Asia Pacific Polyurethane Market Share, Size, Trends, Industry Analysis Report, By Product (Rigid PU Foam, Flexible PU Foam, PU Coatings, PU Adhesives & Sealants, PU Elastomers); By Application; By Country; Segment Forecast, 2024 - 2032
The Asia Pacific polyurethane market size is expected to reach USD 59.45 Billion by 2032, according to a new study by Polaris Market Research. The report “Asia Pacific Polyurethane Market Share, Size, Trends, Industry Analysis Report, By Product (Rigid PU Foam, Flexible PU Foam, PU Coatings, PU Adhesives & Sealants, PU Elastomers); By Application; By Country; Segment Forecast, 2024- 2032” gives a detailed insight into current market dynamics and provides analysis on future market growth.
The demand for polyurethane in the Asia Pacific region is substantial and dominates the global market. This is due to the increasing need for rigid PU foam, flexible PU foam, and PU adhesives and sealants, especially in countries such as India, China, Japan, Australia, and Indonesia. The polyurethane market in this region is further driven by the growth of the construction sector in the region has led to a high demand for insulation materials, adhesives, and sealants made from polyurethane. Additionally, the automotive industry in the Asia Pacific region is a significant consumer of polyurethane products, especially in car seats, dashboards, and other interior components. The increase in vehicle production and sales in countries like India, China, and Thailand has further boosted the demand for polyurethane.
However, the profitability of manufacturers is affected by the volatility of raw material prices, which is a hindrance to the market. Furthermore, certain chemicals used in polyurethane products are subject to strict regulations in countries such as India, Australia, and New Zealand, limiting the market's expansion.
Polyurethane manufacturers in the Asia Pacific region are actively involved in various initiatives such as research and development, expansion, and collaborations to enhance their market share and sales revenue. These manufacturers are making significant investments in research and development to introduce novel and innovative products that can satisfy the rising demand from different end-use industries. Additionally, they are concentrating on expanding their production capabilities and building new factories in emerging markets to address the growing demand.
Asia Pacific Polyurethane Market Report Highlights
- The flexible polyurethane (PU) foam segment held the dominating revenue share in the region in 2023. This is attributed to the vast applications of PU foam in industries such as automotive, furniture and bedding, and packaging.
- In 2023, the Asia Pacific region witnessed the construction industry as the foremost application area for polyurethane due to the growing need for polyurethane materials in multiple construction applications, such as insulation, sealants, adhesives, and coatings.
- India is expected to witness a considerable CAGR in the forecast period. This growth is attributed to several factors, such as the rising demand from end-use industries like the construction, automotive, and home furnishing sectors.
- The key market players include BASF SE, Covestro, Eastman Chemical Corporation, INEOS, Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation, LyondellBasell, Mitsui Chemicals Inc., Tosoh Corporation, Dow Inc., The Rampf Holding GmbH, etc.
Polaris Market Research has segmented the Asia Pacific polyurethane market report based on product, application, and country:
Asia Pacific Polyurethane, Product Outlook (Revenue - USD Billion, 2019 - 2032)
- Rigid PU Foam
- Flexible PU Foam
- PU Coatings
- PU Adhesives & Sealants
- PU Elastomers
Asia Pacific Polyurethane, Application Outlook (Revenue - USD Billion, 2019 - 2032)
- Automotive
- Appliances
- Construction
- Electronics
- Furnishing
- Footwear
- Packaging
- Others
Asia Pacific Polyurethane, Country Outlook (Revenue - USD Billion, 2019 - 2032)
- China
- India
- Malaysia
- Japan
- Indonesia
- South Korea
- Australia
- Rest of Asia Pacific