Asia Pacific Alpha-methylstyrene Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report By Purity (>99.5% and 95%-99%), By End-use (Automotive, Electronics, Chemical Manufacturing, Personal Care & Cosmetics and Others), By Country and Growth Forecast, 2024 - 2031

The Asia Pacific Alpha-methylstyrene Market would witness market growth of 3.2% CAGR during the forecast period (2024-2031). In the year 2022, the Asia Pacific market's volume surged to 1,157.4 hundred tonnes, showcasing a growth of 14.7% (2020-2023).

The polymer manufacturing sector stands as a significant consumer of alpha-methylstyrene, utilizing it as a vital monomer in the production of resins such as acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene (ABS) and styrene-acrylonitrile (SAN). These resins find extensive applications in automotive parts, consumer electronics, and construction materials owing to their exceptional strength, durability, and heat resistance properties. Therefore, the China market will utilize 61.25 hundred tonnes of Alpha-methylstyrene in chemical manufacturing by 2031.



The China market dominated the Asia Pacific Alpha-methylstyrene Market by Country in 2023, and would continue to be a dominant market till 2031; thereby, achieving a market value of $74,394 Thousands by 2031. The Japan market is registering a CAGR of 3% during (2024 - 2031). Additionally, The India market would experience a CAGR of 3.7% during (2024 - 2031).

Alpha-methylstyrene (AMS) is a pivotal chemical compound within industrial chemicals, offering a versatile array of applications across diverse industries. As a styrene derivative, AMS possesses unique properties that render it indispensable in various manufacturing processes, from producing plastics and resins to specialty chemicals and adhesives. The adoption of alpha-methylstyrene has been steadily increasing, driven by its exceptional chemical properties and versatile applications. Industries spanning plastics, resins, specialty chemicals, adhesives, and beyond have embraced AMS as a fundamental component in their manufacturing processes
Moreover, alpha-methylstyrene has extensive applications across many industries due to its remarkable properties and versatility. In the plastics industry, AMS serves as a key monomer in the production of styrene-based polymers, including acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene (ABS) resins, styrene-acrylonitrile (SAN) resins, and styrene-butadiene rubber (SBR). These polymers, characterized by their durability, impact resistance, and thermal stability, are widely utilized in automotive parts, electronic devices, consumer goods, and construction materials.

China's chemical sector has been experiencing significant growth, particularly in the production of alpha-methylstyrene (AMS), a key compound used in the manufacturing of various plastics, resins, and specialty chemicals. Hence, the rising chemical sector in Asia Pacific will drive the expansion of the regional alpha-methylstyrene market.

Based on Purity, the market is segmented into >99.5% and 95%-99%. Based on End-use, the market is segmented into Automotive, Electronics, Chemical Manufacturing, Personal Care & Cosmetics and Others. Based on countries, the market is segmented into China, Japan, India, South Korea, Singapore, Malaysia, and Rest of Asia Pacific.

List of Key Companies Profiled

• AdvanSix Inc.
• Mitsui Chemicals, Inc.
• Cepsa Química, S.A. (Cepsa)
• Domo Chemicals GmbH
• INEOS Group Holdings S.A
• Kraton Corporation
• Kumho P&B Chemicals., Inc (Kumho Petrochemical Group)
• Mitsubishi Chemical Holdings Corporation
• Prasol Chemicals Ltd
• Solvay SA

Market Report Segmentation

By Purity (Volume, Hundred Tonnes, USD Million, 2020-2031)

• >99.5%
• 95%-99%

By End-use (Volume, Hundred Tonnes, USD Million, 2020-2031)

• Automotive
• Electronics
• Chemical Manufacturing
• Personal Care & Cosmetics
• Others

By Country (Volume, Hundred Tonnes, USD Million, 2020-2031)

• China
• Japan
• India
• South Korea
• Singapore
• Malaysia
• Rest of Asia Pacific