Impact of COVID-19 on Unsaturated Polyester Resins Market
Covid-19 has impacted the market dynamics, competition, and global supply chains. The revenues has gone down in 2020 and may resume an uptrend gradually form 2021. Companies optimizing their operation and statergy will sustain and beat the competition.
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Unsaturated Polyester Resins Market Insights
Unsaturated polyester resins market is likely to witness an impressive CAGR of 6.2% during the forecast period. The market for unsaturated polyester resins is lucrative with the rising demand from manufacturing industries of boat and ship building, wind blades, electrical & electronics, windmills, automotive applications, and sanitary ware.
Unsaturated Polyester Resins Market - Snapshot
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Growth
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6.2% for the next five years
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Major Type
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Orthophthalic resins
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Dominant End-Use Industry Type
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Building & Construction
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Region with the highest demand
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Asia-Pacific
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Key Players
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Reichhold Inc., Ashland Inc., Koninklijke DSM N.V., Polynt Group, Aoc LLC, BASF SE, U-Pica Company Ltd., UPC Technology Corp., Nuplex Industries Ltd., and Scott Bader Company Ltd.
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Market Share Analysis

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Unsaturated Polyester Resins Market Share: By Type
Based on the type, the market has been segmented as orthophthalic resins, isophthalic resins, dicyclopentadiene (DCPD) resins, and others. It is estimated that orthophthalic resins would lead the market in the coming five years, owing to their rich properties, such as cost-effectiveness, durability, and chemical tolerance. They are extensively used in manufacturing of hulls and decks of boats, wind blades, and land transportation components which drive the market globally.
Unsaturated Polyester Resins Market Share: By End-Use Industry Type
Based on the end-use industry type, the market is segmented as building & construction, land transportation, pipes & tanks, electrical & electronics, wind energy, artificial stones, and others. The building & construction segment is estimated to lead the market during the forecast period. This unprecedented growth is attributed to the rising demand for infrastructural developments in the emerging economies.
Unsaturated Polyester Resins Market Share: By Region
In terms of regions, Asia-Pacific is expected to remain the largest market for unsaturated polyester resins in the coming five years, by value and volume. China and India will be the growth engines of the region. The market is driven by the increasing demand for infrastructural developments during the forecast period. North America is also expected to be the largest market in the coming five years.

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Some of the unsaturated polyester resin manufacturers are-
- Reichhold Inc.
- Ashland Inc.
- Koninklijke DSM N.V.
- Polynt Group
- Aoc LLC
- BASF SE
- U-Pica Company Ltd.
- UPC Technology Corp.
- Nuplex Industries Ltd.
- Scott Bader Company Ltd.
Market Scope & Segmentation
Unsaturated Polyester Resins are polymer that has been obtained as a result of polyalcohols and polyacids reaction. It is mainly polymer in liquid form that takes shape of sholid after curing. It is known to have properties of high durability and great strength.
Unsaturated Polyester Resins, after attaining the solid form, offers excellent lightness, great electrical insulation, higher strength, good surface finish, rigidity, and resistance to water and chemicals. They are highly in use in different areas such as composites, wood paints, panels, boat coats, coloring pastes, and others.
This report studies the market covering a period of 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.
Unsaturated Polyester Resins Market Research Report - Features
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Market Segmentation
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3 ways
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Regions Covered
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4
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Countries/Sub-Regions Covered
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15
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No. of Figures & Tables
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>150
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Company Profiles
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10
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The unsaturated polyester resins market is segmented into the following categories.
Unsaturated Polyester Resins Market Size, Share, & Forecast, by Type:
- Orthophthalic Resins (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)
- Isophthalic Resins (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)
- Dicyclopentadiene (DCPD) Resins (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)
- Others
- (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)
- (Type Analysis: Gelcoat Resins, Terephthalic Resins, and Chlorendic Resins)
Unsaturated Polyester Resins Market Size, Share, & Forecast, by End-Use Industry Type:
- Building & Construction
- (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)
- (End-Use Industry Type Analysis: Fiberglass Reinforced Plastics (FRP))
- Marine (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)
- Land Transportation (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)
- Pipes & Tanks (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)
- Electrical & Electronics (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)
- Wind Energy (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)
- Artificial Stones (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)
- Others (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)
Unsaturated Polyester Resins Market Size, Share, & Forecast, by Region:
- North America (Country Analysis: the USA, Canada, and Mexico)
- Europe (Country Analysis: Germany, France, the UK, Russia, and Rest of Europe)
- Asia-Pacific (Country Analysis: China, Japan, India, and Rest of Asia-Pacific)
- Rest of the World (Sub-Region Analysis: Latin America, the Middle East, and Others)

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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, product portfolio, product launches, etc.
- Attractive market segments and associated growth opportunities
- Emerging trends
- Strategic growth opportunities for the existing and new players
- Key success factors
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