Global Polyethylene Market Size & Outlook, 2024-2030
Global polyethylene market, 2018-2030 (US$M)
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Global polyethylene market highlights
- The global polyethylene market generated a revenue of USD 159,887.1 million in 2024 and is expected to reach USD 213,769.4 million by 2030.
- The market is expected to grow at a CAGR (2025 - 2030) of 5% by 2030.
- In terms of segment, high-density polyethylene (hdpe) accounted for a revenue of USD 79,463.5 million in 2024.
- Linear Low-density Polyethylene (LLDPE) is the most lucrative product segment registering the fastest growth during the forecast period.
- In terms of region, Asia Pacific was the largest revenue generating market in 2024.
- Country-wise, Australia is expected to register the highest CAGR from 2025 to 2030.
Global data book summary
| Market revenue in 2024 | USD 159,887.1 million |
| Market revenue in 2030 | USD 213,769.4 million |
| Growth rate | 5% (CAGR from 2025 to 2030) |
| Largest segment | High-density polyethylene (hdpe) |
| Fastest growing segment | Linear Low-density Polyethylene (LLDPE) |
| Historical data covered | 2018 - 2023 |
| Base year for estimation | 2024 |
| Forecast period covered | 2025 - 2030 |
| Quantitative units | Revenue in USD million |
| Market segmentation | Low-density Polyethylene (LDPE), High-density Polyethylene (HDPE), Linear Low-density Polyethylene (LLDPE) |
Other key industry trends
- In terms of revenue, the North America accounted for 19.1% of the global polyethylene market in 2024.
- By country, the China is projected to lead the global market in terms of revenue in 2030.
- By country, Australia is the fastest growing regional market and is projected to reach USD 2,836.1 million by 2030.
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Polyethylene Market Companies
| Name | Profile | # Employees | HQ | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| China Petrochemical Corporation | View profile | - | - | - |
| Borealis | View profile | 5001-10000 | Vienna, Wien, Austria, Europe | https://www.borealisgroup.com |
| MOL Group | View profile | 10001+ | Budapest, Budapest, Hungary, Europe | http://molgroup.info/en/ |
| Basf SE ADR | View profile | 111855 | Carl-Bosch-Strasse 38, Ludwigshafen am Rhein, Germany, 67056 | https://www.basf.com |
| INEOS | View profile | 10001+ | Rolle, Geneve, Switzerland, Europe | http://www.ineos.com/ |
| Formosa Plastics Group | View profile | 1001-5000 | Taipei, T'ai-pei, Taiwan, Asia | https://www.fpg.com.tw/ |
| SABIC | View profile | 10001+ | Riyadh, Ar Riyad, Saudi Arabia, Asia | http://www.sabic.com |
| Mitsubishi Chemical Group Corp | View profile | 74632 | 1-1 Marunouchi 1-chome, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, Japan, 100-8251 | https://www.mcgc.com |
| LG Chem | View profile | 10001+ | Seoul, Seoul-t'ukpyolsi, South Korea, Asia | https://www.lgchem.com |
| Exxon Mobil Corp | View profile | 61500 | 22777 Springwoods Village Parkway, Spring, TX, United States, 77389-1425 | https://www.exxonmobil.com |
| LyondellBasell Industries NV Class A | View profile | 20000 | One Vine Street, 4th Floor, London, United Kingdom, W1J0AH | https://www.lyondellbasell.com |
| Dow Inc | View profile | 35900 | 2211 H.H. Dow Way, Midland, MI, United States, 48674 | https://www.dow.com |
| Braskem SA ADR | View profile | 8569 | Rua Lemos Monteiro, 120-24 Andar, Butanta, SP, Brazil, CEP 05501-050 | https://www.braskem.com.br |
Global polyethylene market outlook
The databook is designed to serve as a comprehensive guide to navigating this sector. The databook focuses on market statistics denoted in the form of revenue and y-o-y growth and CAGR across the globe and regions. A detailed competitive and opportunity analyses related to polyethylene market will help companies and investors design strategic landscapes.
High-density polyethylene (hdpe) was the largest segment with a revenue share of 49.7% in 2024. Horizon Databook has segmented the Global polyethylene market based on low-density polyethylene (ldpe), high-density polyethylene (hdpe), linear low-density polyethylene (lldpe) covering the revenue growth of each sub-segment from 2018 to 2030.
- Global Polyethylene Product Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018-2030)
- Low-density Polyethylene (LDPE)
- High-density Polyethylene (HDPE)
- Linear Low-density Polyethylene (LLDPE)
- Global Polyethylene Application Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018-2030)
- Bottles & Containers
- Films & Sheets
- Bags & Sacks
- Pipes & Fittings
- Others
- Global Polyethylene End Use Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018-2030)
- Packaging
- Construction
- Automotive
- Agriculture
- Consumer Electronics
- Others
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