Summary

Report Scope:

The innovative polymer is reactive to physical, chemical and biological stimuli. These include those responsive to changes in pH, temperature, light, mechanical stimuli and self-immolation polymers. Therefore, due to these characteristics of smart polymers, numerous industrial applications have emerged, leading to high growth in the market. This report covers some of the smart polymers' physical, chemical and biological parameters that governments and industries monitor due to their growing technological developments and advancements. This report focuses primarily on smart polymers and their use by end-use industries such as biomedical and biotechnology, building and construction, textile, electrical and electronics, automotive, personal care and cosmetics, packaging and aerospace.

This report on the smart polymers market highlights the strong demand for smart polymers and the technologies that define their differences from regular polymers. New technologies help industries meet regulatory requirements for manufacturing and developing smart polymers. BCC Research analyzed key categories and regions to determine the present and future smart polymers market status and forecasted market growth from 2022 through 2028. This report also discusses market strategies, supply chain structure key players in countries, and driving forces of the market.

The report also features a separate section highlighting the sustainability perspective of the smart polymers market at the global level. This section covers companies' performance on different ESG (environment, social and governance) parameters.

The market size and estimations are provided in terms of value, with 2022 serving as the base year and market forecasts given for the period 2023 to 2028. Regional-level market sizes, with respect to technology and application, are also provided.

Report Includes:

- 180 data tables and 40 additional tables
- An overview of the global market landscape related to the smart polymers
- In-depth analysis of global market trends, featuring historical revenue data for 2022, and estimated figures for 2023. This analysis includes projections of Compound Annual Growth Rates (CAGRs) spanning through 2028.
- Evaluation of the current market size and revenue growth prospects specific to smart polymers, accompanied by a comprehensive market share analysis categorized by stimuli responsive, product type, end use, country, and geographical region
- Details pertaining to different types of smart polymers, their applications and supply chain structure, changing trends in channel partner preferences, and comparisons with those conventional polymers available
- Discussion of future trend and perspectives, as well as some important issues like thermal/mechanical properties and regulatory challenges, of smart polymeric materials
- Review of patents, ESG trends, and emerging technologies related to smart polymers
- Market share analysis of the key companies of the industry and coverage of events like mergers & acquisitions, joint ventures, collaborations or partnerships, and other key market strategies
- Detailed profiles of leading market participants, providing a descriptive overview of their respective businesses
- Company profiles of major players within the industry, including Huntsman International LLC, Evonik Industries AG, Covestro AG, Solvay and BASF SE.

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Table of Contents

Table of Contents
Chapter 1 Introduction
Study Goals and Objectives
Reasons for Doing This Study
Scope of Report
What’s New in This Update?
Methodology
Information Sources
Geographical Breakdown
Segmentation Breakdown
Chapter 2 Summary and Highlights
Market Outlook
Market Summary
Chapter 3 Market Overview
Market Definition
Global Smart Polymers Market: Overview
Smart Polymers: Biodegradable Properties
Smart Polymers: Biocompatible Properties
Chapter 4 Market Dynamics
Drivers
Upsurge in Advancements in the Electronics and Automotive Sectors
Growing Development and Advancement in the Biomedical and Biotechnological Industry
Rising Development and Utilization of Smart Polymers for Sustainable and Eco-friendly Materials
Rising Dominance of Global Leaders
Challenges
Fluctuation in Raw Material Pricing
Stringent Rules and Regulations Imposed by Regulatory Bodies
Chapter 5 Emerging Technologies and Development
Overview
Current Market Trends
Emerging Technologies
Implantation of Smart Polymers in Biomedical Sectors
Smart Polymer Nanocomposites
The Evolution and Emerging Trends of 4D Printing with Smart Polymers
Chapter 6 Smart Polymer Supply Chain Structure
Supply Chain Structure
Chapter 7 Global Smart Polymers Market by Stimuli
Introduction
Physical Stimuli-Responsive
Thermo-Responsive Polymers
Shape Memory Polymers
Photo-Responsive Polymers
Others
Biological Stimuli-Responsive
Biomolecules
Enzymes
Chemical Stimuli-Responsive
Others
Chapter 8 Global Smart Polymers Market by Product Type
Introduction
Gels
Coatings
Films
Additives
Paints
Solvents
Others
Chapter 9 Global Smart Polymers Market by End Use
Introduction
Biomedical and Bioengineering
Drug Delivery
Biosensors
Tissue Engineering
Artificial Muscle
Gene Therapy
Bio-Catalysis
Others
Packaging
Textile
Automotive
Electrical and Electronics
Personal Care and Cosmetics
Building and Construction
Aerospace
Others
Chapter 10 Global Smart Polymers Market by Region
Introduction
Europe
Germany
Italy
France
Spain
Poland
U.K.
Rest of Europe
North America
U.S.
Canada
Mexico
Asia-Pacific
China
Japan
India
South Korea
Rest of Asia-Pacific
Rest of the World
Latin America
Middle East & Africa
Chapter 11 Sustainability in Smart Polymers Industry: An ESG Perspective
Key ESG Issues in the Smart Polymers Industry
Carbon Footprint/Environmental Impact
Labor Practices
Transparency and Governance
Smart Polymers Industry ESG Performance Analysis
Environmental Performance
Social Performance
Governance Performance
Current Status of ESG in the Smart Polymers Market
ESG Score Analysis
Environmental, Social, Governance Scores
Total Score
Consumer Attitudes Towards ESG in the Smart Polymers Market
ESG Practices in the Smart Polymers Industry
ESG-Related Risks in the Smart Polymers Industry
ESG-Related Opportunities in the Smart Polymers Industry
Concluding Remarks From BCC
Chapter 12 Patent Analysis
Overview
Significance of Patents
Importance of Patent Analysis
Patent Analysis Based on Country of Origin
Patent Analysis Based on Year Issued
Patent Analysis Based on Companies to Which Patents Were Issued
Chapter 13 Mergers and Acquisitions Outlook
Mergers and Acquisitions Analysis
Chapter 14 Competitive Intelligence
Industry Structure
Strategic Analysis
Chapter 15 Company Profiles
BASF SE
COVESTRO AG
EVONIK INDUSTRIES AG
EXXON MOBIL CORP.
HUNTSMAN INTERNATIONAL LLC
MERCK KGAA
NOURYON
SMP TECHNOLOGIES INC.
SOLVAY
THE LUBRIZOL CORP.
Chapter 16 Appendix
Abbreviations
References