Global Medium Molecular Weight Polyisobutylene Market Report, History and Forecast 2017-2028, Breakdown Data by Manufacturers, Key Regions, Types and Application

Medium molecular weight polyisobutylene’s average molecular weight ranges between 40,000 and 120,000 g/mol. Medium molecular weight polyisobutylene is employed as viscosity modifier, tack improver in adhesive formulations, and primary binder in caulking and sealing compounds. It is also used in fuel and lubricating oil additives. It is extensively used as a protective barrier in the adhesive industry. For instance, it is used where exposure to sunlight is a potential risk for sealants. Medium molecular weight polyisobutylene is employed in insulating glass sealants and roofing membranes in the construction industry. Furthermore, it is used in protective films or acoustic barriers in the automotive industry. Medium molecular weight polyisobutylene is also an essential ingredient in the production of chewing gums.
Market Analysis and Insights: Global Medium Molecular Weight Polyisobutylene Market
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the global Medium Molecular Weight Polyisobutylene market size is estimated to be worth US$ 162 million in 2021 and is forecast to a readjusted size of US$ 258.1 million by 2028 with a CAGR of 6.8% during the forecast period 2022-2028.
Global Medium Molecular Weight Polyisobutylene key players include BASF, Shandong Hongrui, Zhejiang Shunda, etc. Global top three manufacturers hold a share about 90%.
China is the largest market, with a share about 55%, followed by Europe, and North-East Asia (ex. China), both have a share over 40 percent.
In terms of product, Industrial Grade is the largest segment, with a share over 75%. And in terms of application, the largest application is Adhesives, followed by Sealants, Lubricants, Chewing gum, etc.
Global Medium Molecular Weight Polyisobutylene Scope and Market Size
The global Medium Molecular Weight Polyisobutylene market is segmented by region (country), company, by Type and by Application. Players, stakeholders, and other participants in the global Medium Molecular Weight Polyisobutylene market will be able to gain the upper hand as they use the report as a powerful resource. The segmental analysis focuses on sales, revenue and forecast by region (country), by Type and by Application for the period 2017-2028.
Segment by Type
Food Grade
Industrial Grade
Segment by Application
Adhesives
Sealants
By Company
BASF
ENEOS
Jilin Petrochemical（CNPC）
Shandong Hongrui
Zhejiang Shunda
By Region
North America
U.S.
Canada
Europe
Germany
France
U.K.
Italy
Russia
Asia-Pacific
China
Japan
South Korea
India
Australia
China Taiwan
Indonesia
Thailand
Malaysia
Latin America
Mexico
Brazil
Argentina
Middle East & Africa
Turkey
Saudi Arabia
UAE

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