The global wood plastic composites market size was approximately US$5 Bn in 2022 and is likely to expand at a robust CAGR through 2030 end.
Market Analysis in Brief
Growing inclination towards use of eco-friendly material across industrial applications has prevailed owing to rising concerns regarding environment health. In this background, stringent norms laid by authorities apropos to use of sustainable green material has triggered the use of wood plastic composites (WPC). Using wood plastic composites, high durability can be achieved without use of toxic material. Moreover, plant based material are highly biodegradable, have high strength and stiffness quotients, low density, have low carbon emissions, are renewable and cost efficient. This has fuelled their use in plastic reinforcement. This aspect continues to influence the performance of the wood plastic composites market on the global front.
Key Report Findings
Growth Drivers
Desirable Attributes, and Environmentally Sustainable Profile
Owing to their sustainable green functional features apart from durability and strength, wood plastic composites are being eyed upon by several automotive OEMs. In wale of reducing emissions from vehicles alongside enhancing vehicle performance, manufacturers are focusing on innovating and adopting green and sustainable composites for automotive components.
Wood plastic composites can impart high mechanical strength, reduce material weight, enhance acoustic performance, reduce cost of production, lower fuel consumption and improve overall vehicle performance. That said, demand for wood plastic composites in applications on the back of their environment friendly characteristics is expected to complement the growth of wood plastic composites market.
Overview of Key Segments
Polyethylene-based Composites Favored
Wood plastic composites made from polyethylene are likely to witness high demand in the coming years. Polyethylene, being a subject of interest from both technological, and academic standpoints has gained significant traction owing to its processability, versatility and mechanical properties.
Given its special molecular arrangement and molecular structure, polyethylene based wood plastic composites can be moulded as per need and can provide fine polishing, and rich look. This feature has fuelled their adoption in applications such as flooring, moulding strips, hollow boards, furniture material, and wall cladding. This aspect has driven sales of polyethylene-based composites, in turn significantly contributing towards value growth of the wood plastic composites market.
Growth Opportunities Across Regions
North America Retains Lead
Developed nations in North America such as United States and Canada are expected to reflect significant growth with respect to adoption of wood plastic composites. This is mainly owing to growing use of wood plastic composites in the manufacturing of porches, window frames, and docks and other decking applications. Moreover, increasing demand for bioplastics in applications such as street construction, and landscaping is expected to further bolster growth of the wood plastic composites market in the region.
In addition, presence of major players involved in the manufacturing and distribution of wood plastic composites is likely to create an impact on the market in North America. Factors such as stable economic growth, favourable government incentives and inclination towards use of environment-friendly solutions and products continue to influence demand, consequently complementing value growth of the use of clean renewable sources market in North America. This in turn boosts revenue growth of the region’s wood plastic composites market.
Asia Pacific Grows Lucrative
Alternatively, emerging economies such as China, and India are expected to showcase high market lucrativeness. Momentous growth in the construction sector on the back of increasing urbanisation has remained instrumental in driving use of clean renewable sources market growth in Asia Pacific. From a functional standpoint, wood plastic composites are highly heat, rot, and moisture resistant. These functional features have propelled their use in areas such as construction of buildings owing to their long lasting aesthetics as compared to conventional wood.
Moreover, use of wood plastic composites in the automotive sector to manufacture components is expected to further accelerate market growth. Wood plastic composites when integrated with automotive components, can significantly reduce vehicle weight, in turn enhancing vehicle performance and fuel efficiency. This factor coupled with growing automotive sector is likely to pave new avenues for wood plastic composites market in Asia Pacific.
Wood Plastic Composites Market: Competitive Landscape
Major players in the wood plastic composites market are involved in new product development, innovations, and capacity expansions to maintain their market position.
For instance, in 2021, Teknor Apex Co launched highly weatherable compound for outer layers of WPC (wood plastic composites) decking. This compound offers superior performance, appearance, long service life and low maintenance. Same year, in May, researchers from KTH Royal Institute of Technology developed transparent wood plastic composites featuring 100% renewability by using limonene acrylate. This composite provides enhanced optical transmittance and can be used in structural applications owing to its physiochemical properties.
Key Players
A few of the major players in global wood plastic composites market include TIMBERTECH Ltd., Universal Forest Products Inc., Trex Company, Renolit SE, BEOLOGIC N.V, DOW, UFP Industries Inc., Seven Trust, Axion International Inc., and Croda International Plc.
Regional Classification of the Global Wood Plastic Composites Market is Described Below:
North America
Europe
Asia Pacific
Latin America
Middle East and Africa
*Regions and countries are subject to change based on data availability
Key Elements Included In The Study: Global Wood Plastic Composites Market
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1. Executive Summary
1.1. Global Wood Plastic Composite Market Snapshot
1.2. Key Market Trends
1.3. Future Projections
1.4. Analyst Recommendations
2. Market Overview
2.1. Market Definitions and Segmentations
2.2. Market Dynamics
2.2.1. Drivers
2.2.1.1. Driver A
2.2.1.2. Driver B
2.2.1.3. Driver C
2.2.2. Restraints
2.2.2.1. Restraint 1
2.2.2.2. Restraint 2
2.2.3. Market Opportunities Matrix
2.3. Value Chain Analysis
2.4. Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
2.5. Covid-19 Impact Analysis
2.5.1. Pre-covid and Post-covid Scenario
2.5.2. Supply Impact
2.5.3. Demand Impact
2.6. Government Regulations
2.7. Technology Landscape
2.8. Economic Analysis
2.9. PESTLE
3. Production Output, 2018 - 2022
3.1. Regional Production Statistics
3.1.1. North America
3.1.2. Europe
3.1.3. Asia Pacific
3.1.4. Latin America
3.1.5. Middle East & Africa
4. Price Trends Analysis and Future Projects, 2018 - 2030
4.1. Key Highlights
4.2. Prominent Factors Affecting Prices
4.3. By Product
4.4. By Region
5. Global Wood Plastic Composite Market Outlook, 2018 - 2030
5.1. Global Wood Plastic Composite Market Outlook, by Product, Volume (Kilo Tons) and Value (US$ Mn), 2018 - 2030
5.1.1. Key Highlights
5.1.1.1. Polyethylene (PE)
5.1.1.2. Polyvinylchloride (PVC)
5.1.1.3. Polypropylene (PP)
5.1.1.4. Polystyrene (PS)
5.1.1.5. Misc.
5.2. Global Wood Plastic Composite Market Outlook, by End-user, Volume (Kilo Tons) and Value (US$ Mn), 2018 - 2030
5.2.1. Key Highlights
5.2.1.1. Construction
5.2.1.1.1. Decking
5.2.1.1.2. Fencing
5.2.1.1.3. Molding & Siding
5.2.1.2. Automotive
5.2.1.3. Furniture
5.2.1.4. Consumer Goods
5.2.1.5. Misc.
5.3. Global Wood Plastic Composite Market Outlook, by Region, Volume (Kilo Tons) and Value (US$ Mn), 2018 - 2030
5.3.1. Key Highlights
5.3.1.1. North America
5.3.1.2. Europe
5.3.1.3. Asia Pacific
5.3.1.4. Latin America
5.3.1.5. Middle East & Africa
5.3.2. BPS Analysis/Market Attractiveness Analysis
6. North America Wood Plastic Composite Market Outlook, 2018 - 2030
6.1. North America Wood Plastic Composite Market Outlook, by Product, Volume (Kilo Tons) and Value (US$ Mn), 2018 - 2030
6.1.1. Key Highlights
6.1.1.1. Polyethylene (PE)
6.1.1.2. Polyvinylchloride (PVC)
6.1.1.3. Polypropylene (PP)
6.1.1.4. Polystyrene (PS)
6.1.1.5. Misc.
6.2. North America Wood Plastic Composite Market Outlook, by End-user, Volume (Kilo Tons) and Value (US$ Mn), 2018 - 2030
6.2.1. Key Highlights
6.2.1.1. Construction
6.2.1.1.1. Decking
6.2.1.1.2. Fencing
6.2.1.1.3. Molding & Siding
6.2.1.2. Automotive
6.2.1.3. Furniture
6.2.1.4. Consumer Goods
6.2.1.5. Misc.
6.3. North America Wood Plastic Composite Market Outlook, by Country, Volume (Kilo Tons) and Value (US$ Mn), 2018 - 2030
6.3.1. Key Highlights
6.3.1.1. U.S.
6.3.1.2. Canada
6.3.2. BPS Analysis/Market Attractiveness Analysis
7. Europe Wood Plastic Composite Market Outlook, 2018 - 2030
7.1. Europe Wood Plastic Composite Market Outlook, by Product, Volume (Kilo Tons) and Value (US$ Mn), 2018 - 2030
7.1.1. Key Highlights
7.1.1.1. Polyethylene (PE)
7.1.1.2. Polyvinylchloride (PVC)
7.1.1.3. Polypropylene (PP)
7.1.1.4. Polystyrene (PS)
7.1.1.5. Misc.
7.2. Europe Wood Plastic Composite Market Outlook, by End-user, Volume (Kilo Tons) and Value (US$ Mn), 2018 - 2030
7.2.1. Key Highlights
7.2.1.1. Construction
7.2.1.1.1. Decking
7.2.1.1.2. Fencing
7.2.1.1.3. Molding & Siding
7.2.1.2. Automotive
7.2.1.3. Furniture
7.2.1.4. Consumer Goods
7.2.1.5. Misc.
7.3. Europe Wood Plastic Composite Market Outlook, by Country, Volume (Kilo Tons) and Value (US$ Mn), 2018 - 2030
7.3.1. Key Highlights
7.3.1.1. Germany
7.3.1.2. France
7.3.1.3. U.K.
7.3.1.4. Italy
7.3.1.5. Spain
7.3.1.6. Russia
7.3.1.7. Rest of Europe
7.3.2. BPS Analysis/Market Attractiveness Analysis
8. Asia Pacific Wood Plastic Composite Market Outlook, 2018 - 2030
8.1. Asia Pacific Wood Plastic Composite Market Outlook, by Product, Volume (Kilo Tons) and Value (US$ Mn), 2018 - 2030
8.1.1. Key Highlights
8.1.1.1. Polyethylene (PE)
8.1.1.2. Polyvinylchloride (PVC)
8.1.1.3. Polypropylene (PP)
8.1.1.4. Polystyrene (PS)
8.1.1.5. Misc.
8.2. Asia Pacific Wood Plastic Composite Market Outlook, by End-user, Volume (Kilo Tons) and Value (US$ Mn), 2018 - 2030
8.2.1. Key Highlights
8.2.1.1. Construction
8.2.1.1.1. Decking
8.2.1.1.2. Fencing
8.2.1.1.3. Molding & Siding
8.2.1.2. Automotive
8.2.1.3. Furniture
8.2.1.4. Consumer Goods
8.2.1.5. Misc.
8.3. Asia Pacific Wood Plastic Composite Market Outlook, by Country, Volume (Kilo Tons) and Value (US$ Mn), 2018 - 2030
8.3.1. Key Highlights
8.3.1.1. China
8.3.1.2. Japan
8.3.1.3. South Korea
8.3.1.4. India
8.3.1.5. Southeast Asia
8.3.1.6. Rest of Asia Pacific
8.3.2. BPS Analysis/Market Attractiveness Analysis
9. Latin America Wood Plastic Composite Market Outlook, 2018 - 2030
9.1. Latin America Wood Plastic Composite Market Outlook, by Product, Volume (Kilo Tons) and Value (US$ Mn), 2018 - 2030
9.1.1. Key Highlights
9.1.1.1. Polyethylene (PE)
9.1.1.2. Polyvinylchloride (PVC)
9.1.1.3. Polypropylene (PP)
9.1.1.4. Polystyrene (PS)
9.1.1.5. Misc.
9.2. Latin America Wood Plastic Composite Market Outlook, by End-user, Volume (Kilo Tons) and Value (US$ Mn), 2018 - 2030
9.2.1. Key Highlights
9.2.1.1. Construction
9.2.1.1.1. Decking
9.2.1.1.2. Fencing
9.2.1.1.3. Molding & Siding
9.2.1.2. Automotive
9.2.1.3. Furniture
9.2.1.4. Consumer Goods
9.2.1.5. Misc.
9.3. Latin America Wood Plastic Composite Market Outlook, by Country, Volume (Kilo Tons) and Value (US$ Mn), 2018 - 2030
9.3.1. Key Highlights
9.3.1.1. Brazil
9.3.1.2. Mexico
9.3.1.3. Rest of Latin America
9.3.2. BPS Analysis/Market Attractiveness Analysis
10. Middle East & Africa Wood Plastic Composite Market Outlook, 2018 - 2030
10.1. Middle East & Africa Wood Plastic Composite Market Outlook, by Product, Volume (Kilo Tons) and Value (US$ Mn), 2018 - 2030
10.1.1. Key Highlights
10.1.1.1. Polyethylene (PE)
10.1.1.2. Polyvinylchloride (PVC)
10.1.1.3. Polypropylene (PP)
10.1.1.4. Polystyrene (PS)
10.1.1.5. Misc.
10.2. Middle East & Africa Wood Plastic Composite Market Outlook, by End-user, Volume (Kilo Tons) and Value (US$ Mn), 2018 - 2030
10.2.1. Key Highlights
10.2.1.1. Construction
10.2.1.1.1. Decking
10.2.1.1.2. Fencing
10.2.1.1.3. Molding & Siding
10.2.1.2. Automotive
10.2.1.3. Furniture
10.2.1.4. Consumer Goods
10.2.1.5. Misc.
10.3. Middle East & Africa Wood Plastic Composite Market Outlook, by Country, Volume (Kilo Tons) and Value (US$ Mn), 2018 - 2030
10.3.1. Key Highlights
10.3.1.1. GCC
10.3.1.2. South Africa
10.3.1.3. Rest of Middle East & Africa
10.3.2. BPS Analysis/Market Attractiveness Analysis
11. Competitive Landscape
11.1. Company Market Share Analysis, 2022
11.2. Competitive Dashboard
11.3. Company Profiles
11.3.1. Trex Company, Inc.
11.3.1.1. Company Overview
11.3.1.2. Product Portfolio
11.3.1.3. Financial Overview
11.3.1.4. Business Strategies and Development
(*Note: Above details would be available for below list of companies based on availability)
11.3.2. The AZEK Company Inc.
11.3.3. Fiberon, LLC
11.3.4. CRH Americas
11.3.5. Beologic N.V.
11.3.6. FKuR Kunststoff GmbH
11.3.7. Hosung
11.3.8. Renolit SE
11.3.9. PolyPlank AB
11.3.10. Forestar
11.3.11. Sundi WPC
11.3.12. JELU-WERK J. Ehrler GmbH & Co. KG
12. Appendix
12.1. Research Methodology
12.2. Report Assumptions
12.3. Acronyms and Abbreviations
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