Global Polymer Foam Market Analysis 2015-2018 & and Segment Forecasts 2018-2024

Dublin, Nov. 07, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "Polymer Foam Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report By Type (Polyurethane, Polystyrene, PVC, Phenolic, Polyolefin, Melamine), By Application, By Region, And Segment Forecasts, 2018 - 2024" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

The global polymer foam market size is expected to reach USD 207.9 billion by 2024

It is projected to expand at a 6.6% CAGR over the forecast period. Rising demand from automotive and building and construction industries is likely to drive the market growth. Polymer foams are widely utilized in combination with other materials in various composite constructions, high-resilience foam seating, rigid insulation panels, automotive components, carpet underlays, upholstery stuffing, packaging, and other such applications.

Polymer foam is widely used in building and construction, furniture and bedding, packaging and automotive among other applications. Rigid foams are used primarily as an insulation material in construction and refrigeration applications. This foam is energy-efficient and helps in cutting energy costs. Flexible foams are used mainly as a cushioning material in transportation, furniture, bedding, carpet underlay, and packaging among others.

Rising focus on development of biodegradable foams owing to stringent environmental regulations across the globe has opened new market opportunities for manufacturers. Manufacturing cost of these biodegradable foams is still higher than petroleum-based chemicals. Therefore, it will take a couple of years for manufacturers to completely adopt this variant.

The polymer foam market is segmented on the basis of type into polyurethane (PU) foam, polystyrene foam, polyvinyl chloride (PVC) foam, phenolic foam,polyolefin foam, melamine foam, and others. Polyurethane foam was the largest segment and accounted for 22.9% of the global volume. High consumer demand for comfortable mattresses, pillows, upholstery, and other furniture in an increasingly image-conscious market has influenced buying patterns and is expected to be a key growth driver.

Further key findings from the report suggest:

• The global polymer foams market demand was pegged at 21,975.0 kilo tons in 2015
• Polyurethane foam will be the largest segment by type owing to wide range of applications and superior properties such as high strength, low density, energy dissipation, weight-reduction, buoyancy, and insulation
• Building and construction was the largest application segment in 2015 and accounted for 32.7% of global market volume
• Asia Pacific is estimated to witness highest growth over the forecast period on account of increasing demand from manufacturing sector in countries including India, China, and Malaysia
• Huge investments made in the last few years by key companies, such as BASF SE (Germany), Bayer Material Science (U.S.), and The Dow Chemical Company (U.S.), to meet rising demand for polyurethane foams arising from growing global furniture and construction industries
• Key players include BASF SE, Woodbridge Foam Corporation, Sekisui Alveo AG, Sealed Air Corporation, Zotefoams PL, Ineos Styrenics International SA, and Recticel Group

Key Topics Covered:

Chapter 1. Methodology and Scope
1.1. Research Methodology
1.2. Research Scope & Assumptions
1.3. List of Data Sources

Chapter 2. Executive Summary
2.1. Polymer foam market - Industry summary and key buying criteria

Chapter 3. Polymer Foam Industry Outlook
3.1. Polymer foam market segmentation
3.2. Polymer foam market size and growth prospects, 2013 - 2024
3.3. Polymer foam market value chain analysis
3.3.1. Vendor landscape
3.4. Raw material outlook
3.5. Technology overview
3.6. Regulatory framework
3.7. Polymer foam market dynamics
3.7.1. Market driver analysis
3.7.1.1. Growing demand from automotive industry
3.7.1.2. Growth of construction industry in emerging economies
3.7.2. Market restraint analysis
3.7.2.1. Volatile raw material prices
3.8. Polymer foam market key opportunities prioritized
3.9. Polymer foam market Porter's analysis
3.10. Polymer foam market PESTEL analysis

Chapter 4. Polymer Foam Market: Type Estimates & Trends Analysis
4.1. Global polymer foam market share by application, 2015 & 2024
4.2. Polyurethane Foam
4.3. Polystyrene Foam
4.4. PVC Foam
4.5. Phenolic Foam
4.6. Polyolefin Foam
4.7. Melamine Foam
4.8. Others

Chapter 5. Polymer Foam Market: Application Estimates & Trends Analysis
5.1. Global polymer foam market share by application, 2015 & 2024
5.2. Packaging
5.3. Building & Construction
5.4. Furniture & Bedding
5.5. Automotive
5.6. Others

Chapter 6. Polymer Foam Market: Regional Estimates & Trends Analysis
6.1. Global polymer foam market share by region, 2015 & 2024

Chapter 7. Competitive Landscape

• BASF SE
• Woodbridge Foam Corporation
• Arkema
• Sekisui Alveo AG
• Sealed Air Corporation
• Zotefoams PLC
• Synthos S.A.
• Ineos Styrenics International Sa
• Foam Partner Group
• Recticel Group.
• Rogers Corporation
• Armacell International S.A.
• The DOW Chemical Company
• Borealis AG
• JSP Corporation

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