Global Low Density Polyethylene (LDPE) Foams Market Size By Type (Cross-linked Polyethylene Foams (XLPE Foams), Expanded Polyethylene Foam (EPE Foams)), By End-Use Industry (Automotive And Packaging), By Geographic Scope And Forecast
Report ID: 41114|No. of Pages: 202
Low Density Polyethylene (LDPE) Foams Market Size And Forecast
Low Density Polyethylene (LDPE) Foams Market size was valued at USD 2.8 Billion in 2023 and is projected to reach USD 4.22 Billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 6.3% from 2024 to 2030.
The substantial rise in food & beverage packaging, flexible packaging, and corrugated board packaging to protect products from damage, rise in the demand in medical, automobile, sports, and the recreational industry is expected to fuel the growth of the Global Low Density Polyethylene (LDPE) Foams Market. As an insulation material, LDPE foam is widely employed in the building sector. The requirement for LDPE foam will probably increase as construction activity expands, especially in developing countries. The Global Low Density Polyethylene (LDPE) Foams Market report provides a holistic evaluation of the market. The report offers a comprehensive analysis of key segments, trends, drivers, restraints, competitive landscape, and factors that are playing a substantial role in the market.
Global Low Density Polyethylene (LDPE) Foams Market Definition
The material low density polyethylene (LDPE) is resistant to chemicals. In the closed-cell foam type, it is semi-rigid and flexible to some extent. There are two types of LDPE foam material – cross-linked low-density polyethylene foam and extruded low-density polyethylene foam. Cross-linked LDPE foam is produced in batches. The cross-linking agent is kept in temperature to blends with solid polyethylene. The temperature is increased so that there is cross-linking among the agent and the polyethylene. Even more, temperature causes foaming. Extruded LDPE foam is produced by a continuous process. Polyethylene is melted and mixed with halogenated hydrocarbon, which is a foaming agent. The pressure is applied and mixed into a screw extruder.
LDPE foam material has many properties such as resistance to chemicals and water, energy-absorbing, and cushioning properties. The compressive strength depends on the density of the foam, coupled with the buoyancy factor. These are predominately used in electrical & electronics, packaging applications such as medical equipment, IT servers, and robotics components. These also find applications in the automobile industry, the healthcare sector, and the construction industry.
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Global Low Density Polyethylene (LDPE) Foams Market Overview
The substantial rise in food & beverage packaging, flexible packaging, and corrugated board packaging to protect products from damage, rise in the demand in medical, automobile, sports, and the recreational industry is expected to fuel the growth of the global Low Density Polyethylene (LDPE) Foams Market. The growing need for pipes and fittings due to their low water absorption and plasticity worldwide is likely to drive the demand for the forecast period.
Moreover, in the automotive industry, LDPE foam is utilized for vibration dampening and sound insulation. The requirement for LDPE foam is anticipated to rise along with the expansion of the automotive sector. One of the main industries using LDPE foam is the packaging industry. The market for LDPE foam is anticipated to rise in response to the expansion of e-commerce and rising customer demand for packaging that is both lightweight and environmentally friendly.
Furthermore, rising environmental concerns the governments of various countries are changing the regulatory requirements concerning the efficiency of construction activities; this is anticipated to propel the market growth. On the contrary, constant variation in prices of crude oil, and lack of raw materials such as ethylene and polyethylene are the potential restraints hampering the overall market. Whereas, a rise in demand for energy-sustainable and energy-conservative materials, and demand for thermal insulation offers favorable growth opportunities.
Global Low Density Polyethylene (LDPE) Foams Market: Segmentation Analysis
The Global Low Density Polyethylene (LDPE) Foams Market is Segmented on the Basis of Type, End-Use Industry, And Geography.
Low Density Polyethylene (LDPE) Foams Market, By Type
- Cross-linked Polyethylene Foams (XLPE Foams)
- Expanded Polyethylene Foam (EPE Foams)
- Others
Based on Type, the market is segmented into Cross-linked Polyethylene Foams (XLPE Foams), Expanded Polyethylene Foam (EPE Foams), and others. Popular foam varieties created from low-density polyethylene (LDPE) include expanded polyethylene foams (EPE foams) and cross-linked polyethylene foams (XLPE foams).
However, XLPE foams are widely regarded as the top product on the Low Density Polyethylene (LDPE) Foams Market. This is due to the fact that XLPE foams, as opposed to EPE foams, offer better physical features, such as increased durability, strength, and chemical resistance. Additionally, Additionally, XLPE foams are more adaptable and have a wider range of uses, such as packaging, insulation, and cushioning.
Low Density Polyethylene (LDPE) Foams Market, By End-Use Industry
- Packaging
- Automotive
- Building & Construction
- Electrical & Electronics
- Other
Based on End-Use Industry, The market is divided into Automotive, Packaging, Electrical & Electronics, Building & Construction, and Others. Due to their ability to absorb energy and provide various levels of cushioning protection depending on their precise densities, Low Density Polyethylene (LDPE) foams are largely employed in the packing sector to protect products from harm. Low-density polyethylene (LDPE) foams have the ability to withstand chemicals. Low Density polyethylene (LDPE) foams can withstand the usual cause of breakdown because of this.
Low Density Polyethylene (LDPE) Foams Market, By Geography
- North America
- Europe
- Asia Pacific
- Rest of the world
On the basis of Geography, The Global Low Density Polyethylene (LDPE) Foams Market is segmented into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and the Middle East & Africa. The market for Low-Density Polyethylene (LDPE) Foams was dominated by the Asia Pacific region. Due to its expanding packaging, construction, and automotive sectors—three key end-users of LDPE foam products—the region held the greatest share of the market. The region’s expanding population and rising standard of living have also increased demand for consumer items like electronics and appliances, which has increased demand for LDPE foam products.
Key Players
The “Global Low Density Polyethylene (LDPE) Foams Market” study report will provide valuable insight with an emphasis on global market including some of the major players such as The Dow Chemical Company, Armacell International S.A., Sealed Air Corporation, Zotefoams plc, JSP, UFP Technologies Inc., INOAC CORPORATION, Abriso-Jiffy NV, Thermotec, American Excelsior Inc., and Others.
Our market analysis also entails a section solely dedicated to such major players wherein our analysts provide an insight into the financial statements of all the major players, along with product benchmarking and SWOT analysis. The competitive landscape section also includes key development strategies, market share, and market ranking analysis of the above-mentioned players globally.
Key Developments
- In March 2021, the acquisition of FoamPartner by Reticel NV has been finalized. The newly established business is going to make use of several resource and talent synergies to advance excellence, expand its global reach, and accelerate the commercialization of cutting-edge technologies and solutions for markets around the world.
- In February 2020, The bulk of Armacell’s stockholders are currently PAI Partners. Senior management at Armacell and holding and investment corporation KIRKBI concurrently own the remaining shares.
Ace Matrix Analysis
The ace matrix provided in the report would help to understand how the major key players involved in this industry are performing as we provide a ranking for these companies based on various factors such as service features & innovations, scalability, innovation of services, industry coverage, industry reach, and growth roadmap. Based on these factors, we rank the companies into four categories as Active, Cutting Edge, Emerging, and Innovators.
Market Attractiveness
The image of market attractiveness provided would further help to get information about the region that is majorly leading in the global Low Density Polyethylene (LDPE) Foams Market. We cover the major impacting factors that are responsible for driving the industry growth in the given region.
Porter’s Five Forces
The image provided would further help to get information about Porter’s five forces framework providing a blueprint for understanding the behavior of competitors and a player’s strategic positioning in the respective industry. Porter’s five forces model can be used to assess the competitive landscape in the global Low Density Polyethylene (LDPE) Foams Market, gauge the attractiveness of a certain sector, and assess investment possibilities.
Report Scope
REPORT ATTRIBUTES | DETAILS |
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STUDY PERIOD | 2020-2030 |
BASE YEAR | 2023 |
FORECAST PERIOD | 2024-2030 |
HISTORICAL PERIOD | 2020-2022 |
UNIT | Value (USD Billion) |
KEY COMPANIES PROFILED | The Dow Chemical Company, Armacell International S.A., Sealed Air Corporation, Zotefoams plc, JSP, UFP Technologies Inc., INOAC CORPORATION |
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CUSTOMIZATION SCOPE | Free report customization (equivalent up to 4 analyst’s working days) with purchase. Addition or alteration to country, regional & segment scope. |
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1 INTRODUCTION OF GLOBAL LOW DENSITY POLYETHYLENE (LDPE) FOAMS MARKET
1.1 Overview of the Market
1.2 Scope of Report
1.3 Assumptions
2 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
3 RESEARCH METHODOLOGY OF VERIFIED MARKET RESEARCH
3.1 Data Mining
3.2 Validation
3.3 Primary Interviews
3.4 List of Data Sources
4 GLOBAL LOW DENSITY POLYETHYLENE (LDPE) FOAMS MARKET OUTLOOK
4.1 Overview
4.2 Market Dynamics
4.2.1 Drivers
4.2.2 Restraints
4.2.3 Opportunities
5 GLOBAL LOW DENSITY POLYETHYLENE (LDPE) FOAMS MARKET, BY TYPE
5.1 Overview
5.2 Cross-linked Polyethylene Foams (XLPE Foams)
5.3 Expanded Polyethylene Foam (EPE Foams)
5.4 Other
6 GLOBAL LOW DENSITY POLYETHYLENE (LDPE) FOAMS MARKET, BY END-USE INDUSTRY
6.1 Overview
6.2 Packaging
6.3 Automotive
6.4 Building & Construction
6.5 Others
7 GLOBAL LOW DENSITY POLYETHYLENE (LDPE) FOAMS MARKET, BY GEOGRAPHY
7.1 Overview
7.2 North America
7.2.1 U.S.
7.2.2 Canada
7.2.3 Mexico
7.3 Europe
7.3.1 Germany
7.3.2 U.K.
7.3.3 France
7.3.4 Rest of Europe
7.4 Asia Pacific
7.4.1 China
7.4.2 Japan
7.4.3 India
7.4.4 Rest of Asia Pacific
7.5 Rest of the World
7.5.1 Middle East & Africa
7.5.2 Latin America
8 GLOBAL LOW DENSITY POLYETHYLENE (LDPE) FOAMS MARKET COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
8.1 Overview
8.2 Company Market ranking
8.3 Key Development Strategies
9 COMPANY PROFILES
9.1 American Excelsior Inc.
9.1.1 Company Overview
9.1.2 Company Insights
9.1.3 Product Benchmarking
9.1.4 Key Development
9.1.5 Winning Imperatives
9.1.6 Current Focus & Strategies
9.1.7 Threat from Competition
9.1.8 SWOT Analysis
9.2 Armacell International S.A.
9.2.1 Overview
9.2.2 Financial Performance
9.2.3 Product Outlook
9.2.4 Key Developments
9.3 Sealed Air Corporation
9.3.1 Overview
9.3.2 Financial Performance
9.3.3 Product Outlook
9.3.4 Key Developments
9.4 Zotefoams plc
9.4.1 Overview
9.4.2 Financial Performance
9.4.3 Product Outlook
9.4.4 Key Developments
9.5 JSP
9.5.1 Overview
9.5.2 Financial Performance
9.5.3 Product Outlook
9.5.4 Key Developments
9.6 UFP Technologies Inc.
9.6.1 Overview
9.6.2 Financial Performance
9.6.3 Product Outlook
9.6.4 Key Developments
9.7 INOAC CORPORATION
9.7.1 Overview
9.7.2 Financial Performance
9.7.3 Product Outlook
9.7.4 Key Developments
9.8 Abriso-Jiffy NV
9.8.1 Overview
9.8.2 Financial Performance
9.8.3 Product Outlook
9.8.4 Key Developments
9.9 Thermotec
9.9.1 Overview
9.9.2 Financial Performance
9.9.3 Product Outlook
9.9.4 Key Developments
9.10 The Dow Chemical Company
9.10.1 Overview
9.10.2 Financial Performance
9.10.3 Product Outlook
9.10.4 Key Developments
10 APPENDIX
10.1 Related Research
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