The global plastic additives market size is anticipated to reach USD 71.43 billion by 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc. The market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 5.6% from 2024 to 2030. Owing to their ability to enhance performance, appearance, and processability of various polymers. Increasing demand for these additives is directly proportional to the growing consumption of polymers across the globe.The global plastic additives market size was 48.86 billion in 2023.
Additives are used with different polymers in order to result in maximum output and increase the life span of the product. Plastic additives are increasingly being used for variety of functions that include extenders, processing aids, property modifiers, and stabilizers in industrial applications.
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In 2023, the plasticizers segment dominated the market, capturing the largest revenue share of 51.52%. Plasticization involves altering the thermal and mechanical characteristics of a specific polymer.
Commodity plastics dominated the market and accounted for a share of 50.8% in 2023. Commodity plastics are essential building blocks for a wide range of everyday products.
The packaging segment accounted for the largest market revenue share of 30.8% in 2023. Plastic packaging is the most common type of packaging around the world as plastic packaging is so durable, lightweight and very thin.
In 2023, Asia Pacific plastic additives market emerged as the leader in the market, capturing a significant revenue share of 59.6%.
Grand View Research has segmented the global plastic additives market report based on product, plastic, end-use and region.
Plastic Additives Product Outlook (Revenue in USD Million, Volume in Kilotons, 2018 - 2030)
Plasticizers
Flame Retardants
Impact Modifiers
Antioxidants
Antimicrobials
UV Stabilizers
Others
Plastic Additives Plastic Outlook (Revenue in USD Million, Volume in Kilotons, 2018 - 2030)
Commodity Plastics
Engineering Plastics
High Performance Plastics
Plastic Additives End-use Outlook (Revenue in USD Million, Volume in Kilotons, 2018 - 2030)
Packaging
Automotive
Consumer Goods
Construction
Others (e.g., Pharmaceuticals, Sports Equipment)
Plastic Additives Regional Outlook (Revenue in USD Million, Volume in Kilotons, 2018 - 2030)
North America
U.S.
Canada
Mexico
Europe
UK
Germany
France
Italy
Spain
Russia
Denmark
Sweden
Norway
Asia Pacific
China
India
Japan
Australia
South Korea
Indonesia
Vietnam
Latin America
Brazil
Argentina
Middle East & Africa
South Africa
Saudi Arabia
UAE
Kuwait
List Of Key Players in the Plastic Additives Market
BASF SE
Clariant AG
Albemarle Corporation
Songwon Industrial Co., Ltd.
Nouryon
LANXESS AG
Evonik Industries AG
Kaneka Corporation
The Dow Chemical Company
ExxonMobil Corporation
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