The global sales of case material are estimated to be worth USD 2.0 billion in 2021 and are anticipated to reach a value of USD 2.9 billion by 2031. Sales are projected to rise at a CAGR of 3.5% over the forecast period between 2021 and 2031. The revenue generated by case material in 2020 was USD 1.9 billion.
The demand for case material arises because of the increasing need for durable, lightweight, and cost-effective materials across industries dealing in electronics, automotive, and consumer goods. There is an upward trend toward sustainable and recyclable case materials since manufacturers mostly focus on delivering better product protection while reducing the environmental impact of their products.
The technological advancement in material science, such as high-performance composites, also leads to driving factors behind market growth. This, together with the growth in e-commerce and the need for solid packaging, keeps the demand for innovation in case materials on the forefront.
Global Case Material Industry Assessment
| Attributes | Key Insights |
|---|---|
| Historical Size, 2020 | USD 1.9 billion |
| Estimated Size, 2021 | USD 2.0 billion |
| Projected Size, 2031 | USD 2.9 billion |
| Value-based CAGR (2021 to 2031) | 3.5% |
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Packaging industries are the prime utilizers of case material due to recent development on online shopping patterns. The packaging industry continues to emphasize the importance of shipments during inclement weather.
Due to better physical and chemical properties plastic will outshine metals as raw material despite of strict environmental regulations. On the other hand, players in the case material industry may face problems as a result of the growing popularity of 'custom-designed' paper-based protective cases, which offer cost savings.
But with increasing regulation by various government bodies for environment protection to control global warming has created clouds of worry for the manufacturers. Increasing the variety of a diverse range of materials - including plastic, metal, and leather - to experiment with and stimulate creativity, manufacturers have a lot of options to choose from.
Furthermore, the adaptability of plastic materials for the production of cases of any shape or size, as well as their lightness and strength, is expected to remain a crucial lever for their widespread acceptance. In turn, as consolidation-seeking manufacturers become more concerned about environmental sustainability, metal's importance in the development of protective casings will expand at an exponential rate.
The prominent regions included in the FMI on “Global case material market” are North America, Latin America, Europe, East Asia, South Asia & Oceania and Middle East and Asia.
Asia Pacific is prominent region holding major revenue share of market. As China is the largest producer and exporter of plastic goods. India and Japan are following the footprints of China due to high demand of product from all over the globe.
During the evaluation period, the regional market is expected to be driven by changing lifestyles and rising disposable income. Rapid development and an increase in the number of households due to population expansion are two other major drivers propelling market growth in the region.
Succeeding Asia Pacific followed by Europe in which Germany accounts for the majority of the market share in Europe market and is predicted to grow at a CAGR of 3.4% over the forecast period. The market in the region is being driven by the high use of various types of cookware which need to transported and packed for safe delivery.
Whereas, North America and Latin America are anticipated to capture a significant portion of the market share. On the other hand MEA, is showing the stagnant growth throughout the projection period.
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Plastic is preferred by manufacturers for protective cases. During the projected period, polypropylene is expected to lead the market in terms of market share. These cases are used to safeguard components and consumer products from harm, such as electronic components, military equipment, and delicate items that must be protected from environmental changes.
Polypropylene's high heat coefficient, combined with its excellent impact resistance, gives great value to protective case qualities. Leading players are opting for aluminum over steel in metal protective cases, which is predicted to rise at a significant rate over the projection period.
The major players in the case material market
The capacity of market participants to adapt to the changing nature of the cases material market is critical to their success. Manufacturers requires to go beyond their traditional production capabilities to fulfil the latent potential of custom development, ensuring their clients' loyalty.
Expanding the value-added product portfolio might provide improved exposure prospects for market participants in this concentrated context, where there are a few, yet well-established market leaders.
Players are aggressively pursuing a substantial portion of the market, utilizing both organic and inorganic expansion strategies. Alliances, acquisitions, and a steady expansion of their global internet sales and distribution network were the main goals.
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