UV Stabilizers Market- Industry Analysis, Market Size, Share, Trends, Application Analysis, Growth And Forecast 2024-2030

UV Stabilizers Market Overview

UV Stabilize Market size is forecast to reach $2,243.13 million by 2030, after growing at a CAGR of 6.4% during 2024-2030, owing to the wide usage of UV stabilizer in various applications such as furniture, architectural, automotive, packaging, and more. UV stabilizers filters harmful UV light and helps prevent colour change and delamination of coatings, adhesives, and sealants owing to which it is extensively used in these applications. The growing need for packaging and automotive due to rapid urbanization and increasing population in various regions, is the major factor driving the growth of UV stabilizers market during the forecast period. In addition, the growing demand of greenhouse films globally is anticipated to play a key role in driving the UV stabilizers market during the forecast period.

There's a growing preference for sustainable and eco-friendly UV stabilizers derived from renewable sources or using green chemistry principles. Manufacturers are investing in research and development to develop bio-based UV stabilizers and improve the overall sustainability of their products. The packaging industry is a significant consumer of UV stabilizers, especially in the production of films, bottles, and containers. With the rising demand for packaged goods globally, there's an increased need for UV-stabilized packaging materials to protect products from UV-induced degradation during storage and transportation.

Market snapshot 

UV Stabilizers Market Report Coverage

The report: “UV Stabilizers Market – Forecast (2024-2030)”, by IndustryARC, covers an in-depth analysis of the following segments of the UV stabilizers Industry. 
By Type: Hindered Amine Light Stabilizers, UV Absorbers, and Quenchers
By Application: Coatings (Waterborne Coatings, UV Curable Coatings, and Others), Adhesives and Sealants, Plastics, and Others.
By End-Use Industry: Architectural (Residential, and Commercial), Agriculture, Automotive (Automotive Interior, and Automotive Exterior), Furniture (Outdoor Furniture, and Indoor Furniture), Packaging (Beverage Packaging, Food Packaging, and Toiletries & Cosmetics Packaging), and Others
By Geography: North Americas, South America, Europe, Asia Pacific, RoW

Key Takeaways

• Asia-Pacific region is poised to dominate the UV stabilizer market due to significant growth in construction, packaging, and automotive sectors across countries like China, India, and South Korea.
• Light stabilizer solutions in which UV absorbers and HALS (Hindered amine light stabilizers) are synergistically combined, provide high-performance solutions for automotive OEM refinish paints, which tends to increase the market growth.
• Even in indoor diffuse light conditions, naturally pale wood tends to yellow and darken with time as a result of lignin photo-oxidation. So to avoid photo-oxidation the UV stabilizers are widely used in the indoor furniture.

UV Stabilizers Market Segment Analysis - By Type 

The hindered amine light stabilizers (HALS) segment held the largest share in the UV stabilizer market in 2023, as it efficiently inhibits polymer degradation. HALS high efficiency and longevity are due to a cyclic process wherein the HALS are regenerated rather than consumed during the stabilization process. Hindered amine light stabilizers are very efficient stabilizers for polymers and especially polyolefins. They do not absorb UV radiation but act to inhibit degradation of the polymer. In addition, significant levels of stabilization are achieved at relatively low concentrations on using hindered amine light stabilizers due to which its demand is increasing from various end-use industries. All these factors are boosting the demand for hindered amine light stabilizers (HALS) during the forecast period.

UV Stabilizers Market Segment Analysis - By Application

The flooring and decking segment is poised to capture the largest share of the market. The surge in UV stabilizer usage for flooring and decking is primarily attributed to the rising trend of outdoor living spaces among consumers. As the demand for functional and appealing outdoor areas grows, decking and patios have gained significant popularity. Additionally, UV stabilizers play a critical role in protecting flooring and decking materials from premature aging and weathering. Revenue generated from flooring and decking is closely linked to the construction industry, making its development crucial for UV stabilizer demand. Consequently, these factors within the flooring and decking segment are expected to propel the growth of the UV stabilizers market in the forecast period. 

UV Stabilizers Market Segment Analysis - By End Use Industry 

UV stabilizers play a crucial role in the packaging industry, serving as key components in materials like plastics to uphold packaging integrity and visual appeal throughout storage and transit. A notable trend within this realm is the escalating requirement for UV-resistant packaging materials, notably in the food and beverage sector, to preserve product quality and extend shelf life. Manufacturers are actively engaged in crafting UV stabilizers customized for specific packaging needs to address the industry's changing dynamics. Conversely, the automotive segment is poised for the most rapid growth in the foreseeable future. UV stabilizers are indispensable in safeguarding various vehicle components, including interior materials and coatings, from UV radiation. An observable trend in this domain is the adoption of UV-stabilized materials to uphold the appearance and endurance of automotive parts exposed to sunlight. As automotive designs increasingly integrate plastics, there's a mounting demand for UV stabilizers to ensure these materials endure UV exposure, thereby enhancing vehicle durability and aesthetics. The automotive industry remains a pivotal force propelling the UV stabilizers market forward

UV Stabilizers Market Segment Analysis - By Geography

North America leads the UV stabilizers market revenue share due to the strong presence of established automakers, which extensively use these stabilizers in vehicles. The automotive sector's projected expansion in manufacturing will drive up demand for ultraviolet stabilizers in the foreseeable future. Plastic serves as a prevalent packaging material across diverse sectors such as food & beverage and PET bottles. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration ensures the safety of food packaging materials, particularly polymers in contact with food products. Additionally, the Asia Pacific region is poised to experience a significant Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) in the global UV stabilizers market. China's packaging sector is witnessing growth driven by technological advancements and research efforts in food packaging, meeting demands for safer and cleaner packaging solutions. Urbanization in China has intensified the need for processed and packaged foods as cities lack agricultural resources, further boosting the demand for food packaging materials.

UV Stabilizers Market Challenges 

Fluctuations of UV stabilizers costs for raw materials

The costs of raw materials essential for UV stabilizer production, such as aluminum chloride, benzene, sodium nitrite, and benzoyl chloride, experience regular fluctuations. These fluctuations directly influence the pricing of UV stabilizers, consequently impacting market growth. Presently, benzene is priced at USD 696.7 per metric ton, sodium nitrite at USD 40 per kilogram, and benzoyl chloride at USD 38 per 1000 grams.

Limited awareness and adoption

UV stabilizers pose challenges for manufacturers in North America. Some industries and end-users may lack understanding regarding the benefits and applications of UV stabilizers. Educating the market about the significance of UV protection and the advantages of utilizing UV stabilizers is essential. Manufacturers must focus on building awareness and illustrating the value proposition of UV stabilizers to facilitate their adoption in various industries.

UV Stabilizers Market Drivers 

Increasing Level of UV Radiation and The Harmful Effect of UV Radiation

The increased use of refrigerator and AC, which emits ozone-layered gasses, has led significantly to an increasing UV radiation level. NASA has stated that in the last 30 years, the amount of UV radiation has raised dramatically causing degenerative effects on sunlight materials. The increased use of gas emission devices enhances the growth of the UV stabilizer market with increased UV radiation. People are becoming increasingly aware about the harmful effects of different materials such as plastics and wood. Polymer photo degradation occurs when a substance is exposed to UV radiation and the physical characteristics of the substance, such as colour, loss of material strength, elongation and tensile strength characteristics or surface cracking, are deteriorated. The manufacturers therefore apply UV light stabilizers to prevent damage and avoid loss of components that are exposed to UV radiation. Thus, the increasing level of UV radiation and the harmful effect of UV radiation act as a driver for the UV stabilizers market growth.

Escalating Construction Sector

Continuing infrastructure growth has enabled construction industry to expand. Alternative inexpensive raw materials like plastic and wood products are preferred by businesses or manufacturing. However, these materials can be quickly shaped into various forms, which contribute to substantial demand for flooring, shielding and fencing applications. Such materials with high exposure to the sun cause degradation and UV stabilizers have been applied as a coating substrate on such materials to minimize such efficiencies. The rapid growth of housing and construction industry spending has increased dramatically in the U.S. and Mexico, resulting in the economic development of the region of North America. Eco-friendly use, low VOC emissions and high content of UV stabilizers are favored for the use of wood coating. Because of rising demand and the large building and construction market in the region, the country exports almost 90 percent of the furniture from US manufactures. This is a major factor in the growth of UV stabilizers in North America, such as HALS and UV absorbers. The growing use of plastics and wood in the building industry will thus drive the growth of ultraviolet stabilizers to preserve their intensity. 

Market Landscape 

Technology launches, acquisitions, and R&D activities are key strategies adopted by players in the UV stabilizers market. In 2023, the market of UV stabilizers has been consolidated by the top eight players accounting for 60% of the share. Major players in the UV stabilizers market are BASF SE, Solvay S.A., Songwon Industrial Co., Ltd., Everlight Chemical Industrial Corp., ADEKA Corporation, Mayzo Inc., Clariant AG., Addivant, Lycus Ltd. LLC, and Valtris Specialty Chemicals.

Acquisitions/Technology Launches

• In April 2023, Damen Shipyards, in collaboration with AkzoNobel and Philips, developed a fouling control solution using UV-C light technology for ship hulls. 
• In March 2023, Clariant and Omya joined forces to address yellowing concerns in SMP sealants with the introduction of AddWorks IBC 760.
• In July 2022, Solvay introduced a novel range of UV-C stabilizers tailored for hygiene applications, aimed at combating COVID-19 and reducing the incidence of hospital-acquired infections.

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