Plastics & Composites

This study analyzes the global polyols market for non-foam applications. The analysis includes the polyols used in coatings, adhesives and sealants, elastomers (CASE), and binder applications. Flexible and rigid foam applications that are important applications for polyols are excluded. This research service covers four regions, namely, North Ameri...

Rigid plastics are well suited for packaging: they are lightweight, break- and shatter-proof, and easy on the pocket. They are used to make caps, closures, cups, and bottles, and other packaging items. Increasing demand from end-use industries such food and beverage and pharmaceuticals, consumer preferences for convenience, and new product and tech...

11 Dec 2019  |  South Asia, Middle East & North Africa

Analysis of Polyethylene Market in Nigeria, Forecast to 2023

Market Stability Driven by Economic Recovery, Expansion of Virgin Polymer Capacity, and Growth in End-use Industries; Focus on Environment-friendly and Sustainable Product Offerings

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In this analysis, the Nigerian PE market is bifurcated by analyzing the supply-side and demand-side dynamics. From a supply standpoint, the local PE manufacturing industry is consolidated with one PE manufacturer. The local PE manufacturer, IEPL, supplies 47Percentage of local demand, and the remaining 53Percentage is supplied through imports. Ho...

08 Nov 2019  |  Global

Analysis of the Global Flexible Plastic Packaging Market, Forecast to 2023

Innovation in Developing Sustainable and Recyclable Flexible Solutions Will Drive Market Growth

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Plastics have been a part of packaging industry for long. Features including light weight, low cost, durability, easy to handle, and intrinsic properties such as chemical and moisture resistance are the factors that makes plastic the go-to packaging material in most cases. Recently the market has witnessed a shift towards the use of flexible plasti...

Leading participants in the global bioplastics market are developing high-performance and sustainable products from bio-based derivatives. As more and more companies focus on reducing their dependence on crude oil and reducing the amount of waste in landfills and oceans, end-user industries are seeking cost-effective bio-based alternatives for pack...

Plasticized PVC accounts for nearly a third (around 14 million tonnes) of the total global PVC resin consumption and is among the most versatile, cost-effective, durable, and pliable plastics. It continues to be a material of choice for a wide range of applications including flooring, wall coverings, films, sheets, and artificial leather used acros...

30 May 2019  |  Global

How Sustainability Trends are Affecting the Global Plastics Industry, 2017–2026

Manufacturers are Under Pressure to Create a Circular Economy for All Plastics and Use Alternative Materials Whenever Possible

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People are becoming more aware of plastic pollution, and consumers and manufacturers are seeking ways to reduce their contribution to the problem. Using less plastic, improving recycling rates, using more biodegradable plastics, and moving toward a circular economy for plastics are all potential solutions. The goal of this report is to present in g...

Ever-evolving consumer preferences, growing urbanization and rising disposable incomes, rapid technological advancements, and the proliferation of affordable Internet connectivity, among other factors collectively entails a dynamic period for the global consumer electronics market, composed primarily of devices such as televisions, computing device...

17 Dec 2018  |  Global

Analysis of Plastics and Polymers Used in the Global Consumer Goods Market, Forecast to 2024

Increasing Urbanization, Household Income, and Evolving Consumer Preferences to Augur Well for a Growth in Demand

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The term ‘consumer goods’ encompasses a gamut of products, ranging from housewares to footwear to electrical appliances. Manufacturing of such a wide range of products developed on the basis of varying consumer needs across the globe entails the use of numerous materials, including a variety of plastics and polymers. Growing demand for consumer...