India ABS Comprehensive Techno-Commercial Market Analysis and Forecast, 2013-2030

Acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene (ABS) is a copolymer plastic containing styrene, butadiene and acrylonitrile. The demand for ABS in India stood at 238 KTPA in 2018 and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 9.21% during 2019-2030 to reach 677 KTPA by 2030. Increasing use of ABS in electrical & electronics sector due to its excellent insulation properties is expected to propel the demand for ABS in the country. Moreover, heavy use of ABS in plastic parts for automobile production, owing to properties such as lightweight, which also gives fuel efficiency, resistance to heat and water and toughness would further propel its demand in India. Additionally, extensive use of ABS in the production of inhalers and other medical equipment is likely to positively push the country’s ABS market during the forecast period.

Years Considered for this Report:

Historical Years: 2013-2017
Base Year: 2018
Estimated Year: 2019
Forecast Period: 2020-2030

Objective of the Study:

• The primary objective of the study was to evaluate and forecast ABS capacity, production, demand, inventory, and the demand - supply gap in India.


• To categorize the Indian ABS market based on end-use, region and sales channel.


• To study trade dynamics and company share in the Indian ABS market.


• To identify major customers in the Indian ABS market.


• To evaluate and forecast ABS pricing by type in India.


• To identify and profile major companies operating in the Indian ABS market.


• To identify trending news, deals and expansion plans in the Indian ABS market.

Some of the major players operating in the country’s ABS market are Stahl India Private Limited, Sicagen India Limited, Lanxess India Private Limited, Haryana ABS Limited, TFL Quinn India Private Limited, BASF India Limited and Balmer Lawrie & Co. Limited, etc.

To extract data for the Indian ABS market, primary research surveys were conducted with ABS manufacturers, suppliers, distributors, wholesalers and end-users. While interviewing, the respondents were also inquired about their competitors. Through this technique, the author was able to include manufacturers that could not be identified due to the limitations of secondary research. Moreover, the author analyzed various end-user segments and projected a positive outlook for the country’s ABS market over the coming years.

The author calculated the demand for ABS in India by analyzing the historical data and demand forecast which was carried out considering growth in the end-use industries. The author sourced these values from industry experts and company representatives and externally validated through analyzing historical sales data of respective manufacturers to arrive at the overall market size. Various secondary sources such as company websites, association reports, annual reports, etc., were also studied by the author.

Key Target Audience:

• ABS manufacturers and other stakeholders


• Organizations, forums and alliances related to ABS distribution


• Government bodies such as regulating authorities and policy makers


• Market research organizations and consulting companies

The study is useful in providing answers to several critical questions that are important for industry stakeholders, such as ABS manufacturers, distributors and policy makers. The report also provides useful insights about which market segments should be targeted over the coming years to strategize investments and capitalize on growth opportunities.

Available Customizations:

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