DUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Global High and Ultra High Molecular Weight Polyethylene Market Insights, Opportunity Analysis, Market Shares and Forecast, 2016 - 2022" report to their offering.
The global high and ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene is been driven by its increasing application in the joint replacement surgery within the medical industry which makes it one of the key end user industry for the polyethylene. Around 4.7 million Americans are living with an artificial knee in the current scenario which creates a significant opportunity for the ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene.
Increasing base of geriatric population in Japan, Europe and in the U.S. has influenced the joint replacements need in these regions which in turn will impact the global ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene market. Favorable properties of conventional polymers for various applications in various end user industries such as healthcare, automotive, sports equipment, defense, construction and shipbuilding has boosted its demand in the recent past.
These properties include superior impact strength, high abrasion resistance, and higher flexibility, low reactivity to chemicals & additives and low friction coefficient. The ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene is being increasing accepted within the defense industry for anti-ballistic and personal protective equipment applications. Numerous government initiatives to encourage its usage over other polymers for defense applications are anticipated to develop its market. However, high price of these polyethylene's in comparison to other polymers such as PVC, polypropylene, polystyrene and LDPE is expected to be the hamper the growth of the market.
Companies Mentioned:
- Asahi Kasei,
- Beijing Eastern Petrochemical
- Braskem
- Celanese Corporation
- Dow Chemicals Company
- Dsm
- Dupont
- Eni Chemicals
- Exxon Chemicals
- Lyondellbasell
- Mitsui Chemicals
- Quadrant (Mitsubishi Plastics)
- Saudi Basic Industries Corporation
- Ticona (Celanese)
- Qilu Petrochemical Engineering
Key Topics Covered:
1. Introduction
2. Market Overview
3. Market Determinants
4. Market Segmentation
5. Geographical Analysis
6. Company Profiles
For more information about this report visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/4krvrq/global_high_and
