Elastomers Market Size, Share and Trends 2025 to 2034

The global elastomers market size is accounted at USD 109.59 billion in 2025 and is forecasted to hit around USD 175.02 billion by 2034, representing a CAGR of 5.34% from 2025 to 2034. The Asia Pacific elastomers market size was estimated at USD 44.73 billion in 2024 and is expanding at a CAGR of 5.46% during the forecast period. The market sizing and forecasts are revenue-based (USD Million/Billion), with 2024 as the base year.

  • Last Updated : 13 Sep 2023
  • Report Code : 1772
  • Category : Chemical and Material

Elastomers Market Size and Forecast 2025 to 2034

The global elastomers market size was estimated at USD 104.03 billion in 2024 and is anticipated to reach around USD 175.02 billion by 2034, expanding at a CAGR of 5.34% from 2025 to 2034. A rise in construction and infrastructure development, especially in Asia Pacific is leading to high demand in the elastomers market.

Elastomers Market Size 2025 to 2034

Elastomers Market Key Takeaways

  • Asia Pacific dominated the global market with the largest market share of 43% in 2024.
  • North America is projected to expand at the notable CAGR during the forecast period.
  • By product, the thermosets segment contributed the highest market share in 2024.
  • By product, the thermoplastic segments is estimated to be the fastest-growing segment during the forecast period.
  • By application , the automotive segment captured the biggest market share in 2024.

How is AI Changing Elastomers?

Artificial intelligence (AI) based tools benefits for elastomers include reduced development time, improved efficiency, and increased accuracy. AI can drive the down the time taken to perform a task. AI can operate 24/7 without breaks or interruptions and has no downtime. AI can increase the capabilities of the capabilities of differently abled individuals. AI can speed up methods and processes in elastomers research and development. These factors help the growth of the elastomers market. 

Asia Pacific Elastomers Market Size and Growth 2025 to 2034

The Asia Pacific elastomers market size was exhibited at USD 44.73 billion in 2024 and is projected to be worth around USD 76.13 billion by 2034, growing at a CAGR of 5.46% from 2025 to 2034.

Asia Pacific Elastomers Market Size 2025 to 2034

Asia Pacific region dominates the growth of the elastomers market. As is an increasing demand for automatic production across the nations the market is expected to grow. Increased production of automotives in Thailand China India and Indonesia are driving the market growth period rapid industrialization and rapid urbanization in these developing nations is driving the manufacturing industries as well as the construction industries in this region.

Elastomers Market Share, By Region, 2024 (%)

The growing construction and manufacturing industries are creating a demand for elastomers. Many original equipment manufacturers are shifting their basis to the markets that have low operational cost. By reducing the cost of manufacturing they're also escalating the demand for various passenger cars. This creates or demand for elastomers.

Market Overview

Any list tomorrow is a high molar mass polymeric material which has the characteristics of elasticity. This characteristic helps in regaining the original shape after deformation. In the manufacturing of tire rubbers thermoset elastomers are widely used. For manufacturing sealants, hoses and tubes thermoplastic elastomers are used. Elastomers are primarily used in gaskets bellows, hoses, floor, instrument panel skins and for sound management inside the car. It is widely used in almost all parts of the car in the form of wire, cable and coatings. The pandemic had a negative effect on the market demand for elastomers. But there was an increased demand for elastomers in gown, drapes, gloves and other medical products. Elastomers of used in wide range of applications due to their extensive properties like high thermal stability, high tensile strength, great chemical resistance, low shrinkage and great designing flexibility.

Elastomers Market Growth Factors

  • The demand for elastomers is increasing for the heating, ventilation and air conditioning industry. The demand for elastomers is increasing for producing the construction industry materials like the coatings, tubes, adhesives and all the other materials are driving the market growth.
  • Advancements in the automotive industry and increased car builds are increasing the consumption of elastomers. Thermoset rubber is a type of elastomer which is used in automotive tires.
  • Due to the properties like ease of processing, greater design freedom, versatility, ability to be recycled and lightweight the thermoplastic elastomers will be widely used in the transportation industry as well as the automotive industry.
  • The use of high-performance thermoplastic elastomers provides an advantage of design and strength which could be comparable with the steel it also helps in reducing the overall weight and reducing the greenhouse gas emission.

Market Scope

Report Coverage Details
Market Size in 2025 USD 109.59 Billion
Market Size by 2034 USD 175.02 Billion
Market Growth Rate from 2025 to 2034 CAGR of 5.34%
Largest Market Asia Pacific
Fastest Growing Region North America
Base Year 2024
Forecast Period 2025 to 2034
Segments Covered Product, Type, Application, Process, Region
Regions Covered North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America and Middle East & Africa

Product Insights

The thermosets segment had the largest market share till the recent years and the thermoset segment shall have the highest growth during the forecast period. This product has application in various industries. It helps in enhancing the integrity of the product map and improve the mechanical properties of the product. Thermosets are extremely resistant towards chemicals as well as heat. Thermostats are extremely cost effective materials which are used in the manufacturing of sealed products as they have great resistance to deformation.

The thermoplastic elastomer segment shall also have a good growth during the forecast period. Thermoplastic elastomers are extremely tough, flexible and they offer superior electrical properties. The performance of the thermoplastic elastomers is exceptionally good even in extremely low temperatures. This product has high tensile property and it can withstand abrasion and tear. Thermoplastic elastomers are costly as compared to the thermoset elastomers.

Application Insights

The automotive segment had the largest application of elastomers. There is an increased demand for elastomers in the automotive segment. The rapid increase in the demand for automobiles and stringent government regulation which are preventing the toxic emissions are creating growth opportunities for the elastomers across the globe. Many major market players are making use of elastomers in order to reduce the product weight and the product size. As there are stringent government rules for the reduction of carbon emission and reducing fuel consumption these factors are expected to drive the market growth period the medical segment is also expected to be the fastest growing segment during the forecast period.

Thermoplastic elastomers have properties like high insulation and molding they have great usage in medical field. They are used in the manufacturing of medical gaskets and stoppers. Thermoplastic elastomers are able to fit in all sorts of gaps as they are extremely flexible so this helps in creating a larger demand for these products. Elastomers has great application in the automotive industry. It is used in door handles, rocker panels, dashboards, vibrating damping pads, rear windows, interiors, wipers, gear knobs, body seals etc. As the passengers vehicle provide a better value for money the there is an increased demand for passenger vehicles in the market. The growth of passenger cars was supported by the demand in countries like Russia Brazil and China.

Furthermore, the sale of elastomer across the medical industry registers significant growth mainly because of its unique and variable properties, that includes low-temperature flexibility, fungus resistance, acid/base resistance, tensile strength, excellent hydrolytic stability, fluid resistance, excellent translucency, and easy sterilization. In accordance to these properties, elastomer is has witnessed diverse range of applications across the medical field, that includes gas supply, drug patches, medical bags, drug delivery, chest drainage, wound dressing, surgical instruments, peristaltic pump catheters, needleless syringes, valves, stoppers, ventilation bags, bottles,and vial caps. Elastomers are increasingly preferred owing to their recycling capability along with its cost effectiveness nature over conventional materials that were already being used across the market since long time for example latex, silicone, and PVC. Application of elastomers across the medical sector has registered high demand across the developed nations of North America coupled with Western Europe. In addition, the demand for the same expected to increase at a rapid pace in the developing countries such as Asia-Pacific during the upcoming years.

Elastomers Market Companies

  • BASF SE (Germany)
  • E. I. du Pont de Nemours and Company (U.S.)
  • Lanxess AG (Germany)
  • The Dow Chemical Company (U.S.)
  • JSR Corporation (Japan)

Latest Announcement by Industry Leaders

  • In March 2024, groundbreaking polyolefin elastomer (POE) based artificial leather or eco-friendly leather substitute, marking its debute in the global automotive seating market was launched by Dow. Dow’s Asia Pacific commercial vice president, Bambang Candra expressed excitement about introducing this innovative solution, which extends beyond automotive applications to sporting goods, furniture, fashion, and accessories. With a focus on sustainability and performance, the company aims to forge partnerships to explore new possibilities and cater to evolving market demands, offering brands cost-effective options that prioritise product appearance and customer experience.

Recent Developments

  • In November 2023, a line of thermoplastic elastomers made from marine waste plastics was launched by a global supplier of innovative elastomer materials, Audia Elastomers.
  • In February 2024, LANXESS India expanded Rhenodiv production plant in Jhagadia. This milestone demonstrates lANXESS’s dedication to environmental responsibility, process safety, sustainability, and innovation in tyre and elastomer manufacture.

Segments Covered in the Report

By Product

  • Thermoplastics
    • Styrenic Block Copolymers (TPS)
    • Polyolefin Blends (TPO)
    • Thermoplastic Polyurethanes (TPU)
    • Elastomeric Alloys (TPV)
    • Other Thermoplastic Elastomers
  • Thermosets
    • Nitrile Rubber (NBR)
      • Carboxylated Nitriles (XNBR)
      • Hydrogenated Nitrile (HNBR)
    • Ethylene Propylene (EPR)
    • Fluorocarbon Elastomers (FKM)

By Type

  • General Purpose
    • Styrene-butadiene Rubber(SBR)
    • Poly-butadiene rubber (BR)
    • Polyisoprene (PIR)
    • Natural rubber (SR)
    • Synthetic Rubber(SR)
  • Specialty Elastomers
    • Nitrile rubber (NBR)
    • Butyl Rubber (IIR)
    • Silicone Rubber
    • Fluorocarbon Elastomers
    • PU (Thermoset)
  • Thermoplastic Elastomer
    • Polyamide Elastomers
    • Polypropylene Elastomer
    • Olefin Elastomers (TPO)
    • Others

By Application

  • Consumer goods
  • Medical
  • Industrial
  • Automotive
  • Sports
  • Electronics

By Process

  • Extrusion
  • Injection Moulding
  • Blow Moulding
  • Compression Moulding
  • Others

By Geography

  • North America
    • U.S.
    • Canada
  • Europe
    • U.K.
    • Germany
    • France
  • Asia-Pacific
    • China
    • India
    • Japan
    • South Korea
    • Malaysia
    • Philippines
  • Latin America
    • Brazil
    • Rest of Latin America
  • Middle East & Africa (MEA)
    • GCC
    • North Africa
    • South Africa
    • Rest of the Middle East & Africa

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Frequently Asked Questions

The global elastomers market size was reached at USD 104.03 billion in 2024 and it is anticipated to rake around USD 175.02 billion by 2034.

The global elastomers market is expected to drive growth at a CAGR of5.34% during the forecast period 2025 to 2034.

The major players operating in the elastomers market are BASF SE (Germany), E. I. du Pont de Nemours and Company (U.S.), Lanxess AG (Germany), The Dow Chemical Company (U.S.), JSR Corporation (Japan).

The demand for elastomers is increasing for the heating, ventilation and air conditioning industry. The demand for elastomers is increasing for producing the construction industry materials like the coatings, tubes, adhesives and all the other materials are driving the market growth.

Asia Pacific region will lead the global elastomers market over the next ten years.

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