Silanes Global Market Report 2024

The silanes market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $2.58 billion in 2023 to $2.77 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.5%. The expansion during the historical period can be attributed to the burgeoning construction industry, a heightened demand for electronic devices, increased awareness regarding energy-efficient buildings, growth in the healthcare sector, and regulatory support for eco-friendly products.

The silanes market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $3.57 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.5%. The anticipated growth in the forecast period can be attributed to the increasing demand for electric vehicles, the expansion of the solar energy sector, the growth of the electronics industry, the rising utilization of adhesives and sealants, and a focus on sustainable agricultural practices. Key trends expected in the forecast period encompass technological advancements in silane production, the development of novel silane-based coatings, an increasing use of silanes in water treatment applications, a rising popularity of silane-based adhesives, and a growing interest in functionalized silanes.

The silane market is anticipated to experience growth driven by the increasing demand from the automotive sector. The automotive industry, encompassing the design, production, marketing, and sale of motor vehicles, relies on silanes as coupling agents in tire manufacturing, enhancing tire performance and durability. Silanes also play a crucial role in improving adhesion in automotive coatings, sealants, and adhesives, contributing to enhanced protection and structural integrity. For example, a report from the European Automobile Manufacturers Association (ACEA) in March 2022 highlighted a 5.5% increase in the sales of passenger cars in the US, reaching 11.9 million units in 2021. The surge in production was evident with over 6.3 million passenger cars manufactured in US facilities, representing a 3.1% increase from 2020. Chinese automakers also saw a notable increase of 7.1%, totaling 20.7 million vehicles in 2021. The global production of cars in 2021 experienced a 2.7% growth, reaching 63.2 million. Consequently, the growing demand from the automotive sector serves as a significant driver for the silane market.

The silane market is poised for growth due to the increasing construction activities worldwide. Construction activities, involving the planning, execution, and completion of structures such as buildings, roads, and infrastructure, utilize silanes in the formulation of construction chemicals and adhesives. Silanes act as coupling agents, enhancing the bonding between different materials such as concrete, glass, and metal. With the rise in construction activities, there is a heightened demand for construction chemicals and adhesives, thus driving the need for silanes in the market. For instance, a report from the Office for National Statistics in November 2022 indicated a 0.3% increase in quarterly construction production in Quarter 4, 2022, compared to Quarter 3, 2022. The annual construction production expanded by 5.6% in 2022, following a remarkable 12.8% growth in 2021. Therefore, the increasing construction activities are contributing to the growth of the silane market.

A key trend in the silane market is the focus on product innovations by major companies. These companies are dedicated to developing new products and solutions to maintain their market positions. For example, in August 2021, Bostik, a France-based manufacturer and distributor of adhesives and sealants, introduced the GCR series, a line-up of silane-modified sealant products (SMPs) designed for general bonding and sealing applications in rail and non-rail markets. The SMPs in the GCR series, being methoxy silane-end-capped polymers, cure by absorbing moisture from the air, forming a cross-linking net structure that ensures aging resistance and resistance to UV rays and high temperatures of 110–120°C.

Major companies in the silane market are actively engaged in the development of novel silane-based products to enhance performance, innovation, versatility, and sustainability. For instance, in February 2023, BRB International BV, a Netherlands-based chemical company specializing in specialty silicones and lubricants, launched several novel silane-based products at the European Coatings Show 2023. These products exhibit enhanced performance characteristics, including improved adhesion, durability, and surface modification, catering to the specific needs of industries such as adhesives, coatings, and electronics. This innovation is expected to significantly impact the silane market by contributing to its ongoing growth, meeting evolving industry requirements, and fostering increased demand for these versatile and high-performance silane-based products.

In October 2021, Wacker Chemie AG, a Germany-based chemicals company, acquired a 60% stake in SICO Performance Material Co. Ltd. for an undisclosed amount. This strategic move allows WACKER to expand its offering of high-performance specialty items in Asia and broaden its client base in rapidly expanding consumer markets. SICO Performance Material Co. Ltd., based in China, specializes in the manufacturing of organofunctional silanes, including silane coupling agents, adhesion promoters, and silane crosslinking agents.

Major companies operating in the silanes market report are BASF SE, INEOS Group Limited, Dow Corning Corporation, Merck KGaA, Shin-Etsu Chemical Co. Ltd., Evonik Industries AG, PPG Industries Inc., Air Products and Chemicals Inc., Sika AG, Huntsman Corporation, Wacker Chemie AG, The Chemours Company, Elkem ASA , Silar (Entegris), OCI Company Ltd., JSR Corporation, Momentive Performance Materials Inc., Hexion, AlzChem Group, BRB International (PETRONAS Chemical Group), Nitrochemie Aschau GmbH, Gelest Inc., Alfa Aesar, 3V Sigma, SiVance LLC, United Chemical, Genesee Polymers Corp., Qufu Chenguang Chemical Co. Ltd., Dalian Onichem Co. Ltd.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the silanes market in 2023, and is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the silanes market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the silanes market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Italy, Spain, Canada.

The primary product categories within silanes include alkyl silane, sulfur silane, amino silane, vinyl silane, epoxy silane, methacrylate silane, mono or chloro silane, and others. Alkyl silanes are characterized by the replacement of one or more hydrogen atoms in the silicon atom with alkyl groups. They serve various functions, such as coupling agents, adhesion promoters, hydrophobing and dispersing agents, moisture scavengers, and silicate stabilizers. These applications span a range of uses, including fiberglass and mineral wool, paints and coatings, polyolefin compounds, adhesives and sealants, sol-gel systems, fillers and pigments, foundry and foundry resin, and silicones.

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The silanes market consists of sales of silane coupling agents, silane crosslinkers, silane surfactants, silane defoamers, and silane resins. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.


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