for the period 2022-2024. Looking ahead, the forecasted period from 2025 to 2030 indicates a continued decline, with projected market sizes decreasing to €137.30 thousand by 2030 and a CAGR of -30.00%. Factors contributing to this downward trend may include reduced demand in key industries and increased competition from alternative materials. As the market stabilizes, macro drivers such as sustainability initiatives and technological advancements may influence future developments.

The Ireland Acrylonitrile Market witnessed fluctuations in both exports and imports during the period under review. In 2019, exports stood at €1.08 thousand, while imports were significantly higher at €1.74 thousand. The following year, imports surged to €2.58 thousand, showcasing a notable increase. However, 2021 saw a substantial decrease in exports to €586 million, contrasting with a sharp rise in imports to €332.98 thousand, indicating a shift in trade dynamics. The year 2022 experienced a significant decline in exports to €28 thousand and imports to €4.88 thousand, with the trend continuing in subsequent years. These variations could be attributed to factors such as changes in global demand for acrylonitrile, fluctuations in raw material prices, and shifts in production capacities within the industry, aligning with the reported CAGR decline in imports between 2022 and 2024. Such fluctuations highlight the market's sensitivity to external factors and underline the importance of strategic planning and risk management in the acrylonitrile sector.
1 Executive Summary |
2 Introduction |
2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.2 Report Description |
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3 Ireland Acrylonitrile Market Overview |
3.1 Ireland Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Ireland Acrylonitrile Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Ireland Acrylonitrile Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Ireland Acrylonitrile Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Ireland Acrylonitrile Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Ireland Acrylonitrile Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Growing demand for acrylonitrile in the Irish manufacturing sector |
4.2.2 Increasing use of acrylonitrile in the production of plastics and synthetic fibers |
4.2.3 Favorable government regulations promoting the use of acrylonitrile in various industries |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Fluctuating prices of raw materials used in acrylonitrile production |
4.3.2 Environmental concerns related to the production process of acrylonitrile |
4.3.3 Competition from alternative materials in the market |
5 Ireland Acrylonitrile Market Trends |
6 Ireland Acrylonitrile Market Segmentations |
6.1 Ireland Acrylonitrile Market, By Application |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Ireland Acrylonitrile Market Revenues & Volume, By Acrylic Fiber, 2021-2031F |
6.1.3 Ireland Acrylonitrile Market Revenues & Volume, By Adiponitrile, 2021-2031F |
6.1.4 Ireland Acrylonitrile Market Revenues & Volume, By Styrene Acrylonitrile, 2021-2031F |
6.1.5 Ireland Acrylonitrile Market Revenues & Volume, By Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene, 2021-2031F |
6.1.6 Ireland Acrylonitrile Market Revenues & Volume, By Acrylamide, 2021-2031F |
6.1.7 Ireland Acrylonitrile Market Revenues & Volume, By Carbon Fiber, 2021-2031F |
6.1.9 Ireland Acrylonitrile Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021-2031F |
6.1.10 Ireland Acrylonitrile Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021-2031F |
7 Ireland Acrylonitrile Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Ireland Acrylonitrile Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Ireland Acrylonitrile Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Ireland Acrylonitrile Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Average selling price of acrylonitrile in Ireland |
8.2 Rate of capacity utilization in acrylonitrile production facilities |
8.3 Number of new product developments or innovations in the acrylonitrile market in Ireland |
8.4 Adoption rate of acrylonitrile-based products by key industries in Ireland |
8.5 Environmental impact assessment scores related to acrylonitrile production in Ireland |
9 Ireland Acrylonitrile Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Ireland Acrylonitrile Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Ireland Acrylonitrile Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Ireland Acrylonitrile Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Ireland Acrylonitrile Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations | 13 Disclaimer |
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