The global industrial plastic market size is anticipated to reach USD 143.03 billion by 2030, registering a revenue-based CAGR of 6.0% over the forecast period, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc. Developments in the building and construction. electrical and electronics industries are projected to positively impact the demand for industrial plastics. Industrial plastics reduce weight in various equipment, thus improving their performance and reducing the overall maintenance cost. Rising demand for environmentally friendly and energy-saving products and solutions is expected to drive the market for industrial plastics. Moreover, increasing investments by the government and private institutions in the aerospace and defense sector are projected to contribute to the demand for these industrial plastics.
Most global companies are expected to enhance their product offerings for their consumers in Asia Pacific, Central and South America, and the Middle East and Africa. This can be attributed to significant growth opportunities for these companies in the electrical and electronics and building and construction industries. Strategic partnerships, capacity expansion, and new product development are among the major strategies adopted by most players operating in the market. Demand for products that are lightweight, durable, and efficient is increasing in various applications, including automotive, electrical and electronics, building and construction, and others. New product launches have enabled consumers to pick application-specific products from a wide range of options. Expansion of distribution channels has also made industrial plastics readily available to the users, thus acting as a driving force for the growth of this market.
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Based on product, polyamide occupied the largest share in 2014 on account of its properties, such as rigidity, sliding friction, dimensional stability, and chemical resistance
PEKK emerged as the fastest growing product segment in Asia Pacific and North America as it is used in 3D printing application in the healthcare, automotive, and aerospace industries
By application, the automotive and transportation segment accounted for 29.1% share of the global revenue in 2024 and is projected to witness significant growth over the forecast period.
Asia Pacific dominated the market in 2024, holding the largest revenue share at over 45.9%, China being the largest shareholder in the region, accounting for 52.84% of the market share,
The overall North American plastics market is projected to reach a revenue of approximately USD 139.65 billion by 2030, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.9% from 2024 to 2030.
Grand View Research has segmented the industrial plastic market on the basis of product, application, and region:
Industrial Plastic Product Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, Tons, 2018 - 2030)
Polyphenylene Ether
Acrylonitirle Butadiene Styrene (ABS)
Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT)
PEEK
Polyamide
Polysulfone (PSU)
Polyphenylsulfone (PPSU)
Liquid Crystal Polymers
Polytettrafluoroethylene (PTFE)
Polyetherimide
PEKK
Polycarbonate
Others (PEK, etc.)
Industrial Plastic Application Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, Tons, 2018 - 2030)
Packaging
Building & Construction
Electrical & Electronics
Automotive & Transportation
Healthcare
Aerospace
Others
Industrial Plastic Region Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, Tons, 2018 - 2030)
North America
U.S.
Canada
Mexico
Europe
Germany
France
U.K.
Spain
Italy
Turkey
Asia Pacific
China
India
Japan
Southeast Asia
Central & South America
Brazil
Middle East & Africa
List of Key Players in the Industrial Plastic Market
BASF
SABIC
Victrex plc.
Ensinger
Evonik Industries AG
LyondellBasell Industries Holdings B.V.
Arkema Inc.
Eastman Chemical Company.
Solvay SA
Formosa Plastics Corporation, U.S.A.
Teijin Aramid
Mitsubishi Engineering-Plastics Corporation
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