The study involved four major activities in estimating the market size for silicone elastomers market. Intensive secondary research was done to gather 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. Post that, the market breakdown and data triangulation procedures were used to estimate the market size of the segments and subsegments.
Secondary Research
Secondary sources used in this study included annual reports, press releases, and investor presentations of companies; white papers; certified publications; articles from recognized authors; and gold standard & silver standard websites such as Factiva, ICIS, Bloomberg, and others. The findings of this study were verified through primary research by conducting extensive interviews with key officials such as CEOs, VPs, directors, and other executives. The breakdown of profiles of the primary interviewees is illustrated in the figure below:
Primary Research
The silicone elastomers market comprises several stakeholders, such as raw material suppliers, end-product manufacturers, and regulatory organizations in the supply chain. The demand side of this market is characterized from key opinion leaders in various applications for the silicone elastomers market. The supply side is characterized by advancements in technology and diverse application industries. Various primary sources from both the supply and demand sides of the market were interviewed to obtain qualitative and quantitative information.
Breakdown of Primary Participants
Note: Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3 companies are classified based on their market revenue in 2022 available in the public domain, product portfolios, and geographical presence.
Other designations include consultants and sales, marketing, and procurement managers.
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COMPANY NAME
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DESIGNATION
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Dow Inc.
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Global Strategy & Innovation Manager
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Wacker Chemie AG
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Technical Sales Manager
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Momentive Performance Materials AG
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Senior Supervisor
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Shin-Etsu Chemical Co., Ltd.
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Production Supervisor
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China National Bluestar (Group) Co., Ltd.
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Production Manager
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Market Size Estimation
Both top-down and bottom-up approaches were used to estimate and validate the total size of the silicone elastomers market. These methods were also used extensively to estimate the size of various subsegments in the market. The research methodology used to estimate the market size includes the following:
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The key players in the industry have been identified through extensive secondary research.
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The supply chain of the industry has been determined through primary and secondary research.
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All percentage shares, splits, and breakdowns have been determined using secondary sources and verified through primary sources.
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All possible parameters that affect the markets covered in this research study have been accounted for, viewed in extensive detail, verified through primary research, and analyzed to obtain the final quantitative and qualitative data.
Silicone elastomers Market: Bottom-Up Approach
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Silicone elastomers Market: Top-Down Approach
Data Triangulation
After arriving at the overall market size—using the market size estimation processes as explained above—the market was split into respective segments and subsegments. To realize the overall market engineering process and arrive at the exact statistics of each market segment and subsegment, the data triangulation, and market breakdown procedures were employed, wherever applicable. The data was triangulated by studying several factors and trends from both the demand and supply sides in the silicone elastomers industry.
Market Definition
Silicone elastomers are rubber-like materials composed of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen, apart from silicone, which is a polymer. They have high heat and oxidative stability, outstanding low-temperature flexibility, and resistance to many chemicals, weathering, ozone, and ultraviolet (UV) sunlight. Their high heat resistance and lower effect on the environment make them suitable for various end-use industries. Their low viscosity helps in easy fabrication/vulcanization in injection molding process. Silicone elastomers are used in automobiles for cure-in-place gaskets and vibration dampers; electronics mold making for prototyping, restoration, furniture, and ornaments; and in household applications as gaskets and O-rings.
High demand for silicone elastomers in electrical & electronics industry are the main factors driving the market for silicone elastomers.
Key Stakeholders
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Silicone elastomers manufacturers
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Raw material manufacturers
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Government planning commissions and research organizations
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Industry associations
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End-use industries
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R&D institutions
Report Objectives
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To analyze and forecast the size of the silicone elastomers market in terms of value and volume
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To provide detailed information regarding key factors, such as drivers, restraints, challenges, and opportunities influencing the growth of the market
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To define, describe, and segment the silicone elastomers market based on type, process and end-use industry
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To forecast the size of the market segments for regions such as Asia Pacific, North America, Europe, South America, and the Middle East & Africa
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To strategically analyze the segmented markets with respect to individual growth trends, prospects, and contribution to the overall market
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To identify and analyze opportunities for stakeholders in the market
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To strategically profile key players and comprehensively analyze their core competencies
Available Customizations
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Regional Analysis
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Further breakdown of a region with respect to a particular country or additional end-use industry or type and process
Company Information
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Detailed analysis and profiles of additional market players (up to five)
Growth opportunities and latent adjacency in Silicone Elastomers Market