Market Overview:
The global expanded polyethylene (EPE) foam market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 5.5% from 2018 to 2030. The growth in the EPE foam market can be attributed to the increasing demand for EPE foam in protective packaging, industrial thermal insulation, automotive, and building and construction applications. In terms of volume, the coil segment is projected to grow at a higher CAGR than the sheet and shape segments during the forecast period. North America is expected to lead the global EPE foam market in terms of revenue by 2030 owing to high demand from end-use industries such as automotive and construction.
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Product Definition:
EPE foam is a synthetic polymer composed of ethylene and propylene that has been expanded to form tiny bubbles. These bubbles create an insulating material with low thermal conductivity, making it ideal for use in products such as mattress toppers, camping pads, and pool floats.
EPE Foam Coil:
EPE foam coil is a type of expanded polyethylene foam, which is produced by the process of compounding. It has superior properties such as lightweight, high strength and stiffness, thermal insulation and sound absorption. EPE foam coils are widely used in various end-use industries including packaging (boxes & cartons), automotive components (soundproofing & insulation), furniture & bedding (mattress padding) and textiles (cushions).
EPE Foam Sheet:
EPE foam sheet is a type of polyurethane foams that are produced by the polymerization process of ethylene. EPE foam sheets are used in various end-use industries such as furniture, bedding, packaging and transportation. The properties exhibited by EPE foam sheets such as low density and high thermal conductivity among others make them suitable for use in applications where low density and high thermal conductivity is required.
Application Insights:
Building and construction was the largest application segment in 2016, accounting for over 30% of the global demand. Expanded polyethylene foam is widely used in residential as well as commercial construction applications owing to its ability to act as a thermal barrier and insulation. In addition, it can be easily cut to size, which makes it an ideal building material for both interior & exterior walls.
The protective packaging segment is expected to grow at a CAGR of XX%, in terms of revenue during the forecast period owing to high product usage in this application including industrial storage containers among others such as food packaging materials.
Regional Analysis:
Asia Pacific dominated the global market in 2017 and is expected to continue its dominance over the forecast period. The growth of this region can be attributed to rising product demand from packaging, automotive, building and construction sectors. China is one of the largest markets for expanded polyethylene foam in Asia Pacific as it has been witnessing strong economic growth since last few years along with a significant rise in industrialization.
The country’s GDP grew by 6% during 2016-2017 compared to 2015-2016 which was remarkable considering that it had faced a major earthquake in 2015 which had caused extensive damage throughout the country.
Growth Factors:
- Increasing demand from the packaging industry for lightweight and durable products
- Growing popularity of EPE foam as a thermal insulation material in construction and automotive industries
- Rising demand for EPE foam in the furniture industry as a replacement for traditional materials such as wood, metal, and plastic
- Increasing use of EPE foam in medical applications due to its properties such as cushioning, insulation, vibration dampening, etc.
- Growing awareness about the benefits of using EPE foam among consumers
Scope Of The Report
Report Attributes
Report Details
Report Title
Expanded Polyethylene (EPE) Foam Market Research Report
By Type
EPE Foam Coil, EPE Foam Sheet, Shape EPE Foam
By Application
Protective Packaging, Industrial Thermal Insulation, Automotive, Building and Construction
By Companies
Sealed Air, Kaneka, Armacell, Sekisui Chemical, Sonoco, Pregis, Furukawa, Plymouth Foam, Wisconsin Foam Products, Recticel, Sealed Air, Guangdong Speed New Material Technology, Sing Home Polyfoam, Dingjian Pakaging, Wuxi Huitong, Shenzhen Mingvka, Sansheng
Regions Covered
North America, Europe, APAC, Latin America, MEA
Base Year
2021
Historical Year
2019 to 2020 (Data from 2010 can be provided as per availability)
Forecast Year
2030
Number of Pages
142
Number of Tables & Figures
100
Customization Available
Yes, the report can be customized as per your need.
Global Expanded Polyethylene (EPE) Foam Market Report Segments:
The global Expanded Polyethylene (EPE) Foam market is segmented on the basis of:
Types
EPE Foam Coil, EPE Foam Sheet, Shape EPE Foam
The product segment provides information about the market share of each product and the respective CAGR during the forecast period. It lays out information about the product pricing parameters, trends, and profits that provides in-depth insights of the market. Furthermore, it discusses latest product developments & innovation in the market.
Applications
Protective Packaging, Industrial Thermal Insulation, Automotive, Building and Construction
The application segment fragments various applications of the product and provides information on the market share and growth rate of each application segment. It discusses the potential future applications of the products and driving and restraining factors of each application segment.
Some of the companies that are profiled in this report are:
- Sealed Air
- Kaneka
- Armacell
- Sekisui Chemical
- Sonoco
- Pregis
- Furukawa
- Plymouth Foam
- Wisconsin Foam Products
- Recticel
- Sealed Air
- Guangdong Speed New Material Technology
- Sing Home Polyfoam
- Dingjian Pakaging
- Wuxi Huitong
- Shenzhen Mingvka
- Sansheng
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Highlights of The Expanded Polyethylene (EPE) Foam Market Report:
- The market structure and projections for the coming years.
- Drivers, restraints, opportunities, and current trends of market.
- Historical data and forecast.
- Estimations for the forecast period 2030.
- Developments and trends in the market.
- By Type:
- EPE Foam Coil
- EPE Foam Sheet
- Shape EPE Foam
- By Application:
- Protective Packaging
- Industrial Thermal Insulation
- Automotive
- Building and Construction
- Market scenario by region, sub-region, and country.
- Market share of the market players, company profiles, product specifications, SWOT analysis, and competitive landscape.
- Analysis regarding upstream raw materials, downstream demand, and current market dynamics.
- Government Policies, Macro & Micro economic factors are also included in the report.
We have studied the Expanded Polyethylene (EPE) Foam Market in 360 degrees via. both primary & secondary research methodologies. This helped us in building an understanding of the current market dynamics, supply-demand gap, pricing trends, product preferences, consumer patterns & so on. The findings were further validated through primary research with industry experts & opinion leaders across countries. The data is further compiled & validated through various market estimation & data validation methodologies. Further, we also have our in-house data forecasting model to predict market growth up to 2030.
Regional Analysis
- North America
- Europe
- Asia Pacific
- Middle East & Africa
- Latin America
Note: A country of choice can be added in the report at no extra cost. If more than one country needs to be added, the research quote will vary accordingly.
The geographical analysis part of the report provides information about the product sales in terms of volume and revenue in regions. It lays out potential opportunities for the new entrants, emerging players, and major players in the region. The regional analysis is done after considering the socio-economic factors and government regulations of the countries in the regions.
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Frequently Asked Questions?
Expanded Polyethylene (EPE) foam is a type of polyurethane foam that is made from a blend of hydrocarbons. It has an open-cell structure and can be used for products such as insulation, soundproofing, and packaging. EPE foam is often used in applications where high levels of noise or heat are present, as it offers good thermal insulation properties.
Some of the major players in the expanded polyethylene (epe) foam market are Sealed Air, Kaneka, Armacell, Sekisui Chemical, Sonoco, Pregis, Furukawa, Plymouth Foam, Wisconsin Foam Products, Recticel, Sealed Air, Guangdong Speed New Material Technology, Sing Home Polyfoam, Dingjian Pakaging, Wuxi Huitong, Shenzhen Mingvka, Sansheng.
The expanded polyethylene (epe) foam market is expected to register a CAGR of 5.5%.
Chapter 1 Executive Summary
Chapter 2 Assumptions and Acronyms Used
Chapter 3 Research Methodology
Chapter 4 Expanded Polyethylene (EPE) Foam Market Overview
4.1 Introduction
4.1.1 Market Taxonomy
4.1.2 Market Definition
4.1.3 Macro-Economic Factors Impacting the Market Growth
4.2 Expanded Polyethylene (EPE) Foam Market Dynamics
4.2.1 Market Drivers
4.2.2 Market Restraints
4.2.3 Market Opportunity
4.3 Expanded Polyethylene (EPE) Foam Market - Supply Chain Analysis
4.3.1 List of Key Suppliers
4.3.2 List of Key Distributors
4.3.3 List of Key Consumers
4.4 Key Forces Shaping the Expanded Polyethylene (EPE) Foam Market
4.4.1 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
4.4.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers
4.4.3 Threat of Substitution
4.4.4 Threat of New Entrants
4.4.5 Competitive Rivalry
4.5 Global Expanded Polyethylene (EPE) Foam Market Size & Forecast, 2018-2028
4.5.1 Expanded Polyethylene (EPE) Foam Market Size and Y-o-Y Growth
4.5.2 Expanded Polyethylene (EPE) Foam Market Absolute $ Opportunity
Chapter 5 Global Expanded Polyethylene (EPE) Foam Market Analysis and Forecast by Type
5.1 Introduction
5.1.1 Key Market Trends & Growth Opportunities by Type
5.1.2 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Type
5.1.3 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Type
5.2 Expanded Polyethylene (EPE) Foam Market Size Forecast by Type
5.2.1 EPE Foam Coil
5.2.2 EPE Foam Sheet
5.2.3 Shape EPE Foam
5.3 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Type
Chapter 6 Global Expanded Polyethylene (EPE) Foam Market Analysis and Forecast by Applications
6.1 Introduction
6.1.1 Key Market Trends & Growth Opportunities by Applications
6.1.2 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Applications
6.1.3 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Applications
6.2 Expanded Polyethylene (EPE) Foam Market Size Forecast by Applications
6.2.1 Protective Packaging
6.2.2 Industrial Thermal Insulation
6.2.3 Automotive
6.2.4 Building and Construction
6.3 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Applications
Chapter 7 Global Expanded Polyethylene (EPE) Foam Market Analysis and Forecast by Region
7.1 Introduction
7.1.1 Key Market Trends & Growth Opportunities by Region
7.1.2 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Region
7.1.3 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Region
7.2 Expanded Polyethylene (EPE) Foam Market Size Forecast by Region
7.2.1 North America
7.2.2 Europe
7.2.3 Asia Pacific
7.2.4 Latin America
7.2.5 Middle East & Africa (MEA)
7.3 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Region
Chapter 8 Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) Impact
8.1 Introduction
8.2 Current & Future Impact Analysis
8.3 Economic Impact Analysis
8.4 Government Policies
8.5 Investment Scenario
Chapter 9 North America Expanded Polyethylene (EPE) Foam Analysis and Forecast
9.1 Introduction
9.2 North America Expanded Polyethylene (EPE) Foam Market Size Forecast by Country
9.2.1 U.S.
9.2.2 Canada
9.3 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
9.4 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
9.5 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Country
9.6 North America Expanded Polyethylene (EPE) Foam Market Size Forecast by Type
9.6.1 EPE Foam Coil
9.6.2 EPE Foam Sheet
9.6.3 Shape EPE Foam
9.7 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Type
9.8 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Type
9.9 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Type
9.10 North America Expanded Polyethylene (EPE) Foam Market Size Forecast by Applications
9.10.1 Protective Packaging
9.10.2 Industrial Thermal Insulation
9.10.3 Automotive
9.10.4 Building and Construction
9.11 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Applications
9.12 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Applications
9.13 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Applications
Chapter 10 Europe Expanded Polyethylene (EPE) Foam Analysis and Forecast
10.1 Introduction
10.2 Europe Expanded Polyethylene (EPE) Foam Market Size Forecast by Country
10.2.1 Germany
10.2.2 France
10.2.3 Italy
10.2.4 U.K.
10.2.5 Spain
10.2.6 Russia
10.2.7 Rest of Europe
10.3 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
10.4 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
10.5 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Country
10.6 Europe Expanded Polyethylene (EPE) Foam Market Size Forecast by Type
10.6.1 EPE Foam Coil
10.6.2 EPE Foam Sheet
10.6.3 Shape EPE Foam
10.7 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Type
10.8 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Type
10.9 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Type
10.10 Europe Expanded Polyethylene (EPE) Foam Market Size Forecast by Applications
10.10.1 Protective Packaging
10.10.2 Industrial Thermal Insulation
10.10.3 Automotive
10.10.4 Building and Construction
10.11 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Applications
10.12 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Applications
10.13 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Applications
Chapter 11 Asia Pacific Expanded Polyethylene (EPE) Foam Analysis and Forecast
11.1 Introduction
11.2 Asia Pacific Expanded Polyethylene (EPE) Foam Market Size Forecast by Country
11.2.1 China
11.2.2 Japan
11.2.3 South Korea
11.2.4 India
11.2.5 Australia
11.2.6 South East Asia (SEA)
11.2.7 Rest of Asia Pacific (APAC)
11.3 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
11.4 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
11.5 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Country
11.6 Asia Pacific Expanded Polyethylene (EPE) Foam Market Size Forecast by Type
11.6.1 EPE Foam Coil
11.6.2 EPE Foam Sheet
11.6.3 Shape EPE Foam
11.7 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Type
11.8 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Type
11.9 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Type
11.10 Asia Pacific Expanded Polyethylene (EPE) Foam Market Size Forecast by Applications
11.10.1 Protective Packaging
11.10.2 Industrial Thermal Insulation
11.10.3 Automotive
11.10.4 Building and Construction
11.11 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Applications
11.12 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Applications
11.13 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Applications
Chapter 12 Latin America Expanded Polyethylene (EPE) Foam Analysis and Forecast
12.1 Introduction
12.2 Latin America Expanded Polyethylene (EPE) Foam Market Size Forecast by Country
12.2.1 Brazil
12.2.2 Mexico
12.2.3 Rest of Latin America (LATAM)
12.3 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
12.4 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
12.5 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Country
12.6 Latin America Expanded Polyethylene (EPE) Foam Market Size Forecast by Type
12.6.1 EPE Foam Coil
12.6.2 EPE Foam Sheet
12.6.3 Shape EPE Foam
12.7 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Type
12.8 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Type
12.9 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Type
12.10 Latin America Expanded Polyethylene (EPE) Foam Market Size Forecast by Applications
12.10.1 Protective Packaging
12.10.2 Industrial Thermal Insulation
12.10.3 Automotive
12.10.4 Building and Construction
12.11 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Applications
12.12 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Applications
12.13 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Applications
Chapter 13 Middle East & Africa (MEA) Expanded Polyethylene (EPE) Foam Analysis and Forecast
13.1 Introduction
13.2 Middle East & Africa (MEA) Expanded Polyethylene (EPE) Foam Market Size Forecast by Country
13.2.1 Saudi Arabia
13.2.2 South Africa
13.2.3 UAE
13.2.4 Rest of Middle East & Africa (MEA)
13.3 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
13.4 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
13.5 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Country
13.6 Middle East & Africa (MEA) Expanded Polyethylene (EPE) Foam Market Size Forecast by Type
13.6.1 EPE Foam Coil
13.6.2 EPE Foam Sheet
13.6.3 Shape EPE Foam
13.7 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Type
13.8 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Type
13.9 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Type
13.10 Middle East & Africa (MEA) Expanded Polyethylene (EPE) Foam Market Size Forecast by Applications
13.10.1 Protective Packaging
13.10.2 Industrial Thermal Insulation
13.10.3 Automotive
13.10.4 Building and Construction
13.11 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Applications
13.12 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Applications
13.13 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Applications
Chapter 14 Competition Landscape
14.1 Expanded Polyethylene (EPE) Foam Market: Competitive Dashboard
14.2 Global Expanded Polyethylene (EPE) Foam Market: Market Share Analysis, 2019
14.3 Company Profiles (Details – Overview, Financials, Developments, Strategy)
14.3.1 Sealed Air
14.3.2 Kaneka
14.3.3 Armacell
14.3.4 Sekisui Chemical
14.3.5 Sonoco
14.3.6 Pregis
14.3.7 Furukawa
14.3.8 Plymouth Foam
14.3.9 Wisconsin Foam Products
14.3.10 Recticel
14.3.11 Sealed Air
14.3.12 Guangdong Speed New Material Technology
14.3.13 Sing Home Polyfoam
14.3.14 Dingjian Pakaging
14.3.15 Wuxi Huitong
14.3.16 Shenzhen Mingvka
14.3.17 Sansheng
