Long Fiber Thermoplastics Market Size
| Study Period | 2019 - 2029 |
| Base Year For Estimation | 2023 |
| CAGR | 6.00 % |
| Fastest Growing Market | Asia Pacific |
| Largest Market | Europe |
| Market Concentration | Low |
Major Players
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order |
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Long Fiber Thermoplastics Market Analysis
The long-fiber thermoplastics market is expected to witness a CAGR of more than 6% during the forecast period(2022-2027). The major factor driving the growth of the market studied is the increased demand for fuel-efficient transport vehicles.
- However, the technically advanced and expensive forming process is a hurdle to the market studied.
- Growing usage in the Asia-Pacific region is projected to act as an opportunity for the market in the future.
Long Fiber Thermoplastics Market Trends
This section covers the major market trends shaping the Long-Fiber Thermoplastics Market according to our research experts:
Increasing Demand for Long-fiber Thermoplastics in Automotive Production
- Long-fiber thermoplastics have gained popularity among thermoplastics matrix composites, mainly due to significant technological developments in the automotive industry.
- Long-fiber thermoplastics are used in the automotive industry to reduce an automobile's overall weight, gain fuel efficiency, and meet various regulations by EPA and other government authorities.
- Long-fiber thermoplastics are used in both interior and exterior applications. The most common applications include powertrain, under-hood, and body components, such as upper front end, service panel, battery cooling box, door module, wheel cover, latch bracket, sunroof components, seat handle, seat back, and air inlet components, among others.
- Furthermore, long-fiber thermoplastics provide high strength, design freedom, and dimensional stability. Thereby, they have gradually become an integral part of the automotive industry.
- With long-fiber thermoplastics expected to replace conventional materials in the aforementioned industry, their usage is expected to grow in the coming years. Moreover, the rising demand for automobiles is estimated to positively impact the demand for long-fiber thermoplastics during the forecast period.
Asia-Pacific Region to Experience Healthy Growth
- Asia-Pacific has been projected to experience healthy growth in the long-fiber thermoplastics market, owing to major developing nations, such as China, India, and the ASEAN countries.
- China is one of the largest producers and consumers of long-fiber thermoplastics in the region. In China, the consumption of long-fiber thermoplastics has increased drastically recently due to the growing population, increasing urbanization, and substitution of many metals by suitable long-fiber thermoplastics in variable applications.
- The long-fiber thermoplastics are used to manufacture various products employed in packaging, automotive, and many other sectors. The demand for long-fiber thermoplastics is increasing from various end-user industries, including electrical and electronics, aerospace, automotive, buildings and construction, sporting equipment, and others.
- The abundant availability of raw materials and low cost of production is estimated to drive the demand for long-fiber thermoplastics in the Asia-Pacific region during the forecast period.
Long Fiber Thermoplastics Industry Overview
The long-fiber thermoplastics market is partially fragmented. Key players in the market include Celanese Corporation, Avient Corporation, RTP Company, Solay, and LANXESS, amongst others.
Long Fiber Thermoplastics Market Leaders
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Celanese Corporation
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RTP Company
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LANXESS
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Solvay
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Avient Corporation
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
Long Fiber Thermoplastics Market News
The recent developments about the major players in the market are covered in the complete study.
Long Fiber Thermoplastics 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 Increase in Defense Spending by Many Countries
- 4.1.2 Increase in Demand for Fuel-efficient Transport Vehicles
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4.2 Restraints
- 4.2.1 Technically Advanced and Expensive Forming Process
- 4.3 Industry Value-Chain Analysis
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4.4 Porter's 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
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5.1 Resin Type
- 5.1.1 Polypropylene
- 5.1.2 Polyamide
- 5.1.3 Polybutylene Terephthalate
- 5.1.4 Other Resin Types
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5.2 End-user Industry
- 5.2.1 Automotive
- 5.2.2 Aerospace
- 5.2.3 Electrical & Electronics
- 5.2.4 Buildings & Construction
- 5.2.5 Sporting Equipment
- 5.2.6 Other End-user Industries
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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 France
- 5.3.3.4 Italy
- 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 Ranking Analysis
- 6.3 Strategies Adopted by Leading Players
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6.4 Company Profiles
- 6.4.1 Asahi Kasei Corporation
- 6.4.2 BASF SE
- 6.4.3 Celanese Corporation
- 6.4.4 Daicel corporation
- 6.4.5 GS Caltex Corporation
- 6.4.6 LANXESS
- 6.4.7 Mitsui Chemicals Inc.
- 6.4.8 Avient Corporation
- 6.4.9 Polyram Group
- 6.4.10 SABIC
- 6.4.11 SGL Carbon
- 6.4.12 RTP Company
- 6.4.13 Solvay
- 6.4.14 Sumitomo Bakelite Co. Ltd (SBHPP)
- 6.4.15 Sumitomo Chemical Co. Ltd
- 6.4.16 TechnoCompound GmbH (Polymer Group)
- 6.4.17 TORAY INDUSTRIES INC.
- 6.4.18 Xiamen LFT Composite Plastic Co. Ltd
- *List Not Exhaustive
7. MARKET OPPORTUNITIES AND FUTURE TRENDS
- 7.1 Growing Usage in the Asia-Pacific Region
Long Fiber Thermoplastics Industry Segmentation
The long-fiber thermoplastics market is segmented by resin, end-user industry, and geography. By resin, the market is segmented into polypropylene, polyamide, polybutylene terephthalate, and other types of resins. By end-user industry, the market is segmented into automotive, aerospace, electrical & electronics, buildings and construction, sporting equipment, and other end-user industries. The report also covers the market size and forecasts the long-fiber thermoplastic market in 15 countries across major regions. For each segment, the market sizing and forecasts have been done based on volume (kiloton) and value (USD million).
| Resin Type | Polypropylene | |
| Polyamide | ||
| Polybutylene Terephthalate | ||
| Other Resin Types | ||
| End-user Industry | Automotive | |
| Aerospace | ||
| Electrical & Electronics | ||
| Buildings & Construction | ||
| Sporting Equipment | ||
| Other End-user Industries | ||
| Geography | Asia-Pacific | China |
| India | ||
| Japan | ||
| South Korea | ||
| Rest of Asia-Pacific | ||
| Geography | North America | United States |
| Canada | ||
| Mexico | ||
| Geography | Europe | Germany |
| United Kingdom | ||
| France | ||
| Italy | ||
| 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 |
Long Fiber Thermoplastics Market Research FAQs
What is the current Long-fiber Thermoplastics Market size?
The Long-fiber Thermoplastics Market is projected to register a CAGR of greater than 6% during the forecast period (2024-2029)
Who are the key players in Long-fiber Thermoplastics Market?
Celanese Corporation, RTP Company, LANXESS, Solvay and Avient Corporation are the major companies operating in the Long-fiber Thermoplastics Market.
Which is the fastest growing region in Long-fiber Thermoplastics Market?
Asia Pacific is estimated to grow at the highest CAGR over the forecast period (2024-2029).
Which region has the biggest share in Long-fiber Thermoplastics Market?
In 2024, the Europe accounts for the largest market share in Long-fiber Thermoplastics Market.
What years does this Long-fiber Thermoplastics Market cover?
The report covers the Long-fiber Thermoplastics Market historical market size for years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023. The report also forecasts the Long-fiber Thermoplastics Market size for years: 2024, 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028 and 2029.
Long Fiber Thermoplastics Industry Report
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