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全球空心微球市場 - 2024-2031

Global Hollow Microspheres Market - 2024-2031

出版日期: 2024年06月18日 | 出版商:

DataM Intelligence | 英文 182 Pages | 商品交期: 最快1-2個工作天內

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概述

全球空心微球市場在2023年達到21億美元，預計2031年將達到59億美元，2024-2031年預測期間複合年成長率為13.8%。

道路運輸的持續電氣化將成為未來幾年推動市場成長的關鍵因素。汽車製造商的主要目標是減輕車輛重量以增加動力並延長整體行駛里程。因此，許多汽車公司正在與研究機構和材料科學公司合作，開發用於製造車身面板和底盤結構的新型輕質材料。

在預測期內，高昂的研發成本將繼續成為市場成長的主要障礙。大多數空心微球需要多年的測試和驗證才能完全商業化。此外，即使經過測試，許多微球也可能在商業上不可行。

北美是全球空心微球市場的成長地區之一，佔超過1/3的市場。北美航空航太和汽車產業不斷成長的需求是推動空心微球市場的主要原因之一。這些行業一直在尋找能夠幫助汽車和飛機變得更輕而不犧牲強度或功能的材料。對於此類用途，空心微球因其優異的強度重量比和輕質特性而成為完美選擇。

動力學

基礎設施開發支出不斷增加

由於基礎設施開發投資增加，市場不斷成長。新興國家正在發生從農村地區到城市地區的重大人口轉移。例如，印度目前的人口年增率為1.56%，是中國年人口成長率0.67%的兩倍多。預計很大一部分農村人口將遷移到大城市地區。人口遷移導致客運入侵增加和大都會地區住宅單位稀缺。各國政府正集中精力建設基礎設施來預防這些問題。

例如，中國計劃在2031年投資1兆美元用於城市基礎設施項目，而印度政府則在未來20年預算6,500億美元用於城市基礎設施的發展。因此，在預估期間，基礎設施支出的增加可能將推動全球空心微球市場的擴張。

全球對個人護理產品的需求不斷成長

個人護理產品市場的消費者偏好高度多樣化，並受到多種因素的影響。它尋求護膚、護髮、化妝品和盥洗用品的多樣化選擇，通常受皮膚類型、頭髮類型、年齡、性別和個人風格等因素驅動。 2023年，NPD集團進行的研究顯示，已開發國家的千禧世代每年在保養品上的花費約135美元。

為了滿足這些不斷變化的偏好，品牌需要不斷創新並推出新產品。合約製造商在產品開發和客製化中發揮著至關重要的作用，以創造符合最新趨勢的獨特配方。在外包生產過程的同時，合約製造使公司能夠將精力集中在行銷、品牌和產品開發上。這種經濟的策略可以為行銷和品牌建立活動騰出資金。

空心微球的使用使化妝品製造商能夠改善其產品的質感和觸感，同時確保產品塗抹在皮膚上時均勻鋪展和吸收。目前，製造商正在探索使用中空微球作為抗菌和抗真菌添加劑的可能載體的可能性，以防止化妝工具上細菌和黴菌的形成。

生產成本高

這些材料的高製造成本是限制全球空心微球市場的主要因素之一。複雜的製造過程需要專用工具和高溫來生產空心微球，特別是那些由玻璃或陶瓷等高科技材料製成的空心微球。

生產尺寸一致、品質優良的微球所需的精確度增加了生產的複雜性和成本。與其他填料或添加劑相比，中空微球的較高成本通常會轉嫁給最終消費者。它在成本敏感行業的採用可能會受到這種價格敏感性的限制，特別是在成本限制更為突出的發展中經濟體。

原料取得有限

全球空心微球市場也受到環境和監管問題的嚴重阻礙。空心微球在生產過程中會對環境產生顯著的負面影響，特別是當它們由玻璃或陶瓷材料製成時。為了遵守嚴格的環境標準，必須對這些過程進行監控，並且通常必須處理它們產生的廢物和排放物。

遵守這些規則可能會導致更高的營運費用以及更多的廢棄物管理和污染控制技術支出。違反環境法規的企業可能會受到罰款或處罰，這進一步阻礙了空心微球的使用。

The ongoing electrification of road transportation will become a key factor in driving market growth over the coming years. The primary aim of carmakers is to reduce vehicle weight to increase power and extend overall driving range. Therefore, many automotive companies are partnering with research institutes and material science companies to develop new and lightweight materials for fabricating vehicle body panels and chassis structures.

The high cost of research and development will continue to remain a major impediment to market growth during the forecast period. Most hollow microspheres require years of testing and validation to be fully commercialized. Furthermore, many microspheres can turn out to be commercially unviable, even after testing.

North America is among the growing regions in the global hollow microspheres market covering more than 1/3rd of the market. The growing demand from the aerospace and automotive industries in North America is one of the main reasons propelling the hollow microspheres market. The sectors are always looking for materials that can help cars and airplanes go lighter without sacrificing strength or functionality. For these kinds of uses, hollow microspheres are perfect because of their excellent strength-to-weight ratio and lightweight nature.

Dynamics

Rising Spending on Infrastructure Development

The market is growing as a result of increased investment in infrastructure development. There is a significant population shift occurring in the rising countries from rural to urban regions. For example, India's current annual population growth rate is 1.56%, more than twice as high as China's annual population growth rate of 0.67%. It is predicted that a significant portion of the rural population will relocate to metropolitan regions. The migrations are leading to an increase in the invasion of passenger traffic and a scarcity of dwelling units in metropolitan areas. Governments are concentrating on building infrastructure to prevent these issues.

For instance, China intends to invest US$ 1 trillion in urban infrastructure projects by 2031, while the Indian government has budgeted US$ 650 billion over the next 20 years for the development of urban infrastructure. Thus, during the projected period, rising infrastructure spending is probably going to fuel the expansion of the hollow microsphere market globally.

Increasing Global Demand for Personal Care Products

Consumer preferences in the personal care products market are highly diverse and influenced by various factors. It seek diverse options in skincare, haircare, cosmetics and toiletries, often driven by factors such as skin type, hair type, age, gender and personal style. In 2023, research conducted by the NPD Group revealed that annually millennials in developed countries spend approximately US$ 135 on skincare products.

To meet these changing preferences, brands need to continually innovate and introduce new products. Contract manufacturers play a crucial role in product development and customization to create unique formulations that align with the latest trends. While outsourcing the production process, contract manufacturing enables firms to concentrate their efforts on marketing, branding and product development. The economical strategy frees up money for marketing and brand-building initiatives.

The usage of hollow microspheres allows cosmetic manufacturers to improve the texture and feel of their products whilst also ensuring that it spreads and absorbs evenly when applied on skin. Currently, manufacturers are exploring the possibility of using hollow microspheres as a possible carrier of antimicrobial and antifungal additives that can prevent bacterial and mold formation on makeup tools.

High Production Costs

The high cost of manufacture of these materials is one of the main factors limiting the globally market for hollow microspheres. Specialized tools and high temperatures are needed for complex manufacturing procedures to produce hollow microspheres, particularly those constructed from high-tech materials like glass or ceramics.

The intricacy and cost of production are increased by the accuracy required to generate microspheres of consistent size and superior quality. Comparing hollow microspheres to other fillers or additives, their higher cost is generally passed on to the final consumer. Its adoption in cost-sensitive industries may be limited by this price sensitivity, especially in developing economies where cost restraints are more prominent.

Limited Accessibility to Raw Materials

The globally market for hollow microspheres is also significantly hampered by environmental and regulatory issues. Hollow microspheres can have a significant negative environmental impact during the production process, especially when they are constructed of glass or ceramic materials. In order to comply with strict environmental standards, these processes must be monitored and waste products and emissions they produce are typically handled.

Following these rules may result in higher operating expenses and more expenditures for waste management and pollution control technology. The usage of hollow microspheres is further discouraged by the possibility of fines or penalties for businesses that violate environmental regulations.

Segment Analysis

The global hollow microspheres market is segmented based on raw material, application and region.

Rising Demand for Glass in the construction nad healthcare

The glass segment is among the growing regions in the global hollow microspheres market covering more than 1/3rd of the market. The majority of the moment, adhesives and cosmetics include hollow microspheres. Comparing it to pigment fillers, it takes up more space, which saves money. VOCs are also reduced as a result of the solvent's displacement. Furthermore, glass microspheres are used in a wide range of industries, including composite construction, biosciences, medical technology, cosmetics and personal hygiene.

Medical technologies have seen the most increase in the globally glass microsphere market, with construction composites holding the largest share. Research and development is the primary source of highly complex goods for the end-user industries for most organizations in the glass microsphere industry. Throughout the projected time, these variables will support the expansion of the hollow microspheres market's glass sector globally.

For Instance, in 2021, BASF SE and Omya will develop and market BasoSphere hollow glass microspheres for use in cementing processes in the oil and gas sector. The BasoSphere product line comprises designed hollow glass microspheres that have a unique mix of size and shape, reduced density and better compressive strength. The microspheres offer superior strength-to-density ratios, minimize formation damage and stop fluid loss during well completion. BASF SE will handle all aspects of its commercialization.

Geographical Penetration

Growing Demand for Hollow Microspheres in the Construction Industry in North America

North America has been a dominant force in the global hollow microspheres market. Because microspheres provide a lightweight core for structural surfaces, they are primarily utilized in building composites in this region. Additionally, ceramic-based synthetic foam materials on microspheres have been patented in United States.

The rise of end-user sectors, including the construction industry, is driving up consumption, especially in the countries of resin thermosetting, biotechnology and medical technology. The region's hollow microsphere market is expected to increase as a result of growing demand from the personal care, cosmetics and construction sectors.

Furthermore, hollow microspheres will be required in significant quantities for upcoming building projects in Canada, including the Saskatoon Freeway project, the Ontario Line Transit extension and the Ottawa Civic Hospital. Consequently, it is projected that the demand for hollow microspheres will be driven over the projection period by the growing number of residential and non-residential construction activities in the region's nations.

For Instance, in 2022, NASA's new liquid hydrogen storage tank was insulated for the first time using 3M's glass bubbles on a large industrial scale. Glass bubbles manufactured by 3M are hollow microspheres made of high-strength and low-density glass. As soon as the tank project reached the insulation stage in 2021, 3M began shipping its glass bubbles to the NASA Kennedy Space Center. For the project, the business supplied two tankers full of glass bubbles every day for thirty days.

In another Instance, in 2022, Nouryon introduced expancel HP92 microspheres to reduce weight and withstand high pressure in underbody coatings and sealants for the automotive industry. The microspheres are currently produced in Stockvik, Sweden, with production expected in Green Bay, Wisconsin, United States, in early 2023.

COVID-19 Impact Analysis

The hollow microsphere sector has been significantly impacted by the COVID-19 epidemic, presenting both potential and problems. Lockdowns and travel restrictions during the pandemic's early stages caused globally disruptions to supply networks and manufacturing operations. There was a sharp decline in hollow microsphere output as a result of the closure or restricted operation of many production sites.

The timely delivery of raw materials and completed goods was hampered by logistical issues, such as shipping delays and higher transportation costs, which exacerbated this disruption. Several sectors that depend on hollow microspheres were forced to stop or reduce operations as a result of the ensuing supply constraints, which also raised costs.

The pandemic caused notable changes in the demand side. The demand for cars and air travel fell sharply, which had a severe impact on industries like aerospace and automotive, which are big users of hollow microspheres for lightweighting and fuel efficiency. The demand for microspheres, which are used in cement and insulating materials, decreased as a result of the postponement or cancellation of construction projects. Nonetheless, demand rose in several industries.

For instance, the medical and healthcare sectors needed additional materials for testing kits, medical gadgets and personal protective equipment (PPE), some of which use hollow microspheres because of their special qualities. Increased e-commerce activity has contributed to a boom in the packaging business by increasing demand for strong and lightweight packing materials.

Russia-Ukraine War Impact Analysis

The protracted war between Russia and Ukraine has had a substantial impact on some international markets, including the market for hollow microspheres. Due to the conflict, there have been changes in the demand for and supply chain disruptions involving hollow microspheres, which are small spherical particles utilized in many industrial applications such as buoyancy aids, insulation and lightweight fillers.

The instability brought about by the conflict has an impact on Ukraine's supply chains and manufacturing facilities. Ukraine is a major participant in the raw material market in Europe. Manufacturers who depend on Ukrainian resources have experienced delays and greater expenses as a result of this uncertainty, which has forced them to look for new suppliers often at higher rates.

In addition, the situation has been made worse by the sanctions that Western countries have placed on Russia. Critical industries like energy and raw materials which are essential for the creation of hollow microspheres have been the focus of these restrictions. The limited availability of these resources has caused industrial processes to be interrupted, not just in Russia but also for businesses globally that rely on Russian exports.

As a result, the supply chain has been noticeably strained, raising production costs and lowering the amount of hollow microspheres available on the market. The supply-demand imbalance that has resulted in price volatility has an impact on industries like construction, automotive and aerospace that depend on these materials.

By Raw Material

Glass
Polymers
Ceramic
Fly Ash
Metallic
Others

By Application

Automotive
Aerospace and Defense
Oil and Gas
Medical Technology
Advanced Materials
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 February 23, 2022, NASA's new liquid hydrogen storage tank was insulated for the first time using 3M's glass bubbles on a large industrial scale. Glass bubbles manufactured by 3M are hollow microspheres made of high-strength and low-density glass. As soon as the tank project reached the insulation stage in 2021, 3M began shipping its glass bubbles to the NASA Kennedy Space Center. For the project, the business supplied two tankers full of glass bubbles every day for thirty days.
On June 07, 2022, Nouryon introduced expancel HP92 microspheres to reduce weight and withstand high pressure in underbody coatings and sealants for the automotive industry. The microspheres are currently produced in Stockvik, Sweden, with production expected in Green Bay, Wisconsin, United States, in early 2023.
On April 26, 2021, BASF SE partnered with Omya to advance and commercialize BasoSphere hollow glass microspheres, particularly for use in cementing applications in the oil and gas industry. BasoSphere offers a unique combination of shapes and sizes, along with higher compressive strength and lower density, which makes it ideal for use in such applications.

Competitive Landscape

The major global players in the market include 3M, Akzo Nobel N.V., Chase Corp, DiaSorin S.p.A., Matsumoto Yushi-Seiyaku Co., Ltd, Momentive, Mo Sci LLC, Potters Industries LLC, Sigmund Lindner GmbH and Trelleborg AB.

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Target Audience 2024

Manufacturers/ Buyers
Industry Investors/Investment Bankers
Research Professionals
Emerging Companies

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 Raw Material
3.2. Snippet by Application
3.3. Snippet by Region

4. Dynamics

4.1. Impacting Factors
- 4.1.1. Drivers
  - 4.1.1.1. Rising Spending on Infrastructure Development
  - 4.1.1.2. Increasing Global Demand for Personal Care Products
- 4.1.2. Restraints
  - 4.1.2.1. High Production Costs
  - 4.1.2.2. Limited Accessibility to Raw Materials
- 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
5.5. Russia-Ukraine War Impact Analysis
5.6. DMI Opinion

6. COVID-19 Analysis

6.1. Analysis of COVID-19
- 6.1.1. Scenario Before COVID-19
- 6.1.2. Scenario During COVID-19
- 6.1.3. Scenario Post COVID-19
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 Raw Material

7.1. Introduction
- 7.1.1. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Raw Material
- 7.1.2. Market Attractiveness Index, By Raw Material
7.2. Glass*
- 7.2.1. Introduction
- 7.2.2. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%)
7.3. Polymers
7.4. Ceramic
7.5. Fly Ash
7.6. Metallic
7.7. Others

8. By Application

8.1. Introduction
- 8.1.1. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Application
- 8.1.2. Market Attractiveness Index, By Application
8.2. Automotive*
- 8.2.1. Introduction
- 8.2.2. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%)
8.3. Aerospace and Defense
8.4. Oil and Gas
8.5. Medical Technology
8.6. Advanced Materials
8.7. Others

9. By Region

9.1. Introduction
- 9.1.1. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Region
- 9.1.2. Market Attractiveness Index, By Region
9.2. North America
- 9.2.1. Introduction
- 9.2.2. Key Region-Specific Dynamics
- 9.2.3. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Raw Material
- 9.2.4. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Application
- 9.2.5. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Country
  - 9.2.5.1. U.S.
  - 9.2.5.2. Canada
  - 9.2.5.3. Mexico
9.3. Europe
- 9.3.1. Introduction
- 9.3.2. Key Region-Specific Dynamics
- 9.3.3. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Raw Material
- 9.3.4. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Application
- 9.3.5. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Country
  - 9.3.5.1. Germany
  - 9.3.5.2. UK
  - 9.3.5.3. France
  - 9.3.5.4. Russia
  - 9.3.5.5. Spain
  - 9.3.5.6. Rest of Europe
9.4. South America
- 9.4.1. Introduction
- 9.4.2. Key Region-Specific Dynamics
- 9.4.3. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Raw Material
- 9.4.4. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Application
- 9.4.5. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Country
  - 9.4.5.1. Brazil
  - 9.4.5.2. Argentina
  - 9.4.5.3. Rest of South America
9.5. Asia-Pacific
- 9.5.1. Introduction
- 9.5.2. Key Region-Specific Dynamics
- 9.5.3. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Raw Material
- 9.5.4. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Application
- 9.5.5. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Country
  - 9.5.5.1. China
  - 9.5.5.2. India
  - 9.5.5.3. Japan
  - 9.5.5.4. Australia
  - 9.5.5.5. Rest of Asia-Pacific
9.6. Middle East and Africa
- 9.6.1. Introduction
- 9.6.2. Key Region-Specific Dynamics
- 9.6.3. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Raw Material
- 9.6.4. Market Size Analysis and Y-o-Y Growth Analysis (%), By Application

10. Competitive Landscape

10.1. Competitive Scenario
10.2. Market Positioning/Share Analysis
10.3. Mergers and Acquisitions Analysis

11. Company Profiles

11.1. 3M*
- 11.1.1. Company Overview
- 11.1.2. Product Portfolio and Description
- 11.1.3. Financial Overview
- 11.1.4. Key Developments
11.2. Akzo Nobel N.V.
11.3. Chase Corp
11.4. DiaSorin S.p.A.
11.5. Matsumoto Yushi-Seiyaku Co.,Ltd
11.6. Momentive
11.7. Mo Sci LLC
11.8. Potters Industries LLC
11.9. Sigmund Lindner GmbH
11.10. Trelleborg AB

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