Polyurethane Sealants (PU) Global Market Report 2023 – By Type (One-Component, Two-Component), By Application (Glazing, Flooring And Joining, Concrete Joints, Submerged, Sanitary And Kitchen), By End-User (Building And Construction, Automotive, General Industrial, Marine, Aerospace, Other End-Users) – Market Size, Trends, And Global Forecast 2023-2032

Polyphenylene refers to the polymers in which the repeat unit is a phenylene radical, but mainly a polyphenylene oxide. These polymers are heat resistant and corrosion resistant and have high strength. The main types of polyphenylene are polyphenylene sulfide (PPS), polyphenylene ether or oxide (PPE or PPO), and other types. Polyphenylene sulfide is a high-performance, engineering thermoplastic characterized by an unusual combination of properties. The various applications involved composites, engineering plastics, high-performance lubricants, filter bags, and other applications and it is used in automotive, electrical and electronics, industrial, coatings, and other end-use industries. The global polyphenylene market is segmented - 1) By Type: Polyphenylene Sulfide (PPS), Polyphenylene Ether or Oxide (PPE or PPO), Other Types 2) By Application: Composites, Engineering Plastics, High Performance Lubricants, Filter Bags, Other Applications 3) By End-Use Industry: Automotive, Electrical and Electronics, Industrial, Coatings, Other End-Use Industries The global polyphenylene market size is expected to grow from $4.09 billion in 2022 to $4.46 billion in 2023 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.0%. The Russia-Ukraine war disrupted the chances of global economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, at least in the short term. The war between these two countries has led to economic sanctions on multiple countries, a surge in commodity prices, and supply chain disruptions, causing inflation across goods and services and affecting many markets across the globe. The market size of global polyphenylene is expected to grow to $6.16 billion in 2027 at a CAGR of 8.4%. The demand for the replacement of conventional materials is expected to propel the growth of the polyphenylene market forward. Conventional materials are traditionally used materials such as plastics with polyethylene and polyvinyl chloride. Polyphenylene polymers are biodegradable and serve as an alternative to conventional materials. For instance, in 2022, according to a survey published by PLOS, a US-based non-profit publisher of science, technology, and medicine-related studies, 42% of the respondents tried to avoid using plastic in their day-to-day uses and 95% of respondents believed that bioplastics should fully or partly replace conventional plastics. Therefore, the demand for the replacement of conventional materials is driving the growth of the polyphenylene market. Major players in the polyphenylene market are Toray Industries Inc., Solvay SA, Tosoh Corporation, DIC Corporation, Kureha Corporation, LG Chem Limited, Celanese Corporation, Saudi Arabia Basic Industries Corporation, China Lumena New Materials Corporation, Ensinger Group, Chevron Phillips Chemical Company LLC, Asahi Kasei Corporation, Biesterfeld AG, Compagnie de Saint-Gobain SA, and Polyone Corporation. Product innovations are a key trend gaining popularity in the polyphenylene market. Major companies operating in polyphenylene are focused on developing innovative product solutions to strengthen their position in the market. For instance, in July 2022, Saudi Basic Industries Corporation (SABIC), a Saudi Arabia-based company operating in polyphenylene, launched a new resin NORYL NHP8000VT3, for the insulation films in EV battery modules, which is a polyphenylene ether (PPO)-based resin. NORYL NHP8000VT3 resin had the ability to meet the UL94 V0 standard at 0.25 mm with unique features such as providing a high level of flame retardance at a thinner film gauge. In May 2021, Material & Design Solutions (MDS), a US-based component supplier for sealing applications in high-temperature, high-pressure, and corrosive environments acquired assets of APS Plastics for an undisclosed amount. With this deal, MSD will acquire six CNC lathes and five CNC mills of APS and will use them to fabricate components out of thermoplastics like Pektron PEEK, Texron PTFE, and others. APS Plastics is a US-based full-service manufacturer of custom plastic, metal, and composite parts. Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the polyphenylene market in 2022. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the polyphenylene market report forecast period. The regions covered in the polyphenylene industry report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, and Africa. The countries covered in the polyphenylene market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, and the USA. The polyphenylene market consists of sales of poly-para-phenylene and phenylene vinylene polymers. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods. 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Polymer biomaterials are inert pharmacological substances made up of natural and synthetic origin. The polymer biomaterials are used for enhancing the functionality of tissues and organs that are damaged in various disease therapies. The main types in the polymer biomaterial are silicone rubber, polyester, polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA), polyethylene (PE), polyvinyl chloride, and others. The silicon rubber in polymer biomaterials refers to the rubber matrix that is lightly cross-linked with a polyacrylamide hydrogel and is used for biological and medical purposes. The various nature includes natural and synthetic. The polymer biomaterials are used in cardiovascular, ophthalmology, dental, plastic surgery, wound healing, tissue engineering, orthopedics, neurological disorders / central nervous systems, and others. The global polymer biomaterial market is segmented - 1) By Type: Nylon, Silicone Rubber, Polyester, Polymethyl Methacrylate (PMMA), Polyethylene (PE), Polyvinyl Chloride, Other Types 2) By Application: Cardiovascular, Ophthalmology, Dental, Plastic Surgery, Wound Healing, Tissue Engineering, Orthopedics, Neurological Disorders / Central Nervous System, Other Applications 3) By Nature: Natural, Synthetic The global polymer biomaterial market size grew from $55.96 billion in 2022 to $66.45 billion in 2023 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 18.7%. The Russia-Ukraine war disrupted the chances of global economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, at least in the short term. The war between these two countries has led to economic sanctions on multiple countries, a surge in commodity prices, and supply chain disruptions, causing inflation across goods and services and affecting many markets across the globe. The polymer biomaterial market is expected to grow from $126.74 billion in 2027 at a CAGR of 17.5%. Increasing applications of polymeric biomaterials in tissue engineering are driving the global polymer biomaterials market. Polymers are extensively used in regenerative medicine and tissue engineering due to their flexibility and versatile properties such as tailoring the damaged tissue's physical, chemical, and mechanical properties by modification of functional groups during synthesis, according to the regeneration capability of tissues of the organs. Besides being biodegradable, they offer different geometry and structures, thus meeting the needs of specific tissue engineering applications. These growing applications of polymer biomaterial in tissue engineering are expected to drive the market in the forecast period. Major players in the polymer biomaterials market are BASF, Corbion, Zimmer Biomet, Royal DSM, Koninklijke DSM, Covestro, Evonik Industries, Starch Medical, Victrex, and W. L. Gore and Associate. Stringent regulatory systems concerning the biocompatibility of polymer biomaterials are expected to limit the global polymer biomaterials market. Although biomaterials undergo rigorous premarket evaluations, considerable adverse events and complications are reported regarding the biocompatibility of polymer biomaterials. Biomaterial implantation may result in immunological and inflammatory reactions due to the induction of cellular and molecular events in the host, which may lead to excessive inflammation, impairment of healing, fibrotic encapsulation, tissue destruction, or even isolation and rejection of the implant. To overcome such adverse immune reactions, stringent regulations are imposed by the regulatory authorities, restricting the market growth. Companies in the polymer biomaterial market are increasingly investing in bioresorbable copolymers for medical devices for better performance and long-term stability. Companies such as Evonik have invested in bioresorbable polymers for use in implantable medical devices. The company's copolymer possesses hydrophobic properties of polylactide and hydrophilic properties of polyethylene glycol enabling the degradation rates up to six times faster with added mechanical strength. This innovation enhances biocompatibility, safety, and performance of implantable products, and is applied in the areas of pediatrics and wound closure to accelerate and ease the healing process and provide long-term stability. In January 2020, Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation completed the acquisition of AdvanSource Biomaterials Corporation for $7.25 million. This acquisition is expected to strengthen Mitsubishi’s position within the medical sector and drive its revenues. AdvanSource Biomaterials is a US-based company that manufactures polymer materials that provide critical characteristics in the design and development of medical devices. These polymer biomaterials are used in devices that are designed for treating a broad range of anatomical sites and disease states. North America was the largest region in the polymer biomaterials market in 2022. Western Europe was the second largest region in the global polymer biomaterials market report. The regions covered in global polymer biomaterial market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, the Middle East, and Africa. The countries covered in the polymer biomaterials market are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, the UK, and USA. The polymer biomaterials market consists of sales of PCL, PVDF, PLGA, PVP, and nylon. Values in this market are factory gate values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods. The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified). The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products. 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High-density polyethylene is a plastic polymer with flexible properties. HDPE has high density and is resistant to impact and chemicals, hence it is widely used in healthcare and laboratory environments. HDPE is also used in heavy-duty damp-proof membranes, flexible bags, and films. The product types of high-density polyethylene are PE 63, PE 80, and PE 100. PE 63 is a medium-pressure piping system, irrigation system, and drinking water connection. The applications are oil and gas pipelines, agricultural irrigation pipes, water supply pipes, sewage system pipes, and other applications. The end-use industries are packaging, building and construction, agriculture, automobiles, and other end-use industries. The global high-density polyethylene market is segmented - 1) By Product Type: PE 63, PE 80, PE 100 2) By Application: Oil & Gas Pipe, Agricultural Irrigation Pipe, Water Supply Pipe, Sewage System Pipe, Other Applications 3) By End User Industry: Packaging, Building and Construction, Agriculture, Automotive, Other End Use Industries The global high-density polyethylene market size will grow from $91.73 billion in 2022 to $100.99 billion in 2023 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.1%. The Russia-Ukraine war disrupted the chances of global economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, at least in the short term. The war between these two countries has led to economic sanctions on multiple countries, a surge in commodity prices, and supply chain disruptions, causing inflation across goods and services and affecting many markets across the globe. The market size of global high-density polyethylene is expected to grow from $145.5 billion in 2027 at a CAGR of 9.6%. The unique set of properties of PE-HD (high-density polyethylene), such as lightweight, impact resistance, flexibility, and the ability to resist low temperatures, serve as the most important market drivers. These properties have increased demand for PE-HD in end-user industries such as manufacturing, energy, geothermal, marine, mining, landfill, HVAC, gas, oil, mining, and agricultural industries. HDPE pipe is environmentally sustainable because it is non-toxic, corrosion and chemical resistant and has a long lifespan. According to the Pipeline & Gas Journal, a large number of oil and gas companies are exploring plastic pipes as an alternative for pipeline transportation to reduce operational expenses as they are corrosion-resistant, flexible, and lightweight. Major players in the high-density polyethylene market are Asahi Kasei Corp., Braskem S.A, Chevron Phillips Chemical Co., Dow Chemical Co., Exxon Mobil Corp., Formosa Plastics Corp., LyondellBasell industries NV, Borealis AG, PetroChina Company Limited, and Abu Dhabi Polymers Company Ltd. The use of competitive materials such as polypropylene (PP) is threatening the growth of the HDPE market. HDPE is opaque and translucent in nature, whereas PP is amorphous or crystalline in nature and is preferred in cases where transparent packaging is required. Polypropylene is unusually resistant to many chemical solvents, bases, and acids. It is much less brittle than HDPE. PP is also microwavable and dishwasher safe. Owing to its lighter nature, PP is now used in a wide variety of applications, including food packaging, textiles, laboratory equipment, automotive components, and HDPE. Thus, the market for HDPE is negatively impacted by this inter-polymer competition between PP and HDPE. The demand for thermoplastics from the automotive industry can be attributed to the weight reduction revolution. For instance, BMW is using thermoplastics for the exterior skin of their newest vehicles, such as the I series. The rising demand for thermoplastic materials increased the demand for the polypropylene market, thereby driving the high-density polyethylene market growth. Companies involved in the high-density polyethylene market are investing heavily to increase the sustainability of PE-HD. Companies are making efforts to use environmentally safe raw materials while maintaining the quality and safety standards of their products. Following the trend, for instance, Chevron Phillips Chemical is one of the top suppliers of polyethylene in the world. It provides high-density (HDPE), medium-density (MDPE), low-density (LDPE), linear low-density (LLDPE), metallocene, and masterbatches for a broad range of applications, including pressure pipes, soap and detergent bottles, flexible packaging, coatings and laminations, films, and more. In 2020, CPChem Co. LP (CPChem), a joint venture of Chevron Corp. and Phillips, offered to buy Nova Chemicals for $15 billion. The deal would enable CPChem Co. LP group to increase its ethylene reach, making it the third-largest polyethylene producer in North America and expanding its market reach. Nova Chemicals, headquartered in Canada, is a plastics and chemicals company. Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the high-density polyethylene market in 2022. North America was the second-largest region in the high-density polyethylene market report. The regions covered in the high-density polyethylene analysis report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, and Africa. The countries covered in the high-density polyethylene market are Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, South Korea, Russia, the UK, the USA, and Australia. The high-density polyethylene market consists of the sales of high-density polyethylene used for the production of shampoo bottles, toys, pipe systems, recycling bins, chemical containers, milk jugs, grocery bags, and cereal box liners. Values in this market are factory gate values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in the high-density polyethylene market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods. The high-density polyethylene market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified). The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products. 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Low-density polyethylene (LDPE) refers to a thermoplastic produced from the monomer ethylene. Low-density polyethylene is resistant to moisture and chemicals, and it is non-toxic, non-contaminating in nature, flexible, and relatively transparent. It is used to make many thin and flexible products, such as plastic bags for dry-cleaning, newspapers, and others. The manufacturing process of low-density polyethylene is the autoclave method and the tubular method. Autoclaving is a sterilization method that uses high-pressure steam. The autoclaving process works in that the boiling point of water increases when it is under pressure. The applications are film and sheets, extrusion coatings, injection molding, and other applications. The end-use industries are agriculture, electrical and electronics, packaging, construction, and other end-use industries. The global low-density polyethylene market is segmented – 1) By Manufacturing Process: Autoclave Method, Tubular Method 2) By Application: Film and Sheets, Extrusion Coatings, Injection Molding, Other Applications 3) By End User Industry: Agriculture, Electrical and Electronics, Packaging, Construction, Other End Use Industries The global low-density polyethylene (LDPE) market size will grow from $46.65 billion in 2022 to $51.11 billion in 2023 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.6%. The Russia-Ukraine war disrupted the chances of global economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, at least in the short term. The war between these two countries has led to economic sanctions on multiple countries, a surge in commodity prices, and supply chain disruptions, causing inflation across goods and services and affecting many markets across the globe. The market size of the low-density polyethylene (LDPE) is expected to grow from $72.34 billion in 2027 at a CAGR of 9.1%. The rising demand for LDPE in the packaging industry is expected to boost the growth of the low-density polyethylene (LDPE) market. LDPE is being increasingly used for food packaging and non-food packaging. Use of LDPE in packaging decreases the cost of packaging. LDPE has the properties of having good tensile strength and being flexible, which makes the process of packaging easy. LDPE is commonly used in food packaging to manufacture coffee can lids, bread bags, and fruit and vegetable bags used in grocery stores. It is also used in non-food packaging such as shipping sacks, bubble packing, envelopes, overwrap, and rack and counter bags. According to the American Plastics Council (APC), LDPE accounts for 65.5 percent of the total plastic film used in the packaging of food items, whereas it accounts for 54.9 percent of the total plastic film used in the packaging of non-food items. The increase in demand for packaging accelerates the demand for LDPE used as a packaging material. Major players in the low-density polyethylene market are Formosa Plastics Corporation, Dow Chemical Company, BASF SE, Chevron Phillips Chemical Company, DuPont de Nemours, LG Chem, Exxon Mobil Corporation, Reliance Industries Ltd., and LyondellBasell Industries. The rising popularity of Linear Low-Density Polyethylene (LLDPE) is expected to restrict the growth of the low-density polyethylene (LDPE) market. Linear Low-Density Polyethylene (LLDPE) acts as a substitute to low-density polyethylene (LDPE) with additional benefits such as high tensile strength and a higher degree of resistance from UV rays and other environmental factors when compared to low-density polyethylene (LDPE). According to an article by Plastivision, by 2023 the demand for LDPE for kitchen appliances is expected to reach 1.2 million metric tons only, whereas the demand for LLDPE for the making of industrial containers is expected to reach 3 million metric tons. Thus, the market for LDPE is negatively impacted owing to the high tensile strength and more flexibility offered by LLDPE as compared to LDPE. The production of bio-derived polyethylene is being widely adopted by companies in the low-density polyethylene market as a substitute for chemically synthesized polyethylene. Low-density polyethylene, like other plastics, is chemically synthesized and releases harmful toxins into the environment when burned and is difficult to decompose, further harming the environment. Companies involved in the LDPE market are investing in finding sustainable options for chemical plastics called bioplastics. These bio-plastics mimic the robustness and durability of conventional plastics such as LDPE and degrade in the open air. For instance, in July 2020, a US-based chemicals company Dow Inc., and a Malaysian manufacturer of stretch films launched a new range of bio-based polyethylene (bio-PE) in Asia-Pacific market. It is a bio-based polyethylene made from renewable feedstock that helps firms to develop high-performance plastics while limiting carbon footprint. In September 2022, Repeats Group BV, a plastics recycling platform based in the Netherlands acquired Polimero Srl for an undisclosed amount. The acquisition enables Repeats Group to further penetrate the Italian market with high quality recycled resin. Polimero Srl is an Italian manufacturer of recycled low-density polyethylene (LDPE). Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the low-density polyethylene market in 2022. North America was the second-largest region in the global low-density polyethylene market share. The regions covered in the global low-density polyethylene market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, and Africa. The countries covered in the low-density polyethylene market are Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, South Korea, Russia, the UK, the USA, and Australia. The low-density polyethylene (LDPE) market consists of the sales of rigid and soft low-density polyethylene. Values in this market are factory gate values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods. The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified). 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Polyvinyl chloride is a white synthetic organic compound available in powder form or granules with a high density and high impact strength. PVC is commonly used in construction as insulation on electrical wires. It is also blow-molded into clear, transparent bottles. The product types of poly-vinyl chloride are rigid PVC, flexible PVC, low-smoke PVC, and chlorinated PVC. Rigid PVC is a strong, stiff, low-cost plastic material that is easy to fabricate and easy to bond by using adhesives or solvents. The applications are pipes and fittings, film and sheets, wire and cables, bottles, profiles, hoses and tubing, and other applications. The end-use industries are building and construction, automotive, electrical and electronics, packaging, footwear, healthcare, and other end-use industries. The global poly-vinyl chloride market is segmented - 1) By Product Type: Rigid PVC, Flexible PVC, Low-smoke PVC, Chlorinated PVC 2) By Application: Pipes & Fittings, Film & Sheets, Wire & Cables, Bottles, Profiles, Hoses & Tubing, Other Applications 3) By End User Industry: Building & Construction, Automotive, Electrical & Electronics, Packaging, Footwear, Healthcare, Other End Use Industries The global poly-vinyl chloride market size will grow from $82.46 billion in 2022 to $89.02 billion in 2023 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.9%. The Russia-Ukraine war disrupted the chances of global economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, at least in the short term. The war between these two countries has led to economic sanctions on multiple countries, a surge in commodity prices, and supply chain disruptions, causing inflation across goods and services and affecting many markets across the globe. The market size of global poly-vinyl chloride is expected to grow from $119.4 billion in 2027 at a CAGR of 7.6%. The PVC market growth was aided by increased demand from industries such as construction, health care, and packaging. The growing need for PVC is expected to drive the market. PVC is lightweight and strong and is heavily used in the construction industry in the form of pipes, windows, flooring, and roofing. According to Oxford Economics, a UK-based firm providing global economic forecasting and econometric analysis, the worldwide construction output is expected to grow from $10.7 trillion in 2020 to $15.2 trillion by 2030 at a rate of 42%, which is expected to positively impact the PVC market. The growth of end-user industries, including construction, health care, and packaging, boosts the demand for PVC, increasing the growth of the PVC market. Major players in the polyvinyl chloride market are Westlake Chemical Corporation, Shin-Etsu Chemical Co., INEOS Group Ltd., LG Chem, Formosa Plastics Corporation, Occidental Chemical Corporation, China National Chemical Corporation (ChemChina), Mexichem SAB de CV, Axiall Corporation, and Shin-Etsu Chemical Co. The environmental impacts of using PVC challenge the growth of the PVC market. The emission of toxic fumes emitted during the manufacturing, use, and disposal of PVC raises environmental concerns. The manufacturing of PVC consumes a high amount of chlorine gas, due to which a large number of hazardous gases as by-products are emitted during the whole PVC lifecycle. PVC resists natural degradation. It stays in the environment for a long time, contributing to global pollution. Due to the harmful effects of PVC on the environment, PVC packaging has been banned or restricted in a number of countries around the world, such as Canada, Spain, South Korea, and the Czech Republic. Some U.S. cities, such as Rahway, NJ and Glen Cove, NY, have prohibited the use of PVC in food packaging or utensils. The ill effects of PVC restrain the growth of the Poly-Vinyl Chloride market. Poly-vinyl chloride manufacturing companies are increasingly implementing the new "molecular orientation" technology to improve the physical and mechanical properties of the PVC produced. Molecular orientation is a manufacturing method that increases the flexibility and resistivity of PVC from fatigue and impact. Under certain pressure, temperature, and speed conditions, molecular technology aligns the randomly arranged molecules in a normal PVC in the same direction. The new alignment improves the strength and ductility of the PVC pipes, creating new PVC-O pipes. For instance, Molecor uses molecular orientation to produce TOM® PVC-O pipes. These pipes are resistant to low temperatures and have high resistance to cracks or impacts. In October 2021, Oldcastle Infrastructure, a US-based company providing infrastructure services acquired National Pipe & Plastics Inc. for an undisclosed amount. The acquisition added PVC pipe portfolio to Oldcastle Infrastructure and enables it to offer integrated solutions to its customers. National Pipe & Plastics Inc. is a US-based PVC pipes company. Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the polyvinyl chloride market in 2022. North America was the second-largest region in the global polyvinyl chloride market. The regions covered in the global poly-vinyl chloride market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, and Africa. The countries covered in the polyvinyl chloride market are Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, South Korea, Russia, the UK, the USA, and Australia. The polyvinyl chloride (PVC) market consists of the sales of molecularly oriented polyvinyl chloride and modified polyvinyl chloride. Values in this market are factory gate values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods. The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified). The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products. 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Polybutadiene is a synthetic rubber that is formed from the polymerization process of the monomer 1,3-butadiene. Polybutadiene is abrasion-resistant and is used, especially in the manufacture of tires, as an additive to improve the mechanical strength of plastics such as polystyrene and acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS). Polybutadiene is also used to coat or encapsulate electronic assemblies, offering high electrical resistivity. The main product types of polybutadiene are solid polybutadiene and liquid polybutadiene. Liquid polybutadienes (LPBds) are highly reactive liquid hydrocarbon polymers that are being formulated into solvent-free or low-solvent coating formulations. The applications involved are automotive, chemical, industrial, and other applications. The sales channels involved are online and offline. The industry verticals are tire, automotive, chemical, industrial rubber manufacturing, and other industry verticals. The global polybutadiene (BR) market is segmented - 1) By Product Type: Solid Polybutadiene, Liquid Polybutadiene 2) By Application: Automotive, Chemical, Industrial, Other Applications 3) By Sales: Online, Offline 4) By Industry Vertical: Tire, Automotive, Chemical, Industry Rubber Manufacturing: Other Industry Verticals The global polybutadiene (BR) market size will grow from $19.5 billion in 2022 to $21.29 billion in 2023 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.2%. The Russia-Ukraine war disrupted the chances of global economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, at least in the short term. The war between these two countries has led to economic sanctions on multiple countries, a surge in commodity prices, and supply chain disruptions, causing inflation across goods and services and affecting many markets across the globe. The market size of the global polybutadiene (BR) is expected to grow from $29.36 billion in 2027 at a CAGR of 8.4%. Increased usage of polybutadiene in high-end tire manufacturing has contributed to the growth of the polybutadiene market. Nearly 70% of the world's production of polybutadiene is used in tire manufacturing. After the curing process, BR possesses different properties such as abrasion resistance, poor wet traction, and low rolling resistance because of its low glass transition temperature. It is also widely used in the sidewall of truck tires to improve abrasion and reduce wear. For example, companies such as UBE Industries manufacture BR, which is used in tires with premier physical properties such as rebound, tensile strength, heat buildup, and grades with excellent processability such as mixing, roll banding, and extrusion. Major players in the polybutadiene market report are LG Chem Ltd., Versalis S.P.A, China Petroleum & Chemical Corporation, JSR Corporation, Reliance Industries Limited, Lanxess AG, Kumho Petrochemical Co. Ltd., The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company, UBE Industries, Ltd., and Synthos S.A. Safety hazards have always been a major challenge in the polybutadiene industry. Due to its potential hazards, butadiene is not sold to customers directly, but it is used in the manufacture of polymers and elastomers. Butadiene is highly volatile and low-water soluble. Long-term exposure to butadiene is detrimental to human health. Exposure to high concentrations can result in damage to the central nervous system, blurred vision, nausea, headache, fatigue, decreased blood pressure, and coma. According to the International Agency for Research on Cancer, 1,3-Butadiene has been listed as a possible carcinogen. Neodymium polybutadiene (ND-PBR) rubber production is an emerging trend in the polybutadiene rubber market. Neodymium is a catalyzed synthetic polybutadiene that has high elasticity and is resistant to dynamic stress at both high and low temperatures. It is majorly used in the manufacturing of tires, conveyor belts, golf balls, footwear, and other industries. For instance, Lanxess, a producer of neodymium polybutadiene rubber, is producing 0.14 million tons of ND-PBR per year. In September 2022, Naftna Industrija Srbije (NIS), a Serbian oil and gas company received permission from the executive of the European Union ‘European Commission’ to acquire HIP-Petrohemija LLC Pancevo (HIPP) for an undisclosed amount. As a result, NIS aims to build HIP Petrohemija through modernization of basic production capacities, development of new plants and improving energy and business efficiency. HIP-Petrohemija LLC Pancevo (HIPP) is a Serbian petrochemicals and synthetic rubber manufacturer. Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the polybutadiene (br) market in 2022. Western Europe was the second-largest region in the global polybutadiene (br) market share. The regions covered in the polybutadiene market analysis report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, and Africa. The countries covered in the polybutadiene market are Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, South Korea, Russia, the UK, the USA, and Australia. The polybutadiene market consists of the sales of high-cis, medium-cis, and low-cis polybutadiene. Values in this market are factory gate values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods. The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified). The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products. The polybutadiene market research report is one of a series of new reports from The Business Research Company that provides polybutadiene market statistics, including polybutadiene industry global market size, regional shares, competitors with a polybutadiene market share, detailed polybutadiene market segments, market trends and opportunities, and any further data you may need to thrive in the polybutadiene industry. This polybutadiene market research report delivers a complete perspective of everything you need, with an in-depth analysis of the current and future scenario of the industry.

Polyethylene terephthalate is a high-gloss, crack-resistant transparent plastic. These are general-purpose thermoplastic polymers produced by the reaction of mono ethylene glycol (MEG) and purified terephthalic acid (PTA) and are known for their excellent combination of mechanical, thermal, chemical, and dimensional stability. The main product types of polyethylene terephthalate are virgin and recycled. Recycling is the process of reusing something after undergoing a series of changes or treatments. The applications are beverages, sheets & films, consumer goods, food packaging, and others (cosmetic bottles and household products). The end-use industries are packaging, electrical & electronics, automotive, construction, and others (material handling and strapping). The global polyethylene terephthalate market is segmented - 1) By Product Type: Virgin, Recycle 2) By Application: Beverages, Sheets & Films, Consumer Goods, Food Packaging, Other Applications (Cosmetic Bottles and Household Products) 3) By End User Industry: Packaging, Electrical & Electronics, Automotive, Construction, Other End Use Industries (Material Handling and Strapping) The global polyethylene terephthalate market size will grow from $39.18 billion in 2022 to $42.71 billion in 2023 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.0%. The Russia-Ukraine war disrupted the chances of global economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, at least in the short term. The war between these two countries has led to economic sanctions on multiple countries, a surge in commodity prices, and supply chain disruptions, causing inflation across goods and services and affecting many markets across the globe. The market size of the global polyethylene terephthalate is expected to grow from $59.39 billion in 2027 at a CAGR of 8.6%. The rising demand for polyethylene terephthalate in food and beverage packaging, such as carbonated soft drink packaging, contributed to the growth of the polyethylene terephthalate market. The increasing demand for bottled drinks and glass and metal container replacements finds no better alternatives to polyethylene terephthalate due to its versatility in shape and size. According to the Plastics Industry Association, a US-based plastic industry association, the plastics manufacturing shipments saw a 0.9% increase in 2020 and observed a 2.2% increase in 2021. The rising demand in the food and beverage packaging industry increased the demand for polyethylene terephthalate during the historic period, driving the market. Major players in the polyethylene terephthalate market report are Far Eastern New Century Corporation, Hengli Group Co. Ltd., Indorama Ventures Public Company Limited, JBF Industries Ltd., Jiangsu Sanfangxiang Group, Lotte Chemical Corporation, Octal, Reliance Industries Ltd., Saudi Basic Industries Corporation (SABIC), and Sinopec Group. Strict regulations on the use of plastic are a major challenge in the polyethylene terephthalate market. Governments across the world are imposing restrictions on plastic products such as bottles and single-use plastics and are raising awareness about recycling plastic materials. For instance, in June 2022, the US Interior Department, the executive department of the US federal government announced that it will ban the sale of single-use plastic on public lands, national parks by 2032.. Furthermore, according to the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry, India produces about 33 million pounds of plastic waste each day, and 60 percent of it is recycled. That’s approximately 24 pounds of waste per person per year, compared with 62 pounds globally. Imposing strict regulations on manufacturing and recycling plastic products has a negative impact on the polyethylene terephthalate market. Major companies are increasingly manufacturing bio-based PET using partially recyclable materials. Bio-based PET is a lightweight, recyclable, biodegradable, and reusable bioplastic material derived from biomass. It consists of 30% plant-derived ethanol glycol and 70% terephthalic acid derived from fossils. This is also used for the packaging of soft drinks, alcoholic beverages, food products, cosmetics, pharmaceutical products, and edible oils. The desire to use environmentally friendly products and stringent regulations have encouraged the use of bio-friendly products in industries and have resulted in an increased demand for bio-based PET. For instance, Eastlon consists of 30% renewable raw materials. Bio-PET has the same mechanical and thermal properties as fossil PET as a drop-in bioplastic.Applications include transparent packaging and bottles. Eastlon is 100% recyclable. A demonstration plant with an expected capacity of 18,000 tons of biomass will be built in Ontario (Canada) and will start producing 100% bio-based PET bottles by 2020. In January 2020, DAK Americas, a US-based company and the largest integrated producer of PET resins in the world and the main producer of polyester staple fibers, headquartered in North Carolina, United States, acquired Perpetual Recycling Solutions for an undisclosed amount. The acquisition of Perpetual and rPET capacity confirms Alpek Polyester’s ongoing dedication to sustainable product offerings to meet consumer demand for rPET content. Perpetual Recycling Solutions is a US-based company that is a high-quality manufacturer of post-consumer recycled PET resin. Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the polyethylene terephthalate market in 2022. North America was the second-largest region in the global polyethylene terephthalate market share. The regions covered in the polyethylene terephthalate market analysis report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, and Africa. The countries covered in the polyethylene terephthalate market are Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, South Korea, Russia, the UK, the USA, and Australia. The polyethylene terephthalate market consists of the sales of polyethylene terephthalate used in the production of PET bottles and jars, carpet, clothing, industrial strapping, rope, and automotive parts. Values in this market are factory gate values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods. The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified). The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products. The polyethylene terephthalate market research report is one of a series of new reports from The Business Research Company that provides polyethylene terephthalate market statistics, including polyethylene terephthalate industry global market size, regional shares, competitors with a polyethylene terephthalate market share, detailed polyethylene terephthalate market segments, market trends and opportunities, and any further data you may need to thrive in the polyethylene terephthalate industry. This polyethylene terephthalate market research report delivers a complete perspective of everything you need, with an in-depth analysis of the current and future scenario of the industry.

The amorphous polypropylene terephthalate refers to a thermal, rigid plastic that belongs to the polyester product family. It is known for their excellent transparency, light processing, and great barrier properties. Some of the advantages of amorphous polypropylene terephthalate are excellent impact resilience, deep foaming capabilities, and gas and water resistance qualities. The main types of additives in amorphous polypropylene terephthalate are chain extenders, nucleating agents, solid stating accelerators, impact modifiers, and others. Chain extenders are low molecular weight diols or diamines that react with diisocyanates to build polyurethane molecular weight. It comprises a short-chain diol used in polyurethanes and polyurethane-based thermoplastics (TPU) to make hard blocks. The amorphous polypropylene terephthalate is used in food & beverages, pharmaceuticals, dairy, automotive, textiles, and others for manufacturing of bottles, films/sheets, food packaging, and others. The global amorphous polypropylene terephatalate market is segmented - 1) By Additives: Chain Extenders, Nucleating Agents, Solid Stating Accelerators, Impact Modifiers, Other Additives 2) By End-Use: Food & Beverages, Pharmaceuticals, Dairy, Automotive, Textiles, Other End-Uses 3) By Application: Bottles, Films/Sheets, Food Packaging, Other Applications The global amorphous polypropylene terephatalate market size will grow from $37.87 billion in 2022 to $41.02 billion in 2023 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.3%. The Russia-Ukraine war disrupted the chances of global economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, at least in the short term. The war between these two countries has led to economic sanctions on multiple countries, a surge in commodity prices, and supply chain disruptions, causing inflation across goods and services and affecting many markets across the globe. The market size of the global amorphous polypropylene terephatalate is expected to grow to $55.96 billion in 2027 at a CAGR of 8.1%. The surge in the product demand for the purpose of packaging in the food & beverage sector will propel the growth of the amorphous polypropylene terephthalate market. Amorphous polyethylene terephthalate is used extensively for packaging food items and beverages, as it offers high strength and stiffness, clear visibility, and low creep characteristics, which make it perfect for use in food packaging applications. These plastics are used in the food and beverage industry to pack drinks, fresh meats, fruits, and vegetables. According to a United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) report, 36% of the total plastics produced is used in packaging, including single-use plastic products for food and beverage containers. Thus, surge in the product demand for the purpose of packaging in the food and beverage sector will drive the amorphous polypropylene terephthalate market. Major players in the amorphous polypropylene terephthalate market are Jiangsu Sanfangxiang Group Co., Ltd., DAK Americas, Teijin Ltd., M&G Chemicals SA., Alpek, EXP Plastics, Petrotemex S.A. de C.V., RTP Company, La Seda de Barcelona, and Formosa Plastic. Product innovation is a key trend gaining popularity in the amorphous polypropylene terephthalate market. Manufacturers are coming up with new product innovation that consists of green and environmentally friendly techniques for manufacturing plastic. For example, in 2020, Toray Plastics Inc., a US-based manufacturer of polypropylene And cast polypropylene films started manufacturing EcouseTM polyethylene terephthalate (PET) films. These are eco-friendly films that are sustainable. The company developed a recycling system that collects discarded films from electronic component applications and reuses them into environmentally friendly films. After establishing an annual manufacturing capacity of 2,500 metric tonnes, the company plans to begin full-scale sales of the new product. In January 2020, BASF, a Germany-based chemical corporation that operates globally in chemicals, plastics, performance goods, functional solutions, agricultural solutions, and oil and gas, acquired polyamide business from Solvay for €1.3 billion ($1.3 billion). This acquisition will enable BASF to provide better-engineered plastics solutions to its clients, such as autonomous driving and e-mobility. The acquisition also gives the corporation better access to emerging markets in Asia, and North and South America. Solvay, a Belgium-based company engages in the manufacture and distribution of chemical and plastic products. Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the amorphous polypropylene terephthalate market in 2022. The regions covered in the