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Market Overview of Global Expanded Polypropylene (Epp) Foam market:
According to our latest research, the global Expanded Polypropylene (Epp) Foam market looks promising in the next 5 years. As of 2022, the global Expanded Polypropylene (Epp) Foam market was estimated at USD 1789.59 million, and it's anticipated to reach USD 2333.4 million in 2028, with a CAGR of 4.52% during the forecast years.
Expanded polypropylene (EPP) foam is a bead foam for automotive and industrial packaging applications. They have unique properties such as insulation, excellent energy absorption, chemical and water resistance, impact resistance and more.
Kaneka has agreed to acquire a U.S. Formulated Advanced Resin Supplier
June 20, 2017
Kaneka Corporation's (Osaka, Japan, President: Mamoru Kadokura) wholly owned subsidiary, Kaneka Americas Holding, Inc. ("KAH") (Texas, USA, President: Kazuhiko Fujii) and Applied Poleramic Inc. ("API") (California, USA, President: Brian S. Hayes), a formulated advanced resin supplier in the aerospace area have agreed to KAH's acquisition of all of API's shares and have entered into a Stock Purchase Agreement on June 19, 2017. KAH shall acquire all of API's stocks* for approximately USD 15 Million and API will become a consolidated subsidiary of KAH.
The acquisition is subject to approval by the Committee of Foreign Investment in the United States and satisfaction of other customary conditions.
Region Overview:
In global comparison, a significant portion of the revenue was generated in Asia-Pacific (42.88% in 2022).
Company Overview:
JSP Corporation is one of the major players operating in the Expanded Polypropylene (Epp) Foam market, holding a share of 45.6% in 2021.
JSP Corporation
JSP Corporation is the world's largest producer of expanded polypropylene plastics (EPP), backed by its proprietary beads foaming and extrusion foaming processes. The company, which developed the first EPPs in the 1970s, markets these materials under the P-Block, ARPOR (in North America), and EPPOR brand names, as well as its Super Blow line of hybrid foam technology products.
Kaneka Corporation
KANEKA CORPORATION manufactures and sells a wide range of synthetic resins, and chemicals for foods and medicines. The Company operates sales/manufacturing subsidiaries in Belgium, Malaysia, Singapore, and US.
Segmentation Overview:
By type, High density segment accounted for the largest share of market in 2022.
High density
High density grades are used where energy management is important, such as automotive bumpers and interior passenger safety components.
Medium density
Medium densities find applications in furniture and other consumer products.
Low density
Low density grades are used for packaging applications.
Application Overview:
By application, the Automotive Parts segment occupied the biggest share from 2018 to 2022.
This report covers a research time span from 2018 to 2028, and presents a deep and comprehensive analysis of the global Expanded Polypropylene (Epp) Foam market, with a systematical description of the status quo and trends of the whole market, a close look into the competitive landscape of the major players, and a detailed elaboration on segment markets by type, by application and by region.
Key Takeaways from the Global Expanded Polypropylene (Epp) Foam Market Report:
Market Size Estimates: Expanded Polypropylene (Epp) Foam market size estimation in terms of value and sales volume from 2018-2028
Market Trends and Dynamics: Expanded Polypropylene (Epp) Foam market drivers, opportunities, challenges, and risks
Macro-economy and Regional Conflict: Influence of global inflation and Russia & Ukraine War on the Expanded Polypropylene (Epp) Foam market
Segment Market Analysis: Expanded Polypropylene (Epp) Foam market value and sales volume by type and by application from 2018-2028
Regional Market Analysis: Expanded Polypropylene (Epp) Foam market situations and prospects in North America, Asia Pacific, Europe, Latin America, Middle East, Africa
Country-level Studies on the Expanded Polypropylene (Epp) Foam Market: Revenue and sales volume of major countries in each region
Expanded Polypropylene (Epp) Foam Market Competitive Landscape and Major Players: Analysis of 10-15 leading market players, sales, price, revenue, gross, gross margin, product profile and application, etc.
Trade Flow: Import and export volume of the Expanded Polypropylene (Epp) Foam market in major regions.
Expanded Polypropylene (Epp) Foam Industry Value Chain: Expanded Polypropylene (Epp) Foam market raw materials & suppliers, manufacturing process, distributors, downstream customers
Expanded Polypropylene (Epp) Foam Industry News, Policies & Regulations
Key players in the global Expanded Polypropylene (Epp) Foam market are covered in Chapter 12:
K. K. Nag Pvt. Ltd.
LOTTE Chemical
JSP Corporation
HTEC
Hanwha Corporation
Kaneka Corporation
BASF
Sonoco
Plymouth Foam
In Chapter 2 and Chapter 15.1, based on types, the Expanded Polypropylene (Epp) Foam market from 2018 to 2028 is primarily split into:
High Density
Medium Density
Low Density
In Chapter 3 and Chapter 15.2, based on applications, the Expanded Polypropylene (Epp) Foam market from 2018 to 2028 covers:
Industrial Packaging
Automotive Parts
Consumer Products
Building and Construction
Others
Geographically, the detailed analysis of consumption, revenue, market share and growth rate of the following regions are covered in Chapter 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 15.3, 15.4:
North America (Covered in Chapter 7)
United States
Canada
Asia-Pacific (Covered in Chapter 8)
China
Japan
India
South Korea
Southeast Asia
Australia
Others
Europe (Covered in Chapter 9)
Germany
France
UK
Italy
Spain
Russia
Poland
Others
Latin America (Covered in Chapter 10)
Mexico
Brazil
Argentina
Others
Middle East and Africa (Covered in Chapter 11)
GCC Countries
Africa
Others
The data of this research report is mainly obtained from industry associations, magazines, press releases, national customs, annual reports of enterprises, expert interviews, paid databases and other channels with authority. It also provides scientific forecasts of the industry's core development indicators through professional analysis and forecasting models.
In short, whatever role you take in this industry value chain, this report will help you or your company to acquire a systematic and in-depth understanding of the industry.
Chapter Outline
This report consists of 16 chapters. Below is a brief guideline to help you quickly grasp the main contents of each chapter:
Chapter 1 starts the report with an overview of the Expanded Polypropylene (Epp) Foam market, as well as the definitions of the target market and the subdivisions. Through the presented global market size, regional market sizes, and segment market shares, you will be able to draw an overall and comprehensive picture of the market situation. Meanwhile, the research method and data source will be shared in this chapter.
Chapter 2 and Chapter 3 breaks down the market by different types and applications, with historic data presented in metrics of sales volume, revenue, market share and growth rate.
Chapter 4 elaborates on market dynamics and future trends in the industry, which contains an in-depth analysis of market drivers, opportunities, challenges, and risks. Other essential factors that will have a major impact on the market, i.e., industry news and policies in recent years, global inflation, and regional conflict, are also taken into consideration.
Chapter 5 compares the sales volume and revenue of the major regions across the globe, which enables the readers to understand the regional competitive pattern.
Chapter 6 is the analysis of the trade flow. Import volume and export volume are revealed on a regional level.
Chapters 7-11 focus on country-level studies. Data from the major countries in each region are provided, showing the current development of the industry in different countries. Besides, you will also find qualitative trends analysis under global inflation under each of the 6 regions.
Chapter 12 first up presents the competitive landscape by displaying and comparing the revenues, sales volumes, and market shares of the top players in the market, followed by a company-by-company analysis of all the major market participants with introductions of their products, product applications, company profiles, and business overview. In addition, their competitiveness is manifested through numbers of sales volume, revenue, price, gross and gross margin.
Chapter 13 looks into the whole market industrial chain, ranging from the upstream key raw materials and their suppliers to midstream distributors and downstream customers, with influences of global inflation taken into consideration.
Chapter 14 is perfect for those who wish to develop new projects in the industry. This chapter sheds a light on industry entry barriers and gives suggestions on new project investments.
Chapter 15 forecasts the future trend of the market from the perspective of different types, applications, and major regions.
Chapter 16 is the conclusion of the report which helps the readers sum up the main findings and insights.
Years considered for this report:
Historical Years: 2018-2022
Base Year: 2022
Estimated Year: 2023
Forecast Period: 2023-2028