Global plastics volume was estimated at 281,047.96 kilotons in 2016. Over the past, there has been considerable demand for plastics as replacement for metals and alloys across various industries such as automotive, industrial machinery and consumer goods. The industry’s criticality lies on technology, since ever-increasing requirement of end-user in terms of product specification and versatility gradually tend to overshadow consumption dynamics. Other factors such as feedstock availability, production process and socio-political events have a significant impact on industry trends.

The styrene butadiene rubber market has been segmented based on three parameters, namely product, application, and region. Based on the product, the market has been segmented into ESBR and S-SBR. Based on the application, the market has been segmented into tire, footwear, polymer modification, adhesive, and others. Based on region, the market has been the market has been segmented into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and Rest of World.

The polyimide films market accounted for USD 1,149.3 million in 2016, and it is projected to gain higher market share over the forecast period. The market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 8.6% by revenue owing to the growing application scope of PI films. Development in aerospace, automotive, electronics, and labeling industry is augmenting the product demand.

过去几年国内合成橡胶能力增速大幅减缓，需求回升，装置利用率不断提高。但进口量也在持续回升，供应过剩与大量进口之间的结构矛盾仍较突出。2017 年橡胶及原料价格大幅上涨，合成橡胶盈利能力略有好转。2018年汽车增长乏力拖累橡胶需求，供应快速增加，合成橡胶行业利润水平不及上年。从近年发展趋势看，东南亚已成为全球合成橡胶高端品种新的生产地区，中东、俄罗斯也在加快合成橡胶产能布局，中国未来合成橡胶生产成本有望大幅降低；从需求趋势看，合成橡胶正向高端化、定制化方向发展，同时热塑性弹性体对部分传统硫化橡胶的替代也成为发展趋势。

综述了国内外乙丙橡胶的生产及市场情况，对市场发展趋势进行了分析及预测，并对国内乙丙橡胶行业发展提出了几点建议。

2017年本产业受到进口产品的竞争排挤，加上国内下游食品包装用膜需求下滑，又本产业海外市场竞争压力仍大，故2017年我国塑料膜袋制造业销售值年增率小幅衰退达2.82%。2018年第一季由于国内扩大限塑范围，影响国内市场对购物用塑料袋需求下滑，又塑料膜袋市场所面临的同业产能竞争压力仍大，估计2018年第一季本产业销售值年增率将呈现持续衰退。

Geomembrane is a synthetic membrane lining or a barrier medium, which is used for controlling the migration of fluid or gas in construction, mining and energy sectors. These products are manufactured by impregnation of geotextile with elastomer and polymer spray.

The report is a detailed study of the neoprene fabric market. Neoprene fabric is a material used in the production of various outfits, which are used during fitness activities and for aquatic activities such as diving, swimming, and others. However, over the years, neoprene fabric is increasingly being used in the production of various fashion wear such as tops, skirts and others; and simultaneously has led to the emergence of athleisure fashion trends. The market is analyzed by different end users and the type of fabric available in the market. The market is further studied across North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and LAMEA.

Bioplastics refers to materials that are either biodegradable or non-biodegradable, derived from both renewable and nonrenewable resources. These composites are sustainable materials, which possess the potential to reduce 30–70% of carbon dioxide emission. Increase in environmental concerns and rise in awareness towards the usage of sustainable products have driven the adoption of bio-based and biodegradable plastic composite materials for various applications such as packaging, agriculture, automotive, consumer goods, and others. The report on global bioplastic composites market for injection molding exclusively focuses on the different types of bioplastic composites available in the market. Moreover, it analyzes government regulations & policies to provide information on the current market trends in different geographies and suggests future growth opportunities. In addition, the report covers the overall value of different types of materials used in bioplastic composites across the globe.

Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) is the third largest selling plastic commodity, after polyethylene and polypropylene. PVC offers several benefits over other materials such as high chemical resistance, prolonged durability, low cost, recyclability, and others, thus replacing wood, metal, concrete, and clay in different applications. Piping and piping systems are one of the major applications of PVC resin. PVC pipes are manufactured by extrusion method in a variety of dimensions such as solid wall or cellular core construction. These are corrosion resistant, cost-effective, flame resistant, easy to install & handle, environmentally sound, and have long service life. They find their application in irrigation; water supply; sewer & drain; plumbing; oil & gas; heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC); and others.