Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET) & Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT) Resins Market by PET Type, PET Application (Bottles, Films, Food Packaging), PBT Application (Electrical & Electronics, Automotive, Consumer Appliance), Region - Global Forecast to 2029

The PET & PBT resin market is projected to register a CAGR of 6.0% and 5.3% respectively between 2024 and 2029, in terms of value. The PET & PBT resin market size is projected to reach USD 57.64 and 6.37 billion respectively by 2029 at a CAGR of 6.0% and 5.3% from USD 43.06 and 4.93 billion respectively in 2024. The Transparent & Non-Transparent PET, by type segment is estimated to account for the largest share in terms of value of the PET resin market in 2023. rPET, by type likely to be the fastest growing type of PET resin market in terms of value.
Recycled polyethylene terephthalate (rPET) is an eco-friendly material formed from the recycling of post-consumer PET products such as bottles and containers. rPET helps in minimizing plastic waste, lowering the carbon footprint, and providing for the structure of a circular economy. The properties of rPET are similar to those of virgin PET, allowing for its use in packaging, textiles, and automotive parts. The increasing concern for sustainability has lent support to rPET with industries and consumers now advocating the use of recycled materials to reduce dependence on virgin materials.
PBT (Polybutylene Terephthalate) is a high-viewed, engineering thermoplastic that offers excellent load-bearing properties, chemical resistance, and dimensional stability. PBT is used in multiple applications, including automobile, electrical, and electronics, due to the material's durability in high temperature. It is also an electrical insulator—in the application of connectors, switches, and housings which require protection properties. As a growing need for lightweight and durable materials arises, PBT is increasingly coming into its own in processing parts for automotive and consumer electronics.
“Electrical and electronics, by application is fastest growing application segment of PBT resin market”
One of the fastest-growing application areas for PBT resin is in the electrical and electronics segment due to its characteristics of electrical insulation and high-temperature resistance, as well as dimensional stability. Applications where PBT is being used increasingly include connectors, switches, and circuit boards and housings for consumer and automotive electronics and communication devices. The demand for smaller, highly reliable, and durable electronic components is therefore propelling the growth of PBT in this sector owing to its versatility and performance in applications that are constantly under effort. The drive toward energy-efficient technologies is also serving as a catalyst for the adoption of PBT in electronics.
“Asia Pacific, by region is forecasted to be the fastest growing segment of PET & PBT resin market during the forecast period.”
Asia Pacific will be the fastest-growing region for PET & PBT resin markets during the forecast period due to rapid industrialization, expanding manufacturing capabilities, and increasing demand in packaging, automotive, and electronics applications. Demand for consumer goods, especially beverages and electronics, is boosted in this region by its large population and growing middle-class population, thus increasing the consumption of PET & PBT resins. Furthermore, government initiatives, infrastructure, and cost-effective production in countries such as India and China are driving growth for the regional market.
Interviews:
- By Company Type: Tier 1 – 46%, Tier 2 – 36%, and Tier 3 – 18%
- By Designation: C Level – 21%, D Level – 23%, and Others – 56%
- By Region: North America – 37%, Europe – 26%, Asia Pacific – 23%, and South America – 4%, Middle East & Africa – 10%
Research Coverage:
The PET & PBT resin market has been segmented based on Type (Transparent & Non-Transparent PET,
Recycled PET), PET Application (Bottles, Films, Food Packaging, Other Applications) PBT Application (Electrical & Electronics, Automotive, Consumer Appliances, Other Applications), and by Region (Asia Pacific, North America, Europe, South America, Middle East & Africa).
This report provides insights on the following pointers:
- Analysis of key drivers (PET is a highly recyclable plastic resin, Increase in demand for PET in packaging sector) restraints (Fluctuations in raw material prices), opportunities (Increasing demand for sustainable packaging solutions), and challenges (High costs of recycled plastics) influencing the growth of the PET & PBT resin market.
- Product Development/Innovation: Detailed insight of upcoming technologies, research & development activities, and new product launch in the PET & PBT resin market.
- Market Development: Comprehensive information about lucrative markets – the report analyses the PET & PBT resin market across varied regions.
- Market Diversification: Exclusive information about the new products & service untapped geographies, recent developments, and investments in PET & PBT resin market.
- Competitive Assessment: In-depth assessment of market shares, growth strategies and service offerings of leading players like Indorama Ventures Public Company Limited (Thailand), Alpek, S.A.B. de C.V. (Mexico), SABIC (Saudi Arabia), BASF SE (Germany), Lotte Chemical Corporation (South Korea), Mitsubishi Chemical Group Corporation (Japan), and Jiangsu Sanfangxiang Group Co., Ltd. (China) among other in the PET & PBT resin market.
1.1 STUDY OBJECTIVES
1.2 MARKET DEFINITION
1.3 MARKET SCOPE
1.3.1 MARKETS COVERED AND REGIONAL SCOPE
1.3.2 INCLUSIONS AND EXCLUSIONS
1.3.3 YEARS CONSIDERED
1.3.4 CURRENCY CONSIDERED
1.3.5 UNITS CONSIDERED
1.4 STAKEHOLDERS
1.5 SUMMARY OF CHANGES
2 RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
2.1 RESEARCH DESIGN
2.1.1 SECONDARY DATA
2.1.1.1 Key data from secondary sources
2.1.2 PRIMARY DATA
2.1.2.1 Key primary data sources
2.1.2.2 Key data from primary sources
2.1.2.3 Key industry insights
2.1.2.4 Breakdown of interviews with experts
2.2 MARKET SIZE ESTIMATION
2.2.1 TOP-DOWN APPROACH
2.2.2 BOTTOM-UP APPROACH
2.3 MARKET FORECAST APPROACH
2.3.1 SUPPLY-SIDE FORECAST
2.3.2 DEMAND-SIDE FORECAST
2.4 DATA TRIANGULATION
2.5 FACTOR ANALYSIS
2.6 ASSUMPTIONS
2.7 LIMITATIONS
2.8 RISK ASSESSMENT
3 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
4 PREMIUM INSIGHTS
4.1 ATTRACTIVE OPPORTUNITIES FOR PLAYERS IN PET & PBT RESIN MARKET
4.2 ASIA PACIFIC PET & PBT RESIN MARKET, BY COUNTRY, 2023
4.3 PET RESIN MARKET, BY REGION
4.4 PBT RESIN MARKET, BY REGION
4.5 PET RESIN MARKET, BY TYPE
4.6 PET RESIN MARKET, BY APPLICATION
4.7 PBT RESIN MARKET, BY APPLICATION
4.8 PET RESIN MARKET, BY KEY COUNTRY
4.9 PBT RESIN MARKET, BY KEY COUNTRY
5 MARKET OVERVIEW
5.1 INTRODUCTION
5.2 MARKET DYNAMICS
5.2.1 DRIVERS
5.2.1.1 Highly recyclable PET plastic resin
5.2.1.2 Increase in demand for PET in packaging sector
5.2.1.3 Technological advancements in PET packaging sector
5.2.1.4 Laws and regulations enforced by governments
5.2.1.5 Burgeoning demand for PBT in electrical & electronics industry
5.2.1.6 Increasing demand for lightweight vehicles
5.2.2 RESTRAINTS
5.2.2.1 Fluctuations in raw material prices
5.2.2.2 Absence of required framework for plastic waste collection and segregation
5.2.2.3 Limited numbers of treatment plants and lack of expertise in recycling PET waste
5.2.3 OPPORTUNITIES
5.2.3.1 Increasing demand for sustainable packaging solutions
5.2.3.2 Expansion to emerging markets
5.2.4 CHALLENGES
5.2.4.1 High costs of recycled plastics
5.2.4.2 Existence of alternate products with identical properties
5.3 PORTER’S FIVE FORCES ANALYSIS
5.3.1 THREAT OF NEW ENTRANTS
5.3.2 THREAT OF SUBSTITUTES
5.3.3 BARGAINING POWER OF SUPPLIERS
5.3.4 BARGAINING POWER OF BUYERS
5.3.5 INTENSITY OF COMPETITIVE RIVALRY
5.4 KEY STAKEHOLDERS AND BUYING CRITERIA
5.4.1 KEY STAKEHOLDERS IN BUYING PROCESS
5.4.2 BUYING CRITERIA
5.5 MACROECONOMIC INDICATORS
5.5.1 GDP TRENDS AND FORECAST
6 INDUSTRY TRENDS
6.1 SUPPLY CHAIN ANALYSIS
6.1.1 RAW MATERIALS
6.1.2 MANUFACTURING
6.1.3 DISTRIBUTION NETWORK
6.1.4 END-USE INDUSTRIES
6.2 PRICING ANALYSIS
6.2.1 AVERAGE SELLING PRICE OF PET & PBT RESINS, BY KEY PLAYER, 2023
6.2.2 AVERAGE SELLING PRICE TREND OF PET & PBT RESINS, BY REGION, 2021–2029
6.3 TRENDS AND DISRUPTIONS IMPACTING CUSTOMER BUSINESS
6.4 ECOSYSTEM ANALYSIS
6.5 CASE STUDY ANALYSIS
6.5.1 HIGH-PERFORMANCE AUTOMOTIVE CONNECTORS
6.5.2 ADVANCING POWER-POLE TECHNOLOGY
6.5.3 ADVANCED MATERIAL ADOPTION FOR LIGHTWEIGHT AUTOMOTIVE DESIGN
6.6 TECHNOLOGY ANALYSIS
6.6.1 KEY TECHNOLOGIES
6.6.1.1 Recycling technology
6.6.2 COMPLEMENTARY TECHNOLOGIES
6.6.2.1 Compounding and reinforcement technologies
6.7 TRADE ANALYSIS
6.7.1 IMPORT SCENARIO (HS CODE 390760)
6.7.2 EXPORT SCENARIO (HS CODE 390760)
6.8 REGULATORY LANDSCAPE
6.8.1 REGULATORY BODIES, GOVERNMENT AGENCIES, AND OTHER ORGANIZATIONS
6.8.2 REGULATORY FRAMEWORK
6.8.2.1 Food contact laws
6.8.2.1.1 U.S. FDA (21 CFR §177.1630):
6.8.2.1.2 EU regulation no. 10/2011
6.8.2.1.3 China’s GB 4806.6-2016
6.8.2.1.4 Indian standard IS 12252:1987
6.8.2.2 Environmental protection laws
6.8.2.3 Recycling and sustainability laws
6.8.2.3.1 Plastic pollution reduction acts (Various US states)
6.8.2.3.2 European Union single-use plastics directive (Directive (EU) 2019/904)
6.8.2.3.3 Japan's containers and packaging recycling law (1995)
6.9 KEY CONFERENCES AND EVENTS, 2025
6.10 INVESTMENT AND FUNDING SCENARIO
6.11 PATENT ANALYSIS
6.11.1 METHODOLOGY
6.11.2 DOCUMENT TYPES
6.11.3 TOP APPLICANTS
6.11.4 JURISDICTION ANALYSIS
6.12 IMPACT OF AI/GEN AI ON PET & PBT RESIN MARKET
7 PET RESIN MARKET, BY TYPE
7.1 INTRODUCTION
7.2 TRANSPARENT & NON-TRANSPARENT PET
7.2.1 EFFECTIVE BARRIER AGAINST OXYGEN, WATER, CARBON DIOXIDE, AND NITROGEN FOR PACKAGED FOOD TO BOOST MARKET
7.3 RECYCLED PET
7.3.1 REUSE AS PACKAGING MATERIAL TO DRIVE MARKET
8 PET RESIN, BY APPLICATION
8.1 INTRODUCTION
8.2 BOTTLES
8.2.1 ENHANCEMENT OF QUALITY OF READY-TO-DRINK BEVERAGES AND FLAVORED WATER TO BOOST MARKET GROWTH
8.3 FILMS
8.3.1 DEMAND FOR FOOD AND NON-FOOD-FILM APPLICATIONS TO DRIVE MARKET
8.4 FOOD PACKAGING
8.4.1 CHEMICAL INERTNESS AND OTHER PHYSICAL PROPERTIES TO PROPEL MARKET
8.5 OTHER PET RESIN APPLICATIONS
9 PBT RESIN MARKET, BY APPLICATION
9.1 INTRODUCTION
9.2 ELECTRICAL & ELECTRONICS
9.2.1 CHEMICAL & ABRASION RESISTANCE AND FLAME RETARDANCE THROUGH ADDITIVES TO FUEL MARKET
9.3 AUTOMOTIVE
9.3.1 ELECTRICAL PROPERTIES, THERMAL STABILITY, AND SUPERIOR CHEMICAL RESISTANCE TO PROPEL MARKET
9.4 CONSUMER APPLIANCES
9.4.1 EXCELLENT CHEMICAL RESISTANCE, SURFACE QUALITY, AND DIMENSIONAL STABILITY TO DRIVE GROWTH
9.5 OTHER PBT RESIN APPLICATIONS
10 PET & PBT RESIN MARKET, BY REGION
10.1 INTRODUCTION
10.2 ASIA PACIFIC
10.2.1 CHINA
10.2.1.1 High demand for PET resin for bottles and PBT for electronics & electricals to boost market
10.2.2 INDIA
10.2.2.1 Rapidly growing automobile sector to drive market
10.2.3 SOUTH KOREA
10.2.3.1 Demand for PET bottles and electrical & electronics to drive market
10.2.4 JAPAN
10.2.4.1 Automotive industry to drive demand
10.2.5 THAILAND
10.2.5.1 Economic growth and tourism to fuel market
10.2.6 INDONESIA
10.2.6.1 Food packaging and bottles applications to drive demand
10.2.7 MALAYSIA
10.2.7.1 Rising demand for food packaging and bottled beverages to propel growth
10.3 NORTH AMERICA
10.3.1 US
10.3.1.1 Demand from automotive, aerospace, chemicals, and electronics sectors to boost market
10.3.2 CANADA
10.3.2.1 Automotive industry to boost market
10.3.3 MEXICO
10.3.3.1 Rising demand from electrical & electronics and automotive sectors to propel market
10.4 EUROPE
10.4.1 GERMANY
10.4.1.1 Large automotive and packaging sectors to drive market
10.4.2 FRANCE
10.4.2.1 Large automotive sector to boost market
10.4.3 UK
10.4.3.1 Demand across automotive, electronics, packaging, and consumer goods industries to propel market growth
10.4.4 ITALY
10.4.4.1 Significant growth of online shopping industry to drive demand
10.4.5 TURKEY
10.4.5.1 Growing automobile production to drive market growth
10.4.6 RUSSIA
10.4.6.1 Launch of 12 national projects to provide significant growth opportunities
10.5 SOUTH AMERICA
10.5.1 BRAZIL
10.5.1.1 Automotive industry to offer high-growth potential for PBT manufacturers
10.6 MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA
10.6.1 GCC COUNTRIES
10.6.1.1 Saudi Arabia
10.6.1.1.1 Rising demand for consumer goods and packaging industry to boost market
10.6.1.2 UAE
10.6.1.2.1 Government policies and R&D investments to drive market
10.6.2 SOUTH AFRICA
10.6.2.1 Low production costs and access to new markets to favor growth
11 COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
11.1 INTRODUCTION
11.2 KEY PLAYER STRATEGIES/RIGHT TO WIN
11.2.1 STRATEGIES ADOPTED BY KEY PET & PBT RESIN MANUFACTURERS, JANUARY 2019–JANUARY 2025
11.3 MARKET SHARE ANALYSIS, 2023
11.3.1 PET RESIN MARKET
11.3.2 PBT RESIN MARKET
11.4 REVENUE ANALYSIS OF TOP FIVE PLAYERS, 2019–2023
11.5 COMPANY EVALUATION MATRIX: KEY PLAYERS, 2023
11.5.1 STARS
11.5.2 EMERGING LEADERS
11.5.3 PERVASIVE PLAYERS
11.5.4 PARTICIPANTS
11.5.5 COMPANY FOOTPRINT: KEY PLAYERS, 2023
11.5.5.1 Company footprint
11.5.5.2 Region footprint
11.5.5.3 Type footprint
11.5.5.4 Application footprint
11.6 COMPANY EVALUATION MATRIX: STARTUPS/SMES, 2023
11.6.1 PROGRESSIVE COMPANIES
11.6.2 RESPONSIVE COMPANIES
11.6.3 DYNAMIC COMPANIES
11.6.4 STARTING BLOCKS
11.6.5 COMPETITIVE BENCHMARKING: STARTUPS/SMES, 2023
11.6.5.1 Detailed list of key startups/SMES
11.6.5.2 Competitive benchmarking of key startups/SMEs
11.7 BRAND/PRODUCT COMPARISON
11.8 COMPANY VALUATION AND FINANCIAL METRICS
11.9 COMPETITIVE SCENARIO
11.9.1 PRODUCT LAUNCHES
11.9.2 DEALS
11.9.3 EXPANSIONS
12 COMPANY PROFILES
12.1 MAJOR PLAYERS
12.1.1 INDORAMA VENTURES PUBLIC COMPANY LIMITED
12.1.1.1 Business overview
12.1.1.2 Products/Solutions/Services offered
12.1.1.3 Recent developments
12.1.1.3.1 Deals
12.1.1.3.2 Expansions
12.1.1.4 MnM view
12.1.1.4.1 Right to win
12.1.1.4.2 Strategic choices
12.1.1.4.3 Weaknesses and competitive threats
12.1.2 ALPEK S.A.B. DE C.V.
12.1.2.1 Business overview
12.1.2.2 Products/Solutions/Services offered
12.1.2.3 Recent developments
12.1.2.3.1 Product launches
12.1.2.3.2 Deals
12.1.2.4 MnM view
12.1.2.4.1 Right to win
12.1.2.4.2 Strategic choices
12.1.2.4.3 Weaknesses and competitive threats
12.1.3 SABIC
12.1.3.1 Business overview
12.1.3.2 Products/Solutions/Services offered
12.1.3.3 Recent developments
12.1.3.3.1 Product launches
12.1.3.4 MnM view
12.1.3.4.1 Right to win
12.1.3.4.2 Strategic choices
12.1.3.4.3 Weaknesses and competitive threats
12.1.4 BASF SE
12.1.4.1 Business overview
12.1.4.2 Products/Solutions/Services offered
12.1.4.3 Recent developments
12.1.4.3.1 Expansions
12.1.4.4 MnM view
12.1.4.4.1 Right to win
12.1.4.4.2 Strategic choices
12.1.4.4.3 Weaknesses and competitive threats
12.1.5 LOTTE CHEMICAL CORPORATION
12.1.5.1 Business overview
12.1.5.2 Products/Solutions/Services offered
12.1.5.3 Recent developments
12.1.5.3.1 Expansions
12.1.5.4 MnM view
12.1.5.4.1 Right to win
12.1.5.4.2 Strategic choices
12.1.5.4.3 Weaknesses and competitive threats
12.1.6 MITSUBISHI CHEMICAL GROUP CORPORATION
12.1.6.1 Business overview
12.1.6.2 Products/Solutions/Services offered
12.1.6.3 Recent developments
12.1.6.3.1 Product launches
12.1.7 JIANGSU SANFANGXIANG GROUP CO., LTD.
12.1.7.1 Business overview
12.1.7.2 Products/Solutions/Services offered
12.1.8 FAR EASTERN NEW CENTURY CORPORATION
12.1.8.1 Business overview
12.1.8.2 Products/Solutions/Services offered
12.1.8.3 Recent developments
12.1.8.3.1 Deals
12.1.8.3.2 Expansions
12.1.9 NAN YA PLASTICS CORPORATION
12.1.9.1 Business overview
12.1.9.2 Products/Solutions/Services offered
12.1.10 RELIANCE INDUSTRIES LIMITED
12.1.10.1 Business overview
12.1.10.2 Products/Solutions/Services offered
12.1.10.3 Recent developments
12.1.10.3.1 Expansions
12.2 OTHER PLAYERS
12.2.1 DUPONT DE NEMOURS, INC.
12.2.2 TORAY INDUSTRIES, INC.
12.2.3 LANXESS
12.2.4 CELANESE CORPORATION
12.2.5 CHANG CHUN GROUP
12.2.6 JBF INDUSTRIES LIMITED
12.2.7 EVONIK INDUSTRIES AG
12.2.8 SUMILON GROUP
12.2.9 MITSUI CHEMICALS, INC.
12.2.10 SK CHEMICALS
12.2.11 IWATANI CORPORATION
12.2.12 KOLON INDUSTRIES, INC.
12.2.13 HITEMP POLYMERS PVT. LTD.
12.2.14 GRUPA AZOTY S.A.
12.2.15 PLASTIPAK HOLDINGS, INC.
13 ADJACENT & RELATED MARKETS
13.1 INTRODUCTION
13.1.1 LIMITATIONS
13.2 RECYCLED PET MARKET
13.2.1 MARKET DEFINITION
13.2.2 MARKET OVERVIEW
13.2.3 RECYCLED PET MARKET, BY TYPE
13.2.4 RECYCLED PET MARKET, BY SOURCE
13.2.5 RECYCLED PET MARKET, BY APPLICATION
13.2.6 RECYCLED PET MARKET, BY RECYCLING TECHNIQUES
13.2.7 RECYCLED PET MARKET, BY REGION
14 APPENDIX
14.1 DISCUSSION GUIDE
14.2 KNOWLEDGESTORE: MARKETSANDMARKETS’ SUBSCRIPTION PORTAL
14.3 CUSTOMIZATION OPTIONS
14.4 RELATED REPORTS
14.5 AUTHOR DETAILS
This report covers combination of the global PET resin and PET resin market.
The important factors responsible for the growing demand of PET resin market are its light weight property, replacing traditional packaging materials, low cost compared to thermoset material, and the extensive availability of recycled beverage bottles.
Light weight, high insulation properties, dimensional stability, and cost-effectiveness compared to steel and aluminum are the driving factors for the growth of PBT market.
This report estimates the market size of PET & PBT resin market, both in terms of volume and value.
The PET resin market has been segmented on the basis of applications, such as bottles, films, food packaging, and others in terms of value and volume.
The PBT resin market has been segmented on the basis of end-use industries, such as automotive, electrical and electronics, consumer appliances, and others. Automotive applications include the consumption of PBT products used in the automotive industry. Electrical and electronics applications represent products used in automotive electronic and non-automotive electronic products.
Market drivers, restraints, opportunities, raw materials, and product price trends are discussed in detail.
Leading PET resin suppliers of this industry include Indorama Ventures (Thailand), Alpek (Mexico), M&G Chemicals (Luxembourg), SFX (China), FENC (Taiwan), Nanya Plastic (Taiwan), and Lotte Chemical (U.K.).
Leading PBT resin suppliers of this industry are Du Pont (U.S.), SABIC (Saudi Arabia), DSM (The Netherlands), Lanxess Corporation (Germany), Nanya Plastic (Taiwan), and Celanese Corporation (U.S.).
Geographical segmentation of the PET & PBT resin market divides it into four regions, namely, North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of the World.