PUBLISHER: Stratistics Market Research Consulting | PRODUCT CODE: 1235877
PUBLISHER: Stratistics Market Research Consulting | PRODUCT CODE: 1235877
According to Stratistics MRC, the Global Polyurethane Dispersions Market is accounted for $2.26 billion in 2022 and is expected to reach $3.81 billion by 2028 growing at a CAGR of 9.1% during the forecast period. PUD, or polyurethane dispersion, is a polyurethane polymer resin that has been dispersed in water as opposed to a solvent. The market is expanding because of increased demand from many industries, including the automotive industry, paint & coatings, textile, and leather coatings. Since leather is used to make footwear, handbags, and other items, the demand for leather products is mostly driven by consumer goods, which are also thought to generate demand for polyurethane dispersions. Because water-based polyurethane dispersion has less volatile organic ingredient, it is frequently utilised in car paints.
According to the International Trade Center (ITC), exportation growth in the quantity of footwear (with outer shole of rubber, plastic, and leather composition) was 73% in 2017-2018 in China.
The outstanding tensile strength, extreme temperature durability, high elasticity, and great abrasion resistance of polyurethane dispersions make them a popular choice for finishing leather and textiles. Therefore, it is predicted that the need for polyurethane dispersions would increase due to the growing use of leather in the production of purses, shoes, seat coverings, garments, and other goods. Thus, it is predicted that rising demand for leather goods will increase demand for polyurethane dispersions.
PUDs have a significant impact on the coatings sector. However, the coating industry is very concerned about the volatile organic compound (VOC) concentration of polyurethane coatings. To address the "zero-VOC" aim and create newer technologies, raw material providers must make large investments in R&D. This will lessen the adverse effects on human health and the environment. To stop using tin as a catalyst for polyurethane coatings, the European Union (EU) must establish regulations. Acid-epoxy adhesives are increasingly being used to address these problems. These epoxy-based coatings are phenolic resin-based coating solutions devoid of solvents and intended for steel structures, floors, and walls that require a durable, smooth surface finish.
The implementation and design of strict environmental standards by governing agencies of many economies across the world presents a significant market opportunity for polyurethane dispersion. These dispersions are produced using numerous solvents, including NEP, NMP, and DMSO, which raises VOC emissions. The distillation process cannot readily get rid of these solvents. Due to the toxicity of these solvents, the market for polyurethane dispersion has tremendous growth potential.
As the two main isocyanates that have been chosen for the production of polyurethane dispersion, MDI and TDI prices are affected by changes in the price of crude oil. Additionally, the fluctuation in crude oil prices has an impact on the manufacturers' ability to supply raw materials, which forces them to increase the price of their isocyanate products in order to make up for market losses. These are the main factors that impede the demand for polyurethane dispersion and limit market expansion.
The recent COVID-19 pandemic epidemic has had an effect on industry as well as the economy of several nations worldwide, including the polyurethane dispersion market. The government's prohibitions on individuals congregating in one location have had a significant negative influence on the development of the industry. Similar to the construction industry, aerospace, automotive, and import and export businesses, the polyurethane dispersion market also experienced a global reduction in revenue growth during this pandemic period.
The Water-based segment is estimated to have a lucrative growth. Numerous commercial and industrial applications use water-based polyurethane dispersion. The market for water-based polyurethane dispersion is anticipated to increase due to rising laws ensuring minimal VOC emissions. VOC emissions are reduced by water-based paint. Water-based PUDs are in high demand since solvent-based PUDs must adhere to strict environmental standards.
The paints & coatings segment is anticipated to witness the fastest CAGR growth during the forecast period, due to its outstanding durability, high abrasion resistance, minimal volatile organic compound emission, and lack of hazardous monomers, polyurethane dispersions are utilised in paints. Therefore, it is predicted that rising vehicle production will increase paint demand, which will then increase consumption of polyurethane dispersions.
Asia Pacific is projected to hold the largest market share during the forecast period owing to an increase in demand from different industries, including construction, automotive, adhesives & sealants, leather & textiles, and paint & coatings in Asian nations. For the production of synthetic leather and footwear, polyurethane dispersion is employed as a raw material. As a result, it is predicted that the market would grow due to the growing footwear sector. Additionally, consumers' increasing desire for comfort and fashionable lifestyles are boosting demand for footwear, which is anticipated to drive the market for polyurethane dispersions.
Europe is projected to have the highest CAGR over the forecast period. The European Union has reduced the maximum permitted level of VOCs in paint and coating formulations (EU). This is anticipated to increase costs for coating manufacturers in the near future and reduce the use of polymer dispersions based on solvents. At its Castellbisbal factory in Spain, BASF announced a low-single-digit million-euro investment to increase the capacity of water-based polyurethane dispersions.
Some of the key players profiled in the Polyurethane Dispersions Market include: Covestro AG, Dow Chemical Company, Lanxess AG, Lubrizol Corporation, BASF SE, Alberdingk Boley GmbH, Perstorp AB, Huntsman Corporation, Mitsui Chemical Inc., Rudolf GMBH, Cytec Solvay Group, Chase Corporation, Lamberti SPA, 3M, Michelman, Inc., Hauthaway Corporation, Allnex and Chemtura Corporation.
In February 2021, Covestro planned for a new production facility for polyurethane dispersion in China to address the rising demand for environmentally compatible coatings and adhesives in the Asia-Pacific region. The company has scheduled the completion of this plant for 2024.
In November 2019, Perstorp launched two new grades - ymer n90, with a longer EO chain, and n180, with a shorter chain to its range. The latest products present opportunities for new applications and are better for human health and the environment. The product can be used to improve the surface feeling of leather.