Global Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET) & Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT) Resins Market Size By PET Type (Transparent & Non-Transparent PET and Recycled PET), By PET Application (Bottles, Films, Food Packaging), By PBT Application (Electrical & Electronics, Automotive), By Geographic Scope And Forecast

Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET) & Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT) Resins Market Size And Forecast

Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET) & Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT) Resins Market size was valued at USD 39.89 Billion in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 29.2 Billion by 2031, growing at a CAGR of 7.18% from 2024 to 2031

The increasing demand for products due to the unique feature of PET being only recyclable polyester and is used in different applications compared to the other thermosetting materials and the rise in demand from the automotive sector for PBT materials to reduce fuel consumption and CO2 emission are expected to boost the global market growth of Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET) & Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT) Resins in the upcoming years. In the future, increased awareness of recycled Polyethene Terephthalate’s advantages will likely drive strong demand in the worldwide Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET) Resin market. Furthermore, increasing usage in attention merchandise, demand from personal care and pharmaceutical business, and the quality of ready-to-drink beverages & flavoured water are likely to boost the market growth.

Global Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET) & Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT) Resins Market Definition

PET stands for polyethylene terephthalate, the chemical term for polyester and is also abbreviated as PETE. PET is a transparent, sturdy, and lightweight plastic commonly used in packaging foods and beverages, particularly convenience-sized soft drinks, juices, and water. In comparison to other thermosetting materials, polyethylene terephthalate is a recyclable polyester that is employed in a wide range of applications. The fact that it is reusable provides a cost-benefit to the makers. PET bottle use rises as a result of recycling. Several primary beverages and fast-moving consumer goods businesses have pledged to use 50% recycled plastic in their packaging.

On the other hand, Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT) is a raw material used to produce synthetic fibers and engineering plastics. It’s a semi-crystalline, white or off-white polyester similar to Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET) in composition and qualities. It is weaker and less rigid than Polyethylene Terephthalate. PBT is chosen for industrial-scale molding because it crystallizes faster than PET. PBT Resin is the foundation resin for PBT compounds, which can include a mix of PBT resin, fiber glass filler, minerals, and other additives like UV protection agents and flame retardants.

Global Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET) & Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT) Resins Market Overview

The increasing demand for products due to the unique feature of PET being only recyclable polyester and is used in different applications compared to the other thermosetting materials and the rise in demand from the automotive sector for PBT materials to reduce fuel consumption and CO2 emission are expected to boost the global market growth of Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET) & Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT) Resins in the upcoming years. PET (recycled polyethylene terephthalate) is a highly recyclable plastic that is one of the most extensively used recycled plastics worldwide. Fiber for carpets, garments, upholstery, knitwear, fiberfill for sleeping bags and cushions, sheet and film, and automobile parts are all made from rPET. By 2030, several large global beverages and fast-moving consumer goods businesses have pledged to use 50 percent recycled content in their plastic packaging. As a result, the demand for recycled materials that are food-grade certified is likely to rise.

Furthermore, demand from the automotive sector for PBT materials to reduce fuel consumption and CO2 emission is expected to exponentially boost the global market growth of Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT) Resins. PBT is used in various applications, including automotive, optical fiber cables, appliances, electrical and electronics, etc. Automotive is the market leader since it is used in interior and exterior elements and car electrical system components.

However, the market’s expansion is being hampered by the availability of raw materials. The rise in crude oil and petrochemicals has dramatically increased the cost of raw materials. Because PET resin is made from crude oil, fluctuations in crude oil prices will impact the price of PET resin. As a result, the current conflict between Russia and Ukraine has severely harmed raw material availability. But, concerns about pollution have prompted a surge in demand for environmentally friendly and sustainable packaging options, including recycled plastic. Beverage manufacturers are looking for flexible and easy-to-change machines, allowing them to accommodate variations in rPET quality. Manufacturers in the rPET market should see opportunities for growth as a result of such activities for developing sustainable packaging materials.

Global Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET) & Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT) Resins MarketSegmentation Analysis

The Global Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET) & Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT) Resins Market is segmented based on PET Type, PET Application, PBT Application, and Geography.

Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET) Resins Market Segmentation, By PET Type

• Transparent & Non-Transparent PET• Recycled PET

Global Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET) Resins Market is segmented into Transparent & Non-Transparent PET and Recycled PET based on PET Type. By 2030, the Transparent & Non-Transparent PET segment is expected to account for a significant portion of the Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET) Resins market. An increase in demand for PET containers, particularly in the food and beverage industry, as well as an increase in demand for frozen and processed foods, are the prime reasons for the segment’s growth.

Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET) Resins Market Segmentation, By PET Application

• Bottles• Films• Food Packaging• Cosmetics• Others

Global Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT) Resins Market is segmented into Bottles, Films, Food Packaging, Cosmetics, and Others based on PET Application. Due to increased demand and increased consumption of PET bottles in food and beverage, consumer goods, and others, the Bottles segment is predicted to grow fast throughout the period.

Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT) Resins Market Segmentation, By PBT Application

• Electrical & Electronics• Automotive• Consumer Appliances• Packaging Components• Others

Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT) Resins Market is segmented into Electrical & Electronics, Automotive, Consumer Appliances, Packaging Components, and Others based on PBT Application. Socio-economic development and rising disposable income are responsible for the Electrical & Electronics segment’s large market share.

Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET) & Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT) Resins Market, By Geography

• North America• Europe• Asia Pacific• Latin America• Middle East

Based on regional analysis, the global Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET) & Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT) Resins Market is classified into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and the Middle East. The Asia Pacific accounted for a significant share of the global Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET) & Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT) resin market. During the forecast period, the market in the region is expected to hold the largest revenue share owing to the rise in demand for PET bottles, films and other items. Furthermore, with the same thermo-mechanical qualities as metal, PBT is replacing metal in numerous areas, including automotive applications, which will eventually drive the PBT resin market.

Key Players

The “Global Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET) & Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT) Resins Market” report will give value-for-money insight with an emphasis on the market. The major players in the market are SABIC, BASF SE, Indorama Ventures Limited, Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation, Alpek, Nan Ya Plastics, DuPont, Reliance Industries, Far Eastern New Century, and Others.

Key Developments

• In January 2022LNP Elcrin WF006XXPiQ and LNP Elcrin WF0061XPiQ are two new polybutylene terephthalate (PBT) compounds launched from SABIC. These are the first two grades of a new material line that comprises pre-consumer recycled glass fibers recovered from industrial waste sources.

• In July 2019BASF introduced the first thermoformable PBT for extrusion and thermoforming worldwide. Extrusion of films and packaging or technical thermoforming is possible with this material.

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