Plastics & Other Polymers

Kent Furst
Kent Furst presented at International Silicone Conference

Kent Furst, Polymers Practice Leader presented “The Global Silicones Market – Key Trends & Forecasts” at the International Silicone Conference, April 10, 2018. This presentation provided data and findings from Freedonia’s most recent industry study on the global silicones market, focusing on major countries and regions such as the US, China, Japan, and Western Europe. Kent has a Polymer Science & Engineering Degree from Case Western Reserve University.

Freedonia industry market research covering Plastic & Other Polymers includes materials such as bioplastics, high performance composites, and silicones, as well as processing topics such as thermoplastic compounding and extruded plastics. Freedonia's industry market research studies on Plastics & Other Polymers include market size, forecasts, product and market segmentations, related economic indicator and regulatory analysis, market share estimates, a discussion of industry structure, and profiles of the leading companies.

The list below is sorted by publication date in reverse chronological order. Please click on the study title to view a table of contents, obtain additional information or to purchase all or portions of the selected study.

Freedonia Studies covering Plastics & Other Polymers

Sort by…

Reverse Order

Focus Report – Get rapid insight

  • Barrier Films Market in the US by Type, Market and Resin

    3513

    This presents historical demand data (2006, 2011, 2016) and forecasts (2021) by barrier film type (oxygen and other gas, moisture, corrosion), market (food packaging, pharmaceutical and medical products, construction, primary metal products, electroni...

    Published Date
    from
    Publication Length
    165 Pages
    Publication Price
    $5,300

    Add to Cart

  • Bioplastics

    2908

    US demand for biodegradable and non-biodegradable bio-based resins is forecast to climb at a 20 percent annual pace through 2016 to 550 million pounds. Polylactic acid will remain the largest bioplastic segment, while bio-based polyethylene and degrad...

    Published Date
    from
    Publication Length
    240 Pages
    Publication Price
    $4,900

    Add to Cart

  • COVID-19 Market Impact Analysis

    FW95079

    The Freedonia Group has a long history of providing thoughtful and timely market analysis to customers in a broad range of industries.

    With the global outbreak of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), the cause of the co...

    Published Date
    from
    Publication Length
    173 Pages
    Publication Price
    $4,900

    Add to Cart

  • Custom Thermoplastic Compounding

    3336

    US demand for custom compounded thermoplastics will rise 3.2 percent annually to 10.6 billion pounds in 2019, valued at nearly $19 billion. The construction market will grow the fastest, nearly twice the pace of the next fastest growing market, wire a...

    Published Date
    from
    Publication Length
    308 Pages
    Publication Price
    $5,300

    Add to Cart

  • Custom Thermoplastic Compounding

    2991

    This study analyzes the US custom compounded thermoplastic industry. It presents historical demand data for the years 2002, 2007 and 2012 with forecasts for 2017 and 2022 by resin (e.g., polyvinyl chloride, engineering thermoplastics, polypropylene, p...

    Published Date
    from
    Publication Length
    285 Pages
    Publication Price
    $5,100

    Add to Cart

  • Engineering Plastics

    3242

    Demand for engineering plastics in the US is expected to rise 2.6 percent per year to 5.1 billion pounds in 2019. Nylon, ABS, and polycarbonate will remain the three largest engineering plastics by volume, with nylon the fastest growing of the three. ...

    Published Date
    from
    Publication Length
    321 Pages
    Publication Price
    $5,300

    Add to Cart

  • Fiber-Reinforced Plastic Composites

    3092

    US demand for fiber-reinforced plastic (FRP) composites will climb 4.7 percent annually to 4.3 billion pounds in 2017, valued at $22.8 billion. Motor vehicles will remain the largest market while construction will grow the fastest as it rebounds from ...

    Published Date
    from
    Publication Length
    317 Pages
    Publication Price
    $5,100

    Add to Cart

  • Fiber-Reinforced Plastic Composites: United States

    FF55051

    This report forecasts to 2023 US fiber-reinforced plastic (FRP) composites demand in pounds. Total demand is segmented by resin in terms of: thermoset and thermoplastic. Total demand is also segmented by market as follows: construction; motor vehicles...

    Published Date
    from
    Publication Length
    35 Pages
    Publication Price
    $750

    Add to Cart

  • Fluoropolymers

    3278

    US demand for fluoropolymers will rise 5.3 percent per year to $2.3 billion in 2019, with volume totaling 180 million pounds. Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) will remain the largest value segment, while polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF) and polyvinyl fluo...

    Published Date
    from
    Publication Length
    258 Pages
    Publication Price
    $5,300

    Add to Cart

  • Fluoropolymers

    2938

    US demand for fluoropolymers is forecast to increase 5.3 percent annually to $2.4 billion in 2016. Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) will remain the largest and most valuable segment, while polyvinyl fluoride (PVF) and polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF) will...

    Published Date
    from
    Publication Length
    249 Pages
    Publication Price
    $4,900

    Add to Cart

  • Footwear: United States

    FF50011

    This report forecasts to 2023 US footwear demand and shipments in nominal US dollars at the manufacturer level. Total demand is segmented by type and upper material in terms of: non-athletic (leather; textile; rubber and plastic; and other materials, ...

    Published Date
    from
    Publication Length
    38 Pages
    Publication Price
    $750

    Add to Cart

  • Global Caps & Closures

    4045

    This study analyzes the global market for caps and closures. The closures included herein are those used on containers intended for disposal after use....

    Published Date
    from
    Publication Length
    339 Pages
    Publication Price
    $6,300

    Add to Cart

  • Global Caps & Closures by Region, Product and Market, 9th Edition

    3538

    This study presents historical demand data (2006, 2011 and 2016) and forecasts for 2021 by region, product (plastic, metal, rubber, and cork), and market (beverages, food, pharmaceuticals, and other). The study also evaluates company market share and ...

    Published Date
    from
    Publication Length
    277 Pages
    Publication Price
    $6,500

    Add to Cart

  • Global Plastic Caps & Closures

    4088

    This study analyzes the global market for plastic caps and closures. The main categories of plastic closures include: threaded closures, unthreaded closures, dispensing closures and child-resistant closures. Historical data (2009, 2014, and 2019) and ...

    Published Date
    from
    Publication Length
    192 Pages
    Publication Price
    $4,900

    Add to Cart

  • Global Plastic Caps & Closures by Product, Market and Region

    3595

    This industry study presents historical demand data (2006, 2011 and 2016) and forecasts for 2021 by region, product (threaded, unthreaded, dispensing, and child resistant), and market (beverages, food, pharmaceuticals, and other). The study also evalu...

    Published Date
    from
    Publication Length
    239 Pages
    Publication Price
    $4,900

    Add to Cart

  • Global Polyolefin Elastomers

    3892

    Historical data (2009, 2014, and 2019) and forecasts for 2024 are presented for global polyolefin elastomer demand in metric tons by product and market on a country-by-country basis. ...

    Published Date
    from
    Publication Length
    113 Pages
    Publication Price
    $3,900

    Add to Cart

  • Global Thermoplastic Elastomers

    3825

    Historical data (2009, 2014, and 2019) and forecasts for 2024 are presented for global thermoplastic elastomer demand in metric tons by product and market on a country-by-country and region-by-region basis. ...

    Published Date
    from
    Publication Length
    309 Pages
    Publication Price
    $6,500

    Add to Cart

  • Global Thermoplastic Elastomers: Adhesives, Sealants, & Coatings

    4022

    This study analyzes the global market for thermoplastic elastomers (TPEs) used in adhesives, sealants, and coatings by region and product. For the purposes of this study, a thermoplastic elastomer is defined as any thermoplastic material that exhibits...

    Published Date
    from
    Publication Length
    120 Pages
    Publication Price
    $3,900

    Add to Cart

  • Global Thermoplastic Elastomers: Consumer Goods Market

    3922

    This study analyzes the global consumer goods markets for thermoplastic elastomers (TPEs) by region and product. For the purposes of this study, a thermoplastic elastomer is defined as any thermoplastic material that exhibits elastomeric properties. H...

    Published Date
    from
    Publication Length
    130 Pages
    Publication Price
    $3,900

    Add to Cart

  • Global Thermoplastic Elastomers: Industrial Markets

    3929

    This study analyzes the global industrial market for thermoplastic elastomers (TPEs) by region and product. For the purposes of this study, a thermoplastic elastomer is defined as any thermoplastic material that exhibits elastomeric properties. Histor...

    Published Date
    from
    Publication Length
    125 Pages
    Publication Price
    $3,900

    Add to Cart

  • Global Thermoplastic Elastomers: Motor Vehicle Market

    3923

    This study analyzes the global motor vehicle market for thermoplastic elastomers (TPEs) by region and product. For the purposes of this study, a thermoplastic elastomer is defined as any thermoplastic material that exhibits elastomeric properties. His...

    Published Date
    from
    Publication Length
    127 Pages
    Publication Price
    $3,900

    Add to Cart

  • Global Thermoplastic Vulcanizates

    3925

    This study covers the global market for thermoplastic vulcanizates (TPVs). Historical data (2009, 2014, and 2019) and forecasts for 2024 and 2029 are presented for global thermoplastic vulcanizate demand in metric tons by product and market on a count...

    Published Date
    from
    Publication Length
    132 Pages
    Publication Price
    $3,900

    Add to Cart

  • High Performance Composites

    3438

    High Performance Composites presents historical demand data for 2005, 2010 and 2015, plus forecasts for 2020 and 2025 by fiber type (carbon fiber, s-glass, aramid, other), market (aerospace, automotive and industrial, energy, defense and safety...

    Published Date
    from
    Publication Length
    180 Pages
    Publication Price
    $4,900

    Add to Cart

  • High Performance Composites

    2905

    US demand for polymer materials containing advanced fiber reinforcements is forecast to rise almost 15 percent per year to $10.2 billion in 2016. Aerospace will remain the dominant and fastest growing market, followed by the energy market. Carbon will...

    Published Date
    from
    Publication Length
    240 Pages
    Publication Price
    $4,900

    Add to Cart

  • High-Temperature Plastics

    3053

    US demand for high-temperature plastics will rise 5.8 percent per year to $3.1 billion in 2017. Advances in the key fluoropolymers segment will trail the average growth rate, but these resins will continue to offer the best opportunities for growth. P...

    Published Date
    from
    Publication Length
    249 Pages
    Publication Price
    $5,100

    Add to Cart

  • Lightweight Automotive Materials in North America

    3153

    North American demand for lightweight automotive materials will rise 5.2 percent annually to 22.3 billion pounds in 2018. Gains will be driven mainly by increasingly strict automobile fuel economy mandates. The dominant metals segment (e.g., aluminum,...

    Published Date
    from
    Publication Length
    375 Pages
    Publication Price
    $5,100

    Add to Cart

  • Liquid Silicone Rubber

    3751

    Historical data for 2008, 2013, and 2018 and forecasts for 2023 are provided for LSR demand in current dollars for each of the markets. Volume data (in pounds) are also provided for total LSR demand....

    Published Date
    from
    Publication Length
    135 Pages
    Publication Price
    $3,900

    Add to Cart

  • Natural Polymers

    3415

    This study analyzes US demand for natural polymers. It presents historical data (2005, 2010, and 2015) and forecasts (2020 and 2025) by market (e.g., food and beverages, medical, oilfield, cosmetics and toiletries, paint and inks, construction, adhesi...

    Published Date
    from
    Publication Length
    288 Pages
    Publication Price
    $5,300

    Add to Cart

  • Natural Polymers

    2963

    This study analyzes the US natural polymer industry. It presents historical demand data for the years 2001, 2006 and 2011, and forecasts for 2016 and 2021 by market (e.g., medical, food and beverages, oilfield, construction, cosmetics and toiletries, ...

    Published Date
    from
    Publication Length
    321 Pages
    Publication Price
    $4,900

    Add to Cart

  • Plastic Foams

    3405

    This study analyzes US demand for plastic foams. It presents historical data (2005, 2010 and 2015) and forecasts (2015 and 2020) by market (e.g., foodservice and consumer disposables, protective packaging, containers, insulation, flooring and carpet b...

    Published Date
    from
    Publication Length
    331 Pages
    Publication Price
    $5,300

    Add to Cart

  • Plastic Foams

    3114

    US demand for plastic foams is forecast to rise 4.1 percent annually to 8.6 billion pounds in 2017, valued at $24.7 billion. Packaging will remain the leading outlet while construction and household products grow the fastest. Polyurethane will remain ...

    Published Date
    from
    Publication Length
    329 Pages
    Publication Price
    $5,100

    Add to Cart

  • Plastic Foams: United States

    FF55013

    This report forecasts to 2022 and 2026 US plastic foam demand in pounds. Total demand is segmented by plastic foam type in terms of: polyurethane foam; polystyrene foam; and other plastic foams such as high-density polyethylene (HDPE), polypropylene, ...

    Published Date
    from
    Publication Length
    35 Pages
    Publication Price
    $750

    Add to Cart

  • Polyethylene: United States

    FF55017

    This report forecasts to 2021 and 2025 US polyethylene resin demand and production in pounds and nominal US dollars at the manufacturer level, and polyethylene prices in US dollars. Total demand, production, and prices are segmented by product in term...

    Published Date
    from
    Publication Length
    41 Pages
    Publication Price
    $750

    Add to Cart

  • Polypropylene: United States

    FF55018

    This report forecasts to 2020 and 2024 US polypropylene resin demand and production in pounds, and demand in nominal US dollars at the manufacturer level. Total demand in pounds is segmented by market in terms of: packaging; consumer and institutional...

    Published Date
    from
    Publication Length
    35 Pages
    Publication Price
    $750

    Add to Cart

  • Polystyrene: United States

    FF55043

    This report forecasts to 2021 and 2025 US polystyrene resin demand and shipments in pounds and demand in nominal US dollars at the producer level. Total demand in pounds is segmented by form in terms of: crystal (solid), rubber-modified, and expanded....

    Published Date
    from
    Publication Length
    44 Pages
    Publication Price
    $750

    Add to Cart

  • Polyurethane: United States

    FF55019

    This report forecasts to 2024 US polyurethane demand in pounds. Total demand is segmented by product in terms of: flexible foam; rigid foam; coatings, adhesives, and sealants; elastomers; and other products such as binders and composites. Total demand...

    Published Date
    from
    Publication Length
    35 Pages
    Publication Price
    $750

    Add to Cart

  • Polyvinyl Chloride: United States

    FF55020

    This report forecasts for 2020 and 2024 US polyvinyl chloride (PVC) resin demand and shipments in pounds and demand in nominal US dollars at the manufacturer level. Total demand in pounds is segmented by market in terms of: building and construction; ...

    Published Date
    from
    Publication Length
    34 Pages
    Publication Price
    $750

    Add to Cart

  • Recycled Plastics

    2961

    US demand for post-consumer recycled plastic will rise 6.5 percent yearly to 3.5 billion pounds in 2016. Bottles will remain the leading source while other types gain market share. LDPE/LLDPE will be the fastest growing recycled resins. Packaging will...

    Published Date
    from
    Publication Length
    236 Pages
    Publication Price
    $5,100

    Add to Cart

  • Rubber: United States

    FF50017

    This report forecasts to 2022 and 2026 US rubber demand and synthetic rubber shipments in nominal US dollars at the manufacturer level. Total demand is segmented by type in terms of: styrene-butadiene rubber (SBR); polybutadiene (BR); natural rubber; ...

    Published Date
    from
    Publication Length
    31 Pages
    Publication Price
    $750

    Add to Cart

  • Silicones

    3391

    US demand for silicones will climb 4.5 percent annually to $4.4 billion in 2020, with volume rising 2.6 percent per year to 908 million pounds. This will be a moderation from the previous 5-year pace. Silicone elastomers and resins will remain the fas...

    Published Date
    from
    Publication Length
    278 Pages
    Publication Price
    $5,300

    Add to Cart