Styrene Butadiene Rubber (SBR) Global Market Report 2023 – By Product Type (Emulsion Type, Solution Type), By Application (Automotive Tire, Footwear, Polymer Modification, Adhesives, Other Applications), By Distribution Channel (Direct/Institutional Sales, Retail Sales, Other Distribution Channels) – Market Size, Trends, And Global Forecast 2023-2032

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. 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The synthetic rubber and fiber refer to artificial elastomers that are produced via the polymerization of a variety of petroleum-based monomers. The synthetic rubber and fibers have superior elastic properties and greater durability. The main types of synthetic rubber and fibers are synthetic fibers, styrene-butadiene rubber (sbr), polybutadiene (BR), ethylene propylene (EPDM), and other types of synthetic rubber and fibers. Synthetic fibers are man-made textile fibers, including those made from natural materials (such as rayon and acetate from cellulose or regenerated protein fibers from zein or casein) and fully synthetic fibers (such as nylon or acrylic fibers). The applications involved are non-tire automotive, footwear, tire, construction, and other applications. The distribution channels are offline and online. The global synthetic rubber and fibers market is segmented - 1) By Type: Synthetic Fibers, Styrene Butadiene Rubber (SBR), Polybutadiene (BR), Ethylene Propylene (EPDM), Other Synthetic Rubber and Fibers 2) By Application: Non-Tire Automotive, Footwear, Tire, Construction, Other Applications 3) By Distribution Channel: Offline, Online The global synthetic rubber and fibers market grew from $285.65 billion in 2022 to $307.6 billion in 2023 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.7%. 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 synthetic rubber and fibers market is expected to grow to $403.27 billion in 2027 at a CAGR of 7.0%. Technology is expected to be a continued driver of market growth during this period. Industries that involve technology, such as this one, benefited from this trend during this period. For example, technologies such as Green Tires, where 20–30% of a vehicle's fuel consumption is related to tire performance, took off during this period. Green tires offer wet grip, durability, and low rolling resistance, reducing fuel consumption by 5–7%. Thus, technological advances that enabled improved performance and reduced fuel consumption contributed to the market growth. Major companies in the synthetic rubber and fibers market include Sinopec Limited, Mitsubishi Chemical Holdings Corp, Exxon Mobil, Lotte Chemical Corp, Odebrecht Engenharia E Construcao Sa, Teijin Ltd., Asahi Kasei Corporation, SK Innovation Co, GS Caltex Corporation, and Lenzing AG. Rising geopolitical tensions had a negative impact on the synthetic rubber and fibers markets during the historic period. Repercussions of geopolitical tensions include sanctions on Russia, trade protectionism, and heightened military tensions in the Middle East. Many countries place trade restrictions, especially on imports, to boost local production. For instance, Brexit is likely to lead to more trade restrictions between the UK and other countries in Europe. The US is also implementing several trade restrictions, especially with China, to boost its local production. For instance, the US imposed tariffs on $550 billion worth of Chinese goods, including chemicals and plastics, as of January 2020. Continued violence and terrorism in the Middle East and other parts of the world are also expected to have a negative impact on the market. Many manufacturers have started to use more synthetic than natural rubber because falling crude oil prices have led to lower prices. Synthetic rubber prices dropped 15% in Europe and 5% in the USA in the second quarter compared to a year earlier. The synthetic rubber supply was consistent and more affordable than natural rubber during the studied period. According to estimates, European manufacturers now use 60% synthetic rubber and 40% natural rubber for manufacturing products associated with rubber. For instance, according to a report by the Rubber World, the global synthetic rubber market is expected to reach 21.2 million metric tons by 2024. Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the synthetic rubber and fibers market in 2022. Western Europe was the second-largest region in the synthetic rubber and fibers market. The regions covered in the synthetic rubber and fibers market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, and Africa. The countries covered in the synthetic rubber and fibers market are Argentina, Australia, Austria, Bangladesh, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Chile, China, Colombia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Egypt, Finland, France, Germany, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Iran, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, Netherlands, New Zealand, Nigeria, Norway, Peru, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, South Africa, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, Turkey, UAE, UK, Ukraine, USA, and Vietnam. The synthetic rubber and fibers market consists of the sales of neoprene, buna rubbers, and butyl rubbers. 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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Rubber products refers to a collective term for all the goods made from a flexible material that can be vulcanized and polished into a variety of items and is made from the latex sap of trees, particularly those in the genera Hevea and Ficus. Rubber products are used to produce tires and retreading, rubber hoses and belting, rubber sealants, and all other rubber products which have domestic and industrial applications. The main types of rubber products are tire, hoses and belting, and other rubber products. A tyre, sometimes known as a tyre, is a ring-shaped element which covers the rim of a wheel to carry a vehicle’s weight from the axle to the earth while also providing grip on the ground over which the wheel moves. The different processes include molded, extruded, fabricated, latex-based, others and is used in various sectors such as construction & infrastructure, automotive, electrical & electronics, others. The global rubber products market is segmented – 1) By Type: Tire, Hoses And Belting, Other Rubber Product 2) By Process: Molded, Extruded, Fabricated, Latex-based, Other Processes 3) By End-User Industry: Construction & Infrastructure, Automotive, Electrical & Electronics, Other End Users Subsegments Covered: Radial Tires, Bias Tires, Rubber Hoses, Rubber Belts The global rubber products market size will grow from $374.37 billion in 2022 to $400.07 billion in 2023 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.9%. 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 rubber products is expected to grow to $503.79 billion in 2027 at a CAGR of 5.9%. Technological advancement is expected to be a continued driver of market growth during this period. Industries that involve technology, such as this one, benefited from this trend during this period. For example, technologies such as ”Green Tires", where 20-30% of a vehicle'’s fuel consumption is related to tire performance, took off during this period. Green Tires offer wet grip, durability and low rolling resistance, reducing fuel consumption by 5-7%. Thus, technological advancement which enabled improved performance, reduced fuel consumption contributed to the growth rubber products market. Major companies in the rubber products market include The Michelin Group, Bridgestone Corporation, Continental AG, Good Year Tire & Rubber Company, Sumitomo Rubber Group, The Hankook Tire group, Pirelli & C SpA, Yokohama Rubber Company Ltd., Toyo Tire & Rubber Co Ltd and Toyota Tsusho. The outbreak of Corona virus disease (COVID-19) has acted as a massive restraint on the rubber products manufacturing market in 2022 as supply chains were disrupted due to trade restrictions and consumption declined due to lockdowns imposed by governments globally. COVID-19 is an infectious disease with flu-like symptoms including fever, cough, and difficulty in breathing. The virus was first identified in 2019 in Wuhan, Hubei province of the People’s Republic of China and spread globally including Western Europe, North America and Asia. Steps by national governments to contain the transmission have resulted in halting of manufacturing activities and a decline in economic activity with countries entering a state of '‘lock down'’ and the outbreak had a negative impact on businesses throughout 2021 and into 2021. However, it is expected that the rubber products manufacturing market will recover from the shock across the forecast period as it is a '‘black swan'’ event and not related to ongoing or fundamental weaknesses in the market or the global economy. Computer simulation and 3D printing technology is expected to have a significant impact on the rubber product manufacturing industry. Increasing number of companies are adopting 3D technology to design and develop rubber products. Software aided system offers 3D presentations on production line processes, including potential fault lines and also provides control on the manufacturing process. For example, Stratasys develops 3D printing technologies to produce automotive tires that can be customized to different levels of hardness, and elongation. Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the rubber products market in 2022. North America was the second largest region in the rubber products market share. The regions covered in the rubber products market analysis report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the rubber products market report are Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Chile, China, Colombia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Egypt, Finland, France, Germany, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, Netherlands, New Zealand, Nigeria, Norway, Peru, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, South Africa, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, Turkey, UAE, UK, USA, Venezuela, Vietnam. The rubber products market consists of sales of pacifiers, clothes, mastication, tapping, and compression. 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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Styrene is a colorless, gritty organic compound derived from benzene. Styrene is readily evaporable and is also used as a precursor to polystyrene and several other copolymers. The main types of styrene market are acrylonitrile butadiene styrene, expanded polystyrene, and other types. Expanded polystyrene (EPS) is a rigid, tough, and lightweight thermoplastic product. EPS is good for the packaging and construction industries because of its lightweight, strong, and excellent thermal insulation properties. It is also segmented by application into automotive, construction, packaging, consumer goods, and others that are available through offline and online distribution channels. The global styrene market is segmented - 1) By Type: Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS), Expanded polystyrene (EPS), Other Types 2) By Application: Automotive, Construction, Packaging consumer goods, Other Applications 3) By Distribution Channel: Offline, Online The global styrene market size is expected to grow from $49.3 billion in 2021 to $52.28 billion in 2022 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.0%. 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 styrene is expected to grow to $62.81 billion in 2026 at a CAGR of 4.7%. The high demand for polystyrene drives the growth of the styrene market. Styrene is used to produce polystyrene through suspension polymerization. Polystyrene is a versatile plastic used for the manufacturing of refrigerators, air conditioners, ovens, microwaves, and vacuum cleaners. Polystyrene is majorly used in the packaging industry as it keeps food fresher for a longer duration. The demand for polystyrene is high in the automobile industry, where it is used in manufacturing car knobs, instrument panels, trim, energy-absorbing door panels, and sound-dampening foam. Thus, strong demand for polystyrene has resulted in a rise in demand. For instance, India and Iran are expected to lead the capacity expansion in the forecast period in order to cater to the demand. In India, Supreme Petrochem and LG Polymers India are expected to add 0.15 mtpa and 0.03 mtpa (million tons per annum) respectively. Thus, the rising demand for polystyrene and its derivatives positively drives the growth of the styrene market. Major players in the styrene market are Alpek SAB DE CV, Ashland Inc., Ineos Group AG, Nova Chemicals Corporation, Bayer Material science, Chevron Phillips Chemical Company LLC., ENI S.p.A., INEOS Styrolution Holding Ltd., Saudi Basic Industries Corp. (SABIC), and Total S.A. The increasing health and environmental concerns due to the use of styrene limits the demand for styrene. Styrene is primarily used in the production of plastics and other resins. Short-term exposure to styrene in humans is known to result in mucous membrane and eye irritation and gastrointestinal effects, whereas long-term exposure to styrene results in effects on the central nervous system (CNS), such as headache, fatigue, weakness, depression, CSN dysfunction, hearing loss, and peripheral neuropathy. In animals, oral exposure to styrene affects the liver, blood, kidneys, and stomach. Thus, the ill effects of styrene on health and the environment restrict the growth of the styrene market. The companies in the styrene market are working towards developing techniques to recycle styrene. In order to increase the efficiency and popularity of styrene, companies are investing in developing methods to recycle styrene. In January 2022, Agilyx, a Norway-based chemical recycling firm and Toyo Styrene, a Japanese chemicals firm partnered and commenced the construction of Toyo Styrene Co Ltd polystyrene (PS) chemical recycling plant in Chiba, Japan. The plant will boast the per day capacity to recycle 10 tons of post-use polystyrene, a product produced from styrene and used in the manufacturing of tires, back into new styrene monomer for the future of the industry. In October 2020, Shrieve Chemical Company, a US-based chemicals company acquired Styrene Business unit and other assets of CLP Chemicals for an undisclosed amount. The acquisition expands Shrieve’s products offering and enhances its customer service. CLP Chemicals is an American industrial chemical distributor. Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the styrene market in 2022. North America was the second-largest region in the styrene market report. The regions covered in the styrene analysis report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, and Africa. The countries covered in the styrene market are Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, South Korea, Russia, the UK, the USA, and Australia. The styrene market consists of the sales of styrene used for making synthetic rubber, resins, and plastics and improving drying oils. 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 styrene market research report is one of a series of new reports from The Business Research Company that provides styrene market statistics, including styrene industry global market size, regional shares, competitors with a styrene market share, detailed styrene market segments, market trends and opportunities, and any further data you may need to thrive in the styrene industry. 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Rubber additives refer to an elastic material created by coagulating the milky juice of any of several tropical plants. It is essentially an isoprene polymer that is made as sheets and subsequently dried. Rubber additives are used to improve the completed system's performance or to help in the system's processing. The main types of rubber additives are activators, accelerators, vulcanization inhibitors, plasticizers, and other types. Activators refer to inorganic and organic chemicals that are employed to start an accelerator's action. These are applicable to tires and non-tires and are used by the automotive, consumer goods, building and construction, and electrical insulation industries. The global rubber additives market is segmented - 1) By Type: Activators, Accelerators, Vulcanization Inhibitors, Plasticizers, Other Types 2) By Application: Tire, Non-Tire 3) By End Use: Automotive, Consumer Goods, Building and Construction, Electrical Insulation The global rubber additives market size grew from $5.15 billion in 2022 to $5.59 billion in 2023 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.5%. 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 rubber additives is expected to grow to $7.58 billion in 2027 at a CAGR of 7.9%. Increasing demand for high-performance rubber is expected to propel the growth of the rubber additives market going forward. High-performance rubber refers to the material's capacity to tolerate rather harsh environmental conditions such as heat, chemicals, and solvents. High-performance natural rubber composites using a carbon nanotube-modified natural fiber reinforcing structure For instance, in April 2022, according to a report shared by the Association of Natural Rubber Producing Countries (ANRPC), a Malaysian-based inter-governmental organization, the natural rubber (NR) market is predicted to improve further in terms of consumption. Inn 2022, the global output was 1.113 million tons, up 3.8% from the same month in 2021, but global consumption increased at a faster rate of 5.8% to 1.206 million tons. Therefore, the increasing demand for high-performance rubber is driving the growth of the rubber additives market Major players in the rubber additives market are Lanxess AG, Solvay SA, Akzo Nobel N.V., BASF SE, Arkema S.A., Sinopec, Eastman Chemical Company, Emery Oleochemicals LLC, Behn Meyer Group, R.T. Vanderbilt Holding Company Inc., Behn Meyer Group, Prisma Rubber Additives Ltd., Kraton Corporation, Performance Additives, and Peter Greven GmbH & Co. KG Product innovations are a key trend gaining popularity in the rubber additives market. Major companies operating in the rubber additives market are focused on developing new product innovations to strengthen their position. For instance, in December 2020, BASF, a Germany-based rubber additives manufacturer, launched Licity 2680. It is a general-purpose, long-lasting anode binder solution customized for improved performance in lithium-ion cells. This solution was developed such that it enables balanced characteristics, high colloidal stability, excellent compatibility with co-binders such as CMC, and excellent processability. This would allow an increased number of charge/discharge cycles while preventing electrode swelling. In August 2021, Lanxess AG, a Germany-based specialty chemicals company, acquired Emerald Kalama chemicals for an amount of $425 million. Lanxess's dominant position in the preservatives industry is strengthened by this acquisition, and the new products will be used in high-growth applications such as food and beverage, detergents, fabric softeners, cosmetics, and personal care items. Emerald Kalama Chemical BV is a Netherlands-based company and manufacturer of rubber additives. Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the rubber additives market in 2022. North America is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in this rubber additives market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, the Middle East, and Africa. The countries covered in the rubber additives market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA. The rubber additives market consists of sales of rubber additives such as fillers and curing agents. 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 rubber additives market research report is one of a series of new reports from The Business Research Company that provides rubber additives market statistics, including global market size, regional shares, competitors with a rubber additives market share, detailed rubber additives market segments, market trends and opportunities, and any further data you may need to thrive in the rubber additives industry. 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Ethylene propylene is a type of synthetic rubber formed as a terpolymer of ethylene, propylene, and a diene component. It is resistant to heat and electricity and is non-reactive towards acids and alkali compounds. Ethylene propylene is used in weather-stripping and seals, glass-run channels, radiators, garden and appliance hoses, tubing, belts, and electrical insulation. The main product types of ethylene-propylene are solution polymerization and suspension polymerization. Solution polymerization is the polymerization that takes place in a solution. The presence of a solvent prevents the viscosity of the reaction mixture from becoming too high, which is beneficial for fluid flow and heat transfer. The various applications involved are automotive, building and construction, plastic modification, lubricant additives, wires and cables, and tires and tubes. The global ethylene propylene (EPDM) market is segmented - 1) By Product Type: Solution Polymerization, Suspension Polymerization 2) By Application: Automotive, Building & Construction, Plastic Modification, Lubricant Additive, Wires & Cables, Tires & Tubes The global ethylene propylene (EPDM) market size will grow from $6.08 billion in 2022 to $6.69 billion in 2023 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.0%. 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 ethylene propylene (EPDM) is expected to grow from $9.45 billion in 2027 at a CAGR of 9.0%. The use of ethylene propylene (EPDM) market across various industries contributes to the growth of the ethylene-propylene market. In the automotive industry, EPDM products bond well with metals by providing a well-built barrier against the environment. EPDM possesses properties such as heat resistance, abrasion resistance, oil swell resistance, flame retardance, oxidation, ozone, and weather ageing due to its stable, saturated polymer backbone structure. Companies such as BRP manufacturing are providing EPDM for the automotive industry that includes under-the-hood, cabin pressure-equalizing assemblies, interior trim, and striker plate blinds. Thus, the usage of EPDM in different industries is contributing to the EPDM market's growth. Major players in the ethylene propylene (EPDM) market are The Dow Chemical Company, Exxon Mobil Corporation, Johns Manville, Inc., KUMHO POLYCHEM, Lanxess AG, Lion Elastomers LLC., Mitsui Chemicals, Inc., SK Global Chemical Co. Ltd., Sumitomo Chemical Co., Ltd., and Versalis S.p.A. The release of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) while manufacturing ethylene-propylene causes environmental pollution, which is challenging the growth of the EPDM market. VOCs consist of different chemicals that show adverse effects on human health as well as on the environment as they release fine particulates into the atmosphere, resulting in the formation of smog and reduced visibility. For instance, to avoid harmful emissions of VOCs, the Hong Kong government has implemented various regulations, such as products exceeding normal emissions of VOCs not allowed in the country. Thus, the increased release of VOCs from producing ethylene propylene is limiting the ethylene propylene (EPDM) market growth. The increasing demand for ethylene propylene diene monomer (EPDM) rubber produced from bio-based feedstock acts as a key trend driving the growth of the EPDM market. Renewable EPDM rubber uses raw materials such as sugar and glycerin to replace traditional feedstock such as isoprene and butadiene in synthetic rubber production to reduce greenhouse emissions and to achieve sustainability. For instance, Keltan, a Netherlands-based company, produced the first commercial bio-based feedstock, KELTAN ECo., based on renewable raw materials. Therefore, renewable ethylene propylene (EPDM) market rubber is expected to increase the market share of the ethylene propylene (EPDM) market. Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the ethylene-propylene market in 2022. Middle East was the second-largest region in the ethylene propylene (EPDM) market report. The regions covered in the ethylene propylene (EPDM) analysis report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, and Africa. The countries covered in the ethylene propylene (EPDM) market are Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, South Korea, Russia, the UK, the USA, and Australia. The ethylene propylene (EPDM) market consists of the sales of ethylene propylene made with ethylene and propylene alone, and ethylene propylene made with small amounts of a diene (generally ethylidene norbornene or 1,4-hexadiene). 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 ethylene propylene (EPDM) 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 ethylene propylene (EPDM) market research report is one of a series of new reports from The Business Research Company that provides ethylene propylene (EPDM) market statistics, including ethylene-propylene industry global market size, regional shares, competitors with an ethylene-propylene market share, detailed ethylene-propylene market segments, market trends and opportunities, and any further data you may need to thrive in the ethylene propylene (EPDM) market industry. This ethylene-propylene 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.

Synthetic fibers are man-made textiles that are usually made from chemical synthesis materials, such as rayon and acetate from cellulose, or regenerated protein synthetic fibers from zein or casein, as well as fully synthetic fibers. The types of synthetic fibers are polyester, nylon, acrylics, polyolefin, and other types. Polyester is a group of polymers that consist basically of repeated units of an ester and are used mainly in making fibers or plastics. The applications involved are clothing, home furnishings, automotive, filtration, and other applications. The distribution channels are online and offline. The global synthetic fibers market is segmented - 1) By Type: Polyester, Nylon, Acrylics, Polyolefin, Other Types 2) By Application: Clothing, Home Furnishing, Automotive, Filtration, Other Applications 3) By Distribution Channel: Online, Offline The global synthetic fibers market size will grow from $161.11 billion in 2022 to $174.16 billion in 2023 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.1%. 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 the global synthetic fibers is expected to grow from $231.33 billion in 2027 at a CAGR of 7.4%. Synthetic fiber is used in a broad range of applications, including the textile industry and home furnishings, owing to its physical and chemical properties such as high durability and stain-resistant characteristics. Polyester is one major fiber used in tires, belts, and hoses, whereas nylon is used for the preparation of carpets. According to a report, by 2030 it is expected that the consumption of polyester will be approximately three times that of cotton fiber. Thus, the increased usage of synthetic fibers in end-user industries is expected to drive the growth of synthetic fiber market. Major players in the synthetic fibers market are Bombay Dyeing, E. I. du Pont de Nemours and Company, Indorama Corporation, Lenzing AG, Mitsubishi Chemical Holdings Corporation, Reliance Industries Limited, China Petroleum Corporation (Sinopec Corp.), Teijin Limited, Toray Chemical Korea Inc., and Toyobo Co., Ltd. Synthetic fibers are non-biodegradable and affect the environment negatively. Fragmentation and withering of large synthetic fibers generate microplastics, which affect the ecosystem. Any plastic that is less than 5 mm in length is microplastic. Microplastics act as a medium through which harmful chemicals and micro-organisms enter the human body easily. According to a recent study that was started by the World Wildlife Fund and conducted by researchers at the University of Newcastle in Australia, it is estimated that people consume around 5 grams of plastic a week, which is similar to a credit card. As a result, governments impose stringent regulations to curb the use of synthetic fibers, restraining the growth of the market. Increased demand for lightweight and fuel-efficient materials or advanced composite materials is increasing the need for synthetic fibers. Synthetic fibers made from polymer aromatic polyamide are mainly of two types: para-aramid and meta-aramid. Aramids, UHME polyethylene, and POA are the major types of specialty synthetic fibers. Marine, medical, sporting goods, pressure vessels, and reinforcement materials industries are the significant applications for the specialty synthetic fiber market, and growth in these markets is driving the synthetic fiber market. For instance, some of the new products using synthetic fibers include bioplastics, plastic composites/nanocomposites, self-healing polymers, plastic electronics, and smart and reactive polymers. In February 2022, Bast Fibre Technologies, a Canada-based textile engineering company, acquired Lumberton Cellulose for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition of the Lumberton facility diversifies BFT’s natural fiber offerings, allowing entry into complementary product categories for cosmetic cotton, filtration, hygiene, and other nonwoven applications. Lumberton Cellulose is a US-based manufacturer of premium natural fibers. Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the synthetic fibers market in 2022. Western Europe was the second-largest region in the global synthetic fibers market share. The regions covered in the global synthetic fibers market analysis report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, and Africa. The countries covered in the synthetic fibers market are Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, South Korea, Russia, the UK, the USA, and Australia. The synthetic fibers market consists of the sales of rayon, microfiber, and spandex synthetic fibers. 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 synthetic fibers market research report is one of a series of new reports from The Business Research Company that provides synthetic fibers market statistics, including synthetic fibers industry global market size, regional shares, competitors with a synthetic fibers market share, detailed synthetic fibers market segments, market trends and opportunities, and any further data you may need to thrive in the synthetic fibers industry. This synthetic fibers 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.

Chemical compounds are substances that are produced based on the transformation of organic and inorganic raw materials by a chemical process and the formulation of products. Chemicals have characteristics such as flammability, toxicity, acidity, reactivity, and heat of combustion. The main types of chemicals are general chemical products, printing inks, toiletries, soap and cleaning compounds, adhesives, paints and coatings, pesticide and other types of agricultural chemicals, chemical fertilizers, synthetic rubber and fibers, plastic material and resins, ethyl alcohol, and other basic types of organic chemical, and other types of basic inorganic chemical, synthetic dye, and pigment, industrial gas, and petrochemicals. Printing ink is ink used in printing and contains a pigment or pigments of the required color mixed with oil or varnish. The types of intermediate chemicals are methanol, ethylene oxide, and propylene oxide. The end-users involved are pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, water treatment, construction, paints and dyes, oil and gas, rubber chemicals, surfactants, personal care, and other end-users. The global chemicals market is segmented - 1) By Type: General Chemical Product, Printing Inks, Toiletries, Soap and Cleaning Compounds, Adhesives, Paints and Coatings, Pesticide and Other Agricultural Chemicals, Chemical Fertilizers, Synthetic Rubber and Fibers, Plastic Material and Resins, Ethyl Alcohol and Other Basic Organic Chemical, Other Basic Inorganic Chemical, Synthetic Dye and Pigment, Industrial Gas, Petrochemicals 2) By Type of Intermediate Chemicals: Methanol, Ethylene Oxide, Propylene Oxide 3) By End User: Pharmaceuticals, Agrochemicals, Water Treatment, Construction, Paints and Dyes, Oil & Gas, Rubber Chemicals, Surfactants, Personal Care, Other End-Users Subsegments Covered: Oil-Based Printing Inks, Solvent-Based Printing Inks, Water-Based Printing Inks, Lotions (Including Sunscreens), Hair Preparations, Face Creams, Perfumes, Shaving Preparations, Other Cosmetic Preparations, Soap and Other Detergents, Surface Active Agents, Polish and Other Sanitation Goods, Water-Based Adhesives, Solvent-Based Adhesives, Hot-Melt-Based Adhesives, Reactive & Other Adhesives, Water Borne Coatings, Solvent Based Coatings, Powder Coatings, Other Paints and Coatings, Herbicides, Insecticides, Fungicides, Other Pesticide and Other Agricultural Chemicals, Nitrogen Fertilizer, Phosphate Fertilizer, Potash Fertilizer, Synthetic Fibers, Styrene Butadiene Rubber (SBR), Polybutadiene (BR), Ethylene Propylene (EPDM), Other Synthetic Rubber and Fibers, Polypropylene-Plastic Material and Resins, High-Density Polyethylene, Poly-Vinyl Chloride, Polyethylene Terephthalate, Polyurethane, Low-Density Polyethylene, Polystyrene-Plastic Material and Resins, Other Plastic Material and Resins, Synthetic Sweeteners, Plasticizers, Ethyl Alcohol, Silicone (except Resins), Fatty Acids, Gum and Wood Chemicals Synthetic Dye, Synthetic Pigments, Nitrogen, Oxygen, Carbon Dioxide, Hydrogen, Other Industrial Gas, Ethylene-Petrochemicals, Propylene-Petrochemicals, Benzene-Petrochemicals, Xylene, Styrene-Petrochemicals, Toluene, Cumene, Other Petrochemicals. The global chemicals market size will grow from $4700.13 billion in 2022 to $5079.29 billion in 2023 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.1%. 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 chemicals is expected to grow to $6851.59 billion in 2027 at a CAGR of 7.8%. Interest rates were low in most developed countries during this period. This positively impacted the growth of the chemicals market. For instance, in March 2020, the Bank of England, a UK-based central bank, reduced interest rates to 0.1%, the lowest level ever, as a measure of protest against COVID-19. These low-interest rates encouraged borrowing and increased the flow of money for investment. This allowed chemical companies to borrow money for process improvements, thus driving the market during the historic period. Major companies in the chemicals market include JXTG Holdings Inc., Sinopec Limited, BASF SE, Procter & Gamble, Unilever plc, L'Oreal SA, Dow Inc., Saudi Basic Industries Corporation (SABIC), Mitsubishi Chemical Holdings Corp, and Guardian Industries, LLC. Rising costs had a negative impact on the growth of the industrial gas market during the forecast period. This rise in raw material costs resulted in higher manufacturing costs, thus decreasing the investments available for research and development of new products. Additionally, companies invested heavily in marketing their products due to intense competition in the market. Rising trucking, railroad, dry-bulk, and air-freight rates also negatively impacted the market. This rise in operating costs increased the pressure on companies to protect margins while maintaining the quality of their products. Chemical companies are increasingly adopting sustainable and eco-friendly processes to eliminate the negative impact of chemical manufacturing on the environment. Evolution in technology and chemical sciences enables chemical companies to utilize alternative fuels to produce chemical products. They are using naturally available carbon dioxide to produce fuels, industrial products, and other substances. For instance, Akzo Nobel N.V., a chemicals and coatings giant, is planning to make a seven-figure investment in Green Lizard Technologies’ patented process to make surfactants from plants rather than from oils. Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the chemicals market in 2022. North America was the second-largest region in the chemicals market share. The regions covered in the chemicals market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, and Africa. The countries covered in the chemicals market report are Argentina, Australia, Austria, Bangladesh, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Chile, China, Colombia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Egypt, Finland, France, Germany, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Iran, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, Netherlands, New Zealand, Nigeria, Norway, Peru, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, South Africa, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, Turkey, UAE, UK, Ukraine, USA, and Vietnam. The chemicals market consists of the sales of petrochemicals, industrial gas, ethyl alcohol, organic chemicals and inorganic chemicals, resins, synthetic rubber, and artificial and synthetic fibers and filaments, pesticides, fertilizers, and other agricultural chemicals. The chemicals industry establishments produce a variety of chemical products by processing raw materials such as air, water, natural gas, oil, metals and minerals. 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 chemicals market research report is one of a series of new reports from The Business Research Company that provides chemicals market statistics, including chemicals industry global market size, regional shares, competitors with a chemicals market share, detailed chemicals market segments, market trends and opportunities, and any further data you may need to thrive in the chemicals industry. This chemicals 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.