Recycled Terephthalic Acid Market

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Recycled Terephthalic Acid Market by Process (Hydrolysis, Pyrolysis), Application (Fiber, Films, Resins), End-Use Industry (Textiles, Automotive, Construction, Packaging) - Global Forecast to 2029

Overview

The global Recycled terephthalic acid (rTPA) market is valued at USD 2.34 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 2.90 billion by 2029, growing at 4.4% cagr from 2024 to 2029. Recycled terephthalic acid, is derived chemically from a wide range of PET products, including bottles, textiles, and many other forms of packaging. It therefore represents the green alternative to virgin TPA which is traditionally produced from petrochemical sources.

This market is mainly driven by rising environmental awareness, coupled with the regulatory frameworks encouraging plastic recycling, and the growing shift towards sustainable materials across industries like textiles, packaging, construction, and automotive. Additionally, a large number of nationwide campaigns for waste reduction and sustainability and the corporate initiatives to achieve circular economy goals have been promoting Recycled terephthalic acid consumption. The use of recycled content also assists manufacturers in meeting environmental targets and attracts the attention of consumers looking for environment-friendly products.

Attractive Opportunities in the Recycled Terephthalic Acid (rTPA) Market

Asia Pacific

The market in Asia Pacific is expected to witness high growth during the forecast period due to increasing environmental regulations, rising awareness of recycled terephthalic acid from industries such as textiles, and packaging.

Recycled TPA enables production of biodegradable plastics and PET, driving sustainable chemical innovation and circular economy

Advances in chemical recycling technologies present an opportunity for producing high purity rTPA that is comparable to virgin TPA

The Asia Pacific recycled terephthalic acid market is expected to be worth USD 1.24 billion by 2029, growing at CAGR of 4.7% during the forecast period.

Challenges in current recycling technologies limit efficient processing of colored and blended plastics.

Global Recycled Terephthalic Acid (rTPA) Market Dynamics

DRIVER: Increasing focus on environmental sustainability and the need to reduce reliance on fossil resources

Environmental sustainability and a need to reduce fossil resources are some of the key drivers that are boosting demand for recycled terephthalic acid. Governments and consumers seek out solutions that are sustainable, aimed at combatting climate change and reducing the plastic waste footprint in the environment. Since virgin PET production largely depends on fossil-based raw material origin, such as crude oil, a shift to Recycled terephthalic acid would allow for a reduction in carbon emissions and increase resource efficiency. Many of these companies are embracing recycled terephthalic acid worldwide, such as those packaging-related, textile, and automotive sectors, due to their agreements with sustainability and possible campaigns worldwide.

It is adopted widely as it enables the implementation of circular economy applications, hence materials can be recycled instead of being sent to landfills or to the ocean. It helps businesses reduce non-renewable resources usage and minimize the environmental footprint. Rising regulations that increase usage of recycled content within the products, especially in Europe and North America, are also driving the usage of Recycled terephthalic acid. This is also because companies are using Recycled terephthalic acid based products to meet consumer demand for eco-friendly alternatives, as customers increasingly prefer brands with strong environmental commitments. Business now utilizes it as an alternative source since fossil resources will not be economically viable in the years ahead due to price volatility and environmental regulations.

RESTRAINT: High Capital Costs of Advanced Recycling Technologies Limit Scalability of Chemical Recycling Processes

The main constraint for the scale-up of chemical recycling processes is the high capital cost of such advanced recycling technologies, which restricts the growth of rTPA market. Chemical recycling breaks down post-consumer PET waste back to its original monomers in order to produce high purity rTPA which requires advanced equipment, high amounts of energy input, and specific infrastructures. Such facilities require a significant amount of the initial investment to be established and operational, and by this reason, even companies of small and medium size find it difficult to adopt the technologies at an industrial scale.

Furthermore, required maintenance and upgrading continuously raise the up costs for operation and decrease the economic viability of chemical recycling. Chemical recycling plants in addition have to comply with strict environmental norms that increase compliance costs. Permitting, safety requirements, and emissions control complicate the process and slow down the deployment of new plants. These financial and regulatory challenges discourage many manufacturers from investing in chemical recycling, thereby limiting availability of high-quality rTPA in the market. Disintegrated collection systems in most regions combined with difficulties in sorting contaminated waste also reduce the efficiency in chemical recycling, reducing the supply of rTPA.

 

OPPORTUNITY: Rising Demand for rPET in fashion and textiles presents opportunities for sustainable rTPA production

The demand for rPET in the fashion as well as in the textile industries opens tremendous opportunities towards sustainable production of rTPA. As most consumers are becoming environmentally conscious, brands opt for recycled polyester fibers from rTPA to meet sustainability goals. Most fashion houses, sportswear brands, and fast fashion companies have started adopting rPET fabrics as a response to the need to curb the carbon footprint. This conversion supports a circular economy by rejuvenating post-consumer PET waste to become high-quality fibers used in textiles for clothing, shoes, and home furnishings.

The fashion industry also responds to regulatory pressures by encouraging regions like the European Union to use recycled content in textiles, thereby reducing plastic waste and promoting resource efficiency. Leading brands are setting public commitments to increase the proportion of recycled material in their collections, and thus are further accelerating demand for rTPA-based rPET fibers. Textile manufacturers are subsequently looking for reliable sources of rTPA in order to make sustainable polyester yarns that do not compromise durability, comfort, and performance of the fabrics. Furthermore, the collaboration between the fashion businesses and recycling industries may also enable these industries to establish closed-loop systems, thereby ensuring successful collection, recycling, and reuse of PET-based products.

CHALLENGES: Challenges in Current Recycling Technologies Limit Efficient Processing of Coloured and blended PET Plastics

Current recycling technologies face challenges in the efficient processing of coloured and blended PET plastics. Consequently, coloured and mixed PETs are an important barrier to the growth of the rTPA market. Mechanical recycling techniques work efficiently for clear PET but face challenges with the coloured and mixed plastics since dyes and additives normally degrade the quality of the recycled product. In any case, such impurities in rPET may affect its transparency and properties; the possibility of applicability in certain industries might be affected, where high-purity grade products are required, like food packaging or technical textile applications. In other words, the colored PET waste is mostly downcycled into lower-value products or ends up in a landfill and decreases feedstock availability for the production of high-quality rTPA. These materials cannot easily be separated with current technologies, so recovery of pure PET for conversion into rTPA is a challenging process. Chemical recycling methods, which can cleave PET to its monomers regardless of color or blend, look very promising but are still costly and difficult to scale. High operation costs and energy consumption in chemical recycling make chemical recycling not economically feasible for many recycling facilities, thereby limiting the availability of rTPA generated from these complex waste streams.

Global Recycled Terephthalic Acid (rTPA) Market Ecosystem Analysis

Prominent companies in this market include well-established, financially stable manufacturers of the Recycled terephthalic acid (rTPA) market. The profiled companies have been operating in the market for several years and possess a diversified product portfolio and strong global sales and marketing networks. Analyzing the ecosystem reveals how many entities collaborate or compete to address the worldwide issue of microplastic contamination. The value of ecosystem analysis in the Recycled terephthalic acid (rTPA) market is its ability to uncover essential relationships among key stakeholders. It identifies the variables driving technological innovation, regulatory pressures, and market demand.

 

Pyrolysis to be the fastest growing process segment of Recycled terephthalic acid (rTPA) market during forecast period

The pyrolysis segment is the fastest growing in the rTPA market because it can process contaminated and mixed PET waste that could not be processed economically by conventional recycling processes. Furthermore, with increasing global efforts to reduce plastic waste, various industries and governments are opting for pyrolysis to turn PET into valuable chemical feedstocks, including rTPA. This method is flexible since it accommodates mixed plastics with minimal sorting. The second reason pyrolysis is considered to be an attractive process is that it yields several byproducts, including oils and gases, which can be used as alternative fuels, thus making the process more economic. Pyrolysis plants are also scalable and thus appealing to large recycling operators who are wanting to increase their capacity and thus, henceforth, meet regulatory mandates for recycling plastics. Technological advances catalyze this growth too since new pyrolysis systems can offer advantages over others, depending on energy efficiency, emissions reduction, and better control of output. The investments in the pyrolysis-based recycling facilities have increased as global awareness on plastic pollution grows. Companies are now looking for partnerships and collaborations for building large-scale PET-waste-processing pyrolysis plants, particularly in Asia, which is challenged with managing huge plastic volumes in the country.

Fiber to be fastest growing application segment during forecast period

The fastest-growing application in the rTPA market is the fiber segment. This is due to the growing demand for sustainable textiles and the shift towards circular fashion models. The fiber, obtained from rTPA, has become a new substitute for virgin polyester that contributes to a lesser environmental impact on the textile industry. Major fashion brands are incorporating rPET fibers in their product lines to meet consumers' needs for sustainable clothing as part of the global initiatives adopted toward sustainable development. The production of rPET fibers conserves natural resources since it avoids reliance on non-renewable resources such as petroleum-based raw material sources while reducing carbon emissions as compared to traditional materials.

On the other hand, demand from the fiber segment would also come from the growing pressure of regulations and the voluntary commitment of companies to use recycled content in their products. Government campaigns and pressure from environmental organizations are demanding circularity in fashion, which is encouraging both consumers and companies towards recycled textiles and fewer textile wastes. The other significant factor is the increased consumer awareness of microplastic pollution and environmental degradation. Because of this, brands are focusing on incorporating recycled rTPA as a responsible alternative.

Textile industry to be fastest growing end-use industry during forecast period

The fastest-growing segment in the rTPA market is the textile industry, driven by significant demand for sustainable fibers, as well as increasing awareness of environmental impacts by consumers and brands. rTPA fiber, textile material derived from PET, offers a sustainable alternative to virgin polymers. Fast-fashion and sportswear companies are being pressurized by regulatory frameworks and consumer demands for transparency and circularity to become more environmentally conscious.

Extended producer responsibility (EPS) schemes have further supported the recycled content utilization process, hence ensuring companies in this sector comply with rTPA requirements. This move toward global circular economy models requires recycling the discarded textiles and plastic wastes to produce new products and creating a feedback loop cycle that sustains demand for rTPA. Also, the rTPA has the benefit of reducing the carbon footprint of virgin polyester, thus enabling companies to achieve their set sustainability targets. The increasing trend of consumer behaviour toward eco-conscious purchasing, and regulatory measures becoming increasingly strict, is driving the demand for recycled polyester. Increasingly, the rTPA market for textile applications is expected to experience rapid growth, thus making it the fastest-growing end-use segment in the rTPA market.

Asia- Pacific to be the fastest growing region during forecast period

Asia-Pacific is the fastest growing region for recycled terephthalic acid, or rTPA, primarily due to strict environment regulations, growing corporate commitments to sustainability, rapid industrialization, and increasing investments in high-tech recycling technologies. Governments are enforcing stringent recycling mandates at both federal and state levels, which compels manufacturers to use rTPA in their products. Countries such as China, India, Indonesia, and Vietnam have been the major drivers for the exponentially rising textile and packaging sectors, thereby increasing the demand for sustainable polyester-based products, such as PET fibers and packaging.

Higher pressure on manufacturers for eco-friendly production are also driving up the need for rTPA as consumers become more conscious about using eco-friendly products. Multinational companies and local players are gradually switching over to recycled alternatives to meet global ESG standards in the textile and packaging industries. A strong emphasis on the development of innovative technology within the region is another factor that fuels growth in the rTPA market. Companies are significantly investing in chemical recycling technologies such as pyrolysis and hydrolysis to commercially scale up rTPA production. Large investments from private and public actors further strengthen prospects for rapid growth in the Asia-Pacifc rTPA market.

HIGHEST CAGR MARKET IN (2024-2029)
CHINA FASTEST GROWING MARKET IN THE REGION

Recent Developments of Recycled Terephthalic Acid (rTPA) Market

  • In May 2024, Plastipak Packaging, Inc. joined Kraft Heinz to change the packaging of KRAFT® Real Mayo and MIRACLE WHIP completely to rPET material.
  • In July 2023, ALPLA invested eight million euros in increasing recycling activities at the Radomsko, Poland facility by adding a third extrusion line.
  • Far Eastern New Century Corporation (FENC) recently completed the expansion of its green PET resin production facility, FE GREEN PET (M) SDN BHD, in Malacca, Malaysia in April 2023.
  • In January 2023, ALPLA inaugurated a new PET recycling plant in Târgu Mures, Romania, with Ecohelp and United Polymer Trading (UPT). The facility will annually recycle up to 18,000 tons of high-quality food-grade rPET from household waste.
  • In January 2023, Biffa strengthened its position within the recycled plastics market by signing an agreement with Esterform Packaging. The former will supply Esterform Packaging with recycled PET produced at the Seaham County Durham facility of Biffa which can recycle over two billion bottles yearly.
  • In January 2022, Plastipak increased its PET recycling capacity at the Bascharage, Luxembourg, facility by 136%
  • In June 2021, Indorama Ventures Public Company Limited completed the acquisition of CarbonLite Holdings' PET recycling facility in Texas to recycle over 3 billion PET plastic beverage bottles yearly.
  • In June 2021, Alpek, S.A.B. de C.V. acquired the state-of-the-art PET recycling and pelletization plant of CarbonLite Recycling LLC based in Pennsylvania for USD 96 million cash and debt-free.
  • In September 2020, Loop Industries and SUEZ announced a strategic partnership to set up the first Infinite Loop facility in Europe to manufacture 100% recycled infinitely recyclable PET plastic.
  • In September 2020, Biffa and Nestlé Waters UK collaborated to deliver 100% recycled polyethylene terephthalate (PET) bottles created exclusively from British recycled plastic.

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Scope of the Report

Report Metric Details
Market size available for years 2021-2029
Base Year Considered 2023
Forecast period 2024-2029
Forecast units Value (USD Million/Billion)
Segments covered Process, application, end-use industry, and Region
Geographies covered Asia Pacific, North America, Europe, Middle East & Africa, and South America

 

Key Questions Addressed by the Report

Which factors influence the growth of the Recycled terephthalic acid (rTPA) market?
The growth of this market can be attributed to increasing concerns regarding plastic pollution and focus on environmental sustainability. The broadening use of Recycled terephthalic acid (rTPA) in packaging, textiles, and automotive ensures sustained demand, further fueling market growth.
Which key factors drive the Recycled terephthalic acid (rTPA) market?
Increasing focus on environmental sustainability, production of biodegradable plastics, economic incentives, and the emphasis on the circular economy.
Who are the major manufacturers?
Major market players Indorama Ventures Public Company Limited. (Thailand), Alpek S.A.B. de C.V. (Mexico), SUEZ (France), ALPLA (Austria), Unifi, Inc. (US), SK chemicals (South Korea), Krones AG (Germany), Far Eastern New Century Corporation (Taiwan), Biffa (England), and Plastipak Holdings, Inc. (US) among others.
What will be the growth prospects of the Recycled terephthalic acid (rTPA) market?
Rising demand in fashion and textiles, and advances in chemical recycling technologies, are further bolstering the market.
Which end-use industry has the largest market share in the Recycled terephthalic acid (rTPA) market?
Packaging end-use industry covers the largest market share.

 

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TITLE
PAGE NO
INTRODUCTION
1
RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
9
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
19
PREMIUM INSIGHTS
34
MARKET OVERVIEW
56
  • 5.1 INTRODUCTION
  • 5.2 MARKET DYNAMICS
    DRIVERS
    RESTRAINTS
    OPPORTUNITIES
    CHALLENGES
  • 5.3 IMPACT OF GEN AI ON RECYCLED TEREPHTHALIC ACID MARKET
    INTRODUCTION
    CHEMICAL COMPANIES EMBRACING AI ACROSS VARIOUS BUSINESS AREAS
    IMPACT OF GEN AI ON RECYCLED TEREPHTHALIC ACID
  • 5.4 TRENDS/DISRUPTIONS IMPACTING CUSTOMER’S BUSINESS
  • 5.5 PRICING ANALYSIS
    AVERAGE SELLING PRICE TREND OF KEY PLAYERS, BY APPLICATION
    AVERAGE SELLING PRICE TREND, BY REGION
    AVERAGE SELLING PRICE TREND, BY APPLICATION
  • 5.6 SUPPLY/VALUE CHAIN ANALYSIS
  • 5.7 INVESTMENT & FUNDING SCENARIO
  • 5.8 ECOSYSTEM/MARKET MAP
  • 5.9 TECHNOLOGY ANALYSIS
    KEY TECHNOLOGIES
    - Depolymerization
    COMPLEMENTARY TECHNOLOGIES
    - Enzymatic Recycling
  • 5.10 PATENT ANALYSIS
  • 5.11 TRADE ANALYSIS
  • 5.12 KEY CONFERENCES AND EVENTS IN 2024-2025
  • 5.13 REGULATORY LANDSCAPE
    REGULATORY BODIES, GOVERNMENT AGENCIES AND OTHER ORGANIZATIONS
    SAMPLE: RECYCLED TEREPHTHALIC ACID MARKET-GLOBAL FORECAST TO 2029
    - North America
    - Europe
    - Asia Pacific
  • 5.14 PORTER’S FIVE FORCES’ ANALYSIS
    THREAT OF NEW ENTRANTS
    THREAT OF SUBSTITUTES
    BARGAINING POWER OF SUPPLIERS
    BARGAINING POWER OF BUYERS
    INTENSITY OF COMPETITION RIVALRY
  • 5.15 KEY STAKEHOLDERS AND BUYING CRITERIAPER
    KEY STAKEHOLDERS IN THE BUYING PROCESS
    BUYING CRITERIA
  • 5.16 CASE STUDY ANALYSIS
  • 5.17 MACRO-ECONOMIC OUTLOOK
RECYCLED TEREPHTHALIC ACID MARKET, BY PROCESS (USD MILLION)
65
  • 6.1 INTRODUCTION
  • 6.2 HYDROLYSIS
  • 6.3 PYROLYSIS
  • 6.4 OTHERS
RECYCLED TEREPHTHALIC ACID MARKET, BY APPLICATION (USD MILLION)
78
  • 7.1 INTRODUCTION
  • 7.2 FIBER
  • 7.3 RESINS
  • 7.4 FILMS
  • 7.5 OTHERS
RECYCLED TEREPHTHALIC ACID MARKET, BY END-USE (USD MILLION)
87
  • 8.1 INTRODUCTION
  • 8.2 TEXTILES
  • 8.3 AUTOMOTIVE
  • 8.4 CONSTRUCTION
  • 8.5 PACKAGING
  • 8.6 OTHERS
RECYCLED TEREPHTHALIC ACID MARKET, BY REGION (USD MILLION & VOLUME)
94
  • 9.1 INTRODUCTION
  • 9.2 NORTH AMERICA
    US
    CANADA
    MEXICO
  • 9.3 EUROPE
    GERMANY
    ITALY
    UK
    FRANCE
    SPAIN
    RUSSIA
    REST OF EUROPE
  • 9.4 APAC
    CHINA
    JAPAN
    INDIA
    SOUTH KOREA
    REST OF APAC
  • 9.5 MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA
    GCC
    - SAUDI ARABIA
    - UAE
    - REST OF GCC COUNTRIES
    SOUTH AFRICA
    REST OF MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA
  • 9.6 SOUTH AMERICA
    BRAZIL
    ARGENTINA
    REST OF SOUTH AMERICA
COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
106
  • 10.1 OVERVIEW
  • 10.2 KEY PLAYER STRATEGIES/RIGHT TO WIN
  • 10.3 REVENUE ANALYSIS
    REVENUE ANALYSIS OF TOP 5 MARKET PLAYERS
  • 10.4 MARKET SHARE ANALYSIS
    MARKET RANKING OF TOP 5 KEY PLAYERS
  • 10.5 BRAND/PRODUCT COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS
  • 10.6 COMPANY EVALUATION MATRIX, KEY PLAYERS, 2023
    STARS
    EMERGING LEADERS
    PERVASIVE PLAYERS
    PARTICIPANTS
    COMPANY FOOTPRINT:KEY PLAYERS, 2023
    - Company Footprint
    - Region Footprint
    - Process Footprint
    - Application Footprint
    - End-Use Industries Footprint
  • 10.7 COMPANY EVALUATION MATRIX: STARTUPS/SMES, 2023
    PROGRESSIVE COMPANIES
    RESPONSIVE COMPANIES
    DYNAMIC COMPANIES
    STARTING BLOCKS
    COMPETITIVE BENCHMARKING:STARTUPS/SMES, 2023
    - Detailed List of Key Startups/SMEs
    - Competitive Benchmarking of Key Startups/SMEs
  • 10.8 COMPANY VALUATION & FINANCIAL METRICS
  • 10.9 COMPETITIVE SCENARIO AND TRENDS
    EXPANSIONS & INVESTMENTS
    AGREEMENTS, COLLABORATIONS, AND JOINT VENTURES
    NEW PRODUCT LAUNCHES
    MERGERS & ACQUISITIONS
COMPANY PROFILE
125
  • 11.1 INDORAMA VENTURES PUBLIC COMPANY LIMITED
    BUSINESS OVERVIEW
    PRODUCTS/SOLUTIONS/SERVICES OFFERED
    RECENT DEVELOPMENTS
    MNM VIEW
    - Key Strengths/Right to Win
    - Strategic Choice Made
    - Weaknesses and Competitive Threats
  • 11.2 ALPEK S.A.B.DE C.V.
  • 11.3 SUEZ SA
  • 11.4 ALPLA
  • 11.5 UNIFI, INC.
  • 11.6 SK CHEMICALS
  • 11.7 KRONES AG
  • 11.8 FAR EASTERN NEW CENTURY CORPORATION
  • 11.9 BIFFA
  • 11.10 PLASTIPAK HOLDINGS, INC.
  • 11.11 OTHER PLAYERS
APPENDIX
156
  • 12.1 INSIGHTS FROM INDUSTRY EXPERTS
  • 12.2 DISCUSSION GUIDE
  • 12.3 AVAILABLE CUSTOMIZATIONS
  • 12.4 CONNECTED MARKET
  • 12.5 RELATED REPORTS

The study involved four major activities in estimating the market size of the recycled terephthalic acids market. Exhaustive secondary research was done to collect information on the market, the peer market, and the parent market. The next step was to validate these findings, assumptions, and sizing with industry experts across the value chain through primary research. Both top-down and bottom-up approaches were employed to estimate the complete market size. Thereafter, the market breakdown and data triangulation procedures were used to estimate the market size of the segments and subsegments.

Secondary Research

In the secondary research process, various secondary sources have been referred to for identifying and collecting information for this study. These secondary sources include annual reports, press releases, investor presentations of companies, white papers, certified publications, trade directories, certified publications, articles from recognized authors, gold standard and silver standard websites, and databases.

Secondary research has been used to obtain key information about the value chain of the industry, monetary chain of the market, the total pool of key recycled terephthalic acids, market classification and segmentation according to industry trends to the bottom-most level, and regional markets. It was also used to obtain information about the key developments from a market-oriented perspective.

 

Primary Research

The Recycled terephthalic acids market comprises several stakeholders in the value chain, which include raw material suppliers, manufacturers, and end users. Various primary sources from the supply and demand sides of the Recycled terephthalic acids market have been interviewed to obtain qualitative and quantitative information. The primary interviewees from the demand side include key opinion leaders in end-use sectors. The primary sources from the supply side include manufacturers, associations, and institutions involved in the Recycled terephthalic acids industry.

Primary interviews were conducted to gather insights such as market statistics, data of revenue collected from the products and services, market breakdowns, market size estimations, market forecasting, and data triangulation. Primary research also helped in understanding the various trends related to chemistry, application, and region. Stakeholders from the demand side, such as CIOs, CTOs, and CSOs were interviewed to understand the buyer’s perspective on the suppliers, products, component providers, and their current usage of Recycled terephthalic acids and future outlook of their business which will affect the overall market.

The breakdown of profiles of the primary interviewees is illustrated in the figure below:

Note: Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3 companies are classified based on their market revenue in 2023 available in the public domain, product portfolios, and geographical presence.

Other designations include sales representatives, production heads, and technicians.

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Market Size Estimation

The top-down approach was used to estimate and validate the size of various submarkets for Recycled terephthalic acids for each region. The research methodology used to estimate the market size included the following steps:

  • The key players in the industry have been identified through extensive secondary research.
  • The supply chain of the industry has been determined through primary and secondary research.
  • The global market was then segmented into five major regions and validated by industry experts.
  • All percentage shares, splits, and breakdowns based on process, application, end-use industry, and regions were determined using secondary sources and verified through primary sources.
  • All possible parameters that affect the markets covered in this research study were accounted for, viewed in extensive detail, verified through primary research, and analyzed to get the final quantitative and qualitative data. This data was consolidated and added with detailed inputs and analysis and presented in this report.

Data Triangulation

After arriving at the total market size from the estimation process Recycled terephthalic acids above, the overall market has been split into several segments and sub-segments. To complete the overall market engineering process and arrive at the exact statistics for all the segments and sub-segments, the data triangulation and market breakdown procedures have been employed, wherever applicable. The data has been triangulated by studying various factors and trends from both the demand and supply sides. Along with this, the market size has been validated by using both the top-down and bottom-up approaches and primary interviews. Hence, for every data segment, there have been three sources—top-down approach, bottom-up approach, and expert interviews. The data was assumed correct when the values arrived from the three sources matched.

Market Definition

recycled terephthalic acid is a chemical product acquired by chemical decomposition of waste PET, which are either post-consumer or post-industrial with the objective of reduction in plastic wastes and virgin material reliance. The three steps involved are hydrolysis, glycolysis, and methanolysis, that decompose PET into its two primary monomers, ethylene glycol (EG) and terephthalic acid (TPA). Hydrolysis Hydrolysis is preferred because under specific reaction conditions, water with some catalysts operates well in terms of the yield of high purity TPA. Glycolysis Involves the reaction of PET with ethylene glycol, and methanolysis involves methanol. The recycled terephthalic acid is the most important raw material used to produce rPET commonly applied for bottling packaging containers, and other commodities. Some other uses of recycled terephthalic acid include its use in making recycled polyester fibers for clothing, home furnishings, and industrial textiles. Automotive companies employ recycled terephthalic acid in the production of interior components, and also in the fabrication of durable consumer goods such as products from recycled plastics. Recycling process; it will contribute to the circular economy, that promotes sustainability from a reduced environmental footprint and uphold regulations that support recycling and waste management in making this recycled terephthalic acid a central participant in international efforts toward sustainability on a multicon-textual level that cuts across varied industries.

Stakeholders

  • Recycled terephthalic acids Manufacturers
  • Recycled terephthalic acids Traders, Distributors, and Suppliers
  • Raw Type Suppliers
  • Government and Private Research Organizations
  • Associations and Industrial Bodies
  • R&D Institutions
  • Environmental Support Agencies

Report Objectives

  • To define, describe, and forecast the size of the Recycled terephthalic acids market, in terms of value and volume.
  • To provide detailed information regarding the major factors (drivers, opportunities, restraints, and challenges) influencing the growth of the market.
  • To estimate and forecast the market size based on process, application, end-use industry, and region.
  • To forecast the size of the market with respect to major regions, namely, Europe, North America, Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa, and South America, along with their key countries.
  • To strategically analyze micromarkets1 with respect to individual growth trends, prospects, and their contribution to the overall market.
  • To analyze opportunities in the market for stakeholders and provide a competitive landscape of market leaders.
  • To track and analyze recent development such as announcement in the market.
  • To strategically profile key market players and comprehensively analyze their core competencies.

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