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Engineering Plastics - Global Strategic Business Report

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  • 308 Pages
  • April 2024
  • Region: Global
  • Global Industry Analysts, Inc
  • ID: 338447

Global Engineering Plastics Market to Reach $248.9 Billion by 2030

The global market for Engineering Plastics estimated at US$157.9 Billion in the year 2023, is projected to reach a revised size of US$248.9 Billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 5.9% over the analysis period 2023-2030. Acrylonitrile-Butadiene-Styrene (ABS), one of the segments analyzed in the report, is expected to record 6.1% CAGR and reach US$93.6 Billion by the end of the analysis period. Growth in the Polyamide segment is estimated at 5.4% CAGR for the next 8-year period.

The U.S. Market is Estimated at $41.7 Billion, While China is Forecast to Grow at 8.7% CAGR

The Engineering Plastics market in the U.S. is estimated at US$41.7 Billion in the year 2023. China, the world's second largest economy, is forecast to reach a projected market size of US$58.3 Billion by the year 2030 trailing a CAGR of 8.7% over the analysis period 2023 to 2030. Among the other noteworthy geographic markets are Japan and Canada, each forecast to grow at 3.1% and 5.4% respectively over the 2023-2030 period. Within Europe, Germany is forecast to grow at approximately 3.7% CAGR.

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  • Competitor coverage with global market shares of major players
  • Player market presence analysis (Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial) across multiple geographies
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What to Expect from the Global Economy in 2024

Edgy geopolitics, and economic instability caused by monetary policy tightening and ensuing higher interest rates will create a tumultuous landscape for 2024. Several factors will continue to exert pressure on the path to recovery including hostilities in the Middle East and increasingly common climate disasters. Among the risks, several positives are also taking shape such as growing signs of disinflation and easing of anxiety over stubborn inflation, supply chain normalization and price moderation despite volatility in energy costs. Elections across several G21 jurisdictions, notably in India and the United States, will have potential ramifications for capital flows and investment strategies. While India emerges as a compelling destination in the global investment landscape, U.S, based tech firms will continue to dominate, fueled by a dynamic ecosystem of talent and capital. Tech opportunities in Silicon Valley and beyond remain attractive for investors seeking high-growth prospects supported largely by a resilient albeit slowing domestic economy and conducive regulatory environment. Europe will continue to battle tight monetary policy and recession risks with U.K. having the most challenging outlook and running the greatest risk of recession in 2024. China remains a wild card with hope for growth in the country underpinned by government spending and improvements in consumer spending. The volatile environment will offer both opportunities and challenges for investors and businesses alike. Embracing volatility as a catalyst for growth together with agility and strategic foresight in navigating investment decisions will remain important for survival.

Select Competitors (Total 112 Featured) -

  • BASF SE
  • Celanese Corp.
  • Chi Mei Corp.
  • Continental Structural Plastics Inc.
  • Covestro AG
  • Dow Inc.
  • Eastman Chemicals Company
  • Evonik Industries AG
  • Formosa Plastics Corp.
  • Honeywell International, Inc.
  • Huntsman Corp.
  • Lanxess AG
  • LG Chem
  • Polyplastics Co., Ltd.
  • Radici Partecipazioni SpA
  • Royal DSM N.V.
  • SABIC
  • Teijin Ltd.
  • Toray Industries Inc.
  • WinTech Polymer Ltd.

Table of Contents

I. METHODOLOGYII. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
1. MARKET OVERVIEW
  • Influencer Market Insights
  • World Market Trajectories
  • A Quick Primer
  • Recent Market Activity
  • Current & Future Analysis
  • Engineering Plastics Emerge as Critical Material for Automotive Industry
  • Emerging Markets to Propel Demand for Engineering Plastics
  • Improving Economy Buoys General Market Optimism
  • Years 2016 and 2017 in Retrospect
  • 2018 Global Economic Outlook
  • Stability in Global Manufacturing PMI Infuses New Confidence
  • While Fiscal Cliff Concerns Recede to Background, Improving Economy Augurs Well for the Market
  • Market to See New Growth in Key End-Use Sectors
  • Higher Demand from Automotive Sector Charms the Market
  • Rise in Automotive Production Augurs Well for Engineering Plastics Market
  • Demand from Electrical & Electronics Remains Northbound
  • Appliances Seek More of Engineering Plastics
  • Aerospace Looks at Engineering Plastics in Search of Low-Weight Materials
  • Engineering Plastics - Global Key Competitors Percentage Market Share in 2023 (E)
  • Competitive Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial for Players Worldwide in 2023 (E)
  • Global Economic Update
2. FOCUS ON SELECT PLAYERS
  • BASF SE (Germany)
  • Celanese Corporation (USA)
  • Chi Mei Corp. (Taiwan)
  • Covestro AG (Germany)
  • DowDuPont Inc. (USA)
  • Eastman Chemicals Company (USA)
  • Evonik Industries AG (Germany)
  • Formosa Plastics Corporation (Taiwan)
  • Honeywell International Inc. (USA)
  • Huntsman Corporation (USA)
  • Lanxess AG (Germany)
  • LG Chem (South Korea)
  • Polyplastics Co., Ltd. (Japan)
  • WinTech Polymer Ltd. (Japan)
  • Radici Partecipazioni SpA (Italy)
  • Royal DSM N.V. (The Netherlands)
  • SABIC (Saudi Arabia)
  • SABIC Innovative Plastics US LLC (USA)
  • Teijin Ltd. (Japan)
  • Continental Structural Plastics Inc. (USA)
  • Toray Industries Inc. (Japan)
3. MARKET TRENDS & DRIVERS
  • Focus on Innovation Steers Growth
  • Sustainability Emerges as Key Consideration
  • Engineering Plastics Demonstrate Faster Growth than Commodity Plastics in Medical Applications
  • Heat-Resistant Engineering Plastics Replace Steel in Hot Water Tanks
  • Blends - Gaining Ground
  • High Cost Remains a Key Impeding Factor for Engineering Polymers Resins
  • Demand Conditions Brighten Up for Polycarbonate
  • Polycarbonate Panels Make Structures Energy Efficient
  • Asia - The Leading Polycarbonate Producer
  • SABIC and Covestro Dominate Global Polycarbonate Production
  • Electronics Account for Higher Share of the Total PC Demand
  • Automotive Applications to Boost PC Demand
  • Transforming Mobility
  • Lightweight Polycarbonate for Windows of Vehicles
  • PC Seeks New Opportunities in the Medical Sector
  • Durability Extends Advantage for PC in Water Bottles
  • Europe Establishes Norms for PC Sheet
  • ABS Facing Stiff Competition from Other Engineering Plastics Focuses on Niche Market
  • Taiwan Leads the Global ABS Production
  • Nylon Aims New Highs
  • Nylon Seeks Potential Opportunity in Engine Parts
  • Automotive Drives Global Polyacetal Demand
  • Polyplastics Dominates Polyacetal Production
  • Polyacetal Preferred for Producing Mechanical Parts Because of Excellent Mechanical Properties
  • Healthy Growth Projected in Thermoplastic Polyesters and Low Volume Resins
  • Thermoplastic Polyester Engineering Resins and Their Growing Usage
  • Demand for Thermoplastic Polyester in Medical Applications to Grow
  • PPS Sees Improved Opportunities
  • PPS Competes with Nylon in Under-the-Hood Applications
4. GLOBAL MARKET PERSPECTIVE
  • Table 1: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Automotive by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 2: World Historic Review for Automotive by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2022 and % CAGR
  • Table 3: World 16-Year Perspective for Automotive by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa for Years 2014, 2024 & 2030
  • Table 4: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Other End-Uses by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 5: World Historic Review for Other End-Uses by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2022 and % CAGR
  • Table 6: World 16-Year Perspective for Other End-Uses by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa for Years 2014, 2024 & 2030
  • Table 7: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Acrylonitrile-Butadiene-Styrene (ABS) by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 8: World Historic Review for Acrylonitrile-Butadiene-Styrene (ABS) by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2022 and % CAGR
  • Table 9: World 16-Year Perspective for Acrylonitrile-Butadiene-Styrene (ABS) by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa for Years 2014, 2024 & 2030
  • Table 10: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Polyamide by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 11: World Historic Review for Polyamide by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2022 and % CAGR
  • Table 12: World 16-Year Perspective for Polyamide by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa for Years 2014, 2024 & 2030
  • Table 13: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Fluoropolymer by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 14: World Historic Review for Fluoropolymer by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2022 and % CAGR
  • Table 15: World 16-Year Perspective for Fluoropolymer by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa for Years 2014, 2024 & 2030
  • Table 16: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Thermoplastic Polyesters (PBT / PET) by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 17: World Historic Review for Thermoplastic Polyesters (PBT / PET) by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2022 and % CAGR
  • Table 18: World 16-Year Perspective for Thermoplastic Polyesters (PBT / PET) by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa for Years 2014, 2024 & 2030
  • Table 19: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Other Product Segments by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 20: World Historic Review for Other Product Segments by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2022 and % CAGR
  • Table 21: World 16-Year Perspective for Other Product Segments by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa for Years 2014, 2024 & 2030
  • Table 22: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Building & Construction by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 23: World Historic Review for Building & Construction by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2022 and % CAGR
  • Table 24: World 16-Year Perspective for Building & Construction by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa for Years 2014, 2024 & 2030
  • Table 25: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Consumer Goods by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 26: World Historic Review for Consumer Goods by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2022 and % CAGR
  • Table 27: World 16-Year Perspective for Consumer Goods by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa for Years 2014, 2024 & 2030
  • Table 28: World Engineering Plastics Market Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2030
  • Table 29: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Engineering Plastics by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2023 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 30: World Historic Review for Engineering Plastics by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2022 and % CAGR
  • Table 31: World 16-Year Perspective for Engineering Plastics by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets for Years 2014, 2024 & 2030
III. MARKET ANALYSIS
UNITED STATES
  • Engineering Plastics Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in the United States for 2024 (E)
CANADA
JAPAN
  • Engineering Plastics Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Japan for 2024 (E)
CHINA
  • Engineering Plastics Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in China for 2024 (E)
EUROPE
  • Engineering Plastics Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Europe for 2024 (E)
FRANCE
  • Engineering Plastics Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in France for 2024 (E)
GERMANY
  • Engineering Plastics Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Germany for 2024 (E)
ITALY
UNITED KINGDOM
  • Engineering Plastics Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in the United Kingdom for 2024 (E)
SPAINRUSSIAREST OF EUROPE
ASIA-PACIFIC
  • Engineering Plastics Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Asia-Pacific for 2024 (E)
AUSTRALIA
  • Engineering Plastics Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Australia for 2024 (E)
INDIA
  • Engineering Plastics Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in India for 2024 (E)
SOUTH KOREAREST OF ASIA-PACIFIC
LATIN AMERICA
  • Engineering Plastics Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Latin America for 2024 (E)
ARGENTINABRAZILMEXICOREST OF LATIN AMERICA
MIDDLE EAST
  • Engineering Plastics Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Middle East for 2024 (E)
IRANISRAELSAUDI ARABIAUNITED ARAB EMIRATESREST OF MIDDLE EAST
AFRICA
  • Engineering Plastics Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Africa for 2024 (E)
IV. COMPETITION

Companies Mentioned (Partial List)

A selection of companies mentioned in this report includes, but is not limited to:

  • BASF SE
  • Celanese Corp.
  • Chi Mei Corp.
  • Continental Structural Plastics Inc.
  • Covestro AG
  • Dow Inc.
  • Eastman Chemicals Company
  • Evonik Industries AG
  • Formosa Plastics Corp.
  • Honeywell International, Inc.
  • Huntsman Corp.
  • Lanxess AG
  • LG Chem
  • Polyplastics Co., Ltd.
  • Radici Partecipazioni SpA
  • Royal DSM N.V.
  • SABIC
  • Teijin Ltd.
  • Toray Industries Inc.
  • WinTech Polymer Ltd.

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