Polyphenylene Global Market Report 2024

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Polyphenylene Global Market Report 2024 from The Business Research Company provides strategists, marketers and senior management with the critical information they need to assess the market.

This report focuses on polyphenylene market which is experiencing strong growth. The report gives a guide to the trends which will be shaping the market over the next ten years and beyond.

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The 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.

Scope

Markets Covered:

1) By Type: Polyphenylene Sulfide(PPS); Polyphenylene Ether/Oxide(PPE/PPO); Other Types
2) By Application: Composites; Engineering Plastics; High Performance Lubricants; Filter Bags; Other Applications
3) By End-Use Industry: Automotive; Electrical and Electronics; Industrial; Coatings; Other End-Use Industries
Companies Mentioned: Toray Industries Inc.; Solvay SA; Tosoh Corporation; DIC Corporation; Kureha Corporation
Countries: Australia; Brazil; China; France; Germany; India; Indonesia; Japan; Russia; South Korea; UK; USA; Canada; Italy; Spain
Regions: Asia-Pacific; Western Europe; Eastern Europe; North America; South America; Middle East; Africa
Time series: Five years historic and ten years forecast.
Data: Ratios of market size and growth to related markets, GDP proportions, expenditure per capita,
Data segmentations: country and regional historic and forecast data, market share of competitors, market segments.
Sourcing and Referencing: Data and analysis throughout the report is sourced using end notes.
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Executive Summary

Polyphenylene encompasses polymers with the fundamental unit being a phenylene radical, primarily emphasizing polyphenylene oxide. These polymers boast heat and corrosion resistance, alongside substantial strength.

Polyphenylene exists in various forms, notably polyphenylene sulfide (PPS), polyphenylene ether or oxide (PPE or PPO), and other iterations. Among these, polyphenylene sulfide stands out as an engineering thermoplastic, renowned for its exceptional amalgamation of properties. Its applications span diverse industries including composites, engineering plastics, high-performance lubricants, filter bags, and numerous others. Its usage finds prevalence in automotive, electrical and electronics, industrial, coatings, and various end-use sectors.

The polyphenylene market research report is one of a series of new reports from The Business Research Company that provides polyphenylene market statistics, including polyphenylene industry global market size, regional shares, competitors with a polyphenylene market share, detailed polyphenylene market segments, market trends and opportunities, and any further data you may need to thrive in the polyphenylene industry. This polyphenylene market research report delivers a complete perspective of everything you need, with an in-depth analysis of the current and future scenario of the industry.

The polyphenylene market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $4.43 billion in 2023 to $4.84 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.3%. The growth observed during the historic period can be attributed to several factors. These include the escalating need for chemical resistance, strides made in polymer chemistry, the displacement of conventional materials, expansion within the electronics and electrical sectors, a rising demand for lightweight materials, the widening scope of chemical processing, and increased investments in research and development.

The polyphenylene market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $6.9 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.3%. The projected growth in the forecast period can be credited to several key factors. These encompass the rise of specialized applications, advancements in polymer processing techniques, heightened demand within the medical devices sector, an upsurge in renewable energy initiatives, the extended reach of polyphenylene applications within aerospace, the development of bio-based polyphenylene materials, and increased adoption in water treatment systems.

The surge in demand for polyphenylene is attributed to the need to replace conventional materials prevalent in various industries. Traditional materials like polyethylene and polyvinyl chloride are being substituted by biodegradable polyphenylene polymers. A survey conducted in 2022 by PLOS revealed a substantial inclination, with 42% of respondents actively avoiding plastic in daily use and 95% expressing the belief that bioplastics should either partly or entirely supplant conventional plastics. This shift in demand for material replacements serves as a catalyst for the growth of the polyphenylene market.

The automotive industry's escalating requirements are poised to drive the growth of the polyphenylene market. Polyphenylene finds extensive application within this sector due to its attributes such as high temperature resistance, mechanical strength, lightweight nature, electrical insulation properties, durability, and customization potential. Notably, statistics from the European Automobile Manufacturers Association for 2022 reported a global production of 85.4 million motor vehicles, marking a significant 5.7% surge from the previous year. Additionally, data from Brand Finance plc showcased a remarkable 10% increase in global automobile sector sales in 2022, reaching approximately 78 million units. This surge in the automotive industry is a key driver fueling the growth of the polyphenylene market.

A prevailing trend within the polyphenylene market is the focus on product innovations. Leading companies in the polyphenylene sector are directing efforts toward pioneering product solutions to fortify their market positions. An exemplar of this trend is evident in Saudi Basic Industries Corporation's (SABIC) launch in July 2022 of NORYL NHP8000VT3 resin, a polyphenylene ether (PPO)-based solution designed for insulation films in electric vehicle (EV) battery modules. The resin meets stringent standards, achieving UL94 V0 at a mere 0.25 mm thickness, offering exceptional flame retardance properties even in thinner film gauges.

Major players in the polyphenylene market are leveraging strategic partnerships to capitalize on expertise, cost sharing, and risk mitigation strategies. These partnerships involve collaboration between companies, pooling strengths and resources for mutual benefit and success. An instance of this strategy occurred in November 2021 when Solvay SA partnered with Labs AG. Their collaboration aims to develop materials, including CF-reinforced polyphenylene sulfide (CF/PPS) composites, catering to a wide spectrum of applications in automation, aerospace, and other industries.

In May 2021, Material & Design Solutions (MDS), a component supplier based in the United States specializing in sealing applications within high-temperature, high-pressure, and corrosive environments, completed the acquisition of APS Plastics' assets for an undisclosed sum. Through this acquisition, MDS gains access to six CNC lathes and five CNC mills previously owned by APS. These machines will be instrumental in MDS's production operations, facilitating the fabrication of components using thermoplastics such as Pektron PEEK, Texron PTFE, and other similar materials. APS Plastics, a US-based company, is recognized for its comprehensive capabilities in manufacturing custom plastic, metal, and composite parts.

Major companies operating in the polyphenylene market report are Toray Industries Inc., Solvay SA, Tosoh Corporation, DIC Corporation, Kureha Corporation, LG Chem, Celanese Corporation, Saudi Arabia Basic Industries Corporation, China Lumena New Materials Corporation, Ensinger Group, Chevron Phillips Chemical Company LLC, Asahi Kasei Corporation, Biesterfeld AG, Compagnie de Saint-Gobain SA, PolyOne Corporation, Emco Industrial Plastics, Initz Co. Ltd., LyondellBasell Industries N.V., Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials, Nagase America LLC, RTP Company, Lehmann & Voss & Co. KG, AGC Chemicals Americas, Zyex Ltd., Guangzhou Engineering Plastics Industries, BASF, Saint-Gobain Performance Plastics, Sumitomo Bakelite Co. Ltd., Lion Idemitsu Composites Co. Ltd., SK chemicals, Chengdu Letian Plastics Co. Ltd.

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

The countries covered in the polyphenylene market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The polyphenylene market consists of sales of poly-para-phenylene and phenylene vinylene polymers. 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.

Product Code: r12967

1. Executive Summary

2. Polyphenylene Market Characteristics

3. Polyphenylene Market Trends And Strategies

4. Polyphenylene Market - Macro Economic Scenario

4.1. Impact Of High Inflation On The Market
4.2. Ukraine-Russia War Impact On The Market
4.3. COVID-19 Impact On The Market

5. Global Polyphenylene Market Size and Growth

5.1. Global Polyphenylene Market Drivers and Restraints
- 5.1.1. Drivers Of The Market
- 5.1.2. Restraints Of The Market
5.2. Global Polyphenylene Historic Market Size and Growth, 2018 - 2023, Value ($ Billion)
5.3. Global Polyphenylene Forecast Market Size and Growth, 2023 - 2028, 2033F, Value ($ Billion)

6. Polyphenylene Market Segmentation

6.1. Global Polyphenylene Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
Polyphenylene Sulfide(PPS)
Polyphenylene Ether/Oxide(PPE/PPO)
Other Types
6.2. Global Polyphenylene Market, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
Composites
Engineering Plastics
High Performance Lubricants
Filter Bags
Other Applications
6.3. Global Polyphenylene Market, Segmentation By End-Use Industry, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
Automotive
Electrical and Electronics
Industrial
Coatings
Other End-Use Industries

7. Polyphenylene Market Regional And Country Analysis

7.1. Global Polyphenylene Market, Split By Region, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
7.2. Global Polyphenylene Market, Split By Country, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

8. Asia-Pacific Polyphenylene Market

8.1. Asia-Pacific Polyphenylene Market Overview
Region Information, Impact Of COVID-19, Market Information, Background Information, Government Initiatives, Regulations, Regulatory Bodies, Major Associations, Taxes Levied, Corporate Tax Structure, Investments, Major Companies
8.2. Asia-Pacific Polyphenylene Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
8.3. Asia-Pacific Polyphenylene Market, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
8.4. Asia-Pacific Polyphenylene Market, Segmentation By End-Use Industry, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

9. China Polyphenylene Market

9.1. China Polyphenylene Market Overview
9.2. China Polyphenylene Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F,$ Billion
9.3. China Polyphenylene Market, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F,$ Billion
9.4. China Polyphenylene Market, Segmentation By End-Use Industry, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F,$ Billion

10. India Polyphenylene Market

10.1. India Polyphenylene Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
10.2. India Polyphenylene Market, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
10.3. India Polyphenylene Market, Segmentation By End-Use Industry, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

11. Japan Polyphenylene Market

11.1. Japan Polyphenylene Market Overview
11.2. Japan Polyphenylene Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
11.3. Japan Polyphenylene Market, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
11.4. Japan Polyphenylene Market, Segmentation By End-Use Industry, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

12. Australia Polyphenylene Market

12.1. Australia Polyphenylene Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
12.2. Australia Polyphenylene Market, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
12.3. Australia Polyphenylene Market, Segmentation By End-Use Industry, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

13. Indonesia Polyphenylene Market

13.1. Indonesia Polyphenylene Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
13.2. Indonesia Polyphenylene Market, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
13.3. Indonesia Polyphenylene Market, Segmentation By End-Use Industry, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

14. South Korea Polyphenylene Market

14.1. South Korea Polyphenylene Market Overview
14.2. South Korea Polyphenylene Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
14.3. South Korea Polyphenylene Market, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
14.4. South Korea Polyphenylene Market, Segmentation By End-Use Industry, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

15. Western Europe Polyphenylene Market

15.1. Western Europe Polyphenylene Market Overview
15.2. Western Europe Polyphenylene Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
15.3. Western Europe Polyphenylene Market, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
15.4. Western Europe Polyphenylene Market, Segmentation By End-Use Industry, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

16. UK Polyphenylene Market

16.1. UK Polyphenylene Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
16.2. UK Polyphenylene Market, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
16.3. UK Polyphenylene Market, Segmentation By End-Use Industry, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

17. Germany Polyphenylene Market

17.1. Germany Polyphenylene Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
17.2. Germany Polyphenylene Market, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
17.3. Germany Polyphenylene Market, Segmentation By End-Use Industry, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

18. France Polyphenylene Market

18.1. France Polyphenylene Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
18.2. France Polyphenylene Market, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
18.3. France Polyphenylene Market, Segmentation By End-Use Industry, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

19. Italy Polyphenylene Market

19.1. Italy Polyphenylene Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
19.2. Italy Polyphenylene Market, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
19.3. Italy Polyphenylene Market, Segmentation By End-Use Industry, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

20. Spain Polyphenylene Market

20.1. Spain Polyphenylene Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
20.2. Spain Polyphenylene Market, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
20.3. Spain Polyphenylene Market, Segmentation By End-Use Industry, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

21. Eastern Europe Polyphenylene Market

21.1. Eastern Europe Polyphenylene Market Overview
21.2. Eastern Europe Polyphenylene Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
21.3. Eastern Europe Polyphenylene Market, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
21.4. Eastern Europe Polyphenylene Market, Segmentation By End-Use Industry, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

22. Russia Polyphenylene Market

22.1. Russia Polyphenylene Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
22.2. Russia Polyphenylene Market, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
22.3. Russia Polyphenylene Market, Segmentation By End-Use Industry, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

23. North America Polyphenylene Market

23.1. North America Polyphenylene Market Overview
23.2. North America Polyphenylene Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
23.3. North America Polyphenylene Market, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
23.4. North America Polyphenylene Market, Segmentation By End-Use Industry, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

24. USA Polyphenylene Market

24.1. USA Polyphenylene Market Overview
24.2. USA Polyphenylene Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
24.3. USA Polyphenylene Market, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
24.4. USA Polyphenylene Market, Segmentation By End-Use Industry, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

25. Canada Polyphenylene Market

25.1. Canada Polyphenylene Market Overview
25.2. Canada Polyphenylene Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
25.3. Canada Polyphenylene Market, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
25.4. Canada Polyphenylene Market, Segmentation By End-Use Industry, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

26. South America Polyphenylene Market

26.1. South America Polyphenylene Market Overview
26.2. South America Polyphenylene Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
26.3. South America Polyphenylene Market, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
26.4. South America Polyphenylene Market, Segmentation By End-Use Industry, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

27. Brazil Polyphenylene Market

27.1. Brazil Polyphenylene Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
27.2. Brazil Polyphenylene Market, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
27.3. Brazil Polyphenylene Market, Segmentation By End-Use Industry, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

28. Middle East Polyphenylene Market

28.1. Middle East Polyphenylene Market Overview
28.2. Middle East Polyphenylene Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
28.3. Middle East Polyphenylene Market, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
28.4. Middle East Polyphenylene Market, Segmentation By End-Use Industry, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

29. Africa Polyphenylene Market

29.1. Africa Polyphenylene Market Overview
29.2. Africa Polyphenylene Market, Segmentation By Type, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
29.3. Africa Polyphenylene Market, Segmentation By Application, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion
29.4. Africa Polyphenylene Market, Segmentation By End-Use Industry, Historic and Forecast, 2018-2023, 2023-2028F, 2033F, $ Billion

30. Polyphenylene Market Competitive Landscape And Company Profiles

30.1. Polyphenylene Market Competitive Landscape
30.2. Polyphenylene Market Company Profiles
- 30.2.1. Toray Industries Inc.
  - 30.2.1.1. Overview
  - 30.2.1.2. Products and Services
  - 30.2.1.3. Strategy
  - 30.2.1.4. Financial Performance
- 30.2.2. Solvay SA
  - 30.2.2.1. Overview
  - 30.2.2.2. Products and Services
  - 30.2.2.3. Strategy
  - 30.2.2.4. Financial Performance
- 30.2.3. Tosoh Corporation
  - 30.2.3.1. Overview
  - 30.2.3.2. Products and Services
  - 30.2.3.3. Strategy
  - 30.2.3.4. Financial Performance
- 30.2.4. DIC Corporation
  - 30.2.4.1. Overview
  - 30.2.4.2. Products and Services
  - 30.2.4.3. Strategy
  - 30.2.4.4. Financial Performance
- 30.2.5. Kureha Corporation
  - 30.2.5.1. Overview
  - 30.2.5.2. Products and Services
  - 30.2.5.3. Strategy
  - 30.2.5.4. Financial Performance

31. Global Polyphenylene Market Competitive Benchmarking

32. Global Polyphenylene Market Competitive Dashboard

33. Key Mergers And Acquisitions In The Polyphenylene Market

34. Polyphenylene Market Future Outlook and Potential Analysis

34.1 Polyphenylene Market In 2028 - Countries Offering Most New Opportunities
34.2 Polyphenylene Market In 2028 - Segments Offering Most New Opportunities
34.3 Polyphenylene Market In 2028 - Growth Strategies
- 34.3.1 Market Trend Based Strategies
- 34.3.2 Competitor Strategies

35. Appendix

35.1. Abbreviations
35.2. Currencies
35.3. Historic And Forecast Inflation Rates
35.4. Research Inquiries
35.5. The Business Research Company
35.6. Copyright And Disclaimer