Global Nitrocellulose Competitive Landscape Professional Research Report 2025
Research SummaryNitrocellulose, often referred to as guncotton or flash paper, is a highly flammable compound produced by treating cellulose (a natural polymer found in plant cell walls) with nitrating agents, typically a mixture of nitric acid and sulfuric acid. The process results in the nitration of cellulose, leading to the creation of a highly reactive and combustible material. Nitrocellulose is commonly used in applications such as explosives, propellants, lacquers, and films. Its rapid decomposition and ability to burn quickly and completely make it suitable for use in ammunition, fireworks, and other pyrotechnics. Nitrocellulose-based lacquers are used in the automotive and furniture industries, providing quick-drying, hard, and glossy finishes. In the film industry, nitrocellulose was historically used as a base for photographic film, though it has been largely replaced by other materials in recent times due to its flammability. Strict safety measures are necessary when handling and storing nitrocellulose due to its highly combustible nature.
According to DIResearch's in-depth investigation and research, the global Nitrocellulose market size was valued at XX Million USD in 2024 and is projected to reach XX Million USD by 2032, with a CAGR of XX% (2025-2032). Notably, the China market has changed rapidly in the past few years. By 2024, China's market size is expected to be XX Million USD, representing approximately XX% of the global market share. By 2032, it is anticipated to grow further to XX Million USD, contributing XX% to the worldwide market share.
The major global manufacturers of Nitrocellulose include Sichuan Nitrocell Corporation, Nobel NC, Nitro Química, SNPE, DuPont, TNC, Hubei Xuefei Chemical, Nitrex Chemicals, Hengshui Orient Chemical, Synthesia, Xinxiang T.N.C Chemical, Jiangsu Tailida, Hengshui Beixin Chemical etc. The global players competition landscape in this report is divided into three tiers. The first tier comprises global leading enterprises that command a substantial market share, hold a dominant industry position, possess strong competitiveness and influence, and generate significant revenue. The second tier includes companies with a notable market presence and reputation; these firms actively follow industry leaders in product, service, or technological innovation and maintain a moderate revenue scale. The third tier consists of smaller companies with limited market share and lower brand recognition, primarily focused on local markets and generating comparatively lower revenue.
This report studies the market size, price trends and future development prospects of Nitrocellulose. Focus on analysing the market share, product portfolio, prices, sales, revenue and gross profit margin of global major manufacturers, as well as the market status and trends of different product types and applications in the global Nitrocellulose market. The report data covers historical data from 2020 to 2024, based year in 2025 and forecast data from 2026 to 2032.
The regions and countries in the report include North America, Europe, China, APAC (excl. China), Latin America and Middle East and Africa, covering the Nitrocellulose market conditions and future development trends of key regions and countries, combined with industry-related policies and the latest technological developments, analyze the development characteristics of Nitrocellulose industries in various regions and countries, help companies understand the development characteristics of each region, help companies formulate business strategies, and achieve the ultimate goal of the company's global development strategy.
The data sources of this report mainly include the National Bureau of Statistics, customs databases, industry associations, corporate financial reports, third-party databases, etc. Among them, macroeconomic data mainly comes from the National Bureau of Statistics, International Economic Research Organization; industry statistical data mainly come from industry associations; company data mainly comes from interviews, public information collection, third-party reliable databases, and price data mainly comes from various markets monitoring database.
Global Key Manufacturers of Nitrocellulose Include:
Sichuan Nitrocell Corporation
Nobel NC
Nitro Química
SNPE
DuPont
TNC
Hubei Xuefei Chemical
Nitrex Chemicals
Hengshui Orient Chemical
Synthesia
Xinxiang T.N.C Chemical
Jiangsu Tailida
Hengshui Beixin Chemical
Nitrocellulose Product Segment Include:
E-grade Nitrocellulose
M-grade Nitrocellulose
A-grade Nitrocellulose
Others
Nitrocellulose Product Application Include:
Coatings and Paints
Printing Inks
Celluloid
Others
Chapter ScopeChapter 1: Product Research Range, Product Types and Applications, Market Overview, Market Situation and Trends
Chapter 2: Global Nitrocellulose Capacity and Production Analysis
Chapter 3: Global Nitrocellulose Industry PESTEL Analysis
Chapter 4: Global Nitrocellulose Industry Porter's Five Forces Analysis
Chapter 5: Global Nitrocellulose Major Regional Market Size (Revenue, Sales, Price) and Forecast Analysis
Chapter 6: Global Nitrocellulose Market Size and Forecast by Type and Application Analysis
Chapter 7: North America Nitrocellulose Competitive Analysis (Market Size, Key Players and Market Share, Product Type and Application Segment Analysis, Countries Analysis)
Chapter 8: Europe Nitrocellulose Competitive Analysis (Market Size, Key Players and Market Share, Product Type and Application Segment Analysis, Countries Analysis)
Chapter 9: China Nitrocellulose Competitive Analysis (Market Size, Key Players and Market Share, Product Type and Application Segment Analysis, Countries Analysis)
Chapter 10: APAC (Excl. China) Nitrocellulose Competitive Analysis (Market Size, Key Players and Market Share, Product Type and Application Segment Analysis, Countries Analysis)
Chapter 11: Latin America Nitrocellulose Competitive Analysis (Market Size, Key Players and Market Share, Product Type and Application Segment Analysis, Countries Analysis)
Chapter 12: Middle East and Africa Nitrocellulose Competitive Analysis (Market Size, Key Players and Market Share, Product Type and Application Segment Analysis, Countries Analysis)
Chapter 13: Global Nitrocellulose Competitive Analysis of Key Manufacturers (Sales, Revenue, Market Share, Price, Regional Distribution and Industry Concentration)
Chapter 14: Key Company Profiles (Product Portfolio, Sales, Revenue, Price and Gross Margin)
Chapter 15: Industrial Chain Analysis, Include Raw Material Suppliers, Distributors and Customers
Chapter 16: Research Findings and Conclusion
Chapter 17: Methodology and Data Sources