Global Expanded Polypropylene Foam Market Size & Outlook

The global expanded polypropylene foam market size was estimated at USD 1,153.0 million in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 2,553.0 million by 2033, growing at a CAGR of 9.1% from 2025 to 2033.
Revenue, 2024 (US$M)
$1,153.0
Forecast, 2033 (US$M)
$2,553.0
CAGR, 2025 - 2033
9.1%
Report Coverage
Worldwide

Global expanded polypropylene foam market highlights

  • The global expanded polypropylene foam market generated a revenue of USD 1,153.0 million in 2024 and is expected to reach USD 2,553.0 million by 2033.
  • The market is expected to grow at a CAGR (2025 - 2033) of 9.1% by 2033.
  • In terms of segment, high density accounted for a revenue of USD 539.0 million in 2024.
  • High Density is the most lucrative product segment registering the fastest growth during the forecast period.
  • In terms of region, Asia Pacific was the largest revenue generating market in 2024.
  • Country-wise, China is expected to register the highest CAGR from 2025 to 2033.

Global data book summary

Market revenue in 2024USD 1,153.0 million
Market revenue in 2033USD 2,553.0 million
Growth rate9.1% (CAGR from 2025 to 2033)
Largest segmentHigh density
Fastest growing segmentHigh Density
Historical data covered2021 - 2023
Base year for estimation2024
Forecast period covered2025 - 2033
Quantitative unitsRevenue in USD million
Market segmentationHigh Density, Low Density, Medium Density

Other key industry trends

  • In terms of revenue, the North America accounted for 29.4% of the global expanded polypropylene foam market in 2024.
  • By country, the China is projected to lead the global market in terms of revenue in 2033.
  • By country, China is the fastest growing regional market and is projected to reach USD 389.0 million by 2033.

High density was the largest segment with a revenue share of 46.75% in 2024. Horizon Databook has segmented the Global expanded polypropylene foam market based on high density, low density, medium density covering the revenue growth of each sub-segment from 2021 to 2033.


The growth in automotive industry directly influences the growth of related industries such as steel, plastics, and aftermarket services. Automotive market is the largest end user of expanded polypropylene foam and molded products for numerous applications owing to the improved mechanical and chemical properties offered by EPP foam.

The technological changes in automotive industry and the growing focus on energy efficient, light, and durable materials have led to the use of PVC, PE, PU, PP, and acrylic materials for auto parts including trim components, floor, hood & door panels, and bumper parts.

Vehicle production in Asia Pacific has seen rapid growth owing to the increasing demand for passenger cars in China and India. In addition, the presence of major players, such as Hyundai, Nissan, Toyota, Tata, Maruti, and Isuzu among others, in the region has led to the rapid market growth.

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Expanded Polypropylene Foam Market Companies

Name Profile # Employees HQ Website
JSP Corp View profile 3282 4-2, 3-chome Marunouchi, Shi-Nisseki Building, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, Japan, 100-0005 https://www.co-jsp.co.jp
Knauf View profile 51-100 Utrecht, Utrecht, The Netherlands, Europe https://knauf.be/nl
DS Smith PLC View profile 29672 1 Paddington Square, Level 3, London, United Kingdom, W2 1DL https://www.dssmith.com
Kaneka Corp View profile 13284 3-2-4, Nakanoshima, Kita-ku, Osaka, Japan, 530-8288 http://www.kaneka.co.jp
Hanwha View profile 5001-10000 Seoul, Seoul-t'ukpyolsi, South Korea, Asia https://www.hanwhacorp.co.kr/eng/index.jsp
Crown Holdings Inc View profile 25000 14025 Riveredge Drive, Suite 300, Tampa, FL, United States, 33637-2015 https://www.crowncork.com
Furukawa Electric Co Ltd View profile 51314 Marunouchi Nakadori Building, 2-3, Marunouchi 2-chome, Chiyodaku, Tokyo, Japan, 100-8322 http://www.furukawa.co.jp
Basf SE View profile 111855 Carl-Bosch-Strasse 38, Ludwigshafen am Rhein, Germany, 67056 https://www.basf.com
Sonoco Products Co View profile 23000 1 N. Second Street, Hartsville, SC, United States, 29550 http://www.sonoco.com

Global expanded polypropylene foam market size, by regions, 2021-2033 (US$M)

Top 10 countries: Expanded polypropylene foam market size, 2024 (US$M)

Global expanded polypropylene foam market share, by product, 2024 & 2033 (%, US$M)

Expanded polypropylene foam market: Opportunity assessment by country

Global expanded polypropylene foam market, by region, 2024 (US$M)

Global expanded polypropylene foam market size, by regions, 2021-2033 (US$M)

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