Cellulose Acetate Market Size and Share
| Study Period | 2019 - 2030 |
| Market Volume (2025) | 852.58 kilotons |
| Market Volume (2030) | 940.85 kilotons |
| CAGR (2025 - 2030) | 1.99% |
| Fastest Growing Market | Asia-Pacific |
| Largest Market | Asia-Pacific |
| Market Concentration | High |
Major Players
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order |
Cellulose Acetate Market Analysis by Mordor Intelligence
The Cellulose Acetate Market size is estimated at 852.58 kilotons in 2025, and is expected to reach 940.85 kilotons by 2030, at a CAGR of 1.99% during the forecast period (2025-2030).
COVID-19 negatively impacted the market in 2020. The COVID-19 pandemic affected the cellulose acetate market because of disruption in the supply chain. During the pandemic, many factories responsible were shut down, leading to a decline in production. However, the market is returning to pre-COVID levels.
- Over the short term, the growing demand for cellulose acetate from the textile industry, furniture industry, and continued tobacco usage are some driving factors stimulating the market demand.
- The declining demand for cellulose acetate for photographic films hinders market growth.
- The increasing use of cellulose acetate for water treatment will likely create opportunities for the market in the coming years.
- The Asia-Pacific region is expected to dominate the market and will also witness the highest CAGR during the forecast period.
Global Cellulose Acetate Market Trends and Insights
Cigarette Filters to Dominate the Market
- Cigarettes include four major components: filter tobacco, additives, and cigarette wrappers. Cigarette filters are designed to absorb the vapors and accumulate the particulate smoke components. Filters also prevent tobacco from entering a smoker's mouth and provide a mouthpiece that will not collapse as the cigarette is smoked.
- Most of the cigarette filters in the market are made of cellulose acetate, and a few are made from paper and rayon. The two cellulose acetate fibers are very thin and are packed tightly together to create a filter that can look like cotton. Several other materials were tried but were rejected in favor of the taste of cellulose acetate.
- The largest tobacco manufacturing companies in the world are China National Tobacco Company, British American Tobacco, Philip Morris International, Imperial Brands, Altria Group, and Japan Tobacco International.
- Major players are investing in research and development to offer better products to customers. Furthermore, innovations such as new flavored cigarette filters such as methanol, clove chocolate, and others are expected to increase the cigarette demand and drive the cellulose acetate demand.
- As per the report published by the Department of Commerce, Government of India, the export value of unmanufactured tobacco from India increased from 517.64 USD million in 2021 to 570 USD million in 2022.
- Therefore, increasing smokers yearly is expected to increase the demand for cellulose acetate as cigarette filters in the coming years.
Asia-Pacific Region to Dominate the Market
- Asia-Pacific region is expected to dominate the market. In the region, China is the largest economy in terms of GDP. China and India are among the fastest emerging economies in the world.
- Cellulose acetate fiber is used to make textile fabrics for clothing. In the textile industry, these fabrics can be used to make knitwear, wedding attires, formal shirts, suits, coats, sweaters, sportswear, hats, blouses, and undergarments. They can also be used in umbrellas, drapes, curtains, carpets, and other home décor, such as soft and luxurious fabrics.
- Indonesia is among the top 10 textile-producing countries in the world. The textile and textile product industry is among the most important industries for Indonesia's economy, providing jobs to more than 3.7 million Indonesians.
- Bangladesh is a major exporter of textiles to countries such as the United States, European countries, India, China, and others. As per data published by Export Promotion Bureau, 2021-2022, the country exported garments worth USD 42.613 billion.
- China is the world's largest producer and consumer of tobacco. China includes more than 350 million smokers. Similarly, India also contains a very high population of smokers. The country includes around 250 million smokers between 16 and 64. India is also one of the countries with the lowest rate of quitting smoking.
- Asia-Pacific is also the leading region globally in the paints and coatings market. The region's demand for paints and coatings is expected to increase due to numerous factors, such as increasing construction activity, growing automobile production, growing middle class, and increasing consumer spending.
- Due to all such factors, the market for cellulose acetate in the region is expected to grow steadily during the forecast period.
Competitive Landscape
The cellulose acetate market is consolidated in nature. Some of the major players in the market include Celanese Corporation, Daicel Corporation, Eastman Chemical Company, RYAM, and Sichuan Push Acetati Co., Ltd., among others (not in any particular order).
Cellulose Acetate Industry Leaders
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Celanese Corporation
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Daicel Corporation
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Eastman Chemical Company
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RYAM
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Sichuan Push Acetati Co.,Ltd
- *Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
Recent Industry Developments
- The recent developments about the major players in the market are covered in the complete study.
Global Cellulose Acetate Market Report Scope
Cellulose acetate is a biodegradable polymer obtained by the acetylation of cellulose. There is yet to be a direct production process for the production of cellulose acetate to date. Cellulose acetate is manufactured using a two-step synthesis process. The cellulose acetate market is segmented by type, application, and geography. By type, the market is segmented into fiber and plastics. The market is segmented by application into cigarette filters, photographic films, plastics, textiles, and other applications. The report also covers the market size and forecasts for cellulose acetate in 11 countries across major regions. Each segment's market sizing and forecasts are based on volume (kilo tons).
| Fiber |
| Plastics |
| Cigarette Filtres |
| Photographic Films |
| Plastics |
| Textiles |
| Other Applications |
| Asia-Pacific | China |
| India | |
| Japan | |
| South Korea | |
| Rest of Asia-Pacific | |
| North America | United States |
| Canada | |
| Mexico | |
| Europe | Germany |
| United Kingdom | |
| Italy | |
| France | |
| Rest of Europe | |
| Rest of the World | South America |
| Middle-East and Africa |
| Type | Fiber | |
| Plastics | ||
| Application | Cigarette Filtres | |
| Photographic Films | ||
| Plastics | ||
| Textiles | ||
| Other Applications | ||
| Geography | Asia-Pacific | China |
| India | ||
| Japan | ||
| South Korea | ||
| Rest of Asia-Pacific | ||
| North America | United States | |
| Canada | ||
| Mexico | ||
| Europe | Germany | |
| United Kingdom | ||
| Italy | ||
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| Rest of Europe | ||
| Rest of the World | South America | |
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Key Questions Answered in the Report
How big is the Cellulose Acetate Market?
The Cellulose Acetate Market size is expected to reach 852.58 kilotons in 2025 and grow at a CAGR of 1.99% to reach 940.85 kilotons by 2030.
What is the current Cellulose Acetate Market size?
In 2025, the Cellulose Acetate Market size is expected to reach 852.58 kilotons.
Who are the key players in Cellulose Acetate Market?
Celanese Corporation, Daicel Corporation, Eastman Chemical Company, RYAM and Sichuan Push Acetati Co.,Ltd are the major companies operating in the Cellulose Acetate Market.
Which is the fastest growing region in Cellulose Acetate Market?
Asia-Pacific is estimated to grow at the highest CAGR over the forecast period (2025-2030).
Which region has the biggest share in Cellulose Acetate Market?
In 2025, the Asia-Pacific accounts for the largest market share in Cellulose Acetate Market.
What years does this Cellulose Acetate Market cover, and what was the market size in 2024?
In 2024, the Cellulose Acetate Market size was estimated at 835.61 kilotons. The report covers the Cellulose Acetate Market historical market size for years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024. The report also forecasts the Cellulose Acetate Market size for years: 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029 and 2030.
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Cellulose Acetate Market Report
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