Global Polyurethane Dispersions Market 2017-2021

This industry research report identifies BASF, Covestro, Mitsui Chemicals, The Dow Chemical Company, and The Lubrizol Corporation as the key vendors in the global polyurethane dispersions market. A comprehensive analysis of this market is also presented by application (coatings, textile finishing, synthetic leather production, adhesive and sealants, and others), and by geography (APAC, Europe, North America, and ROW).

Overview of the global polyurethane dispersions market

Technavio’s polyurethane dispersions market forecast identifies that the increasing application in automotive and industrial coatings will be one of the major factors that will have a positive impact on the polyurethane dispersions market growth. Polyurethane dispersions are widely used in numerous industrial applications where elastomeric properties such as high abrasion resistance, and increased extensibility at low temperature are highly needed. Polyurethane dispersions are increasingly gaining popularity in coatings in the industries such as construction, automotive, and aerospace due to their high toughness, flexibility, and resistance. Also, these polyurethane dispersions are used in coatings due to their high durability, ease of use, and environment-friendly nature. This will lead to the growth of the polyurethane coatings market. These advantages will drive the market growth during the forecast period. Our polyurethane dispersions market outlook predicts that this market will grow at a CAGR of close to 7% by 2021.

The rising demand for synthetic leather is one of the key trends that will contribute to the growth of this market in the forthcoming years. Synthetic leather increasingly utilizes polyurethane dispersions to get a high gloss look and matt and soft feel like that of natural leather. Moreover, synthetic also offers high breathability and thermal quality to the product. Polyurethane dispersions play an important role in the manufacturing of synthetic leather to improve its properties.

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Competitive landscape and key vendors  

The polyurethane dispersions market consists of many global and local vendors. The key factors driving the competition in this market are price, quality, and the distribution network of the vendors. The manufacturers widely use various strategies to maintain their competitive presence in the market that supports and restructures their activities.

The leading vendors in the market are –

• BASF
• Covestro
• Mitsui Chemicals
• The Dow Chemical Company
• The Lubrizol Corporation

The other prominent vendors in the market are ALA Exim, Alberdingk Boley, allnex group, Bond Polymers International, Capital Resin Corporation, Chase Corporation, C. L. HAUTHAWAY & SONS, COIM, Cytec Solvay Group, KAMSONS CHEMICALS, Lamberti, Marathwada Chemicals, Perstorp, SNP, Taiwan PU Corporation, and VCM polyurethanes.

Segmentation by application and analysis of the polyurethane dispersions market

• Coatings
• Textile finishing
• Synthetic leather production
• Adhesive and sealants

During 2016, the polyurethane coatings market segment accounted for the major shares of the polyurethane dispersions market. Factors such as the increasing utilization of polyurethane dispersions as coatings and rising government regulations will contribute to the growth of this industry segment in the coming years.

Geographical segmentation and analysis of the polyurethane dispersions market

• APAC
• Europe
• North America
• ROW

This market study estimates that in terms of geographic regions, APAC will be the major revenue contributor to the polyurethane dispersions market throughout the forecast period. The rising demand for coatings in automotive, textile, leather, and construction sectors will drive the demand for polyurethane dispersions in the region.

Key questions answered in the report include

• What will the market size and the growth rate be in 2021?
• What are the key factors driving the global polyurethane dispersions market?
• What are the key market trends impacting the growth of the global polyurethane dispersions market?
• What are the challenges to market growth?
• Who are the key vendors in the global polyurethane dispersions market?
• What are the market opportunities and threats faced by the vendors in the global polyurethane dispersions market?
• Trending factors influencing the market shares of the APAC, Europe, North America, and ROW. 
• What are the key outcomes of the five forces analysis of the global polyurethane dispersions market?

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