Polybutadiene Market Overview
Polybutadiene Market size is forecast to reach US$4.7 billion by 2027,
after growing at a CAGR of 5.5% during 2022-2027. Polybutadiene (butadiene
rubber) is a synthetic rubber formed from the polymerization of the monomer 1,3-butadiene.
The market is being spurred by factors such as the growing medical & healthcare
industry in emerging economies, increasing demand for automotive, and the growing
use of polybutadiene in the synthesis of acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS).
Furthermore, it is projected that the bolstering marine industry will also contribute
towards Polybutadiene Market growth during the forecast period. The
polybutadiene industry has long been concerned about its environmental impact
and long-term viability. The negative effects of butadiene production on the
environment and living organisms have raised concerns about polybutadiene, thereby
restricting market growth.
COVID-19 Impact
The COVID-19 epidemic negatively impacted the polybutadiene (butadiene
rubber) demand in a variety of end-use industries, including aerospace,
automotive, medical, and more. Due to supply chain disruptions such as raw
material delays or non-arrival, disrupted financial flows, and rising
absenteeism among production line staff, OEMs were forced to function at zero
or partial capacity, resulting in lower demand for polybutadiene products. The
outbreak had a major effect on the automotive industry due to the closure of
non-essential businesses. The automotive production was disruptively halted as
the demand gradually shrank. For instance, global automotive production fell by
16 percent in 2020, according to the International Organization of Motor Vehicle
Manufacturers. Due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, Toyota Motor
Corporation's global vehicle production in 2020 was down 12.6 percent year over
year. Due to which the demand for tires significantly reduced, which impacted
the Polybutadiene Market revenue in 2020.
Polybutadiene Market Report Coverage
The report: “Polybutadiene
Market – Forecast (2022-2027)”, by IndustryARC, covers an in-depth analysis
of the following segments of the Polybutadiene Industry.
By Type: Solid
(High Cis, Low Cis, High Trans, and High Vinyl), and Liquid (1,4-Polybutadiene,
1,2-Polybutadiene, and Hydroxyl-Terminated Polybutadiene (HTPB))
By Application: Tires, Conveyor Belts, Clutches, Engine Bearings, Drinking Water
Seals, Polymer Modification, Golf Balls, Coatings, Adhesives & Sealants,
and Others
By End-Use Industry: Automotive (Passenger Vehicles (PV), Light Commercial Vehicles
(LCV), Heavy Commercial Vehicles (HCV), and Off-road Vehicles), Aerospace
(Commercial Aircrafts, Helicopters, Rotorcrafts, and Others), Marine (Supply
Vessels, Passenger, and Others), Oil & Gas, Building and Construction
(Residential, and Commercial), Electrical & Electronics, Manufacturing
(Food & Beverage, Rubber, Plastic, Chemical, and Others), Sports &
Leisure, Medical & Healthcare, and Others
By
Geography: North America (USA, Canada, and Mexico),
Europe (UK, Germany, France, Italy, Netherlands, Spain, Russia, Belgium, and
Rest of Europe), Asia-Pacific (China, Japan, India, South Korea, Australia and
New Zealand, Indonesia, Taiwan, Malaysia, and Rest of APAC), South America
(Brazil, Argentina, Colombia, Chile, and Rest of South America), Rest of the
World (Middle East, and Africa)
Key Takeaways
- Asia-Pacific dominates the Polybutadiene Market, owing to the increasing demand for automobiles in the region. This can be attributed to the growing per capita income of individuals and changing lifestyles coupled with the increasing population.
- The growing demand for improved performance and low-rolling resistant tires is expected to provide higher growth opportunities for the Polybutadiene Market.
- There is an increasing demand for a low-cost substitute to natural rubber with superior properties, which is expected to further drive the consumption of acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS), as a result of which the demand for polybutadiene will steadily increase.
- The market may be restricted during the forecast period by environmental hazards caused by polybutadiene and the price volatility of polybutadiene.
Figure: Asia-Pacific Polybutadiene Market Revenue, 2022-2027 (US$ Billion)
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Polybutadiene Market Segment Analysis – By Type
The high CIS segment held the largest share in the Polybutadiene Market in 2021 and is forecasted to grow at a CAGR of 4.2% during 2022-2027. This
growth is mainly attributed to high cis polybutadiene's (butadiene rubber) high
green strength and cut growth resistance properties. Furthermore, the increased
use of high CIS polybutadiene in tire manufacturing is expected to boost the market
growth. Moreover, the low vinyl content makes the high cis polybutadiene
material ideal for golf ball cores and acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS)
manufacturing.
Polybutadiene Market Segment Analysis – By End-Use Industry
The automotive segment held the largest share in the Polybutadiene Market
in 2021 and is forecasted to grow at a CAGR of 4.9% during 2022-2027. Polybutadiene
is widely used in various parts of automobile tires; it accounts for roughly
70% of global polybutadiene production, with the majority of it being high cis.
Due to the continuous flexing during the run, the synthetic rubber polybutadiene
is primarily used in the sidewall of truck tires, which helps to improve
fatigue to failure life. As a result, under extreme service conditions, tires
do not blow out. It's also used in the tread of big truck tires to reduce
abrasion, which means less wear, and to keep the tire running cool because the
internal heat dissipates quickly. Extrusion is used to create both parts. When
compared to SBR, Polybutadiene has a lower liquid-glass transition temperature,
which gives it a high wear resistance and low rolling resistance. Thus, all
these factors associated with polybutadiene is the major factor driving its demand
in the application of tire in automotive.
Polybutadiene Market Segment Analysis – By Geography
Asia-Pacific region held the largest share in the Polybutadiene Market in 2021 up to 36.3%. This recent surge can be attributed to the region's growing population, which is catalyzing urbanization trends and, as a result, driving up demand for automobiles. Since tire manufacturing is one of the product's most important applications, the region's growing automobile industry is expected to boost demand for polybutadiene. China, for illustration, is the world's largest vehicle market, according to the International Trade Administration (ITA), with the Chinese government expecting 35 million automobiles to be produced by 2025. The Indian automobile industry is expected to grow to US$300 billion by 2026, according to Invest India. In 2019, according to the Organisation Internationale des Constructeurs d'Automobiles (OICA), due to rising per capita income, automotive production in Malaysia and Vietnam increased to 571632 and 250000 units, respectively, up 1.2 percent and 5.5 percent from the previous year. Thus, it is evident from the above statistics that the automotive industry is flourishing in the region, which is accelerating the demand for polybutadiene in Asia-Pacific during the forecast period.
Polybutadiene Market Drivers
Increasing Electric Vehicle Production
Polybutadiene is often used to manufacture tires, coatings, adhesives, and sealants. And tires, coatings, adhesives, and sealants are often used in electric vehicles. The production and adoption of electric vehicles are anticipated to increase globally. For instance, according to Invest India, the Indian EV market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 44 percent between 2020 and 2027, with annual sales reaching 6.34 million units. Electric vehicles will have created five crore direct and indirect jobs by 2030. California has mandated that by 2035, all new passenger vehicles sold in the state be 100% electric. The recently unveiled American Jobs Initiative includes a total of US$174 billion in incentives, rebates, and investments to promote the production and adoption of electric vehicles. GM has also postulated that all diesel and gasoline-powered cars be phased out by 2035, with the entire fleet being converted to electric vehicles. Thus, it is anticipated that a gradual shift towards electric vehicles will strengthen the demand for tires, coatings, adhesives, and sealants, which as a result will drive the market.
Flourishing Aerospace Sector
In the aerospace industry, polybutadiene-based tires, coatings, adhesives, and sealants are used during the aircraft production process. The demand for aircraft is on an upsurge in various regions. For instance, in November 2020, Boeing projected that China's airlines will buy US$1.4 trillion worth of 8,600 new aircraft and US$1.7 trillion worth of commercial aviation services over the next 20 years. By 2030, the Middle East will require 2,520 airplanes, according to Boeing's current business forecast. Also, according to Boeing India is expected to drive the demand for 2,300 aircrafts worth US$320 billion over the next 20 years. According to Boeing, in 2020 8,995 aircraft fleet were delivered in North America, which is estimated to reach 10,610 fleets by 2039. Considering the importance associated with tires, coatings, adhesives, and sealants in airplanes, it is expected that the increasing aerospace industry will act as a driver for the Polybutadiene Market.
Polybutadiene Market Challenges
Health Risk Associated with Polybutadiene
Polybutadiene is a synthetic rubber made from the monomer 1,3-butadiene polymerized. Acute inhalation of 1,3-butadiene causes irritation of the eyes, nasal passages, throat, and lungs in humans. At very high exposure levels, neurological effects such as blurred vision, fatigue, headache, and vertigo have been reported. Humans exposed to 1,3-butadiene on the skin experience a cold sensation followed by a burning sensation. Humans exposed to 1,3-butadiene on the skin experience a cold sensation followed by a burning sensation, which can lead to frostbite. Chronic (long-term) inhalation exposure to 1,3-butadiene was linked to an increase in cardiovascular diseases like rheumatic and arteriosclerotic heart disease, according to one epidemiological study, while other human studies found effects on the blood. Thus, such health risks associated with polybutadiene are posing a significant challenge for the Polybutadiene Market.
Polybutadiene Industry Outlook
Technology launches,
acquisitions, and R&D activities are key strategies adopted by players in
the Polybutadiene Market. Polybutadiene Market top companies are:
- ARLANXEO
- JSR Corporation
- UBE Industries Ltd.
- SABIC
- LG Chem Ltd.
- Versalis SPA
- PJSC SIBUR Holdings
- Sinopec
- Kuraray Co. Ltd.
- LyondellBasell
Recent Developments
- In February 2019, SIBUR launched an investment project aimed at enhancing polybutadiene rubber (Nd-BR) production efficiency at its Voronezh facility (Voronezhsintezkauchuk). The project aims for a large-scale upgrade to boost the operational efficiency of the existing facility and ensure the production of consistently high-quality products. This project will enable SIBUR to produce quality products with improved operational efficiency.
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LIST OF TABLES
1.Global Polybutadiene Market By Type Market 2023-2030 ($M)1.1 Solid Polybutadiene Rubber Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Global Industry Research
1.1.1 High Vinyl Polybutadiene Market 2023-2030 ($M)
1.1.2 High Trans Polybutadiene Market 2023-2030 ($M)
1.2 Liquid Polybutadiene Rubber Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Global Industry Research
2.Global Polybutadiene Market By Type Market 2023-2030 (Volume/Units)
2.1 Solid Polybutadiene Rubber Market 2023-2030 (Volume/Units) - Global Industry Research
2.1.1 High Vinyl Polybutadiene Market 2023-2030 (Volume/Units)
2.1.2 High Trans Polybutadiene Market 2023-2030 (Volume/Units)
2.2 Liquid Polybutadiene Rubber Market 2023-2030 (Volume/Units) - Global Industry Research
3.North America Polybutadiene Market By Type Market 2023-2030 ($M)
3.1 Solid Polybutadiene Rubber Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
3.1.1 High Vinyl Polybutadiene Market 2023-2030 ($M)
3.1.2 High Trans Polybutadiene Market 2023-2030 ($M)
3.2 Liquid Polybutadiene Rubber Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
4.South America Polybutadiene Market By Type Market 2023-2030 ($M)
4.1 Solid Polybutadiene Rubber Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
4.1.1 High Vinyl Polybutadiene Market 2023-2030 ($M)
4.1.2 High Trans Polybutadiene Market 2023-2030 ($M)
4.2 Liquid Polybutadiene Rubber Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
5.Europe Polybutadiene Market By Type Market 2023-2030 ($M)
5.1 Solid Polybutadiene Rubber Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
5.1.1 High Vinyl Polybutadiene Market 2023-2030 ($M)
5.1.2 High Trans Polybutadiene Market 2023-2030 ($M)
5.2 Liquid Polybutadiene Rubber Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
6.APAC Polybutadiene Market By Type Market 2023-2030 ($M)
6.1 Solid Polybutadiene Rubber Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
6.1.1 High Vinyl Polybutadiene Market 2023-2030 ($M)
6.1.2 High Trans Polybutadiene Market 2023-2030 ($M)
6.2 Liquid Polybutadiene Rubber Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
7.MENA Polybutadiene Market By Type Market 2023-2030 ($M)
7.1 Solid Polybutadiene Rubber Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
7.1.1 High Vinyl Polybutadiene Market 2023-2030 ($M)
7.1.2 High Trans Polybutadiene Market 2023-2030 ($M)
7.2 Liquid Polybutadiene Rubber Market 2023-2030 ($M) - Regional Industry Research
LIST OF FIGURES
1.US Polybutadiene Market Revenue, 2023-2030 ($M)2.Canada Polybutadiene Market Revenue, 2023-2030 ($M)
3.Mexico Polybutadiene Market Revenue, 2023-2030 ($M)
4.Brazil Polybutadiene Market Revenue, 2023-2030 ($M)
5.Argentina Polybutadiene Market Revenue, 2023-2030 ($M)
6.Peru Polybutadiene Market Revenue, 2023-2030 ($M)
7.Colombia Polybutadiene Market Revenue, 2023-2030 ($M)
8.Chile Polybutadiene Market Revenue, 2023-2030 ($M)
9.Rest of South America Polybutadiene Market Revenue, 2023-2030 ($M)
10.UK Polybutadiene Market Revenue, 2023-2030 ($M)
11.Germany Polybutadiene Market Revenue, 2023-2030 ($M)
12.France Polybutadiene Market Revenue, 2023-2030 ($M)
13.Italy Polybutadiene Market Revenue, 2023-2030 ($M)
14.Spain Polybutadiene Market Revenue, 2023-2030 ($M)
15.Rest of Europe Polybutadiene Market Revenue, 2023-2030 ($M)
16.China Polybutadiene Market Revenue, 2023-2030 ($M)
17.India Polybutadiene Market Revenue, 2023-2030 ($M)
18.Japan Polybutadiene Market Revenue, 2023-2030 ($M)
19.South Korea Polybutadiene Market Revenue, 2023-2030 ($M)
20.South Africa Polybutadiene Market Revenue, 2023-2030 ($M)
21.North America Polybutadiene By Application
22.South America Polybutadiene By Application
23.Europe Polybutadiene By Application
24.APAC Polybutadiene By Application
25.MENA Polybutadiene By Application
26.Lanxess AG, Sales /Revenue, 2015-2018 ($Mn/$Bn)
27.JSR Corporation, Sales /Revenue, 2015-2018 ($Mn/$Bn)
28.Kumho Petrochemical Co. Ltd., Sales /Revenue, 2015-2018 ($Mn/$Bn)
29.Versalis S.P.A, Sales /Revenue, 2015-2018 ($Mn/$Bn)
30.Reliance Industries Limited, Sales /Revenue, 2015-2018 ($Mn/$Bn)
31.LG Chem Ltd., Sales /Revenue, 2015-2018 ($Mn/$Bn)
32.PJSC Sibur Holding, Sales /Revenue, 2015-2018 ($Mn/$Bn)
33.Kuraray Co. Ltd., Sales /Revenue, 2015-2018 ($Mn/$Bn)
34.Synthos S.A., Sales /Revenue, 2015-2018 ($Mn/$Bn)
35.The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company, Sales /Revenue, 2015-2018 ($Mn/$Bn)