Global Building and Construction Plastics Market is estimated to be valued at USD 125.99 Bn in 2025 and is expected to reach USD 175.05 Bn by 2032, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.8% from 2025 to 2032.
Report Coverage
Report Details
Base Year:
2024
Market Size in 2025:
USD 125.99 Bn
Historical Data for:
2020 To 2024
Forecast Period:
2025 To 2032
Forecast Period 2025 to 2032 CAGR:
4.80%
2032 Value Projection:
USD 175.05 Bn
Figure. Building And Construction Plastics Market Share (%), By Region 2025
The building and construction industry has witnessed significant growth over the past few decades. Rapid urbanization, growing population, and rising per capita income are some of the major factors boosting residential and commercial construction activities globally. Plastics have emerged as an indispensable material for the building and construction sector owing to their lightweight, durable, and affordable nature.
Market Dynamics
The global building and construction plastics market growth is driven by robust growth in residential and commercial building projects around the world. Rapid urbanization and rising disposable income have increased demand for new residential units especially in developing economies. Meanwhile, increasing commercial and office spaces owing to growing industries and service sectors are further boosting the use of plastics in construction. However, strict environmental regulations regarding plastic waste disposal and recycling may hinder the market growth to some extent. On the other hand, innovations towards bio-based and recycled content plastics are expected to create new opportunities in the building and construction plastics industry over the forecast period. Properties like corrosion resistance, insulation, and flexibility make plastics highly suitable for various construction applications including pipes, insulation, fittings, doors, and windows. Moreover, advancements in plastic manufacturing technologies have led to the development of high-performance plastics with enhanced structural properties. Thus, the global building and construction plastics market is expected to witness profitable growth in the coming years on account of rising infrastructure investments and the favorable properties of plastics.
Key features of the study
This report provides in-depth analysis of the global building and construction plastics market, and provides market size (USD Bn) and compound annual growth rate (CAGR%) for the forecast period (2025-2032), considering 2024 as the base year
It elucidates potential revenue opportunities across different segments and explains attractive investment proposition matrices for this market
This study also provides key insights about market drivers, restraints, opportunities, new product launches or approval, market trends, regional outlook, and competitive strategies adopted by key players
It profiles key players in the global building and construction plastics market based on the following parameters - company highlights, products portfolio, key highlights, financial performance, and strategies
Key companies covered as a part of this study include BASF, DuPont, Dow, LG Chem, SABIC, Arkema, LyondellBasell Industries Holdings B.V., Borealis AG, Solvay, Evonik Industries AG, Covestro AG, Eastman Chemical Company, Huntsman Corporation, Teknor Apex, and Avient Corporation
Insights from this report would allow marketers and the management authorities of the companies to make informed decisions regarding their future product launches, type up-gradation, market expansion, and marketing tactics
The global building and construction plastics market report caters to various stakeholders in this industry including investors, suppliers, product manufacturers, distributors, new entrants, and financial analysts
Stakeholders would have ease in decision-making through various strategy matrices used in analyzing the global building and construction plastics market
Market Segmentation
By Product Type Insights (Revenue, USD Bn, 2019 - 2032)
Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)
Polystyrene (PS)
Polyurethanes (PU)
Polyethylene (PE)
Polypropylene (PP)
Others
By Application Insights (Revenue, USD Bn, 2019 - 2032)
Pipes & Ducts
Insulation
Roofing
Doors
Windows
Others
Regional Insights (Revenue, USD Bn, 2019 - 2032)
North America
U.S.
Canada
Latin America
Brazil
Argentina
Mexico
Rest of Latin America
Europe
Germany
U.K.
Spain
France
Italy
Russia
Rest of Europe
Asia Pacific
China
India
Japan
Australia
South Korea
ASEAN
Rest of Asia Pacific
Middle East
GCC Countries
Israel
Rest of Middle East
Africa
South Africa
North Africa
Central Africa
Key Players Insights
BASF
DuPont
Dow
LG Chem
SABIC
Arkema
LyondellBasell Industries Holdings B.V.
Borealis AG
Solvay
Evonik Industries AG
Covestro AG
Eastman Chemical Company
Huntsman Corporation
Teknor Apex
Avient Corporation
Table of Contents
1. Research Objectives and Assumptions
Research Objectives
Assumptions
Abbreviations
2. Market Purview
Report Description
Market Definition and Scope
Executive Summary
Market Snippet, By Product Type
Market Snippet, By Application
Market Snippet, By Region
Coherent Opportunity Map (COM)
3. Market Dynamics, Regulations, and Trends Analysis
Market Dynamics
Drivers
Restraints
PEST Analysis
PORTER's Five Forces Analysis
Market Opportunities
Regulatory Scenario
Key Developments
Industry Trend
4. Global Building and Construction Plastics Market - Impact of Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic
Overview
Factors Affecting the Global Building and Construction Plastics Market - COVID-19
Impact Analysis
5. Global Building and Construction Plastics Market, By Product Type, 2020-2032, (USD Bn)
Introduction
Market Share Analysis, 2025, 2028, and 2032 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2021 - 2032
Segment Trends
Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)
Market Share Analysis, 2025, 2028, and 2032 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2021 - 2032
Segment Trends
Polystyrene (PS)
Market Share Analysis, 2025, 2028, and 2032 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2021 - 2032
Segment Trends
Polyurethanes (PU)
Market Share Analysis, 2025, 2028, and 2032 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2021 - 2032
Segment Trends
Polyethylene (PE)
Market Share Analysis, 2025, 2028, and 2032 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2021 - 2032
Segment Trends
Polypropylene (PP)
Market Share Analysis, 2025, 2028, and 2032 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2021 - 2032
Segment Trends
Others
Market Share Analysis, 2025, 2028, and 2032 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2021 - 2032
Segment Trends
6. Global Building and Construction Plastics Market, By Application, 2020-2032, (USD Bn)
Introduction
Market Share Analysis, 2025, 2028, and 2032 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2021 - 2032
Segment Trends
Pipes & Ducts
Market Share Analysis, 2025, 2028, and 2032 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2021 - 2032
Segment Trends
Insulation
Market Share Analysis, 2025, 2028, and 2032 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2021 - 2032
Segment Trends
Roofing
Market Share Analysis, 2025, 2028, and 2032 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2021 - 2032
Segment Trends
Doors
Market Share Analysis, 2025, 2028, and 2032 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2021 - 2032
Segment Trends
Windows
Market Share Analysis, 2025, 2028, and 2032 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2021 - 2032
Segment Trends
Others
Market Share Analysis, 2025, 2028, and 2032 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, 2021 - 2032
Segment Trends
7. Global Building and Construction Plastics Market, By Region, 2020-2032, (USD Bn)
Introduction
Market Share Analysis, By Region, 2025, 2028, and 2032 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, For Region, 2021 - 2032
North America
Market Share Analysis, By Country, 2025, 2028 and 2032 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, For Region, 2021 - 2032
Market Size and Forecast, By Product Type, 2020- 2032, (USD Bn)
Market Size and Forecast, By Application, 2020- 2032, (USD Bn)
Market Size and Forecast, By Country, 2020- 2032, (USD Bn)
U.S.
Canada
Latin America
Market Share Analysis, By Country, 2025, 2028 and 2032 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, For Region, 2021 - 2032
Market Size and Forecast, By Product Type, 2020- 2032, (USD Bn)
Market Size and Forecast, By Application, 2020- 2032, (USD Bn)
Market Size and Forecast, By Country, 2020- 2032, (USD Bn)
Brazil
Argentina
Mexico
Rest of Latin America
Europe
Market Share Analysis, By Country, 2025, 2028 and 2032 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, For Region, 2021 - 2032
Market Size and Forecast, By Product Type, 2020- 2032, (USD Bn)
Market Size and Forecast, By Application, 2020- 2032, (USD Bn)
Market Size and Forecast, By Country, 2020- 2032, (USD Bn)
U.K.
Germany
Italy
France
Spain
Russia
Rest of Europe
Asia Pacific
Market Share Analysis, By Country, 2025, 2028 and 2032 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, For Region, 2021 - 2032
Market Size and Forecast, By Product Type, 2020- 2032, (USD Bn)
Market Size and Forecast, By Application, 2020- 2032, (USD Bn)
Market Size and Forecast, By Country, 2020- 2032, (USD Bn)
China
India
Japan
ASEAN
Australia
South Korea
Rest of Asia Pacific
Middle East
Market Share Analysis, By Country, 2025, 2028 and 2032 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, For Region, 2021 - 2032
Market Size and Forecast, By Product Type, 2020- 2032, (USD Bn)
Market Size and Forecast, By Application, 2020- 2032, (USD Bn)
Market Size and Forecast, By Country, 2020- 2032, (USD Bn)
GCC Countries
Israel
Rest of Middle East
Africa
Market Share Analysis, By Country, 2025, 2028 and 2032 (%)
Y-o-Y Growth Analysis, For Region, 2021 - 2032
Market Size and Forecast, By Product Type, 2020- 2032, (USD Bn)
Market Size and Forecast, By Application, 2020- 2032, (USD Bn)
Market Size and Forecast, By Country/Region, 2020- 2032, (USD Bn)