Conductive Polymers Market Research Report: by Type (Polyphenylene Based Resin, Polyaniline, Polycarbonates, Inherently Conductive Polymer), Application (ESD & EMI Protection, Actuators, Antistatic Packaging, Capacitors, Sensor, Batteries, Solar Cells) – Global Market Size, Share, Development, Growth, and Demand Forecast to 2023

Valued at $4,441.7 million in 2017, the global conductive polymers market is projected to surpass $7,341.2 million by 2023, witnessing a CAGR of 8.7% between 2018 and 2023.

The APAC region is expected to witness the fastest growth in the industry during the forecast period. It can be due to increasing demand for conductive polymers in various applications, such as textiles, capacitors, batteries, actuators, sensors, and display devices. Additionally, the growing economies, such as China and India, with increasing industrialization rate are expected to further drive the conductive polymers market in the region.

Fundamentals Governing Conductive Polymers Market

The key trend observed in the conductive polymers market is the rapid adoption of conductive polymers for smart materials production. These materials are increasingly being adopted to manufacture artificial muscles along with other prosthetic medical devices, which utilize the properties of conductive polymers to change shape and size of artificial limbs. Their favorable electromagnetic, mechanical, chemical, and optical properties help to perform a particular function. These polymers have enhanced physical properties of smart materials over conventional materials, owing to higher strength and flexibility.

Growing preference for lightweight and high-performing electronic products is a key driver identified in the conductive polymers market. These polymers have high demand for flexible and wearable electronics, displays, other flexible inorganic semiconductors, cell phones, laptops, and other gadgets. With the rising income levels in the developing countries like China and fast-changing consumers’ preferences for lighter and advance electronic products, the demand for conductive polymers used in the production of lightweight electronic items is expected to rise over the coming years.

Emerging economies, such as China and India, hold a huge growth opportunity, owing to rise in increased foreign direct investments in different sectors, particularly in industrial manufacturing. Rapid industrialization in these nations over the past few decades has brought a significant change in the use of advanced technology to increase the industrial production. Furthermore, major industries witnessing rapid technological advancements include electronics and automotive where conductive polymers are widely used. With the increasing sales of automobiles and electronic products in emerging economies, the demand for conductive polymers from the end-use industries of these countries is expected to rise in the upcoming years.

Structural Analysis of Conductive Polymers Market

The polyaniline category held the largest value share, in the conductive polymers market, and accounted for revenue worth $1,366.7 million in 2017. Polyaniline is one of the most versatile conductive polymers with broad spectrum of tuneable properties.

The solar cells category under the application segment is expected to exhibit the fastest growth, by value, , with 10.7% CAGR, during the forecast period. This can be attributed to its environment-friendly properties, as it reduces the carbon emission in the production process of electricity.

Conductive Polymers Market Report Coverage

Report Attribute	Details
Historical Years	2013-2017
Forecast Years	2018-2023
Market Size by Segments	Type, Application
Market Size of Geographies	U.S., Canada, Mexico, Germany, Italy, France, U.K., China, Japan, Taiwan, Brazil, Saudi Arabia, South Africa

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Global Scenario of Conductive Polymers Market

Globally, North America was the largest market, in terms of value, for conductive polymers during the historical period and is expected to maintain the trend during the forecast period as well. This can be ascribed to the technological advancements by the major industry players for the development of electronic products. Considering the future industry scenario, the U.S. is expected to lead the North American conductive polymers market, generating revenue worth $3,926.0 million in 2023.

During the forecast period, the global conductive polymers market is expected to witness the fastest growth in APAC, mainly on account of the increasing demand for conductive polymers in various applications, such as textiles, capacitors, batteries, actuators, sensors, and display devices. China is expected to lead the APAC market due to expanding electronics industry and increasing demand for electrostatic coatings on door panels and window panes from the residential construction sector.

Competitive Landscape of Conductive Polymers Market

Some of the key players in conductive polymers market are Solvay S.A., RTP Company, The 3M Company, The Lubrizol Corporation, Henkel AG & Co. KGaA, and Saudi Basic Industries Corporation.

Recent Strategic Developments of Major Conductive Polymers Market Players

In recent years, major players in the conductive polymers market have taken several strategic measures, such as product launches and facilities expansions, to gain a competitive edge in the industry. For instance, in April 2018, Solvay S.A. launched Evolite F1050 tape for offshore oil and gas applications. Evolite F1050 has chemical and mechanical resistance and is suitable for high temperature applications. It can be used in offshore hybrid flexible pipes and thermoplastic composite pipes (TCPs).

Moreover, in February 2018, The Lubrizol Corporation announced for expansion of its engineered polymers thermoplastics polyurethane (TPU) business, which included new capacity added in North America, Europe, and Asia. The expansion is expected to meet the increased demand for polymers in the different regions.

Market Size Breakdown by Segment

The Conductive Polymers Market report offers comprehensive market segmentation analysis along with market estimation for the period 2013–2023.

Based on Type

• Polyphenylene Based Resin
• Polyaniline
• Polycarbonates
• Inherently Conductive Polymer (ICP)

Based on Application

• ESD & EMI Protection
• Actuators
• Antistatic Packaging
• Sensor
• Capacitors
• Batteries
• Solar Cells

Geographical Analysis

• North America
  • U.S.
  • Canada
• Europe
  • Germany
  • France
  • U.K.
  • Italy
• Asia-Pacific (APAC)
  • China
  • Japan
  • Taiwan
• Rest of World (ROW)
  • Brazil
  • South Africa
  • Saudi Arabia

Key Questions Addressed

• What is the current scenario of the global conductive polymers market?
• What are the emerging technologies for the development of conductive polymers?
• What is the historical and the present size of the market segments and their future potential?
• What are the major catalysts for the market and their impact during the short, medium, and long terms?
• What are the evolving opportunities for the market players?
• Which are the key geographies from the investment perspective?
• What are the key strategies adopted by the major players to expand their market share?