Foamed Plastic Insulation: United States

Foamed Plastic Insulation: United States

This report forecasts to 2023 US foamed plastic insulation demand in metric tons. Total demand is segmented by product in terms of: polyurethane (PUR) and polyisocyanurate (PIR); extruded polystyrene (XPS); expanded polystyrene (EPS); and other products such as elastomeric, melamine, phenolic, and polyolefin. Total demand is also segmented by market as follows: nonresidential buildings; residential buildings; industrial and plant equipment; HVAC/air distribution equipment; appliances; and other markets such as transportation equipment, furniture, and bedding.

To illustrate historical trends, total demand is provided in annual series from 2008 to 2018; the various segments are reported at five-year intervals for 2008, 2013, and 2018.

Both thermal and acoustic insulation are included in the scope of this report. Blowing agents are excluded.

Key macroeconomic indicators are also provided with quantified trends. Other various topics, including profiles of pertinent leading companies, are covered in this report. A full outline of report items by page is available in the Table of Contents.

Related NAICS Codes:
326140 Polystyrene foam product manufacturing
326150 Urethane & other foam product manufacturing, excluding polystyrene