Middle East & Africa 2-Phenylethanol Market Outlook

the middle east & africa 2-phenylethanol market has continued to expand and mature over the last several years. in 2018, the market size for 2-phenylethanol in the region is estimated to be 77.5 kilotons and is expected to reach 113.8 kilotons by 2032. it is an important commodity in the middle east & africa region, primarily used in the production of perfumes and flavors. the middle east & africa 2-phenylethanol is primarily produced domestically in countries such as saudi arabia, the uae, iran, and egypt, with some smaller imports from outside the region. the saudi arabian market is the largest in the middle east & africa, accounting for a significant share of the regional demand, as the country has a large consumer base for the product. the largest importer of middle east & africa 2-phenylethanol is egypt, which imports over 40% of the region's supply. this is due to the fact that egypt is heavily reliant on imports in order to meet its domestic demand. other notable importers include turkey, iran, and the uae. the rising demand for fragrances and flavorings, driven by the increasing demand for premium personal care and household cleaning products has been a key factor driving the growth of the middle east & africa 2-phenylethanol market. this has also been a result of the changing lifestyle of consumers in the region. in addition, the emerging middle class in saudi arabia, uae, and other countries has had a positive effect on the demand for 2-phenylethanol. the middle east & africa 2-phenylethanol market is expected to witness sustained growth in the upcoming years, with an increased focus on product innovation and an increasing demand for fragrances and flavorings driving the growth. the region has also been witnessing increased investments in the manufacturing of 2-phenylethanol, which can further benefit the market.