Market Overview:
The global polycarbonate market is expected to reach USD XX million by 2030, at a CAGR of XX% during the forecast period from 2018 to 2030. The growth in the market is mainly attributed to the increasing demand for polycarbonates from various end-use industries such as electrical and electronics, automotive, construction, and optical media. Polycarbonates are used in a wide range of applications owing to their properties such as high strength-to-weight ratio, thermal resistance, transparency, and durability. These factors are driving the demand for polycarbonates across different regions. However, volatility in raw material prices may restrain the growth of this market during the forecast period. Based on type, Bisphenol A aromatic polycarbonate (BPAAPC) held a major share of the global polycarbonate market in 2017 and is projected to grow at a higher CAGR than engineering plastic glass fiber reinforced polycarbonate (EPGFPC) during 2018–2030. BPAAPC offers better mechanical properties than EPGFPC which has led to its increased adoption in various end-use industries including electrical and electronics; automotive; construction; and optical media segments among others.
Product Definition:
Polycarbonate is a thermoplastic polymer. It has high impact resistance and optical clarity. Polycarbonate is used in eyeglasses, CD's, riot shields and other products that require durability and transparency.
Bisphenol A Aromatic Polycarbonate:
Bisphenol A (BPA) is a synthetic compound derived from styrene, acrylonitrile, and butadiene. BPA is widely used to produce polycarbonate plastic which has applications in food packaging & containers, baby bottles & infant formula as well as thermal paper. Polycarbonate plastics are increasingly being used in medical devices such as X-ray imaging films and surgical instruments due to their high resistance towards body fluids and temperature.
Engineering Plastic Glass Fiber Reinforced Polycarbonate:
Engineering plastic glass fiber reinforced polycarbonate (EPGRPC) is a thermoplastic elastomer that contains glass fibers and is produced through the polymerization of carbon monoxide. It has high tensile strength, flexural modulus, toughness, and low moisture absorption.
Application Insights:
The construction segment led the global market and accounted for more than 30.0% share of the overall revenue in 2017. The product is widely used in applications such as window and door panels, shower walls, roofing foils, skylights, acoustic solutions for industrial buildings (voids), wall tiles & coatings and cold-applied films on windows (LCP). In addition to its usage in building & construction industry across various end-use industries such as automotive/transportation electronics packaging food machinery medical equipment aerospace etc., it is also used as a replacement for Bisphenol A aromatic polycarbonate due to its properties such as impact resistance chemical resistance temperature stability etc.
Regional Analysis:
Asia Pacific is anticipated to be the fastest growing region with a CAGR of XX% from 2018 to 2030 owing to rapid industrialization and increasing per capita income in emerging economies such as China, India, Indonesia, Malaysia and Thailand. In addition, rising demand for consumer electronics products along with the growth of automotive industry in Asia Pacific is expected drive product demand over the forecast period.
Europe accounted for 29% share of global revenue in 2017 on account of stringent regulations regarding use of bisphenol A aromatic polycarbonate (BPA) monomers by major manufacturers coupled with high awareness among consumers regarding health hazards associated with these compounds are some factors responsible for slow down or halt production operations at some facilities manufacturing BPA-based plastics across Europe which has resulted into increased imports from Asia Pacific countries such as Australia and China resulting into shortage or limited availability overseas.
Growth Factors:
- Increasing demand from end-use industries such as automotive, construction and electronics
- Rising awareness about the benefits of polycarbonate over traditional materials
- Technological advancements in the production process that result in improved quality and reduced costs
- Growing demand for lightweight and durable plastics in transportation sector
- Expansion of global manufacturing base, especially in developing countries
Scope Of The Report
Report Attributes
Report Details
Report Title
Polycarbonate Market Research Report
By Type
Bisphenol A Aromatic Polycarbonate, Engineering Plastic Glass Fiber Reinforced Polycarbonate
By Application
Electrical And Electronics Segment, Automotive Segment, Construction Segment, Optical Media Segment
By Companies
Asahi Kasei, Covestro, Chi Mei, LG Chem, Samsung SDI, Asahi Kasei
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
191
Number of Tables & Figures
134
Customization Available
Yes, the report can be customized as per your need.
Global Polycarbonate Market Report Segments:
The global Polycarbonate market is segmented on the basis of:
Types
Bisphenol A Aromatic Polycarbonate, Engineering Plastic Glass Fiber Reinforced Polycarbonate
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
Electrical And Electronics Segment, Automotive Segment, Construction Segment, Optical Media Segment
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:
- Asahi Kasei
- Covestro
- Chi Mei
- LG Chem
- Samsung SDI
- Asahi Kasei
Highlights of The Polycarbonate 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:
- Bisphenol A Aromatic Polycarbonate
- Engineering Plastic Glass Fiber Reinforced Polycarbonate
- By Application:
- Electrical And Electronics Segment
- Automotive Segment
- Construction Segment
- Optical Media Segment
- 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 Polycarbonate 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?
Polycarbonate is a type of plastic that is often used in products such as eyeglasses and sunglasses. It is strong and durable, making it a popular choice for these types of products.
Some of the major companies in the polycarbonate market are Asahi Kasei, Covestro, Chi Mei, LG Chem, Samsung SDI, Asahi Kasei.
Chapter 1 Executive Summary
Chapter 2 Assumptions and Acronyms Used
Chapter 3 Research Methodology
Chapter 4 Polycarbonate 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 Polycarbonate Market Dynamics
4.2.1 Market Drivers
4.2.2 Market Restraints
4.2.3 Market Opportunity
4.3 Polycarbonate 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 Polycarbonate 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 Polycarbonate Market Size & Forecast, 2018-2028
4.5.1 Polycarbonate Market Size and Y-o-Y Growth
4.5.2 Polycarbonate Market Absolute $ Opportunity
Chapter 5 Global Polycarbonate 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 Polycarbonate Market Size Forecast by Type
5.2.1 Bisphenol A Aromatic Polycarbonate
5.2.2 Engineering Plastic Glass Fiber Reinforced Polycarbonate
5.3 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Type
Chapter 6 Global Polycarbonate 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 Polycarbonate Market Size Forecast by Applications
6.2.1 Electrical And Electronics Segment
6.2.2 Automotive Segment
6.2.3 Construction Segment
6.2.4 Optical Media Segment
6.3 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Applications
Chapter 7 Global Polycarbonate 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 Polycarbonate 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 Polycarbonate Analysis and Forecast
9.1 Introduction
9.2 North America Polycarbonate 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 Polycarbonate Market Size Forecast by Type
9.6.1 Bisphenol A Aromatic Polycarbonate
9.6.2 Engineering Plastic Glass Fiber Reinforced Polycarbonate
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 Polycarbonate Market Size Forecast by Applications
9.10.1 Electrical And Electronics Segment
9.10.2 Automotive Segment
9.10.3 Construction Segment
9.10.4 Optical Media Segment
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 Polycarbonate Analysis and Forecast
10.1 Introduction
10.2 Europe Polycarbonate 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 Polycarbonate Market Size Forecast by Type
10.6.1 Bisphenol A Aromatic Polycarbonate
10.6.2 Engineering Plastic Glass Fiber Reinforced Polycarbonate
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 Polycarbonate Market Size Forecast by Applications
10.10.1 Electrical And Electronics Segment
10.10.2 Automotive Segment
10.10.3 Construction Segment
10.10.4 Optical Media Segment
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 Polycarbonate Analysis and Forecast
11.1 Introduction
11.2 Asia Pacific Polycarbonate 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 Polycarbonate Market Size Forecast by Type
11.6.1 Bisphenol A Aromatic Polycarbonate
11.6.2 Engineering Plastic Glass Fiber Reinforced Polycarbonate
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 Polycarbonate Market Size Forecast by Applications
11.10.1 Electrical And Electronics Segment
11.10.2 Automotive Segment
11.10.3 Construction Segment
11.10.4 Optical Media Segment
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 Polycarbonate Analysis and Forecast
12.1 Introduction
12.2 Latin America Polycarbonate 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 Polycarbonate Market Size Forecast by Type
12.6.1 Bisphenol A Aromatic Polycarbonate
12.6.2 Engineering Plastic Glass Fiber Reinforced Polycarbonate
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 Polycarbonate Market Size Forecast by Applications
12.10.1 Electrical And Electronics Segment
12.10.2 Automotive Segment
12.10.3 Construction Segment
12.10.4 Optical Media Segment
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) Polycarbonate Analysis and Forecast
13.1 Introduction
13.2 Middle East & Africa (MEA) Polycarbonate 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) Polycarbonate Market Size Forecast by Type
13.6.1 Bisphenol A Aromatic Polycarbonate
13.6.2 Engineering Plastic Glass Fiber Reinforced Polycarbonate
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) Polycarbonate Market Size Forecast by Applications
13.10.1 Electrical And Electronics Segment
13.10.2 Automotive Segment
13.10.3 Construction Segment
13.10.4 Optical Media Segment
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 Polycarbonate Market: Competitive Dashboard
14.2 Global Polycarbonate Market: Market Share Analysis, 2019
14.3 Company Profiles (Details – Overview, Financials, Developments, Strategy)
14.3.1 Asahi Kasei
14.3.2 Covestro
14.3.3 Chi Mei
14.3.4 LG Chem
14.3.5 Samsung SDI
14.3.6 Asahi Kasei
