Polypropylene-Plastic Material And Resins Global Market Report 2024

The polypropylene-plastic material and resins market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $139.82 billion in 2023 to $153.02 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.4%. The growth witnessed during the historical period can be attributed to the contributions of the packaging industry, the automotive sector, the consumer goods market, and the construction and building materials industry.

The polypropylene-plastic material and resins market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $217.18 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.1%. The projected growth in the forecast period can be attributed to the increasing use of sustainable and recyclable materials, the rise of renewable energy sources and electric vehicles, ongoing innovations in packaging, and advancements in healthcare devices. Significant trends expected in the forecast period include the adoption of bio-based polypropylene, the advancement of additive manufacturing techniques, the development of high-performance formulations, and the incorporation of smart materials.

The growth of the polypropylene market has been significantly boosted by the increasing demand for thermoplastic materials. Thermoplastic materials offer unique chemical properties, allowing them to be recycled and remolded without compromising their physical attributes. This versatility makes thermoplastics highly valuable in a broad spectrum of applications, ranging from clothing, packaging, and food to aerospace, military, and medical industries. According to data from the American Freedonia Group, the global Thermoplastic Elastomer (TPE) market exceeded $24 billion, with market demand reaching 6.7 million tons in 2019. It is projected to grow at an annual rate of 5.2% in the future. This escalating demand for thermoplastic materials has driven the polypropylene market.

Polypropylene is primarily available in two product types such as homopolymer and copolymer. A homopolymer shares similarity with polyethylene in that it comprises identical monomer units. Its applications span across areas such as fiber production, film and sheet manufacturing, raffia production, and various other uses. The end-use industries that rely on polypropylene include packaging, automotive, consumer products, electrical and electronics, as well as other related end-user sectors.

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The polypropylene-plastic material and resins market is anticipated to experience growth due to the rising demand in the automotive sector. The automotive industry encompasses various companies and organizations engaged in the development, production, and sale of motor vehicles. Polypropylene-plastic is used in the manufacturing of diverse interior components like dashboard panels, door trims, center consoles, and instrument panels. Its lightweight nature and adaptability for molding into intricate shapes make it an ideal choice for interior design in the automotive sector. For example, as reported by the European Automobile Manufacturers' Association (ACEA in March 2022), passenger car sales in the US witnessed a 5.5% increase from 2020 to 11.9 million units in 2021. Moreover, in 2021, over 6.3 million passenger cars were produced in US auto facilities, marking a 3.1% increase from 2020. Chinese automakers produced 20.7 million vehicles in 2021, an increase of 7.1%. Globally, the total number of cars produced climbed by 2.7% to 63.2 million in 2021. Hence, the surging demand in the automotive sector is a driving force behind the growth of the polypropylene-plastic material and resins market.

The polypropylene market faces challenges stemming from fluctuations in raw material prices, primarily crude oil. Oscillating crude oil prices lead to increased operating costs, which have a direct impact on the profitability of manufacturers in this market. For example, the US Energy Information Administration (EIA) forecasted that Brent crude oil prices averaged $62.26 per barrel in 2021 and $60.74 per barrel in 2022. Since plastics are predominantly derived from petroleum products, crude oil prices play a pivotal role in determining plastic costs, resulting in considerable price volatility. Such price volatility negatively affects the polypropylene market, impeding its growth.

The polypropylene market is witnessing a rising adoption of eco-friendly polypropylene compounds due to stringent government regulations on recycling and environmental conservation. These compounds possess distinctive qualities that make them an attractive alternative in the automotive industry. For instance, Grand Siam Composites, a joint venture between SCG Chemicals, Mitsui Chemicals Inc., and Prime Polymer, has developed innovative technologies to produce high-quality, environmentally friendly products. GSC's polypropylene compounds are being used in the production of automobile components such as consoles, instrument panels, bumpers, door panels, and various accessories.

Key players in the polypropylene-plastic material and resins market are actively innovating in areas like polypropylene technologies to enhance their market competitiveness. Polypropylene (PP) technology encompasses processes, methods, and techniques related to polypropylene plastic production, processing, and modification. For instance, in November 2022, Lummus Technology LLC, a US-based petrochemical company, introduced NovolenPPure polypropylene (PP) technology. NovolenPPure technology is designed to provide improved performance attributes to meet the evolving needs of sectors like automotive, packaging, and healthcare. It offers enhancements in impact resistance, processability, chemical resistance, and mechanical properties.

In June 2021, Dutch chemical company LyondellBasell acquired PolyPacific Polymers Sdn. Bhd for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition entailed a comprehensive transition for the manufacturing site, involving a rebranding and the transfer of employees to LyondellBasell. PolyPacific Polymers Sdn. Bhd. is an Australia-based company that specializes in the production and marketing of reinforced and modified grades of polypropylene compounds.

Major companies operating in the polypropylene-plastic material and resins market include LyondellBasell Industries Holdings BV, China Petroleum & Chemical Corporation, SABIC innovations Plastics US LLC, ExxonMobil Chemical Company, Braskem, PetroChina Company Limited, Reliance Industries Limited, Formosa Plastics Corporation, Borealis AG, Asahi Kasei Plastics North America Inc., Mitsui Chemicals Inc., DuPont de Nemours Inc., INEOS AG, TotalEnergies SE, Sumitomo Chemical co. Ltd., Dynachem & Co. Ltd., HMC Polymers Co. Ltd., Scott Bader Company Limited, Dow Chemical Company, BASF SE, Toray Industries Inc., Lotte Chemical Corporation, Covestro AG, Huntsman International LLC, Westlake Corporation, Eastman Chemical Company, Formosa Plastics Corporation USA, INEOS Olefins & Polymers USA LLC, Chevron Phillips Chemical Company LP, Trinseo LLC, Pinnacle Polymers LLC, Flint Hills Resources LLC

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the polypropylene market in 2023. North America was the second-largest region in the global polypropylene market. The regions covered in the polypropylene-plastic material and resins market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, and Africa.

The countries covered in the polypropylene-plastic material and resins market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Italy, Spain, Canada.

The polypropylene market consists of the sales of block copolymers, and random copolymers. 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.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.


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