The Middle East & Africa lignin market was valued at US$ 23,684.38 thousand in 2022 and is expected to reach US$ 30,194.41 thousand by 2028; it is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 4.1% from 2022 to 2028.

Adoption of Lignin for Carbon Fiber Production

Carbon fibers are high-performance materials with superior properties such as high stiffness, high flexibility, good tensile strength, low thermal expansion, high-temperature tolerance, lightweight, and high fatigue resistance. These properties make carbon fibers essential in producing advanced composites for various industrial applications, including aerospace, transportation, wind energy, construction, and automotive. Most carbon fibers are manufactured from polyacrylonitrile, a petroleum-based, non-renewable, and unsustainable chemical at a relatively higher price. However, lignin is a renewable, inexpensive, and highly accessible resource that can fabricate lignin-based carbon fibers. The constant diminishing of petroleum resources and associated environmental issues are major factors expected to boost the demand for lignin for carbon fiber production.

Manufacturers in the carbon fiber industry increasingly use lignin as a raw material to produce carbon fiber to cater to the increasing demand. For instance, in July 2021, Stora Enso Oyj, a manufacturer of pulp, paper, and other forest products, established a pilot plant for lignin-based carbon materials for batteries. According to Stora Enso Oyj, the demand for batteries is expected to rise tremendously over the next decade as battery producers require more sustainable materials for the electrification of mobility and reduction of carbon emissions. The company projects that carbon-based-anode materials, produced from converted lignin separated from wood, can be a more sustainable replacement for graphite-based battery anodes. Thus, the adoption of lignin for carbon fiber production will likely offer lucrative opportunities for the market players during the forecast period.

Middle East & Africa Lignin Market Overview

Lignin is a byproduct of bioethanol, pulp and paper, and compressed biogas plants. It is also used as a bitumen extender in the production of asphalt mixtures that are used in the development of sustainable infrastructure, including roadways. In addition, it is widely used as a grinding agent in cement production, cement substitute materials, water-reducing admixtures, and set retarders. Governments of several countries in the Middle East & Africa focus on investing in the construction and infrastructure sector. Based on a report by the International Trade Administration in 2022, the 2020–2025 development plan by the Government of Kuwait focuses on economic reforms and megaprojects, encompassing infrastructure projects worth US$ 124 billion. According to the same report, the UAE has lined-up transportation and road infrastructure projects—including the Etihad rail project worth US$ 11 billion, the hyperloop project valued at US$ 5.9 billion (connecting Dubai and Abu Dhabi), and the Sheikh Zayed double-deck road project with a valuation of US$ 2.7 billion. In 2021, Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (UAE) announced its plans to develop a large-scale seawater treatment and transmission pipeline project in Abu Dhabi. The UAE government plans to achieve 50% of its total construction via sustainable operations by 2030. Therefore, an upsurge in the construction industry and various government initiatives promoting sustainable construction boost the demand for lignin in the Middle East & Africa.

Middle East & Africa Lignin Market Revenue and Forecast to 2028 (US$ Thousand)

Middle East & Africa Lignin Market Segmentation

The Middle East & Africa lignin market is segmented based on type, form, application, and country. Based on type, the Middle East & Africa lignin market is segmented into lignosulfonates, kraft lignin, high purity lignin, and others. The lignosulfonates segment held the largest Middle East & Africa lignin market share in 2022.

Based on form, the Middle East & Africa lignin market is bifurcated into solid and liquid. The solid segment held a larger market share in 2022.

Based on application, the Middle East & Africa lignin market is segmented into concrete additives, plastics and polymers, bitumen, water treatment, dyes and pigments, activated carbon, carbon fiber, and others. The dyes and pigments segment held the largest market share in 2022.

Based on country, the Middle East & Africa lignin market is segmented into Saudi Arabia, South Africa, the UAE, and the Rest of Middle East & Africa. Saudi Arabia dominated the Middle East & Africa lignin market share in 2022.

Nippon Paper Industries Co Ltd; Borregaard ASA; Burgo Group SpA; Domsjo Fabriker AB; Sappi Ltd; Stora Enso Oyj; Suzano SA; and The Dallas Group of America Inc are the leading companies operating in the Middle East & Africa lignin market.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. Introduction
1.1 Study Scope
1.2 The Insight Partners Research Report Guidance
1.3 Market Segmentation
1.3.1 Middle East & Africa Lignin Market, by Type
1.3.2 Middle East & Africa Lignin Market, by Form
1.3.3 Middle East & Africa Lignin Market, by Application
1.3.4 Middle East & Africa Lignin Market, by Country
2. Key Takeaways
3. Research Methodology
3.1 Scope of the Study
3.2 Research Methodology
3.2.1 Data Collection:
3.2.2 Primary Interviews:
3.2.3 Hypothesis formulation:
3.2.4 Macro-economic factor analysis:
3.2.5 Developing base number:
3.2.6 Data Triangulation:
3.2.7 Country level data:
4. Middle East & Africa Lignin Market Landscape
4.1 Market Overview
4.2 Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
4.2.1 Threat of New Entrants:
4.2.2 Bargaining Power of Suppliers:
4.2.3 Bargaining Power of Buyers:
4.2.4 Intensity of Competitive Rivalry:
4.2.5 Threat of Substitutes:
4.3 Ecosystem Analysis
4.3.1 Raw Materials
4.3.2 Production Process
4.3.3 End-Use Industries
4.4 Expert Opinion
5. Middle East & Africa Lignin Market – Key Market Dynamics
5.1 Market Drivers
5.1.1 Growing Demand of Lignin from Several End-Use Industries
5.1.2 Government Regulations and Initiatives to Promote Sustainable and Bio-Products
5.2 Market Restraints
5.2.1 Availability of Substitutes for Lignin
5.3 Market Opportunities
5.3.1 Adoption of Lignin for Carbon Fiber Production
5.4 Future Trends
5.4.1 Strategic Development Initiatives by Key Market Players
5.5 Impact Analysis of Drivers and Restraints
6. Lignin – Middle East & Africa Market Analysis
6.1 Middle East & Africa Lignin Market –Volume and Forecast to 2028 (Tons)
6.2 Middle East & Africa Lignin Market –Revenue and Forecast to 2028 (US$ Thousand)
7. Middle East & Africa Lignin Market Analysis – By Type
7.1 Overview
7.2 Middle East & Africa Lignin Market, By Type (2021 and 2028)
7.3 Lignosulfonates
7.3.1 Overview
7.3.2 Lignosulfonates: Lignin Market – Volume and Forecast to 2028 (Tons)
7.3.3 Lignosulfonates: Lignin Market – Revenue and Forecast to 2028 (US$ Thousand)
7.4 Kraft Lignin
7.4.1 Overview
7.4.2 Kraft Lignin: Lignin Market – Volume and Forecast to 2028 (Tons)
7.4.3 Kraft Lignin: Lignin Market – Revenue and Forecast to 2028 (US$ Thousand)
7.5 High Purity Lignin
7.5.1 Overview
7.5.2 High Purity Lignin: Lignin Market – Volume and Forecast to 2028 (Tons)
7.5.3 High Purity Lignin: Lignin Market – Revenue and Forecast to 2028 (US$ Thousand)
7.6 Others
7.6.1 Overview
7.6.2 Others: Lignin Market – Volume and Forecast to 2028 (Tons)
7.6.3 Others: Lignin Market – Revenue and Forecast to 2028 (US$ Thousand)
8. Middle East & Africa Lignin Market Analysis –By Form
8.1 Overview
8.2 Lignin Market, By Form (2021 and 2028)
8.3 Solid
8.3.1 Overview
8.3.2 Solid: Lignin Market – Revenue and Forecast to 2028 (US$ Thousand)
8.4 Liquid
8.4.1 Overview
8.4.2 Liquid: Lignin Market – Revenue and Forecast to 2028 (US$ Thousand)
9. Middle East & Africa Lignin Market Analysis – By Application
9.1 Overview
9.2 Lignin Market, By Application (2021 and 2028)
9.3 Concrete Additives
9.3.1 Overview
9.3.2 Concrete Additives: Lignin Market – Revenue and Forecast to 2028 (US$ Thousand)
9.4 Plastics and Polymers
9.4.1 Overview
9.4.2 Plastics and Polymers: Lignin Market – Revenue and Forecast to 2028 (US$ Thousand)
9.5 Bitumen
9.5.1 Overview
9.5.2 Bitumen: Lignin Market – Revenue and Forecast to 2028 (US$ Thousand)
9.6 Water Treatment
9.6.1 Overview
9.6.2 Water Treatment: Lignin Market – Revenue and Forecast to 2028 (US$ Thousand)
9.7 Dyes and Pigments
9.7.1 Overview
9.7.2 Dyes and Pigments: Lignin Market – Revenue and Forecast to 2028 (US$ Thousand)
9.8 Activated Carbon
9.8.1 Overview
9.8.2 Activated Carbon: Lignin Market – Revenue and Forecast to 2028 (US$ Thousand)
9.9 Carbon Fiber
9.9.1 Overview
9.9.2 Carbon Fiber: Lignin Market – Revenue and Forecast to 2028 (US$ Thousand)
9.10 Others
9.10.1 Overview
9.10.2 Others: Lignin Market – Revenue and Forecast to 2028 (US$ Thousand)
10. Middle East & Africa Lignin Market – by Country Analysis
10.1 Middle East and Africa: Lignin Market
10.1.1 Middle East and Africa: Lignin Market, by Key Country
10.1.1.1 South Africa: Lignin Market –Volume and Forecast to 2028 (Tons)
10.1.1.2 South Africa: Lignin Market –Revenue and Forecast to 2028 (US$ Thousand)
10.1.1.2.1 South Africa: Lignin Market, by Type
10.1.1.2.2 South Africa: Lignin Market, by Type
10.1.1.2.3 South Africa: Lignin Market, by Form
10.1.1.2.4 South Africa: Lignin Market, by Application
10.1.1.3 Saudi Arabia: Lignin Market –Volume and Forecast to 2028 (Tons)
10.1.1.4 Saudi Arabia: Lignin Market –Revenue and Forecast to 2028 (US$ Thousand)
10.1.1.4.1 Saudi Arabia: Lignin Market, by Type
10.1.1.4.2 Saudi Arabia: Lignin Market, by Type
10.1.1.4.3 Saudi Arabia: Lignin Market, by Form
10.1.1.4.4 Saudi Arabia: Lignin Market, by Application
10.1.1.5 UAE: Lignin Market –Volume and Forecast to 2028 (Tons)
10.1.1.6 UAE: Lignin Market –Revenue and Forecast to 2028 (US$ Thousand)
10.1.1.6.1 UAE: Lignin Market, by Type
10.1.1.6.2 UAE: Lignin Market, by Type
10.1.1.6.3 UAE: Lignin Market, by Form
10.1.1.6.4 UAE: Lignin Market, by Application
10.1.1.7 Rest of MEA: Lignin Market –Volume and Forecast to 2028 (Tons)
10.1.1.8 Rest of MEA: Lignin Market –Revenue and Forecast to 2028 (US$ Thousand)
10.1.1.8.1 Rest of MEA: Lignin Market, by Type
10.1.1.8.2 Rest of MEA: Lignin Market, by Type
10.1.1.8.3 Rest of MEA: Lignin Market, by Form
10.1.1.8.4 Rest of MEA: Lignin Market, by Application
11. Industry Landscape
11.1 Overview
11.2 Market Initiative
11.3 Partnerships & Collaborations
12. Company Profiles
12.1 Nippon Paper Industries Co Ltd
12.1.1 Key Facts
12.1.2 Business Description
12.1.3 Products and Services
12.1.4 Financial Overview
12.1.5 SWOT Analysis
12.1.6 Key Developments
12.2 Borregaard ASA
12.2.1 Key Facts
12.2.2 Business Description
12.2.3 Products and Services
12.2.4 Financial Overview
12.2.5 SWOT Analysis
12.2.6 Key Developments
12.3 Burgo Group SpA
12.3.1 Key Facts
12.3.2 Business Description
12.3.3 Products and Services
12.3.4 Financial Overview
12.3.5 SWOT Analysis
12.3.6 Key Developments
12.4 Domsjo Fabriker AB
12.4.1 Key Facts
12.4.2 Business Description
12.4.3 Products and Services
12.4.4 Financial Overview
12.4.5 SWOT Analysis
12.4.6 Key Developments
12.5 Sappi Ltd
12.5.1 Key Facts
12.5.2 Business Description
12.5.3 Products and Services
12.5.4 Financial Overview
12.5.5 SWOT Analysis
12.5.6 Key Developments
12.6 Stora Enso Oyj
12.6.1 Key Facts
12.6.2 Business Description
12.6.3 Products and Services
12.6.4 Financial Overview
12.6.5 SWOT Analysis
12.6.6 Key Developments
12.7 Suzano SA
12.7.1 Key Facts
12.7.2 Business Description
12.7.3 Products and Services
12.7.4 Financial Overview
12.7.5 SWOT Analysis
12.7.6 Key Developments
12.8 The Dallas Group of America Inc
12.8.1 Key Facts
12.8.2 Business Description
12.8.3 Products and Services
12.8.4 Financial Overview
12.8.5 SWOT Analysis
12.8.6 Key Developments
13. Appendix
13.1 About The Insight Partners
13.2 Glossary of Terms

LIST OF TABLES

Table 1. Middle East & Africa Lignin Market –Volume and Forecast to 2028 (Tons)
Table 2. Middle East & Africa Lignin Market –Revenue and Forecast to 2028 (US$ Thousand)
Table 3. South Africa Lignin Market, by Type – Volume and Forecast to 2028 (Tons)
Table 4. South Africa Lignin Market, by Type – Revenue and Forecast to 2028 (US$ Thousand)
Table 5. South Africa Lignin Market, by Form – Revenue and Forecast to 2028 (US$ Thousand)
Table 6. South Africa Lignin Market, by Application – Revenue and Forecast to 2028 (US$ Thousand)
Table 7. Saudi Arabia Lignin Market, by Type – Volume and Forecast to 2028 (Tons)
Table 8. Saudi Arabia Lignin Market, by Type – Revenue and Forecast to 2028 (US$ Thousand)
Table 9. Saudi Arabia Lignin Market, by Form – Revenue and Forecast to 2028 (US$ Thousand)
Table 10. Saudi Arabia Lignin Market, by Application – Revenue and Forecast to 2028 (US$ Thousand)
Table 11. UAE Lignin Market, by Type – Volume and Forecast to 2028 (Tons)
Table 12. UAE Lignin Market, by Type – Revenue and Forecast to 2028 (US$ Thousand)
Table 13. UAE Lignin Market, by Form – Revenue and Forecast to 2028 (US$ Thousand)
Table 14. UAE Lignin Market, by Application – Revenue and Forecast to 2028 (US$ Thousand)
Table 15. Rest of MEA Lignin Market, by Type – Volume and Forecast to 2028 (Tons)
Table 16. Rest of MEA Lignin Market, by Type – Revenue and Forecast to 2028 (US$ Thousand)
Table 17. Rest of MEA Lignin Market, by Form – Revenue and Forecast to 2028 (US$ Thousand)
Table 18. Rest of MEA Lignin Market, by Application – Revenue and Forecast to 2028 (US$ Thousand)
Table 19. Glossary of Terms, Middle East & Africa Lignin Market

LIST OF FIGURES

Figure 1. Middle East & Africa Lignin Market Segmentation
Figure 2. Middle East & Africa Lignin Market Segmentation – By Country
Figure 3. Middle East & Africa Lignin Market Overview
Figure 4. Middle East & Africa Lignin Market, By Form
Figure 5. Middle East & Africa Lignin Market, by Country
Figure 6. Middle East & Africa Porter’s Five Forces Analysis: Lignin Market
Figure 7. Ecosystem: Middle East & Africa Lignin Market
Figure 8. Middle East & Africa Expert Opinion
Figure 9. Middle East & Africa Lignin Market: Impact Analysis of Drivers and Restraints
Figure 10. Middle East & Africa Lignin Market – Volume and Forecast to 2028 (Tons)
Figure 11. Middle East & Africa Lignin Market – Revenue and Forecast to 2028 (US$ Thousand)
Figure 12. Middle East & Africa Lignin Market Revenue Share, By Type (2021 and 2028)
Figure 13. Lignosulfonates: Middle East & Africa Lignin Market – Volume and Forecast To 2028 (Tons)
Figure 14. Lignosulfonates: Middle East & Africa Lignin Market – Revenue and Forecast To 2028 (US$ Thousand)
Figure 15. Kraft Lignin: Middle East & Africa Lignin Market – Volume and Forecast To 2028 (Tons)
Figure 16. Kraft Lignin: Middle East & Africa Lignin Market – Revenue and Forecast To 2028 (US$ Thousand)
Figure 17. High Purity Lignin: Middle East & Africa Lignin Market – Volume and Forecast To 2028 (Tons)
Figure 18. High Purity Lignin: Middle East & Africa Lignin Market – Revenue and Forecast To 2028 (US$ Thousand)
Figure 19. Others: Middle East & Africa Lignin Market – Volume and Forecast To 2028 (Tons)
Figure 20. Others: Middle East & Africa Lignin Market – Revenue and Forecast To 2028 (US$ Thousand)
Figure 21. Middle East & Africa Lignin Market Revenue Share, By Form (2021 and 2028)
Figure 22. Solid: Middle East & Africa Lignin Market – Revenue and Forecast To 2028 (US$ Thousand)
Figure 23. Liquid: Middle East & Africa Lignin Market – Revenue and Forecast To 2028 (US$ Thousand)
Figure 24. Middle East & Africa Lignin Market Revenue Share, By Application (2021 and 2028)
Figure 25. Concrete Additives: Middle East & Africa Lignin Market – Revenue and Forecast To 2028 (US$ Thousand)
Figure 26. Plastics and Polymers: Middle East & Africa Lignin Market – Revenue and Forecast To 2028 (US$ Thousand)
Figure 27. Bitumen: Middle East & Africa Lignin Market – Revenue and Forecast To 2028 (US$ Thousand)
Figure 28. Water Treatment: Middle East & Africa Lignin Market – Revenue and Forecast To 2028 (US$ Thousand)
Figure 29. Dyes and Pigments: Middle East & Africa Lignin Market – Revenue and Forecast To 2028 (US$ Thousand)
Figure 30. Activated Carbon: Middle East & Africa Lignin Market – Revenue and Forecast To 2028 (US$ Thousand)
Figure 31. Carbon Fiber: Middle East & Africa Lignin Market – Revenue and Forecast To 2028 (US$ Thousand)
Figure 32. Others: Middle East & Africa Lignin Market – Revenue and Forecast To 2028 (US$ Thousand)
Figure 33. Middle East and Africa: Lignin Market, by Key Country – Revenue (2021) (US$ Million)
Figure 34. Middle East and Africa: Lignin Market Revenue Share, by Key Country (2021 and 2028)
Figure 35. South Africa: Lignin Market –Volume and Forecast to 2028 (Tons)
Figure 36. South Africa: Lignin Market –Revenue and Forecast to 2028 (US$ Thousand)
Figure 37. Saudi Arabia: Lignin Market –Volume and Forecast to 2028 (Tons)
Figure 38. Saudi Arabia: Lignin Market –Revenue and Forecast to 2028 (US$ Thousand)
Figure 39. UAE: Lignin Market –Volume and Forecast to 2028 (Tons)
Figure 40. UAE: Lignin Market –Revenue and Forecast to 2028 (US$ Thousand)
Figure 41. Rest of MEA: Lignin Market –Volume and Forecast to 2028 (Tons)
Figure 42. Rest of MEA: Lignin Market –Revenue and Forecast to 2028 (US$ Thousand)

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The List of Companies – Middle East & Africa Lignin Market

● Borregaard ASA
● Burgo Group SpA
● Domsjo Fabriker AB
● Nippon Paper Industries Co Ltd
● Sappi Ltd
● Stora Enso Oyj
● Suzano SA
● The Dallas Group of America Inc