Europe Polycarbonate Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report By Product Type, By Application (Electrical & Electronics, Automotive & Transportation, Construction, Packaging, Consumer Goods, Medical Devices, Optical Media and Others), By Country and Gr

Europe Polycarbonate Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report By Product Type, By Application (Electrical & Electronics, Automotive & Transportation, Construction, Packaging, Consumer Goods, Medical Devices, Optical Media and Others), By Country and Growth Forecast, 2023 - 2030


The Europe Polycarbonate Market would witness market growth of 4.6% CAGR during the forecast period (2023-2030). In the year 2020, the Europe market's volume surged to 698.7 Kilo Tonnes, showcasing a growth of 2.0% (2019-2022).

The Automotive & Transportation sector serves as a cornerstone in the market, driving significant demand for its exceptional properties and versatility. Polycarbonate's lightweight nature, coupled with its high impact resistance and optical clarity, makes it an ideal material for various automotive applications. From exterior components like bumpers, headlamp lenses, and panoramic roofs to interior parts such as dashboard panels and instrument clusters, it offers design flexibility and enhanced safety. Therefore, the Germany market make use of 136.1 kilo tonnes in the market in 2022.

The Germany market dominated the Europe Polycarbonate Market, by Country in 2022, and would continue to be a dominant market till 2030; thereby, achieving a market value of $1,195.9 Million by 2030. The UK market is exhibiting a CAGR of 3.7% during (2023 - 2030). Additionally, The France market would experience a CAGR of 5.4% during (2023 - 2030).

The integration of nanotechnology into PC formulations is an area of active research. Nanomaterials are being explored to enhance specific properties, such as strength, conductivity, or UV resistance. By incorporating nanotechnology, manufacturers aim to improve the overall performance of PC, making it suitable for emerging technologies and applications that demand advanced material properties.

The development of smart materials, including those based on polycarbonate, is gaining momentum. This involves incorporating features such as self-healing capabilities or embedded sensors. Smart polycarbonate materials find applications in various sectors, including automotive, aerospace, and electronics, where enhanced functionality and real-time monitoring are critical.

The lightweight nature of PC is advantageous for manufacturing portable medical devices in France. It exhibits good electrical insulation properties, making it suitable for medical devices with electronic components in France. According to International Trade Administration projections, the French medical device industry is expected to bring in €36.7 billion in sales by 2022. Medical device exports from France are expected to generate €9.4 billion in revenue, or 26% of the entire industry. The industry is predicted to increase at a 2% yearly rate over the next several years. Thus, all these factors will uplift the regional market’s expansion in the coming years.

Based on Product Type, the market is segmented into Sheets & Films, Blends and Others. Based on Application, the market is segmented into Electrical & Electronics, Automotive & Transportation, Construction, Packaging, Consumer Goods, Medical Devices, Optical Media and Others. Based on countries, the market is segmented into U.S., Mexico, Canada, and Rest of North America.

List of Key Companies Profiled
  • Covestro AG
  • SABIC (Saudi Arabian Oil Company)
  • LOTTE Chemical Corporation (LOTTE Corp.)
  • Teijin Limited
  • Trinseo PLC
  • Idemitsu Kosan Co., Ltd.
  • LG Chem Ltd. (LG Corporation)
  • RTP Company, Inc.
  • CHIMEI Corporation
  • Lone Star Chemical
Global Polycarbonate Market Report Segmentation

By Product Type (Volume, kilo Tonnes, USD Billion, 2019-2030)
  • Sheets & Films
  • Blends
  • Others
By Application (Volume, kilo Tonnes, USD Billion, 2019-2030)
  • Electrical & Electronics
  • Automotive & Transportation
  • Construction
  • Packaging
  • Consumer Goods
  • Medical Devices
  • Optical Media
  • Others
By Country (Volume, kilo Tonnes, USD Billion, 2019-2030)
  • Germany
  • UK
  • France
  • Russia
  • Spain
  • Italy
  • Rest of Europe


Chapter 1. Market Scope & Methodology
1.1 Market Definition
1.2 Objectives
1.3 Market Scope
1.4 Segmentation
1.4.1 Europe Polycarbonate Market, by Product Type
1.4.2 Europe Polycarbonate Market, by Application
1.4.3 Europe Polycarbonate 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. Strategies Deployed in Polycarbonate Market
Chapter 5. Europe Polycarbonate Market, by Product Type
5.1 Europe Sheets & Films Market, by Country
5.2 Europe Blends Market, by Country
5.3 Europe Others Market, by Country
Chapter 6. Europe Polycarbonate Market, by Application
6.1 Europe Electrical & Electronics Market, by Country
6.2 Europe Automotive & Transportation Market, by Country
6.3 Europe Construction Market, by Country
6.4 Europe Packaging Market, by Country
6.5 Europe Consumer Goods Market, by Country
6.6 Europe Medical Devices Market, by Country
6.7 Europe Optical Media Market, by Country
6.8 Europe Others Market, by Country
Chapter 7. Europe Polycarbonate Market, by Country
7.1 Germany Polycarbonate Market
7.1.1 Germany Polycarbonate Market, by Product Type
7.1.2 Germany Polycarbonate Market, by Application
7.2 UK Polycarbonate Market
7.2.1 UK Polycarbonate Market, by Product Type
7.2.2 UK Polycarbonate Market, by Application
7.3 France Polycarbonate Market
7.3.1 France Polycarbonate Market, by Product Type
7.3.2 France Polycarbonate Market, by Application
7.4 Russia Polycarbonate Market
7.4.1 Russia Polycarbonate Market, by Product Type
7.4.2 Russia Polycarbonate Market, by Application
7.5 Spain Polycarbonate Market
7.5.1 Spain Polycarbonate Market, by Product Type
7.5.2 Spain Polycarbonate Market, by Application
7.6 Italy Polycarbonate Market
7.6.1 Italy Polycarbonate Market, by Product Type
7.6.2 Italy Polycarbonate Market, by Application
7.7 Rest of Europe Polycarbonate Market
7.7.1 Rest of Europe Polycarbonate Market, by Product Type
7.7.2 Rest of Europe Polycarbonate Market, by Application
Chapter 8. Company Profiles
8.1 Covestro AG
8.1.1 Company Overview
8.1.2 Financial Analysis
8.1.3 Segmental and Regional Analysis
8.1.4 Research & Development Expenses
8.1.5 Recent strategies and developments:
8.1.5.1 Geographical Expansions:
8.1.6 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 Recent strategies and developments:
8.2.4.1 Product Launches and Product Expansions:
8.2.5 SWOT Analysis
8.3 LOTTE Chemical Corporation (LOTTE Corp.)
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 Product Launches and Product Expansions:
8.3.6 SWOT Analysis
8.4 Teijin Limited
8.4.1 Company Overview
8.4.2 Financial Analysis
8.4.3 Segmental and Regional Analysis
8.4.4 Research & Development Expenses
8.4.5 SWOT Analysis
8.5 Trinseo PLC
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 Geographical Expansions:
8.5.6 SWOT Analysis
8.6 Idemitsu Kosan Co., Ltd.
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 SWOT Analysis
8.7 LG Chem Ltd. (LG Corporation)
8.7.1 Company Overview
8.7.2 Financial Analysis
8.7.3 Segmental and Regional Analysis
8.7.4 Recent strategies and developments:
8.7.4.1 Product Launches and Product Expansions:
8.7.5 SWOT Analysis
8.8 RTP Company, Inc.
8.8.1 Company Overview
8.8.2 SWOT Analysis
8.9 CHIMEI Corporation
8.9.1 Company Overview
8.10. Lone Star Chemical
8.10.1 Company Overview

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