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全球汽車彈性體市場 - 2023-2030

Global Automotive Elastomers Market - 2023-2030

出版日期: 2023年09月27日 | 出版商:

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概述

全球汽車彈性體市場2022年達到325億美元，預計2030年將達到514億美元，2023-2030年預測期間複合年成長率為5.3%。

汽車彈性體用於製造高性能車輛以減輕其總重量。由於其耐用性、抗衝擊性、重量輕、柔軟、導熱性提高和車輛安全性提高，彈性體被用於汽車中。彈性體材料用於汽車的內部和外部，因為它們重量輕並且可以提高燃油效率。

例子包括熱塑性聚烯烴、熱塑性共聚酯、苯乙烯嵌段共聚物等。由於其能夠降低排放、提高安全性並具有更好的塗漆性，它們經常被用於汽車行業。因此，預計可回收橡膠彈性體的更多使用（約佔市場的 40%）將刺激汽車彈性體市場的成長。

由於其廣泛的變化和獨特的性能，熱塑性彈性體佔全球汽車生產所用材料的 40% 以上。這些材料可用於從塗層到保險桿、內飾和密封部件等各種用途。如今，汽車中大約有 30,000 個零件由塑膠製成。因此，汽車彈性體市場顯著擴大，並且預計將繼續如此。

動力學

對性能增強材料的需求不斷成長

汽車產業約佔全球GDP的3%，在中國和印度等發展中國家這一比例更高，該產業佔GDP的7%。在歐洲，輕型商用車產量從2018年的2,249,348輛成長0.2%至2019年的2,254,153輛。隨著汽車產業的擴張，預計汽車彈性體的需求將增加，這將提振市場。

汽車彈性體用於乘用車內的後視鏡墊圈和軟觸儀表板。它們在戶外用於側壁、基胎和其他東西。由於彈性體具有許多特性，包括降低噪音、增強性能、增強安全性、提高車內空氣品質、提高舒適度和經濟性，預計汽車彈性體的市場將會擴大。

熱塑性共聚酯、熱塑性聚烯烴、苯乙烯嵌段共聚物和熱塑性聚氨酯等汽車彈性體經常用於汽車中，以減輕重量、提高安全性並提供卓越的耐用性。汽車彈性體用於引擎室和內部之間的隔間的聲音管理。

澳洲統計局報告稱，2020 年澳洲新乘用車、SUV 和商用車銷量為 180 萬輛，較 2019 年成長 0.9%。國際馬達車輛製造商組織 (OICA) 報告稱，2018 年，輕型汽車產量亞太地區商用車成長10.2%。隨著汽車產業的擴張，汽車彈性體的需求預計將增加，這將提振市場。

彈性體在汽車產業的優勢

在汽車領域，彈性體經常用於密封和墊片應用。它們提供可靠的密封，防止液體、氣體和其他物質洩漏。例如，引擎、變速箱、燃油系統以及門窗密封件等各種部件中使用的墊圈和 O 形圈。要求減少污染、提高車輛效率和乘客安全的政府法規也促進了汽車彈性體的廣泛採用和需求。在汽車應用中，採用彈性體來最大限度地減少振動和噪音。

例如，彈性體安裝座可防止風扇將振動傳遞到周圍結構。用於製造擋風玻璃刮水器的彈性體可以有效貼合擋風玻璃的形狀，確保有效去除水和碎片。隨著人們對其優勢的認知不斷增強，各類汽車彈性體的市場預計將擴大，這些優勢包括降低噪音、控制排放、增強性能和提高汽車環境的安全性。

原物料價格波動

原油是合成橡膠（一種石油基單體）等汽車彈性體的來源。因此，石油價格的變化將對汽車彈性體市場產生不利影響。根據美國能源資訊署（EIA）預測，原油價格將從2019年的每桶64.34美元下降至2020年的每桶41.69美元。

通常，汽車行業的利潤率很小。隨著彈性體價格上漲，製造商可能很難維持預期的利潤率，特別是如果他們因競爭壓力而無法將更高的成本轉移給消費者，這可能會阻礙市場成長。

消費者對價格變動很敏感。供應商連接必須可靠且持續，汽車製造商才能成功。這些聯繫可能會因頻繁的價格變化而緊張，這也可能使企業難以建立值得信賴的供應鏈。價格波動可能會導致資源和注意力從旨在增強彈性體特性或創造更實惠的替代品的研發項目上轉移。

嚴格的環境法規

對汽車彈性體市場實施的嚴格環境法規對其擴張構成了重大障礙。這些法規是出於減少汽車工業對生態影響的迫切需求而製定的，其中包括管理彈性體材料的成分和製造程序的嚴格標準。雖然這些法規對於環境保護至關重要，但它們給彈性體製造商帶來了相當大的挑戰。

此外，彈性體廢棄物的處理是另一個受到嚴格法規影響的領域。報廢輪胎是彈性體廢棄物的重要來源，由於其生態影響而受到越來越多的審查。世界各地的政府和環境機構都推出了旨在激勵輪胎回收和負責任處置實踐的法規。例如，歐盟制定了輪胎回收和輪胎材料回收的雄心勃勃的目標，最終目標是在2030年實現100%的輪胎回收率。

這些法規導致處置成本上升，並需要開發脫硫和熱解等創新回收方法，旨在從彈性體中回收有價值的材料。雖然這些方法代表了環保實踐，但它們需要大量的研發投資，這因素可能會減緩汽車彈性體市場的擴張。

Overview

Global Automotive Elastomers Market reached US$ 32.5 billion in 2022 and is expected to reach US$ 51.4 billion by 2030, growing with a CAGR of 5.3% during the forecast period 2023-2030.

Automotive elastomers are utilized in the manufacture of high-performance vehicles to lighten their total weight. Due to their durability, impact resistance, low weight, softness, improved thermal conductivity and increased vehicle safety, elastomers are utilized in automobile vehicles. Elastomer materials are utilized in both the interior and outside of automobiles because they are lightweight and increase fuel efficiency.

Examples include thermoplastic polyolefins, thermoplastic copolyesters, styrene block copolymers and others. They are frequently employed in the automotive industry as a result of their capacity to lower emissions, improve safety and have better paintability. Consequently, it is anticipated that more use (about 40% of the market) of recyclable rubber elastomers will spur automotive elastomers market growth.

Due to their wide range of variations and unique properties, thermoplastic elastomers account for over 40% of the materials used in the production of automobiles worldwide. These materials are utilized for everything from coatings to bumpers, upholstery and sealing components. Approximately 30,000 of the parts in cars nowadays are composed of plastic. As a result, the automotive elastomers market has expanded significantly and is predicted to continue to do so.

Dynamics

Rising Demand for Performance Enhanced Materials

Around 3% of the global GDP is contributed by the automotive industry, with a higher percentage in developing nations like China and India, where the sector accounts for 7% of GDP. In Europe, the output of light commercial vehicles climbed by 0.2% from 2,249,348 in 2018 to 2,254,153 in 2019. The demand for automotive elastomers is anticipated to rise as the automotive sector expands, which will boost the market.

Automotive elastomers are utilized for side mirror gaskets and soft-touch instrument panels inside passenger cars. They are used outdoors for sidewalls, base tires and other things. Due to a number of elastomer characteristics, including as noise reduction, performance enhancement, safety enhancement, enhanced interior air quality, increased comfort and affordability, it is projected that the market for automotive elastomers would expand.

Automotive elastomers such thermoplastic copolyesters, thermoplastic polyolefins, styrene block copolymers and thermoplastic polyurethane are frequently used in automobiles to reduce weight, increase safety and give remarkable durability. Automotive elastomers are utilized for sound management at the partition between the engine compartment and the interior.

The Australian Bureau of Statistics reports that 1.8 Million new passenger cars, SUVs and commercial vehicles were sold in Australia in 2020, a 0.9% rise over 2019. The International Organisation of Motor Vehicle Manufacturers (OICA) reports that in 2018, the output of light commercial vehicles in the APAC region climbed by 10.2%. The demand for automotive elastomers is anticipated to rise as the automotive sector expands, which will boost the market.

Advantages associated with Elastomers in the Automotive Industry

In the automotive sector, elastomers are frequently utilized in sealing and gasketing applications. They offer reliable seals that keep liquids, gases and other things from leaking. Examples include the gaskets and O-rings used in various components like engines, transmissions and fuel systems as well as door and window seals. Government regulations mandating pollution reduction, enhanced vehicle efficiency and passenger safety have also contributed to the widespread adoption and demand for automotive elastomers. In automotive applications, elastomers are employed to minimize vibration and noise.

For example, elastomer mounts prevent fans from transmitting vibrations to surrounding structures. Elastomers, used in the manufacturing of windshield wipers, effectively conform to the windscreen's shape, ensuring efficient water and debris removal. The market for various types of automotive elastomers is anticipated to expand as awareness grows regarding their benefits, which encompass noise reduction, emissions control, enhanced performance and improved safety in automotive settings.

Price Volatility for Raw Materials

Crude oil is the source of automotive elastomers like synthetic rubber (a petroleum-based monomer). The variation in oil prices will consequently have a detrimental effect on the market for automotive elastomers. According to projections from the American Energy Information Administration (EIA), the price of crude oil decreased from US$ 64.34 per barrel in 2019 to US$ 41.69 per barrel in 2020.

Typically, the profit margins for the automotive industry are small. Manufacturers might have a hard time maintaining their intended profit margins as elastomer prices rise, especially if they can't transfer the higher costs onto consumers because of pressure from the competition, which could impede market growth.

Consumers are sensitive to price changes. Supplier connections must be reliable and constant in order for automotive manufacturers to succeed. These connections may be strained by frequent price changes, which can also make it challenging for businesses to build trustworthy supply chains. Price fluctuation could take resources and focus away from research and development projects targeted at enhancing elastomer characteristics or creating more affordable substitutes.

Stringent Environmental Regulations

The stringent environmental regulations imposed on the automotive elastomers market act as a significant hindrance to its expansion. These regulations, driven by the imperative to curtail the automotive industry's ecological impact, encompass stringent standards governing the composition and manufacturing procedures of elastomeric materials. While these regulations are pivotal for environmental protection, they present considerable challenges to elastomer manufacturers.

Moreover, the disposal of elastomeric waste is another area significantly influenced by strict regulations. End-of-life tires, a substantial source of elastomeric waste, have come under increased scrutiny due to their ecological ramifications. Governments and environmental agencies worldwide have introduced regulations designed to incentivize tire recycling and responsible disposal practices. For instance, the European Union has set ambitious targets for tire recycling and the reclamation of materials from tires, with the ultimate objective of achieving a 100% tire recycling rate by 2030.

These regulations result in escalated disposal costs and necessitate the development of innovative recycling methods like devulcanization and pyrolysis, aimed at recovering valuable materials from elastomers. While these approaches represent environmentally conscientious practices, they require considerable investments in research and development, a factor that can decelerate the expansion of the automotive elastomers market.

Segment Analysis

The global automotive elastomers market is segmented based on type, vehicle, application and region.

Rising Demand For Automotive Elastomers in Non-Tire Application

The non-tire segment held the largest automotive elastomers market share of 51.5% in 2022 in the automotive elastomers market analysis report. The growth is due to the employment of elastomers in the interior and exterior expertise of automobile vehicles, including thermoplastic copolyesters, thermoplastic polyolefins, styrene block copolymers and others.

Due to their strength-to-weight ratios, sound-absorbing qualities and excellent viscoelasticity, elastomers are commonly employed in automobiles. Automotive elastomers are used in many different applications, such as seat covers, radiator hoses, bumper guards and under the hood, owing to their excellent abrasion-resistant properties. These materials are used in instrument panels, car seat covers because they are lightweight and fuel-efficient.

The market for automotive elastomers is expected to rise as a result of the benefits described above. According to the Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA), passenger vehicle sales in India increased from 2,79,365 units in November 2019 to 2,91,001 units in November 2020.

Geographical Penetration

Presence of Key Players and Severe Pollution Regulations of Asia-Pacific

Asia-Pacific automotive elastomers market held the largest market share of 38.3% in 2022 in the automotive elastomers market analysis. The growth can be linked to the region's expanding automotive market, where the main future producers of automotive elastomers will likely be China and Japan, among others. Due to rising auto manufacturing, these nations are also predicted to hold the greatest market share for automotive elastomers.

The market for automotive elastomers is also predicted to be driven by severe pollution regulations and an increase in the usage of light automobiles. Additionally, India's automobile sector is expanding. The nation saw a substantial increase in the production of passenger cars. For instance, the number of passenger vehicles produced in FY 2021-2022 increased by 19% from FY 2020-21 to 3,650,698. These characteristics suggest that the region will lead the market.

Competitive Landscape

The major global players include LG Chem Ltd., BASF SE, ExxonMobil Corporation, Lanxess AG, Zeon Corporation, Kumho Petrochemical Co., Ltd., Dow, Mitsui Chemicals, Inc., SABIC (Saudi Basic Industries Corporation) and Avient Corp.

COVID-19 Impact Analysis

The market declined as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. In 2020, the pandemic compelled governments to lock down international borders and temporarily restrict trade and businesses. The regions under lockdown have suffered a considerable loss of revenue and business as a result of the closure of manufacturing facilities, as well as fluctuations in the cost and availability of raw materials.

Since the demand for automotive elastomers depends on the demand and sales of the automotive industry, the disruption in global supply chains had a negative impact on product sales, delivery schedules and manufacturing. This caused a significant decline in automotive sales. Over the projected period, the market is anticipated to quickly recover and return to its pre-COVID levels.

Russia- Ukraine War Impact

The Russo-Ukrainian war caused significant disruptions throughout the automotive elastomers' value chain and forced OEMs and suppliers to postpone or halt business with Russia. As a result of a shortage of parts from suppliers based in Ukraine, several OEMs in Europe and Eastern Europe have stopped or reduced their production. The immediate effects of this crisis include a production halt and a lack of auto parts.

The crude oil imports and exports were abrupted. Due to the scarcity of these energy sources in European nations, the invasion of Ukraine had an impact on the world's energy markets, notably those in Europe. Therefore, by extension, Europe is likewise Russia's primary source of income and the European Union recognizes its reliance on Russia's hydrocarbon industry.

Scope

By Type

Thermoset Elastomers
- Natural Rubber
- Synthetic Rubber
- Polyisoprene
- Styrene-Butadiene Rubber
- Polybutadiene
- Nitrile Butadiene Rubber
- Others

Thermoplastic Elastomers
- Thermoplastic Polyolefin
- Thermoplastic Polyurethane
- Thermoplastic Vulcanizates
- Styrene block copolymer
- Copolyester Ether
- Thermoplastic polyamide
- Others

By Vehicle

Passenger Cars
Light Commercial Vehicles
Medium & Heavy Commercial Vehicles

By Application

Tire
Non-tire

Interior
- Airbags
- Hoses
- Breaks & Suspensions
- Door Panels
- Conveyor Belts
- Soft Touch Panels
- Others

Exterior
- Front Body Panel
- Bumpers
- Window Shields
- Others
- Others

By Region

North America
- U.S.
- Canada
- Mexico

Europe
- Germany
- UK
- France
- Italy
- Russia
- Rest of Europe

South America
- Brazil
- Argentina
- Rest of South America

Asia-Pacific
- China
- India
- Japan
- Australia
- Rest of Asia-Pacific

Middle East and Africa

Key Developments

On May 2, 2023, the Bornewables line of Queo, a selection of plastomers and elastomers based on renewable feedstock, was introduced by Borealis. The International Sustainability and Carbon Certification (ISCC PLUS) of Borealis' production facility for the QueoTM range, located in Geleen, the Netherlands, is described after the introduction.
On July 31, 2023, the addition of two reSound REC Thermoplastic Elastomers (TPEs) with recycled content was announced by Avient Corporation. The new grades for car interior applications are designed with post-consumer recycled (PCR) content, providing a more environmentally friendly TPE choice with performance on par with conventional TPEs.
On February 13, 2020, a new type of high heat- and oil-resistant acrylic elastomer was introduced by Japanese rubber manufacturer Denka Corp., specifically for automotive applications. The new Denka ER grade, intended for use in automotive hoses and gaskets, is resistant to high temperatures of up to 190° C.

Why Purchase the Report?

To visualize the global automotive elastomers market segmentation based on type, vehicle, application and region, as well as understand key commercial assets and players.
Identify commercial opportunities by analyzing trends and co-development.
Excel data sheet with numerous data points of automotive elastomers market-level with all segments.
PDF report consists of a comprehensive analysis after exhaustive qualitative interviews and an in-depth study.
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The global automotive elastomers market report would provide approximately 61 tables, 56 figures and 181 Pages.

Target Audience: 2023

Manufacturers/ Buyers
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Research Professionals
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1. Methodology and Scope

1.1. Research Methodology
1.2. Research Objective and Scope of the Report

2. Definition and Overview

3. Executive Summary

3.1. Snippet By Type
3.2. Snippet By Vehicle
3.3. Snippet By Application
3.4. Snippet by Region

4. Dynamics

4.1. Impacting Factors
- 4.1.1. Drivers
  - 4.1.1.1. Rising Demand for Performance Enhanced Materials
  - 4.1.1.2. Advantages associated with Elastomers in the Automotive Industry
- 4.1.2. Restraints
  - 4.1.2.1. Price Volatility for Raw Materials
  - 4.1.2.2. Stringent Environmental Regulations
- 4.1.3. Opportunity
- 4.1.4. Impact Analysis

5. Industry Analysis

5.1. Porter's Five Force Analysis
5.2. Supply Chain Analysis
5.3. Pricing Analysis
5.4. Regulatory Analysis

6. COVID-19 Analysis

6.1. Analysis of COVID-19
- 6.1.1. Scenario Before COVID
- 6.1.2. Scenario During COVID
- 6.1.3. Scenario Post COVID
6.2. Pricing Dynamics Amid COVID-19
6.3. Demand-Supply Spectrum
6.4. Government Initiatives Related to the Market During Pandemic
6.5. Manufacturers' Strategic Initiatives
6.6. Conclusion

7. By Type

7.1. Introduction
- 7.1.1. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Type
- 7.1.2. Market Attractiveness Index, By Type
7.2. Thermoset Elastomers
- 7.2.1. Introduction
- 7.2.2. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%)
- 7.2.3. Natural Rubber
- 7.2.4. Synthetic Rubber
- 7.2.5. Polyisoprene
- 7.2.6. Styrene-Butadiene Rubber
- 7.2.7. Polybutadiene
- 7.2.8. Nitrile Butadiene Rubber
- 7.2.9. Others
7.3. Thermoplastic Elastomers
- 7.3.1. Thermoplastic Polyolefin
- 7.3.2. Thermoplastic Polyurethane
- 7.3.3. Thermoplastic Vulcanizates
- 7.3.4. Styrene block copolymer
- 7.3.5. Copolyester Ether
- 7.3.6. Thermoplastic polyamide
- 7.3.7. Others

8. By Vehicle

8.1. Introduction
- 8.1.1. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Vehicle
- 8.1.2. Market Attractiveness Index, By Vehicle
8.2. Passenger Cars*
- 8.2.1. Introduction
- 8.2.2. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%)
8.3. Light Commercial Vehicles
8.4. Medium & Heavy Commercial Vehicles

9. By Application

9.1. Introduction
- 9.1.1. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Application
- 9.1.2. Market Attractiveness Index, By Application
9.2. Tire*
- 9.2.1. Introduction
- 9.2.2. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%)
9.3. Non-Tire
- 9.3.1. Interior
  - 9.3.1.1. Airbags
  - 9.3.1.2. Hoses
  - 9.3.1.3. Breaks & Suspensions
  - 9.3.1.4. Door Panels
  - 9.3.1.5. Conveyor Belts
  - 9.3.1.6. Soft Touch Panels
  - 9.3.1.7. Others
- 9.3.2. Exterior
  - 9.3.2.1. Front Body Panel
  - 9.3.2.2. Bumpers
  - 9.3.2.3. Window Shields
  - 9.3.2.4. Others
9.4. Others

10. By Region

10.1. Introduction
- 10.1.1. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Region
- 10.1.2. Market Attractiveness Index, By Region
10.2. North America
- 10.2.1. Introduction
- 10.2.2. Key Region-Specific Dynamics
- 10.2.3. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Type
- 10.2.4. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Vehicle
- 10.2.5. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Application
- 10.2.6. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Country
  - 10.2.6.1. U.S.
  - 10.2.6.2. Canada
  - 10.2.6.3. Mexico
10.3. Europe
- 10.3.1. Introduction
- 10.3.2. Key Region-Specific Dynamics
- 10.3.3. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Type
- 10.3.4. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Vehicle
- 10.3.5. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Application
- 10.3.6. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Country
  - 10.3.6.1. Germany
  - 10.3.6.2. UK
  - 10.3.6.3. France
  - 10.3.6.4. Italy
  - 10.3.6.5. Russia
  - 10.3.6.6. Rest of Europe
10.4. South America
- 10.4.1. Introduction
- 10.4.2. Key Region-Specific Dynamics
- 10.4.3. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Type
- 10.4.4. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Vehicle
- 10.4.5. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Application
- 10.4.6. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Country
  - 10.4.6.1. Brazil
  - 10.4.6.2. Argentina
  - 10.4.6.3. Rest of South America
10.5. Asia-Pacific
- 10.5.1. Introduction
- 10.5.2. Key Region-Specific Dynamics
- 10.5.3. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Type
- 10.5.4. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Vehicle
- 10.5.5. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Application
- 10.5.6. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Country
  - 10.5.6.1. China
  - 10.5.6.2. India
  - 10.5.6.3. Japan
  - 10.5.6.4. Australia
  - 10.5.6.5. Rest of Asia-Pacific
10.6. Middle East and Africa
- 10.6.1. Introduction
- 10.6.2. Key Region-Specific Dynamics
- 10.6.3. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Type
- 10.6.4. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Vehicle
- 10.6.5. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Application

11. Competitive Landscape

11.1. Competitive Scenario
11.2. Market Positioning/Share Analysis
11.3. Mergers and Acquisitions Analysis

12. Company Profiles

12.1. LG Chem Ltd.*
- 12.1.1. Company Overview
- 12.1.2. Type Portfolio and Description
- 12.1.3. Financial Overview
- 12.1.4. Recent Developments
12.2. BASF SE
12.3. ExxonMobil Corporation
12.4. Lanxess AG
12.5. Zeon Corporation
12.6. Kumho Petrochemical Co., Ltd.
12.7. Dow
12.8. Mitsui Chemicals, Inc.
12.9. SABIC (Saudi Basic Industries Corporation)
12.10. Avient Corp.

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