| Product Code: ETC5358827 | Publication Date: Nov 2023 | Updated Date: Dec 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Ravi Bhandari | No. of Pages: 60 | No. of Figures: 30 | No. of Tables: 5 |
In 2024, Zambia continued to import propylene glycol mainly from South Africa, India, Germany, United Kingdom, and Indonesia. Despite a negative Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of -8.47% from 2020 to 2024, the market saw a slight improvement with a growth rate of -0.17% from 2023 to 2024. The high Herfindahl-Hirschman Index (HHI) indicates a concentrated market, suggesting that these top exporting countries hold significant market share. It will be essential for stakeholders to closely monitor market dynamics and trends to navigate the challenges and capitalize on potential opportunities in the propylene glycol import industry in Zambia.

By 2027, the Propylene Glycol market in Zambia is anticipated to reach a growth rate of 4.25%, as part of an increasingly competitive Africa region, where Egypt remains at the forefront, supported by South Africa, Ethiopia, Algeria and Nigeria, driving innovations and market adoption across sectors.

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 Zambia Propylene Glycol Market Overview |
3.1 Zambia Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Zambia Propylene Glycol Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Zambia Propylene Glycol Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Zambia Propylene Glycol Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Zambia Propylene Glycol Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Zambia Propylene Glycol Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing demand for propylene glycol in various industries such as food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, and cosmetics in Zambia. |
4.2.2 Growing awareness about the benefits of propylene glycol as a versatile chemical compound in different applications. |
4.2.3 Expansion of manufacturing facilities and investments in the chemical industry in Zambia. |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Fluctuating prices of raw materials used in the production of propylene glycol impacting the cost of production. |
4.3.2 Stringent regulations and compliance requirements related to the use and handling of propylene glycol in Zambia. |
4.3.3 Competition from alternative chemicals or substitutes that may hinder the market growth. |
5 Zambia Propylene Glycol Market Trends |
6 Zambia Propylene Glycol Market Segmentations |
6.1 Zambia Propylene Glycol Market, By Application |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Zambia Propylene Glycol Market Revenues & Volume, By Unsaturated Polyester Resins,? Functional Fluids,? Food, Drug, and Cosmetics,? Liquid Detergent,? Paints and Coating,? Others, 2021-2031F |
7 Zambia Propylene Glycol Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Zambia Propylene Glycol Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Zambia Propylene Glycol Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Zambia Propylene Glycol Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Percentage increase in the number of new applications or industries utilizing propylene glycol in Zambia. |
8.2 Growth rate of propylene glycol production capacity in Zambia. |
8.3 Adoption rate of sustainable and eco-friendly production practices in the propylene glycol market in Zambia. |
9 Zambia Propylene Glycol Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Zambia Propylene Glycol Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Zambia Propylene Glycol Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Zambia Propylene Glycol Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Zambia Propylene Glycol Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations | 13 Disclaimer |