Research and Markets: Overview of the Global Market for Aliphatic Polyester Polyols.DUBLIN, Ireland -- Essential Analysis of the Aliphatic aliphatic /al·i·phat·ic/ (al?i-fat´ik) pertaining to any member of one of the two major groups of organic compounds, those with a straight or branched chain structure. al·i·phat·ic adj. Polyester polyester, synthetic fiber, produced by the polymerization of the product formed when an alcohol and organic acid react. The outstanding characteristic of polyesters is their ability to resist wrinkling and to spring back into shape when creased. Polyols Industry Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com) has announced the addition of Overview of the Global Market for Aliphatic Polyester Polyols to their offering. We are pleased to announce the publication of our latest report for the polyurethane polyurethane Any of a class of very versatile polymers that are made into flexible and rigid foams, fibres, elastomers (elastic polymers), surface coatings, and adhesives. industry, analysing the consumption of adipate-based, aliphatic polyester polyols, within the major end-use markets across the world. Figures are based upon 2001 production of polyurethane products and associated polyester polyol consumption. Total global production capacity of these polyester polyols is reported to be in excess of 1.1 million tonnes, accounting for nearly 25% of world's total polyurethane polyol capacity, which is estimated to be 4.8 million tonnes. Geographical coverage of this report includes data for production and consumption in the following major markets: - Western Europe Western Europe The countries of western Europe, especially those that are allied with the United States and Canada in the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (established 1949 and usually known as NATO). - Central & Eastern Europe Eastern Europe The countries of eastern Europe, especially those that were allied with the USSR in the Warsaw Pact, which was established in 1955 and dissolved in 1991. - North America North America, third largest continent (1990 est. pop. 365,000,000), c.9,400,000 sq mi (24,346,000 sq km), the northern of the two continents of the Western Hemisphere. - South America South America, fourth largest continent (1991 est. pop. 299,150,000), c.6,880,000 sq mi (17,819,000 sq km), the southern of the two continents of the Western Hemisphere. - Asia-Pacific (inc. Japan & China) - Middle East & Africa This report reviews the consumption of polyester polyols by the following major end-use markets: - PU Flexible Foam - Slabstock & Moulded - PU Elastomers - Solid Microcellular & TPUs - PU Coatings - PU Adhesives & Sealants - Synthetic Leather Published figures and industry estimates for production of end-use products are given where available, in order to substantiate To establish the existence or truth of a particular fact through the use of competent evidence; to verify. For example, an Eyewitness might be called by a party to a lawsuit to substantiate that party's testimony. market figures for polyol demand Brief technical and commercial information is provided within the report for each end-use market. A directory listing the main raw material producers and formulators of polyester polyols and systems is also included. Major end-users are listed and when known, figures for their estimated production levels and associated polyester polyol consumption are given. Market Trends and Influences: Production of these polyols in Asia in one of the fastest growing sectors in the polyurethane industry. Demand in the region is driven by use in synthetic leather and shoe soles, with many producers having captive polyol production The adhesives, sealants, paints and coatings industries are largely supplied by systems houses, some of whom have an in-house supply of polyester polyols. The quality of the polyols supplied to these applications is critical and demands higher prices. Between 1998- 2000 the aliphatic polyester polyols business was profitable with profit margins of around 10%, however, the material is now more or less a commodity with margins well below 5%. The low profit margins are expected to squeeze some of the smaller independent producers out of business. All polyols manufacturers are looking to increase sales volumes and reduce their fixed costs fixed costs, n.pl the costs that do not change to meet fluctuations in enrollment or in use of services (e.g., salaries, rent, business license fees, and depreciation). . This trend started in the slabstock sector and has now spread to the footwear sector Polyol prices bear little connection to raw material and manufacturing costs, they are dictated by the large foam producers who are in turn under the control of their customers in the furniture, construction, appliance and automotive industries Automotive Industries, Ltd. (Hebrew: תעשיות רכב נצרת עלית, תע"ר Production of polyester foam in Asia remains limited to more technically advanced countries such as Japan and South Korea, however, the large and growing demand in the disposable nappy disposable nappy n → pañal m desechable disposable nappy disposable (Brit) n → Papierwindel f and bra markets is expected to ensure production starts in China in the near future This report contains detailed analysis and discussion under the following headings: 1. INTRODUCTION 2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY AND FORECASTS 3. GLOBAL PRODUCTION OF POLYESTER POLYOLS 4. GLOBAL CONSUMPTION OF POLYESTER POLYOLS 5. DIRECTORY OF MAJOR GLOBAL PRODUCERS OF POLYESTER POLYOLS 6. SOURCES OF INFORMATION For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c3315 |
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