PUBLISHER: Polaris Market Research | PRODUCT CODE: 1762346
PUBLISHER: Polaris Market Research | PRODUCT CODE: 1762346
The plastic antioxidants market size is expected to reach USD 9.59 billion by 2034, according to a new study by Polaris Market Research. The report "Plastic Antioxidants Market Size, Share, & Industry Analysis Report: By Antioxidant Type, By Resin Type, By Application (Automotive, Food & Beverage, Pharmaceutical, Construction, and Others), and By Region - Market Forecast, 2025-2034" gives a detailed insight into current market dynamics and provides analysis on future market growth.
Plastic antioxidants are chemical additives used to prevent the degradation of plastics caused by heat, oxygen, and UV exposure, enhancing their durability and performance.
The packaging industry is one of the largest users of plastic materials, especially for food, beverages, cosmetics, and household products. These plastic packages need to be clear, strong, and long-lasting. Antioxidants help maintain the quality of the plastic during manufacturing and use, preventing it from becoming yellow, brittle, or weak. As e-commerce and retail markets expand, more packaging is needed, which increases the demand for high-performance plastics. In turn, this drives up the use of antioxidants that ensure the plastic packaging stays functional and appealing for consumers.
Governments around the world are setting stricter rules for chemical safety and environmental impact. These regulations affect how plastics are made and what additives can be used. Older antioxidant chemicals that are harmful or toxic are being phased out. As a result, there is a growing demand for safer, more eco-friendly antioxidants that meet these new standards. This shift is pushing companies to develop and adopt improved antioxidant products that are both effective and compliant with regulations. The need to meet legal and environmental requirements is a strong force behind the market's growth.
In 2024, the polyethylene segment dominated the market share driven by its extensive use across industries such as packaging, agriculture, construction, and consumer goods.
The automotive segment is expected to witness the significant growth during the forecast period due to industry's shift toward lightweight material.
In 2024, Asia Pacific dominated the plastic antioxidants market revenue share, due to large industrial base and presence of major automotive, food and beverage manufacturing bases.
The Europe regional market is projected to witness the fastest growth during the forecast period, driven by rising focus on sustainability and presence of advance automotive manufacturing players.
A few global key market players are BASF SE, Lanxess AG, Syensqo, Clariant AG, SI Group, Astra Polymers, Dover Chemical Corporation, Tosaf Compounds Ltd., 3V Sigma USA, Avient Corporation, and Eastman Chemical Company.
Polaris Market Research has segmented the plastic antioxidants market report on the basis of antioxidant type, resin type, application, and region:
By Antioxidant Type (Revenue - USD Billion, 2020-2034)
Phenolic
Phosphite & Phosphonite
Antioxidant Blends
Amines
Others
By Resin Type (Revenue - USD Billion, 2020-2034)
Polyethylene (PE)
Polypropylene (PP)
Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)
Polystyrene (PS)
Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene
Others
By Application (Revenue - USD Billion, 2020-2034)
Automotive
Food & Beverages
Pharmaceuticals
Construction
Others
By End Use (Revenue - USD Billion, 2020-2034)
Oil and Gas
Mining
Power
Chemical and Petrochemical
Processing
Others
By Regional Outlook (Revenue - USD Billion, 2020-2034)
North America
US
Canada
Europe
Germany
UK
France
Italy
Spain
Russia
Netherlands
Rest of Europe
Asia Pacific
China
India
Japan
South Korea
Indonesia
Malaysia
Australia
Rest of Asia Pacific
Latin America
Argentina
Brazil
Mexico
Rest of Latin America
Middle East & Africa
UAE
Saudi Arabia
Israel
South Africa
Rest of Middle East & Africa