세계의 플라스틱 시장 - 규모, 점유율, 동향 분석 보고서 : 제품별, 용도별, 최종 용도별, 지역별 부문 예측(2025-2033년)

Plastic Market Summary

The global plastic market size was estimated at USD 647.36 billion in 2024 and is expected to reach USD 962.56 billion by 2033, expanding at a CAGR of 4.6% from 2025 to 2033. The market is driven by rising demand from packaging, automotive, and construction industries due to its lightweight, durable, and cost-effective properties.

Plastics are lightweight, durable, and versatile, making them ideal for manufacturing a wide range of products. For instance, in the automotive sector, plastics are increasingly used for interior panels, bumpers, and battery casings for electric vehicles due to their weight reduction benefits, which improve fuel efficiency and reduce emissions. Similarly, in packaging, single-use plastics, flexible packaging, and PET bottles continue to dominate due to their cost-effectiveness, recyclability, and convenience for consumers.

Technological innovation in polymer chemistry and production methods is another key factor driving the plastic market. The development of high-performance plastics such as polypropylene (PP), polyethylene terephthalate (PET), polycarbonate (PC), and bioplastics has expanded applications in sectors that demand superior strength, heat resistance, or biodegradability. For example, biodegradable PLA (polylactic acid) plastics are gaining popularity in food packaging and disposable cutlery, driven by sustainability trends. In addition, innovations such as nano-reinforced plastics and flame-retardant polymers are opening opportunities in electronics, aerospace, and construction, pushing market growth.

Rapid urbanization and infrastructure expansion in emerging economies such as India, China, and Brazil are significantly boosting plastic consumption. Construction plastics, including PVC pipes, window frames, and insulation materials, are essential for modern housing and commercial projects. The increasing population and urban migration drive demand for durable, lightweight, and cost-effective building materials, positioning plastics as a preferred choice over traditional metals or glass. For example, China's large-scale residential and transportation projects have consistently driven growth in PVC and polyethylene demand over the past decade.

While environmental concerns are challenging the traditional plastics market, they are also driving innovation and creating new growth avenues. Increased awareness of plastic waste has led to the adoption of recycled plastics, circular economy initiatives, and regulatory incentives encouraging eco-friendly materials. Companies such as BASF and Dow Chemical are investing in chemical recycling technologies and bioplastics to meet stricter regulations in Europe and North America. The shift toward sustainable alternatives, such as compostable films and recycled PET (rPET) bottles, demonstrates how environmental compliance is becoming a growth driver rather than just a constraint.

Global Plastic Market Report Segmentation

This report forecasts revenue growth at a global level and provides an analysis of the latest industry trends in each of the sub-segments from 2021 to 2033. For this study, Grand View Research has segmented the global plastic market report based on product, application, end use, and region:

• Product Outlook (Volume, Kilotons; Revenue, USD Million, 2021 - 2033)
• Polyethylene (PE)
• Polypropylene (PP)
• Polyurethane (PU)
• Polyvinyl chloride (PVC)
• Polystyrene (PS)
• Polyethylene terephthalate (PET)
• Polyamide (PA)
• Epoxy Polymers
• Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS)
• Polycarbonate (PC)
• Polybutylene terephthalate (PBT)
• Polyphenylene Oxide (PPO)
• Liquid Crystal Polymers
• Polyether ether ketone (PEEK)
• Polysulfone (PSU)
• Polyphenylsulfone (PPSU)
• Others
• Application Outlook (Volume, Kilotons; Revenue, USD Million, 2021 - 2033)
• Injection Molding
• Extrusion
• Blow Molding
• Calendering
• Thermoforming
• Compression Molding
• Casting
• Roto Molding
• Others
• End Use Outlook (Volume, Kilotons; Revenue, USD Million, 2021 - 2033)
• Packaging
• Construction
• Consumer Goods
• Automotive
• Electricals & Electronics
• Utility
• Agriculture
• Medical Devices
• Furniture & Bedding
• Others
• Region Outlook (Volume, Kilotons; Revenue, USD Million, 2021 - 2033)
• North America
  • U.S.
  • Canada
  • Mexico
• Europe
  • Germany
  • UK
  • France
  • Italy
  • Poland
  • Spain
  • The Netherlands
  • Denmark
  • Sweden
  • Portugal
• Asia Pacific
  • China
  • India
  • Japan
  • South Korea
  • Singapore
  • Malaysia
  • Thailand
  • Indonesia
  • Vietnam
  • Australia
  • Caribbean
  • Dominican Republic
• Latin America
  • Brazil
  • Argentina
  • Chile
  • Columbia
  • Ecuador
  • Peru
  • Costa Rica
  • Guatemala
  • Panama
• Middle East & Africa
  • Saudi Arabia
  • UAE
  • Oman
  • Kenya
  • South Africa
  • Angola

Table of Contents

Chapter 1. Methodology and Scope

• 1.1. Research Methodology
  • 1.1.1. Market Segmentation
  • 1.1.2. Market Definition
• 1.2. Research Scope & Assumptions
• 1.3. Information Procurement
  • 1.3.1. Purchased Database
  • 1.3.2. GVR's Internal Database
  • 1.3.3. Secondary Sources & Third-Party Perspectives
  • 1.3.4. Primary Research
• 1.4. Information Analysis
  • 1.4.1. Data Analysis Models
• 1.5. Market Formulation & Data Visualization
• 1.6. Data Validation & Publishing
• 1.7. List of Abbreviations

Chapter 2. Executive Summary

• 2.1. Market Snapshot, 2024 (USD Million)
• 2.2. Segmental Snapshot
• 2.3. Competitive Landscape Snapshot

Chapter 3. Global Plastic Market Variables, Trends, and Scope

• 3.1. Market Lineage Outlook
• 3.2. Penetration & Growth Prospect Mapping
• 3.3. Industry Value Chain Analysis
  • 3.3.1. Raw Material Trends
  • 3.3.2. Raw Material Price Analysis
  • 3.3.3. Manufacturing/Technology Trends
• 3.4. Price Trend Analysis, 2021 - 2033 (USD/Kg)
• 3.5. Regulatory Framework
• 3.6. Market Dynamics
  • 3.6.1. Market Driver Analysis
  • 3.6.2. Market Restraint Analysis
  • 3.6.3. Market Opportunity Analysis
  • 3.6.4. Market Challenge Analysis
• 3.7. Business Environment Analysis
  • 3.7.1. Porter's Five Forces Analysis
  • 3.7.2. PESTEL Analysis

Chapter 4. Global Plastic Market: Product Estimates & Trend Analysis

• 4.1. Key Takeaways
• 4.2. Product Movement Analysis & Market Share, 2024 & 2033
  • 4.2.1. Polyethylene (PE)
    • 4.2.1.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
  • 4.2.2. Polypropylene (PP)
    • 4.2.2.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
  • 4.2.3. Polyurethane (PU)
    • 4.2.3.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
  • 4.2.4. Polyvinyl chloride (PVC)
    • 4.2.4.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
  • 4.2.5. Polyethylene terephthalate (PET)
    • 4.2.5.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
  • 4.2.6. Polystyrene (PS)
    • 4.2.6.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
  • 4.2.7. Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS)
    • 4.2.7.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
  • 4.2.8. Polybutylene terephthalate (PBT)
    • 4.2.8.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
  • 4.2.9. Polyphenylene Oxide (PPO)
    • 4.2.9.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
  • 4.2.10. Epoxy Polymers
    • 4.2.10.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
  • 4.2.11. Liquid Crystal Polymers
    • 4.2.11.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
  • 4.2.12. Polyether ether ketone (PEEK)
    • 4.2.12.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
  • 4.2.13. Polycarbonate (PC)
    • 4.2.13.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
  • 4.2.14. Polyamide (PA)
    • 4.2.14.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
  • 4.2.15. Polysulfone (PSU)
    • 4.2.15.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
  • 4.2.16. Polyphenylsulfone (PPSU)
    • 4.2.16.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
  • 4.2.17. Others
    • 4.2.17.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)

Chapter 5. Global Plastic Market: Application Estimates & Trend Analysis

• 5.1. Key Takeaways
• 5.2. Application Movement Analysis & Market Share, 2024 & 2033
  • 5.2.1. Injection Molding
    • 5.2.1.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
  • 5.2.2. Blow Molding
    • 5.2.2.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
  • 5.2.3. Roto Molding
    • 5.2.3.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
  • 5.2.4. Compression Molding
    • 5.2.4.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
  • 5.2.5. Casting
    • 5.2.5.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
  • 5.2.6. Thermoforming
    • 5.2.6.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
  • 5.2.7. Extrusion
    • 5.2.7.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
  • 5.2.8. Calendering
    • 5.2.8.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
  • 5.2.9. Others
    • 5.2.9.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)

Chapter 6. Global Plastic Market: End Use Estimates & Trend Analysis

• 6.1. Key Takeaways
• 6.2. End Use Movement Analysis & Market Share, 2024 & 2033
  • 6.2.1. Packaging
    • 6.2.1.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
  • 6.2.2. Construction
    • 6.2.2.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
  • 6.2.3. Electricals & Electronics
    • 6.2.3.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
  • 6.2.4. Automotive
    • 6.2.4.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
  • 6.2.5. Medical Devices
    • 6.2.5.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
  • 6.2.6. Agriculture
    • 6.2.6.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
  • 6.2.7. Furniture & Bedding
    • 6.2.7.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
  • 6.2.8. Consumer Goods
    • 6.2.8.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
  • 6.2.9. Utility
    • 6.2.9.1. Market estimates and forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
  • 6.2.10 Others
    • 6.2.10.2. Market estimates and forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)

Chapter 7. Global Plastic Market: Region Estimates & Trend Analysis

• 7.1. Key Takeaways
• 7.2. Regional Movement Analysis & Market Share, 2024 & 2033
• 7.3. North America
  • 7.3.1. North America Plastic Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
  • 7.3.2. U.S.
    • 7.3.2.1. U.S. Plastic Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
  • 7.3.3. Canada
    • 7.3.3.1. Canada Plastic Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
  • 7.3.4. Mexico
    • 7.3.4.1. Mexico Plastic Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
• 7.4. Europe
  • 7.4.1. Europe Plastic Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
  • 7.4.2. Germany
    • 7.4.2.1. Germany Plastic Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
  • 7.4.3. UK
    • 7.4.3.1. UK Plastic Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
  • 7.4.4. France
    • 7.4.4.1. France Plastic Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
  • 7.4.5. Italy
    • 7.4.5.1. Italy Plastic Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
  • 7.4.6. Spain
    • 7.4.6.1. Spain Plastic Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
  • 7.4.7. Poland
    • 7.4.7.1. Poland Plastic Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
  • 7.4.8. Netherlands
    • 7.4.8.1. Netherlands Plastic Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
  • 7.4.9. Denmark
    • 7.4.9.1. Denmark Plastic Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
  • 7.4.10. Sweden
    • 7.4.10.1. Sweden Plastic Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
  • 7.4.11. Portugal
    • 7.4.11.1. Portugal Plastic Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
• 7.5. Asia Pacific
  • 7.5.1. Asia Pacific Plastic Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
  • 7.5.2. China
    • 7.5.2.1. China Plastic Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
  • 7.5.3. India
    • 7.5.3.1. India Plastic Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
  • 7.5.4. Japan
    • 7.5.4.1. Japan Plastic Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
  • 7.5.5. South Korea
    • 7.5.5.1. South Korea Plastic Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
  • 7.5.6. Australia
    • 7.5.6.1. Australia Plastic Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
  • 7.5.7. Singapore
    • 7.5.7.1. SingaporePlastic Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
  • 7.5.8. Malaysia
    • 7.5.8.1. Malaysia Plastic Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
  • 7.5.9. Thailand
    • 7.5.9.1. Thailand Plastic Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
  • 7.5.10. Indonesia
    • 7.5.10.1. Indonesia Plastic Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
  • 7.5.11. Vietnam
    • 7.5.11.1. Vietnam Plastic Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
• 7.6. Caribbean
  • 7.6.1. Caribbean Plastic Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
  • 7.6.2. Dominican Republic
    • 7.6.2.1. Dominican Republic Plastic Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
• 7.7. Latin America
  • 7.7.1. Latin America Plastic Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
  • 7.7.2. Brazil
    • 7.7.2.1. Brazil Plastic Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
  • 7.7.3. Argentina
    • 7.7.3.1. Argentina Plastic Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
  • 7.7.4. Chile
    • 7.7.4.1. Chile Plastic Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
  • 7.7.5. Columbia
    • 7.7.5.1. Columbia Plastic Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
  • 7.7.6. Ecuador
    • 7.7.6.1. Ecuador Plastic Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
  • 7.7.7. Peru
    • 7.7.7.1. Peru Plastic Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
  • 7.7.8. Costa Rica
    • 7.7.8.1. Costa Rica Plastic Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
  • 7.7.9. Guatemala
    • 7.7.9.1. Guatemala Plastic Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
  • 7.7.10. Panama
    • 7.7.10.1. Panama Plastic Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
• 7.8. Middle East & Africa
  • 7.8.1. Middle East & Africa Plastic Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
  • 7.8.2. Saudi Arabia
    • 7.8.2.1. Saudi Arabia Plastic Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
  • 7.8.3. UAE
    • 7.8.3.1. UAE Plastic Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
  • 7.8.4. South Africa
    • 7.8.4.1. South Africa Plastic Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
  • 7.8.5. Oman
    • 7.8.5.1. Oman Plastic Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
  • 7.8.6. Kenya
    • 7.8.6.1. Kenya Plastic Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)
  • 7.8.7. Angola
    • 7.8.7.1. Angola Africa Plastic Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2021 - 2033 (USD Million) (Kilotons)

Chapter 8. Competitive Landscape

• 8.1. Key Global Players & Recent Developments & Their Impact on the Industry
• 8.2. Company Categorization
• 8.3. Company Market Position Analysis
• 8.4. Company Heat Map Analysis
• 8.5. Company Dashboard Analysis
• 8.6. Strategy Mapping
  • 8.6.1. Expansions
  • 8.6.2. Mergers & Acquisitions
  • 8.6.3. Collaborations
  • 8.6.4. New Product Launches
  • 8.6.5. Others

Chapter 9. Company Listing (Overview, Financial Performance, Product Overview)

• 9.1. BASF
  • 9.1.1. Company Overview
  • 9.1.2. Financial Performance
  • 9.1.3. Product Benchmarking
• 9.2. SABIC
• 9.3. Dow Inc.
• 9.4. DuPont de Nemours, Inc.
• 9.5. Evonik Industries AG
• 9.6. Sumitomo Chemical Co., Ltd
• 9.7. Arkema
• 9.8. Celanese Corporation
• 9.9. Eastman Chemical Company
• 9.10. Chevron Phillips Chemical Co., LLC
• 9.11. Lotte Chemical Corporation
• 9.12. Exxon Mobil Corporation
• 9.13. Formosa Plastics Corporation
• 9.14. Covestro AG
• 9.15. Toray Industries, Inc.
• 9.16. Mitsui & Co. Plastics Ltd.
• 9.17. TEIJIN LIMITED
• 9.18. INEOS Group
• 9.19. Eni S.p.A.
• 9.20. LG Chem
• 9.21. LANXESS AG
• 9.22. CHIMEI Corporation
• 9.23. Huntsman International LLC
• 9.24. LyondellBasell Industries Holdings B.V.