Product Code: PLS089D
The global market for plastic injection molding was valued at $191.0 billion in 2023. The market is estimated to grow from $192.7 billion in 2024 to $235.7 billion by the end of 2029, at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.1% from 2024 to 2029.
The Asia-Pacific market for plastic injection molding is estimated to grow from $88.6 billion in 2024 to $111.9 billion by the end of 2029, at a CAGR of 4.8% from 2024 to 2029.
The North American market for plastic injection molding is estimated to grow from $48.1 billion in 2024 to $59.6 billion by the end of 2029, at a CAGR of 4.4% from 2024 to 2029.
Report Scope:
This report presents a detailed qualitative as well as quantitative analysis of thermoplastics within the injection molding market. The market estimates and forecasts are prepared based on the revenue generated from plastics sales to the injection molding industry. In addition, qualitative analyses of the market scenario for injection molding companies are also provided where necessary for clarity.
The study considers 2023 as the base year; forecasts are provided for revenue from 2024 to 2029 ($ million). The market study is further sub-segmented as below -
- Type: Polypropylene (PP), Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS), Polyethylene (PE), and Others.
- End-User: Packaging, Construction, Medical Devices, Transportation, and Others.
- Region: North America, Asia-Pacific, Europe, and the Rest of the World (RoW).
Report Includes:
- 47 data tables and 47 additional tables
- Analysis of the global markets for injection molding of thermoplastic materials
- Analyses of global market trends, with market revenue data from 2023, estimates for 2024, forecasts for 2028, and projected CAGRs through 2029
- Estimates of the current market size and revenue prospects, along with a market share analysis based on polymer type, end-user and region
- Facts and figures pertaining to the market dynamics, technology trends, regulations, and future prospects for the major types of thermoplastic resins used to produce molded products
- Review of the industry supply chain, using the Porter's Five Forces model, PESTLE and SWOT analyses to analyze the prevailing micro- and macro environmental factors
- Overview of sustainability trends and ESG developments in the industry, with a focus on consumer attitudes, companies' ESG score rankings and their ESG practices
- A look at recent patents
- An analysis of the industry structure, including companies' market shares, alliances, M&A activity and venture funding outlook
- Profiles of the major global players, including BASF SE, SABIC, Exxon Mobil Corp., LG Chem and LyondellBasell Industries Holdings B.V.
Table of Contents
Chapter 1 Executive Summary
- Market Outlook
- Scope of Report
- Market Summary
Chapter 2 Market Overview
- Market Definition
- Background
- Process
- Key Factors Impacting the Injection Molding Process
- Benefits of Injection Molding Over Other Manufacturing Techniques
- Porter's Five Forces Analysis
- Bargaining Power of Buyers
- Bargaining Power of Suppliers
- Potential for New Entrants to the Market
- Threat of Substitutes
- Competition in the Industry
- Supply Chain Analysis
- Raw Materials and Equipment Suppliers
- Injection Molders
- Distribution and Warehousing
- OEMs and End Users
- PESTLE Analysis
- SWOT Analysis
Chapter 3 Market Dynamics
- Market Dynamics Snapshot
- Market Drivers
- Developing Countries Acting as a Key Growth Contributors
- Growing Adoption of Circularity and Sustainability in Injection Molding
- The Popularizing Trend of Lightweight Across Key End-User Industries
- Technological Advancements in the Injection Molding Process
- Market Challenges
- Environmental Concerns Associated with Plastic Injection Molding
- Global Supply Chain Disruptions and Geopolitical Tensions
- Lack of Skilled Labor
- Market Restraints
- Challenges in the Plastic Injection Molding Process
- Market Opportunities
- Growing Prevalence of Custom Sustainable Injection Molding
Chapter 4 Emerging Technologies and Developments
- An Overview of the Current Innovations in Plastic Injection Molding Technology
- Key Innovations in Injection Molding Technology
- Process Integration with 3D Printing
- Injection Molding With Post-Consumer Resins (PCR)
- Micro Injection Molding
- Injection Molding Plastic Solar Cells
- Direct Metal Laser Sintering (DMLS)
- Innovative Plastic from Recycled Ocean Waste
Chapter 5 Market Segmentation Analysis
- Segmental Breakdown
- Market Analysis by Type
- Polypropylene (PP)
- Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS)
- Polyethylene (PE)
- Others
- Market Breakdown by End User
- Packaging
- Construction
- Medical Devices
- Transportation
- Others
- Geographic Breakdown
- Market Analysis by Region
- Asia-Pacific (APAC)
- North America
- Europe
- Rest of the World (RoW)
Chapter 6 Competitive Intelligence
- Top Players
- Latest Strategic Developments
Chapter 7 Sustainability in Plastic Injection Molding Market: ESG Perspective
- Significance of ESG Goals in the Global Plastic Injection Molding Market
- Key ESG Issues in the Market
- ESG Ratings and Metrics
- ESG Practices in the Market
- Current Status of ESG in the Global Plastic Injection Molding Market
- Conclusion
Chapter 8 Appendix
- Methodology
- Information Sources
- Acronyms
- References
- Company Profiles
- BASF SE
- BERRY GLOBAL INC.
- DAEWON
- EXXON MOBIL CORP.
- LG CHEM
- LYONDELLBASELL INDUSTRIES HOLDINGS B.V.
- MOLDBLADE
- NOLATO AB
- ROSTI GROUP AB
- RUTLAND PLASTICS
- SABIC
- SULBRAS
- SEASKYMEDICAL
- THE RODON GROUP