REPORT HIGHLIGHT
Brominated Polystyrene Market size was valued at USD 418.54 Million in 2022, expanding at a CAGR of 4.75% from 2023 to 2030.
A flame-retardant polymer called brominated polystyrene is created by adding atoms of bromine to the polystyrene molecule. Its capacity to resist ignition is improved, and the alteration also helps to contain the spread of fire. Due to its fire-retardant qualities, brominated polystyrene is frequently used in various industries, such as electronics, building materials, and automobile parts, where fire safety is essential.
Brominated Polystyrene Market- Market Dynamics:
- Increasing demand for fire-resistant materials across various industries.
- As the need for fire-resistant materials rises across several industries, the market for brominated polystyrene is expanding. There is an increasing need for dependable flame-retardant solutions as safety requirements become stricter and public awareness of fire threats grows. Excellent fire resistance makes brominated polystyrene an appealing option for use in electronics, building, automotive, and other industries where fire safety is important. The product's market growth has been greatly influenced by its capacity to prevent ignition and slow the spread of fire. New phosphorous-based fire retardants with special qualities including thermal and mechanical stability and compatibility with engineering plastics were introduced by LANXESS in September 2022.
Brominated Polystyrene Market- Key Insights:
- As per the analysis shared by our research analyst, the global Brominated Polystyrene market is estimated to grow annually at a CAGR of around 4.75% over the forecast period (2023-2030)
- The Brominated Polystyrene industry is projected to grow at a significant rate due to the increasing demand for fire-resistant materials across various industries
- Based on product type segmentation, high molecular weight BPS was predicted to show maximum market share in the year 2022
- Based on application segmentation, polyamide was the leading type in 2022
- On the basis of region, Asia Pacific was the leading revenue generator in 2022
Brominated Polystyrene Market- Segmentation Analysis:
- The Global Brominated Polystyrene Market is segmented on the basis of Product Type, Application, and Region.
- The market is divided into categories based on product type: Low Molecular Weight BPS and High Molecular Weight BPS. Due to its improved fire-retardant qualities and the rising emphasis on fire safety across sectors, High Molecular Weight Brominated Polystyrene (BPS) is in higher demand. BPS is a recommended option for applications where severe fire safety standards are crucial due to its large molecular weight, which also improves flame resistance and thermal stability.
- The market is divided into categories based on application: Polybutylene Terephthalate, Polyethylene Terephthalate, Polyamide, and other. The market expansion for this segment is anticipated to be aided by the growing demand to improve tensile durability and strength via the production of polyamide 6 and polyamide 66 polymers. These polyamides are primarily employed in the manufacture of several fabrics, plastics, and automotive parts.
Brominated Polystyrene Market- Geographical Insights:
Geographically, this market is widespread into the regions of North America, Latin America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and the Middle East and Africa. These regions are further divided as per the nations bringing business. The Asia Pacific region is experiencing growth in urbanization, industrialization, and infrastructural development, which is driving up demand for brominated polystyrene. The demand for fire-resistant materials to meet safety requirements and regulations is rising as these industries develop, which is fueling the local market for brominated polystyrene.
Brominated Polystyrene Market- Competitive Landscape:
Companies sell their products through a variety of channels, including corporate websites, e-commerce websites, retailers, distributors, and end consumers. Products makers compete on a variety of aspects, including product costs, performance, product making, technology, reputation, and availability. Some of the primary techniques used by corporations to strengthen their reach and expand their market share include new product launches, distribution network development, R&D spending, and mergers and acquisitions. For instance, in 2022, FRX Innovations, an innovator in polymer halogen-free fire retardant solutions located in Canada, revealed that its Nofia-branded retardants gained ChemFORWARD's SAFER accreditation. Google and Apple, in collaboration with ChemFORWARD, recently released a series of chemical hazard assessments for phosphorous-based and other non-halogenated fire retardants used in devices. This will hasten the proactive selection of safer chemicals. This cooperation aims to promote transparency and build a database that includes chemical hazard knowledge, allowing the supply chain to pick safer alternatives.
Recent Developments:
In May 2022, BASF SE announced Elastollan R 2600 FHF, an innovative thermoplastic Polyurethane from their Elastollan product range, for usage in busbar holders. When compared to ordinary engineering plastics, this substance has optimized thermal linear growth and a linear thermal contraction coefficient equivalent to copper and other conducting materials, which lowers the danger of breaking during temperature fluctuations and enhances safety. Furthermore, Elastollan R 2600 FHF is halogen-free and carries the UL94 V-0 flame retardant designation.
SCOPE OF THE REPORT
The scope of this report covers the market by its major segments, which include as follows:
GLOBAL BROMINATED POLYSTYRENE MARKET KEY PLAYERS
- Wufeng Chicheng Biotech Co., Ltd.
- Sunris
- Shandong Xurui New Materail Co., Ltd.
- Shandong Tianyi Chemical Co., Ltd.
- Shandong Runke Chemical Co., Ltd.
- Qingdao Richchem Co., Ltd.
- Oceanchem Group Limited
- Novista
- Lanxess
- ICL
- Hainan Zhonxin Chemical Co., Ltd.
- Gola Sun Technologies
GLOBAL BROMINATED POLYSTYRENE MARKET, BY PRODUCT TYPE
- Low Molecular Weight BPS
- High Molecular Weight BPS
GLOBAL BROMINATED POLYSTYRENE MARKET, BY APPLICATION
- Polybutylene Terephthalate
- Polyethylene Terephthalate
- Polyamide
- Other
GLOBAL BROMINATED POLYSTYRENE MARKET, BY REGION
- North America
- The U.S.
- Canada
- Europe
- Germany
- France
- Italy
- Spain
- United Kingdom
- Russia
- Netherlands
- Sweden
- Poland
- Rest of Europe
- Asia Pacific
- India
- China
- South Korea
- Japan
- Australia
- Thailand
- Indonesia
- Philippines
- Rest of APAC
- Latin America
- Brazil
- Mexico
- Argentina
- Colombia
- Rest of LATAM
- The Middle East and Africa
- Saudi Arabia
- United Arab Emirates
- Israel
- Turkey
- Algeria
- Egypt
- Rest of MEA