PUBLISHER: IMARC | PRODUCT CODE: 1390686
PUBLISHER: IMARC | PRODUCT CODE: 1390686
The global polyoxymethylene market size reached US$ 3.3 Billion in 2022. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach US$ 4.3 Billion by 2028, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 4.51% during 2022-2028.
Polyoxymethylene (POM), or polyacetal, is a semi-crystalline engineering thermoplastic used for manufacturing components with enhanced precision, stability and sliding properties. It is widely used as a metal substitute and produced through the process of ring-opening polymerization of formaldehyde and is supplied in the form of pellets. POM is commonly available in homopolymer and copolymer variants that are utilized to manufacture mechanical gears, fasteners, bearings and medical devices, including dialysis machines, inhalers and pharmaceutical closures. POM exhibits various advantageous properties, such as wide operating temperature range, minimal friction, high dimensional stability and heat, chemical and wear resistance. As a result, it finds extensive applications across various industries, including electronic, automotive and electrical.
The increasing demand for medical-grade POM for the manufacturing of healthcare devices is one of the key factors driving the growth of the market. POM is also widely used for the production of pen caps, outer needle caps, inner needle caps and dosage knobs of the insulin pens due to low moisture absorption, high sterility and impact resistant properties. It is also utilized for manufacturing pacemakers, artificial valves and joint reconstruction devices. Moreover, the widespread product adoption in the electronics industry is providing a thrust to the market growth. POM is utilized in electric housing, circuit boards, switches, enclosures, wiring components and cooling systems. In line with this, the increasing adoption of POM for the manufacturing of various plumbing components, such as pump impellors, fittings, appliance casings, valve stems and jug kettles, is also contributing to the market growth. Other factors, including the rising demand for effective food packaging solutions, along with the utilization of POM for automotive steering wheels, locks, door handles and headrests, are acting as other growth-inducing factors.
IMARC Group provides an analysis of the key trends in each sub-segment of the global polyoxymethylene market report, along with forecasts at the global, regional and country level from 2023-2028. Our report has categorized the market based on type, process, grade and end user.
Homopolymer POM
Copolymer POM
Injection Molding
Extrusion Molding
Others
Standard
Reinforced
Impact Modified
Recycled
UV Stabilized
Others
Electrical and Electronics
Automotive and Transportation
Medical
Consumer Goods and Appliances
Construction
Others
North America
United States
Canada
Asia-Pacific
China
Japan
India
South Korea
Australia
Indonesia
Others
Europe
Germany
France
United Kingdom
Italy
Spain
Russia
Others
Latin America
Brazil
Mexico
Others
Middle East and Africa
The competitive landscape of the industry has also been examined along with the profiles of the key players being Asahi Kasei Corporation, BASF SE, Celanese Corporation, Daicel Corporation, DuPont de Nemours Inc., Kolon Plastic Inc., LG Chem Ltd., LyondellBasell Industries N.V., Mitsubishi Engineering-Plastics Corporation, RTP Company (Miller Waste Mills Inc.), Saudi Basic Industries Corporation (Saudi Arabian Oil Co.) and Westlake Plastics Company.