MARKET INTRODUCTION

Masterbatches are plastic additives that are available in solid and liquid forms. Different types of carrier polymer such as polyethylene, polyvinyl chloride, polypropylene, polyethylene terephthalate are preferred along with the product for use in injection molding and extrusion process. The masterbatches are used to impart color and enhance polymers' useful properties such as antifog, UV stabilizing, antilocking, flame retardation, and antistatic. The masterbatch finds applications in packaging, building & construction, automotive, agriculture, consumer goods, and various other end-use industries.

MARKET DYNAMICS

Different types of masterbatch used in combination with polymers to make attractive packaging is the key factor bolstering the product demand over the forecast period. The surging focus on using plastic in the automotive industry to reduce vehicle weight and improve fuel efficiency drives the demand for different types of plastic that use this product to impart functional properties. Besides, major players in the market escalate their research and development endeavors to improve the masterbatches' efficiency further. However, the product's rising prices is one of the main concerning factors that may hinder the overall masterbatch market's growth in the coming years.

MARKET SCOPE

The "Global Masterbatch Market Analysis to 2027" is a specialized and in-depth study of the chemicals & materials industry with a particular focus on the global market trend analysis. The report aims to provide an overview of the masterbatch market with detailed market segmentation by type, polymers, and application. The global masterbatch market is expected to witness high growth during the forecast period. The report provides key statistics on the market status of the leading masterbatch market players and offers key trends and opportunities in the market.

MARKET SEGMENTATION

The global masterbatch market is segmented into type, polymers, and application. By type, the masterbatch market is classified into Color , White, Black, Additive, Filler. By polymers, the masterbatch market is classified into Polypropylene (PP), Polyethylene (PE), Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC), Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET), Others. By application, the masterbatch market is classified into Packaging, Building & Construction, Consumer Goods, Automotive, Agriculture, Others.

REGIONAL FRAMEWORK

The report provides a detailed overview of the industry, including both qualitative and quantitative information. It provides an overview and forecast of the global masterbatch market based on various segments. It also provides market size and forecast estimates from the year 2017 to 2027 concerning five major regions, namely; North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific (APAC), Middle East and Africa (MEA), and South America. The masterbatch market by each region is later sub-segmented by respective countries and segments. The report covers the analysis and forecast of 18 countries globally, along with the current trend and opportunities prevailing in the region.

The report analyzes factors affecting the masterbatch market from both demand and supply side. Further, it evaluates market dynamics affecting the market during the forecast period, i.e., drivers, restraints, opportunities, and future trends. The report also provides exhaustive PEST analysis for all five regions, namely; North America, Europe, APAC, MEA, and South America, after evaluating political, economic, social, and technological factors affecting the masterbatch market in these regions.

MARKET PLAYERS

The report covers vital developments in the masterbatch market as organic and inorganic growth strategies. Various companies are focusing on organic growth strategies such as product launches, product approvals, and others, such as patents and events. Inorganic growth strategies activities witnessed in the market were acquisitions and partnerships & collaborations. These activities have paved the way for the expansion of business and customer base of market players. The market payers from the masterbatch market are anticipated to lucrative growth opportunities in the future with the rising demand for masterbatch in the global market. Below mentioned is the list of few companies engaged in the masterbatch market.

The report also includes the profiles of key companies along with their SWOT analysis and market strategies in the masterbatch market. Besides, the report focuses on leading industry players with information such as company profiles, components, and services offered, financial information of the last three years, the critical development in the past five years.

- Clariant AG
- Ampacet Corporation
- LyondellBasell
- Polyone Corporation
- Cabot Corporation
- Plastika Kritis S.A.
- Plastiblends India Ltd.
- Hubron International
- Tosaf Group
- Penn Color, Inc.