Bioplastics are a type of plastic manufactured from biomass sources such as vegetable oils and certain starches and are also called biobased plastic or biodegradable plastic. They are commonly used for insulation, as a packaging material, and in crockery and food packaging. Since bioplastics are plant based products, the consumption of petroleum for the production of plastic is expected to decrease by 10-15 percent by 2018. The bioplastic industry has high potential for growth if the focus is not just the replacement of current plastic applications but innovation of newer properties and newer applications as well.  Starch-based and PLA-based bioplastic...

Increasing need for medical devices with high shelf life, increasing export and import of medical devices, increasing demand for sterilized and disposable devices are some of the factors driving the sales of medical plastics market. Increasing demand for cost effective, light weight, the increasing use of prosthetics and the increasing use of non magnetic equipments around heavily magnetized medical equipments such as an MRI, are other factors serving as market drivers for the medical plastics market.  The rising economies in the Asia Pacific region, the rising demand for high technology medical devices will act as opportunities for the medical plastics market.  Formation of organizations like HPRC (Healthcare Plastics Recycling Cou...

Under the influence of environmental pollution, severe waste of resources and other factors, biodegradable plastics industry has been a great concern over recent years. Global biodegradable plastics capacity in 2012 exceeded one million tons. However, affected by product performance, exorbitant prices, etc., the actual demand for biodegradable plastics around the world is only 760,000 tons or so, less than 1% of the overall plastics market demand, revealing a huge market space for biodegradable plastics industry. Currently, starch-based plastics, polylactic acid (PLA) and polybutylene succinate (PBS) plastics as the world’s three major types of biodegradable plastics occupy about 90% of the total capacity. The first developed starch-based ...

This report by Transparency Market Research analyzes the automotive plastics market from a global perspective and endeavors to portray a detailed and comprehensive collection of data and its analysis on the basis of various market parameters. The report also strives to compile together a macro-view of the complete demand and supply characteristics of automotive plastics by providing historical data from 2009 and a forecast of market segmentation until 2018 along with detailed analyses of revenues and volumes. Plastics find major applications in electrical components and interior and ...

Research and Development Prospect of China's Engineering Plastics Industry, 2013-2017" which mainly analyzes the market scale, competition, import, business performance of major enterprises, as well as the forecast of the industry development, which can provide enterprises and investors with decision-making reference. In recent years, engineering plastic has become the fastest-growing type in the plastics industry; the domestic annual consumption volume growth has reached more than 20%. With the sustained economic development, the engineering plastics are widely used in electrical and electronic, automobile, construction, office facilities and other industries; "plastics instead of steel" and "plastics instead of wood" have become t...

Molded plastics have different segments such as Molded LDPE, Molded Polystyrene, Molded PVC, Molded Polypropylene Molded HDPE and Molded LLDPE. Molded HDPE resins represent the largest product segment in the molded plastics market fueled by its application in industrial packaging, while Molded LLDPE will see the fastest growth in molded plastics.  During the economic recession period of 2008 – 2010, the molded plastics market declined due to decrease in plastic consumption. This market saw a comeback due to the subsequent economic revival, recovery in GDP, rise in spending power and discretionary incomes, industrialization and demand from end – users in packaging, construction and the rebound in manufacturing activi...

China daily plastics manufacturing industry, 2013 is valuable for anyone who wants to invest in the daily plastics manufacturing industry, to get Chinese investments; to import into China or export from China, to build factories and take advantage of lower costs in China, to partner with one of the key Chinese corporations, to get market shares as China is boosting its domestic needs; to forecast the future of the world economy as China is leading the way; or to compete in the segment. The report provides the whole set of the industry data, in-depth analysis and detailed insight into the daily plastics manufacturing industry, market drivers, key enterprises and their strategies, as well as technologies and investment status, risks and trends. ...

China plastics processing equipment manufacturing industry, 2013 is valuable for anyone who wants to invest in the plastics processing equipment manufacturing industry, to get Chinese investments; to import into China or export from China, to build factories and take advantage of lower costs in China, to partner with one of the key Chinese corporations, to get market shares as China is boosting its domestic needs; to forecast the future of the world economy as China is leading the way; or to compete in the segment. The report provides the whole set of the industry data, in-depth analysis and detailed insight into the plastics processing equipment manufacturing industry, market drivers, key enterprises and their strategies, as well as technologies and investment statu...

TechNavio's analysts forecast the Global Engineering Plastics market to reach US$69.12 billion by 2016. One of the key factors contributing to this market growth is the increasing demand for lightweight products. The Global Engineering Plastics market has also been witnessing an increasing number of mergers and acquisitions. However, the need to comply with government regulations and guidelines could pose a challenge to the growth of this market. TechNavio's report, the Global Engineering Plastics Market 2012-2016, has been prepared based on an in-depth analysis of the market with inputs from industry experts. The report covers the Americas, and the EMEA and APAC regions; it also covers the Global Engineering Plastics market landscape and its growth prospec...

In this report NanoMarkets analyzes and quantifies the business opportunities available for Bio plastics in the polymer industry and along with it, discuss their applications. We also discuss the major players in the Bio plastic space and also identify the latest trends in Bio plastics. Apart from sharing the market share region wise, we have highlighted the market share based on the major types of Bio plastics. The focal point is on the following resin chemistries; Polylactic acid (PLA) Thermoplastic starch Bio-polyamides Poly hydroxyalkanoates (PHA) Cellulose Bio-polyethylene Bio-polyethylene terephthalate (PET) 

Global Market Watch: The plastics market is expected to reach 508.6 million tons by 2016 primarily supported by the segments (rigid/flexible plastics), resins (thermoplastics/thermoset) and end-users food & beverage packaging, building & construction plastics, healthcare and etc. Rigid plastics market is expected to reach 284.8 million tons by 2016, by the support of emerging countries across world. Globally, Polyethylene (PE) and Polypropylene (PP) together account for approximately 46% of the market are expected to support the plastics industry going forward. Geographical analysis shows that the highest Compounded Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 9% is anticipated from Asia-Pacific region during the analysis period, 2011-2016. The...

Global Market Watch: The rigid plastics market is expected toreach US$272.9 billion worth by 2016 primarily supported by the segments: types - caps & closures and pails and resins – Polyethylene Tetraphthalate (PET) and Poly Vinyl Chloride (PVC). Globally, Polyethylene (PE) and Polypropylene (PP) together account for approximately 46% of the market are expected tsupport the plastics industry going forward.Geographical analysis shows that the highest Compounded Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 9% is anticipated from Asia-Pacific region during the analysis period 2011-2016. The Americas follows Asia-Pacific with a CAGR of 8.4% while Europe forecasts tdrive with a growth rate of 4.9%. Along with the market value analytics, volume bas...

Report Focus: The ‘Flexible Plastics - A Global Market Watch, 2011 - 2016’ reviews the latest trends in plastics industry with a perceptive tidentify the near-future growth prospects. The plastics industry is a fragmented market with multiple market participants, opens up numerous investment opportunities. The major investment focus is packaging business. An in-depth analysis across the geographic regions provides strategic business intelligence for the industry investments. The study offers profitable investment strategies for R&D organizations, plastic manufacturing units, distributors, Contract Research Organizations (CROs) and many more in preferred locations. The report primarily focuses on: ...

Global Market Watch: The thermoplastics market is expected treach 410.3 million tons by 2016 primarily supported by the segments polyethylene (PE), polypropylene (PP), polyethylene terephthalate (PET), polyvinyl chloride (PVC), polystyrene (PS) and engineering thermoplastics with their end-users food & beverage packaging, building & construction, automotive, consumer products and etc. polyethylene (PE) market is expected treach 105.2 million tons by 2016, backed up with their end-use segments in emerging countries across world. Globally, polypropylene (PP) and polyethylene terephthalate (PET) together account for approximately 38% of the market are expected tsupport the thermoplastics industry going forward. Geo...

Global Market Watch: Global Bioplastics market is expected treach US$7.7 billion by 2016 at a Compounded Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 24.3%, globally. Region-wise analysis shows that Asia-Pacific is forecasted trecord the highest growth rate of 25.7% during the analysis period 2011-2016. The Americas follows Asia-Pacific with a CAGR of 25.2%. Europe forecasts tdrive with a growth rate of 23.5%. Volume based studies reveal that Europe is expected tovercome Asia-Pacific region in terms of the growth rate. Poly esters and Poly olefins are expected tdrive the growth. Among the end-users, electronic and electrical industries are expected thave a better support over packaging industry.

Global Market Watch: Global Food and Beverages Plastics is expected treach US$71.5 billion by 2016, primarily supported by the end-user – Fruit and Vegetables, Dairy, Bakery and Bottles/Containers. Globally, Fruit and Vegetables and Bottles/Containers together account for approximately 40% of the market are expected tsupport the Food and Beverages plastics industry going forward. Geographical analysis for Food and Beverages Plastics market shows that the highest Compounded Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 8.1% is anticipated from Asia-Pacific region during the analysis period 2011-2016. The Americas follows Asia-Pacific with a CAGR of 7.5%, while the Europe forecasts tdrive with a growth rate of 4.1%. Re...

Global Market Watch: With a CAGR of 7.0%, global market value for plastics in building & construction application market is anticipated to be worth US$45.6 billion by 2016. On a global scale, Europe accounts for more than 30% of the market. While US accounts for the largest share of the global market value on a country basis, India and Japan surpasses the US in terms of growth rate anticipated in the near future and leads the world. Among the end-use segments in building & construction plastics, Insulation market is expected to reach US$13.3 billion. Pipes & Ducts occupy for 36% the entire market as the largest share, driving a CAGR of 6.6% during the analysis period, 2011-2016. Doors & Fittings sees as the fastest growi...

Global Market Watch: Global market for plastics in healthcare and diagnostics application sector forecasts to reach at US$34.9 billion, growing at a Compounded Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 7.2% during the analysis period 2011-2016. Europe accounts for nearly 35% of the global market value, while the Americas are not far behind to dominate Europe as the largest share for the analysis period 2011-2016, respectively. Asia-Pacific is the fastest growing region with a CAGR of 8.9% driving a market share of 27.8% by 2016. On a global scale, Medical Instruments accounts for approximately 43% while Pharmaceutical packaging and Medical Supplies/Accessories claim second and third largest portions, respectively. Repo...

Global Market Watch: The Personal Care Plastics market is expected to reach US$13.5 billion by 2016 primarily supported by the application sub sectors: Skin Care and Hair Care. Globally, Rigid and Flexible plastics together support the Personal Care plastics industry going forward. Geographical analysis shows that the highest Compounded Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 9.6% is anticipated from Asia-Pacific region during the analysis period, 2011-2016. The Americas follows Asia-Pacific with a CAGR of 8.6%, while Europe forecasts to drive with a growth rate of 5.2%. Report Focus: The ‘Personal Care Plastics - A Global Market ...

Global Market Watch: Primarily supported by application sector Kitchen Ware, Cleaner & Chemicals, Pet Care and Furnishing; global the Household plastics twitness a value of US$15.3 billion by 2016. Geographical analysis shows the highest Compounded Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 10.3% is foreseen from Asia-Pacific region during the analysis period, 2011-2016. The Americas is not way behind with a CAGR of 9.6% followed by Rest of World at 6.6%, respectively. Among the application segments, Kitchen Ware and Cleaners & Chemicals accounts for nearly 52% of the overall market; Lawn & Garden and Pet Care stands at third and fourth positions, globally. Report Fo...

Global Market Watch: The Automotive Plastics industry market is projected treach US$18.9 billion by 2016, primarily supported by the end-users: Interiors & Exteriors Furnishing, Electrical Components, Powertrains and Under Hood Engine. Globally, Interiors & Exteriors, Electrical Components together account for approximately 64% of the market share are expected tsupport the Automotive Plastics Industry going forward. Geographical analysis of Automotive Plastics shows that the fastest Compounded Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 10% is anticipated from Asia-Pacific region during the analysis period, 2011-2016. The Americas follows Asia-Pacific with a CAGR of 9.4% while the Europe forecasts tdrive with a growth rate of 5.9%, ...

Global Market Watch: Primarily supported by product application; Kitchen Machinery, Audiovisual Equipment and Domestic Machinery the Electronic Plastics market is projected to reach at a value of US$20.9 billion by 2016. Geographical analysis shows the highest Compounded Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 10.6% is foreseen from Asia-Pacific region during the analysis period, 2011-2016. The Americas is not way behind with a CAGR of 10.3% followed by Rest of World at 7.1%. Among the product type application, Kitchen Machinery accounts for nearly 38.7% (2011) of the overall market; Domestic Machinery and Audiovisual Equipment stand at second and third positions respectively. Audiovisual Equipment stands at the fastest growing end-user with a CAG...

Global Market Watch: Primarily supported by application sub sectors; Protection Devices, Electric Wires and Cables and Power Capacitors the Electrical Plastics market twitness a value of US$27.2 billion by 2016. Geographical analysis shows the highest Compounded Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 9.6% is foreseen from Asia-Pacific region during the analysis period 2011-2016. The Americas is not way behind with a CAGR of 9.0%, followed by Rest of World at 6.0%. Among the application sector, Protection Devices accounts for nearly 30.2% of the overall market share; Electric Wires & Cables and High/Low-Voltage Electric Equipment’s stand at second and third positions respectively. Power Capacitors market is observed tdrive as the fastest...

Global Market Watch: With a CAGR of 6.8%, global market value for plastics in Industrial application sector is anticipated tbe worth US$11.1 billion by 2015. On a global scale, Europe accounts for more than 30% of the market. While US accounts for the largest share of the global market value on a country basis, India and Japan surpasses the US in terms of growth rate anticipated in the near future and leads the world. Among the end-use segments, Plasticizers account for the largest share of the entire market, driving a CAGR of 6.2%, during the analysis period 2011-2016. Lubricants see as the fastest growing end-user with a forecast CAGR of approximately 8.1% by 2016, respectively. Report Focus:

This report is an effort to identify factors, which will be the driving force behind the injection molded plastics market and sub-markets in the next few years. The report provides extensive analysis of the industry, current market trends, industry drivers and challenges for better understanding of the market structure. The report has segregated the injection molded plastics industry in terms of application and geography. We have used a combination of primary and secondary research to arrive at the market estimates, market shares and trends. We have adopted bottom up model to derive market size of the global injection molded plastics market and further validated numbers with the key market participants and C-level executives.  ...

This report is an effort to identify factors, which will be the driving force behind the synthetic & bio-based biodegradable market and sub-markets in the next six years. The report provides extensive analysis of the industry, current market trends, industry drivers and challenges for better understanding of the market structure. The report has segregated the synthetic and bio-based biodegradable industry in terms of types, application and geography. We have used a combination of primary and secondary research to arrive at the market estimates, market shares and trends.  We have adopted bottom up model to derive mar...

China's demand for reinforced plastics has grown at a fast pace in the past decade. In the next five years, both production and demand will continue to grow. This new study examines China's economic trends, investment environment, industry development, supply and demand, industry capacity, industry structure, marketing channels and major industry participants. Historical data (2001, 2006 and 2011) and long-term forecasts through 2016 and 2021 are presented. Major producers in China are profiled.

Engineering plastics are a group of high polymer materials that can be used as structural stuff, can endure the mechanical stress in a wider range of temperatures, and can be applied against relatively harsh physical and chemical environment. In 2011, the global demand for engineering plastics approximated 9.5 million tons. Fueled by the development of automobile and electronic & electrical sectors, the demand for engineering plastics is expected to maintain a growth rate of around 5%, and promisingly, it will rise to 11.46 million tons or so in 2015. The production and consumption of engineering plastics are mainl...

China's demand for plastics markets has grown at a fast pace in the past decade. In the next five years, both production and demand will continue to grow. This is a collection of 8 full market research reports on engineered plastics, water soluble polymers, foamed plastics, reinforced plastics, degradable plastics, plastic compounding, injection molded plastics, and phenolic molding compounds. These new studies examine China's economic trends, investment environment, industry development, supply and demand, industry capacity, industry structure, marketing channels and major industry participants. Historical data (2001, 2006 and 2011) and long-term forecasts through 2016 and 2021 are presented. Major producers in China are profiled.

TechNavios analysts forecast the Global Automotive Plastics market for Passenger Vehicles to reach US$38.7 billion by 2015. One of the key factors contributing to this market growth is the government initiatives favoring green vehicles. The Global Automotive Plastics market for Passenger Vehicles has also been witnessing emerging demand for electric vehicles. However, recycling of automotive plastic parts poses the biggest challenge in the Global Automotive Plastics market for Passenger Vehicles. TechNavios report, the Global Automotive Plastics Market for Passenger Vehicles 20112015, has been prepared based on an in-depth analysis of the market with inputs from industry experts. The report covers the APAC and Europe regions; it also the Global ...

As the new materials with good performance made by adding modifying agents to plastics, modified plastics have been increasingly applied in automotive, home appliance and other industries. Chinas output of modified plastics increased from 320,000 tons in 2000 to 5.84 million tons in 2009, and is expected to hit 8.53 million tons in 2012. The report centers on the supply & demand, competition pattern of China modified plastics market, and highlights the market scale and current competition in four market segments including home appliance modified plastics, automotive modified plastics, energy-saving lamp modified plastics and wire & cable modified plastics. In addition, the report analyzes the operation of 18 modified plastics enterprises including Kingfa Sci. & T...

GlobalData, the industry analysis specialist, has released its latest research, Plastics Industry in the Middle East Increased Focus on Downstream Petrochemicals to Drive the Sector. The study, which is an offering from the companys Petrochemical Research Group, provides an in-depth analysis of the Middle East plastics industry. It explains the reasons which led to the economic diversification of the Middle East countries and explains the benefits to the plastics industry from diversification. It gives the share of oil sector in the respective GDPs and analyzes the strategies adopted by the Middle East petrochemicals industry to achieve growth in downstream plastic resins production. The study also discusses the trade pattern of the Middle East for the down...

A diverse range of markets are being impacted by nanomaterials incorporated into plastics and polymers such as aerospace and aviation, automotive, food, pharmaceutical and electronics packaging, electrical and electronic goods, and sporting goods. Nanomaterials finding application in these markets include nanoclays, carbon nanotubes, metal nanoparticles, nanofibers, fullerenes and POSS, and more recently graphene and nanocellulose.  WHAT DOES THE REPORT INCLUDE? Comprehensive quantitative data and forecasts for the market to 201...

TechNavios analysts forecast the Global Bioplastics market to grow at a CAGR of 33.9 percent over the period 20112015. One of the key factors contributing to this market growth is the growing need to clear non-biodegradable plastic waste. The Global Bioplastics market has also been witnessing increased usage in the packaging and consumer goods industry. However, the likelihood of the emergence of a global food crisis could pose a challenge to the growth of this market. TechNavios report, the Global Bioplastics Market 20112015, has been prepared based on an in-depth analysis of the market with inputs from industry experts. The report covers the Americas, and the EMEA and APAC regions; it also covers the Global Bioplastics market landscape and its growth pros...

China's demand for construction plastics has grown at a fast pace in the past decade. In the next five years, both production and demand will continue to grow. This new study examines China's economic trends, investment environment, industry development, supply and demand, industry capacity, industry structure, marketing channels and major industry participants. Historical data (2001, 2006 and 2011) and long-term forecasts through 2016 and 2021 are presented. Major producers in China are profiled.

China daily plastics manufacturing Industry, 2011" is valuable for anyone who wants to invest in the daily plastics manufacturing industry, to get Chinese investments; to import into China or export from China, to build factories and take advantage of lower costs in China, to partner with one of the key Chinese corporations, to get market shares as China is boosting its domestic needs; to forecast the future of the world economy as China is leading the way; or to compete in the segment. The report provides in-depth analysis and detailed insight into the daily plastics manufacturing industry, market drivers, key enterprises and their strategies, as well as technologies and investment status, risks and trends.Data sources: Governmental ...

China plastics processing equipment manufacturing Industry, 2011" is valuable for anyone who wants to invest in the plastics processing equipment manufacturing industry, to get Chinese investments; to import into China or export from China, to build factories and take advantage of lower costs in China, to partner with one of the key Chinese corporations, to get market shares as China is boosting its domestic needs; to forecast the future of the world economy as China is leading the way; or to compete in the segment. The report provides in-depth analysis and detailed insight into the plastics processing equipment manufacturing industry, market drivers, key enterprises and their strategies, as well as technologies and investment status, risks and t...

China daily plastics manufacturing industry, 2012 is valuable for anyone who wants to invest in the daily plastics manufacturing industry, to get Chinese investments; to import into China or export from China, to build factories and take advantage of lower costs in China, to partner with one of the key Chinese corporations, to get market shares as China is boosting its domestic needs; to forecast the future of the world economy as China is leading the way; or to compete in the segment. The report provides in-depth analysis and detailed insight into the daily plastics manufacturing industry, market drivers, key enterprises and their strategies, as well as technologies and investment status, risks and trends.Data sources: Governmental statistics organizations, mark...

China plastics processing equipment manufacturing industry, 2012 is valuable for anyone who wants to invest in the plastics processing equipment manufacturing industry, to get Chinese investments; to import into China or export from China, to build factories and take advantage of lower costs in China, to partner with one of the key Chinese corporations, to get market shares as China is boosting its domestic needs; to forecast the future of the world economy as China is leading the way; or to compete in the segment. The report provides in-depth analysis and detailed insight into the plastics processing equipment manufacturing industry, market drivers, key enterprises and their strategies, as well as technologies and investment status, risks and trends.Data sources...

Technavios analysts forecast the Global Bioplastics market to grow at a CAGR of 32 percent over the period 20102014. One of the key factors contributing to this market growth is the favorable policies adopted by the governments across the globe. The Global Bioplastics market has also been witnessing an emergence of algae-based bioplastics. However, the negative effects on the global food supply could pose a challenge to the growth of this market. Key vendors dominating this market include Natureworks LLC, Novamont SpA, ADM/Metabolix, Toyota Motor Corp., and BASF.Technavios Global Bioplastics Market 20102014 report has been prepared based on an in-depth analysis of the market with inputs from industry experts. The report, which covers the America...

China's demand for automotive plastics has grown at a fast pace in the past decade. In the next five years, both production and demand will continue to grow. This new study examines China's economic trends, investment environment, industry development, supply and demand, industry capacity, industry structure, marketing channels and major industry participants. Historical data (2000, 2005 and 2010) and long-term forecasts through 2015 and 2020 are presented. Major producers in China are profiled.

China's demand for medical plastics has grown at a fast pace in the past decade. In the next five years, both production and demand will continue to grow. This new study examines China's economic trends, investment environment, industry development, supply and demand, industry capacity, industry structure, marketing channels and major industry participants. Historical data (2000, 2005 and 2010) and long-term forecasts through 2015 and 2020 are presented. Major producers in China are profiled.

China's demand for degradable plastics has grown at a fast pace in the past decade. In the next five years, both production and demand will continue to grow. This new study examines China's economic trends, investment environment, industry development, supply and demand, industry capacity, industry structure, marketing channels and major industry participants. Historical data (2000, 2005 and 2010) and long-term forecasts through 2015 and 2020 are presented. Major producers in China are profiled.

China's demand for engineered plastics has grown at a fast pace in the past decade. In the next five years, both production and demand will continue to grow. This new study examines China's economic trends, investment environment, industry development, supply and demand, industry capacity, industry structure, marketing channels and major industry participants. Historical data (2000, 2005 and 2010) and long-term forecasts through 2015 and 2020 are presented. Major producers in China are profiled.

Modified plastics are a kind of new materials with good performance made by adding various modifiers to plastics. Modified plastics have been increasingly applied to the automotive, home appliance and other industries, have huge market potential, and are becoming the new driving force for the sustainable development of the plastics industry. Chinas demand for modified plastics exceeded 5 million tons in 2010, and is expected to grow at an annual growth rate of 10% in the next 5-10 years and reach 10.4 million tons in 2015.In terms of the competition pattern, foreign-funded enterprises occupy 75% of the Chinese modified plastics market, and have apparent advantages in R & D of high-end specialty modified plastics. There are more than 3,000 local modified plastics enterpri...

Engineering plastics refer to those materials that can be used as structural stuff, can endure the mechanical stress in a wider range of temperatures, and can be applied against relatively harsh physical and chemical environment. In 2008, the world’s demand for engineering plastics reached 8.89 million tons, but it fell to some extent in 2009 due to the global economic recession; fueled by the recovering demand of automobile and electronic & electrical products in 2010, the demand for engineering plastics registered 8.79 million tons, close to that in 2008, and promisingly, it will rise 30% from 2010 to 11.43 million tons in 2015. The consumption of engineering plastics is centralized in developed countries and regions which characterize comparatively high ma...

GBI Researchs report, Plastic Additives Global Market to 2015 Increasing Plastics Demand Supported by Recovering Global Economy Driving the Market is an in-depth report on the global plastic additives market. The report divides the plastic additives market into four segments plasticizers, property modifiers, property extenders and processing aids, and discusses each of these segments on a global level and for major regions of the world. The research presents detailed analysis and forecasts of the major economic and market trends affecting the plastic additives market in the major regions of the world. The report contains global demand analysis and forecasts, drivers and restraints and revenue analysis and forecasts. It includes demand analysis and forecasts and revenue analysis an...

The implementation of low-carbon environmental protection initiatives has promoted the application of biodegradable plastics and boosted the emergence of biodegradable plastics industry. Starch-based plastic, PLA and PHA, accounting for 90% of the global consumption of biodegradable plastics in 2009, saw their capacity grow rapidly from 306,000 tons in 2007 to 695,000 tons in 2009, with an annual compound growth rate of 50.7%. However, biodegradable plastics only accounted for less than 1% of the global demand for plastics in 2009. Considering the unstoppable trend of biodegradable plastics replacing traditional plastics, the biodegradable plastics industry has huge market potential.Following the global trend, China’s biodegradable plastics industry has developed...

IRL is pleased to announce the publication of a new edition of its title for the coatings industry in The European Market for Coatings for Plastics. This title brings an up-to-date and comprehensive overview of the coatings for plastics sector, now covering some of the markets in Eastern Europe. This is an industry which can be characterised as being split into automotive and non-automotive sectors has which has had to recover from the economic crisis which dramatically affected the automotive industry, as well as other areas of coated plastic usage such as the construction industry. Still an area of application ripe for technical development, the Western Europe market was placed at more than 140,000 tonnes in 200...

China's demand for Injection Molded Plastics has grown at a fast pace in the past decade. In the next five years, both production and demand will continue to grow. This new study examines China's economic trends, investment environment, industry development, supply and demand, industry capacity, industry structure, marketing channels and major industry participants. Historical data (1999, 2004 and 2009) and long-term forecasts through 2014 and 2019 are presented. Major producers in China are profiled.

China's demand for Foamed Plastics has grown at a fast pace in the past decade. In the next five years, both production and demand will continue to grow. This new study examines China's economic trends, investment environment, industry development, supply and demand, industry capacity, industry structure, marketing channels and major industry participants. Historical data (1998, 2003 and 2008) and long-term forecasts throught 2013 and 2018 are presented. Major producers in China are profiled.

China's demand for Plastics has grown at a fast pace in the past decade. In the next five years, both production and demand will continue to grow. This new study examines China's economic trends, investment environment, industry development, supply and demand, industry capacity, industry structure, marketing channels and major industry participants. Historical data (1998, 2003 and 2008) and long-term forecasts throught 2013 and 2018 are presented. Major producers in China are profiled.