Europe Specialty Resins Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report By Function, By Application, By Type (Epoxy, Vinyl, Polyamides, Unsaturated Polyester Resins, and Other Types), By Country and Growth Forecast, 2024 - 2031

Europe Specialty Resins Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report By Function, By Application, By Type (Epoxy, Vinyl, Polyamides, Unsaturated Polyester Resins, and Other Types), By Country and Growth Forecast, 2024 - 2031

The Europe Specialty Resins Market would witness market growth of 6.8% CAGR during the forecast period (2024-2031). In the year 2021, the Europe market's volume surged to 286.4 kilo tonnes, showcasing a growth of 27.2% (2020-2024).

Specialty resins play a critical role in water treatment applications, particularly in ion exchange processes. These resins are essential for removing impurities, softening water, and purifying drinking water. The increasing concern for water quality and scarcity drives the demand for advanced filtration technologies that utilize specialty resins. Moreover, the growing industrial and municipal demand for efficient water treatment solutions leads to innovations in resin technology, enhancing their performance and longevity. Thus, in France, 11.85 kilo tonnes of Specialty Resins expected to be utilized in water treatment by the year 2031.

The Germany market dominated the Europe Specialty Resins Market by Country in 2023, and would continue to be a dominant market till 2031; thereby, achieving a market value of $500 million by 2031. The UK market is experiencing a CAGR of 5.9% during (2024 - 2031). Additionally, The France market would exhibit a CAGR of 7.6% during (2024 - 2031).

One key driver of the market is the booming construction industry. Construction activities around the globe have been on the rise, particularly in developing economies. Specialty resins are critical in this sector for their use in coatings, adhesives, sealants, and composites, necessary for maintaining the structural integrity, longevity, and aesthetic appeal of buildings. Epoxy resins, in particular, are highly valued for their exceptional adhesive properties and are commonly used in concrete coatings and flooring systems.

The automotive industry is another significant contributor to the specialty resins market. Polyurethane and epoxy resins are widely used to manufacture coatings, adhesives, and interior components. The shift towards electric vehicles (EVs) has further spurred the demand for specialty resins, as these materials are essential for battery encapsulation and electronic components.

The furniture industry drives the demand for specialty resins in Italy. According to FederlegnoArredo Studies Center, the Italian Federation of Woodworking and Furniture Industries, in 2022, the furniture sector went through a +22.2% increase in sales, with +26.7% in Italy and +16.3% in exports – concerning the first semester of 2021. The Italian furniture industry also extensively uses specialty resins in coatings and laminates, ensuring high-quality finishes and durability. There is a growing trend toward sustainability in the furniture industry. This includes the use of eco-friendly materials and processes. Specialty resins developed focusing on sustainability, such as bio-based or resins with low VOC (volatile organic compounds) emissions, are becoming increasingly important. The expanding furniture industry in Italy is expected to contribute to the demand for these environmentally friendly specialty resins. Thus, the region will present lucrative growth opportunities for the market.

Based on Function, the market is segmented into Protection, and Insulation & Other Functions. Based on Application, the market is segmented into Building & Construction, Water Treatment, Marine, Electrical & Electronics, Automotive, Aerospace, and Other Applications. Based on Type, the market is segmented into Epoxy, Vinyl, Polyamides, Unsaturated Polyester Resins, and Other Types. Based on countries, the market is segmented into Germany, UK, France, Russia, Spain, Italy, and Rest of Europe.

List of Key Companies Profiled

• BASF SE
• Hexion Inc. (Hexion Intermediate Holding 2, Inc.)
• Saudi Basic Industries Corporation (SABIC)
• Koninklijke DSM N.V.
• Arkema S.A.
• Mitsubishi Chemical Holdings Corporation
• The Dow Chemical Company
• Huntsman Corporation
• LyondellBasell Industries Holdings B.V.
• Lanxess AG

Europe Specialty Resins Market Report Segmentation

By Function (Volume, Kilo Tonnes, USD Billion, 2020-2031)

• Protection
• Insulation & Other Functions

By Application (Volume, Kilo Tonnes, USD Billion, 2020-2031)

• Building & Construction
• Water Treatment
• Marine
• Electrical & Electronics
• Automotive
• Aerospace
• Other Applications

By Type (Volume, Kilo Tonnes, USD Billion, 2020-2031)

• Epoxy
• Vinyl
• Polyamides
• Unsaturated Polyester Resins
• Other Types

By Country (Volume, Kilo Tonnes, USD Billion, 2020-2031)

• Germany
• UK
• France
• Russia
• Spain
• Italy
• Rest of Europe