PLATFORM CHEMICALS MARKET ANALYSIS

Platform Chemicals MarketSize and Trends

Market Outlook

Global platform chemicals market size is expected to expand significantly, owing to increasing demand from various industries across the globe during the forecast period. Platform chemicals are majorly used in the production of paints and coatings. Growing population around the world is expected to increase the demand for paints and coatings and hence increase the demand for platform chemicals, subsequently driving the market growth. Furthermore, bio-based platform chemicals are expected to witness significant demand from various industries. For instance, bio-based platform chemicals are used for the production of plastics and varnished, which find applications in various industries. Moreover, platform chemicals manufacturing industries are shifting towards production of environment-friendly products. This is expected to increase the demand for bio-based platform chemicals and hence propel the market growth. 

Market Trends

Growing technological advancements in biotechnology are driving the production of platform chemicals from renewable feedstock. Propionic acid, butanediol, glycerol, sorbitol, succinic acid, and lactic acid are some of the majorly used bio-based platform chemicals used in various industries. Platform chemical finds applications in paints, dyes, agrochemicals, coatings, paints, varnishes, specialty chemicals, and dyes.