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- What are the major cost components of plasticizers?
- The key raw materials associated with the production of plasticizers are olefins, alcohols, and acids. Hence, the major cost components include raw materials, energy and equipment, labor, facilities and storage, and transportation.
- Why is the plasticizers industry fragmented?
- The polymers and in turn the plasticizers industry is highly fragmented. The nature of the polymer industry is such that it comprises a diverse range of specifications and end-user markets, leading to market fragmentation. It is even more complex in the recycled plastics industry.
- What is the growth rate of plasticizers in 2023?
- The plasticizers category is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of 5.5% from 2023 to 2030. A plasticizer is a compound or material that is added to a polymer solution in order to enhance its flexibility and plasticity. In the plastics industry, plasticizers are among the most frequently utilized additives.
- How much do plasticizers cost?
- Prices at the end of November reached USD 675 – 1,000 / ton in Southeast Asia and China. In terms of consumption, China is the world's largest consumer of plasticizers, accounting for more than 35 – 40% of the total share in 2022.
- Where do plasticizers come from?
- In terms of consumption, China is the world's largest consumer of plasticizers, accounting for more than 35 – 40% of the total share in 2022. Depending on the type of plasticizers, the top countries most preferred for procuring the products are China, India, Germany, Vietnam, the U.S., Canada, the Netherlands, the U.A.E, and the Philippines.
- What are plasticizers used for?
- In the plastics industry, plasticizers are among the most frequently utilized additives. The most common polymer to employ plasticizers is Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC), which is the third largest by volume after Polypropylene (PP) and Polyethylene (PE).
