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EDITION NUMBER: 9 PUBLISHED: JUNE 2019
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GLOBAL POLYOLS MARKET TO 2025

Global Polyols Market Outlook and Growth Opportunities Frequency, Time Period
to 2025: By Type (Polyether Polyols and Polyester Polyols), By - Base year Data for 2018
Application (Flexible Foam, Rigid Foam, Coatings, Adhesives & - Five Year Annual Forecast, 2019-
2025
Sealants, and Elastomers), By End Use Industry (Construction, - Updated on Annual Basis
Transportation, Furniture, Packaging, Carpet Backing, and
Others) and By Region
Metrics
- Revenues ($)
The 9th edition of Polyols market report focuses on Critical factors for - Prices
success, market size and forecast growth rates, industry structure and - Volumes
dynamics, key companies, products and functions and trends and strategic
issues.
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Market Scope and Definition

END USER
Construction
TYPE APPLICATION
Polyether Polyols Flexible Foam
Transportation
Polyester Polyols Rigid Foam
Furniture
Coatings
Packaging
Adhesives & Sealants
Carpet Backing
Elastomers
others

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COMPANIES

Royal Dutch Shell PLC

BASF SE
DowDuPont Inc.
PCC SE
Tosoh Corporation
Coim Group
Covestro AG
Mitsui Chemicals, Inc.
Huntsman Corporation

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Market Overview

Global Polyols Market is poised to report 8.19% year-on-year growth in 2019, driven by growing efforts for
conservation of energy and increasing demand for polyols from freezer and refrigerator manufacturers.

Polyol is analcoholic chemical containing multiple hydroxyl group used in food and polymer chemical industry. The
polyols are used as key ingredients for the production of polyurethane formulations.There is steady growth in the
polyols market due to the increasing demand of polyurethane across the various end use industries.

Polyether polyols market is dominant segment type in global polyols market:

The polyols are categorised into two types that include polyether polyols and polyester polyols based on their
characteristic properties including heat resistance, low temperature flexibility and abrasion resistance. The polyether
polyols are accounted for largest segment in the polyols market with the largest market share.The largest market
share for the polyether is obtained due to its use in the production of polyurethane of flexible foam. The polyester
polyols are mainly used in the manufacturing of both the flexible foam as well as rigid foam.

Polyurethane rigid foams are the key chemical intermediate produced from polyols for insulation purpose.

The polyurethane rigid foam application is the major application segment, it can reduce the energy transfer, resist
moisture and also increase energy efficiency of buildings due to this reason; they are mainly used for insulation
purpose in buildings. The mechanical strength of the rigid foams is and its shear strength allows low-density insulating
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cores to be faced with relatively thin steel or aluminium and is used for ease of transportation purposes due to its
light weight. The polyurethane is currently the fastest growing segment of polyols.

The polyurethane is used for the manufacturing of coating, adhesive, sealant and elastomers which are used various
end user industries. The polyurethane foams are extensively used in automotive industry for the production roof liners,
dashboards, headrests, seats, armrests, and instrument panels of cars which drive the global polyols market.

Further, based on application the polyols market is classified into flexible foam, coatings, adhesives & sealants, and
elastomers.

Polyols are used across wide range of end user industries owing for its flexible applications:

The report analyses the global polyols market based on end use industry as construction, transportation, furniture,
packaging, carpet backing, and others. Of these construction is the dominant end use industry owing to wide usage of
polyols in construction activities. Polyurethane is of two types based on their individual properties including flexible
foam and rigid foam. The polyurethane flexible foam provides physical properties such as durability and comfort,
energy absorption and also support and comfort. Due to these properties, it is used in the many applications such as
textiles and fibers, auto motive industry, construction industry and furniture, carpet cushion, bedding, and packaging.
At present, Asia Pacific region is the largest consumer of the polyurethane flexible foam and India is the fast growing
in this region.

Polyols players are implementingnew bio based techniques

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Due to the price fluctuations in the crude oil, the producers are able to meet the demand and supply of the polyols
market. To overcome this situation, the producers are moving towards the production of bio polyols from feedstock
such as corn, soya, rapeseed, castor, canola and palm.

Risingdemand for energy efficient building is fuelling the Asia Pacific polyols market

Asia Pacific region is currently the largest market of polyols due to the factors such as continuous growth in the
population, government regulations to raise the construction activities, growth in the automobile industry, development
in textile and furniture industry lead to the demand for the polyols. China is the largest consumer among the Asia
Pacific region.

Further, regional analysis is segmented for countries across Europe, North America, South & Central America and
Middle East & Africa.

Key players participating in the global polyols market

Key players that are participating in polyols market globally are Royal Dutch Shell PLC (The Netherlands), BASF SE
(Germany), DowDuPont Inc. (United States), PCC SE (Germany), Tosoh Corporation (Japan), Coim Group (Italy),
Covestro AG (Germany), Mitsui Chemicals, Inc. (Japan), Huntsman Corporation(United States), and Lanxess AG
(Germany) among others.

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Scope of the Report

Long term perspective on the Polyolsindustry: 2018 (base year), 2019- 2025 (forecast period)

Polyols Market- Forecasts by Segments- Type, Application and End Use Industry by geography.

 It provides the polyols market outlook by 2 types including polyether polyols and polyester polyols.
 It provides the polyolsmarket outlook by 5 applications including flexible foam, rigid foam, coatings, adhesives
& sealants, and elastomers.
 It provides the polyolsmarket outlook by 6 end user industries including construction, transportation, furniture,
packaging, carpet backing, and others.
 Polyols market across countries in 5 regions including Asia-Pacific, Europe, North America, Middle East and
Africa, and South & Central America are covered.

Polyols Market- Strategic Analysis Review

 Key strategies opted by leading players

 Short to Long Term Industry Trends
 Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
 Supply side and Demand Side Drivers and Challenges

Polyols Market- Growth Opportunities

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 Potential New Business Opportunities
 Key Areas of Focus in forecast period

Polyols Market- Competitive Scenario

 10 companies are analysed in the report including Royal Dutch Shell PLC (The Netherlands), BASF SE
(Germany), Dow DuPont Inc. (United States), PCC SE (Germany), Tosoh Corporation (Japan), Coim Group (Italy),
Covestro AG (Germany), Mitsui Chemicals, Inc. (Japan), Huntsman Corporation(United States), and Lanxess AG
(Germany).
 Company Peer-to-Peer Comparison
 Company Profile and SWOT Analysis
 Financial Analysis

Recent Polyols Market News and Deals

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Table of Contents
1. Table of Contents

1.1 List of Tables

1.2 List of Figures

2. Introduction to Global Polyols Market

2.1 Global Polyols Market Snapshot, 2018

2.2PolyolsIndustry Overview

2.3 Research Perspective

3. Global Polyols Market- Strategic Analysis

3.1 Short Term and Long Term Industry Trends Affecting Global Polyols Markets

3.2 Leading Polyols Types Targeted by Global Manufacturers

3.3 Key Consumption Patterns of Polyols

3.4 Potential Markets Vital for business Expansion

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3.5 Five Forces Analysis

3.6 Drivers and Restraints

4. Global Polyols Market Outlook and Growth Opportunities by Type

4.1 Polyether Polyols Market Outlook, 2019- 2025

4.2 Polyester Polyols Market Outlook, 2019- 2025

5. Global Polyols Market Outlook and Growth Opportunities by Application

5.1 Polyols Demand in Flexible Foam Application, Market Outlook, 2019- 2025

5.2 Polyols Demand in Rigid Foam Application, Market Outlook, 2019- 2025

5.3 Polyols Demand in Coatings Application, Market Outlook, 2019- 2025

5.4Polyols Demand in Adhesives & Sealants Application, Market Outlook, 2019- 2025

5.5Polyols Demand in Elastomers Application, Market Outlook, 2019- 2025

6. Global Polyols Market Outlook and Growth Opportunities by End Use Industry

6.1 Polyols Demand in Construction, Market Outlook, 2019- 2025

6.2 Polyols Demand in Transportation, Market Outlook, 2019- 2025

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6.3 Polyols Demand in Furniture, Market Outlook, 2019- 2025

6.4 Polyols Demand in Packaging, Market Outlook, 2019- 2025

6.5 Polyols Demand in Carpet Backing, Market Outlook, 2019- 2025

6.6 Polyols Demand in Other End Use Industries, Market Outlook, 2019- 2025

7. Asia Pacific Polyols Market Outlook and Growth Opportunities

7.1 Key Findings, 2018

7.2 Asia Pacific Polyols Market Outlook by Type, 2019- 2025

7.3 Asia Pacific Polyols Market Outlook by Application, 2019- 2025

7.4 Asia Pacific Polyols Market Outlook by End Use Industry, 2019- 2025

7.5 Asia Pacific Polyols Market Outlook by Country, 2019- 2025

8. Europe Polyols Market Outlook and Growth Opportunities

8.1 Key Findings, 2018

8.2 Europe Polyols Market Outlook by Type, 2019- 2025

8.3 Europe Polyols Market Outlook by Application, 2019- 2025

8.4 Europe Polyols Market Outlook by End Use Industry, 2019- 2025

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8.5 Europe Polyols Market Outlook by Country, 2019- 2025

9. North America Polyols Market Outlook and Growth Opportunities

9.1 Key Findings, 2018

9.2 North America Polyols Market Outlook by Type, 2019- 2025

9.3 North America Polyols Market Outlook by Application, 2019- 2025

9.4 North America Polyols Market Outlook by End Use Industry, 2019- 2025

9.5 North America Polyols Market Outlook by Country, 2019- 2025

10. South & Central America Polyols Market Outlook and Growth Opportunities

10.1 Key Findings, 2018

10.2 South & Central America Polyols Market Outlook by Type, 2019- 2025

10.3South & Central America Polyols Market Outlook by Application, 2019- 2025

10.4South & Central America Polyols Market Outlook by End Use Industry, 2019- 2025

10.5South & Central America Polyols Market Outlook by Country, 2019- 2025

11. Middle East & Africa Polyols Market Outlook and Growth Opportunities
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11.1 Key Findings, 2018

11.2 Middle East & Africa Polyols Market Outlook by Type, 2019- 2025

11.3 Middle East & Africa Polyols Market Outlook by Application, 2019- 2025

11.4Middle East & AfricaPolyols Market Outlook by End Use Industry, 2019- 2025

11.5 Middle East & Africa Polyols Market Outlook by Country, 2019- 2025

12. Competitive Landscape

12.1 Leading Players (Company Profile, SWOT Analysis, Polyols Products, Financial Analysis)

12.1.1 Royal Dutch Shell PLC (The Netherlands)

12.1.2 BASF SE (Germany)

12.1.3 DowDuPont Inc. (United States)

12.1.4 PCC SE (Germany)

12.1.5 Tosoh Corporation (Japan)

12.1.6 Coim Group (Italy)

12.1.7 Covestro AG (Germany)

12.1.8 Mitsui Chemicals, Inc. (Japan)

12.1.9 Huntsman Corporation(United States)

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12.1.10 Lanxess AG (Germany)

12.2 Company Benchmarking

12.3 Financial Analysis

13. Recent News and Deals Landscape

13.1 Mergers and Acquisitions

13.2 New Product Launches

13.3 Asset Transactions

13.4 Financial Announcements

14 Appendix
14.1 OGAnalysis Expertise

14.2 Sources and Research Methodology

14.3 Contact Information

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Research Methodology
Over 1000 companies rely on OGAnalysis research for accurate data and analytics for business development. Accordingly, we
have developed a robust methodology that has been redefined again and again over the past 10 years to arrive at the best-in-
class methodology.

We understand the importance of research for your business!

Our strategic market intelligence is uniquely designed to transform data points into actionable insights for strategic planning and
business development. Our methodology includes series of iterative processes integrating qualitative and quantitative researc h
methods.

Scope and Report Design Phase

Our well experienced team of experts carefully designs the study scope, objectives and deliverables. Through clear understanding
of research needs of our clients, we design a clear scope for all the segments and sub-segments of the report. Strong knowledge on
emerging trends, client interactions, conferences and latest thinking assist us in formulating the most suitable design process.

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Data Sourcing

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primary and secondary research methods. Through collaborative efforts, primary data is sourced from industry organizations,
leading companies, suppliers, traders and consumers to ensure a comprehensive industry perspective.

Strong primary research abilities set us apart from crowd

In-house Proprietary Databases

Our proprietary databases with over 10 million data points act as a strong historic source for all the information gathered during
Data Sourcing phase. A dedicated team of analysts work on a daily basis- crawling thousands of websites and primary calls to
constantly update the information in our databases.

Data Triangulation

The benefits of data triangulation include boosting data trustworthiness, identifying novel ways of understanding, generating new
insights and gain clear understanding of markets. Through use of historical trend analysis, bottom-up and top-down demand
modeling coupled with comparative analysis, we assess the diverse and quantitative data gathered through primary and secondary
research methods.

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Data Triangulation Can Provide Novel Insights

Forecast methodology

Forecasting is no more a simple quantitative modeling exercise. It is an iterative operating process where identifying the right things
to forecast is followed by gathering and improving the data to include real-world scenarios. Emphasis on scalability and
adaptability of the model in current market conditions with confidence remains the key for any forecast model. The forecasting
process concludes with adaptability in business model so as to constantly improve the entire process.

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Related Products and Solutions

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Plastic 3D Printing Powder Dimer Acid Medical Polymers Polymer Gel
Dimethyl Terephthalate and Metal Soaps and Organotin Polymethyl
Polyamide Acrylic Sheet Terephthalic Acid Heat Stabilizers Methacrylate
Metalized Biaxially Oriented
Polyols Acrylonitrile Electrically Conductive Adhesives Polypropylene Films Polyolefin
Acrylonitrile Butadiene
Polypropylene Styrene Resins Electroactive Polymers Metallic Stearate Polyolefin Fibers
Adhesive, Composite,
Polystyrene and Coating Epoxy Emulsion Polymer Methyl Methacrylate Polyoxymethylene
Methyl, Ethyl and Other
Rosin Adipic Acid Engineering Plastics Cellulose Ethers Polyphenylene Oxide
Polyphenylene Sulfide
White Oil Aluminum Oxide Epoxidized Soybean Oil (ESO) Mulch film Resins
High Temperature Amine and Anhydride Epoxy and Polyester Corrosion
Resin Epoxy Curing Agents Resistant Resins Novolac Resins Polypropylene Resins
Low Temperature
Coating Amino Resins Epoxy Coatings Nylon 6 and 66 Polysilicon
Polytetrafluoroethylen
Maleic Anhydride Anti-Fog Additives Epoxy Resin Nylon Monofilament e
Medical Plastics Antimicrobial Plastic Epoxy Surface Coatings Nylon Resins Polyurea
Organic Coatings, Inorganic
Methacrylate Automotive Epoxy, Silicone, Polyurethane and Coatings and Other Barrier Polyvinyl Chloride
Monomers Polycarbonate Glazing Other High Temperature Adhesives Films Resins
Epoxy, Vinyl Ester and Polyester Purified Terephthalic
Opaque Polymers Azodicarbonamide Glass Flake Coatings Packaging Films Acid
Petroleum Resin Bakelite Ethylene Copolymers Paint Protection Film Reinforced Plastics
Rigid Transparent
Phenolic Resin Barrier Resisns Ethylene Glycols PET Polymer Plastics

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Plastic Additives Bio Plasticizers Ethylene Oxide Phosgene Shrink Film
Bio-based Polyethylene
Plastisols Terephthalate Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer Plastic Compounding Smart Polymers
Styrene-Acrylonitrile
Polyamide Bio-based Polypropylene Extruded Polypropylene Foam Plastic Dielectric Films Resins
Styrenic Block
Polycarbonate Films Biodegradable Plastics Fiber Reinforced Composites Plastic Films and Sheets Copolymers
Fiber Reinforced Polymer
Polyetheramine Biodegradable Polymers Composites Plasticizer Alcohol Styrenic Copolymers
Biodegradable
Superabsorbent
Polymer Dispersions Materials Flexible Epoxy Resin Plasticizers Styrenic Polymers
Polymethyl
Methacrylate
Microspheres Bioplastics Fluorotelomers Polyacetal Resins Styrenics
Polyphenylene
Sulfide Bio-Polyamide Furan Resins Polyacrylamide Sulfone Polymers
Polypropylene Superabsorbent
Catalysts Biopolymer Furandicarboxylic Acid Polyamide Resins Polymers
Synthetic and Bio-
Polyvinyl Butyral Bioresorbable Polymers Glass Fiber Polyamide-Imide Based Polypropylene
Synthetic Water-
Precipitated Silica Bisphenol A Gum Rosin Polyaryletherketone Soluble Polymers
Thermoformed
Protective Films Blow Molded Plastics HDPE (High-Density Polyethylene) Polyarylsulfone Plastics
Thermoplastic
Polyester Engineering
PVC Additives Breathable Film HDPE Polyethylene Resins Polycarbonate Resins Resins
Thermoplastic
PVC Stabilizer Cellulose Acetate Heat Resistant Polymer Polychlorotrifluoroethylene Polyolefins
Saturated Polyester Thermoplastic
Resin Cellulose Acetate Flake Hexamethylenediamine Polyester Film Vulcanizates
Synthetic Latex
Polymers Cellulose Ester High Density Polyethylene Polyester Polyols Triethylene Glycol

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Cellulose Ether and Ultraviolet Curable
Transparent Plastics Derivatives Hydrazine Polyether Ether Ketone Resins
Tris Nonylphenyl Unsaturated Polyester
Phosphite Cellulose Films Impact Modifiers Polyether Polyols Resins
Chlorinated
UV Absorbers Polyethylene (PE-C) Injection Molded Plastics Polyethylene Furanoate UV Light Stabilizers
Chlorinated
Polyethylene Resins and Water Soluble
UV Stabilizer Elastomers Ion Exchange Resins Polyethylene Glycol Polymers
Wood Plastic
Water Based Resin Chromatography Resin LDPE Polyethylene Resins Polyethylene Naphthalate Composite
Water Soluble Film Coating Resins Linear LDPE Polyethylene Resins Polyethylene Terephthalate Solid-State Resins
Waterborne Epoxy
Resins Conductive Polymers Liquid Crystal Polymers Polyimides and Imide Polymers
Waterborne UV Corrosion Resistant
Curable Resins Resin Low Profile Additives Polymer Chameleons

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