Additive Masterbatch Global Market Report 2024

Additive masterbatch refers to inorganic or organic compounds, derived from natural or artificial sources, utilized to modify or introduce new qualities to pure plastic. These masterbatches can serve as raw materials for directly creating plastic items or in combination with other materials like wood powder. The addition of different additives to plastic results in varied properties such as increased toughness, effective insulation, improved glossiness, and more.

The main types of additive masterbatch include antimicrobial, antioxidant, flame-retardant, and other variations. Antimicrobial additive masterbatch is employed either as a standalone masterbatch or combined with plastic resins to create a compound that controls bacteria. These antimicrobials act as a protective layer against bacterial deterioration and discoloration. Carrier resins, such as polyethylene (PE), polystyrene (PS), polypropylene (PP), polyvinyl chloride (PVC), polyethylene terephthalate (PET), and others, can be used with these masterbatches. Applications of additive masterbatch extend across sectors such as packaging, automotive, consumer goods, building and construction, agriculture, and more.

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The additive masterbatch market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $4.38 billion in 2023 to $4.67 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.4%. The growth observed during the historical period can be attributed to factors such as economic growth, an increase in demand for plastic products, regulatory compliance, industrial growth, and a rise in the building and construction sector.

The additive masterbatch market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $6.12 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.0%. The anticipated growth in the forecast period can be attributed to factors such as the increasing initiatives for plastic recycling, rising government investments in infrastructure development, growth in the automotive industry, expansion of the packaging sector, and a growing demand for sustainable products. Noteworthy trends expected in this forecast period encompass the adoption of smart masterbatches, the development of bio-based and biodegradable masterbatches, the customization of formulations, the incorporation of antimicrobial and antiviral additives, and the establishment of collaborative partnerships within the industry.

The robust expansion of the packaging industry is poised to drive growth in the additive masterbatch market. Packaging, which involves providing informative and protective enclosures for products, serves as a crucial aspect of various sectors, including food, pharmaceuticals, medical supplies, cosmetics, and more. Notably, in January 2022, the Flexible Packaging Association, a US-based organization, projected that the sales of the US flexible packaging market would increase from $34.8 billion in 2020 to $39 billion in 2021, with shipment volume expected to reach 27 billion pounds. Consequently, the upward trajectory of the packaging industry is expected to elevate the demand for additive masterbatch during the forecast period.

The growing demand in the construction sector is anticipated to be a significant driver of the additive masterbatch market. The construction sector encompasses a wide spectrum of activities related to building planning, design, construction, renovation, and infrastructure maintenance. The incorporation of additive masterbatches into plastic materials allows the construction industry to achieve enhanced performance, durability, and safety in various building and infrastructure projects. For example, a report published by Oxford Economics in September 2021 indicated that global construction output reached $10.7 trillion in 2020 and is projected to grow by 42%, or $4.5 trillion, from 2020 to 2030, reaching USD 15.2 trillion. This surge in construction sector demand is a driving force behind the additive masterbatch market's growth.

Prominent companies operating in the additive masterbatch market are actively innovating by introducing new technological products, such as Poly-G PE-07GM, to enhance their market profitability. Poly-G PE-07GM is an additive masterbatch that incorporates graphene technology, primarily designed for industrial applications. For instance, in March 2023, Gerdau Graphene, a Brazil-based nanotechnology firm, unveiled Poly-G PE-07GM. This graphene-enhanced material can be utilized in the production of sheets, profiles, and films using extrusion processes. Compared to standard polyethylene (PE), this graphene-enhanced material exhibits superior gas barrier properties, heightened UV resistance, and increased stiffness and tensile strength.

Major players within the additive masterbatch market are actively engaged in developing innovative technological solutions like GENIOPLAST PE50S08 to enhance their market profitability. A case in point is the silicone-based additive masterbatch, GENIOPLAST PE50S08, introduced by Wacker Chemie AG, a Germany-based chemical company in August 2022. This product serves as an exceptionally effective processing aid for compounds utilized in polyethylene (PE) molding. Its primary function involves improving the flow characteristics of materials, ensuring a consistent blending of various PE grades without significantly altering temperature or torque. Consequently, GENIOPLAST PE50S08 can facilitate the recycling of PE while also enhancing extruder throughput, thereby reducing energy consumption.

In September 2021, Spell Capital Partners, a US-based private equity firm, completed the acquisition of Duromer Products for an undisclosed sum. This acquisition marks Spell Capital's second portfolio platform in Australia, underlining their ongoing investment initiatives in the Oceania/Asia region. The strategic purchase was part of Spell Capital's broader global expansion strategy focused on compounding and masterbatch operations. Notably, Duromer Products is a US-based manufacturer specializing in additive masterbatch solutions.

Major companies operating in the additive masterbatch market include Clariant AG, Ampacet Corporation, Tosaf Compounds Ltd., Dow Corning Corp, Primex Color Compounding & Additives, Universal Masterbatch Llp, Roto Pre Masterbatch, XLPE Masterbatch, Engineering Masterbatch, Special Effect Masterbatch, Biodegradable plastics, Entec Polymers Llc, Chroma Color Corp, The Chemours Company, Kuala Lumpur Kepong Berhad, Sattler PRO-TEX GmbH, European Plastic Company, Plasticon Masterbatches, Sumiran Masterbatch Pvt Ltd., M.G. Polyblends, JJ Plastalloy Private Ltd., Kandui Industries, Chrostiki SA, Cromex Technology LLp, Delta Tecnic, GRAFE GmbH & Co KG, Reinforced ThermoPlastics, Astra Polymer Compounding Co Ltd., PolyOne Corp

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the additive masterbatch market in 2023. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the additive masterbatch market share during the forecast period. The regions covered in the additive masterbatch market analysis report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa.

The countries covered in the additive masterbatch market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA.

The additive masterbatch market consists of sales of light UV stabilizer, anti-corrosive and processing aid. 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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