According to the report, the global polyethylene terephthalate industry generated $30.3 billion in 2022, and is anticipated to generate $54.4 billion by 2032, witnessing a CAGR of 6.1% from 2023 to 2032. 

Prime determinants of growth 

The global polyethylene terephthalate market is driven by factors such as the surge in demand for packaged food and beverages along with the rising demand for sustainable packaging. However, the increase in crude oil prices used to produce virgin plastics coupled with the fluctuation in raw material prices, are expected to hamper the global PET market's growth.  Nevertheless, technological advancements in polyethylene terephthalate production coupled with increasing demand for polyethylene terephthalate in the automotive and electrical & electronics industry are expected to offer lucrative opportunities for market growth in the coming years. 

The virgin segment to maintain its lead position during the forecast period 

Based on type, the virgin segment accounted for the largest share in 2022, contributing to around three-fourths of the global polyethylene terephthalate market revenue, and is projected to maintain its lead position during the forecast period. Virgin polyethylene terephthalate is made from a petrochemical feedstock, including crude oil or natural gas, which has never been used or processed before. It offers exceptional properties, such as it is non-reactive to food and water and is shatterproof, due to which it is extensively used in flexible packaging applications. The rising technological innovations in packaging applications are anticipated to drive the demand for virgin polyethylene terephthalate during the forecast period. Moreover, the recycled segment would cite the fastest CAGR of 6.3% from 2023 to 2032. 

The packaging segment to maintain its lead position during the forecast period 

Based on application, the packaging segment accounted for the largest share in 2022, contributing to nearly three-fourths of the global polyethylene terephthalate market revenue, and is projected to maintain its lead position during the forecast period. Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET) is widely used for producing sheets & films owing to its physical, optical, thermal, mechanical, and chemical properties. Non-oriented PET sheets can be thermoformed to produce packaging blisters and trays. Other packaging applications include bottles, microwavable containers, rigid cosmetic jars, and transparent films. The construction segment on the other hand, is projected to display the highest CAGR of 6.6% during the forecast period. 

Asia-Pacific to maintain its dominance by 2032 

Based on region, Asia-Pacific held the highest market share in terms of revenue in 2022, accounting for around one-third of the global polyethylene terephthalate market revenue and is likely to dominate the market during the forecast period. The same region is projected to grow at a CAGR of 6.5% from 2023 to 2032. The polyethylene terephthalate market in Asia-Pacific is witnessing growth due to a rise in the food & beverage industry. Besides, there is an increasing demand for ready-to-cook, packaged, ready-to-eat food, and a range of beverages. Polyethylene terephthalate is an essential material utilized for packaging these food & beverages. 

Leading Market Players: - 

  • RTP COMPANY 
  • BASF SE 
  • DUPONT 
  • DSM 
  • LOTTE CHEMICAL CORPORATION 
  • INDORAMA VENTURES PUBLIC COMPANY LIMITED 
  • SABIC 
  • LANXESS 
  • NAN YA PLASTICS CORPORATION 
  • LYONDELLBASELL INDUSTRIES HOLDINGS B.V. 

The report provides a detailed analysis of these key players in the global polyethylene terephthalate market. These players have adopted different strategies such as new product launches, collaborations, expansion, joint ventures, agreements, and others to increase their market share and maintain dominant shares in different regions. The report is valuable in highlighting business performance, operating segments, product portfolio, and strategic moves of market players to showcase the competitive scenario.