Plastic Additives - A Global Market Watch, 2011 - 2016


Dublin, Oct. 21, 2013 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Research and Markets
(http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/85kxks/plastic_additives) has announced the addition of the "Plastic Additives - A Global Market Watch, 2011 - 2016" report to their offering.

Primarily supported by product types; Plasticizers, Stabilizers, Impact Modifiers, Colorants and Fillers the Plastics Additives market to witness a value of US$57.6 billion by 2016. Geographical analysis shows the highest Compounded Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 7.1% is foreseen from Asia-Pacific region during the analysis period 2011-2016. The Americas is not way behind with a CAGR of 5.8%, followed by Europe at 5.5%. Among the product type segments, Plasticizers accounts for nearly 23% (2011) of the overall market; Stabilizers and Flame Retardant & Smoke Suppressant stand at second and third positions, respectively. Flame Retardant & Smoke Suppressant stands as the fastest growing segment with a CAGR of 8.3% by 2016.

Publication Overview

The Plastics Additives - A Global Market Watch, 2011 - 2016' reviews the latest trends in plastics industry with a perceptive to identify the near-future growth prospects. An in-depth analysis across the geographic regions provides strategic business intelligence for the industry investments. The study offers profitable investment strategies for R&D organizations, plastic manufacturing units, distributors, Contract Research Organizations (CROs) and many more in preferred locations.

  • The report primarily focuses on:
  • Latest Market Trends
  • Region-wise Demand Factor
  • Key Growth Areas
  • Market Sizes
  • Key Competitors Edge
  • Investment Strategies


Estimates are based on online surveys using customized questionnaires by our research team. Besides information from government databases, company websites, press releases and published research reports are also used for estimates. Estimates have incorporated recessionary impact on the industry. The analysis is based on desk research and interviews with industry researchers and law/ethics specialists, as well as on data collected through the survey, and discussions with experts.

The report delivers a microscopic view of regional market values. The major plastics additives - product type discussed in the report are:

  • Plasticizers
  • Stabilizers (Heat & Light)
  • Flame Retardant & Smoke Suppressant (Halogenated & Non-Halogenated Compounds)
  • Impact Modifiers
  • Colorants (Organic and Inorganic Colorants)
  • Fillers (Mineral, Inert & Active) & Reinforcements
  • Antioxidants
  • Other (Processing Aids, Fortifying Agents, Blowing Agents, Polymerization Aids, Antimicrobials, Antistatic Agents, Anti-Fogging Agents, Biocides, Compatibilizer, Etc.,)


The report focuses on the current market trends, estimates and forecasts for the period 2011-2016.

126 data charts describe the market shares, sales forecasts and growth prospects. Moreover, key strategic activities in the market including mergers/acquisitions, collaborations/partnerships, product launches/developments are discussed which gives a deep insight into the growth perspectives of the market.

The report also covers major industry participants with details of their services, projects and financial status.

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