The polyamide resin market in the global composites industry is expected to reach an estimated $6.4 billion by 2021 and it is forecast to grow at a CAGR of 5.4% from 2016 to 2021. The major drivers for the growth of this market are growing demand for thermoplastics with high thermal stability in under-hood applications and increas

ing focus of automotive OEMs to reduce weight without compromising vehicle performance. 
 

Emerging trends which have a direct impact on the dynamics of polyamide resin in composites industry include the increasing use of post-consumer recycled polyamide resins, increasing use of bio based

resins for various applications, and growing inter-material competition.  
 

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The study includes a forecast for the growth opportunities in the polyamide resin market in the global composites industry by end use application, product form, PA grades, and region, as follows: 
 

Polyamide resin in composites market by end use application [Volume (M lbs) and Value ($ Million) from 2010 to 2021]: 

Polyamide resin in composites market by product form [volume (M lbs) and Value ($ Million) from 2010 to 2021]:

Polyamide resin in composites market by PA grade [volume (M lbs) in 2015]:

Polyamide resin in composites market by region [volume (M lbs) and Value ($ Million) from 2010 to 2021]:

BASF, DuPont, DSM, Solvay, and LANXESS are among the major suppliers of polyamide resin in composites market. 
 

On the basis of comprehensive research, Lucintel forecasts that the transportation segment is expected to show above average growth during the forecast period of 2016 to 2021. 
 

Within the polyamide resin in the global composites industry, the transportation segment is expected to remain the largest application by value and volume. Expected increase in global automotive production and increasing demand for high temperature thermoplastics in under-hood applications are the major driving forces that spur growth for this segment over the forecast period. 
 

The Rest of the World (including Asia Pacific) is expected to remain the largest market for polyamide resin consumption for composite applications. 

Some of the features of this report:

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• Market size estimates: Growth opportunities for polyamide resin in the global composites industry in terms of value ($ Mil) and volume (M lbs.) shipment
• Trend and forecast analysis: Polyamide resin in the global composites industry trend (2010-2015) and forecast (2016-2021) by region and segment
• Segmentation analysis: : Polyamide resin in the global composites industry size from 2010 to 2021 by end use application, product types, and PA grade types.
• Regional analysis: Polyamide resin in the global composites industry breakdown by key regions of North America, Europe, and the Rest of the World (Including Asia Pacific).
• Growth opportunities: Analysis on growth opportunities in different applications, product type, and regions.
• Strategic analysis: This includes M&A, new product development, competitive landscape, and expansion strategies of polyamide resin in the global composites industry suppliers.
• Emerging applications: Emerging applications of the polyamide resin in the global composites industry.
• Analysis of the competitive intensity of the industry based on Porter’s Five Forces model.

Table of Contents

1. Executive Summary

 

2. Industry Background and Classifications

2.1: Introduction

2.2: Industry Classification

2.3: Supply Chain

 

3. Market Trends and Forecast Analysis

3.1: Market Analysis 2015

3.1.1: Polyamide Resin Market in the Global Composites Industry by End Use Application

3.1.2: Polyamide Resin Market in the Global Composites Industry by Polyamide Resin Grade

3.1.3: Polyamide Resin Market in the Global Composites Industry by Product Form

3.1.4: Polyamide Resin Market in the Global Composites Industry by Region

3.2: Market Trends from 2010 to 2015

3.2.1: Macroeconomic Trends

3.2.2: Trends of the Polyamide Resin Market in Global Composites Industry by Value and Volume

3.2.3: Industry Drivers and Challenges

3.3: Market Forecast 2016-2021

3.3.1: Macroeconomic Forecast

3.3.2: Forecast for Polyamide Resin Market in the Global Composites Industry

4. Competitor Analysis

4.1: Product Portfolio Analysis

4.2: Geographical Reach

4.3: Operational Integration

4.4: Porter’s Five Forces Analysis

 

5. Growth Opportunities and Strategic Analysis

5.1: Analysis of Growth Opportunities

5.2: Innovations in Polyamide Resin Market for Composites Industry

5.3: Emerging Trends of Polyamide Resin Market in the Global Composites Industry

5.4: Strategic Analysis

5.4.1: New Product Development

5.4.2: Capacity Expansion in Polyamide Resin in the Global Composites Industry

5.4.3: Certification and Licensing

5.4.4: Mergers and Acquisitions in Polyamide Resin Market in the Global Composites Industry

 

6. Company Profiles of Leading Players

6.1: BASF SE

6.2: Royal DSM

6.3: DuPont

6.4: LANXESS AG

6.5: Solvay S.A.

 

List of Figures

Chapter 2. Industry Background and Classifications

Figure 2.1: Moisture Absorption (%) of Different PA Grades

Figure 2.2: Process of manufacturing PA 66 resin

Figure 2.3: Process of manufacturing PA 66 resin 

Figure 2.4: Classification of Polyamide Resin Market in the Global Composites Industry by End Use Application

Figure 2.5: Air Intake Manifold 

Figure 2.6: Engine Cover 

Figure 2.7: Radiator End Tank

Figure 2.8: Air Cooler End Caps  

Figure 2.9: Oil Pan 

Figure 2.10: Ignition Coil Connector           

Figure 2.11: Bicycle Frame 

Figure 2.12: Snowboard Binding 

Figure 2.13: Chair 

Figure 2.14: Folding Knife

Figure 2.15: Circuit Breaker

Figure 2.16: Terminal Blocks

Figure 2.17: Position Switch Housing

Figure 2.18: MCCB Arc Chamber

Figure 2.19: Classification of Polyamide Resin Market in the Global Composites Industry by Product Form

Figure 2.20: Supply Chain of Polyamide Resin Market in the Global Composites Industry   

            

Chapter 3. Market Trends and Forecast Analysis

Figure 3.1: Polyamide Resin Market ($M) Distribution in the Global Composites Industry by End Use Application in 2015

Figure 3.2: Polyamide Resin Market ($M) in the Global Composites Industry by End Use Application in 2015

Figure 3.3: Polyamide Resin Market (Million Pounds) Distribution in the Global Composites Industry by End Use Application in 2015

Figure 3.4: Polyamide Resin Market (Million Pounds) in the Global Composites Industry by End Use Application in 2015 

Figure 3.5: Polyamide Resin Market (Million Pounds) Distribution in the Global Composites Industry by Transportation Applications in 2015

Figure 3.6: Polyamide Resin Market (Million Pounds) in the Global Composites Industry by Transportation Applications in 2015 

Figure 3.7: Polyamide Resin Market (Million Pounds) Distribution in the Global Composites Industry by PA Grades in 2015 

Figure 3.8: Polyamide Resin Market ($M) Distribution in the Global Composites Industry by Product Form in 2015 

Figure 3.9: Polyamide Resin Market ($M) in the Global Composites Industry by Product Form in 2015 

Figure 3.10: Polyamide Resin Market (Million Pounds) Distribution in the Global Composites Industry by Product Form in 2015 

Figure 3.11: Polyamide Resin Market (Million Pounds) in the Global Composites Industry by Product Form in 2015

Figure 3.12: Polyamide Resin Market ($M) Distribution in the Global Composites Industry by Region in 2015

Figure 3.13: Polyamide Resin Market ($M) in the Global Composites Industry by Region in 2015

Figure 3.14: Polyamide Resin Market (Million Pounds) Distribution in the Global Composites Industry by Region in 2015

Figure 3.15: Polyamide Resin Market (Million Pounds) in the Global Composites Industry by Region in 2015

Figure 3.16: Trends of the Global Automotive Production from 2010 to 2015              

Figure 3.17: Trend of Global GDP Growth Rate

Figure: 3.18 Trends of Regional GDP Growth rate

Figure 3.19: Trends of Polyamide Resin Market in the Global Composites Industry from 2010 to 2015

Figure 3.20: Trends of Polyamide Resin Market ($M) in the Global Composites Industry by End-Use Application from 2010 to 2015

Figure 3.21: Growth Rate of Polyamide Resin Market ($M) in the Global Composites Industry by End-Use Application from 2014 to 2015

Figure 3.22: CAGR of Polyamide Resin Market ($M) in the Global Composites Industry by End-Use Application from 2010 to 2015

Figure 3.23: Trends of Polyamide Resin Market (Million Pounds) in the Global Composites Industry by End use Application from 2010 to 2015 

Figure 3.24: Growth Rate of Polyamide Resin Market in the Global Composites Industry (Million Pounds) by End-Use Application from 2014 to 2015

Figure 3.25: CAGR of Polyamide Resin Market (Million Pounds) in the Global Composites Industry by End-Use Application from 2010 to 2015 

Figure 3.26: Trends of Polyamide Resin Market ($M) in the Global Composites Industry by Product Form from 2010 to 2015

Figure 3.27: Growth Rate of Polyamide Resin Market ($M) in the Global Composites Industry by Product Form from 2014 to 2015 

Figure 3.28: CAGR of Polyamide Resin Market ($M) in the Global Composites Industry by Product Form from 2010 to 2015 

Figure 3.29: Trends of Polyamide Resin Market (Million Pounds) in the Global Composites Industry by Product Form from 2010 to 2015 

Figure 3.30: Growth Rate of Polyamide Resin Market (Million Pounds) in the Global Composites Industry by Product type from 2014 to 2015

Figure 3.31: CAGR of Polyamide Resin Market (Million Pounds) in the Global Composites Industry by Product Form from 2010 to 2015 

Figure 3.32: Trends of Polyamide Resin Market ($M) in the Global Composites Industry by Region from 2010 to 2015 

Figure 3.33: Growth Rate of Polyamide Resin Market ($M) in the Global Composites Industry by Region from 2014 to 2015 

Figure 3.34: CAGR of Polyamide Resin Market ($M) in the Global Composites Industry by Region from 2010 to 2015 

Figure 3.35: Trends of Polyamide Resin Market (Million Pounds) in the Global Composites Industry by Region from 2010 to 2015 

Figure 3.36: Growth Rate of Polyamide Resin Market (Million Pounds) in the Global Composites Industry by Region from 2014 to 2015

Figure 3.37: CAGR of Polyamide Resin Market (Million Pounds) in the Global Composites Industry by Region from 2010 to 2015 

Figure 3.38: Drivers and Challenges of Polyamide Resin Market in the Global Composites Industry 

Figure 3.39: Forecast for Automotive Production by Region from 2016 to 2021

Figure 3.40: Forecast of Global GDP Growth Rate 

Figure 3.41: Forecast for Regional GDP Growth Rate

Figure 3.42: Forecast for Polyamide Resin Market in the Global Composites Industry from 2016 to 2021 

Figure 3.43: Forecast for Polyamide Resin Market ($M) in the Global Composites Industry by End-Use Applications from 2016 to 2021

Figure 3.44: Growth Rate of Polyamide Resin Market ($M) in the Global Composites Industry by End Use Applications from 2015 to 2016 

Figure 3.45: CAGR for Polyamide Resin Market ($M) in the Global Composites Industry by End-Use Applications from 2016 to 2021 

Figure 3.46: Forecast for Polyamide Resin Market (Million Pounds) in the Global Composites Industry by End-Use Application from 2016 to 2021

Figure 3.47: Growth rate of Polyamide Resin Market (Million Pounds) by End-Use Application from 2015 to 2016 

Figure 3.48: CAGR for Polyamide Resin Market (Million Pounds) in the Global Composites Industry by End-Use Application from 2016 to 2021

Figure 3.49: Forecast for Polyamide Resin Market ($M) in the Global Composites Industry by Product Form from 2016 to 2021 

Figure 3.50: Growth Rate of Polyamide Resin Market ($M) in the Global Composites Industry by Product Type from 2015 to 2016

Figure 3.51: CAGR for Polyamide Resin Market ($M) in the Global Composites Industry by Product Form from 2016 to 2021 

Figure 3.52: Forecast for Polyamide Resin Market (Million Pounds) in the Global Composites Industry by Product Form from 2016 to 2021 

Figure 3.53: Growth Rate of Polyamide Resin Market in the Global Composites Industry by Product Form from 2015 to 2016 

Figure 3.54: CAGR for Polyamide Resin Market (Million Pounds) in the Global Composites Industry by Product Form from 2016 to 2021 

Figure 3.55: Forecast for Polyamide Resin Market ($M) in the Global Composites Industry by Region from 2016 to 2021 

Figure 3.56: Growth Rate of Polyamide Resin Market ($M) in the Global Composites Industry by Region from 2015 to 2016 

Figure 3.57: CAGR for the Polyamide Resin Market ($M) in the Global Composites Industry by Region from 2016 to 2021 

Figure 3.58: Forecast for Polyamide Resin Market (Million Pounds) in the Global Composites Industry by Region from 2016 to 2021 

Figure 3.59: Growth Rate of Polyamide Resin Market (Million Pounds) in the Global Composites Industry by Region from 2015 to 2016

Figure 3.60: CAGR for Polyamide Resin Market (Million Pounds) in the Global Composites Industry by Region from 2016 to 2021

 

Chapter 4. Competitor Analysis

Figure 4.1: Geographical Footprint of Competitors in Polyamide Resin Market in the Global Composites Industry 

Figure 4.2: Porter’s Five Forces Model for Polyamide Resin Market in the Global Composites Industry 

 

Chapter 5. Growth Opportunities and Strategic Analysis

Figure 5.1: Growth Opportunities for Polyamide Resin in the Global Composites Industry by End Use Applications 

Figure 5.2: Growth Opportunities for Polyamide resin in the Global Composites Industry by Product Form 

Figure 5.3: Growth Opportunities for Polyamide Resin in the Global Composites Industry by Region 

Figure 5.4: VW Front End Carrier 

Figure 5.5: Oil Tank- Mercedes-AMG GT 

Figure 5.6: Smart Phone Frame Splitter: Xiaomi Mi4 

Figure 5.7: Air intake manifold- BMW i8 

Figure 5.8: Seat Pan – Opel Astra OPC 

Figure 5.9: Head Lamp Support – MAN Trucks 

Figure 5.10: Emerging Trends for Polyamide Resin in the Global Composites Industry

Figure 5.11: Strategic Initiatives by Major Competitors in 2015

Figure 5.12: Strategic Initiatives by Major Competitors in 2014

Figure 5.13: Year-over-Year Study of the Strategic Initiatives by Major Competitors of Polyamide Resins in the Global Composites Industry

Figure 5.14: Capacity Expansion by Major Players of Polyamide Resin in the Global Composites Industry

 

 

List of Tables

 

Chapter 1. Executive Summary

Table 1.1: Polyamide Resin Market in the Global Composites Industry: Parameters and Attributes 

 

Chapter 2. Industry Background and Classifications

Table 2.1: Classification of Different Polyamide Grades based on Raw Materials and Chemical Structure 

Table 2.2: Property Comparison of Polyamide Resins

Table 2.3: Advantages and Disadvantages of Polyamide Resin Market in the Composites

Table 2.4: Application Areas of Polyamide Compounds in Transportation Industry

Table 2.5: Application Areas of Polyamide Compounds in Consumer Goods Industry

Table 2.6: Application Areas of Polyamide Compounds in Electrical/ Electronics Industry

Table 2.7: Application Areas of Polyamide Compounds in SFT Product Form

Table 2.8: Application Areas of Polyamide Compounds in LFT Product Form

Table 2.9: Application Areas of Polyamide Compounds in CFT Product Form

 

Chapter 3. Market Trends and Forecast Analysis

Table 3.1: Trends of Polyamide Resin Market in the Global Composites Industry from 2010   to 2015

Table 3.2: Average Growth Rates for One, Three, and Five years for Polyamide Resin Market in the Global Composites Industry in Terms of Shipment Value ($ Million)

Table 3.3: Market Size and Growth Rates (2014-2015) in Various End Use Applications of Polyamide Resin Market in the Global Composites Industry by Value and Volume

Table 3.4: Market Size and Compounded Annual Growth Rates during Last Five Years (2010-2015) in Various End Use Applications of Polyamide Resin Market in the Global Composites Industry by Value and Volume

Table 3.5: Market Size and Growth Rates (2014-2015) in Various Product Forms of Polyamide Resin Market in the Global Composites Industry by Value and Volume

Table 3.6: Market Size and Compounded Annual Growth Rates during Last Five Years (2010-2015) in Various Product Forms of Polyamide Resin Market in the Global Composites Industry by Value and Volume

Table 3.7: Market Size and 2014 to 2015 Growth Rates of the Polyamide Resin Market in the Global Composites Industry by Region in Terms of Value and Volume

Table 3.8: Market Size and Compound Annual Growth Rates (2010-2015) of Polyamide Resin Market in the Global Composites Industry by Region in Terms of Value and Volume

Table 3.9: Forecast for Polyamide Resin Market in the Global Composites Industry from 2016 to 2021

Table 3.10: Average Growth Rates for One, Three, and Five years of Polyamide Resin Market in the Global Composites Industry in Terms of $ Shipment

Table 3.11: Market Size and 2015-2016 Growth Rates by End-Use Application for Polyamide Resin Market in the Global Composites Industry in Terms of Value and Volume Production

Table 3.12: Market Size and Annual Growth Rates during Forecast Period (2016 to 2021) by End Use Applications for Polyamide Resin Market in the Global Composites Industry in Terms of Value and Volume

Table 3.13: Market Size and 2015-2016 Growth Rates by Product Form for Polyamide Resin Market in the Global Composites Industry in Terms of Value and Volume Production

Table 3.14: Market Size and Annual Growth Rates during Forecast Period (2016 to 2021) by Product Form for Polyamide Resin Market in the Global Composites Industry in Terms of Value and Volume

Table 3.15: Market Size and 2015-2016 Growth Rates by Region for Polyamide Resin Market in the Global Composites Industry in Terms of Value and Volume Production

Table 3.16: Market Size and Annual Growth Rates during Forecast Period by Region for Polyamide Resin Market in the Global Composites Industry in Terms of Value and Volume

 

Chapter 4. Competitor Analysis

Table 4.1: Market Presence of Major Polyamide Resin Suppliers by Resin Grade

Table 4.2: Industry-Wide Product Mapping for Polyamide Resin Suppliers 

Table 4.3: Operational Integration of Polyamide Resin Manufacturer across the Value Chain

 

Chapter 5. Growth Opportunities and Strategic Analysis

Table 5.1: New Product Launches by Major Competitors during Last Five Years

Table 5.2: Certifications Acquired by Major Competitors of Polyamide Resins Market in the Global Composites Industry

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Extensive research and interviews are conducted in the supply chain of this market to estimate market share, market size, trends, drivers, challenges, and forecasts in the market. Some of the companies who make the compounders of polyamide resin are BASF, DuPont, LANXESS, DSM, Solvay, EMS Chemie, Radici, SABIC, A. Schulman, Ascend Performance Materials, and others. Polyamide Resin in the Global Composites Industry is used for part fabricators such as injection molding, compression molding, and tape layup. Companies who use polyamide resin for making various parts fabricators are Rochling Automotive, Mann+Hummel, MAHLE Group, Denso Corp., Skyway Wheels, Formsprutarna, Icon Injection Molding, TE Connectivity and others.

 

Below is a brief summary of the primary interviews that were conducted by both job function and region for this report.

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