Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET) and Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT) Resins Market Report 2025

This Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET) and Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT) Resins report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, competitive landscape, market shares, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market’s historic and forecast market growth by geography.

The polyethylene terephthalate (PET) and polybutylene terephthalate (PBT) resins market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $48.62 billion in 2024 to $53.71 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.5%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growth in packaging and bottling industries, demand for lightweight and recyclable materials, expansion of automotive and electrical sectors, development of high-performance resins, regulatory standards for material safety.

The polyethylene terephthalate (PET) and polybutylene terephthalate (PBT) resins market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $82.63 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.4%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to sustainable and eco-friendly resin formulations, growth in electric vehicle production, customized resin solutions for specific applications, demand for impact-resistant and flame-retardant resins, expansion in renewable energy applications. Major trends in the forecast period include bio-based and biodegradable pet and pbt resins, regulatory compliance in resin safety, nanocomposite and reinforced resin materials, smart and self-healing resin technologies, circular economy practices in resin production.

An increase in the demand for polyethylene terephthalate (PET) within the packaging sector is anticipated to drive the growth of the polyethylene terephthalate (PET) and polybutylene terephthalate (PBT) resins market in the future. The packaging industry is focused on designing and manufacturing packaging products. Polyethylene terephthalate (PET) possesses attributes such as clarity, durability, chemical inertness, and lightweight properties, making it ideal for producing polyethylene packaging items. For example, in May 2023, the International Trade Administration, a U.S.-based government agency, reported that in 2022, Mexico's international purchases of plastic resins reached USD 41.52 billion. This creates significant opportunities for large foreign suppliers to market their products to original equipment manufacturers (OEMs).

The market for polyethylene terephthalate (PET) & polybutylene terephthalate (PBT) resins is expected to be driven by the popularity of highly recyclable plastic resin. These types of plastic resins can be collected, processed, and reused through recycling methods to create new plastic products, making them a more sustainable choice. Both PET and PBT, being thermoplastic polymers, are highly recyclable without significant degradation in their properties, positioning them as eco-friendly alternatives to single-use plastics and non-recyclable materials. For example, several global beverage and consumer goods businesses have committed to using 50% recycled content in their plastic packaging by 2030, as stated by PepsiCo. This emphasis on recyclable plastic resin further boosts the growth of the polyethylene terephthalate (PET) and polybutylene terephthalate (PBT) resin market.

A prominent trend in the polyethylene terephthalate (PET) and polybutylene terephthalate (PBT) resin market is product innovation. Major market players are keen on introducing innovative products with reduced carbon footprints to gain a competitive edge. SABIC, for instance, launched LNP ELCRIN WF0061BiQ PBT resin, produced from chemically upcycled ocean-bound PET bottles, with the potential to significantly reduce CO2 emissions and cumulative energy demand. Similarly, Coca-Cola introduced fully recycled PET bottles in the carbonated beverage category, enhancing sustainability in its packaging offerings.

In June 2022, Alpek, a Mexico-based producer of PET resin and PET sheet, acquired OCTAL Holding SAOC (OCTAL) for $620 million. This acquisition strengthens Alpek's global presence and enhances its value-added manufacturing capabilities in PET sheets, adding approximately one million tons of PET product capacity. OCTAL Holding SAOC is a U.S.-based producer of PET resin for the packaging industry.

Major companies operating in the polyethylene terephthalate (PET) and polybutylene terephthalate (PBT) resins market include Saudi Basic Industries Corporation, BASF SE, Indorama Ventures Limited, Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation, Toray Industries Inc., Koninklijke DSM N.V., Jiangsu Sanfangxiang Group Co.Ltd., M&G Chemicals SA, DowDuPont Inc., Nan Ya Plastics Corporation, Reliance Industries Limited, Far Eastern New Century Corporation, RTP Company Inc., Kolon Plastics Inc., Celanese Corporation, Distrupol Ltd., Indorama Ventures Limited, Alpek, Lanxess Corporation, LyondellBasell Industries N.V., Eastman Chemical Company, Formosa Plastics Group, JBF Industries Ltd., Grupo Kimex S.A. de C.V., Polyplex Corporation Ltd., Chang Chun Group, Hengli Group Co. Ltd., Wuxi Xingsheng New Material Technology Co.Ltd., China National BlueStar (Group) Co Ltd., Covestro AG, Celanese Corporation, Royal DSM N.V., DowDuPont Inc.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the polyethylene terephthalate (PET) & polybutylene terephthalate (PBT) resins market in 2024. North America was the second-largest region in the polyethylene terephthalate (PET) & polybutylene terephthalate (PBT) resins market. The regions covered in the polyethylene terephthalate (PET) & polybutylene terephthalate (PBT) resins market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the polyethylene terephthalate (PET) & polybutylene terephthalate (PBT) resins market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA.

The polyethylene terephthalate (PET) and polybutylene terephthalate (PBT) resin market consists of sales of thermoforming and glass fiber. 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.

Polyethylene terephthalate (PET) is a robust, rigid synthetic fiber and resin that belongs to the polyester family of polymers. It is formed through the polymerization of ethylene glycol with terephthalic acid. Polybutylene terephthalate (PBT) resin, on the other hand, is a crystalline synthetic resin created by the polymerization of butanediol and terephthalic acid. Both PET and PBT resins are extensively used in the production of lightweight plastics for packaging food and beverages, as well as soft drinks.

The primary types within the polyethylene terephthalate (PET) and polybutylene terephthalate (PBT) resins market are transparent and non-transparent PET, as well as recycled PET. Transparent PET refers to non-crystalline PET with high transparency, while non-transparent PET is crystalline PET that has an opaque nature. Various applications for PET include bottles, films, food packaging, and other uses. PBT finds applications in electrical and electronics, automotive, consumer appliances, and other sectors.

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