South Korea Polyurethane Foam Market Size & Outlook
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South Korea polyurethane foam market highlights
- The South Korea polyurethane foam market generated a revenue of USD 2,533.1 million in 2025 and is expected to reach USD 5,091.9 million by 2033.
- The South Korea market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 9.2% from 2026 to 2033.
- In terms of segment, flexible foam was the largest revenue generating product in 2025.
- Flexible Foam is the most lucrative product segment registering the fastest growth during the forecast period.
Polyurethane foam market data book summary
| Market revenue in 2025 | USD 2,533.1 million |
| Market revenue in 2033 | USD 5,091.9 million |
| Growth rate | 9.2% (CAGR from 2026 to 2033) |
| Largest segment | Flexible foam |
| Fastest growing segment | Flexible Foam |
| Historical data | 2021 - 2024 |
| Base year | 2025 |
| Forecast period | 2026 - 2033 |
| Quantitative units | Revenue in USD million |
| Market segmentation | Rigid Foam, Flexible Foam |
| Key market players worldwide | Huntsman Corp, Dow Inc, Basf SE, Sekisui Chemical Co Ltd, Trelleborg AB ADR, Future PLC, Recticel, UFP Technologies Inc, Rogers Corp, Compagnie de Saint-Gobain SA |
Other key industry trends
- In terms of revenue, South Korea accounted for 5.0% of the polyurethane foam market in 2025.
- Country-wise, China is expected to lead the global market in terms of revenue in 2033.
- In Asia Pacific, China polyurethane foam market is projected to lead the regional market in terms of revenue in 2033.
- India is the fastest growing regional market in Asia Pacific and is projected to reach USD 5,247.9 million by 2033.
The polyurethane (PU) foam market in South Korea is experiencing a significant upswing and is poised for substantial growth in the upcoming years. Several key factors contribute to the market's expansion and potential.
Firstly, the construction industry in South Korea is witnessing remarkable development, driven by urbanization, infrastructure projects, and the focus on energy-efficient buildings. As sustainability becomes increasingly important, the demand for PU foam in insulation applications has soared.
Moreover, the automotive sector in South Korea presents a significant opportunity for the PU foam market's growth. As a leading global automotive manufacturer, the country's automotive industry is driven by innovation and technological advancements.
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Polyurethane Foam Market Companies
| Name | Profile | # Employees | HQ | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Basf SE | View profile | 111,855 | Carl-Bosch-Strasse 38, Ludwigshafen am Rhein, Germany, 67056 | www.basf.com |
| Dow Inc | View profile | 35,900 | 2211 H.H. Dow Way, Midland, MI, United States, 48674 | www.dow.com |
| Huntsman Corp | View profile | 6,000 | 10003 Woodloch Forest Drive, The Woodlands, TX, United States, 77380 | www.huntsman.com |
| Compagnie de Saint-Gobain SA | View profile | 168,508 | 12, Place de l'Iris, Tour Saint-Gobain, Courbevoie, France, 92400 | www.saint-gobain.com |
| Sekisui Chemical Co Ltd | View profile | 26,838 | 4-4, Nishitenma 2-Chome, Kita-ku, Osaka, Japan, 530-8565 | www.sekisui.co.jp |
| Trelleborg AB ADR | View profile | 15,646 | Johan Kocksgatan 10, P.O. Box 153, Trelleborg, Sweden, SE- 23122 | www.trelleborg.com |
| UFP Technologies Inc | View profile | 3,293 | 100 Hale Street, Newburyport, MA, United States, 01950-3504 | www.ufpt.com |
| Rogers Corp | View profile | 3,300 | 2225 West Chandler Boulevard, Chandler, AZ, United States, 85224-6155 | www.rogerscorp.com |
| Recticel | View profile | 5001-10000 | Brussels, Brussels Hoofdstedelijk Gewest, Belgium, Europe | www.recticel.com |
| Future PLC | View profile | 2,920 | Quay House, The Ambury, Bath, United Kingdom, BA1 1UA | www.futureplc.com |
South Korea Polyurethane Foam Market Outlook
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Flexible Foam was the largest segment with a revenue share of 64.02% in 2025.
Horizon Databook has segmented the South Korea polyurethane foam market based on rigid foam, flexible foam covering the revenue growth of each sub-segment from 2021 to 2033.
The polyurethane (PU) foam market in South Korea is experiencing a significant upswing and is poised for substantial growth in the upcoming years. Several key factors contribute to the market's expansion and potential.
Firstly, the construction industry in South Korea is witnessing remarkable development, driven by urbanization, infrastructure projects, and the focus on energy-efficient buildings. As sustainability becomes increasingly important, the demand for PU foam in insulation applications has soared.
Moreover, the automotive sector in South Korea presents a significant opportunity for the PU foam market's growth. As a leading global automotive manufacturer, the country's automotive industry is driven by innovation and technological advancements.
- South Korea Polyurethane Foam Market Product Outlook (Revenue, USD Million , 2021-2033)
- Rigid Foam
- Flexible Foam
- South Korea Polyurethane Foam Market Application Outlook (Revenue, USD Million , 2021-2033)
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- Construction
- Electronics
- Footwear
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