Dry Use Chopped Strand (DUCS) Market is Forecasted to Reach US$1.6 Billion in 2030, Says Stratview Research

Stratview Research 03-03-26

The global Dry Use Chopped Strand (DUCS) Market size was valued at US$1.1 billion in 2024, and is projected to reach US$1.6 billion by 2030, witnessing a market growth CAGR of 5.2% from 2025 to 2030, according to an analysis by Stratview Research.

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Market Statistics

Market Size in 2024

US$1.1 billion

Market Size in 2030

US$1.6 billion

Growth (CAGR)

5.2% during 2025-2030

Cumulative Sales Opportunity 2024 to 2030

US$8.69 Billion

Leading End User Type

Transportation

Leading Process Type

Injection molding

Leading Region

Asia-Pacific

Forecast Period

2025-2030

Trend Period

2019-2023

Base Year

2024

Number of Segments Covered

3

Number of Tables & Graphs

100+

Country-Level Market Assessment

20

 

Segment Insights & Market Share Analysis of the Dry Use Chopped Strand (DUCS) Market:

The global Dry Use Chopped Strand (DUCS) Market is segmented based on End user type, Process type, and region.

Based on End User type

Transportation is expected to remain dominant, whereas electrical & electronics is likely to be the fastest-growing end-use industry during the forecast period.

  • The market is segmented into transportation, construction, consumer goods, electrical & electronics, and others. 
  • DUCS is used for several automotive applications, such as exterior body panels; interior and exterior parts like bumpers, body panels, and dashboards; interior battery separators; near-to-engine applications, and interior structural and semi-structural applications.
  • On the other hand, chopped strands are used with polyester resin for making BMC compounds, which are utilized in small GRP parts for the automotive and electrical industries.


Based on the Process type

Injection molding is expected to remain the preferred process type in the market over the years to come.

·       Injection molding offers high efficiency, high productivity, design flexibility, high precision, consistency, and low cost.

·       Even though injection molding is a conventional process, it poses a few limitations in certain cases; hence, selecting the right molding process for certain applications is extremely necessary.

 

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Which Region Shows the Most Promising Growth Forecast and Opportunity?

“Asia-Pacific is expected to remain the largest market for DUCS during the forecast period.”

  • Increasing building demand in emerging nations like India, Indonesia, and Thailand is to drive the market in the coming years.
  • Moreover, increased emphasis on emission control legislation, as well as growing demand for environmentally friendly products, has resulted in scientific developments in the field of composites.
  • The replacement of conventional materials, such as steel and aluminum, with fiberglass is contributing to high growth in the fiberglass market in the region. Consequently, increased demand for fiberglass from various industries such as construction, automotive, and electronics is likely to fuel the demand for DUCS in the region.

 

Dry Use Chopped Strand (DUCS) Market Drivers:

Some of the key drivers listed in the report are given below.

  • Dry-use chopped strand refers to short lengths of glass fibers that are specifically designed for dry processing methods such as compression molding, injection molding, or extrusion, without the use of water or liquid binders.
  • These strands are made by chopping continuous glass filaments (usually E-glass or S-glass) into short segments, typically 3 to 12 mm in length, and are coated with a special sizing or coupling agent that enhances compatibility with thermoplastic or thermoset resins.

 

Competitive Landscape: Top Companies in the Dry Use Chopped Strand (DUCS) Market:

Most of the major players compete in some of the factors, including price, service offerings, regional presence, etc. The following are the key players in the dry use chopped strand market -  

The following are the key players in the dry-use chopped strand (DUCS) market (Based on Dominance):

  • China Jushi Co. Ltd.
  • Owens Corning
  • Taishan Fibreglass Inc.
  • Nippon Electric Glass Co. Ltd.
  • Chongqing Polycomp International Corp (CPIC)
  • 3B-Fibreglass
  • Johns Manville
  • Taiwan Glass Group
  • Saint Gobain S.A.

Note: The above list does not necessarily include all the top players in the market.


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Key questions this report answers

Relevant contents in the report

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In-depth analysis of the Dry Use Chopped Strand (DUCS) Market

How lucrative is the future?

Market forecast and trend data and emerging trends

Which regions offer the best sales opportunities?

Global, regional, and country-level historical data and forecasts

Which are the most attractive market segments?

Market segment analysis and forecast

Who are the top players and their market positioning?

Competitive landscape analysis, Market share analysis

How complex is the business environment?

Porter’s five forces analysis, PEST analysis, Life cycle analysis

What are the factors affecting the market?

Drivers & challenges

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