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2032 年微孔塑膠市場預測：按類型、加工技術、應用、最終用戶和地區進行全球分析

Microcellular Plastics Market Forecasts to 2032 - Global Analysis By Type, Processing Technique, Application, End User and By Geography
出版日期: | 出版商: Stratistics Market Research Consulting | 英文 200+ Pages | 商品交期: 2-3個工作天內

價格

根據 Stratistics MRC 的數據，全球微孔塑膠市場預計在 2025 年達到 592 億美元，到 2032 年將達到 1,097 億美元，預測期內的複合年成長率為 9.2%。

微孔塑膠是一種輕質高性能材料，其特徵是細密均勻的孔洞結構。這些塑膠採用特殊的發泡工藝生產，在保持機械強度和耐用性的同時，降低了密度。其獨特的成分增強了絕緣性、抗衝擊性和能量吸收性，使其成為汽車、包裝和生物醫學應用的理想選擇。此外，微孔塑膠還能最大限度地減少聚合物用量，降低環境影響，並提高可回收性，進而提高材料效率。

對節能材料的偏好日益成長

人們對節能材料的日益偏好，推動了各行各業對微孔塑膠的採用。這些輕質高性能材料在保持機械完整性的同時，減少了材料消耗，使其成為汽車、航太和包裝應用的理想選擇。對提高隔熱性能並降低整體能耗的永續解決方案的需求，促使製造商將微孔塑膠融入其設計中。

缺乏意識和技術專業知識

許多製造商對其生產過程中涉及的獨特發泡過程並不熟悉，因為這需要專門的設備和知識。此外，將這些材料整合到現有的製造系統中需要進行結構性調整，儘管微孔塑膠具有許多優勢，但仍阻礙了市場擴張。

3D列印與積層製造的新興應用

該材料重量輕、機械性能高，且能高效利用聚合物，使其非常適合創新製造技術。隨著業界對客製化和快速原型製作的青睞，微孔塑膠可以提高設計靈活性，同時降低生產成本。它在功能部件、航太零件、醫療設備等領域的潛力正在吸引研究投資，並鞏固其在未來先進製造流程中的地位。

塑膠廢棄物的環境問題

儘管其材料效率高且聚合物消費量低，但它仍然被歸類為基於塑膠的解決方案，這引發了人們對永續性。日益增加的監管措施和遏制塑膠廢棄物的社會壓力，使得人們更加重視生物分解性和可回收產品。此外，應對嚴格的環境政策以及消費者對長期廢棄物堆積的擔憂將進一步增加成本，從而阻礙市場成長。

COVID-19的影響：

疫情擾亂了全球供應鏈，減緩了微孔塑膠的生產，並影響了市場成長。然而，疫情後的復甦工作更加重視輕量化、經濟高效的材料，重振了市場需求。醫療保健、包裝和汽車等行業尋求高效的解決方案，以最佳化成本並維持產品性能。

預計預測期內聚氨酯（PU）部分將成為最大的部分。

聚氨酯 (PU) 憑藉其卓越的機械性能和在工業應用中的多功能性，預計將在預測期內佔據最大的市場佔有率。聚氨酯基微孔塑膠具有優異的耐久性、抗衝擊性和柔韌性，是汽車、鞋類和消費品製造的理想選擇。此外，聚氨酯泡沫加工技術的進步提高了隔熱性能和能源效率，從而促進了其廣泛應用。

預計預測期內擠出發泡部分將以最高的複合年成長率成長。

隨著越來越多的製造商採用先進的發泡技術來最佳化生產效率，擠出發泡領域將在預測期內實現最高成長率。擠出發泡可提高材料的均勻性，減少聚合物消費量，並精確控制泡孔結構，進而提升機械強度和隔熱性能。包裝、運輸和結構部件領域不斷擴展的應用正在支撐這一成長。

佔比最大的地區：

預計北美將在預測期內佔據最大的市場佔有率，這得益於技術進步、強大的工業基礎設施以及對輕量材料日益成長的需求。該地區對永續性和節能解決方案的日益關注，推動了微孔塑膠在汽車、航太和醫療保健等領域的應用。

複合年成長率最高的地區：

由於快速的工業化以及消費品和包裝領域應用的不斷擴展，預計亞太地區將在預測期內實現最高的複合年成長率。中國、印度和日本等國家正在擴大其製造能力，並推動對經濟高效材料的需求。政府推動永續生產和節能聚合物發展的措施也進一步推動了該地區的成長。

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目錄

第1章執行摘要

第2章 前言

  • 概述
  • 相關利益者
  • 研究範圍
  • 調查方法
    • 資料探勘
    • 數據分析
    • 數據檢驗
    • 研究途徑
  • 研究材料
    • 主要研究資料
    • 次級研究資訊來源
    • 先決條件

第3章市場走勢分析

  • 驅動程式
  • 限制因素
  • 機會
  • 威脅
  • 應用分析
  • 最終用戶分析
  • 新興市場
  • COVID-19的影響

第4章 波特五力分析

  • 供應商的議價能力
  • 買家的議價能力
  • 替代品的威脅
  • 新進入者的威脅
  • 競爭對手之間的競爭

5. 全球微孔塑膠市場（按類型）

  • 聚苯乙烯（PS）
  • 聚氨酯（PU）
  • 聚氯乙烯（PVC）
  • 聚碳酸酯（PC）
  • 聚丙烯（PP）
  • 聚對苯二甲酸乙二醇酯（PET）
  • 其他類型

6. 全球微孔塑膠市場（按加工技術）

  • 擠出發泡
  • 氣體反壓成型
  • 射出成型
  • 吹塑成型
  • 其他加工技術

7. 全球微孔塑膠市場（按應用）

  • 絕緣
  • 結構件
  • 緩衝和能量吸收
  • 密封件和墊圈
  • 漂浮的
  • 其他用途

8. 全球微孔塑膠市場（依最終用戶）

  • 食品包裝
  • 建造
  • 汽車與運輸
  • 電氣和電子
  • 衛生保健
  • 鞋類
  • 其他最終用戶

9. 全球微孔塑膠市場（按地區）

  • 北美洲
    • 美國
    • 加拿大
    • 墨西哥
  • 歐洲
    • 德國
    • 英國
    • 義大利
    • 法國
    • 西班牙
    • 其他歐洲國家
  • 亞太地區
    • 日本
    • 中國
    • 印度
    • 澳洲
    • 紐西蘭
    • 韓國
    • 其他亞太地區
  • 南美洲
    • 阿根廷
    • 巴西
    • 智利
    • 南美洲其他地區
  • 中東和非洲
    • 沙烏地阿拉伯
    • 阿拉伯聯合大公國
    • 卡達
    • 南非
    • 其他中東和非洲地區

第10章 重大進展

  • 協議、夥伴關係、合作和合資企業
  • 收購與合併
  • 新產品發布
  • 業務擴展
  • 其他關鍵策略

第11章 公司概況

  • BASF SE
  • Armacell International SA
  • Borealis AG
  • Dow Chemical Company
  • Evonik Industries AG
  • Gracious Living Innovations Inc.
  • Horizon Plastics International, Inc.
  • LAMATEK, Inc.
  • LKAB Minerals AB
  • Mearthane Products Corporation
  • MicroGREEN Polymers, Inc.
  • Mitsui Chemicals, Inc.
  • NE Chemcat Corporation
  • Polycel Structural Foam, Inc.
  • Reedy Chemical Foam & Specialty Additives
  • RPC Group plc
  • Sealed Air Corporation
  • Sekisui Chemical Co., Ltd.
  • Sonoco Products Company
  • Trexel, Inc.
Product Code: SMRC29572

According to Stratistics MRC, the Global Microcellular Plastics Market is accounted for $59.2 billion in 2025 and is expected to reach $109.7 billion by 2032 growing at a CAGR of 9.2% during the forecast period. Microcellular plastics are lightweight, high-performance materials characterized by their fine, evenly distributed cellular structure. Manufactured through specialized foaming processes, these plastics exhibit reduced density while maintaining mechanical strength and durability. Their unique composition enhances thermal insulation, impact resistance, and energy absorption, making them ideal for automotive, packaging, and biomedical applications. Additionally, microcellular plastics contribute to material efficiency by minimizing polymer usage, reducing environmental impact, and improving recyclability.

Market Dynamics:

Driver:

Growing preference for energy-efficient materials

The growing preference for energy-efficient materials is driving the adoption of microcellular plastics across multiple industries. These lightweight, high-performance materials reduce material consumption while maintaining mechanical integrity, making them ideal for automotive, aerospace, and packaging applications. The demand for sustainable solutions that enhance thermal insulation and reduce overall energy usage is pushing manufacturers to integrate microcellular plastics into their designs.

Restraint:

Lack of awareness and technical expertise

Many manufacturers are unfamiliar with the unique foaming processes involved in production, which require specialized equipment and knowledge. Additionally, the integration of these materials into existing manufacturing systems necessitates structural adjustments, adding complexity to implementation limiting market expansion despite the benefits microcellular plastics offer.

Opportunity:

Emerging applications in 3D printing and additive manufacturing

The material's lightweight nature, enhanced mechanical properties, and efficient use of polymers make it highly suitable for innovative fabrication techniques. As industries embrace customized and rapid prototyping, microcellular plastics enable improved design flexibility while reducing production costs. Their potential in functional components, aerospace parts, and medical devices is attracting research investments, solidifying their role in the future of advanced manufacturing processes.

Threat:

Environmental concerns about plastic waste

Despite their material efficiency and reduced polymer consumption, they remain categorized under plastic-based solutions, raising sustainability concerns. Increasing regulatory measures and public pressure to curb plastic waste necessitate greater emphasis on biodegradable or recyclable variants. Moreover stringent environmental policies and address consumer apprehensions regarding long-term waste accumulation further increases the cost hampering the market growth.

Covid-19 Impact:

The pandemic disrupted global supply chains and slowed production of microcellular plastics, impacting market growth. However, the increased focus on lightweight and cost-effective materials in post-pandemic recovery efforts revitalized demand. Industries such as healthcare, packaging, and automotive sought efficient solutions to optimize costs while maintaining product performance.

The polyurethane (PU) segment is expected to be the largest during the forecast period

The polyurethane (PU) segment is expected to account for the largest market share during the forecast period due to its superior mechanical properties and versatility in industrial applications. PU-based microcellular plastics offer excellent durability, impact resistance, and flexibility, making them ideal for use in automotive, footwear, and consumer goods manufacturing. Additionally, advancements in PU foam processing have enhanced thermal insulation and energy efficiency, contributing to its widespread adoption.

The extrusion foaming segment is expected to have the highest CAGR during the forecast period

Over the forecast period, the extrusion foaming segment is predicted to witness the highest growth rate as manufacturers increasingly adopt advanced foaming technologies to optimize production efficiency. Extrusion foaming enhances material uniformity, reduces polymer consumption, and allows precise control over cellular structures, improving mechanical strength and insulation properties. The expanding applications in packaging, transportation, and structural components are supporting this growth.

Region with largest share:

During the forecast period, the North America region is expected to hold the largest market share driven by technological advancements, strong industrial infrastructure, and rising demand for lightweight materials. The region's emphasis on sustainability and energy-efficient solutions is encouraging the adoption of microcellular plastics across sectors such as automotive, aerospace, and healthcare.

Region with highest CAGR:

Over the forecast period, the Asia Pacific region is anticipated to exhibit the highest CAGR fueled by rapid industrialization and increasing applications in consumer goods and packaging. Countries like China, India, and Japan are expanding their manufacturing capacities, boosting demand for cost-effective and high-performance materials. Government initiatives promoting sustainable production and energy-efficient polymers are further accelerating regional growth.

Key players in the market

Some of the key players in Microcellular Plastics Market include BASF SE, Armacell International SA, Borealis AG, Dow Chemical Company, Evonik Industries AG, Gracious Living Innovations Inc., Horizon Plastics International, Inc., LAMATEK, Inc., LKAB Minerals AB, Mearthane Products Corporation, MicroGREEN Polymers, Inc., Mitsui Chemicals, Inc., N.E. Chemcat Corporation, Polycel Structural Foam, Inc., Reedy Chemical Foam & Specialty Additives, RPC Group plc, Sealed Air Corporation, Sekisui Chemical Co., Ltd., Sonoco Products Company and Trexel, Inc.

Key Developments:

In April 2025, BASF launched "EcoFoam Ultra," a new generation of microcellular polymer foams designed for high-performance insulation in automotive and construction applications. This product offers a 30% improvement in thermal resistance while using 25% less raw material.

In April 2025, Evonik launched an upgraded version of its ROHACELL(R) structural foam under the EcoLine brand, using over 50% bio-based content. The new foam is specifically tailored for aerospace interior panels and medical imaging equipment where lightweight and strength are crucial.

In March 2025, Trexel introduced its latest MuCell(R) NXT Series, a next-generation microcellular injection molding system tailored for high-end automotive interior components. The new system reduces part weight by up to 20% while maintaining superior surface finish, solving a common trade-off in microcellular molding.

Types Covered:

  • Polystyrene (PS)
  • Polyurethane (PU)
  • Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)
  • Polycarbonate (PC)
  • Polypropylene (PP)
  • Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET)
  • Other Types

Processing Techniques Covered:

  • Extrusion Foaming
  • Gas Counter Pressure Molding
  • Injection Molding
  • Blow Molding
  • Other Processing Techniques

Applications Covered:

  • Insulation
  • Structural Components
  • Cushioning & Energy Absorption
  • Seals & Gaskets
  • Flotation
  • Other Applications

End Users Covered:

  • Food Packaging
  • Construction
  • Automotive & Transportation
  • Electrical & Electronics
  • Healthcare
  • Footwear
  • Other End Users

Regions Covered:

  • North America
    • US
    • Canada
    • Mexico
  • Europe
    • Germany
    • UK
    • Italy
    • France
    • Spain
    • Rest of Europe
  • Asia Pacific
    • Japan
    • China
    • India
    • Australia
    • New Zealand
    • South Korea
    • Rest of Asia Pacific
  • South America
    • Argentina
    • Brazil
    • Chile
    • Rest of South America
  • Middle East & Africa
    • Saudi Arabia
    • UAE
    • Qatar
    • South Africa
    • Rest of Middle East & Africa

What our report offers:

  • Market share assessments for the regional and country-level segments
  • Strategic recommendations for the new entrants
  • Covers Market data for the years 2024, 2025, 2026, 2028, and 2032
  • Market Trends (Drivers, Constraints, Opportunities, Threats, Challenges, Investment Opportunities, and recommendations)
  • Strategic recommendations in key business segments based on the market estimations
  • Competitive landscaping mapping the key common trends
  • Company profiling with detailed strategies, financials, and recent developments
  • Supply chain trends mapping the latest technological advancements

Free Customization Offerings:

All the customers of this report will be entitled to receive one of the following free customization options:

  • Company Profiling
    • Comprehensive profiling of additional market players (up to 3)
    • SWOT Analysis of key players (up to 3)
  • Regional Segmentation
    • Market estimations, Forecasts and CAGR of any prominent country as per the client's interest (Note: Depends on feasibility check)
  • Competitive Benchmarking
    • Benchmarking of key players based on product portfolio, geographical presence, and strategic alliances

Table of Contents

1 Executive Summary

2 Preface

  • 2.1 Abstract
  • 2.2 Stake Holders
  • 2.3 Research Scope
  • 2.4 Research Methodology
    • 2.4.1 Data Mining
    • 2.4.2 Data Analysis
    • 2.4.3 Data Validation
    • 2.4.4 Research Approach
  • 2.5 Research Sources
    • 2.5.1 Primary Research Sources
    • 2.5.2 Secondary Research Sources
    • 2.5.3 Assumptions

3 Market Trend Analysis

  • 3.1 Introduction
  • 3.2 Drivers
  • 3.3 Restraints
  • 3.4 Opportunities
  • 3.5 Threats
  • 3.6 Application Analysis
  • 3.7 End User Analysis
  • 3.8 Emerging Markets
  • 3.9 Impact of Covid-19

4 Porters Five Force Analysis

  • 4.1 Bargaining power of suppliers
  • 4.2 Bargaining power of buyers
  • 4.3 Threat of substitutes
  • 4.4 Threat of new entrants
  • 4.5 Competitive rivalry

5 Global Microcellular Plastics Market, By Type

  • 5.1 Introduction
  • 5.2 Polystyrene (PS)
  • 5.3 Polyurethane (PU)
  • 5.4 Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)
  • 5.5 Polycarbonate (PC)
  • 5.6 Polypropylene (PP)
  • 5.7 Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET)
  • 5.8 Other Types

6 Global Microcellular Plastics Market, By Processing Technique

  • 6.1 Introduction
  • 6.2 Extrusion Foaming
  • 6.3 Gas Counter Pressure Molding
  • 6.4 Injection Molding
  • 6.5 Blow Molding
  • 6.6 Other Processing Techniques

7 Global Microcellular Plastics Market, By Application

  • 7.1 Introduction
  • 7.2 Insulation
  • 7.3 Structural Components
  • 7.4 Cushioning & Energy Absorption
  • 7.5 Seals & Gaskets
  • 7.6 Flotation
  • 7.7 Other Applications

8 Global Microcellular Plastics Market, By End User

  • 8.1 Introduction
  • 8.2 Food Packaging
  • 8.3 Construction
  • 8.4 Automotive & Transportation
  • 8.5 Electrical & Electronics
  • 8.6 Healthcare
  • 8.7 Footwear
  • 8.8 Other End Users

9 Global Microcellular Plastics Market, By Geography

  • 9.1 Introduction
  • 9.2 North America
    • 9.2.1 US
    • 9.2.2 Canada
    • 9.2.3 Mexico
  • 9.3 Europe
    • 9.3.1 Germany
    • 9.3.2 UK
    • 9.3.3 Italy
    • 9.3.4 France
    • 9.3.5 Spain
    • 9.3.6 Rest of Europe
  • 9.4 Asia Pacific
    • 9.4.1 Japan
    • 9.4.2 China
    • 9.4.3 India
    • 9.4.4 Australia
    • 9.4.5 New Zealand
    • 9.4.6 South Korea
    • 9.4.7 Rest of Asia Pacific
  • 9.5 South America
    • 9.5.1 Argentina
    • 9.5.2 Brazil
    • 9.5.3 Chile
    • 9.5.4 Rest of South America
  • 9.6 Middle East & Africa
    • 9.6.1 Saudi Arabia
    • 9.6.2 UAE
    • 9.6.3 Qatar
    • 9.6.4 South Africa
    • 9.6.5 Rest of Middle East & Africa

10 Key Developments

  • 10.1 Agreements, Partnerships, Collaborations and Joint Ventures
  • 10.2 Acquisitions & Mergers
  • 10.3 New Product Launch
  • 10.4 Expansions
  • 10.5 Other Key Strategies

11 Company Profiling

  • 11.1 BASF SE
  • 11.2 Armacell International SA
  • 11.3 Borealis AG
  • 11.4 Dow Chemical Company
  • 11.5 Evonik Industries AG
  • 11.6 Gracious Living Innovations Inc.
  • 11.7 Horizon Plastics International, Inc.
  • 11.8 LAMATEK, Inc.
  • 11.9 LKAB Minerals AB
  • 11.10 Mearthane Products Corporation
  • 11.11 MicroGREEN Polymers, Inc.
  • 11.12 Mitsui Chemicals, Inc.
  • 11.13 N.E. Chemcat Corporation
  • 11.14 Polycel Structural Foam, Inc.
  • 11.15 Reedy Chemical Foam & Specialty Additives
  • 11.16 RPC Group plc
  • 11.17 Sealed Air Corporation
  • 11.18 Sekisui Chemical Co., Ltd.
  • 11.19 Sonoco Products Company
  • 11.20 Trexel, Inc.

List of Tables

  • Table 1 Global Microcellular Plastics Market Outlook, By Region (2024-2032) ($MN)
  • Table 2 Global Microcellular Plastics Market Outlook, By Type (2024-2032) ($MN)
  • Table 3 Global Microcellular Plastics Market Outlook, By Polystyrene (PS) (2024-2032) ($MN)
  • Table 4 Global Microcellular Plastics Market Outlook, By Polyurethane (PU) (2024-2032) ($MN)
  • Table 5 Global Microcellular Plastics Market Outlook, By Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) (2024-2032) ($MN)
  • Table 6 Global Microcellular Plastics Market Outlook, By Polycarbonate (PC) (2024-2032) ($MN)
  • Table 7 Global Microcellular Plastics Market Outlook, By Polypropylene (PP) (2024-2032) ($MN)
  • Table 8 Global Microcellular Plastics Market Outlook, By Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET) (2024-2032) ($MN)
  • Table 9 Global Microcellular Plastics Market Outlook, By Other Types (2024-2032) ($MN)
  • Table 10 Global Microcellular Plastics Market Outlook, By Processing Technique (2024-2032) ($MN)
  • Table 11 Global Microcellular Plastics Market Outlook, By Extrusion Foaming (2024-2032) ($MN)
  • Table 12 Global Microcellular Plastics Market Outlook, By Gas Counter Pressure Molding (2024-2032) ($MN)
  • Table 13 Global Microcellular Plastics Market Outlook, By Injection Molding (2024-2032) ($MN)
  • Table 14 Global Microcellular Plastics Market Outlook, By Blow Molding (2024-2032) ($MN)
  • Table 15 Global Microcellular Plastics Market Outlook, By Other Processing Techniques (2024-2032) ($MN)
  • Table 16 Global Microcellular Plastics Market Outlook, By Application (2024-2032) ($MN)
  • Table 17 Global Microcellular Plastics Market Outlook, By Insulation (2024-2032) ($MN)
  • Table 18 Global Microcellular Plastics Market Outlook, By Structural Components (2024-2032) ($MN)
  • Table 19 Global Microcellular Plastics Market Outlook, By Cushioning & Energy Absorption (2024-2032) ($MN)
  • Table 20 Global Microcellular Plastics Market Outlook, By Seals & Gaskets (2024-2032) ($MN)
  • Table 21 Global Microcellular Plastics Market Outlook, By Flotation (2024-2032) ($MN)
  • Table 22 Global Microcellular Plastics Market Outlook, By Other Applications (2024-2032) ($MN)
  • Table 23 Global Microcellular Plastics Market Outlook, By End User (2024-2032) ($MN)
  • Table 24 Global Microcellular Plastics Market Outlook, By Food Packaging (2024-2032) ($MN)
  • Table 25 Global Microcellular Plastics Market Outlook, By Construction (2024-2032) ($MN)
  • Table 26 Global Microcellular Plastics Market Outlook, By Automotive & Transportation (2024-2032) ($MN)
  • Table 27 Global Microcellular Plastics Market Outlook, By Electrical & Electronics (2024-2032) ($MN)
  • Table 28 Global Microcellular Plastics Market Outlook, By Healthcare (2024-2032) ($MN)
  • Table 29 Global Microcellular Plastics Market Outlook, By Footwear (2024-2032) ($MN)
  • Table 30 Global Microcellular Plastics Market Outlook, By Other End Users (2024-2032) ($MN)

Note: Tables for North America, Europe, APAC, South America, and Middle East & Africa Regions are also represented in the same manner as above.