Plastic Paint Market Report 2025

This Plastic Paint market report provides a comprehensive analysis of the market’s characteristics, size, and growth, including segmentation, regional and country-level breakdowns, competitive landscape, market shares, trends, and strategies. It also tracks historical and forecasted market growth across various geographies.

The plastic paint market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $98.14 billion in 2024 to $104.82 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.8%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increased demand for eco-friendly and low-VOC paint formulations, growth of construction and automotive industries, development of new application techniques, increased investment in research and development, and integration of digital technologies.

The plastic paint market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $135.39 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.6%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing demand for sustainable solutions, increasing urbanization and infrastructure development, adoption of digitalization and automation growing consumer awareness, and expansion of distribution channels. Major trends in the forecast period include customization and innovation, expansion of application areas, focus on high-performance coatings, shift towards water-based formulations and growing demand for antimicrobial paints.

The burgeoning automotive industry is poised to drive the growth of the plastic paint market in the coming years. The automotive industry encompasses activities related to the design, development, manufacturing, marketing, and distribution of motor vehicles, including cars, trucks, motorcycles, and other vehicles. This sector is experiencing growth propelled by various factors, including rapid technological advancements such as electric vehicles (EVs), autonomous driving technologies, and connected cars, alongside increasing consumer demand for convenient and efficient transportation solutions. Plastic paint serves as a crucial component for coating vehicle exteriors, including car bodies, bumpers, trim pieces, and other exterior components. It also enables color customization, allowing automakers to provide a wide array of color options to consumers. For instance, according to a report from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) in June 2023, passenger car sales in the UK surged by 25.8%, rising from 140,958 units in 2022 to 177,266 units in 2023. Hence, the expanding automotive industry is propelling the growth of the plastic paint market.

Major companies in the plastic paint market are focusing on developing innovative solutions, such as acrylic emulsion, to meet diverse consumer needs and preferences. Acrylic emulsion is a water-based binder used in paints and coatings, offering durability, versatility, and eco-friendly properties for various applications. For example, in June 2024, Trinseo, a US-based paint company, introduced LIGOS C 9031, a high-performance styrene acrylic emulsion designed for premium interior wall paint applications. This 2-in-1 product delivers exceptional washability and scrub resistance, making it ideal for high-humidity areas. It exceeds the ASTM D 2486 standard for wet scrub performance and allows for easy touch-ups without affecting the finished look. Additionally, LIGOS C 9031 features built-in viscosity control, allowing manufacturers to adjust viscosity levels and optimize the use of thickeners for different application methods such as spray, roll, and brush. As part of Trinseo’s CO2NET product portfolio, this solution aims to reduce carbon emissions by at least 50%. It is also compliant with the Nordic Swan Eco-Label, EC1+, and Blue Angel certifications, while maintaining low volatile organic compound levels.

In December 2022, Sherwin-Williams, a US-based provider of architectural and industrial coatings, completed the acquisition of ICA Group for an undisclosed sum. This strategic move aligns with Sherwin-Williams' objective of diversifying its product portfolio and strengthening its foothold in wood coatings. Through this acquisition, Sherwin-Williams aims to offer innovative, high-quality, and environmentally suitable wood coating solutions alongside its existing portfolio of brands and technologies, thus providing customers with an expanded range of wood coating options. ICA Group, based in Italy, specializes in industrial wood coatings and plastic paint, enhancing Sherwin-Williams' capabilities in these segments.

Major companies operating in the plastic paint market are The Sherwin Williams Company, PPG Industries Inc., AkzoNobel NV, Eastman Chemical Company, Wacker Chemie AG, RPM International Inc., Axalta Coating Systems Ltd., Valspar Corporation, Asian Paints Limited, Kansai Paint Co. Ltd., Jotun group, Hempel AS, Nippon Paint Holdings Co. Ltd., Berger Paints India Limited, DAW SE, Teknos Group Oy, Chugoku Marine Paints Ltd., Krylon Inc., Diamond Vogel Paints, Autoglym Limited, Tamiya Corporation, Dutch Boy Group.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the plastic paint market in 2024. Europe is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the plastic paint market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the plastic paint market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

Plastic paint, characterized by its utilization of acrylic polymers as a binder, is a water-based and fast-drying paint variant. Renowned for its durability, moisture resistance, and ability to deliver a seamless finish, this paint type finds widespread application in both indoor and outdoor settings, commonly employed for painting walls, furniture, and various surfaces.

Among the primary types of plastic paint are vinyl paint, rubber paint, and acrylic paint. Vinyl paint, specifically, incorporates vinyl resins, offering superior durability and adhesion properties. Frequently applied on both interior and exterior surfaces, vinyl paint is utilized across various processes including dip coating, spray coating, powder coating, electrophoretic painting, and others. Its versatile application spans household and commercial settings alike.

The plastic paint research report is one of a series of new reports that provides plastic paint market statistics, including the plastic paint industry's global market size, regional shares, competitors with a plastic paint market share, detailed plastic paint market segments, market trends and opportunities, and any further data you may need to thrive in the plastic paint industry. This plastic paint market research report delivers a complete perspective of everything you need, with an in-depth analysis of the current and future scenarios of the industry.

The plastic plant market consists of sales of products such as emulsion paints, enamel paints, and latex paints. 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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