Plasticizers - Chemical Economics Handbook (CEH) | S&P Global - IHS Markit
Mainland China is the singlelargest plasticizer market in the world, accounting for over half of world consumption in 2025; it also has the highest forecast consumption growth during the next few years, spurred by increased plasticizer consumption in goods for both domestic and export markets.
2025 Plasticizers Market Outlook Report - Market Size, Market Split
8.3 Europe Plasticizers Market Size and PercentageBreakdown by Application, 2025- 2030 (USD Million) 8.4 Europe Plasticizers Market Size and PercentageBreakdown by End-User, 2025- 2030 (USD Million) 8.5 Europe Plasticizers Market Size and PercentageBreakdown by Country, 2025- 2030 (USD Million) 8.6 Leading Companies in Europe Plasticizers Industry
Products
Our non-phthalate plasticizer Hexamoll DINCH is suitable for a whole range of sensitive applications such as food packaging, medical devices and toys, as well as environments that require very low migration tendencies and high oil resistance. BASF's plasticizer portfolio in Europe includes the following product groups:
2025 Plasticizers Market Outlook Report - Market Size, Market Split
Crude oil prices fluctuating to the tune of $60/barrel in one year are emerging to be a key concern for the Plasticizers market, as fuel and chemical prices are impacting many other segments. Uneven recovery in different end markets and geographies is a key challenge in understanding and analyzing the Plasticizers market landscape.
Europe plasticizers spot prices at 13-month high, no sign of year-end
LONDON (ICIS)–As sources embark on December talks for European plasticizers, spot prices have reached 13-month highs and there is no sign of the traditional year-end slowdown. – Limited supply and good demand – Consumers build stock The supply/demand balanced has pushed prices higher and spot numbers reached levels last seen in October 2025.
- What was the price trend for plasticizers in second quarter 2022?
- During the second quarter, plasticizers’ demand from the automotive and construction industries remained stable, hence the price trend for plasticizers stayed stable during the second quarter of 2022. Procurement Resource provides latest prices of Plasticizers.
- How volatile is the plasticizers market?
- With such a diverse range of applications, the plasticizers market can be volatile as it reacts to consumer trends, seasonality and regional supply. Buyers, sellers and traders must act quickly to make the most of market opportunities. This means constant access to the most current prices and data is key.
- Which countries are covered in the global plasticizers market?
- The countries covered in the global plasticizers market are Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, South Korea, Russia, the UK, the USA, and Australia. The plasticizers market consists of the sales of azelates, citrates, ortho-phthalates, terephthalates, and sebacates.
- Who are the major players in the plasticizers market report?
- Major players in the plasticizers market report are Arkema S.A, BASF SE, Dow Chemical Company, LG Chem Ltd., Evonik Industries Ag, Exxon Mobil Corporation, Eastman Chemical Company, Ineos Group, UPC GROUP, and Bluesail. The strict regulations on the use of phthalate plasticizers are limiting the growth of the plasticizer market.
