Polyamides Market Size, Share, Opportunities, And Trends By Sub Resin Type, End-User Industry, and Geography - Forecasts From 2025 To 2030

Report CodeKSI061616920
PublishedDec, 2025

Description

Polyamides Market Size:

The polyamides market is expected to register a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.8% during the forecast period.

Polyamides Market Highlights:

  • Lightening automotive components: Polyamides are replacing metal parts.
  • Enhancing electrical insulation: Materials support high-voltage wiring.
  • Expanding aerospace applications: Composites are reducing aircraft weight.
  • Driving Asia-Pacific dominance: Manufacturing hubs are boosting production.
  • Strengthening construction barriers: PA66 is improving structural durability.
  • Advancing aramid fibers: High-strength variants are entering defense.
  • Promoting bio-based innovations: Sustainable polyamides are gaining traction.

The polyamide market is regarded as a dynamic and thriving industry that is playing an imperative role in multiple industries, resulting in shaping the future of materials engineering. These polyamides are known for their efficient properties, such as their high versatility as well as their high-performance polymers, which make them renowned for their exceptional mechanical strength, thermal stability, and chemical resistance. The market is serving its purpose of meeting the increasing demand for advanced materials in sectors such as automotive, electronics, consumer goods, and packaging.

  • The rising demand for lightweight materials, which is essential in the improvement of fuel efficiency and the reduction of carbon emissions in the automotive industry, is a major driver for the polyamide market. The increasing focus on sustainability and environmental concerns has led to a shift towards the use of polyamides in automotive air intake manifolds, which offer significant weight reduction and improved performance. This trend is expected to continue, driving the demand for polyamides in the automotive sector.
  • Another significant driver is the expansion of the electronics sector, which is playing a major role in driving the polyamides market growth. The expanding electronics sector demands heat-resistant materials, imperative for the circuit boards and connectors. In this regard, polyamides offer resistance to high temperatures, which is imperative along with superior thermal stability, making these polyamides an ideal choice for their efficient use in the electronics sector. The growing demand for advanced electronic devices and the increasing need for reliable and durable components are simultaneously driving the adoption of polyamides in the electronics industry.

Polyamides Market Growth Drivers:

  • The aramid segment by sub-resin type is likely to be the fastest-growing type during the forecast period

In the coming years, the aramid segment by the sub-resin type is expected to be the fastest growing segment owing to the increasing demand for para-aramid fibers, which are efficiently used in various applications such as frictional materials, security and protection, rubber reinforcement, as well as optical fibers. The para-aramid fibers are known for their high strength-to-weight ratio, high temperature resistance, and excellent chemical resistance, making them highly desirable for these applications. The demand for these para-aramid fibers is expected to grow owing to their increasing use in various industries such as aerospace, electrical, and electronics, and even in high-performance materials. Additionally, the growing demand for high-performance materials in various end-use industries is also driving the growth of the para-aramid fibers market.

The aramid is segmented into two para-aramid which have certain advantages as mentioned above, and the second one is meta-aramid fibers, which are used in applications such as tire reinforcement, aerospace, and electrical insulations. These meta-aramid fibers are further expected to grow at a slower rate than para-aramid fibers. Overall, the aramid segment by sub-resin type is expected to be the fastest-growing type during the forecast period due to the increasing demand for para-aramid fibers and their growing use in various applications.

  • The growing application of polyamides in the automotive industry

The automotive industry is regarded as a significant end-user in the polyamides industry, which is driven by the increasing demand for high-performance and lightweight materials. Polyamides are used in various applications within the automotive sector, including air intake manifolds, engine covers, rocker valve covers, airbag containers, and various interior and exterior parts offer improved thermal stability, chemical resistance as well and mechanical strength, which makes them ideal for high-performance applications. 

The use of polyamides in the automotive industry, especially for the automotive air intake manifolds, holds an essential example of their growing application. These manifolds, which were previously made of metal, were not an ideal choice, but with the introduction of polyamides, they have become an essential choice owing to their reduced production costs, lower weight, and improved fuel efficiency.

Polyamides Market Geographical Outlook:

  • Asia Pacific region is expected to dominate the polyamides market during the forecast period.

The major economies like China, Japan, India, and South Korea dominate the Asia-Pacific region. Some of the fastest-growing emerging economies are from this region, such as the ASEAN countries. India and China have about 35.5% of the world's population. The Asia Pacific region is expected to dominate the polyamides market during the forecast period, owing to the region being the home of several countries, as mentioned above, constituting significant production capacities that drive the demand for eco-friendly materials. 

There are several factors that are driving the growth of the market in the APAC region, such as the growing automotive sector, in particular mainly because polyamides are light in weight and are high-performance materials, which makes them the perfect component. Furthermore, the region's textile and industrial sectors are also contributing to the growth of polyamides. This growth is attributed to the increasing use of polyamides in various applications, including automotive, textiles, and industrial sectors, which is expected to continue driving the market in the region.

Two additional reasons contributing to the Asia Pacific region's dominance in the polyamide market are the presence of major manufacturers and the growing demand for high-performance materials.

Polyamides Market Key Developments:

  • November 2025: Evonik successfully completed trial production of its second polyamide reactor in Shanghai, doubling its regional production capacity for long-chain polyamides (PA12) to meet automotive and consumer demand.
  • October 2025: BASF expanded its sustainable portfolio in North America by launching Ultramid® LowPCF and Ultramid® BMB, reducing the carbon footprint of nylon 6 by up to 50% through mass-balanced renewable feedstock.
  • July 2025: Arkema announced a $20 million investment to construct a new production unit in Singapore, set to triple its global capacity for Rilsan® Clear transparent bio-based polyamides by early 2026.
  • April 2025: At CHINAPLAS 2025, TE Connectivity and BASF showcased automotive connectors using Ultramid® Ccycled® circular polyamide, integrating recycled content without compromising performance.
  • March 2025: BASF started up the world’s first commercial Loopamid® polyamide 6 plant at its Caojing site in Shanghai, China, producing recycled PA6 from textile waste with a 500 t/year capacity. 

Polyamides Market Scope:

Report Metric Details
Growth Rate CAGR of 4.8%
Study Period 2019 to 2029
Historical Data 2019 to 2022
Base Year 2024
Forecast Period 2024 – 2029
Forecast Unit (Value) USD Billion
Segmentation
  • Sub Resin Type
  • End-User Industry
  • Geography
Geographical Segmentation North America, South America, Europe, Middle East and Africa, Asia Pacific
List of Major Companies in Polyamides Market
  • BASF SE
  • AdvanSix
  • Ascend Performance Materials
  • Celanese Corporation
  • Domo Chemicals
Customization Scope Free report customization with purchase

Polyamides Market Segmentation:

  • By Sub Resin Type
    • Aramid
    • Polyamide (PA) 6
    • Polyamide (PA) 66
    • Polyphthalamide (PPA)
  • By End-User Industry
    • Aerospace
    • Automotive
    • Building and Construction
    • Electrical and Electronics
    • Packaging
    • Industrial and Machinery
    • Others
  • By Geography
    • North America
      • USA
      • Canada
      • Mexico
    • South America
      • Brazil
      • Argentina
      • Others
    • Europe
      • United Kingdom
      • Germany
      • France
      • Italy
      • Spain
      • Rest of Europe
    • Middle East and Africa
      • Saudi Arabia
      • Saudi Arabia
      • United Arab Emirates
      • Rest of Middle East and Africa
    • Asia-Pacific
      • China
      • India
      • Japan
      • South Korea
      • Taiwan
      • Thailand
      • Indonesia
      • Rest of Asia-Pacific

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

The polyamides market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 4.8% during the forecast period.

The polyamides market is poised for steady growth, driven by demand in automotive, electronics, and packaging sectors, with innovation in bio-based materials boosting prospects.

The Asia Pacific region is anticipated to hold a significant share of the polyamides market.

The polyamides market has been segmented by sub resin type, end-user industry, and geography.

Prominent key market players in the polyamides market include Highsun Holding Group, Koch Industries, Inc., LANXESS, RTP Company, Asahi Kasei Corporation, among others.

Table Of Contents

1. INTRODUCTION

1.1. Market Overview

1.2. Market Definition

1.3. Scope of the Study

1.4. Market Segmentation

1.5. Currency

1.6. Assumptions

1.7. Base and Forecast Years Timeline

1.8. Key benefits for the stakeholders

2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY  

2.1. Research Design

2.2. Research Process

3. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

3.1. Key Findings

3.2. Analyst View

4. MARKET DYNAMICS

4.1. Market Drivers

4.1.1. Fast-paced growth of the aviation industry and increased aircraft contracts may aid market growth

4.1.2. Technological advancements in the electronics industry to foster growth 

4.2. Market Restraints

4.2.1. Presence Of Complex Manufacturing Processes

4.2.2. Availability Of The Precursors To Hamper Polyamide Market Growth

4.2.3. Threats from Substitutes

4.3. Porter’s Five Forces Analysis

4.3.1. Bargaining Power of Suppliers

4.3.2. Bargaining Power of Buyers

4.3.3. The Threat of New Entrants

4.3.4. Threat of Substitutes

4.3.5. Competitive Rivalry in the Industry

4.4. Industry Value Chain Analysis

5. POLYAMIDES MARKET BY SUB RESIN TYPE 

5.1. Introduction

5.2. Aramid

5.3. Polyamide (PA) 6

5.4. Polyamide (PA) 66

5.5. Polyphthalamide (PPA)

6. POLYAMIDES MARKET BY END-USER INDUSTRY

6.1. Introduction

6.2. Aerospace

6.3. Automotive

6.4. Building and Construction

6.5. Electrical and Electronics

6.6. Packaging

6.7. Industrial and Machinery

6.8. Others

7. POLYAMIDES MARKET BY GEOGRAPHY

7.1. Global Overview

7.2. North America

7.2.1. United States

7.2.2. Canada

7.2.3. Mexico

7.3. South America

7.3.1. Brazil

7.3.2. Argentina

7.3.3. Rest of South America

7.4. Europe

7.4.1. United Kingdom

7.4.2. Germany

7.4.3. France

7.4.4. Italy

7.4.5. Spain

7.4.6. Rest of Europe

7.5. Middle East and Africa

7.5.1. Saudi Arabia

7.5.2. United Arab Emirates

7.5.3. Rest of Middle East and Africa

7.6. Asia-Pacific

7.6.1. China

7.6.2. India

7.6.3. Japan

7.6.4. South Korea

7.6.5. Taiwan

7.6.6. Thailand

7.6.7. Indonesia

7.6.8. Rest of Asia-Pacific

8. COMPETITIVE ENVIRONMENT AND ANALYSIS

8.1. Major Players and Strategy Analysis

8.2. Market Share Analysis

8.3. Mergers, Acquisitions, Agreements, and Collaborations

8.4. Competitive Dashboard

9. COMPANY PROFILES 

9.1. BASF SE

9.2. AdvanSix

9.3. Ascend Performance Materials

9.4. Celanese Corporation

9.5. Domo Chemicals

9.6. Hangzhou Juheshun New Materials Co., Ltd.

9.7.  Highsun Holding Group

9.8. Koch Industries, Inc

9.9. LANXESS

9.10. RTP Company

9.11. Asahi Kasei Corporation.

Companies Profiled

BASF SE

AdvanSix

Ascend Performance Materials

Celanese Corporation

Domo Chemicals

Hangzhou Juheshun New Materials Co., Ltd.

Highsun Holding Group

Koch Industries, Inc

LANXESS

RTP Company

Asahi Kasei Corporation.

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