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Global Polymerization Initiator Market Size, Forecast: By Type: Persulphate, Peroxides, Aliphatic AZO Compounds, Others; By Active Species: Free Radical, Anionic, Cationic; By Application: Polyethylene, Polypropylene, Polyvinyl Chloride, Polystyrene, A.B.S., Others; Regional Analysis; Market Dynamics; Competitive Landscape; 2024-2032

Global Polymerization Initiator Market Outlook

The global polymerization initiator market size reached nearly USD 3.17 billion in 2023. The market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 4.4% between 2024 and 2032 to reach a value of around USD 4.68 billion by 2032.

 

Key Trends in the Market

Polymerization initiators refer to chemical compounds which get decomposed into free radicals on heating. It also controls the chain initiation of the polymerization reaction and poses a direct impact on the conversion rate of monomers.

 

  • Polymerization initiators are used in the manufacturing of polymers. Hence, the increasing demand for polymers in various sectors such as healthcare, automotive, packaging, fashion, and sports, among others, is driving the polymerization initiator market growth.
  • The rising demand for polymers in the automotive sector to manufacture tyres, interiors and exterior components, bumpers, and wheel covers, among others, is a key market driver. Increasing sales of battery and plug-in hybrid vehicles are boosting the incorporation of polymerization initiators in the automotive sector.
  • There is an increasing use of polymers such as polypropylene in the healthcare sector to package medical liquids and manufacture refillable syringes and several types of medical containers, among others. In this regard, the burgeoning healthcare sector across emerging economies is one of the crucial polymerization initiator market trends.

 

Market Analysis

Based on type, the market is segmented into persulphate, peroxides, and aliphatic AZO compounds, among others. On the basis of active species, the market is classified into free radical, anionic, and cationic.

 

By application, the polymerization initiator market segmentations include polyethylene, polypropylene, polyvinyl chloride, polystyrene, and A.B.S., among others. The major regions in the market are North America, Europe, the Asia Pacific, Latin America, and the Middle East and Africa.

 

The comprehensive EMR report provides an in-depth assessment of the market based on the Porter's five forces model along with giving a SWOT analysis. The report gives a detailed analysis of the key players in the global polymerization initiator market, covering their competitive landscape and latest developments like mergers, acquisitions, investments and expansion plans.

 

  • BASF SE
  • Arkema S.A.
  • Lanxess AG
  • LyondellBasell Industries Holdings B.V
  • Nouryon Holding B.V.
  • M.P.I. Chemie B.V.
  • NOF Corporation.
  • PeroxyChem LLC
  • PERGAN Hilfsstoffe für industrielle Prozesse GmbH
  • United Initiators GmbH
  • Others

 

Market Share by Type

Persulphate polymerization initiators account for a significant portion of the polymerization initiator market share. Persulphates, especially ammonium persulphate, are safe and easy to handle, offer excellent storage stability, and are available in pure form. Meanwhile, potassium polymerization initiators offer enhanced convenience, good stability at room temperature, and it do not absorb moisture.

 

Market Share by Application

As per the polymerization initiator market analysis, polypropylene is expected to be a fast-growing segment in the forecast period, owing to its heightened demand in the packaging sector. The compound is resistant to fatigue and chemicals, recyclable, and non-toxic, which makes it applicable across various end-use sectors.

 

Over the forecast period, the anticipated increase in demand for polypropylene to manufacture different components in different sectors is likely to propel the segment’s growth.

 

Competitive Landscape

BASF SE is a leading chemical manufacturing company which develops and sells high-quality chemical and gas products, including petrochemicals, industrial gases, alkylene oxides, glycols, epoxy-curing agents, and catalysts, among others.

 

LyondellBasell Industries Holdings B.V is a company which offers chemicals, polymers, advanced polymer solutions, fuels, and various technological solutions. It caters to the demands of various sectors, including automotive and transportation, packaging, and agriculture, among others.

 

Lanxess AG is a speciality chemical manufacturer which is known to produce biocidal active ingredients and formulations. The company offers a wide range of products to cater to the demands of various sectors.

 

Other polymerization initiator market players include Arkema S.A., Nouryon Holding B.V., M.P.I. Chemie B.V., NOF Corporation., PeroxyChem LLC, PERGAN Hilfsstoffe für industrielle Prozesse GmbH, and United Initiators GmbH, among others.

 

Key Highlights of the Report

REPORT FEATURES DETAILS
Base Year 2023
Historical Period 2018-2023
Forecast Period 2024-2032
Scope of the Report

Historical and Forecast Trends, Industry Drivers and Constraints, Historical and Forecast Market Analysis by Segment:

  • Type
  • Active Species
  • Application
  • Region
Breakup by Type
  • Persulphate
  • Peroxides
  • Aliphatic AZO Compounds
  • Others
Breakup by Active Species
  • Free Radical
  • Anionic
  • Cationic
Breakup by Application
  • Polyethylene
  • Polypropylene
  • Polyvinyl Chloride
  • Polystyrene
  • A.B.S.
  • Others
Breakup by Region
  • North America
    • United States of America 
    • Canada
  • Europe
    • United Kingdom
    • Germany
    • France
    • Italy
    • Others
  • Asia Pacific
    • China
    • Japan
    • India
    • ASEAN
    • Australia
    • Others
  • Latin America
    • Brazil
    • Argentina
    • Mexico
    • Others
  • Middle East and Africa
    • Saudi Arabia
    • United Arab Emirates
    • Nigeria
    • South Africa
    • Others
Market Dynamics
  • SWOT Analysis
  • Porter's Five Forces Analysis
  • Key Indicators for Demand
  • Key Indicators for Price
Competitive Landscape
  • Market Structure
  • Company Profiles
    • Company Overview
    • Product Portfolio
    • Demographic Reach and Achievements
    • Certifications
Companies Covered
  • BASF SE
  • Arkema S.A.
  • Lanxess AG
  • LyondellBasell Industries Holdings B.V
  • Nouryon Holding B.V.
  • M.P.I. Chemie B.V.
  • NOF Corporation.
  • PeroxyChem LLC
  • PERGAN Hilfsstoffe für industrielle Prozesse GmbH
  • United Initiators GmbH
  • Others

 

*At Expert Market Research, we strive to always give you current and accurate information. The numbers depicted in the description are indicative and may differ from the actual numbers in the final EMR report.

1    Preface
2    Report Coverage – Key Segmentation and Scope
3    Report Description

    3.1    Market Definition and Outlook
    3.2    Properties and Applications
    3.3    Market Analysis
    3.4    Key Players
4    Key Assumptions
5    Executive Summary

    5.1    Overview
    5.2    Key Drivers
    5.3    Key Developments
    5.4    Competitive Structure
    5.5    Key Industrial Trends
6    Market Snapshot
    6.1    Global
    6.2    Regional
7    Opportunities and Challenges in the Market
8    Global Polymerization Initiator Market Analysis

    8.1    Key Industry Highlights
    8.2    Global Polymerization Initiator Historical Market (2018-2023) 
    8.3    Global Polymerization Initiator Market Forecast (2024-2032)
    8.4    Global Polymerization Initiator Market by Type
        8.4.1    Persulphate
            8.4.1.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
            8.4.1.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
        8.4.2    Peroxides
            8.4.2.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
            8.4.2.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
        8.4.3    Aliphatic AZO Compounds
            8.4.3.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
            8.4.3.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
        8.4.4    Others
    8.5    Global Polymerization Initiator Market by Active Species
        8.5.1    Free Radical
            8.5.1.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
            8.5.1.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
        8.5.2    Anionic
            8.5.2.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
            8.5.2.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
        8.5.3    Cationic
            8.5.3.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
            8.5.3.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
    8.6    Global Polymerization Initiator Market by Application
        8.6.1    Polyethylene
            8.6.1.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
            8.6.1.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
        8.6.2    Polypropylene
            8.6.2.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
            8.6.2.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
        8.6.3    Polyvinyl Chloride
            8.6.3.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
            8.6.3.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
        8.6.4    Polystyrene
            8.6.4.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
            8.6.4.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
        8.6.5    A.B.S.
            8.6.5.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
            8.6.5.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
        8.6.6    Others
    8.7    Global Polymerization Initiator Market by Region
        8.7.1    North America
            8.7.1.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
            8.7.1.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
        8.7.2    Europe
            8.7.2.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
            8.7.2.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
        8.7.3    Asia Pacific
            8.7.3.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
            8.7.3.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
        8.7.4    Latin America
            8.7.4.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
            8.7.4.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
        8.7.5    Middle East and Africa
            8.7.5.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
            8.7.5.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
9    North America Polymerization Initiator Market Analysis
    9.1    United States of America 
        9.1.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
        9.1.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
    9.2    Canada
        9.2.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
        9.2.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
10    Europe Polymerization Initiator Market Analysis
    10.1    United Kingdom
        10.1.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
        10.1.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
    10.2    Germany
        10.2.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
        10.2.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
    10.3    France
        10.3.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
        10.3.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
    10.4    Italy
        10.4.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
        10.4.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
    10.5    Others
11    Asia Pacific Polymerization Initiator Market Analysis
    11.1    China
        11.1.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
        11.1.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
    11.2    Japan
        11.2.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
        11.2.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
    11.3    India
        11.3.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
        11.3.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
    11.4    ASEAN
        11.4.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
        11.4.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
    11.5    Australia
        11.5.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
        11.5.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
    11.6    Others
12    Latin America Polymerization Initiator Market Analysis
    12.1    Brazil
        12.1.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
        12.1.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
    12.2    Argentina
        12.2.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
        12.2.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
    12.3    Mexico
        12.3.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
        12.3.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
    12.4    Others
13    Middle East and Africa Polymerization Initiator Market Analysis
    13.1    Saudi Arabia
        13.1.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
        13.1.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
    13.2    United Arab Emirates
        13.2.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
        13.2.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
    13.3    Nigeria
        13.3.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
        13.3.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
    13.4    South Africa
        13.4.1    Historical Trend (2018-2023)
        13.4.2    Forecast Trend (2024-2032)
    13.5    Others
14    Market Dynamics
    14.1    SWOT Analysis
        14.1.1    Strengths
        14.1.2    Weaknesses
        14.1.3    Opportunities
        14.1.4    Threats
    14.2    Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
        14.2.1    Supplier’s Power
        14.2.2    Buyer’s Power
        14.2.3    Threat of New Entrants
        14.2.4    Degree of Rivalry
        14.2.5    Threat of Substitutes
    14.3    Key Indicators for Demand
    14.4    Key Indicators for Price  
15    Competitive Landscape
    15.1    Market Structure
    15.2    Company Profiles
        15.2.1    BASF SE
            15.2.1.1    Company Overview
            15.2.1.2    Product Portfolio
            15.2.1.3    Demographic Reach and Achievements
            15.2.1.4    Certifications
        15.2.2    Arkema S.A.
            15.2.2.1    Company Overview
            15.2.2.2    Product Portfolio
            15.2.2.3    Demographic Reach and Achievements
            15.2.2.4    Certifications
        15.2.3    Lanxess AG
            15.2.3.1    Company Overview
            15.2.3.2    Product Portfolio
            15.2.3.3    Demographic Reach and Achievements
            15.2.3.4    Certifications
        15.2.4    LyondellBasell Industries Holdings B.V
            15.2.4.1    Company Overview
            15.2.4.2    Product Portfolio
            15.2.4.3    Demographic Reach and Achievements
            15.2.4.4    Certifications
        15.2.5    Nouryon Holding B.V.
            15.2.5.1    Company Overview
            15.2.5.2    Product Portfolio
            15.2.5.3    Demographic Reach and Achievements
            15.2.5.4    Certifications
        15.2.6    M.P.I. Chemie B.V.
            15.2.6.1    Company Overview
            15.2.6.2    Product Portfolio
            15.2.6.3    Demographic Reach and Achievements
            15.2.6.4    Certifications
        15.2.7    NOF Corporation.
            15.2.7.1    Company Overview
            15.2.7.2    Product Portfolio
            15.2.7.3    Demographic Reach and Achievements
            15.2.7.4    Certifications
        15.2.8    PeroxyChem LLC
            15.2.8.1    Company Overview
            15.2.8.2    Product Portfolio
            15.2.8.3    Demographic Reach and Achievements
            15.2.8.4    Certifications
        15.2.9    PERGAN Hilfsstoffe für industrielle Prozesse GmbH
            15.2.9.1    Company Overview
            15.2.9.2    Product Portfolio
            15.2.9.3    Demographic Reach and Achievements
            15.2.9.4    Certifications
        15.2.10    United Initiators GmbH
            15.2.10.1    Company Overview
            15.2.10.2    Product Portfolio
            15.2.10.3    Demographic Reach and Achievements
            15.2.10.4    Certifications
        15.2.11    Others
16    Key Trends and Developments in the Market


List of Key Figures and Tables

1.    Global Polymerization Initiator Market: Key Industry Highlights, 2018 and 2032
2.    Global Polymerization Initiator Historical Market: Breakup by Type (USD Billion), 2018-2023
3.    Global Polymerization Initiator Market Forecast: Breakup by Type (USD Billion), 2024-2032
4.    Global Polymerization Initiator Historical Market: Breakup by Active Species (USD Billion), 2018-2023
5.    Global Polymerization Initiator Market Forecast: Breakup by Active Species (USD Billion), 2024-2032
6.    Global Polymerization Initiator Historical Market: Breakup by Application (USD Billion), 2018-2023
7.    Global Polymerization Initiator Market Forecast: Breakup by Application (USD Billion), 2024-2032
8.    Global Polymerization Initiator Historical Market: Breakup by Region (USD Billion), 2018-2023
9.    Global Polymerization Initiator Market Forecast: Breakup by Region (USD Billion), 2024-2032
10.    North America Polymerization Initiator Historical Market: Breakup by Country (USD Billion), 2018-2023
11.    North America Polymerization Initiator Market Forecast: Breakup by Country (USD Billion), 2024-2032
12.    Europe Polymerization Initiator Historical Market: Breakup by Country (USD Billion), 2018-2023
13.    Europe Polymerization Initiator Market Forecast: Breakup by Country (USD Billion), 2024-2032
14.    Asia Pacific Polymerization Initiator Historical Market: Breakup by Country (USD Billion), 2018-2023
15.    Asia Pacific Polymerization Initiator Market Forecast: Breakup by Country (USD Billion), 2024-2032
16.    Latin America Polymerization Initiator Historical Market: Breakup by Country (USD Billion), 2018-2023
17.    Latin America Polymerization Initiator Market Forecast: Breakup by Country (USD Billion), 2024-2032
18.    Middle East and Africa Polymerization Initiator Historical Market: Breakup by Country (USD Billion), 2018-2023
19.    Middle East and Africa Polymerization Initiator Market Forecast: Breakup by Country (USD Billion), 2024-2032
20.    Global Polymerization Initiator Market Structure

Key Questions Answered in the Report

The market reached a value of nearly USD 3.17 billion in 2023.

The market is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 4.4% between 2024 and 2032.

The market is estimated to witness a healthy growth in the forecast period of 2024-2032 to reach a value of around USD 4.68 billion by 2032.

The rising demand for polymers in the automotive sector, the burgeoning healthcare sector across emerging economies, and the rising demand for persulphate are the major drivers of the market.

The key trends in the market include the increasing sales of battery and plug-in hybrid vehicles and the rising demand for persulphate polymerization initiators, which offer ease of handling.

Persulphate, peroxides, and aliphatic AZO compounds, among others, are the different types of polymerization initiators.

Free radical, anionic, and cationic are the major segments of the market based on active species.

BASF SE, Arkema S.A., Lanxess AG, LyondellBasell Industries Holdings B.V, Nouryon Holding B.V., M.P.I. Chemie B.V., NOF Corporation., PeroxyChem LLC, PERGAN Hilfsstoffe für industrielle Prozesse GmbH, and United Initiators GmbH, among others, are the key market players.

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