The functional films market is expected to increase at a 7.2% CAGR from 2023 to 2033, from USD 27,090.1 million in 2023 to USD 54,294.8 million in 2033.
Several industries in applications have shown interest in functional films:
Functional films are applied to a substrate to give increased functionality and innovative features, hence increasing the product's overall potential. They have other features, such as requiring less energy in processing and being able to be manufactured into complicated structures as needed.
With product developments, it has become necessary to develop and modify functional films. For example, from thick to thin films, it is used in LCD and LED televisions. They have also appeared in semiconductors, wireless communications, integrated circuits, and computer chips.
The operations and financials associated with the fabrication of functional films suffer as a result of price fluctuations in crucial raw materials or disruptions in the supply of major commodities or services. Companies that make functional films are affected in the same way that chemical manufacturers are.
If there are any disruptions in manufacturing operations or the supply chain, it limits the manufacturing process or the sales of functional films. Despite organizations taking precautionary measures to reduce the impact, such as hedging and various risk management tactics, the effect is sometimes inevitable due to unforeseen situations.
The increased demand for touchscreens in everyday activities such as residences, supermarkets, autos, and restaurants, to name a few, is driving up the demand for improved functional films. The increased desire for electric vehicles, fueled by government incentives, vehicles that use less energy and emit less pollution, has resulted in a rise in demand for lithium-ion batteries. As a result, the demand for functional films is increasing.
| Report Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Functional Films Market Value (2023) | USD 27,090.1 million |
| Functional Films Market Anticipated Value (2033) | USD 54,294.8 million |
| Functional Films Market Growth Rate (2023 to 2033) | 7.2% CAGR |
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The functional films market accounted for USD 24,890.8 million in 2018 to USD 25,251.2 million in 2022, expanding at a 0.4% CAGR from 2018 to 2022.
Product differentiation offered by key players is the result of several developments, testing, and research being carried out over the years. There has been a consistent demand from the packaging sector, comprising food packaging and medical packaging. With the onset of urbanization and population growth, the demand for films has grown and driven sales of functional films.
New generations of green organic films and coatings are consistently under development to meet the requirements for food packaging, anti-corrosion, and biomedical applications. In recent years, much more attention has been directed towards the materialization and commercialization of the newly synthesized high-performance environmentally friendly films and coatings made of bio-resource polymers.
| Historical CAGR (2018 to 2022) | 0.4% |
|---|---|
| Forecast CAGR (2023 to 2033) | 7.2% |
As per the FMI analysts, a valuation of USD 54,294.8 million by 2033 end is estimated for the market.
| Year | Market valuation |
|---|---|
| 2016 | USD 16651.26 million |
| 2021 | USD 23573.34 million |
| 2022 | USD 25,251.2 million |
| 2023 | USD 27,090.1 million |
| 2033 | USD 54,294.8 million |
| Countries | Market Share |
|---|---|
| USA | 12.60% |
| Germany | 7.10% |
| Japan | 19.90% |
| Australia | 0.60% |
| Countries | Market CAGR |
|---|---|
| China | 8.20% |
| India | 3.80% |
| United Kingdom | 6.40% |
The presence of some of the established market players has been driving growth in the USA The country is a pioneer in the development of functional films required for various advanced applications. Within the United States market, coating films and optical films have emerged as dominant.
The growth registered in these segments is backed by the presence of some of the leading players from the chemical sector. Raw material suppliers are actively working with these film chemistries for applications in agriculture films and industrial films.
For instance, BASF’s Ultra son application for thin films can be used as a protective layer and electrical insulation for the automotive and electrics and electronics (E&E) industries.
Within China, suppliers in the plastics industry are major drivers of the functional film market. Online activity, online sales, a large consumption base, and proximity to emerging economies have led to major growth in the Chinese market for functional films. China constitutes more than half of the thin-film capacity in the world, and there is a large activity in this country for thin films and industrial films.
Countries in Europe, such as Germany, are considered hotspots for functional films. Some of the film manufacturers have partnered with leading chemical companies from Germany.
These partnerships are aimed at a collaborative effort toward driving profitable solutions while simultaneously serving market needs. The country is likely to generate profitable business in the forecast period. It has a very high market potential considering supply-side development.
The United Kingdom being near other Europe markets gets the benefits of capacity expansions and facility developments for functional film manufacturers. For instance, Coveris installed two new extrusion lines at its Cheshire-based facility in the United Kingdom to support the company’s Pack Positive sustainable growth strategy.
Pack Positive is responsible for the manufacture of more than 40,000 tons of PE film annually, and the new machines create an additional capacity of 5,000 tons of recycle-ready mono-polymer films for the food and manufacturing sector.
Japan is one of the industrialized economies squarely driving market growth. Many fragmented functional films market is based in Japan. It is also home to major growth contributors such as Panasonic Corp and Toppan Printing Ltd. Various expansion strategies undertaken by the leading players in the region are aiding the overall expansion of the market.
For instance, in Oct 2020, Panasonic Commercialized an Anti-Glare Type Anti-Reflection Film for Automotive Displays. The film boasts excellent weather ability conforming to the DIN (Deutsche Industry Norm) Standards and high infrared transmittance.
In Feb 2021, Tokyo-based Toppan Printing developed a fire-extinguishing film that responds to heat by emitting aerosol particles. The new film is targeted toward manufacturers of batteries and electrical appliances.
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Functional films are used in various types of industrial applications and have distributed usage, but the consumption of optical films is higher than other product types. The dominance of this film type is sealed because it can change the transmission characteristics of light, including the projection, absorption, scattering, polarization, and phase change of light.
Holographic films, polarizing films and diffusion films are used in electronics, automotive and other display applications. These films are expected to fuel more demand in the upcoming years, with developments in ADAS technology and electronics industries.
In the current industry scenario, many photovoltaic (PV) applications require films that play a vital role in the PV system. They are easy substitutes for large silicon wafers. Films in solar applications are also viable candidates for blocking sun rays and reducing the intensity of sunlight. Due to their unique ability to absorb, deflect and create barrier layers, their usage is rising in solar systems.
Some of the leading players profiled in FMI’s functional films market include 3M, Dai Nippon Printing Co. Ltd, Toray Industries Inc, SABIC, Covestro AG, and Saint Gobain Films.
The functional films market is a highly competitive one, characterized by the presence of global petrochemical and chemical manufacturers and key players who are actively involved in the printing and packaging sector.
Some players are adopting backward integration, directly purchasing petrochemicals and manufacturing films from scratch. The market is also driven by regional players and new entrants who are aggressively involved in building their brand name. The Tier-1 players hold approximately half the global value share. Drive for product positioning and collaboration are some of the common behavioural trends in the global market.
Some of the leading companies operating in the market are:
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| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Market Size Value In 2023 | USD 27,090.1 million |
| Market Size Value at End of Forecast (2033) | USD 54,294.8 million |
| Market Analysis | USD million for Value |
| Key Region Covered | North America; Latin America; Europe; East Asia; South Asia-Pacific; Middle East & Africa |
| Key Segments | By Product Type, By End Use Industry, By Region |
| Key Companies Profiled | Toppan Printing Co. Ltd; 3M; Dai Nippon Printing Co Ltd; Toyo Ink SC Holdings Co Ltd; Gunze Ltd; Toray Industries Inc; SABIC; Panasonic Corporation; Covestro Ag; Mondi Plc; Innovia Films; Dupont Films; Saint Gobain; Polifilm Gmbh |
| Report Coverage | Market Forecast, Company Share Analysis, Competition Intelligence, DROT Analysis, Market Dynamics and Challenges, and Strategic Growth Initiatives |
| Customization & Pricing | Available upon Request |
The functional films demand is anticipated to inflate at a 7.2% CAGR from 2023 to 2033.
The functional films market is poised to undergo considerable growth, surging from USD 27,090.1 million in 2023 to USD 54,294.8 million by 2033.
Significant functional films demand is seen in China and Germany, driven by the mushrooming electronics and automotive sectors, respectively.
Key market players in functional films industry maintain competitiveness through tech innovation, partnerships, acquisitions, and diversified products.
Consumer purchasing behavior in the functional films market is chiefly steered by product performance, durability, cost-effectiveness, and eco-friendliness.
1. Executive Summary 2. Market Overview 3. Market Background 4. Global Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast, 2023 to 2033 5. Global Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Product Type 5.1. Optical film 5.2. Coating film 5.3. Adhesive film 5.4. Conductive film 5.5. Reflection film 6. Global Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By End-use Industry 6.1. Automotive 6.2. Food & Medical Packaging 6.3. Renewable 6.4. Printing & Packaging 6.5. Other Industrial 7. Global Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Region 7.1. North America 7.2. Latin America 7.3. Europe 7.4. Asia Pacific 7.5. MEA 8. North America Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Country 9. Latin America Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Country 10. Europe Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Country 11. Asia Pacific Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Country 12. MEA Market Analysis 2018 to 2022 and Forecast 2023 to 2033, By Country 13. Key Countries Market Analysis 14. Market Structure Analysis 15. Competition Analysis 15.1. Toppan Printing Co. Ltd 15.2. 3M 15.3. Dai Nippon Printing Co Ltd 15.4. Toyo Ink SC Holdings Co Ltd 15.5. Gunze Ltd 15.6. Toray Industries Inc. 15.7. SABIC 15.8. Panasonic Corporation 15.9. Covestro Ag 15.10. Mondi Plc 15.11. Innovia Films 15.12. Dupont Films 15.13. Saint Gobain 15.14. Polifilm Gmbh 16. Assumptions & Acronyms Used 17. Research Methodology
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