Polyglycolic Acid Market Size and Forecasts (2021 - 2031), Global and Regional Share, Trends, and Growth Opportunity Analysis

Coverage: Polyglycolic Acid Market covers analysis by Form (Fiber, Film, Others); End-Use Industry (Medical, Oil and Gas, Packaging, Others) , and Geography (North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and South and Central America)

  • Report Code : TIPRE00007823
  • Category : Chemicals and Materials
  • No. of Pages : 150
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MARKET INTRODUCTION

Polyglycolic acid is a thermoplastic polymer which belongs to aliphatic polyesters family. The product is characterized by biodegradability and superior biocompatibility along with high strength and low gas permeability. It is produced by ring-opening polymerization or polycondensation of glycolic acid. Polyglycolic acid is widely used across several end use industries such as medical, oil and gas, packaging and other end use industries. Now-a days, it is being increasingly demanded for various medical applications such as production of absorbable sutures etc.

MARKET DYNAMICS

The polyglycolic acid market has witnessed a significant growth owing to factors such as growing use of PGA in biomedical application coupled with the rising demand for biodegradable polymer in the packaging industry. However, high cost associated with the production of polyglycolic acid is projected to hamper the polyglycolic acid market growth over the projected period. Moreover, the primary trend followed in the polyglycolic acid market is rising opportunities of PGA application in shale gas extraction.

MARKET SCOPE

The "Global Polyglycolic Acid Market Analysis to 2031" is a specialized and in-depth study of the chemicals and materials industry with a special focus on the global market trend analysis. The report aims to provide an overview of the polyglycolic acid market with detailed market segmentation by type, end user industry, and geography. The global polyglycolic acid market is expected to witness high growth during the forecast period. The report provides key statistics on the market status of the leading polyglycolic acid market players and offers key trends and opportunities in the market.

MARKET SEGMENTATION

The global polyglycolic acid market is segmented on the basis of form and end user industry. On the basis of form, the polyglycolic acid market is segmented into fiber, film and others. The polyglycolic acid market on the basis of the end user industry is classified into medical, oil and gas, packaging and others.


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REGIONAL FRAMEWORK


The report provides a detailed overview of the industry including both qualitative and quantitative information. It provides an overview and forecast of the global polyglycolic acid market based on various segments. It also provides market size and forecast estimates from the year 2021 to 2031 with respect to five major regions, namely; North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific (APAC), Middle East and Africa (MEA) and South America. The polyglycolic acid market by each region is later sub-segmented by respective countries and segments. The report covers the analysis and forecast of 18 countries globally along with the current trend and opportunities prevailing in the region.

The report analyzes factors affecting the polyglycolic acid market from both demand and supply side and further evaluates market dynamics affecting the market during the forecast period i.e., drivers, restraints, opportunities, and future trend. The report also provides exhaustive PEST analysis for all five regions namely; North America, Europe, APAC, MEA, and South America after evaluating political, economic, social and technological factors affecting the polyglycolic acid market in these regions.

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MARKET PLAYERS


The report provides a detailed overview of the industry including both qualitative and quantitative information. It provides an overview and forecast of the global polyglycolic acid market based on various segments. It also provides market size and forecast estimates from the year 2021 to 2031 with respect to five major regions, namely; North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific (APAC), Middle East and Africa (MEA) and South America. The polyglycolic acid market by each region is later sub-segmented by respective countries and segments. The report covers the analysis and forecast of 18 countries globally along with the current trend and opportunities prevailing in the region.

The report analyzes factors affecting the polyglycolic acid market from both demand and supply side and further evaluates market dynamics affecting the market during the forecast period i.e., drivers, restraints, opportunities, and future trend. The report also provides exhaustive PEST analysis for all five regions namely; North America, Europe, APAC, MEA, and South America after evaluating political, economic, social and technological factors affecting the polyglycolic acid market in these regions.

MARKET PLAYERS

The reports cover key developments in the polyglycolic acid market as organic and inorganic growth strategies. Various companies are focusing on organic growth strategies such as product launches, product approvals and others such as patents and events. Inorganic growth strategies activities witnessed in the market were acquisitions, and partnership & collaborations. These activities have paved way for the expansion of business and customer base of market players. The market payers from polyglycolic acid market are anticipated to lucrative growth opportunities in the future with the rising demand for Polyglycolic acid in the global market. Below mentioned is the list of few companies engaged in the Polyglycolic acid market.

The report also includes the profiles of key companies along with their SWOT analysis and market strategies in the polyglycolic acid market. In addition, the report focuses on leading industry players with information such as company profiles, components, and services offered, financial information of the last 3 years, the key development in the past five years.

- B. Braun Melsungen AG
- BMG Incorporated
- Corbion NV
- DemeTech Sutures
- Evonik Industries
- Kureha Corporation
- Orion Sutures India Pvt. Ltd
- Sigma-Aldrich, Inc. (Merck KGaA)
- Teleflex Incorporated
- The Chemours Company



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Report Coverage
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Revenue forecast, Company Analysis, Industry landscape, Growth factors, and Trends

Segment Covered
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Regional Scope
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North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa, South & Central America

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. INTRODUCTION
1.1. SCOPE OF THE STUDY
1.2. THE INSIGHT PARTNERS RESEARCH REPORT GUIDANCE
1.3. MARKET SEGMENTATION
1.3.1 Polyglycolic Acid Market - By Form
1.3.2 Polyglycolic Acid Market - By End-Use Industry
1.3.3 Polyglycolic Acid Market - By Region
1.3.3.1 By Country

2. KEY TAKEAWAYS

3. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

4. POLYGLYCOLIC ACID MARKET LANDSCAPE
4.1. OVERVIEW
4.2. PEST ANALYSIS
4.2.1 North America - Pest Analysis
4.2.2 Europe - Pest Analysis
4.2.3 Asia-Pacific - Pest Analysis
4.2.4 Middle East and Africa - Pest Analysis
4.2.5 South and Central America - Pest Analysis
4.3. EXPERT OPINIONS

5. POLYGLYCOLIC ACID MARKET - KEY MARKET DYNAMICS
5.1. KEY MARKET DRIVERS
5.2. KEY MARKET RESTRAINTS
5.3. KEY MARKET OPPORTUNITIES
5.4. FUTURE TRENDS
5.5. IMPACT ANALYSIS OF DRIVERS, RESTRAINTS & EXPECTED INFLUENCE OF COVID-19 PANDEMIC

6. POLYGLYCOLIC ACID MARKET - GLOBAL MARKET ANALYSIS
6.1. POLYGLYCOLIC ACID - GLOBAL MARKET OVERVIEW
6.2. POLYGLYCOLIC ACID - GLOBAL MARKET AND FORECAST TO 2028
6.3. MARKET POSITIONING/MARKET SHARE

7. POLYGLYCOLIC ACID MARKET - REVENUE AND FORECASTS TO 2028 - FORM
7.1. OVERVIEW
7.2. FORM MARKET FORECASTS AND ANALYSIS
7.3. FIBER
7.3.1. Overview
7.3.2. Fiber Market Forecast and Analysis
7.4. FILM
7.4.1. Overview
7.4.2. Film Market Forecast and Analysis
7.5. OTHERS
7.5.1. Overview
7.5.2. Others Market Forecast and Analysis
8. POLYGLYCOLIC ACID MARKET - REVENUE AND FORECASTS TO 2028 - END-USE INDUSTRY
8.1. OVERVIEW
8.2. END-USE INDUSTRY MARKET FORECASTS AND ANALYSIS
8.3. MEDICAL
8.3.1. Overview
8.3.2. Medical Market Forecast and Analysis
8.4. OIL AND GAS
8.4.1. Overview
8.4.2. Oil and Gas Market Forecast and Analysis
8.5. PACKAGING
8.5.1. Overview
8.5.2. Packaging Market Forecast and Analysis
8.6. OTHERS
8.6.1. Overview
8.6.2. Others Market Forecast and Analysis

9. POLYGLYCOLIC ACID MARKET REVENUE AND FORECASTS TO 2028 - GEOGRAPHICAL ANALYSIS
9.1. NORTH AMERICA
9.1.1 North America Polyglycolic Acid Market Overview
9.1.2 North America Polyglycolic Acid Market Forecasts and Analysis
9.1.3 North America Polyglycolic Acid Market Forecasts and Analysis - By Form
9.1.4 North America Polyglycolic Acid Market Forecasts and Analysis - By End-Use Industry
9.1.5 North America Polyglycolic Acid Market Forecasts and Analysis - By Countries
9.1.5.1 United States Polyglycolic Acid Market
9.1.5.1.1 United States Polyglycolic Acid Market by Form
9.1.5.1.2 United States Polyglycolic Acid Market by End-Use Industry
9.1.5.2 Canada Polyglycolic Acid Market
9.1.5.2.1 Canada Polyglycolic Acid Market by Form
9.1.5.2.2 Canada Polyglycolic Acid Market by End-Use Industry
9.1.5.3 Mexico Polyglycolic Acid Market
9.1.5.3.1 Mexico Polyglycolic Acid Market by Form
9.1.5.3.2 Mexico Polyglycolic Acid Market by End-Use Industry
9.2. EUROPE
9.2.1 Europe Polyglycolic Acid Market Overview
9.2.2 Europe Polyglycolic Acid Market Forecasts and Analysis
9.2.3 Europe Polyglycolic Acid Market Forecasts and Analysis - By Form
9.2.4 Europe Polyglycolic Acid Market Forecasts and Analysis - By End-Use Industry
9.2.5 Europe Polyglycolic Acid Market Forecasts and Analysis - By Countries
9.2.5.1 Germany Polyglycolic Acid Market
9.2.5.1.1 Germany Polyglycolic Acid Market by Form
9.2.5.1.2 Germany Polyglycolic Acid Market by End-Use Industry
9.2.5.2 France Polyglycolic Acid Market
9.2.5.2.1 France Polyglycolic Acid Market by Form
9.2.5.2.2 France Polyglycolic Acid Market by End-Use Industry
9.2.5.3 Italy Polyglycolic Acid Market
9.2.5.3.1 Italy Polyglycolic Acid Market by Form
9.2.5.3.2 Italy Polyglycolic Acid Market by End-Use Industry
9.2.5.4 United Kingdom Polyglycolic Acid Market
9.2.5.4.1 United Kingdom Polyglycolic Acid Market by Form
9.2.5.4.2 United Kingdom Polyglycolic Acid Market by End-Use Industry
9.2.5.5 Russia Polyglycolic Acid Market
9.2.5.5.1 Russia Polyglycolic Acid Market by Form
9.2.5.5.2 Russia Polyglycolic Acid Market by End-Use Industry
9.2.5.6 Rest of Europe Polyglycolic Acid Market
9.2.5.6.1 Rest of Europe Polyglycolic Acid Market by Form
9.2.5.6.2 Rest of Europe Polyglycolic Acid Market by End-Use Industry
9.3. ASIA-PACIFIC
9.3.1 Asia-Pacific Polyglycolic Acid Market Overview
9.3.2 Asia-Pacific Polyglycolic Acid Market Forecasts and Analysis
9.3.3 Asia-Pacific Polyglycolic Acid Market Forecasts and Analysis - By Form
9.3.4 Asia-Pacific Polyglycolic Acid Market Forecasts and Analysis - By End-Use Industry
9.3.5 Asia-Pacific Polyglycolic Acid Market Forecasts and Analysis - By Countries
9.3.5.1 Australia Polyglycolic Acid Market
9.3.5.1.1 Australia Polyglycolic Acid Market by Form
9.3.5.1.2 Australia Polyglycolic Acid Market by End-Use Industry
9.3.5.2 China Polyglycolic Acid Market
9.3.5.2.1 China Polyglycolic Acid Market by Form
9.3.5.2.2 China Polyglycolic Acid Market by End-Use Industry
9.3.5.3 India Polyglycolic Acid Market
9.3.5.3.1 India Polyglycolic Acid Market by Form
9.3.5.3.2 India Polyglycolic Acid Market by End-Use Industry
9.3.5.4 Japan Polyglycolic Acid Market
9.3.5.4.1 Japan Polyglycolic Acid Market by Form
9.3.5.4.2 Japan Polyglycolic Acid Market by End-Use Industry
9.3.5.5 South Korea Polyglycolic Acid Market
9.3.5.5.1 South Korea Polyglycolic Acid Market by Form
9.3.5.5.2 South Korea Polyglycolic Acid Market by End-Use Industry
9.3.5.6 Rest of Asia-Pacific Polyglycolic Acid Market
9.3.5.6.1 Rest of Asia-Pacific Polyglycolic Acid Market by Form
9.3.5.6.2 Rest of Asia-Pacific Polyglycolic Acid Market by End-Use Industry
9.4. MIDDLE EAST AND AFRICA
9.4.1 Middle East and Africa Polyglycolic Acid Market Overview
9.4.2 Middle East and Africa Polyglycolic Acid Market Forecasts and Analysis
9.4.3 Middle East and Africa Polyglycolic Acid Market Forecasts and Analysis - By Form
9.4.4 Middle East and Africa Polyglycolic Acid Market Forecasts and Analysis - By End-Use Industry
9.4.5 Middle East and Africa Polyglycolic Acid Market Forecasts and Analysis - By Countries
9.4.5.1 South Africa Polyglycolic Acid Market
9.4.5.1.1 South Africa Polyglycolic Acid Market by Form
9.4.5.1.2 South Africa Polyglycolic Acid Market by End-Use Industry
9.4.5.2 Saudi Arabia Polyglycolic Acid Market
9.4.5.2.1 Saudi Arabia Polyglycolic Acid Market by Form
9.4.5.2.2 Saudi Arabia Polyglycolic Acid Market by End-Use Industry
9.4.5.3 U.A.E Polyglycolic Acid Market
9.4.5.3.1 U.A.E Polyglycolic Acid Market by Form
9.4.5.3.2 U.A.E Polyglycolic Acid Market by End-Use Industry
9.4.5.4 Rest of Middle East and Africa Polyglycolic Acid Market
9.4.5.4.1 Rest of Middle East and Africa Polyglycolic Acid Market by Form
9.4.5.4.2 Rest of Middle East and Africa Polyglycolic Acid Market by End-Use Industry
9.5. SOUTH AND CENTRAL AMERICA
9.5.1 South and Central America Polyglycolic Acid Market Overview
9.5.2 South and Central America Polyglycolic Acid Market Forecasts and Analysis
9.5.3 South and Central America Polyglycolic Acid Market Forecasts and Analysis - By Form
9.5.4 South and Central America Polyglycolic Acid Market Forecasts and Analysis - By End-Use Industry
9.5.5 South and Central America Polyglycolic Acid Market Forecasts and Analysis - By Countries
9.5.5.1 Brazil Polyglycolic Acid Market
9.5.5.1.1 Brazil Polyglycolic Acid Market by Form
9.5.5.1.2 Brazil Polyglycolic Acid Market by End-Use Industry
9.5.5.2 Argentina Polyglycolic Acid Market
9.5.5.2.1 Argentina Polyglycolic Acid Market by Form
9.5.5.2.2 Argentina Polyglycolic Acid Market by End-Use Industry
9.5.5.3 Rest of South and Central America Polyglycolic Acid Market
9.5.5.3.1 Rest of South and Central America Polyglycolic Acid Market by Form
9.5.5.3.2 Rest of South and Central America Polyglycolic Acid Market by End-Use Industry

10. INDUSTRY LANDSCAPE
10.1. MERGERS AND ACQUISITIONS
10.2. AGREEMENTS, COLLABORATIONS AND JOIN VENTURES
10.3. NEW PRODUCT LAUNCHES
10.4. EXPANSIONS AND OTHER STRATEGIC DEVELOPMENTS

11. POLYGLYCOLIC ACID MARKET, KEY COMPANY PROFILES
11.1. B. BRAUN MELSUNGEN AG
11.1.1. Key Facts
11.1.2. Business Description
11.1.3. Products and Services
11.1.4. Financial Overview
11.1.5. SWOT Analysis
11.1.6. Key Developments
11.2. BMG INCORPORATED
11.2.1. Key Facts
11.2.2. Business Description
11.2.3. Products and Services
11.2.4. Financial Overview
11.2.5. SWOT Analysis
11.2.6. Key Developments
11.3. CORBION NV
11.3.1. Key Facts
11.3.2. Business Description
11.3.3. Products and Services
11.3.4. Financial Overview
11.3.5. SWOT Analysis
11.3.6. Key Developments
11.4. DEMETECH SUTURES
11.4.1. Key Facts
11.4.2. Business Description
11.4.3. Products and Services
11.4.4. Financial Overview
11.4.5. SWOT Analysis
11.4.6. Key Developments
11.5. EVONIK INDUSTRIES
11.5.1. Key Facts
11.5.2. Business Description
11.5.3. Products and Services
11.5.4. Financial Overview
11.5.5. SWOT Analysis
11.5.6. Key Developments
11.6. KUREHA CORPORATION
11.6.1. Key Facts
11.6.2. Business Description
11.6.3. Products and Services
11.6.4. Financial Overview
11.6.5. SWOT Analysis
11.6.6. Key Developments
11.7. ORION SUTURES INDIA PVT. LTD
11.7.1. Key Facts
11.7.2. Business Description
11.7.3. Products and Services
11.7.4. Financial Overview
11.7.5. SWOT Analysis
11.7.6. Key Developments
11.8. SIGMA-ALDRICH, INC. (MERCK KGAA)
11.8.1. Key Facts
11.8.2. Business Description
11.8.3. Products and Services
11.8.4. Financial Overview
11.8.5. SWOT Analysis
11.8.6. Key Developments
11.9. TELEFLEX INCORPORATED
11.9.1. Key Facts
11.9.2. Business Description
11.9.3. Products and Services
11.9.4. Financial Overview
11.9.5. SWOT Analysis
11.9.6. Key Developments
11.10. THE CHEMOURS COMPANY
11.10.1. Key Facts
11.10.2. Business Description
11.10.3. Products and Services
11.10.4. Financial Overview
11.10.5. SWOT Analysis
11.10.6. Key Developments

12. APPENDIX
12.1. ABOUT THE INSIGHT PARTNERS
12.2. GLOSSARY OF TERMS
The List of Companies

1. B. Braun Melsungen AG
2. BMG Incorporated
3. Corbion NV
4. DemeTech Sutures
5. Evonik Industries
6. Kureha Corporation
7. Orion Sutures India Pvt. Ltd
8. Sigma-Aldrich, Inc. (Merck KGaA)
9. Teleflex Incorporated
10. The Chemours Company

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