GCC Elastomer Market

An elastomer is a type of polymer that is used for seals, adhesives, and molded flexible parts across several industries. Low Young’s modulus and high yield strain are fundamental properties of an elastomer as compared with other materials. Elastomers are cost-effective polymers that provide exceptional aesthetic appearance and support in improving the mechanical properties of materials by enhancing the permeability as well as thermal and chemical resistance. Elastomers may be thermosets or thermoplastic, called thermoplastic elastomers (TPEs). Thermoplastic elastomers are rubber-like compounds that offer superior electrical properties coupled with excellent toughness, flexibility, and surface aesthetics. Elastomers are primarily use in a variety of applications in different market segments such as Automotive, Building & Construction, Industrial, Electrical, Appliances, and Consumer Goods. The automotive industry segment holds the maximum contribution of elastomer supply in the GCC region.

Growth of the Elastomer market in the GCC region is driven by factors such as growth in the automobile segment coupled with the construction industry and consumer goods market, substantial infrastructure projects in the area, rapid urbanization. In addition, innovative and cutting edge designed High-performance thermoplastic elastomers are also positively impacting the growth of the market with the wide application of elastomers. The major demand for elastomer comes from the automobiles sector followed by construction which is also likely to drive the market. Growth in domestic manufacturing of elastomers and extensive usage of the thermoplastic elastomer in the medical area are also anticipated to boost the market growth. Instability in raw material prices are expected to restraints the growth of the market

GCC elastomers market is expected to show strong growth opportunities during the forecast years on account of increasing demand for automobile spare parts and significant expansion of construction, electronics sectors. GCC elastomers market overview also includes new product developments and elongation of medical applications for the elastomer. Properties such as low-temperature flexibility, bio-base, tensile strength, fungus and fluid resistance, , sterilization, and better translucency will increase the demand for elastomer in the medical industry. Also, Innovative products such as bio-based thermoplastic elastomers that allow the faster application of elastomers in the various industries are anticipated to spur the market growth.

Various notable players operating in the market, include Braskem SA, Saudi Arabia Basic Industries Corporation BASF SE, The Dow Chemical Company, Bayer AG, LyondellBasell Industries, ExxonMobil Corporation Ineos Group AG, Arkema S.A, DuPont, among others.

Key questions answered in this research report:

1- At what pace is Elastomer market growing? What will be the GCC Elastomer market forecast?
2- What are the key drivers and restraints in the current market? What will be the impact of drivers and restraints in the future?
3- What are the regional revenue and forecast breakdowns? Which are the major regional revenue pockets for growth in Elastomer and GCC Elastomer market size?
4- GCC Elastomer market outlook, application areas and how they are poised to grow?
5- GCC Elastomer market overview, industry analysis and scope of study?

Market Segmentation

By Product Type

o Thermoset Elastomers
• Nitrile rubber
• Ethylene Propylene
• Fluorocarbon Elastomers

o Thermoplastic Elastomer
• Styrenic block copolymers
• Polyolefin blends
• Elastomeric alloys
• Thermoplastic polyurethanes
• Other

By Application

• Tire and Tube
• Hoses
• Radiator Seals
• Conveyor Belts
• Molded Gaskets and Ducts
• Others

By End User

• Automotive Industry
• Consumer Goods
• Construction Industry
• Others

By Country

• UAE
As a part of customization
o By Product Type
o By Application
o By End User

• Saudi Arabia
As a part of customization
o By Product Type
o By Application
o By End User

• Qatar
As a part of customization
o By Product Type
o By Application
o By End User

• Oman
As a part of customization
o By Product Type
o By Application
o By End User

• Rest of GCC
As a part of customization
o By Product Type
o By Application
o By End User

Leading market players
• Braskem SA
• Saudi Arabia Basic Industries Corporation
• The Dow Chemical Company
• Bayer AG
• BASF SE,
• LyondellBasell Industries
• Ineos Group AG,
• Arkema S.A,
• DuPont
• ExxonMobil Corporation