| Product Code: ETC4746320 | Publication Date: Nov 2023 | Updated Date: Nov 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Sachin Kumar Rai | No. of Pages: 60 | No. of Figures: 30 | No. of Tables: 5 |
Norway`s propionic acid import market in 2024 continued to see significant concentration, with top exporting countries being Sweden, Germany, Netherlands, Canada, and Ireland. Despite the high concentration levels, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2020 to 2024 was recorded at -2.87%. However, there was a notable decline in growth from 2023 to 2024, with a negative growth rate of -12.32%. This trend suggests a challenging market environment for propionic acid imports into Norway, potentially influenced by various factors impacting the industry during this period.

The Propionic acid market in Norway is projected to grow at a stable growth rate of 4.94% by 2027, within the Europe region led by Germany, along with other countries like United Kingdom, France, Italy and Russia, collectively shaping a dynamic and evolving market environment driven by innovation and increasing adoption of emerging technologies.

Propionic acid is used in Norway primarily as a preservative in food and animal feed due to its antimicrobial properties. The market is influenced by the demand from the food industry for safe, efficient preservatives and from agriculture for animal feed additives. Additionally, propionic acid is utilized in the production of various chemicals, further expanding its market potential. Regulatory frameworks surrounding food safety and chemical production in Norway shape the development of this market.
The drivers of the propionic acid market in Norway are closely tied to its use as a preservative in the food and animal feed industries. Propionic acid helps inhibit the growth of mold and bacteria, making it essential for prolonging the shelf life of food products and preventing spoilage in animal feed. Additionally, propionic acid is used in the production of cellulose acetate and herbicides, which are widely used in agriculture. Growing demand for preservatives, coupled with the increasing focus on food safety and livestock health, is propelling market growth.
The propionic acid market in Norway faces several challenges, including fluctuations in raw material prices and supply chain disruptions. Propionic acid production is sensitive to changes in the cost of feedstocks, which can impact overall market stability. Additionally, the market is influenced by environmental regulations, as propionic acid production and use can have environmental implications. There is also competition from alternative acids and preservatives, which can affect demand.
The Norwegian market for propionic acid is regulated under chemical safety and environmental policies. The governments focus on reducing environmental impact and ensuring safe chemical usage affects the production and application of propionic acid. Regulations include guidelines for handling, storage, and waste management of chemicals.
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 Norway Propionic acid Market Overview |
3.1 Norway Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Norway Propionic acid Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Norway Propionic acid Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Norway Propionic acid Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Norway Propionic acid Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Norway Propionic acid Market Revenues & Volume Share, By End use Industry, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Norway Propionic acid Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing demand for preservatives in the food industry |
4.2.2 Growing awareness about the benefits of propionic acid in animal feed preservation |
4.2.3 Rise in the production of pharmaceuticals requiring propionic acid as a key ingredient |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Stringent regulations and approvals required for the use of propionic acid in certain applications |
4.3.2 Fluctuating raw material prices impacting the production cost of propionic acid |
5 Norway Propionic acid Market Trends |
6 Norway Propionic acid Market Segmentations |
6.1 Norway Propionic acid Market, By Application |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Norway Propionic acid Market Revenues & Volume, By Herbicides, 2021-2031F |
6.1.3 Norway Propionic acid Market Revenues & Volume, By Rubber Products, 2021-2031F |
6.1.4 Norway Propionic acid Market Revenues & Volume, By Plasticizers, 2021-2031F |
6.1.5 Norway Propionic acid Market Revenues & Volume, By Food Preservatives, 2021-2031F |
6.1.6 Norway Propionic acid Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021-2031F |
6.2 Norway Propionic acid Market, By End use Industry |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Norway Propionic acid Market Revenues & Volume, By Pharmaceuticals, 2021-2031F |
6.2.3 Norway Propionic acid Market Revenues & Volume, By Personal Care, 2021-2031F |
6.2.4 Norway Propionic acid Market Revenues & Volume, By Food & Beverage, 2021-2031F |
6.2.5 Norway Propionic acid Market Revenues & Volume, By Agriculture, 2021-2031F |
6.2.6 Norway Propionic acid Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021-2031F |
7 Norway Propionic acid Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Norway Propionic acid Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Norway Propionic acid Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Norway Propionic acid Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Research and development investment in propionic acid technology |
8.2 Adoption rate of propionic acid in various industries |
8.3 Number of new product launches containing propionic acid |
8.4 Environmental sustainability initiatives in propionic acid production |
8.5 Market penetration rate of propionic acid in the target industries |
9 Norway Propionic acid Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Norway Propionic acid Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Norway Propionic acid Market Opportunity Assessment, By End use Industry, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Norway Propionic acid Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Norway Propionic acid Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Norway Propionic acid Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations | 13 Disclaimer |
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