Global Medium Molecular Weight Polyisobutylene Market Growth 2025-2031

Global Medium Molecular Weight Polyisobutylene Market Growth 2025-2031

The global Medium Molecular Weight Polyisobutylene market size is predicted to grow from US$ 136 million in 2025 to US$ 171 million in 2031; it is expected to grow at a CAGR of 3.9% from 2025 to 2031.

Medium molecular weight polyisobutylene’s average molecular weight ranges between 40,000 and 120,000 g/mol. Medium molecular weight polyisobutylene is employed as viscosity modifier, tack improver in adhesive formulations, and primary binder in caulking and sealing compounds. It is also used in fuel and lubricating oil additives. It is extensively used as a protective barrier in the adhesive industry. For instance, it is used where exposure to sunlight is a potential risk for sealants. Medium molecular weight polyisobutylene is employed in insulating glass sealants and roofing membranes in the construction industry. Furthermore, it is used in protective films or acoustic barriers in the automotive industry. Medium molecular weight polyisobutylene is also an essential ingredient in the production of chewing gums.

The global medium molecular weight polyisobutylene key manufacturers are BASF, Shandong Hongrui and Zhejiang Shunda, etc. The top three manufacturers together occupy more than 90% of the market share, of which the largest manufacturer is BASF, accounting for 56%. The global origins are mainly distributed in Europe, China and Japan. The Asia Pacific region has the largest consumer market with a 40% market share. In terms of product category, it is divided into industrial grade and food grade, with the former holding a larger market share of about 80%. In terms of applications, adhesives are the top application area with a share of 37%; in addition, sealants and chewing gum are also important applications.

LP Information, Inc. (LPI) ' newest research report, the “Medium Molecular Weight Polyisobutylene Industry Forecast” looks at past sales and reviews total world Medium Molecular Weight Polyisobutylene sales in 2024, providing a comprehensive analysis by region and market sector of projected Medium Molecular Weight Polyisobutylene sales for 2025 through 2031. With Medium Molecular Weight Polyisobutylene sales broken down by region, market sector and sub-sector, this report provides a detailed analysis in US$ millions of the world Medium Molecular Weight Polyisobutylene industry.

This Insight Report provides a comprehensive analysis of the global Medium Molecular Weight Polyisobutylene landscape and highlights key trends related to product segmentation, company formation, revenue, and market share, latest development, and M&A activity. This report also analyzes the strategies of leading global companies with a focus on Medium Molecular Weight Polyisobutylene portfolios and capabilities, market entry strategies, market positions, and geographic footprints, to better understand these firms’ unique position in an accelerating global Medium Molecular Weight Polyisobutylene market.

This Insight Report evaluates the key market trends, drivers, and affecting factors shaping the global outlook for Medium Molecular Weight Polyisobutylene and breaks down the forecast by Type, by Application, geography, and market size to highlight emerging pockets of opportunity. With a transparent methodology based on hundreds of bottom-up qualitative and quantitative market inputs, this study forecast offers a highly nuanced view of the current state and future trajectory in the global Medium Molecular Weight Polyisobutylene.

This report presents a comprehensive overview, market shares, and growth opportunities of Medium Molecular Weight Polyisobutylene market by product type, application, key manufacturers and key regions and countries.

Segmentation by Type:
Industrial Grade
Food Grade

Segmentation by Application:
Adhesives
Sealants
Bitumen
Chewing Gum
Others

This report also splits the market by region:
Americas
United States
Canada
Mexico
Brazil
APAC
China
Japan
Korea
Southeast Asia
India
Australia
Europe
Germany
France
UK
Italy
Russia
Middle East & Africa
Egypt
South Africa
Israel
Turkey
GCC Countries

The below companies that are profiled have been selected based on inputs gathered from primary experts and analysing the company's coverage, product portfolio, its market penetration.
BASF
ENEOS
Shandong Hongrui
Zhejiang Shunda

Key Questions Addressed in this Report

What is the 10-year outlook for the global Medium Molecular Weight Polyisobutylene market?

What factors are driving Medium Molecular Weight Polyisobutylene market growth, globally and by region?

Which technologies are poised for the fastest growth by market and region?

How do Medium Molecular Weight Polyisobutylene market opportunities vary by end market size?

How does Medium Molecular Weight Polyisobutylene break out by Type, by Application?

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