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The market for emollient esters, along with their end products, has witnessed modest growth in the past few years due to the growth of personal care industry. New product developments and increasing investments in research and development of green emollients are expected to drive the growth of this market. Increasing demand for natural skin care products have triggered new research opportunities for green emollient esters. The global emollient esters market is estimated to reach USD 226.1 Million by 2020, and is expected to grow at a CAGR of 5.4% from 2015 to 2020.
The global functional fluids market is projected to be worth USD 42.2 Billion by 2020, registering a CAGR of 4.5% between 2015 and 2020. The growth of market is primarily driven by the processing industries for manufacturing the finished goods. The massive industrial growth in Asia-Pacific and Africa drive the functional fluid market. Moreover, strong OEM recommendation to use high-performance functional fluids coupled with the stringent emission control regulations in these regions is also driving the demand for function fluids.
The global PAGs market was estimated to be worth USD 1.33 Billion in 2014 and is projected to reach USD 2.62 Billion by 2020, at a CAGR of 11.7% between 2015 and 2020. This high growth of the market is owed to the increasing demand from end-use industries in the U.S., Germany, France, China, India, and Japan. The increased usage of PAGs in a variety of applications is also one of the key factor driving the PAGs market.
The global vacuum grease market was valued at USD 117.82 Million in 2014, and is projected to reach USD 229.68 Million by 2020, at a CAGR of 11.32% between 2015 and 2020. The global vacuum grease market has been categorized on the basis of type, application, and region. In terms of value, the fluorocarbon-based vacuum grease segment led the global vacuum grease market in 2014. The vacuum grease market is categorized on the basis of application into laboratory & industrial equipment, food processing, pharmaceuticals, aerospace/aviation, and others.
The global DMAPA market was valued at USD 237.8 Million in 2014 and is expected to witness a CAGR of 5.4% between 2015 and 2020. Factors driving the market of DMAPA include increasing demand from emerging economies and end-use industries and the favorable properties of DMAPA-based products.
The global rubber processing chemicals market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 5.4% between 2015 and 2020, to reach USD 4.8 billion 2020. The global rubber processing chemicals market is expected to reach 1792.3 KT in 2020. The increasing demand for efficient and high quality products that can be used in automobile industry will boost the demand of rubber processing chemicals between 2015 and 2020.
Aerosol propellant use liquefied or compressed gas to propel active ingredients in liquid, paste, or powder form in precise spray patterns with controlled droplet sizes and amounts. Propellants are used in the manufacture of products, such as shaving creams, hair mousse, air fresheners, and deodorants/antiperspirants, as well as in automobile, industrial & technical, and other miscellaneous products. Aerosol Propellant: The global aerosol propellant market was valued at USD 5.70 Billion in 2014 and is expected to reach USD 8.16 Billion by 2020, at a CAGR of 6.17% from 2015 to 2020.
The construction chemicals market witnessed a high growth in the past few years which is estimated to increase in the coming years. This growth is largely fueled by the growth of the construction industry, technological advancements, and growing demand in the Asia-Pacific region. The global construction chemicals market (2015–2020) is estimated to reach USD 33.98 Billion by 2020 growing at a rate of 7.62% between 2015 and 2020.
The global renewable chemicals market is estimated to be USD 49.0 billion in 2015 and is projected to reach USD 84.3 billion by 2020, at a CAGR of 11.47% between 2015 and 2020. The renewable chemicals market has been majorly segmented into alcohols, platform chemicals, and biopolymers. The alcohols accounts for more than 80.0% of the renewable chemicals market, in terms of value in 2015 and the same trend is projected to continue during the forecast period.
Dispensing systems are material dispensing equipment with applications in a wide range of industries, such as chemicals, healthcare & pharmaceutical, industry & manufacturing, food & beverages, electronics, automotive, and construction, among others. The global dispensing systems market, in terms of value, is projected to reach USD 40.5 Billion by 2020 from USD 31.5 Billion in 2015, at a CAGR of 5.1% from 2015 to 2020.
PVC stabilizer are organic or inorganic substances that are added to PVC in order to improve its characteristics such as strength, durability, and heat sensitivity. PVC stabilizers are used to add value by modifying the physical or chemical properties of PVC or by reinforcing its mechanical properties to make it stronger and better for end-use applications. PVC stabilizers are used in a variety of applications of PVC such as pipes & fittings, rigid and semi-rigid films, coatings & flooring, window profiles, and wires & cables. They also help in the processing of PVC by increasing its heat stability, melting point, and lubrication, thus enabling plastics manufacturers to achieve higher output rates and increased efficiency without affecting the quality of the final product PVC stabilizers: A projected value of USD 3.8 Billion by 2020, signifying firm annualized growth of 6.9% between 2015 and 2020.
The high temperature coatings market, along with its applications, witnessed a moderate to high growth in the past few years and is likely to continue so in the in the coming years. This growth is mainly driven by the growing application sectors of power & chemical plants and oil & gas, metal processing, cookware, stoves, and automotive industries in Asia-Pacific. The high temperature coatings market size, in terms of value, is estimated to reach USD 4.24 Billion by 2020 at a firm CAGR of over 4.56% between 2015 and 2020.
The methylene chloride market, along with its end products, has witnessed a stagnant growth from the past few years, and it is expected to be the same in the coming years, especially in North American and European regions. The global methylene chloride market is worth USD 708.0 Million in 2015 and is estimated to reach USD 892.9 Million by 2020, at a CAGR of 4.75% between 2015 and 2020.
Potassium metabisulfite is a white crystalline powder and has a strong sulfur odor. Potassium metabisulfite is a disulfite and has got a melting point of 374 degrees Fahrenheit. The chemical has some potential dangers associated with it like exposure to this substance includes severe burning and damage to eyes, irritation and reddening of skin and difficulty in breathing. The potassium metabisulfite market in terms of value is estimated to grow from USD 355.5 Million in 2015 to USD 436.3 Million in 2020 and is expected to register a CAGR of 4.2% Europe dominates the market in terms of consumption of potassium metabisulfite.
Natural refrigerants are the alternatives for the environmentally harmful HCFC and HFC refrigerants. Natural refrigerants are called ‘natural’ as the chemicals are derived from the natural bio-chemical process itself. These refrigerants have very low impact on the environment in terms of ozone depletion and global warming. The market size for natural refrigerants is projected to be USD 1,419.19 Million by 2020 from USD 821.74 Million in 2015, at a CAGR of 11.5%.
The global silica fume market was valued at USD 430.87 Million in 2014, and is projected to grow at a CAGR of about 4.22% between 2015 and 2020 to reach USD 563.09 Million by 2020. The global silica fume market has been witnessing substantial growth in the past few years. Silica fume is added to concrete, which is used in the building and construction industry. There has been an increase in demand for silica fume from this industry, as it provides high corrosion resistance, high strength, and durability. There is a high demand for silica fume in Middle East & Africa and Asia-Pacific, where it is used in the construction of metro-lines, tunnels, and high-rise buildings. Another driver of the market is the increasing demand of silicon in the solar industry, as production of silica fume (a by-product of the silicon smelting process) is tied to silicon production.
The global fracking fluids market is projected to register a CAGR of 10.1% between 2015 and 2020, to reach USD 32.4 Billion 2020. The global fracking chemicals market is projected to reach 3,166.2 kilotons in 2020. The demand for fuel from both domestic and industrial usage is projected to boost the demand for fracking fluids and chemicals between 2015 and 2020.
Color cosmetics have wide applications in nail products, lip products, eye make-up, facial make-up, and other. Color cosmetics refer to the colorants and cosmetics ingredients that help to enhance the appearance of the human body. The global color cosmetics market stood at USD 57.4 Billion in 2014 and it is expected to reach USD 77.7 Billion in 2020 with a CAGR of 5.7%.
CHPTAC is required for the cationization of starch which is then utilized by the paper and textile industry. CHPTAC finds application in end-user industries which include paper, textile, water treatment, oil & gas, and others (personal care, dye, nutraceuticals, cosmetics and chemicals). The market for CHPTAC is projected to register a CAGR of 4.7% between 2015 and 2020, to reach USD 218.9 Million by 2020.
Dimethyl ether (DME), also known as methoxy methane, is a colorless and odorless gas. It has low boiling point and is generated from various raw materials such as natural gas, methanol, coal, and biomass. DME is a substitute of energy fuels, as it has no sulfur content. It has a variety of applications in numerous segments. It is used in the chemical and petrochemical industries as a solvent. Dimethyl Ether (DME): A projected value of USD 9.7 Billion by 2020, signifying firm annualized growth of 19.65% between 2015 and 2020.
The market size of phosphorus & derivatives is projected to reach USD 75.9 Billion by 2020 from USD 61.9 Billion in 2014, at a CAGR of 3.5% between 2015 and 2020. The high growth of the industry is mainly due to increase in demand from application industries such as fertilizers, detergent, the food industry, water treatment chemicals, metal finishing, and flame retardants material.
The global carboxymethyl cellulose (CMC) market was estimated at $1,151.7 Million in 2014 and is projected to register a CAGR of 4.2% between 2015 and 2020, Carboxymethyl cellulose (CMC) or cellulose gum is a cellulose derivative with carboxymethyl group in its chain. CMC is physiologically inert, chemically stable, odorless and tasteless substance which safe for health and environment. The other properties of CMC include high viscosity, non-toxic nature, and hypoallergenic. Major raw materials used in manufacture of carboxymethyl cellulose (CMC) include plant derived cellulose, caustic soda, and monochloroacetic acid. CMC is widely used as thickener, stabilizer, binder and dispersant in variety of applications such as food and beverages, pharmaceutical and cosmetics, detergents, oil and gas, paper processing and others.
Pour point depressants comes under the category of additives that are being used widely by various industries for maintaining the oil temperature and consistency of the base oil. In cold regions, generally the crude oil or base oil tends to become more viscous than in the normal temperature and thus leads to formation of wax crystals. Hence, these pour point depressant are added in certain chemicals that to prvent the oil from forming these wax crystal structure. The global PPD market is projected to reach USD 1.4 Billion till 2020.Currently, Asia-Pacific is the biggest market of pour point depressants, accounting for more than 33.3% of the total market size in terms of value in 2014.
Oilfield stimulation is the process undertaken for the recovery and improving the flow of hydrocarbons from drilling well. With the development of new technologies and innovative chemicals, stimulation has now become an easy process. Oilfield stimulation chemicals find majority of its applications in hydraulic fracturing, matrix acidization, acid fracking, and other processes. These processes include steam injection, CO2 injection, and so on. The market size of oilfield stimulation chemicals is projected to reach $2.97 Billion by 2020, signifying a firm annualized growth rate of 10.1% between 2015 and 2020.
Global FRP Pipe market showed huge opportunities as momentous demands from end application industries such as oil & gas, water & wastewater, chemical, and others. Oil and Gas is the major industry for FRP pipes market for use in transmission network, flow lines, well-interventions, etc. These rapidly increasing demands from various application industries are generating many exciting new markets opportunities for FRP pipes. Major types of FRP pipes include Polyester, Polyurethane, Epoxy and others. These FRP pipes are now days widely used in new application areas such as oil & gas, sewage pipe, irrigation and others. High cost of FRP pipes compared to pipes made with conventional materials is the major interruption in the market growth. Further market development will depend upon material availability at reasonable prices. The global FRP pipe market size in terms of value is projected to grow at a CAGR of 3.5% between 2015 and 2020 to reach $4 billion by 2020.
Rise in end- use industries such as furniture, building & construction, etc., coupled with soaring demand from emerging economies such as China, Japan, etc., is anticipated to drive the melamine formaldehyde market globally. Also, this growth is largely fueled by the increasing applications, technological advancements, and growing demand in the Asia-Pacific region. The melamine formaldehyde market is estimated to reach $4.4 Billion by 2019, signifying a CAGR of 9.9% between 2014 and 2019
The global adhesive resin market, along with its applications, has witnessed a high growth for the past few years and this growth is estimated to increase in the coming years. This growth is largely fueled by the increasing applications, technological advancements, and growing demand in the Asia-Pacific region. The adhesive resin market is estimated to reach 5,012.80 Thousand Tons by volume by 2020, signifying a firm CAGR of over 4.14% between 2015 and 2020.
Production chemicals are used for enhancing the recovery of hydrocarbons from the well. Various categories of production chemicals include corrosion inhibitors, scale inhibitors, asphaltene inhibitors, biocides, demulsifies, scavengers, surfactants, and others. These chemicals are added in production to achieve the optimum performance and enhance the effectiveness of the oil recovery. Global production chemicals market is estimated at $ 4,452.0 Million in 2014 and projected to reach a market size of $ 6,173.5 Million in 2020, registering a CAGR of 5% to 6% during the same period.
The report on “bio plasticizers” considers its six commonly used applications: packaging materials, medical devices, consumer goods, wires & cables, building & construction, and others. The bio plasticizers market is witnessing high growth because of increasing end-use industry, technological advancements, stringent regulations, and increasing demand in the developing markets. Plasticizer is a substance that is added to other polymeric substances to aid processing of the polymer and to impart flexibility, plasticity, softness, and reduce brittleness. These additives are widely employed in PVC cable, PVC resins, wire jacketing, vinyl flooring, medical equipment, automobile parts, packaging materials, consumer goods, and others. Plasticizer is the most common additives used in the plastic industry. The ban on phthalates in PVC products and increasing consumer awareness in major markets are driving the market for bio plasticizer. The market size for bio plasticizer is projected to reach $1,140.3 Million by 2020, registering a CAGR of 9.8% between 2015 and 2020.
The chlorine market is estimated to witness a CAGR of 4.9% between 2014 and 2019 in terms of value, and is anticipated to generate a global market value of $33,362 million by 2019. The key participants in this market are The Dow Chemical Company (U.S.), BASF SE (Germany), Occidental Petroleum Corporation (U.S.), Formosa Plastics Corporation (Taiwan), Ineos Group Ltd. (U.K.), Olin Corporation (U.S.), PPG Industries (U.S.), Tata Chemicals Limited (India), Tosoh Corporation (Japan), and Hanwha Chemical Corporation (Korea).
Acrylic esters are used in many industries for various applications. They are required in surface coatings, adhesives & sealants, textiles, diapers & training pants and many other applications. The report covers qualitative aspect of acrylic esters and detailed volume (KT) and value ($Million) forecasts of acrylic esters along with its types, application and region. The Acrylic esters market is expected to witness a CAGR of 6.3% between 2014 and 2019 in terms of value, and is anticipated to generate a global market value of $9,143 Million by 2019.
EOR chemicals are used for enhancing the recovery of hydrocarbons from the well. Various types of EOR chemicals include surfactants, water soluble polymers, polymer gels, biopolymers, alkaline chemicals, and others. These chemicals are used in EOR applications to achieve the optimum performance and enhance the effectiveness of the oil recovery. The EOR chemicals market is projected to reach $150.35 million by 2019
The global sludge treatment chemicals market has been witnessing many developments over the past few years. Sludge treatment chemicals are preferred and widely accepted chemicals for sludge treatment. The focus of various regulatory bodies to reduce the volume and toxicity of sludge for meeting the future sustainability are further driving the market for sludge treatment chemicals globally. Sludge treatment chemicals consumption has grown significantly in the recent times and is at an emerging stage in various countries. Sludge Treatment Chemicals: $7.4 Billion market by 2020 signifying firm annualized growth rate of 5.10% from 2015 to 2020.
The polymer nanocomposites market in terms of value is expected to reach above $5,100 million by 2020, growing at a significant CAGR from 2014 to 2019. This report also includes the leading manufacturers’ profiles such as BYK Additives (Germany), 3D System (U.S.), Foster Corporation (U.S.), Industrial Nanotech (U.S.), Hybrid Plastics Inc. (U.S.), Inframat Corporation (U.K.), InMat Inc. (U.S.), Nanocor Incorporated (U.S.) and others.
The Asia-Pacific base oil market is estimated to register a CAGR of 3.5% between 2015 and 2020 and the demand is estimated to reach 25,226.5 KT by 2020. The demand for base oil is expected to witness a steady growth in the Asia-Pacific countries. The market size is expected to increase in Asia-Pacific, due to the economic growth in the nations such as South Korea, China, and India.
Pharmaceutical grade sodium chloride is required in injections; hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, & hemofiltration solutions, oral rehydration salts (ORS), channeling agents/ osmotic agent, mechanical cleansing solutions, and others (dietary formulations and infant formulations). The report covers qualitative aspect of Pharmaceutical grade sodium chloride and detailed volume (kilotons) and value ($Million) forecasts of Pharmaceutical grade sodium chloride along with its applications and region. The pharmaceutical grade sodium chloride market is estimated to witness a CAGR of 6.9% between 2014 and 2019 in terms of volume, and the consumption is anticipated to reach 690 KT by 2019.
Oxo alcohols are prepared by reacting olefins with syngas (hydroformulation reaction) under low pressure in presence of rhodium catalyst. The resultant aldehyde is hydrogenated to give Oxo-alcohols. Various olefins such as ethylene, propylene, acetylene can be used as raw materials for preparation of different kinds of Oxo-alcohols. The commercially important Oxo alcohols are N-butanol, 2-ethylhexanol, Isobutanol, and others. The market of Oxo alcohols is forecasted to be around 12,601 KT in terms of volume in 2020 growing at a CAGR around 4.4%. Oxo-alcohols are primarily consumed as solvents for preparing plasticizers, paints, coatings & adhesives, lubricant additives and in chemical manufacturing. The major end user industries of Oxo alcohols are acrylates, acetates, chemical intermediates, and plasticizers.
High temperature elastomers are those elastomers which can be used in high temperature applications requirements. In applications like under-the-hood applications in automotive industry, sterilization in medical industry, and others require materials those can withstand high temperatures, generally above 1500 Celsius and above. For such applications special types of elastomers are used those can withstand extreme temperature for prolonged time period without failing. HTEs are relatively costly and are used in small quantities, when compared to other elastomers, hence making their market size in terms of volume comparatively small. Other properties of HTEs, such as high chemical and solvent resistance, make them suitable for aerospace, chemical processing, and oil and gas applications.
Biocatalysts are widely used in the food and beverage industry since several years as food enzymes for instance in dairy products, bakery, and beverages. Biocatalysts may be of different types and are used in various applications. Protease and amylases are widely used to remove food related stains. These enzymes have applications in both food & beverage and laundry detergent industry. Enzymes such as lipases and peroxidase are used in the personal care industry as they have anti-microbial applications.
Oleochemicals are used primarily in the personal care industry for manufacturing of various lotions, creams, and so on. Oleochemicals are replacing many petroleum based products as their properties help build a product which is better for the environment and which can be manufactured from renewable raw materials. Major types for oleochemicals include fatty acids, fatty alcohols, glycerin, and others. The market for glycerin is projected to grow at the fastest rate. Fatty acids were observed to dominate the global market by type, for oleochemicals, and were estimated to control around 56.34% of the total oleochemicals consumption by type.
The global ink solvents market, along with its applications, has witnessed a moderate growth for the past few years and this growth is estimated to increase in the coming years. The ink solvents market is estimated to reach 1,221.11 kilotons by volume by 2019, signifying a firm CAGR of over 5% between 2014 and 2019.
The global high temperature market has been growing rapidly during the last few years. The market is expected to continue growing at a healthy rate in the next five years, mainly driven by a growth in the end-user industries such as automotive and aerospace industry. The high temperatuire plastics market is expected to reach $13,317.95 Million by 2019. The top players of the industry are profiled in detail with their recent developments and other strategic industry activities. These include Solvay S.A. (Belgium), SABIC Innovative Plastics (The Netherlands), E. I. du Pont de Nemours and Company (U.S.), Celanese Corporation (U.S.), Victrex plc. (U.K.), and others.
Fluoropolymer coating systems are prepared from fluoropolymer resin such as PTFE, PVDF, FEP, ETFE resin. The coating system consists of fluoropolymer resin along with binder resins, solvent, pigments and additives. The ratio of these components in the system dominates the characteristics of coatings and they are unique and proprietary for each coating manufacturer. The fluoropolymer coating market has grown rapidly during the past few years and this trend is expected to continue in the next five years. Fluoropolymer Coatings: A projected value of $1,534 million by 2019, signifying firm annualized growth of 6.36% between 2014 and 2019.
High temperature adhesives are the bonding agents that have applications for service temperature 150°C and above. High temperature adhesives do not lose their bonding and tensile strength in high temperatures. These adhesives have only industrial applications as the service temperature is very high. As the number of industries are continues to increase in emerging markets like India and Brazil the demand of high temperature adhesives also goes on increasing. High temperature adhesives can be classified on the basis of chemical composition, such as polyurethane, epoxy, silicone, polyamide, and others. They can also be classified on the basis of end application market, such as electronics & electrical, automotive, aerospace, construction, marine, and other industrial applications.
Nanocoatings are materials that are manufactured by shrinking raw materials at the molecular level to form a denser product; they are measured on a nano-scale. They, due to lower VOCs (volatile organic contents) content, are preferred over traditional coatings. Nanocoatings have characteristics, such as scratch, UV, chemical resistance, low maintenance, anti-corrosion, and color and gloss retention among others. They also prevent the painted surface from being damaged that is caused by external factors, such as UV and acid rain. Nanocoatings are classified as anti-fingerprint, anti-microbial, anti-fouling and easy-to-clean, self-cleaning (bionic and photocatalytic), and others (specialty coatings and anti-corrosion). Anti-microbial is the most used nanocoating across various applications. Anti-microbial nanocoatings are used by applications, such as healthcare, water treatment, food manufacturing, and packaging. Anti-fouling and easy-to-clean nanocoatings are the second-largest market for nanocoatings and find applications in marine, food manufacturing, automotive, and electronics among others. Anti-fingerprint nanocoatings are projected to grow in the near future due to the increasing demand from the electronics, automotive, medical, and healthcare industries. Other types of nanocoatings find applications in the construction, packaging, and textiles industries.
The Alkylamine Market, along with its end products, has witnessed an improved growth in the past few years. This is projected to remain the same in the next five years, especially in the Asia-Pacific and RoW regions. The global alkylamines market is estimated to grow from $4,097.34 million in 2014 to $5,611.23 million by 2019, at a CAGR of 6.5% from 2014 to 2019.
This report includes eight different applications of activated carbon for mercury control in flue gas. They are coal burning (all uses including power plants), oil & natural gas burning, primary production of ferrous metals, primary production of non-ferrous metals, gold mining & production (small scale & large scale), cement production, oil refining, and others. The market of activated carbon for mercury control in flue gas is projected to register a CAGR of 19.25% between 2014 and 2019 and is expected to generate the global market size in terms of value with $12,193.72million by 2019.
The Middle East & Africa lubricants market is growing at a significant rate, driven by the tremendous growth in the region of the transportation and industrial sectors. The development of the tourism, mining, quarrying industries in Africa and crude oil and natural gas exploration, construction industry in the Middle East is driving the growth of lubricants consumption in the region. The Middle East & Africa lubricants market in terms of volume was 4,157.7 KT in 2013, and is poised to register a CAGR of 3.2% between 2014 and 2019. The market has been segmented into four categories based on the type, namely, mineral oil, synthetic oil, bio-based and greases.
The coil coatings market is experiencing enormous growth which is expected to continue in the near future, mainly driven by the highly growing Asia-Pacific, RoW, and North American regions. Considerable amount of investments and expansions are made by different market players to serve the end-user applications industries in the future. The Asia-Pacific region is the major coil coatings market that accounted for about 51.04% market demand of the total global demand in 2013. The coil coatings market is estimated to reach 348.50 million gallons by volume by 2019, signifying a firm CAGR of over 4.59% between 2014 and 2019.
Leather chemicals are used at different stages of leather production. The process starts with beamhouse operations, followed by tanning operations. The global leather chemicals market is witnessing high growth due to the growing demand for premium quality leather. The leather chemicals market is projected to reach $7,963 million at a CAGR of 7.64% by 2019.