Wood Plastic Composites Market size was valued at USD 8.95 billion in 2024 and is likely to exceed USD 44.91 billion by the end of 2037, expanding at over 13.1% CAGR during the forecast period i.e., between 2025-2037. In the year 2025, the industry size of wood plastic composites is evaluated at USD 9.9 billion.
The major factor to boost the market expansion is the growing demand for natural fiber-reinforced composites owing to the scarcity of forests. In accordance with estimates, the use of natural fiber-reinforced composites is anticipated to increase from about 11% in 2010 to approximately 17% and 24%, respectively, by 2020 and 2030, considering the worldwide dilemma of depleting forests and fossil fuel supplies. Hence, the market demand is on the rise.
One of the most important natural fiber-reinforced composites is considered to be wood plastic composites. They are made primarily from thermoplastic polymers (polyethylene (PE), polypropylene (PP), polyvinyl chloride (PVC), and polystyrene (PS), as well as biomass particles and fibers from forestry and agricultural wastes including wood, bamboo, straw, stalk, husk, and more. Therefore, with the growing concern for deforestation, the demand for wood plastic composite is estimated to rise and successfully replace conventional wood-based composites.
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2024 |
Forecast Year |
2025-2037 |
CAGR |
13.1% |
Base Year Market Size (2024) |
USD 8.95 billion |
Forecast Year Market Size (2037) |
USD 44.91 billion |
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Application (Building & Construction, Automotive Components, Industrial & Consumer Goods)
The automotive components segment in the wood plastic composites market is set to garner the highest share of about 60% over the forecast period. The demand for wood plastic composites in the automotive industry is projected to rise as a result of the use of recyclable or biodegradable wood-plastic composite-based components in automobiles, which are expected to enhance durability and acoustic performance, minimize material weight and fuel consumption, decrease manufacturing costs, improve passenger safety, and perform more shatterproof.
Product Type (Polyethylene, Polypropylene, Polyvinylchloride)
The polyvinylchloride segment is anticipated to capture is highest share of 50% over the forecast period. Over the course of the forecast period, rising demand for polyvinylchloride thermoplastic materials in automotive applications to produce door panels, seat cushions, cabin linings, backrests, and dashboards due to its high insulating capabilities is anticipated to positively affect segment’s growth.
Our in-depth analysis of the global market includes the following segments:
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APAC Market Forecast
The wood plastic composites market in Asia Pacific is poised to capture share of about 30% over the forecast period. The demand for the market for wood plastic composites has increased due to the growth in construction in the Asia-Pacific region in countries including India, China, and Japan due to financial improvements and an increase in individual income. Moreover, opportunities for important producers are expected to arise during the forecast period as a result of changes in China's fragmented distribution, increased local competition, and consumer behavior.
North American Market Analysis
The North America wood plastic composites market is also estimated to have significant growth by the end of 2037. The growth of the market in this region could be attributed to growing consumer preference for decorative houses. Additional since houses made from this material could be constructed faster many farmers in US opted in staying wood plastic composite structure. About 69% of people in America redecorated their homes in 2022. Whereas it was estimated that in 2021, approximately 5 in 10 Americans took decorating homes to next level.
Author Credits: Rajrani Baghel
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