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Ultra-High Molecular Weight Polyethylene Market Growth and Restrain Factors Analysis 2023-2030
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Published June 19, 2023
InsightAce Analytic Pvt. Ltd. announces the release of a market assessment report on the “Global Ultra-High Molecular Weight Polyethylene Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report By Type (Sheets, Rods & Tubes, Fibers, Films, Taps), Application (Prosthetics, Filtration, Batteries, Fabrics, Additives, Membranes) And End Use Industry (Aerospace, Defense & Shipping, Healthcare & Medical, Mechanical Equipment, Consumer Goods)- Market Outlook And Industry Analysis 2031″
The global Ultra-High molecular weight polyethylene market is estimated to reach over USD 4.14 billion by 2031, exhibiting a CAGR of 10.02% during the forecast period.
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Ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene (UHMWPE) is a type of plastic that has a very high molecular weight and is known for its unique properties. It is widely used in the military industry for its high impact strength, energy absorption capacity, and wear resistance, as well as in medical applications for its chemical resistance and corrosion resistance, due to increasing demand in the military and medical sectors. UHMWPE is also used in a variety of other industries because of its low friction coefficient, self-lubricating properties, and wide temperature range.
Worldwide, UHMWPE is utilized for boat and truck beds, chute and hopper linings, wear strips, chain guides, and bushings. It does so because it is chemically inert, self-lubricating, and has a low moisture absorption rate in addition to offering effective electrical and thermal insulation. The resistance to chemical assaults is one of UHMWPE’s additional advantages.
Additionally, because of its versatility, more industrial applications are being developed that require durability, low friction, and chemical resistance. All these factors are responsible for market growth.
List of Prominent Players in the Ultra-High Molecular Weight Polyethylene Market:
- Asahi Kasei Corporation (Japan)
- Braskem (Brazil)
- Celanese Corporation (US)
- Cp Medical, Inc
- Crown Plastic, Inc
- DSM (Netherlands)
- DuPont (US)
- Emco Industrial Plastics, Inc
- Garland Manufacturing Company
- Global Polymers
- Honeywell International, Inc. (US)
- Jijujiang Zhongke Xining New Material Co., Ltd.
- LyondellBasell Industries N.V. (Netherlands)
- Mitsubishi Belting LTD.
- Mitsui Chemicals, Inc. (Japan)
- Nitto Denko Corporation
- Orthoplastics
- Redwood Plastics and Rubber
- Reliance Industries Limited
- Rochling Group
- Saudi Arabia Basic Industries Corporation (Saudi Arabia)
- Shandong Ningjin Xining Chemical Co., Ltd
- Shanghai Lianle Chemical Industry Science and Technology Co. Ltd.
- Teijin Limited (Japan)
- TSE Industries
Market Dynamics:
Drivers-
Over the projected period, the market is anticipated to be driven by rising investments and initiatives by governments of various nations around the world to equip their militaries with improved protective gear. Soldier mobility is supported by protective equipment such as ballistic protection goods include shields and plate inserts, bulletproof vests, battle helmets, and protective armour. Government initiatives like the Soldier Protection System will increase demand for aerospace and defence industry products. UHMWPE is also a stronger and safer alternative to steel for wire ropes used in the aerospace and defence sector. Due to its self-lubricating and vibration-reducing qualities, ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene is utilised in the automotive industry for supporting belts, car seat components, and truck shock spacers.
Challenges:
Steel, polypropylene, and polyethylene are examples of conventional metals and polymers. UHMWPE is a novel polymer with superior properties. Increased impact resistance, a low coefficient of friction, an extraordinary capacity for absorbing energy, and resistance to wear and abrasion are some of these qualities. However, these advantageous characteristics raise the cost of UHMWPE and are projected to limit its growth in the next years. Additionally, demand for the good has unfavourably declined across a number of industries as a result of COVID-19’s negative effects on supply, transportation, and industrial output.
Regional Trends:
It is anticipated that North America will continue to lead the global UHMWPE market during the forecast period. Ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene is widely used in a variety of industries, including aerospace & defense, automotive, and healthcare, and this is driving the market’s expansion. Besides, the Asia-Pacific has the highest CAGR throughout the course of the forecast period as a result of continued investments in the development of the medical industry. UHMW PE is mostly used in orthopaedic manufacturing plants because of its properties. One of the things driving the need for UHMW PE is the expansion of the medical industry in the Asia-Pacific region.
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Recent Developments:
- In March 2021, Celanese Corporation officially announced the expansion of its GUR ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene production capacity to approximately 34 KT in Europe. This new expansion will boost the growth of the company in the GUR-engineered materials portfolio. Additionally, through this expansion, the company will be able to meet the rising demand for Lithium-Ion Battery Separators in the electric vehicle market.
- In October 2020, SABIC and Schwarz Group launched the use of transparent film bags made from certified circular polyethylene in vegetable packaging. This project will make use of PE technologies of the company’s TRUCIRCLE which consists of certified circular polymers including high-density polyethylene (HDPE), low-density and linear low-density polyethylene along with SUPEER metallocene polyethylene resins.
Segmentation of Ultra-High Molecular Weight Polyethylene Market-
By Form-
- Sheets
- Others (Powder and Granules)
By Application
By End-Use Industry
- Aerospace, Defense & Shipping
- Others (Chemicals, Food & Beverage, and Electronics)
By Region-
North America-
Europe-
- Germany
- The UK
- France
- Italy
- Spain
- Rest of Europe
Asia-Pacific-
- China
- Japan
- India
- South Korea
- Southeast Asia
- Rest of Asia Pacific
Latin America-
- Brazil
- Argentina
- Rest of Latin America
Middle East & Africa-
- GCC Countries
- South Africa
- Rest of Middle East and Africa
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