South Africa Cumene Market (2025-2031) Outlook | Value, Forecast, Revenue, Companies, Industry, Size, Analysis, Growth, Share & Trends

Market Forecast By Type (Zeloite, Solid Phosphoric Acid, Aluminum Chloride), By Application (Phenol, Acetone, Others) And Competitive Landscape
Product Code: ETC321528 Publication Date: Aug 2022 Updated Date: Aug 2025 Product Type: Market Research Report
Publisher: 6Wresearch Author: Shubham Padhi No. of Pages: 75 No. of Figures: 35 No. of Tables: 20

South Africa Cumene Market Size Growth Rate


The South Africa Cumene Market is projected to witness mixed growth rate patterns during 2025 to 2029. Starting at 4.55% in 2025, the market peaks at 9.34% in 2028, and settles at 5.36% by 2029.

South Africa Cumene Market Growth Rate

South Africa Cumene Market Overview

The cumene market in South Africa involves the production and consumption of cumene, a key raw material for phenol and acetone production. Phenol and acetone are essential chemicals used in various industries including plastics, pharmaceuticals, and paints. Market dynamics are influenced by factors such as petrochemical feedstock availability, demand from end-user industries, and global market trends.

Drivers of the market

In South Africa, the Cumene market is experiencing growth due to the expanding chemical manufacturing sector and the increasing demand for cumene as a key intermediate in the production of phenol and acetone. Cumene is primarily used as a raw material in the synthesis of phenol and acetone, which are essential chemicals in various industries, including automotive, construction, electronics, and pharmaceuticals. The market is driven by factors such as the rising demand for phenol-based products, infrastructure development projects, and investments in petrochemical infrastructure in South Africa.

Challenges of the market

Challenges in the cumene market include raw material availability and market demand dynamics. Ensuring a consistent supply of raw materials for cumene production while managing production capacity and meeting fluctuating demand poses challenges to manufacturers in South Africa.

Government Policy of the market

Government policies in the cumene market aim to promote safety, environmental protection, and industry competitiveness. Regulations address chemical handling, emissions control, and waste management practices to minimize environmental impact and ensure workplace safety.

Key Highlights of the Report:

  • South Africa Cumene Market Outlook
  • Market Size of South Africa Cumene Market, 2024
  • Forecast of South Africa Cumene Market, 2031
  • Historical Data and Forecast of South Africa Cumene Revenues & Volume for the Period 2021-2031
  • South Africa Cumene Market Trend Evolution
  • South Africa Cumene Market Drivers and Challenges
  • South Africa Cumene Price Trends
  • South Africa Cumene Porter's Five Forces
  • South Africa Cumene Industry Life Cycle
  • Historical Data and Forecast of South Africa Cumene Market Revenues & Volume By Type for the Period 2021-2031
  • Historical Data and Forecast of South Africa Cumene Market Revenues & Volume By Zeloite for the Period 2021-2031
  • Historical Data and Forecast of South Africa Cumene Market Revenues & Volume By Solid Phosphoric Acid for the Period 2021-2031
  • Historical Data and Forecast of South Africa Cumene Market Revenues & Volume By Aluminum Chloride for the Period 2021-2031
  • Historical Data and Forecast of South Africa Cumene Market Revenues & Volume By Application for the Period 2021-2031
  • Historical Data and Forecast of South Africa Cumene Market Revenues & Volume By Phenol for the Period 2021-2031
  • Historical Data and Forecast of South Africa Cumene Market Revenues & Volume By Acetone for the Period 2021-2031
  • Historical Data and Forecast of South Africa Cumene Market Revenues & Volume By Others for the Period 2021-2031
  • South Africa Cumene Import Export Trade Statistics
  • Market Opportunity Assessment By Type
  • Market Opportunity Assessment By Application
  • South Africa Cumene Top Companies Market Share
  • South Africa Cumene Competitive Benchmarking By Technical and Operational Parameters
  • South Africa Cumene Company Profiles
  • South Africa Cumene Key Strategic Recommendations

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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 South Africa Cumene Market Overview

3.1 South Africa Country Macro Economic Indicators

3.2 South Africa Cumene Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F

3.3 South Africa Cumene Market - Industry Life Cycle

3.4 South Africa Cumene Market - Porter's Five Forces

3.5 South Africa Cumene Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Type, 2021 & 2031F

3.6 South Africa Cumene Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application, 2021 & 2031F

4 South Africa Cumene Market Dynamics

4.1 Impact Analysis

4.2 Market Drivers

4.2.1 Increasing demand for phenol, a key derivative of cumene, in industries such as automotive, construction, and electronics.

4.2.2 Growing investments in petrochemical infrastructure in South Africa.

4.2.3 Rising focus on sustainable practices and the shift towards bio-based cumene production methods.

4.3 Market Restraints

4.3.1 Fluctuating prices of raw materials such as benzene and propylene, impacting the cost of cumene production.

4.3.2 Regulatory challenges and environmental concerns related to the production and usage of cumene.

4.3.3 Competition from alternative chemicals and processes that can serve as substitutes for cumene.

5 South Africa Cumene Market Trends

6 South Africa Cumene Market, By Types

6.1 South Africa Cumene Market, By Type

6.1.1 Overview and Analysis

6.1.2 South Africa Cumene Market Revenues & Volume, By Type, 2021-2031F

6.1.3 South Africa Cumene Market Revenues & Volume, By Zeloite, 2021-2031F

6.1.4 South Africa Cumene Market Revenues & Volume, By Solid Phosphoric Acid, 2021-2031F

6.1.5 South Africa Cumene Market Revenues & Volume, By Aluminum Chloride, 2021-2031F

6.2 South Africa Cumene Market, By Application

6.2.1 Overview and Analysis

6.2.2 South Africa Cumene Market Revenues & Volume, By Phenol, 2021-2031F

6.2.3 South Africa Cumene Market Revenues & Volume, By Acetone, 2021-2031F

6.2.4 South Africa Cumene Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021-2031F

7 South Africa Cumene Market Import-Export Trade Statistics

7.1 South Africa Cumene Market Export to Major Countries

7.2 South Africa Cumene Market Imports from Major Countries

8 South Africa Cumene Market Key Performance Indicators

8.1 Percentage of cumene production from bio-based sources.

8.2 Number of new petrochemical projects announced or commissioned in South Africa.

8.3 Research and development expenditure in the cumene industry for sustainable practices and innovation.

8.4 Adoption rate of environmentally friendly production technologies in the cumene manufacturing process.

9 South Africa Cumene Market - Opportunity Assessment

9.1 South Africa Cumene Market Opportunity Assessment, By Type, 2021 & 2031F

9.2 South Africa Cumene Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2021 & 2031F

10 South Africa Cumene Market - Competitive Landscape

10.1 South Africa Cumene Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024

10.2 South Africa Cumene Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters

11 Company Profiles

12 Recommendations

13 Disclaimer

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