Maleic Anhydride Market Size and Trends

The global maleic anhydride market is estimated to be valued at USD 4.82 Bn in 2025. The market is expected to reach USD 7.16 Bn by 2032, exhibiting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.8% from 2025 to 2032.

Key Takeaways of the Maleic Anhydride Market:

The n-butane segment is projected to represent 55.8% of the global maleic anhydride market share in 2025.
The unsaturated polyester resins (UPR) segment is expected to account for 36.3% of the global maleic anhydride market share in 2025.
Asia Pacific is expected to top the market with 54.3% share, followed by North America with 24.0% share in 2025.

Market Overview:

The market growth is primarily driven by the increasing applications of maleic anhydride in several end-use industries such as construction, automotive, and agriculture. This is attributed to the growing demand from end-use industries such as construction and automotive. Additionally, the demand for unsaturated polyester resins from emerging economies is also contributing to the market growth. Market players are investing in capacity expansion to cater to the rising product demand.