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到 2030 年特种纸浆和造纸化学品市场预测:按产品类型、应用和地区分類的全球分析Specialty Pulp and Paper Chemicals Market Forecasts to 2030 - Global Analysis By Product Type, By Application and By Geography |
根据 Stratistics MRC 的数据,2023 年全球特种纸浆和造纸化学品市场规模为 234.1 亿美元,预计将以 4.6% 的复合年增长率成长,到 2030 年将达到 320.7 亿美元。
特种製浆造纸化学品是指专门配製用于增强製浆造纸生产各个方面的各种化学添加剂和处理剂。这些化学品专门用于提高纸张品质、提高生产效率,并满足製浆、漂白、加工、涂层和包装等领域的特定要求,并满足製浆造纸行业的独特需求。
美国位于美国的数据显示,2021年美国造纸厂和纸板厂的废纸消费量增加了3.9%。
纸製品需求增加
人口成长、都市化和经济发展等因素正在增加对各种纸製品的需求,例如包装材料、印刷纸、生活用纸和特殊纸张。这种需求的激增使得需要使用特种化学品来提高纸张品质、提高生产效率并满足多样化的消费者需求,从而刺激了市场对特种製浆造纸化学品的需求。
原物料价格波动
木浆、化学品和能源等关键原料的价格波动对製造商的生产成本和利润率有重大影响。这种波动使定价策略和预算流程变得复杂,使公司难以保持稳定的营运和盈利。此外,价格突然上涨可能迫使製造商承担成本上涨或将其转嫁给客户,这可能导致纸浆和造纸业处于竞争劣势,并减少对特种化学品的需求。
特种纸的开发
特种纸服务于包装、标籤、过滤和医疗耗材等利基应用,并且需要独特的特性和性能。纸浆和造纸化学品透过提供定製配方来增强强度、耐用性、适印性和阻隔性。这一趋势透过推动针对特定纸张应用客製化的特种化学品的需求,推动创新并扩大市场机会。
环境法规
有关排放、污水排放和化学品使用的严格法规要求纸浆和造纸製造商投资昂贵的合规措施。遵守这些法规可能会增加营运成本、限制某些化学品的使用,并需要环保替代品。不遵守监管标准可能会导致罚款、处罚和声誉受损,进而影响市场上公司的盈利和永续性。
COVID-19 大流行对特种製浆造纸化学品市场产生了多种影响。供应链中断和工业活动减少导致需求和生产波动。此外,经济不确定性正在影响投资决策和消费行为。然而,对卫生产品和包装材料的需求增加部分抵消了这些挑战,并推动了对某些特殊化学品的需求。
预计功能化学品领域在预测期内将是最大的。
在特种纸浆和造纸化学品市场中,功能化学品领域在改善纸张性能和製造流程方面发挥关键作用,预计在预测期内将占据最大份额。施胶剂、助留剂和涂料添加剂等功能性化学物质有助于提高纸张强度、印刷适性、耐水性和表面性能。此外,对各种应用具有特定功能的特种纸的需求不断增长,进一步支持了该行业的成长。
特种纸产业预计在预测期内复合年增长率最高
由于各种因素,预计特种纸领域在预测期内将在特种纸浆和造纸化学品市场中呈现最高增长率。这包括对各种应用(包括包装、标籤和工业应用)的高品质特种纸的需求不断增加。此外,造纸技术的进步以及消费者对永续和创新纸产品的偏好,进一步推动了该行业对特种纸浆和造纸化学品的需求。
在预测期内,由于多种因素,北美将主导特种纸浆和造纸化学品市场。这包括主要市场参与者的存在、製浆造纸行业的技术进步以及对环境永续性的高度认识。此外,包装、标籤和印刷等各行业对特种纸产品的强劲需求进一步增强了该地区的市场主导地位。
在预测期内,由于工业化、都市化和经济成长的加快,亚太地区特种纸浆和造纸化学品市场预计将快速扩张,从而推动各行业对纸基产品的需求。此外,政府支持基础设施发展的努力以及对该地区环境永续性的日益关注预计将刺激纸浆和造纸行业的投资并刺激对特种化学品的需求。
According to Stratistics MRC, the Global Specialty Pulp and Paper Chemicals Market is accounted for $23.41 billion in 2023 and is expected to reach $32.07 billion by 2030 growing at a CAGR of 4.6% during the forecast period. Specialty pulp and paper chemicals refer to a diverse range of chemical additives and treatments specifically formulated to enhance various aspects of pulp and paper production. These chemicals are tailored to improve paper quality, increase production efficiency, and address specific requirements in areas such as pulping, bleaching, processing, coating, and packaging, meeting the unique needs of the pulp and paper industry.
According to American Forest and Paper Association, a US-based go-to source on issues and up-to-date information about the industry, recovered paper consumption at U.S. paper and paperboard mills increased by 3.9% in 2021.
Increasing demand for paper products
Factors such as population growth, urbanization, and economic development drive the demand for various paper-based products, including packaging materials, printing papers, tissues, and specialty papers. This surge in demand necessitates the use of specialty chemicals to enhance paper quality, improve production efficiency, and meet diverse consumer needs, thereby fueling the demand for specialty pulp and paper chemicals in the market.
Volatility in raw material prices
Fluctuations in the prices of key raw materials such as wood pulp, chemicals, and energy can significantly impact production costs and profit margins for manufacturers. This volatility complicates pricing strategies and budgeting processes, making it challenging for companies to maintain stable operations and profitability. Additionally, sudden price spikes may force manufacturers to either absorb increased costs or pass them on to customers, potentially leading to competitive disadvantages or reduced demand for specialty chemicals within the pulp and paper industry.
Development of specialty papers
Specialty papers cater to niche applications such as packaging, labels, filtration, and medical disposables, requiring unique properties and performance characteristics. Pulp and paper chemicals play a crucial role in enabling the production of specialty papers by providing customized formulations to enhance properties like strength, durability, printability, and barrier properties. This trend fosters innovation and drives the demand for specialized chemicals tailored to specific paper applications, thus expanding market opportunities.
Environmental regulations
Stringent regulations regarding emissions, wastewater discharge, and chemical usage require pulp and paper manufacturers to invest in costly compliance measures. Compliance with these regulations can increase operational costs, restrict the use of certain chemicals, and necessitate the adoption of environmentally friendly alternatives. Failure to adhere to regulatory standards can result in fines, penalties, and reputational damage, impacting the profitability and sustainability of companies in the market.
The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted the specialty pulp and paper chemicals market in various ways. Disruptions in supply chains and reduced industrial activities have led to fluctuations in demand and production. Additionally, economic uncertainties have affected investment decisions and consumer behavior. However, increased demand for hygiene products and packaging materials has partially offset these challenges, driving demand for certain specialty chemicals.
The functional chemicals segment is expected to be the largest during the forecast period
In the specialty pulp and paper chemicals market, the functional chemicals segment is projected to dominate during the forecast period due to its crucial role in enhancing paper properties and manufacturing processes. Functional chemicals, such as sizing agents, retention aids, and coating additives, contribute to improving paper strength, printability, water resistance, and surface properties. Additionally, increasing demand for specialty papers with specific functionalities in various applications further drives the growth of this segment.
The specialty paper segment is expected to have the highest CAGR during the forecast period
The specialty paper segment is projected to experience the highest growth rate during the forecast period in the specialty pulp and paper chemicals market due to various factors. This includes increasing demand for high-quality specialty papers in various applications such as packaging, labeling, and industrial uses. Additionally, advancements in paper manufacturing technologies and growing consumer preferences for sustainable and innovative paper products further drive the demand for specialty pulp and paper chemicals in this segment.
Over the forecast period, North America is positioned to dominate the specialty pulp and paper chemicals market due to several factors. These include the presence of key market players, technological advancements in the pulp and paper industry, and a high level of awareness regarding environmental sustainability. Additionally, robust demand for specialty paper products in various industries such as packaging, labeling, and printing further contributes to the region's dominance in the market.
During the forecast period, the Asia Pacific region is anticipated to undergo rapid expansion in the specialty pulp and paper chemicals market due to increasing industrialization, urbanization, and economic growth, driving the demand for paper-based products across various sectors. Moreover, government initiatives supporting infrastructure development and the growing focus on environmental sustainability in the region are expected to fuel investments in the pulp and paper industry, thus stimulating the demand for specialty chemicals.
Key players in the market
Some of the key players in Specialty Pulp and Paper Chemicals Market include BASF SE, Akzo Nobel N.V., Artek US, Ashland, Buckman Laboratories International, Inc., ChemTreat, Inc., Clariant AG, Dow Chemical Company, Evonik Industries AG, Georgia-Pacific Chemicals LLC, Harima Chemicals Group, Inc., Huntsman Corporation ,Imerys S.A., Kemira Oyj, Mondi plc, SNF Floerger and Solenis.
In February 2024, Artek US, a leading player in the global specialty chemicals industry and a subsidiary of the Praana Group, has successfully acquired the energy-related division from Kemira, for approximately USD $280 million to form merger with Sterling Specialty Chemicals. The company had revenue in 2023 in excess of $600 million. This acquisition marks a pivotal moment for the group as it positions itself for growth and global expansion in response to the increasing demand for water, energy, and sustainable solutions worldwide.
In February 2023, Solenis, a US producer of specialty chemicals for water-intensive industries, has closed its acquisition of Peru's Grand Invest. The Wilmington, Delaware-headquartered company said the purchase aligns with its direct go-to-market strategy to provide customers in the region with improved chemical and water treatment products and services.
Note: Tables for North America, Europe, APAC, South America, and Middle East & Africa Regions are also represented in the same manner as above.