Global Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Market – Trends and Forecasts to 2021 – Research and Markets

DUBLIN–(BUSINESS WIRE)–The "Global
Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Market (2016-2021)" report has been
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The global polyvinyl chloride (PVC) market is projected to reach USD
72.330 billion by 2021, growing at a CAGR of 5.30% during the forecast
period. In 2015, the global market was valued at USD 53.060 billion.

Polyvinyl chloride (PVC), is the third most widely produced synthetic
plastic polymer. It is classified into two prime categories, namely
thermoplastic resins and thermosetting resins. PVC, owing to its high
tensile strength, ease of processing and blending, and flame resistant
properties, is being used in numerous end-user industries such as
automotive, electrical & electronics, building & construction,
packaging, footwear, and others.

PVC is available in two forms, namely, flexible and rigid. The flexible
PVC is used in numerous applications such as electrical cable insulation
plumbing, inflatable products, medical devices, and signage. However,
the rigid PVC, owing to its nature, is majorly used in profile
applications in windows and doors, and construction (in the form of
pipes). Additionally, the rigid PVC is also used in the manufacturing of
bottles; cards such as membership cards, ID cards, and bank cards, and
non-food packaging.

The market is driven by numerous factors such as usage of
high-performance plastics to reduce the vehicle weight and for enhancing
the fuel economy, growing demand from the construction industry in the
Asia-Pacific region, and rising application in the healthcare industry
and medical devices market. However, this market faces certain
drawbacks, such as volatility in raw material prices, and being
hazardous in nature, which may act as a hindrance for the growth of the
market.

Companies Mentioned

• Axiall Corporation
• BASF SE
• Covestro
• DuPont
• Formosa Plastics Group
• Huntsman Corporation
• Inovyn
• Kem One
• Mexichem S.A.B.
• Occidental Petroleum Corporation
• The Dow Chemical Company
• Vinnolit GmbH
• Xinjiang Zhongtai Chemical
• Halliburton
• Others

Key Topics Covered:

1. Introduction

2. Executive Summary

3. Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Market

4. Market Dynamics

5. Market Segmentation and Analysis

6. Regional Market Analysis

7. Competitive Landscape

8. Company Profiles

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