The global sales of paper processing resins are anticipated to rise at a significant pace over the forecast period from 2022 to 2032. Demand in the market is mostly driven by increasing adoption of paper processing resins across paper a& pulp industry.
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Paper processing resins are substances used during the manufacturing process of paper with the aim of modifying its (paper’s) properties. Addition of these resins help manufacturers to enhance the properties such as hardness, strength, and barrier properties of paper. Rising demand for high strength paper across diverse end-use industries will continue to push the sales of paper processing resins during the forecast period.
Various materials including polyamides, polyacrylamide, acrylic resins etc. are being increasingly used as paper processing resins for the production of paper on account of their solvent resistance, mechanical stability, and excellent bonding properties. They are used as binders, dry strength resins or wet strength resins in paper & pulp industries.
Increasing adoption of paper processing resins for the production of various types of paper such as writing paper, kraft paper, printing paper, special paper etc. is projected to boost the growth of paper processing resins market in the future.
Moreover, rising focus on replacing plastic bags and other packaging materials with paper ones will further create growth opportunities for paper processing resin manufacturers during the forecast period.
Exponential growth of paper & pulp industry worldwide, increasing demand for variety of paper types with advanced features and increasing penetration of innovative paper manufacturing technologies are some of the major factors driving the global paper processing resins market.
Since its invention paper has become one of the most commonly utilized products that find its application in educational institutions, packaging industry, residential buildings, offices and numerous other applications. As the application area of paper continues to expand, manufacturers are increasingly shifting their focus towards producing high quality paper with versatile properties. They are integrating novel technologies and chemicals such as paper processing resins for this purpose. This in turn is providing a strong thrust to the growth of paper processing resins market and the trend is likely to continue in the future.
Paper processing resins have become standard additives for enhancing the properties such as mechanical strength and smoothness of paper. They are being increasingly utilized in the paper & pulp industry throughout the world.
With rising disposable income and growing focus towards improving the aesthetic features of residential buildings, people are spending large amounts on decorative paper such as wallpaper. This is acting as a catalyst for the growth of paper processing resins. Similarly, growing demand for paper wipes, paper napkins and sanitary paper from household and commercial applications will continue to support the growth of paper processing resins.
Furthermore, rapid expansion of education industry across the world is anticipated to push the sales of paper processing resins in the future. Annually millions of tonnes of paper are being utilized for educational purposes.
Although sales of paper processing resins are rising at a healthy pace, there are numerous obstacles likely to pose a challenge to market growth. Rise of digital media and communication is perhaps emerging as a major factor restraining the growth of paper processing resins market.
Various paper mills are shutting down their activities due to the rapid shift from print to digital means of communication. Today, the younger generation is more inclined towards using digital materials over printed ones. This has significantly reduced the demand for paper processing resins.
According to Future Market Insights, the paper processing resins market in Asia Pacific is projected to growth at a faster CAGR over the assessment period. Growth in the market is driven by expansion of paper & pulp industry, favorable government support, rapidly rising population and increasing demand for high quality paper from diverse end use applications.
Asia Pacific is the top paper and pulp producing region in the world. The region is witnessing enormous demand for a variety of paper types from diverse end use verticals. It is gradually being substituted for plastic items such as bags, wrappers etc.
Countries like China and India have become ideal destinations for paper processing resins due to heavy production of paper. According to the WorldAtlas, China is the leading producer of paper in the world. The annual paper and pulp production in the country is around 99.3 million tons.
Factors such as availability of raw materials at cheaper prices, growing demand for paper products like paper wipes, paper napkins etc., and growing paper export business will further boost the sales of paper processing resins across Asia Pacific region.
Currently North America remains the top leader in the global processing resins market owing to the rising demand for special and decorative paper, presence of leading market players, well established paper industry and adoption of modern paper manufacturing technologies across industries. However, the region is anticipated to lose its grip in the market as a result of the rapid shift towards digital media.
The market is mainly dominated by countries such as the United States and Canada. These countries are the biggest paper producers in the western hemisphere. As per the WorldAtlas report, with around 75 million tons annual paper and pulp production, the U.S. is the second largest paper producing country in the world.
Paper manufacturers across the region are increasingly utilizing paper processing resins to improve the quality of paper and impart different additional characteristics to its content. Growing demand for high quality paper across packaging, educational and residential sectors will continue to generate growth prospects for paper processing resins across the North American region in the future.
Some of the key participants present in the global paper processing resins market include DIC CORPORATION, Chang Chun Group, Melamin Kemicna tovarna d.d. Kocevje, Vertex Chem Private Limited, Wacker Chemie AG, Royal DSM, DowDupont Inc., Nissin Chemicals Co., Ltd, Sumitomo Corporation among others.
These key market players are increasingly focusing on growth strategies such as new product launches, establishment of new facilities in attractive regions and strengthening of distribution channels.
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Growth Rate | CAGR of XX% from 2022 to 2032 |
Base Year for Estimation | 2021 |
Historical Data | 2015-2020 |
Forecast Period | 2022-2032 |
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As per FMI, Asia Pacific will emerge as the most opportunistic market for paper processing resins market during the forecast period.
Chang Chun Group, Melamin Kemicna tovarna d.d. Kocevje, Vertex Chem Private Limited, DIC CORPORATION, Wacker Chemie AG, Royal DSM, DowDupont Inc., Nissin Chemicals Co., Ltd, Sumitomo Corporation are some prominent paper processing resins manufacturers
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