Asia Pacific Polyethylene Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report By Type (High-density Polyethylene (HDPE), Low-density Polyethylene (LDPE), and Linear Low-density Polyethylene (LLDPE)), By Application, By End-use, By Country and Growth Forecast, 202

Asia Pacific Polyethylene Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report By Type (High-density Polyethylene (HDPE), Low-density Polyethylene (LDPE), and Linear Low-density Polyethylene (LLDPE)), By Application, By End-use, By Country and Growth Forecast, 2024 - 2031


The Asia Pacific Polyethylene Market would witness market growth of 5.0% CAGR during the forecast period (2024-2031). In the year 2022, the Asia Pacific market's volume surged to 46,434.6 Kilo tonnes, showcasing a growth of 17.0% (2020-2023).

HDPE, characterized by its high molecular weight and crystallinity, offers superior tensile strength, impact resistance, and chemical inertness, making it an ideal choice for demanding end uses. Thus, the China market would utilize 7,753.08 kilo tonnes of High-density Polyethylene (HDPE) by 2031.

The China market dominated the Asia Pacific Polyethylene Market by Country in 2023, and would continue to be a dominant market till 2031; thereby, achieving a market value of $26,408.8 million by 2031.The Japan market is showcasing a CAGR of 4.3% during (2024 - 2031). Additionally, The India market would register a CAGR of 5.7% during (2024 - 2031).

Polyethylene's versatility stems from its ability to be tailored to meet specific application requirements. For example, Perhaps the most ubiquitous application of polyethylene is in packaging. High-density polyethylene (HDPE) and low-density polyethylene (LDPE) are commonly used to produce plastic bags, bottles, containers, and films.

Additionally, their excellent barrier properties against moisture and chemicals and their flexibility and durability make them ideal for packaging a wide range of products, including food, beverages, pharmaceuticals, and personal care items.

As the automotive industry in China expands, there is a growing demand for polyethylene-based components such as bumpers, interior trim, door panels, and under-the-hood parts. Polyethylene is favored for its lightweight, durable, and cost-effective properties, making it ideal for various automotive applications. The increased production of vehicles in China drives the demand for polyethylene materials used in automotive manufacturing, contributing to market growth.

Based on Type, the market is segmented into High-density Polyethylene (HDPE), Low-density Polyethylene (LDPE), and Linear Low-density Polyethylene (LLDPE). Based on Application, the market is segmented into Bottles & Containers, Films & Sheets, Bags & Sacks, Pipes & Fittings and Others. Based on End-use, the market is segmented into Packaging, Construction, Automotive, Agriculture, Consumer Electronics and Others. Based on countries, the market is segmented into China, Japan, India, South Korea, Singapore, Malaysia, and Rest of Asia Pacific.

List of Key Companies Profiled
  • BASF SE
  • SABIC (Saudi Arabian Oil Company)
  • Borealis AG (OMV)
  • Braskem S.A. (Odebrecht S.A)
  • The Dow Chemical Company
  • Exxon Mobil Corporation
  • Formosa Plastics Group
  • INEOS Group Holdings S.A.
  • Mitsubishi Chemical Holdings Corporation
  • Sinopec Group (China Petrochemical Corporation)
Asia Pacific Polyethylene Market Report Segmentation

By Type (Volume, Kilo Tonnes, USD Billion, 2020-2031)
  • High-density Polyethylene (HDPE)
  • Low-density Polyethylene (LDPE)
  • Linear Low-density Polyethylene (LLDPE)
By Application (Volume, Kilo Tonnes, USD Billion, 2020-2031)
  • Bottles & Containers
  • Films & Sheets
  • Bags & Sacks
  • Pipes & Fittings
  • Others
By End-Use (Volume, Kilo Tonnes, USD Billion, 2020-2031)
  • Packaging
  • Construction
  • Automotive
  • Agriculture
  • Consumer Electronics
  • Others
By Country (Volume, Kilo Tonnes, USD Billion, 2020-2031)
  • China
  • Japan
  • India
  • South Korea
  • Singapore
  • Malaysia
  • Rest of Asia Pacific


Chapter 1. Market Scope & Methodology
1.1 Market Definition
1.2 Objectives
1.3 Market Scope
1.4 Segmentation
1.4.1 Asia Pacific Polyethylene Market, by Type
1.4.2 Asia Pacific Polyethylene Market, by Application
1.4.3 Asia Pacific Polyethylene Market, by End-Use
1.4.4 Asia Pacific Polyethylene Market, by Country
1.5 Methodology for the research
Chapter 2. Market at a Glance
2.1 Key Highlights
Chapter 3. Market Overview
3.1 Introduction
3.1.1 Overview
3.1.1.1 Market Composition and Scenario
3.2 Key Factors Impacting the Market
3.2.1 Market Drivers
3.2.2 Market Restraints
3.2.3 Market Opportunities
3.2.4 Market Challenges
3.3 Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
Chapter 4. Asia Pacific Polyethylene Market by Type
4.1 Asia Pacific High-density Polyethylene (HDPE) Market by Country
4.2 Asia Pacific Low-density Polyethylene (LDPE) Market by Country
4.3 Asia Pacific Linear Low-density Polyethylene (LLDPE) Market by Country
Chapter 5. Asia Pacific Polyethylene Market by Application
5.1 Asia Pacific Bottles & Containers Market by Country
5.2 Asia Pacific Films & Sheets Market by Country
5.3 Asia Pacific Bags & Sacks Market by Country
5.4 Asia Pacific Pipes & Fittings Market by Country
5.5 Asia Pacific Others Market by Country
Chapter 6. Asia Pacific Polyethylene Market by End-use
6.1 Asia Pacific Packaging Market by Country
6.2 Asia Pacific Construction Market by Country
6.3 Asia Pacific Automotive Market by Country
6.4 Asia Pacific Agriculture Market by Country
6.5 Asia Pacific Consumer Electronics Market by Country
6.6 Asia Pacific Others Market by Country
Chapter 7. Asia Pacific Polyethylene Market by Country
7.1 China Polyethylene Market
7.1.1 China Polyethylene Market by Type
7.1.2 China Polyethylene Market by Application
7.1.3 China Polyethylene Market by End-use
7.2 Japan Polyethylene Market
7.2.1 Japan Polyethylene Market by Type
7.2.2 Japan Polyethylene Market by Application
7.2.3 Japan Polyethylene Market by End-use
7.3 India Polyethylene Market
7.3.1 India Polyethylene Market by Type
7.3.2 India Polyethylene Market by Application
7.3.3 India Polyethylene Market by End-use
7.4 South Korea Polyethylene Market
7.4.1 South Korea Polyethylene Market by Type
7.4.2 South Korea Polyethylene Market by Application
7.4.3 South Korea Polyethylene Market by End-use
7.5 Singapore Polyethylene Market
7.5.1 Singapore Polyethylene Market by Type
7.5.2 Singapore Polyethylene Market by Application
7.5.3 Singapore Polyethylene Market by End-use
7.6 Malaysia Polyethylene Market
7.6.1 Malaysia Polyethylene Market by Type
7.6.2 Malaysia Polyethylene Market by Application
7.6.3 Malaysia Polyethylene Market by End-use
7.7 Rest of Asia Pacific Polyethylene Market
7.7.1 Rest of Asia Pacific Polyethylene Market by Type
7.7.2 Rest of Asia Pacific Polyethylene Market by Application
7.7.3 Rest of Asia Pacific Polyethylene Market by End-use
Chapter 8. Company Profiles
8.1 BASF SE
8.1.1 Company Overview
8.1.2 Financial Analysis
8.1.3 Segmental and Regional Analysis
8.1.4 Research & Development Expense
8.1.5 SWOT Analysis
8.2 SABIC (Saudi Arabian Oil Company)
8.2.1 Company Overview
8.2.2 Financial Analysis
8.2.3 Segmental and Regional Analysis
8.2.4 Research & Development Expenses
8.2.5 SWOT Analysis
8.3 Borealis AG (OMV)
8.3.1 Company Overview
8.3.2 Financial Analysis
8.3.3 Segmental and Regional Analysis
8.3.4 Research & Development Expenses
8.3.5 Recent strategies and developments:
8.3.5.1 Joint Ventures:
8.3.5.2 Acquisition and Mergers:
8.3.6 SWOT Analysis
8.4 Braskem S.A. (Odebrecht S.A)
8.4.1 Company Overview
8.4.2 Financial Analysis
8.4.3 Segmental Analysis
8.4.4 Research & Development Expenses
8.4.5 Recent strategies and developments:
8.4.5.1 Joint Ventures:
8.4.6 SWOT Analysis
8.5 The Dow Chemical Company
8.5.1 Company Overview
8.5.2 Financial Analysis
8.5.3 Segmental and Regional Analysis
8.5.4 Research & Development Expenses
8.5.5 Recent strategies and developments:
8.5.5.1 Partnerships, Collaborations, and Agreements:
8.5.6 SWOT Analysis
8.6 Exxon Mobil Corporation
8.6.1 Company Overview
8.6.2 Financial Analysis
8.6.3 Segmental and Regional Analysis
8.6.4 Research & Development Expenses
8.6.5 Recent strategies and developments:
8.6.5.1 Product Launches and Product Expansions:
8.6.6 SWOT Analysis
8.7 Formosa Plastics Group
8.7.1 Company Overview
8.7.2 Financial Analysis
8.7.3 SWOT Analysis
8.8 INEOS Group Holdings S.A.
8.8.1 Company Overview
8.8.2 Financial Analysis
8.8.3 Segmental and Regional Analysis
8.8.4 Research & Development Expense
8.8.5 SWOT Analysis
8.9 Mitsubishi Chemical Holdings Corporation
8.9.1 Company Overview
8.9.2 Financial Analysis
8.9.3 Segmental Analysis
8.9.4 Research & Development Expense
8.9.5 SWOT Analysis
8.10. Sinopec Group (China Petrochemical Corporation)
8.10.1 Company Overview
8.10.2 Financial Analysis
8.10.3 Research & Development Expenses
8.10.4 SWOT Analysis

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