Market Insights
The polypropylene market was estimated at USD 126.19 billion in 2022 and is likely to grow at a CAGR of 3.34% during 2023-2028 to reach USD 153.99 billion in 2028.
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Market Dynamics
Introduction
Polypropylene is a thermoplastic polymer produced by combining propylene monomers with catalysts. As thermoplastic polymers are recyclable, their applications are growing in a wide array of industries such as packaging, automotive, building & construction, electrical & electronics, medical, and others. They are of basically two types i.e. homopolymer and copolymer.
Market Drivers
Rising Demand from the Packaging Market: The polypropylene market is expanding due to increasing packaging demand for food and beverages, as well as its moisture barrier properties, making it ideal for food and beverage packaging and automobile manufacturing due to its ease of processability and stiffness.
Rising Demand from the Manufacturing Market: Polypropene's high durability and flexibility make it a promising material for the agricultural sector, with increasing demand for tools like drippers and microtubes driving growth.
Rising demand from the Industrial Market: Polypropylene's high rigidity and transparency properties, particularly in packaging electrical spares and parts, are expected to boost its demand across various industries due to its efficient properties.

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Key Players
The following are the key players in the polypropylene market:
- LyondellBasell Industries Holdings B.V.
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Exxon Mobil Corporation,
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SABIC,
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DuPont,
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INEOS,
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Formosa Plastics Corporation,
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China Petrochemical Corporation, and LG Chem,
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Eastman Chemical Company,
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BASF SE,
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Westlake Chemical Corporation,
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Haldia Petrochemicals Limited,
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Lotte Chemical UK LTD.,
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Trinseo,
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HPCL- Mittal Energy Limited,
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Brahmaputra Cracker And Polymer Limited,
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SACO AEI
Note: The above list does not necessarily include all the top players in the market.
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Segment Analysis
Segmentations
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List of Sub-Segments
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Dominant and Fastest-Growing Segments
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Type Analysis
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Homopolymer and Copolymer
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Homopolymer shares more than 80% in 2022.
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Application-Type Analysis
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Injection Molding, Fiber & Raffia, Film & Sheet, and Blow Molding
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Film and sheet share nearly 35% in 2022 of the market.
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End-Use Industry Analysis
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Packaging, Automotive, Building & Construction, Electrical & Electronics, Medical, and Others
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Packaging segment shares more than 35%in 2022 during the forecast period.
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Regional Analysis
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North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of the World
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Asia Pacific holds more than 45% of the share in 2022.
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By Type
"The Homopolymer shares more than 80% in 2022 and is expected to maintain its position during the forecast period"
The market is segmented as homopolymer and copolymer. The Homopolymer shares more than 80% in 2022 and is expected to maintain its position during the forecast period. Homopolymer polyethylene is widely used in many industries such as packaging, automotive, building & construction, and electrical & electronics owing to its better mechanical properties.
By Application Type
"Film and sheet share nearly 35% in 2022 of the market"
The polypropylene market comprises injection molding, fiber & raffia, film & sheet, and blow molding. Film and sheet share nearly 35% in 2022 of the market owing to their widespread usage in carpets, carpet backing, and tapes. Injection molding is expected to remain the second-largest segment owing to the growing demand for molded products in an increasing number of end-use industries.
By End-Use Industry Type
"The packaging segment shares more than 35% in 2022"
The polypropylene market is segmented as packaging, automotive, building & construction, electrical & electronics, medical, and others. The packaging segment shares more than 35%in 2022. Polypropylene is used in the packaging of food and consumer products.
Regional Analysis
"Asia Pacific holds more than 45% of the share in 2022"
Asia Pacific holds more than 45% of the share in 2022 for polypropylene market. China, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, and India are the largest consumers of polypropylene in the region. Significant economic development in the region is paving the path for electrical & electronic, packaging, building & construction, and automotive industries.
Further, a huge consumer base and significant economic development in the region are likely to boost the demand for polypropylene in the region. North America and Europe are also expected to witness a healthy demand for polypropylene material owing to the revival of the construction industry from the global economic slowdown.

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Research Methodology
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- Market structure: Overview, industry life cycle analysis, supply chain analysis.
- Market environment analysis: Growth drivers and constraints, Porter’s five forces analysis, SWOT analysis.
- Market trend and forecast analysis.
- Market segment trend and forecast.
- Competitive landscape and dynamics: Market share, Service portfolio, New Product Launches, etc.
- COVID-19 impact and its recovery curve
- Attractive market segments and associated growth opportunities.
- Emerging trends.
- Strategic growth opportunities for the existing and new players.
- Key success factors.
Market Segmentation
This report studies the market covering 12 years of trend and forecast. The report provides detailed insights into the market dynamics to enable informed business decision-making and growth strategy formulation based on the opportunities present in the market.
The polypropylene market is segmented into the following categories:
By Type
By Application Type
- Injection Molding
- Fiber & Raffia
- Film & Sheet
- Blow Molding
By End-Use Industry Type
- Packaging, Automotive
- Building & Construction
- Electrical & Electronics
- Medical
- Others
By Region
- North America (Country Analysis: the USA, Canada, and Mexico)
- Europe (Country Analysis: Germany, France, the UK, Russia, Spain, and Rest of Europe)
- Asia-Pacific (Country Analysis: China, Japan, India, South Korea, and Rest of Asia-Pacific)
- Rest of the World (Sub-Region Analysis: Latin America, the Middle East, and Others)
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