Market Overview

The Global Caprolactam Market was valued at USD 15,617.6 million in 2023 and is expected to reach USD 20,724.9 million by 2031 while growing at a CAGR of 3.6% during the forecast period (2024-2031). 

 *Note: Graph is shown for illustrative purposes only; complete datasets will be provided in the full report

Market Dynamics

This section of the report will analyze various driving and restraining factors that are expected to have a significant impact on the global caprolactam market growth. Caprolactam, with the molecular formula C₆H₁₁NO, belongs to the lactam group of organic compounds, specifically derived from caproic acid. It serves as a crucial intermediate in the production of nylon 6, a synthetic polymer.

Increasing expansion or contraction in the textile sector and industrial and packaging applications drive the caprolactam market's growth. However, obstacles like raw material price volatility and environmental concerns may hinder market expansion.

Furthermore, the global caprolactam industry will be analyzed through various tools including PESTLE analysis, and Porter’s analysis.

Segmentation – By Raw Material Analysis

The Global Caprolactam Market is segmented among Phenol, and Cyclohexane, based on Raw Material. In 2023, Phenol accounted for the majority of the market share*. 

 *Note: Graph is shown for illustrative purposes only; complete datasets will be provided in the full report

Segmentation – By End Product Analysis

The Global Caprolactam Market is segmented among Nylon 6 Resins, Nylon 6 Fibers, and Other End Products, based on End Product. In 2023, Nylon 6 Resins accounted for the majority of the market share*. 

 *Note: Graph is shown for illustrative purposes only; complete datasets will be provided in the full report

Global Caprolactam Market: Regional Analysis

Based on region, the market is divided into six regions including North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, Middle East, and Africa. In 2023, North America dominated the market with the highest market share, while Asia Pacific is expected to grow with the highest CAGR during the forecast period (2024 – 2031). 

 *Note: Graph is shown for illustrative purposes only; complete datasets will be provided in the full report

Competitive Landscape

Some of the key players operating in the market are AdvanSix Inc., Alpek S.A.B. de CV, BASF SE, Capro Co., China Petrochemical Development Corporation, China Petroleum & Chemical Corporation (Sinopec), Domo Chemicals, Fertilisers and Chemicals Travancore Limited (FACT), Fibrant, and Fujian Jinjiang Petrochemical.

Table of Contents:

1. Research Methodology and Market Scope

• Research Methodology

• Market Scope

2. Executive Summary

3. Global Caprolactam Market Dynamics

• Drivers

• Restraints

• Opportunity

4. Global Caprolactam Industry Analysis

• PEST Analysis

• Porter's Five Force Analysis

• Recent Deals Analysis

5. Global Caprolactam Market Segmentation, By Raw Material  

• Global Caprolactam Market Share Analysis, By Raw Material  

• Global Caprolactam Market Growth Analysis, By Raw Material  

• Global Caprolactam Market Trends, By Raw Material  

o Phenol

o Cyclohexane

6. Global Caprolactam Market Segmentation, By End Product

• Global Caprolactam Market Share Analysis, By End Product

• Global Caprolactam Market Growth Analysis, By End Product

• Global Caprolactam Market Trends, By End Product

o Nylon 6 Resins

o Nylon 6 Fibers

o Other End Products

7. Global Caprolactam Market Segmentation, By Application

• Global Caprolactam Market Share Analysis, By Application

• Global Caprolactam Market Growth Analysis, By Application

• Global Caprolactam Market Trends, By Application

o Engineering Resins and Films

o Industrial Yarns

o Textiles and Carpets

o Other Applications

8. Global Caprolactam Market Segmentation, By End-user Industry

• Global Caprolactam Market Share Analysis, By End-user Industry

• Global Caprolactam Market Growth Analysis, By End-user Industry

• Global Caprolactam Market Trends, By End-user Industry

o Automotive

o Carpet

o Textile

o Other End-User Industries

9. Global Caprolactam Market Segmentation, By Region

• Global Caprolactam Market Share Analysis, By Region

• Global Caprolactam Market Growth Analysis, By Region

• Global Caprolactam Market Trends, By Region

o North America

o Europe

o Asia Pacific

o Latin America

o Middle East

o Africa

10. Competitive Landscape

• AdvanSix Inc.*

o Company Overview

o Financial Performance

o Key Development/Strategies

o SWOT Analysis

• Alpek S.A.B. de CV 

• BASF SE

• Capro Co.

• China Petrochemical Development Corporation

• China Petroleum & Chemical Corporation (Sinopec)

• Domo Chemicals

• Fertilisers And Chemicals Travancore Limited (FACT)

• Fibrant

• Fujian Jinjiang Petrochemical

 *Similar analysis will be provided for each company listed above.