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Global Expanded Polyethylene Foam Market Size Study, by Market Type (Cross-linked Polyethylene Foam, Non-Cross-linked Polyethylene Foam) by Application (Automotive, Building & Construction, Packaging, Industrial, Others) by Density (Low Density, Medium De

Publisher Bizwit Research & Consulting
Published Jan 13, 2025
Length 285 Pages
SKU # BIZW19502924

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Global Expanded Polyethylene Foam Market Size Study, by Market Type (Cross-linked Polyethylene Foam, Non-Cross-linked Polyethylene Foam) by Application (Automotive, Building & Construction, Packaging, Industrial, Others) by Density (Low Density, Medium Density, High Density) by Product Form (Sheets, Rolls, Blocks, Molded Parts) and Regional Forecasts 2022-2032


The Global Expanded Polyethylene (EPE) Foam Market, valued at approximately USD 26.89 billion in 2023, is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.10% over the forecast period 2024-2032. EPE foam has become a critical material across various industries due to its superior cushioning, thermal insulation, and shock absorption properties. The market's growth trajectory is bolstered by the increasing demand for lightweight and recyclable materials in industries such as automotive, construction, and packaging. Its application diversity, combined with high durability and eco-friendliness, positions EPE foam as an indispensable material for sustainable industrial solutions.

The adoption of EPE foam is fueled by advancements in manufacturing technologies and the global emphasis on environmental sustainability. For instance, cross-linked polyethylene foam, with its high resistance to chemical and physical stress, is gaining popularity in the automotive and industrial sectors. Simultaneously, non-cross-linked EPE foam is witnessing rising demand due to its cost-effectiveness and versatility, particularly in packaging applications. Despite its growing adoption, challenges such as raw material price volatility and stringent environmental regulations related to foam disposal may hinder market expansion.

The regional dynamics of the market underline Asia Pacific as the fastest-growing region, driven by rapid industrialization, robust automotive production, and expanding construction activities. North America and Europe are witnessing steady growth, spurred by their mature construction and packaging industries. Additionally, the increasing penetration of EPE foam in high-end applications such as industrial molds and protective packaging for sensitive electronics is further enhancing its market potential.

The market’s competitive landscape is characterized by significant investments in R&D and strategic collaborations among key players. These efforts aim to develop innovative foam products with enhanced performance characteristics and recyclability. Regions such as Asia Pacific, with China and India at the forefront, are positioning themselves as leading hubs for EPE foam production due to favorable government initiatives and a strong manufacturing base.

Major market players included in this report are:
• Sealed Air Corporation
• Zotefoams Plc
• BASF SE
• Armacell International S.A.
• JSP Corporation
• Dow Inc.
• Pregis LLC
• Foamex International Inc.
• Tekni-Plex Inc.
• UFP Technologies, Inc.
• Huntsman Corporation
• Recticel NV
• Kaneka Corporation
• Wisconsin Foam Products
• Polymer Technologies Inc.

The detailed segments and sub-segments of the market are explained below:

By Market Type:
• Cross-linked Polyethylene Foam
• Non-Cross-linked Polyethylene Foam

By Application:
• Automotive
• Building & Construction
• Packaging
• Industrial
• Others

By Density:
• Low Density
• Medium Density
• High Density

By Product Form:
• Sheets
• Rolls
• Blocks
• Molded Parts

By Region:

North America:
• U.S.
• Canada

Europe:
• UK
• Germany
• France
• Spain
• Italy
• Rest of Europe

Asia Pacific:
• China
• India
• Japan
• Australia
• South Korea
• Rest of Asia Pacific

Latin America:
• Brazil
• Mexico

Middle East & Africa:
• Saudi Arabia
• South Africa
• Rest of Middle East & Africa

Years considered for the study are as follows:
• Historical year: 2022
• Base year: 2023
• Forecast period: 2024 to 2032

Key Takeaways:
• Market estimates and forecasts for 10 years, from 2022 to 2032.
• Comprehensive regional-level analysis highlighting growth trends and key drivers.
• Detailed segmentation and insights into market dynamics.
• Competitive landscape analysis of major players with strategic recommendations.
• Demand-side and supply-side analysis of the market.

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Table of Contents

285 Pages
Chapter 1. Global Expanded Polyethylene Foam Market Executive Summary
1.1. Global Expanded Polyethylene Foam Market Size & Forecast (2022-2032)
1.2. Regional Summary
1.3. Segmental Summary
1.3.1. By Market Type
1.3.2. By Application
1.3.3. By Density
1.3.4. By Product Form
1.4. Key Trends
1.5. Recession Impact
1.6. Analyst Recommendation & Conclusion
Chapter 2. Global Expanded Polyethylene Foam Market Definition and Research Assumptions
2.1. Research Objective
2.2. Market Definition
2.3. Research Assumptions
2.3.1. Inclusion & Exclusion
2.3.2. Limitations
2.3.3. Supply Side Analysis
2.3.3.1. Availability
2.3.3.2. Infrastructure
2.3.3.3. Regulatory Environment
2.3.3.4. Market Competition
2.3.3.5. Economic Viability (Consumer’s Perspective)
2.3.4. Demand Side Analysis
2.3.4.1. Regulatory Frameworks
2.3.4.2. Technological Advancements
2.3.4.3. Environmental Considerations
2.3.4.4. Consumer Awareness & Acceptance
2.4. Estimation Methodology
2.5. Years Considered for the Study
2.6. Currency Conversion Rates
Chapter 3. Global Expanded Polyethylene Foam Market Dynamics
3.1. Market Drivers
3.1.1. Increasing Demand for Lightweight and Recyclable Materials
3.1.2. Advancements in Manufacturing Technologies
3.1.3. Growing Emphasis on Environmental Sustainability
3.2. Market Challenges
3.2.1. Raw Material Price Volatility
3.2.2. Stringent Environmental Regulations Related to Foam Disposal
3.3. Market Opportunities
3.3.1. Development of Advanced and Specialized Chemicals
3.3.2. Expansion into Emerging Markets
3.3.3. Strategic Collaborations and Partnerships
Chapter 4. Global Expanded Polyethylene Foam Market Industry Analysis
4.1. Porter’s 5 Force Model
4.1.1. Bargaining Power of Suppliers
4.1.2. Bargaining Power of Buyers
4.1.3. Threat of New Entrants
4.1.4. Threat of Substitutes
4.1.5. Competitive Rivalry
4.1.6. Futuristic Approach to Porter’s 5 Force Model
4.1.7. Porter’s 5 Force Impact Analysis
4.2. PESTEL Analysis
4.2.1. Political
4.2.2. Economical
4.2.3. Social
4.2.4. Technological
4.2.5. Environmental
4.2.6. Legal
4.3. Top Investment Opportunities
4.4. Top Winning Strategies
4.5. Disruptive Trends
4.6. Industry Expert Perspective
4.7. Analyst Recommendation & Conclusion
Chapter 5. Global Expanded Polyethylene Foam Market Size & Forecasts by Market Type 2022-2032
5.1. Segment Dashboard
5.2. Global Expanded Polyethylene Foam Market: Market Type Revenue Trend Analysis, 2022 & 2032 (USD Billion)
5.2.1. Cross-linked Polyethylene Foam
5.2.2. Non-Cross-linked Polyethylene Foam
Chapter 6. Global Expanded Polyethylene Foam Market Size & Forecasts by Application 2022-2032
6.1. Segment Dashboard
6.2. Global Expanded Polyethylene Foam Market: Application Revenue Trend Analysis, 2022 & 2032 (USD Billion)
6.2.1. Automotive
6.2.2. Building & Construction
6.2.3. Packaging
6.2.4. Industrial
6.2.5. Others
Chapter 7. Global Expanded Polyethylene Foam Market Size & Forecasts by Density 2022-2032
7.1. Segment Dashboard
7.2. Global Expanded Polyethylene Foam Market: Density Revenue Trend Analysis, 2022 & 2032 (USD Billion)
7.2.1. Low Density
7.2.2. Medium Density
7.2.3. High Density
Chapter 8. Global Expanded Polyethylene Foam Market Size & Forecasts by Product Form 2022-2032
8.1. Segment Dashboard
8.2. Global Expanded Polyethylene Foam Market: Product Form Revenue Trend Analysis, 2022 & 2032 (USD Billion)
8.2.1. Sheets
8.2.2. Rolls
8.2.3. Blocks
8.2.4. Molded Parts
Chapter 9. Global Expanded Polyethylene Foam Market Size & Forecasts by Region 2022-2032
9.1. North America Expanded Polyethylene Foam Market
9.1.1. U.S. Expanded Polyethylene Foam Market
9.1.1.1. Application Breakdown Size & Forecasts, 2022-2032
9.1.1.2. Market Type Breakdown Size & Forecasts, 2022-2032
9.1.2. Canada Expanded Polyethylene Foam Market
9.2. Europe Expanded Polyethylene Foam Market
9.2.1. UK Expanded Polyethylene Foam Market
9.2.2. Germany Expanded Polyethylene Foam Market
9.2.3. France Expanded Polyethylene Foam Market
9.2.4. Spain Expanded Polyethylene Foam Market
9.2.5. Italy Expanded Polyethylene Foam Market
9.2.6. Rest of Europe Expanded Polyethylene Foam Market
9.3. Asia-Pacific Expanded Polyethylene Foam Market
9.3.1. China Expanded Polyethylene Foam Market
9.3.2. India Expanded Polyethylene Foam Market
9.3.3. Japan Expanded Polyethylene Foam Market
9.3.4. Australia Expanded Polyethylene Foam Market
9.3.5. South Korea Expanded Polyethylene Foam Market
9.3.6. Rest of Asia Pacific Expanded Polyethylene Foam Market
9.4. Latin America Expanded Polyethylene Foam Market
9.4.1. Brazil Expanded Polyethylene Foam Market
9.4.2. Mexico Expanded Polyethylene Foam Market
9.4.3. Rest of Latin America Expanded Polyethylene Foam Market
9.5. Middle East & Africa Expanded Polyethylene Foam Market
9.5.1. Saudi Arabia Expanded Polyethylene Foam Market
9.5.2. South Africa Expanded Polyethylene Foam Market
9.5.3. Rest of Middle East & Africa Expanded Polyethylene Foam Market
Chapter 10. Competitive Intelligence
10.1. Key Company SWOT Analysis
10.1.1. Sealed Air Corporation
10.1.2. Zotefoams Plc
10.1.3. BASF SE
10.2. Top Market Strategies
10.3. Company Profiles
10.3.1. Sealed Air Corporation
10.3.1.1. Key Information
10.3.1.2. Overview
10.3.1.3. Financial (Subject to Data Availability)
10.3.1.4. Product Summary
10.3.1.5. Market Strategies
10.3.2. Zotefoams Plc
10.3.3. BASF SE
10.3.4. Armacell International S.A.
10.3.5. JSP Corporation
10.3.6. Dow Inc.
10.3.7. Pregis LLC
10.3.8. Foamex International Inc.
10.3.9. Tekni-Plex Inc.
10.3.10. UFP Technologies, Inc.
Chapter 11. Research Process
11.1. Research Process
11.1.1. Data Mining
11.1.2. Analysis
11.1.3. Market Estimation
11.1.4. Validation
11.1.5. Publishing
11.2. Research Attributes
List of Tables
TABLE 1. Global Expanded Polyethylene Foam Market, Report Scope
TABLE 2. Global Expanded Polyethylene Foam Market Estimates & Forecasts by Region 2022-2032 (USD Billion)
TABLE 3. Global Expanded Polyethylene Foam Market Estimates & Forecasts by Market Type 2022-2032 (USD Billion)
TABLE 4. Global Expanded Polyethylene Foam Market Estimates & Forecasts by Application 2022-2032 (USD Billion)
TABLE 5. Global Expanded Polyethylene Foam Market Estimates & Forecasts by Density 2022-2032 (USD Billion)
TABLE 6. Global Expanded Polyethylene Foam Market Estimates & Forecasts by Product Form 2022-2032 (USD Billion)
TABLE 7. Global Expanded Polyethylene Foam Market by Segment, Estimates & Forecasts, 2022-2032 (USD Billion)
TABLE 8. Global Expanded Polyethylene Foam Market by Region, Estimates & Forecasts, 2022-2032 (USD Billion)
TABLE 9. Global Expanded Polyethylene Foam Market by Segment, Estimates & Forecasts, 2022-2032 (USD Billion)
TABLE 10. Global Expanded Polyethylene Foam Market by Region, Estimates & Forecasts, 2022-2032 (USD Billion)
TABLE 11. Global Expanded Polyethylene Foam Market by Segment, Estimates & Forecasts, 2022-2032 (USD Billion)
TABLE 12. Global Expanded Polyethylene Foam Market by Region, Estimates & Forecasts, 2022-2032 (USD Billion)
TABLE 13. Global Expanded Polyethylene Foam Market by Segment, Estimates & Forecasts, 2022-2032 (USD Billion)
TABLE 14. Global Expanded Polyethylene Foam Market by Region, Estimates & Forecasts, 2022-2032 (USD Billion)
TABLE 15. U.S. Expanded Polyethylene Foam Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2022-2032 (USD Billion)
TABLE 16. U.S. Expanded Polyethylene Foam Market Estimates & Forecasts by Segment 2022-2032 (USD Billion)
TABLE 17. U.S. Expanded Polyethylene Foam Market Estimates & Forecasts by Segment 2022-2032 (USD Billion)
TABLE 18. Canada Expanded Polyethylene Foam Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2022-2032 (USD Billion)
TABLE 19. Canada Expanded Polyethylene Foam Market Estimates & Forecasts by Segment 2022-2032 (USD Billion)
TABLE 20. Canada Expanded Polyethylene Foam Market Estimates & Forecasts by Segment 2022-2032 (USD Billion)
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This list is not complete, the final report does contain more than 100 tables. The list may be updated in the final deliverable.Global Expanded Polyethylene Foam Market, Research Methodology
FIG 2. Global Expanded Polyethylene Foam Market, Market Estimation Techniques
FIG 3. Global Expanded Polyethylene Foam Market Size Estimates & Forecast Methods
FIG 4. Global Expanded Polyethylene Foam Market, Key Trends 2023
FIG 5. Global Expanded Polyethylene Foam Market, Growth Prospects 2022-2032
FIG 6. Global Expanded Polyethylene Foam Market, Porter’s 5 Force Model
FIG 7. Global Expanded Polyethylene Foam Market, PESTEL Analysis
FIG 8. Global Expanded Polyethylene Foam Market, Value Chain Analysis
FIG 9. Global Expanded Polyethylene Foam Market by Segment, 2022 & 2032 (USD Billion)
FIG 10. Global Expanded Polyethylene Foam Market by Segment, 2022 & 2032 (USD Billion)
FIG 11. Global Expanded Polyethylene Foam Market by Segment, 2022 & 2032 (USD Billion)
FIG 12. Global Expanded Polyethylene Foam Market by Segment, 2022 & 2032 (USD Billion)
FIG 13. Global Expanded Polyethylene Foam Market by Segment, 2022 & 2032 (USD Billion)
FIG 14. Global Expanded Polyethylene Foam Market, Regional Snapshot 2022 & 2032
FIG 15. North America Expanded Polyethylene Foam Market 2022 & 2032 (USD Billion)
FIG 16. Europe Expanded Polyethylene Foam Market 2022 & 2032 (USD Billion)
FIG 17. Asia-Pacific Expanded Polyethylene Foam Market 2022 & 2032 (USD Billion)
FIG 18. Latin America Expanded Polyethylene Foam Market 2022 & 2032 (USD Billion)
FIG 19. Middle East & Africa Expanded Polyethylene Foam Market 2022 & 2032 (USD Billion)
FIG 20. Global Expanded Polyethylene Foam Market, Company Market Share Analysis (2023)
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This list is not complete, the final report does contain more than 50 figures. The list may be updated in the final deliverable.

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