In Germany, the polyethers market (excluding polyacetals and polyether alcohols) experienced fluctuations in volume over the years. From 2012 to 2019, the market showed a general upward trend, peaking at 43.765 million kilograms in 2019. The year 2020 marked a significant decline by 16.67%, reaching 36.471 million kilograms due to market disruptions. Recovery began in 2021 with 42.681 million kilograms, and the volume continued to grow, hitting 45.894 million kilograms in 2022. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2018 to 2022 was a healthy 4.35%.
For future trends, attention should be given to:
- Sustainability initiatives impacting polyether production and usage.
- Technological advancements improving polyether applications.
- Supply chain disruptions potentially affecting production and distribution.
