Ethylene Vinyl Alcohol Copolymer (EVOH) Resin

Global Ethylene Vinyl Alcohol Copolymer (EVOH) Resin Market to Reach US$3.3 Billion by 2030

The global market for Ethylene Vinyl Alcohol Copolymer (EVOH) Resin estimated at US$2.3 Billion in the year 2024, is expected to reach US$3.3 Billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 5.9% over the analysis period 2024-2030. Ethylene Below 29, one of the segments analyzed in the report, is expected to record a 5.1% CAGR and reach US$1.3 Billion by the end of the analysis period. Growth in the 29 - 35 Ethylene segment is estimated at 4.7% CAGR over the analysis period.

The U.S. Market is Estimated at US$634.4 Million While China is Forecast to Grow at 9.2% CAGR

The Ethylene Vinyl Alcohol Copolymer (EVOH) Resin market in the U.S. is estimated at US$634.4 Million in the year 2024. China, the world`s second largest economy, is forecast to reach a projected market size of US$663.6 Million by the year 2030 trailing a CAGR of 9.2% over the analysis period 2024-2030. Among the other noteworthy geographic markets are Japan and Canada, each forecast to grow at a CAGR of 3.0% and 5.8% respectively over the analysis period. Within Europe, Germany is forecast to grow at approximately 3.8% CAGR.

Global Ethylene Vinyl Alcohol Copolymer (EVOH) Resin Market - Key Trends & Drivers Summarized

Why Is EVOH Resin Central to High-Performance Barrier Packaging?

Ethylene vinyl alcohol (EVOH) copolymer is a high-barrier resin used in multilayer packaging to restrict the transmission of gases such as oxygen, carbon dioxide, and aroma compounds. Its exceptional gas barrier properties make it an essential component in preserving food freshness, extending shelf life, and maintaining product integrity across pharmaceuticals and industrial goods. EVOH is typically co-extruded with materials like polyethylene, polypropylene, and polyamide to balance strength, processability, and barrier function.

As demand increases for packaging that minimizes spoilage and reduces the need for preservatives, EVOH is being used in films, bottles, trays, and pouches that house perishable products. Its ability to prevent oxidative degradation also makes it useful in protecting sensitive components in medical, chemical, and electronic packaging. In food retail, EVOH-based multilayer packaging supports extended distribution cycles and improved inventory management.

How Are Material Developments and Processing Techniques Expanding EVOH Use?

EVOH resins are evolving through improved processing characteristics, enhanced moisture resistance, and increased recyclability in multilayer systems. Manufacturers are developing resins with higher ethylene content to reduce moisture sensitivity while maintaining adequate gas barrier performance. These variants are better suited to humid environments and are increasingly compatible with emerging biodegradable and bio-based packaging formats.

Processing advancements, such as multilayer co-extrusion, thermoforming, and blow molding, are facilitating complex packaging structures with uniform barrier layers. EVOH`s transparency and printability are additional advantages in retail applications where product visibility and labeling clarity are important. Development of compatibilizers and recycling-friendly adhesives is also helping address recycling concerns associated with multilayer film formats containing EVOH.

Which End-Use Industries Are Driving Demand for EVOH Copolymers?

The food and beverage sector accounts for the highest demand for EVOH resins, particularly in vacuum packs, meat trays, ready-to-eat meals, and dairy packaging. Pharmaceutical companies use EVOH in blister packs and drug containers where barrier integrity is essential for protecting active ingredients. In industrial applications, EVOH is used to line chemical containers, fuel tanks, and drums to prevent vapor loss and contamination.

EVOH is also being adopted in cosmetics, agrochemicals, and medical packaging formats where oxygen-sensitive formulations require long-term stability. As sustainability concerns grow, its use in thinner, multilayer packaging formats supports material reduction efforts without sacrificing performance. Demand from Asia-Pacific is expanding rapidly due to the growth of packaged food consumption and pharmaceutical manufacturing across the region.

What Is Driving Growth in the Ethylene Vinyl Alcohol Copolymer (EVOH) Resin Market?

Growth in the EVOH resin market is driven by several factors related to shelf-life extension, barrier performance requirements, and regulatory compliance. Increasing global consumption of perishable and ready-to-eat foods is creating sustained demand for packaging that limits oxygen ingress and moisture loss. EVOH’s superior gas barrier capabilities are enabling manufacturers to reduce food waste and optimize packaging volumes.

Rising pharmaceutical output and regulatory standards for drug preservation are expanding usage in primary and secondary medical packaging. Material improvements that enhance moisture resistance and recyclability are broadening acceptance in more sustainable packaging formats. As demand rises for thinner films, complex multilayer designs, and reduced environmental impact, EVOH resins are gaining strategic relevance across multiple packaging-intensive industries.

SCOPE OF STUDY:

The report analyzes the Ethylene Vinyl Alcohol Copolymer (EVOH) Resin market in terms of units by the following Segments, and Geographic Regions/Countries:

Segments:
Type (Ethylene Below 29, 29 - 35 Ethylene, 35 - 38 Ethylene, 38 - 44 Ethylene, Ethylene Above 44); Application (Food Packaging Material Application, Household Wrapping Material Application, Automotive Gas Tanks Application, Pipes for Floor Heating Systems Application, Wall Coverings Application, Other Applications)

Geographic Regions/Countries:
World; United States; Canada; Japan; China; Europe (France; Germany; Italy; United Kingdom; Spain; Russia; and Rest of Europe); Asia-Pacific (Australia; India; South Korea; and Rest of Asia-Pacific); Latin America (Argentina; Brazil; Mexico; and Rest of Latin America); Middle East (Iran; Israel; Saudi Arabia; United Arab Emirates; and Rest of Middle East); and Africa.

Select Competitors (Total 42 Featured) -

• Almidahl Group (Eval Europe N.V.)
• Arkema Group
• Chang Chun Petrochemical Co., Ltd.
• Coveris Holdings S.A.
• DuPont de Nemours, Inc.
• Evonik Industries AG
• Gantrade Corporation
• Kaneka Corporation
• Kuraray Co., Ltd.
• Kureha Corporation
• Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation
• Nippon Gohsei Co., Ltd.
• NSB Polymers GmbH
• SABIC (Saudi Basic Industries Corp.)
• Schur Flexibles Group
• Sinopec (Sinopec Shanghai Petrochemical)
• Soarus L.L.C. (Mitsubishi Chemical Europe)
• Solvay SA
• Sumitomo Chemical Co., Ltd.
• Teijin Limited
• Ube Industries, Ltd.

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