Cast Elastomer Global Market Report 2026

Cast elastomers are resilient polymer materials with rubber-like properties, known for their exceptional stretching capabilities and ability to revert to their original shape upon the removal of force, akin to springs. These versatile polymers find applications in various industrial components, including bearings, wear strips, bumpers, shock absorbers, and slide plates.

Two primary categories of cast elastomers are hot-cast and cold-cast varieties. Hot-cast elastomers are particularly suited for demanding applications where top-notch performance is essential. The manufacturing process for hot-cast elastomers involves the use of heated components and tooling, followed by a hot post-cure to enhance properties. These cast elastomers are distributed through both online and offline channels, catering to diverse sectors such as mining, automotive and transportation, industrial, oil and gas, among others.

Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report's Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.

Tariffs are influencing the cast elastomer market by increasing costs of imported raw polymers, additives, and specialized molds used in hot cast and cold cast elastomer production. Industrial and mining sectors in North America and Europe are most affected due to reliance on imported materials, while Asia-Pacific faces cost pressures on elastomer exports. These tariffs are raising component prices and lead times. However, they are supporting domestic polymer processing, localized elastomer casting, and supplier diversification.

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The cast elastomer market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $1.65 billion in 2025 to $1.78 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.7%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to expansion of mining and material handling activities, growth in industrial machinery usage, increasing demand for vibration damping components, adoption of elastomers in oil and gas equipment, availability of advanced polymer formulations.

The cast elastomer market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $2.37 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.4%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing demand for durable industrial components, rising investments in mining and infrastructure equipment, growth of automation-driven machinery, increasing preference for low-maintenance materials, expansion of heavy equipment manufacturing. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing demand for high-wear resistant elastomers, rising adoption in heavy-duty industrial applications, growing use of polyurethane-based elastomers, expansion of custom-molded elastomer components, enhanced focus on material longevity.

The cast elastomer market is anticipated to experience growth driven by the increasing demand in automotive component manufacturing. The automotive components industry, particularly in India, is expected to witness significant growth, with projections indicating a 10-15% increase. Cast elastomers, known for their flexibility, durability, and ease of processing, find applications in various automotive components. For instance, the Indian automotive sector achieved a revenue of USD 56.5 billion in 2022, representing a 23% increase from the previous year. This upward trajectory is expected to continue, with a projected growth rate of 15% in the fiscal year 2023-24, highlighting the substantial demand for automotive components that contributes to the cast elastomers market's growth.

Major companies in the cast elastomer market are concentrating on developing innovations, such as low compression sets, which ensure minimal deformation under pressure. Low compression set refers to a material's capacity to resist permanent deformation when subjected to prolonged compression. For example, in November 2023, Inkbit, a US-based 3D printing technology firm, introduced TEPU 50A, an advanced material designed specifically for 3D printing. This new elastomer features a Shore 50A durometer hardness, excellent UV stability, chemical compatibility, and a low compression set. It is well-suited for creating intricate, elastic components such as grommets, seals, and soft grippers. The material offers precise detailing, outperforming traditional rubber and silicone alternatives. The cutting-edge technology guarantees high-quality, consistent 3D printing for demanding industrial applications.

In January 2023, Mearthane Products Corporation, a US-based manufacturer specializing in custom-formulated polyurethane products, acquired Precision Elastomers, Inc. for an undisclosed sum. This acquisition is intended to enhance its capabilities in the production of high-performance elastomer products. It solidifies Mearthane's position in the custom polyurethane market, boosts its material science expertise, and expands its offerings across various industries. Precision Elastomers, Inc. is a US-based manufacturer of custom-molded products.

Major companies operating in the cast elastomer market are Argonics Inc., BASF SE, Chemline Incorporation, Coim Group, Covestro AG, Du Pont De Nemours and Company, Era Polymers Pty Ltd., Huntsman International LLC, Lanxess AG, Mitsui Chemicals Inc., Dow Chemical Company, Tosoh Corporation, Carlisle Polyurethane Systems, Wacker Chemie AG, Momentive Performance Materials Inc., Cast Urethane, Wanhua Chemical Group Co. Ltd., Polyurethane Products Corporation, Trelleborg AB, RTP Company, PolyOne Corporation, Hexpol AB, Rubberlite Inc., Sanchem Inc.

North America was the largest region in the cast elastomer market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the cast elastomer market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.

The countries covered in the cast elastomer market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The cast elastomers market consists of sales of polyether, polyesters, TDI-based, and MDI-based.Values in this market are 'factory gate' values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

Cast Elastomer Market Global Report 2026 from The Business Research Company provides strategists, marketers and senior management with the critical information they need to assess the market.

This report focuses cast elastomer market which is experiencing strong growth. The report gives a guide to the trends which will be shaping the market over the next ten years and beyond.

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The report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, total addressable market (TAM), market attractiveness score (MAS), competitive landscape, market shares, company scoring matrix, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market's historic and forecast market growth by geography.

• The market characteristics section of the report defines and explains the market. This section also examines key products and services offered in the market, evaluates brand-level differentiation, compares product features, and highlights major innovation and product development trends.
• The supply chain analysis section provides an overview of the entire value chain, including key raw materials, resources, and supplier analysis. It also provides a list competitor at each level of the supply chain.
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• The regulatory and investment landscape section provides an overview of the key regulatory frameworks, regularity bodies, associations, and government policies influencing the market. It also examines major investment flows, incentives, and funding trends shaping industry growth and innovation.
• The market size section gives the market size ($b) covering both the historic growth of the market, and forecasting its development.
• The forecasts are made after considering the major factors currently impacting the market. These include the technological advancements such as AI and automation, Russia-Ukraine war, trade tariffs (government-imposed import/export duties), elevated inflation and interest rates.
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• Market segmentations break down the market into sub markets.
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• Expanded geographical coverage includes Taiwan and Southeast Asia, reflecting recent supply chain realignments and manufacturing shifts in the region. This section analyzes how these markets are becoming increasingly important hubs in the global value chain.
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• The company scoring matrix section evaluates and ranks leading companies based on a multi-parameter framework that includes market share or revenues, product innovation, and brand recognition.

Scope

• Markets Covered:1) By Type: Hot Cast Elastomer; Cold Cast Elastomer
• 2) By Distribution: Online; Offline
• 3) By End-Use Industry: Mining; Automotive And Transportation; Industrial; Oil And Gas; Other End-Users
• Subsegments:
• 1) By Hot Cast Elastomer: Polyurethane Hot Cast Elastomers; Silicone Hot Cast Elastomers
• 2) By Cold Cast Elastomer: Polyurethane Cold Cast Elastomers; Silicone Cold Cast Elastomers
• Companies Mentioned: Argonics Inc.; BASF SE; Chemline Incorporation; Coim Group; Covestro AG; Du Pont De Nemours and Company; Era Polymers Pty Ltd.; Huntsman International LLC; Lanxess AG; Mitsui Chemicals Inc.; Dow Chemical Company; Tosoh Corporation; Carlisle Polyurethane Systems; Wacker Chemie AG; Momentive Performance Materials Inc.; Cast Urethane; Wanhua Chemical Group Co. Ltd.; Polyurethane Products Corporation; Trelleborg AB; RTP Company; PolyOne Corporation; Hexpol AB; Rubberlite Inc.; Sanchem Inc.
• Countries: Australia; Brazil; China; France; Germany; India; Indonesia; Japan; Taiwan; Russia; South Korea; UK; USA; Canada; Italy; Spain.
• Regions: Asia-Pacific; South East Asia; Western Europe; Eastern Europe; North America; South America; Middle East; Africa
• Time Series: Five years historic and ten years forecast.
• Data: Ratios of market size and growth to related markets, GDP proportions, expenditure per capita,
• Data Segmentations: country and regional historic and forecast data, market share of competitors, market segments.
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