3d Printing Plastics Market Report

Market Insights

3D Printing Plastics Market is likely to witness an impressive CAGR of 28.2% during the forecast period. Forward integration by major polymer manufacturers is one of the major drivers propelling the growth of the global 3D printing plastics market. In addition, the demand for bio-based plastics and the growing demand for 3D printing technology in various applications in end-use industries are the other prime factors impacting the 3D printing plastics market significantly.

Segments' Analysis

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3D Printing Plastics Market Share: By Type

Based on the type, the market is segmented as photopolymer, ABS, polyamide, PLA, and others. The photopolymer segment led the market in 2018, whereas the polyamide segment is estimated to witness the highest growth during the forecast period, owing to the escalating demand from the laser sintering technology.  

3D Printing Plastics Market Share: By Form Type

Based on the form type, the market is segmented as filament, liquid/ink, and powder. The filament segment commanded the market in 2018, and is estimated to maintain its dominance during the forecast period, driven by its extensive use in general and industrial applications. On the other hand, the powder segment is estimated to depict the highest growth in the coming five years with regard to the growth of laser sintering technology. 

3D Printing Plastics Market Share: By Application Type

Based on the application type, the market is segmented as prototyping and manufacturing. The prototyping segment led the market in 2018, and this trend is likely to continue during the forecast period. The manufacturing segment is estimated to portray a higher CAGR during the forecast period.

3D Printing Plastics Market Share: By Region

In terms of regions, the 3D printing plastics market in the Asia-Pacific region is estimated to witness the highest growth during the forecast period. North America and Europe are expected to continue being the major markets for 3D printing plastics, driven by the robust presence of the aerospace & defense and healthcare industries, which are the prime end-users of 3D printing plastics. 

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Market Scope & Segmentation

3D Printing Plastics is much different than the traditional method of hollowing plastics. Digital techniques are used for the purpose. There can be a number of types such as photopolymer, ABS, polyamide, PLA, and others.

3D Printing Plastics can be of various forms such as filament, liquid, or powder. Healthcare, aerospace, defense, automotive, electricals, and many others are the application areas where 3D Printing Plastics are used.

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.

The 3D printing plastics market is segmented into the following categories. 

3D Printing Plastics Market Size, Share, & Forecast, by Type:

• Photopolymer (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)
• ABS (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)
• Polyamide (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)
• PLA (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)
• Others (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)

3D Printing Plastics Market Size, Share, & Forecast, by Form Type:

• Filament (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)
• Liquid/Ink (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)
• Powder (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)

3D Printing Plastics Market Size, Share, & Forecast, by Application Type:

• Prototyping (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)
• Manufacturing (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)

3D Printing Plastics Market Size, Share, & Forecast, by End-Use Industry Type:

• Healthcare (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)
• Aerospace & Defense (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)
• Automotive (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)
• Electrical & Electronics (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)
• Others (Regional Analysis: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and RoW)

3D Printing Plastics 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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Key Players

Some of the major players in the 3D printing plastics market are-

• Arkema S.A.
• BASF 3D Printing Solutions GmbH
• CRP Group
• Clariant
• DowDuPont Inc.
• Evonik Industries AG
• Envisiontec GmbH
• Eos GmbH Electro Optical Systems
• Golden Plastics
• HP Inc

Research Methodology

This report offers high-quality insights and is the outcome of detailed research methodology comprising extensive secondary research, rigorous primary interviews with industry stakeholders and validation and triangulation with Stratview Research’s internal database and statistical tools. More than 1,000 authenticated secondary sources, such as company annual reports, fact book, press release, journals, investor presentation, white papers, patents, and articles have been leveraged to gather the data. We conduct more than 10 detailed primary interviews with the market players across the value chain in all four regions and with industry experts to obtain both the qualitative and quantitative insights.

Report Features

This report provides market intelligence in the most comprehensive way. The report structure has been kept such that it offers maximum business value. It provides critical insights into the market dynamics and will enable strategic decision making for the existing market players as well as those willing to enter the market. The following are the key features of the report:

• 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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Competitive Benchmarking

• Benchmarking of key players on the following parameters: Product portfolio, geographical reach, regional presence, and strategic alliances

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