The global electric vehicle plastics market size was estimated at USD 13.33 billion in 2030 and is anticipated to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 28.0% from 2024 to 2030. The industry is projected to witness significant growth in terms of consumption, on account of high application scope and increasing demand from the growing population. The Polypropylene (PP) resin demand in the Asia Pacific region is estimated to grow at the fastest CAGR over the forecast period. Strong government support & initiatives regarding emissions and increasing investment by manufacturers are propelling the growth of the region.
Furthermore, EVs are efficient and require less maintenance as compared with traditional vehicles. These factors are expected to boost the demand for EVs, which is expected to drive the demand for plastics over the forecast period. Increasing utilization of plastics in EVs is anticipated to boost industry growth positively over the forecast period. Plastics have proven to perform well under harsh conditions through their resistance to shock, moisture, oxidation, and further maintaining their chemical and mechanical properties. Plastics will be crucial material for manufacturing lightweight and energy-efficient EVs. Based on resin type, PP is expected to witness major demand during the projected years.
Polypropylene is used in many components of the vehicle including bumpers, carpet fibers, cable insulation, and others. Properties, such as good heat, chemical & fatigue resistance, and others, are anticipated to drive the demand for PP in the industry. Major manufacturers are adopting expansion strategies, such as new product development, production facility expansions, mergers & acquisitions, and joint ventures. For instance, in October 2021, DuPont launched a new extension of its existing Zytel HTN range, named as Zytel 500 series. These products are developed to provide enhanced retention properties in e-mobility oils, electrically friendly characteristics, and a high Comparative Tracking Index (CTI).
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The Asia Pacific region is estimated to grow at the fastest CAGR from 2022 to 2030. Increasing demand from the growing population coupled with environmental concerns among others are anticipated to drive market growth in the region
The battery segment is anticipated to register the fastest CAGR from 2022 to 2030. Batteries are one of the significant components of an EV and, in comparison to combustion engines, battery vehicles do not produce any emissions and are eco-friendly. The growing demand for EVs has promising growth for EV batteries
The exterior application segment accounted for the largest revenue share in 2021 and is estimated to continue its dominance over the forecast period due to the high demand in aesthetics
The BEV vehicle type segment led the industry in 2021 and it is anticipated to continue growing over the forecast period as PHEVs have higher maintenance costs than BEVs
Grand View Research has segmented the global electric vehicle plastics market report based on resin, application, components, vehicle type, and region:
Electric Vehicle Plastics Resin Outlook (Volume, Kilotons; Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)
Polypropylene (PP)
Polyamide (PA)
Polycarbonate (PC)
Polyethylene (PE)
Polyurethane (PU)
Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)
Polyvinyl Butyral (PVB)
Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT)
Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS)
Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET)
Others
Electric Vehicle Plastics Application Outlook (Volume, Kilotons; Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)
Interior
Exterior
Powertrain System/Under Bonnet
Lighting & Electric Wiring
Electric Vehicle Plastics Components Outlook (Volume, Kilotons; Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)
Steering & Dashboards
Car Upholstery
Bumper
Door Assembly
Exterior Trim
Interior Trim
Connector and Cables
Battery
Lighting
Electric Wiring
Others
Electric Vehicle Plastics Vehicle Type Outlook (Volume, Kilotons; Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)
Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV)
Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV)/ Plug-in Hybrid Vehicle (PHEV)
Electric Vehicle Plastics Regional Outlook (Volume, Kilotons; Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)
North America
U.S.
Canada
Mexico
Europe
Germany
U.K.
France
Italy
The Netherlands
Spain
Asia Pacific
China
India
Japan
South Korea
Australia
Indonesia
Thailand
Vietnam
Central & South America
Brazil
Argentina
Middle East & Africa
Saudi Arabia
United Arab Emirates (UAE)
South Africa
List of Key Players of Electric Vehicle Plastics Market
BASF SE
SABIC
LyondellBasell Industries Holdings B.V.
Evonik Industries
Covestro AG
Dupont
Sumitomo Chemicals Co. Ltd.
LG Chem
Asahi Kasei
LANXESS
INEOS Group
Celanese Corp.
AGC Chemicals
EMS-Chemie Holding
Mitsubishi Engineering Plastics Corp.
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