Automotive Foam Market Size
| Study Period | 2019 - 2029 |
| Market Size (2024) | USD 11.44 Billion |
| Market Size (2029) | USD 14.74 Billion |
| CAGR (2024 - 2029) | 5.18 % |
| Fastest Growing Market | Asia Pacific |
| Largest Market | Asia Pacific |
Major Players
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order |
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Automotive Foam Market Analysis
The Automotive Foam Market size is estimated at USD 11.44 billion in 2024, and is expected to reach USD 14.74 billion by 2029, growing at a CAGR of 5.18% during the forecast period (2024-2029).
In the year 2020, the breakdown of Covid-19 and the imposition of lockdowns negatively affected the automotive industry causing a decline in sales and production. However, the easing of lockdowns and economies gaining momentum helped the industry to gain back momentum in the years 2021 and 2022.
- Factors such as growing emphasis on the sustainable production of automotive foams and the growing need for weight reduction in vehicles are expected to drive the market over the forecast period.
- However, the availability of eco-friendly bio-foams and the decline in automotive production in major economies of Europe is expected to hinder the market growth over the forecast period.
- The growing demand from electric vehicles and other factors are expected to act as an opportunity for the market over the forecast period.
- Asia-Pacific dominated the market with an increased demand from countries like India, China, and others.
Automotive Foam Market Trends
Interior Applications to Dominate the Market
- In interior applications, automotive foams are mainly used for dashboards, chassis components, cable sheathing, headrests, steering wheels, gear knobs, seats, bumpers and door trims, and others.
- For these applications, polyurethane foam is the most used foam worldwide. This foam provides benefits like insulation properties, cushioning, window encapsulation, and acoustical properties.
- As these foams are lightweight, they help in reducing the total weight of the car, which can improve fuel efficiency and reduce emissions. By providing acoustical insulation properties, these foams help in reducing noise levels inside the car, making the car more pleasurable to drive. Hence, polyurethane foams have gained popularity amongst manufacturers for various interior applications in ICEs and EVs.
- According to the International Organization of Motor Vehicle Manufacturers (OICA), in the year 2022, the production of vehicles increased globally by 6% with a total of 85.01 units manufactured as compared to the previois year. Hence, such trends are likely to increase the demand for foams to reduce the weight of vehicles and increase efficiency.
- According to EV Volumes, in the year 2022, the total sales of Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs) and plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEVs) were 10.5 million worldwide, registering a growth of 60% as compared with the previous year.
- According to the International Energy Agency (IEA), global electric vehicle sales are expected to reach 125 million in 2030, as per the New Policies Scenario (excluding two/three-wheelers).
- Hence, such trends in the automotive industry are likely to increase the demand for foams used in interior applications over the forecast period.
Asia-Pacific Region to Dominate the Market
- Asia-Pacific region dominates the global market for automotive foams owing to the growing polyurethane consumption in countries such as China, India, and ASEAN Countries.
- According to the China Association of Automobile Manufacturers (CAAM), Chinese carmakers produced 27.02 million units in 2022, up by 3.4% Y-o-Y compared to 26.09 million units in 2021, while sales rose by 2.1% to 26.86 million units.
- Further, China is the biggest market for electric vehicles in the world. According to the China Association of Automobile Manufacturers (CAAM), in February 2023, the production of BEVs and PHEVs was 552 thousand while in the month of January, it was 425 thousand registering a growth of 30% which is likely to drive the market growth for automotive foams.
- India is also home to some of the world's largest automakers. According to the Indian Brand Equity Foundation (IBEF), the Indian passenger car market is expected to reach USD 54.84 billion by 2027 while registering a CAGR of over 9% between 2022-27.
- According to OICA, the total production of vehicles in the country in the year 2022 was 5.45 million units while in the year 2021, it was 4.39 million units registering a growth of 24% year-on-year.
- Hence, such trends in the automotive industry in the region is expected to drive the market for automotive foams during the forecast period.
Automotive Foam Industry Overview
The automotive foam market is partially consolidated, with top players accounting for a considerable share of the market. Some of the major companies include (not in any particular order) BASF SE, Dow, Huntsman International LLC., Covestro AG, and Bridgestone Corporation among others.
Automotive Foam Market Leaders
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Bridgestone Corporation
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BASF SE
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Covestro AG
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Huntsman International LLC.
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Dow
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
Automotive Foam Market News
- October 2022: BASF SE opened a new Polyurethane Application Development Laboratory in Mumbai, India which will support manufacturers of molded polyurethane foams used in the automotive industry to test these foams for comfort, performance, emission reduction, and productivity.
- September 2022: Covestro AG introduced polyether polyols manufactured using bio-circular feedstock like renewable toluene diisocyanate (TDI) which can be used as key raw materials for the manufacturing of flexible polyurethane foams used in car seats.
Automotive Foam Market Report - Table of Contents
1. INTRODUCTION
- 1.1 Study Assumptions
- 1.2 Scope of the Study
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
3. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
4. MARKET DYNAMICS
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4.1 Drivers
- 4.1.1 Growing Emphasis on the Sustainable Production of Automotive Foams
- 4.1.2 Growing Need for Weight Reduction
- 4.1.3 Other Drivers
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4.2 Restraints
- 4.2.1 Declining Automotive Production in Major Economies of Europe
- 4.2.2 Availability of Eco-Friendly Bio-Foams
- 4.3 Industry Value Chain Analysis
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4.4 Porters Five Forces Analysis
- 4.4.1 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
- 4.4.2 Bargaining Power of Consumers
- 4.4.3 Threat of New Entrants
- 4.4.4 Threat of Substitute Products and Services
- 4.4.5 Degree of Competition
5. MARKET SEGMENTATION (Market Size in Value)
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5.1 Type
- 5.1.1 Polyurethane Foams(PUFs)
- 5.1.1.1 Flexible Polyurethane Foam
- 5.1.1.2 Rigid Polyurethane Foam
- 5.1.2 Expanded Polypropylene Foam
- 5.1.3 PET Foam
- 5.1.4 Other Types
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5.2 Application
- 5.2.1 Interior
- 5.2.2 Exterior
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5.3 Geography
- 5.3.1 Asia-Pacific
- 5.3.1.1 China
- 5.3.1.2 India
- 5.3.1.3 Japan
- 5.3.1.4 South Korea
- 5.3.1.5 Rest of Asia-Pacific
- 5.3.2 North America
- 5.3.2.1 United States
- 5.3.2.2 Canada
- 5.3.2.3 Mexico
- 5.3.3 Europe
- 5.3.3.1 Germany
- 5.3.3.2 United Kingdom
- 5.3.3.3 Italy
- 5.3.3.4 France
- 5.3.3.5 Rest of Europe
- 5.3.4 South America
- 5.3.4.1 Brazil
- 5.3.4.2 Argentina
- 5.3.4.3 Rest of South America
- 5.3.5 Middle-East and Africa
- 5.3.5.1 Saudi Arabia
- 5.3.5.2 South Africa
- 5.3.5.3 Rest of Middle-East and Africa
6. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
- 6.1 Mergers & Acquisitions, Joint Ventures, Collaborations, and Agreements
- 6.2 Market Share (%) Analysis **/Market Ranking Analysis
- 6.3 Strategies Adopted by Leading Players
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6.4 Company Profiles
- 6.4.1 BASF SE
- 6.4.2 Bridgestone Corporation
- 6.4.3 Covestro AG
- 6.4.4 Dow
- 6.4.5 Huntsman Corporation
- 6.4.6 Recticel
- 6.4.7 Rogers Corporation
- 6.4.8 Saint-Gobain
- 6.4.9 Vita (Holdings) Limited
- 6.4.10 Woodbridge Foam Corporation
- *List Not Exhaustive
7. MARKET OPPORTUNITIES AND FUTURE TRENDS
- 7.1 Growing Demand from Electric Vehicles
- 7.2 Other Opportunities
Automotive Foam Industry Segmentation
Automotive foams are used in the automotive industry due to their various properties like sound absorbing, vibration dampening, lightweight, and insulating properties. Various types of foams are used in the manufacturing of car seats, headliners, children's seats, armrests, and door panels. The automotive foam market is segmented by type, application, and end-user industry. By Type, the market is segmented into polyurethane foams (PUFs), expanded polypropylene foam, PET foam, and other types. By application, the market is segmented into interior and exterior. The report also covers the market size and forecasts for the adhesives and sealants market in 15 countries across major regions. For each segment, the market sizing and forecasts have been done on the basis of revenue (USD billion).
| Type | Polyurethane Foams(PUFs) | Flexible Polyurethane Foam |
| Rigid Polyurethane Foam | ||
| Type | Expanded Polypropylene Foam | |
| PET Foam | ||
| Other Types | ||
| Application | Interior | |
| Exterior | ||
| Geography | Asia-Pacific | China |
| India | ||
| Japan | ||
| South Korea | ||
| Rest of Asia-Pacific | ||
| Geography | North America | United States |
| Canada | ||
| Mexico | ||
| Geography | Europe | Germany |
| United Kingdom | ||
| Italy | ||
| France | ||
| Rest of Europe | ||
| Geography | South America | Brazil |
| Argentina | ||
| Rest of South America | ||
| Geography | Middle-East and Africa | Saudi Arabia |
| South Africa | ||
| Rest of Middle-East and Africa |
Automotive Foam Market Research FAQs
How big is the Automotive Foam Market?
The Automotive Foam Market size is expected to reach USD 11.44 billion in 2024 and grow at a CAGR of 5.18% to reach USD 14.74 billion by 2029.
What is the current Automotive Foam Market size?
In 2024, the Automotive Foam Market size is expected to reach USD 11.44 billion.
Who are the key players in Automotive Foam Market?
Bridgestone Corporation, BASF SE, Covestro AG, Huntsman International LLC. and Dow are the major companies operating in the Automotive Foam Market.
Which is the fastest growing region in Automotive Foam Market?
Asia Pacific is estimated to grow at the highest CAGR over the forecast period (2024-2029).
Which region has the biggest share in Automotive Foam Market?
In 2024, the Asia Pacific accounts for the largest market share in Automotive Foam Market.
What years does this Automotive Foam Market cover, and what was the market size in 2023?
In 2023, the Automotive Foam Market size was estimated at USD 10.88 billion. The report covers the Automotive Foam Market historical market size for years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023. The report also forecasts the Automotive Foam Market size for years: 2024, 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028 and 2029.
Automotive Foam Industry Report
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