Global Antimony-Based and Antimony-Free Catalyst for Polyester Market Research Report by Type, by Application, by End-Use Industry, and by Region Forecast till 2032
Global Antimony-Based and Antimony-Free Catalyst for Polyester Market Research Report by Type (Antimony Trioxide, Antimony Triacetate, Antimony Glycolate, Others), by Application [Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET) (Fibers, Bottles and Containers, Films and Sheets, Others), Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT) (Automotive Parts, Electrical and Electronics, Industrial & Mechanical Equipment) Others], by End-Use Industry (Textile, Packaging, Automotive, Electrical & Electronics, Industrial Machinery, Consumer Goods, Medical & Healthcare, Building & Construction, Others), and by Region (North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, South America, Middle East & Africa) Forecast till 2032
Industry Overview
The antimony-based polyester market was valued at USD 493,284.8 thousand in 2023, with an expected growth rate of 4.5% annually between 2024 and 2032. In 2023, the antimony-free catalyst for polyester market was valued at USD 177,285.4 thousand, with an expected annual growth rate of 6.7% between 2024 and 2032. In the making of polyester, the use of catalysts is necessary to accelerate the polymerization process, and these accelerators can be either antimony-based or antimony-free. Antimony-based catalysts are primarily being used since they have a long record of being very efficient and very compatible with large industrial processes. Nevertheless, in order to be able to comply with environmental regulations and to be able to keep the residue of heavy metals in end products at a low level, antimony-free catalysts such as titanium and germanium are becoming more and more popular.
Global antimony-based and antimony-free catalyst for the polyester market almost always relies on catalysts. Antimony-based catalysts are the most efficient due to their stability at high temperatures and their suitability for large-scale manufacturing, making them essential globally, especially in clothing and packaging industries where polyester demand is rising. The resulting polyester has improved strength, optical clarity, and performance quality. However, these benefits are somewhat offset by health and environmental concerns related to antimony residues in PET packaging.
Regulatory agencies like the WHO, EPA, and EU have set acceptable limits, prompting research into alternative systems, particularly those based on titanium and germanium. The supply of antimony is under strain, with China controlling about 48% of global output. Recent reductions in production, driven by environmental and policy restrictions, have caused price fluctuations. Despite this, demand for PET-especially in packaging remains a primary growth driver. This expansion allows for the gradual adoption of alternatives, but antimony-based catalysts will continue to be a key part of cost-sensitive and high-volume manufacturing.
Industry Segmentations
Antimony triacetate, antimony glycolate, antimony trioxide, and others are part of the types of global antimony-based catalysts. Conversely, the antimony-free catalyst for the polyester market is segmented into titanium-based catalysts, germanium-based catalysts, aluminum-based catalysts, zirconium-based catalysts, phosphorus-based catalysts, organic catalysts, and others.
The global antimony-based and antimony-free catalyst for the polyester market is divided by application, comprising polyethylene terephthalate (PET), polybutylene terephthalate (PBT), and others. PET is further segmented into fibres, bottles and containers, and others, while PBT is also divided into automotive parts, electrical and electronics, industrial & mechanical equipment.
Depending on the end-use industry, the global market is classified into textile, packaging, automotive, electrical & electronics, industrial machinery, consumer goods, medical & healthcare, building & construction, and others.
Regional Analysis
The polyester catalyst market in North America is largely supported by the sustained demand coming from the packaging, automotive, and textile industries. PET bottles and films are the leading packaging products, with recycled PET becoming one of the most important themes for brands. Automobile manufacturers use polyester composites to lighten the vehicle's weight, which is a very desirable feature in today's market. The building industry also employs polyester-based materials for insulation and energy-saving designs.
The regional market of Europe is distinguished by a great deal of regulatory oversight and the highest levels of recycling commitment. The environmental directives put forth by the European Union (EU) are making manufacturers eager to use catalysts that are efficient while at the same time compliant with the set standards. The growing demand for PET in packaging among other things is pushing brands to invest more in closed-loop systems. The textile and automotive sectors in the area are also facilitating the use of lightweight, high-quality polyester materials.
Asia Pacific is the leader of the global market and is known for its large polyester production capacity, specifically in places like China and India. The combination of large-scale operations and low costs make China the leader globally. The rapid growth of Indian textile and packaging industry is generating more catalyst suppliers' opportunities. These trends will be further strengthened by the continuous urbanization and rising disposable incomes which will create more demand for polyester-based products.
The South American polyester market is developing and the area where Brazil is not far behind in both the textile and packaging applications is the leader. Food and beverage packaging, mainly PET bottles, is gaining the most out of the growth areas. The use of polyester composites in automotive parts and construction materials is also becoming more widespread. These patterns are supported by the rise of cities and the coming of infrastructure.
MEA is improving its polyester market along with packaging, textile, and construction industries. The use of PET bottles and containers is rising rapidly in food and beverage packaging. Countries of Northern Africa are still major textile mills that use polyester to make their products of various applications. Developers and auto industries are incorporating polyester composites into their products because they are durable and cost-effective.
Key Players
Major players in the global antimony-based and antimony-free catalyst for polyester market are Dorf Ketal, Zhejiang Lixing Technology Co., Ltd., FUJIFILM Wako Pure Chemical Corporation, SAKAI CHEMICAL INDUSTRY CO. LTD., Borica Co., Ltd., Mitsubishi Chemical Group, Yiyang City Huachang Antimony Industry Co., Ltd., AMG Antimony SICA, Suzuhiro Chemical Co., Ltd., Matrix (Guangzhou) Metamaterials Co., Ltd., Toyobo, Alfa Chemistry, Campine, Nihon Seiko Co., Ltd., Catalynt, W.R. Grace & Co., American Elements, and Tosoh Corporation.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY (GLOBAL ANTIMONY-BASED CATALYSTS FOR POLYESTERS MARKET)
2 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY (GLOBAL ANTIMONY-FREE CATALYSTS FOR POLYESTERS MARKET)
3 MARKET INTRODUCTION
3.1 DEFINITION
3.2 SCOPE OF THE STUDY
3.3 RESEARCH OBJECTIVE
3.4 MARKET STRUCTURE
4 RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
4.1 OVERVIEW
4.2 DATA FLOW
4.2.1 DATA MINING PROCESS
4.3 PURCHASED DATABASE:
4.4 SECONDARY SOURCES:
4.4.1 SECONDARY RESEARCH DATA FLOW:
4.5 PRIMARY RESEARCH:
4.5.1 PRIMARY RESEARCH DATA FLOW:
4.5.2 PRIMARY RESEARCH: NUMBER OF INTERVIEWS CONDUCTED
4.5.3 PRIMARY RESEARCH: REGIONAL COVERAGE
4.6 APPROACHES FOR MARKET SIZE ESTIMATION:
4.6.1 CONSUMPTION & NET TRADE APPROACH
4.6.2 REVENUE ANALYSIS APPROACH
4.7 DATA FORECASTING. 59
4.7.1 DATA FORECASTING TECHNIQUE
4.8 DATA MODELING
4.8.1 MICROECONOMIC FACTOR ANALYSIS:
4.8.2 DATA MODELING:
4.9 TEAMS AND ANALYST CONTRIBUTION
5 MARKET DYNAMICS (GLOBAL ANTIMONY-BASED CATALYSTS FOR POLYESTERS MARKET)
5.1 INTRODUCTION
5.2 DRIVERS
5.2.1 GROWING TEXTILE DEMAND
5.2.2 HIGH CATALYTIC ACTIVITY AND PROCESS COMPATIBILITY
5.3 RESTRAINTS
5.3.1 CONCERNS OVER HEAVY METAL RESIDUES IN PET
5.3.2 SUPPLY CHAIN VOLATILITY AND DEPENDENCY ON CHINA
5.4 OPPORTUNITY
5.4.1 RISING DEMAND FOR PET IN PACKAGING INDUSTRY
6 MARKET DYNAMICS (GLOBAL ANTIMONY-FREE CATALYSTS FOR POLYESTERS MARKET)
6.1 INTRODUCTION
6.2 DRIVERS
6.2.1 GROWING DEMAND FOR HIGH-PURITY AND FOOD-GRADE POLYESTER
6.2.2 INCREASED USE OF TITANIUM-BASED CATALYSTS
6.3 RESTRAINTS
6.3.1 HIGHER COSTS COMPARED TO ANTIMONY-BASED CATALYSTS
6.3.2 LIMITED AVAILABILITY OF KEY RAW MATERIALS
6.4 OPPORTUNITY
6.4.1 DEVELOPMENT OF ANTIMONY-FREE ORGANIC CATALYSTS
6.4.2 EXPANDING APPLICATIONS IN ELECTRONICS, AUTOMOTIVE, AND TEXTILES
6.5 IMPACT ANALYSIS OF COVID-19
7 MARKET FACTOR ANALYSIS
7.1 SUPPLY/VALUE CHAIN ANALYSIS
7.1.1 PARTICIPANTS
7.1.1.1 RAW MATERIAL ANALYSIS
7.1.1.1.1 RAW MATERIAL SELECTION & PROCUREMENT
7.1.1.1.2 QUALITY AND PURITY STANDARDS
7.1.1.1.3 LIST OF RAW MATERIAL SUPPLIERS (COMPANY NAME, HEADQUARTERS, CONTACT DETAILS)
7.1.1.2 MANUFACTURERS/SUPPLIERS
7.1.1.2.1 PRODUCTION PROCESS
7.1.1.2.2 LIST OF ANTIMONY-BASED CATALYSTS MANUFACTURERS/SUPPLIERS (COMPANY NAME, HEADQUARTERS, CONTACT DETAILS, REVENUE, END-USE) *
7.1.1.2.3 LIST OF ANTIMONY-FREE CATALYSTS MANUFACTURERS/SUPPLIERS (COMPANY NAME, HEADQUARTERS, CONTACT DETAILS, REVENUE, END-USE)*
7.1.1.3 DISTRIBUTORS
7.1.1.3.1 LOGISTICS
7.1.1.3.2 SALES AND MARKETING STRATEGIES
7.1.1.3.3 LIST OF DISTRIBUTORS (COMPANY NAME, HEADQUARTERS, CONTACT DETAILS)