The Saudi Arabia paper chemicals market size reached USD 204.68 Million in 2024. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach USD 302.86 Million by 2033, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 4.45% during 2025-2033. The market is driven by the country's expanding paper and packaging industry, propelled by growing demand across sectors such as food, retail, and e-commerce. Along with this, government initiatives aimed at industrial diversification under Vision 2030 are encouraging investments in domestic paper production, thereby increasing the consumption of paper chemicals. Additionally, rising environmental concerns and regulatory pressures are prompting the adoption of sustainable and specialty chemicals, further augmenting the Saudi Arabia paper chemicals market share.
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Key Statistics
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Base Year
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2024
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Forecast Years
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2025-2033
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Historical Years
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2019-2024
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Market Size in 2024 | USD 204.68 Million |
Market Forecast in 2033 | USD 302.86 Million |
Market Growth Rate 2025-2033 | 4.45% |
Rising Investment in Domestic Paper Manufacturing Facilities
Saudi Arabia is witnessing a surge in domestic paper production, driven by economic diversification strategies and rising demand for packaging materials. The government's industrial development initiatives under Vision 2030 aim to reduce reliance on imports by promoting local manufacturing, including the pulp and paper sector. The Saudi Arabia's Middle East Paper Company (MEPCO) plans to begin construction on a new tissue production line in the fourth quarter of 2024. The project, valued at USD 91.94 Million, aims to enhance the company's tissue production capacity to meet rising demand. The commencement of commercial production is projected for the fourth quarter of 2026. As new paper mills and converting facilities are established or expanded, demand for various paper chemicals, such as sizing agents, retention aids, and coating binders, has increased significantly. These chemicals play a crucial role in enhancing the strength, printability, and visual appeal of paper products. Additionally, the development of corrugated packaging and tissue manufacturing units is further accelerating the consumption of process and functional chemicals. Apart from this, local companies are also collaborating with international chemical manufacturers to ensure high-quality inputs and advanced formulations. This trend reflects a broader push to build a self-sufficient supply chain within the kingdom and reduce exposure to global raw material disruptions, which in turn is positively impacting the Saudi Arabia paper chemicals market growth.
Growth in Packaging Applications Driven by E-commerce and Consumer Goods Sectors
The expansion of Saudi Arabia's e-commerce and fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) industries is significantly increasing the demand for high-performance packaging materials, thereby influencing the consumption patterns of paper chemicals. According to industry reports, e-commerce sales through Mada cards in the Kingdom totaled SR 197.42 Billion (about USD 52.64 Billion) in 2024, marking a 25.82% increase compared to the previous year. With more consumers shopping online and the proliferation of home delivery services, there is a growing need for durable, lightweight, and visually appealing paper-based packaging solutions. This has increased the demand for specialty chemicals that enhance paper strength, water resistance, print clarity, and shelf appeal. In particular, coatings and barrier chemicals are used extensively to meet the packaging standards required for food, electronics, and personal care products. The packaging industry's focus on customization and branding has also led to a rise in the use of optical brighteners, colorants, and surface treatment agents. Additionally, sustainability trends in packaging are encouraging the use of recyclable and compostable paper products, further driving innovation in chemical formulations. The synergy between packaging innovation and chemical enhancements is shaping a dynamic demand landscape within the market.
IMARC Group provides an analysis of the key trends in each segment of the market, along with forecasts at the country and regional levels for 2025-2033. Our report has categorized the market based on type and form.
Type Insights:
The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the type. This includes pulp chemicals, process chemicals, and functional chemicals.
Form Insights:
A detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the form have also been provided in the report. This includes specialty chemicals and commodity chemicals.
Regional Insights:
The report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of all the major regional markets, which include Northern and Central Region, Western Region, Eastern Region, and Southern Region.
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Report Features | Details |
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Base Year of the Analysis | 2024 |
Historical Period | 2019-2024 |
Forecast Period | 2025-2033 |
Units | Million USD |
Scope of the Report |
Exploration of Historical Trends and Market Outlook, Industry Catalysts and Challenges, Segment-Wise Historical and Future Market Assessment:
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Types Covered | Pulp Chemicals, Process Chemicals, Functional Chemicals |
Forms Covered | Specialty Chemicals, Commodity Chemicals |
Regions Covered | Northern and Central Region, Western Region, Eastern Region, Southern Region |
Customization Scope | 10% Free Customization |
Post-Sale Analyst Support | 10-12 Weeks |
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