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Injection Molding Markets and Technologies

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  • 273 Pages
  • July 2024
  • Region: Global
  • BCC Research
  • ID: 5319363

The global market for plastic injection molding was valued at $191 billion in 2023. The market is estimated to grow from $192.7 billion in 2024 to $235.7 billion by the end of 2029, at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.1% from 2024 to 2029.

Key market drivers for the injection molding market include the significant contributions from developing countries, which are emerging as key growth contributors. Additionally, the growing adoption of circularity and sustainability practices is reshaping the industry's dynamics. The increasing preference for lightweight materials across key end-user industries is further fueling market demand. Lastly, technological advancements in the injection molding process continue to drive innovation and efficiency, enhancing the sector's overall growth potential.

The report includes:

  • 47 data tables and 47 additional tables
  • Analysis of the global markets for injection molding of thermoplastic materials
  • Analyses of global market trends, with market revenue data from 2023, estimates for 2024, forecasts for 2028, and projected CAGRs through 2029
  • Estimates of the current market size and revenue prospects, along with a market share analysis based on polymer type, end-user and region
  • Facts and figures pertaining to the market dynamics, technology trends, regulations, and future prospects for the major types of thermoplastic resins used to produce molded products
  • Review of the industry supply chain, using the Porter’s Five Forces model, PESTLE and SWOT analyses to analyze the prevailing micro- and macro environmental factors
  • Overview of sustainability trends and ESG developments in the industry, with a focus on consumer attitudes, companies’ ESG score rankings and their ESG practices
  • A look at recent patents
  • An analysis of the industry structure, including companies’ market shares, alliances, M&A activity and venture funding outlook
  • Profiles of the major global players, including BASF SE, SABIC, Exxon Mobil Corp., LG Chem and LyondellBasell Industries Holdings B.V.

Report Scope

This report presents a detailed qualitative as well as quantitative analysis of thermoplastics within the injection molding market. The market estimates and forecasts are prepared based on the revenue generated from plastics sales to the injection molding industry. In addition, qualitative analyses of the market scenario for injection molding companies are also provided where necessary for clarity.

The study considers 2023 as the base year; forecasts are provided for revenue from 2024 to 2029 ($ million). The market study is further sub-segmented as below:

  • Type: Polypropylene (PP), Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS), Polyethylene (PE), and Others.
  • End-user: Packaging, Construction, Medical Devices, Transportation, and Others.
  • Region: North America, Asia-Pacific, Europe, and the Rest of the World (RoW).

Table of Contents

Chapter 1 Executive Summary
  • Market Outlook
  • Scope of Report
  • Market Summary
Chapter 2 Market Overview
  • Market Definition
  • Background
  • Process
  • Key Factors Impacting the Injection Molding Process
  • Benefits of Injection Molding Over Other Manufacturing Techniques
  • Porter's Five Forces Analysis
  • Bargaining Power of Buyers
  • Bargaining Power of Suppliers
  • Potential for New Entrants to the Market
  • Threat of Substitutes
  • Competition in the Industry
  • Supply Chain Analysis
  • Raw Materials and Equipment Suppliers
  • Injection Molders
  • Distribution and Warehousing
  • OEMs and End Users
  • PESTLE Analysis
  • SWOT Analysis
Chapter 3 Market Dynamics
  • Market Dynamics Snapshot
  • Market Drivers
  • Developing Countries Acting as Key Growth Contributors
  • Growing Adoption of Circularity and Sustainability in Injection Molding
  • The Popularizing Trend of Lightweight Across Key End-User Industries
  • Technological Advancements in the Injection Molding Process
  • Market Challenges
  • Environmental Concerns Associated with Plastic Injection Molding
  • Global Supply Chain Disruptions and Geopolitical Tensions
  • Lack of Skilled Labor
  • Market Restraints
  • Challenges in the Plastic Injection Molding Process
  • Market Opportunities
  • Growing Prevalence of Custom Sustainable Injection Molding
Chapter 4 Emerging Technologies and Developments
  • An Overview of the Current Innovations in Plastic Injection Molding Technology
  • Key Innovations in Injection Molding Technology
  • Process Integration with 3D Printing
  • Injection Molding With Post-Consumer Resins (PCR)
  • Micro Injection Molding
  • Injection Molding Plastic Solar Cells
  • Direct Metal Laser Sintering (DMLS)
  • Innovative Plastic from Recycled Ocean Waste
Chapter 5 Market Segmentation Analysis
  • Segmental Breakdown
  • Market Analysis by Type
  • Polypropylene (PP)
  • Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS)
  • Polyethylene (PE)
  • Others
  • Market Breakdown by End User
  • Packaging
  • Construction
  • Medical Devices
  • Transportation
  • Others
  • Geographic Breakdown
  • Market Analysis by Region
  • Asia-Pacific (APAC)
  • North America
  • Europe
  • Rest of the World (RoW)
Chapter 6 Competitive Intelligence
  • Top Players
  • Latest Strategic Developments
Chapter 7 Sustainability in Plastic Injection Molding Market: ESG Perspective
  • Significance of ESG Goals in the Global Plastic Injection Molding Market
  • Key ESG Issues in the Market
  • ESG Ratings and Metrics
  • ESG Practices in the Market
  • Current Status of ESG in the Global Plastic Injection Molding Market
  • Conclusion
Chapter 8 Appendix
  • Methodology
  • Information Sources
  • Acronyms
  • References
  • Company Profiles
  • BASF SE
  • Berry Global Inc.
  • Daewon
  • Exxon Mobil Corp.
  • Lg Chem
  • LyondellBasell Industries Holdings B.V.
  • Moldblade
  • Nolato Ab
  • Rosti Group Ab
  • Rutland Plastics
  • Sabic
  • Sulbras
  • Seaskymedical
  • The Rodon Group
List of Tables
Summary Table: Global Market for Plastic Injection Molding, by Region, Through 2029
Table 1: Overview of Comparison Between Injection Molding and Other Techniques
Table 2: Global Market for Plastic Injection Molding, by Type, Through 2029
Table 3: Key Suppliers of PP for Injection Molding
Table 4: Global Market for PP Plastic Injection Molding, by Region, Through 2029
Table 5: Key Suppliers of ABS for Injection Molding
Table 6: Global Market for ABS Plastic Injection Molding, by Region, Through 2029
Table 7: Key Suppliers of PE for Injection Molding
Table 8: Global Market for PE Plastic Injection Molding, by Region, Through 2029
Table 9: Global Market for Other Plastic Injection Molding Types, by Region, Through 2029
Table 10: Global Market for Plastic Injection Molding, by End User, Through 2029
Table 11: Global Market for Plastic Injection Molding in Packaging, by Region, Through 2029
Table 12: Global Market for Plastic Injection Molding in Construction, by Region, Through 2029
Table 13: Global Market for Plastic Injection Molding in Medical Devices, by Region, Through 2029
Table 14: Global Market for Plastic Injection Molding in Transportation, by Region, Through 2029
Table 15: Global Market for Plastic Injection Molding in Other End Users, by Region, Through 2029
Table 16: Global Market for Plastic Injection Molding, by Region, Through 2029
Table 17: Asia-Pacific Market for Plastic Injection Molding, by Country, Through 2029
Table 18: Asia-Pacific Market for Plastic Injection Molding, by Type, Through 2029
Table 19: Asia-Pacific Market for Plastic Injection Molding, by End User, Through 2029
Table 20: Chinese Market for Plastic Injection Molding, by End User, Through 2029
Table 21: Indian Market for Plastic Injection Molding, by End User, Through 2029
Table 22: Japanese Market for Plastic Injection Molding, by End User, Through 2029
Table 23: South Korean Market for Plastic Injection Molding, by End User, Through 2029
Table 24: Rest of Asia-Pacific Market for Plastic Injection Molding, by End User, Through 2029
Table 25: North American Market for Plastic Injection Molding, by Country, Through 2029
Table 26: North American Market for Plastic Injection Molding, by Type, Through 2029
Table 27: North American Market for Plastic Injection Molding, by End User, Through 2029
Table 28: U.S. Market for Plastic Injection Molding, by End User, Through 2029
Table 29: Canadian Market for Plastic Injection Molding, by End User, Through 2029
Table 30: Mexican Market for Plastic Injection Molding, by End User, Through 2029
Table 31: European Market for Plastic Injection Molding, by Country, Through 2029
Table 32: European Market for Plastic Injection Molding, by Type, Through 2029
Table 33: European Market for Plastic Injection Molding, by End User, Through 2029
Table 34: German Market for Plastic Injection Molding, by End User, Through 2029
Table 35: French Market for Plastic Injection Molding, by End User, Through 2029
Table 36: Italian Market for Plastic Injection Molding, by End User, Through 2029
Table 37: Spanish Market for Plastic Injection Molding, by End User, Through 2029
Table 38: Rest of European Market for Plastic Injection Molding, by End User, Through 2029
Table 39: Rest of the World Market for Plastic Injection Molding, by Country, Through 2029
Table 40: Rest of the World Market for Plastic Injection Molding, by Type, Through 2029
Table 41: Rest of the World Market for Plastic Injection Molding, by End User, Through 2029
Table 42: GCC Countries’ Market for Plastic Injection Molding, by End User, Through 2029
Table 43: Other RoW Countries’ Market for Plastic Injection Molding, by End User, Through 2029
Table 44: List of Leading Plastic Injection Molding Companies
Table 45: Leading Plastic Injection Molding Machine Manufacturers
Table 46: Latest Strategic Initiatives in Global Markets for Plastic Injection Molding, 2022-2024
Table 47: ESG Ratings and Metrics: Explained
Table 48: Environmental Issue Analysis in the Global Plastic Injection Molding Market
Table 49: Social Issue Analysis in Global Plastic Injection Molding Market
Table 50: Governance Issue Analysis in Global Plastic Injection Molding Market
Table 51: ESG Risk Ratings of Key Players in the Global Plastic Injection Molding Market
Table 52: Abbreviations Used in this Report
Table 53: BASF SE: Company Snapshot
Table 54: BASF SE: Financial Performance, 2022 and 2023
Table 55: BASF SE: Product Portfolio
Table 56: BASF SE: News/Key Developments, 2024
Table 57: Berry Global Inc.: Company Snapshot
Table 58: Berry Global Inc.: Financial Performance, 2022 and 2023
Table 59: Berry Global Inc.: Product Portfolio
Table 60: Berry Global Inc.: News/Key Developments, 2024
Table 61: Daewon: Company Snapshot
Table 62: Daewon: Product Portfolio
Table 63: Exxon Mobil Corp.: Company Snapshot
Table 64: Exxon Mobil Corp.: Financial Performance, 2022 and 2023
Table 65: Exxon Mobil Corp.: Product Portfolio
Table 66: Exxon Mobil Corp.: News/Key Developments, 2023
Table 67: LG Chem: Company Snapshot
Table 68: LG Chem: Financial Performance, 2022 and 2023
Table 69: LG Chem: Product Portfolio
Table 70: LG Chem: News/Key Developments, 2023
Table 71: LyondellBasell Industries Holdings B.V.: Company Snapshot
Table 72: LyondellBasell Industries Holdings B.V.: Financial Performance, 2022 and 2023
Table 73: LyondellBasell Industries Holdings B.V.: Product Portfolio
Table 74: LyondellBasell Industries Holdings B.V.: News/Key Developments, 2023
Table 75: Moldblade: Company Snapshot
Table 76: Moldblade: Product Portfolio
Table 77: Nolato AB: Company Snapshot
Table 78: Nolato AB: Financial Performance, 2022 and 2023
Table 79: Nolato AB: Product Portfolio
Table 80: Rosti Group AB.: Company Snapshot
Table 81: Rosti Group AB.: Product Portfolio
Table 82: Rutland Plastics: Company Snapshot
Table 83: Rutland Plastics: Product Portfolio
Table 84: SABIC: Company Snapshot
Table 85: SABIC: Financial Performance, 2022 and 2023
Table 86: SABIC: Product Portfolio
Table 87: SABIC: News/Key Developments, 2023
Table 88: Sulbras: Company Snapshot
Table 89: Sulbras: Product Portfolio
Table 90: SeaskyMedical: Company Snapshot
Table 91: SeaskyMedical: Product Portfolio
Table 92: The Rodon Group: Company Snapshot
Table 93: The Rodon Group: Product Portfolio

List of Figures
Summary Figure: Global Market Shares of Plastic Injection Molding, by Region, 2023
Figure 1: Porter’s Five Forces Analysis: Global Injection Molding Market
Figure 2: Supply Chain Analysis of the Injection Molding Market
Figure 3: PESTLE Analysis: Injection Molding Market
Figure 4: SWOT Analysis of Injection Molding Market
Figure 5: Market Dynamics of Plastic Injection Molding Market
Figure 6: APAC’s Manufacturing Value-Added Data for Key Emerging Economies, 2018-2022
Figure 7: Global Bioplastic Production Capacities, 2022-2028
Figure 8: Global Production Capacities of Biodegradable and Biobased/Non-Biodegradable Plastics, 2023-2028
Figure 9: Global Electric Car Sales, by Select Country/Region, 2019-2024
Figure 10: Global Market Shares of Plastic Injection Molding, by Type, 2023
Figure 11: Global Market Shares of PP Plastic Injection Molding, by Region, 2023
Figure 12: Global Market Shares of ABS Plastic Injection Molding, by Region, 2023
Figure 13: Global Market Shares of PE Plastic Injection Molding, by Region, 2023
Figure 14: Global Market Shares of Other Plastic Injection Molding Types, by Region, 2023
Figure 15: Global Market Shares of Plastic Injection Molding, by End User, 2023
Figure 16: Global Market Shares of Plastic Injection Molding in Packaging, by Region, 2023
Figure 17: Global Market Shares of Plastic Injection Molding in Construction, by Region, 2023
Figure 18: Health Expenditure as a Share of GDP of Key OECD Economies, 2020-2022
Figure 19: Global Market Shares of Plastic Injection Molding in Medical Devices, by Region, 2023
Figure 20: Global Market Shares of Plastic Injection Molding in Transportation, by Region, 2023
Figure 21: Global Market Shares of Plastic Injection Molding in Other End Users, by Region, 2023
Figure 22: Global Market Shares of Plastic Injection Molding, by Region, 2023
Figure 23: Asia-Pacific GDP Growth, 2020-2025
Figure 24: Asia-Pacific Market Shares of Plastic Injection Molding, by Country, 2023
Figure 25: Asia-Pacific Market Shares of Plastic Injection Molding, by Type, 2023
Figure 26: Asia-Pacific Market Shares of Plastic Injection Molding, by End User, 2023
Figure 27: Chinese Market Shares of Plastic Injection Molding, by End User, 2023
Figure 28: India’s Index of Industrial Production (2-digit level) (Base: 2011-12=100), 2023-2024
Figure 29: Indian Market Shares of Plastic Injection Molding, by End User, 2023
Figure 30: Key Japanese Domestic Wearable/Healthcare-related Equipment, Service, Systems and Health Tech Market Size & Future Projections, 2021-2027
Figure 31: Japanese Market Shares of Plastic Injection Molding, by End User, 2023
Figure 32: South Korean Medical Device Market, Export and Import, 2019-2022
Figure 33: South Korean Market Shares of Plastic Injection Molding, by End User, 2023
Figure 34: Rest of Asia-Pacific Market Shares of Plastic Injection Molding, by End User, 2023
Figure 35: North American Market Shares of Plastic Injection Molding, by Country, 2023
Figure 36: North American Market Shares of Plastic Injection Molding, by Type, 2023
Figure 37: North American Market Shares of Plastic Injection Molding, by End User, 2023
Figure 38: U.S. Market Shares of Plastic Injection Molding, by End User, 2023
Figure 39: Canadian Market Shares of Plastic Injection Molding, by End User, 2023
Figure 40: Mexican Plastics & Resins Production and Market Size, 2019-2023
Figure 41: Mexican Production Statistics of Cars and Commercial Vehicles, 2021-2023
Figure 42: Mexican Market Shares of Plastic Injection Molding, by End User, 2023
Figure 43: European Market Shares of Plastic Injection Molding, by Country, 2023
Figure 44: European Market Shares of Plastic Injection Molding, by Type, 2023
Figure 45: European Market Shares of Plastic Injection Molding, by End User, 2023
Figure 46: Germany's Car Production Statistics, 2021-2023
Figure 47: German Market Shares of Plastic Injection Molding, by End User, 2023
Figure 48: French Market Shares of Plastic Injection Molding, by End User, 2023
Figure 49: Italian Market Shares of Plastic Injection Molding, by End User, 2023
Figure 50: Spanish Market Shares of Plastic Injection Molding, by End User, 2023
Figure 51: Rest of European Market Shares for Plastic Injection Molding, by End User, 2023
Figure 52: Rest of the World Market Shares of Plastic Injection Molding, by Country, 2023
Figure 53: Rest of the World Market Shares of Plastic Injection Molding, by Type, 2023
Figure 54: Rest of the World Market Shares of Plastic Injection Molding, by End User, 2023
Figure 55: GCC Countries' Market Shares of Plastic Injection Molding, by End User, 2023
Figure 56: Brazilian Production Statistics of Cars and Commercial Vehicles, 2021-2023
Figure 57: Other RoW Countries’ Market Shares of Plastic Injection Molding, by End User, 2023
Figure 58: Positioning of Key Players in the Global Plastic Injection Molding Market, 2023
Figure 59: Key ESG Issues in the Global Plastic Injection Molding Market
Figure 60: BASF SE: Revenue Share, by Business Unit, 2023
Figure 61: BASF SE: Revenue Share, by Country/Region, 2023
Figure 62: Berry Global Inc.: Revenue Share, by Business Unit, 2023
Figure 63: Berry Global Inc.: Revenue Share, by Country/Region, 2023
Figure 64: Exxon Mobil Corp.: Revenue Share, by Business Unit, 2023
Figure 65: Exxon Mobil Corp.: Revenue Share, by Country/Region, 2023
Figure 66: LG Chem: Revenue Share, by Business Unit, 2023
Figure 67: LG Chem: Revenue Share, by Country/Region, 2023
Figure 68: LyondellBasell Industries Holdings B.V.: Revenue Share, by Business Unit, 2023
Figure 69: LyondellBasell Industries Holdings B.V.: Revenue Share, by Country/Region, 2023
Figure 70: Nolato AB: Revenue Share, by Business Unit, 2023
Figure 71: Nolato AB: Revenue Share, by Country/Region, 2023
Figure 72: SABIC: Revenue Share, by Business Unit, 2023
Figure 73: SABIC: Revenue Share, by Country/Region, 2023

Executive Summary

The global plastic injection molding industry has become an essential element in modern manufacturing and finds broad applications across a diverse set of industries. The versatility of this process has enabled widespread applications across packaging, automotive, aerospace, consumer goods, medical devices and other industries. The technology is widely popular due to its ability to create intricate parts with high precision.

In addition, the versatility and flexibility of plastics have further heightened the demand in the plastic injection molding market. Thermoplastics are suitable injection molding resins, as they can be conveniently molded and softened on getting heated. They also harden to their original strength after cooling. Due to their molecular composition, these resins can be easily softened multiple times upon exposure to heat, thus making them recyclable and reusable.

Like other industries, the plastic injection molding industry is also constantly evolving and driven by technological advancements, environmental concerns and changing consumer preferences. The industry is also undergoing a significant transition towards sustainable practices to reduce the ecological impact of the process. The adoption of bioplastics and biodegradable plastics is also expected to expand in the near future, led by growing concerns about plastic pollution and its associated health risks.

A major surge in demand from key end-user industries such as packaging, transportation, medical devices and construction has played a key role in driving the overall demand for plastic injection molding. The ability of injection molding to develop both standard and custom-made parts with high precision in lesser lead time has enabled its widespread application across these industries.

Companies Mentioned

  • BASF SE
  • Berry Global Inc.
  • Daewon
  • Exxon Mobil Corp.
  • Lg Chem
  • LyondellBasell Industries Holdings B.V.
  • Moldblade
  • Nolato Ab
  • Rosti Group Ab
  • Rutland Plastics
  • Sabic
  • Sulbras
  • Seaskymedical
  • The Rodon Group

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