Market Forecast by Regions and Countries (North America, Europe, LATAM, Middle East, Asia Pacific and Africa), By Application (Appliances, Electrical and Electronics, Automotive, Consumer Goods, Construction, Others), By Source (Acrylonitrile, Butadiene, Styrene Monomers), By Process (Extrusion, Injection Molding), By Additives (Glass, Polyvinylchloride (PVC), Others), By Product Type (Opaque, Transparent, Coloured) And Competitive Landscape
Product Code: ETC13163501 | Publication Date: Apr 2025 | Updated Date: Jul 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
Publisher: 6Wresearch | No. of Pages: 190 | No. of Figures: 80 | No. of Tables: 40 | |
According to 6W research internal database and industry insights, the Global Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 4.6 % from 2025-2031. The Global Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market was valued at USD 30 billion in 2024 and is expected to reach USD 49 billion by 2031.
Report Name | Global Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market |
Forecast Period | 2025-2031 |
CAGR | 4.6 % |
Market Size | USD 49 billion by 2031 |
Growing Sector | Engineering thermoplastics |
The Global Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market report thoroughly covers the market by Regions and Countries, by Application, by Source, by Process, by Additives and by Product Type. The market report provides an unbiased and detailed analysis of the ongoing market trends, opportunities/high growth areas, and market drivers which would help the stakeholders to devise and align their market strategies according to the current and future market dynamics.
Global Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS) Market has carved out a dominant position in the global plastics market due to its toughness, moldability, and wide range of applications from cars and appliances to gadgets and construction materials. The growing demand is, driven by manufacturing growth, tech innovation, and rising construction activity in developing economies. As it is, companies are under pressure to go green, leading to the rise of eco-friendly, recyclable ABS variants. While Asia-Pacific remains the main driver of global demand, markets in the Middle East and Latin America are showing strong potential and attracting new investment.
Global Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market is expected to grow at a significant CAGR of 4.6% during the forecast period 2025-2031. The Global Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS) Market has established itself as a reliable and versatile material in industries like automotive, electronics, and home appliances, due to its impact resistance and processing ease. Driven by rising industrial production and emerging technologies like 3D printing, Global Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS) Market Growth is expanding into new and diverse applications. Simultaneously, rising environmental awareness and stricter compliance requirements are steering manufacturers toward greener options such as recyclable and bio-based ABS. Although Asia-Pacific holds a strong lead, regions like the Middle East and Latin America are showing impressive growth rates, positioning themselves as the next wave of opportunity in the global ABS landscape.
The Global Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS) Market is navigating a range of challenges, from fluctuating raw material costs especially those tied to crude oil to rising competition from alternative polymers like polypropylene and polycarbonate. Subsequently, alternative materials offering similar benefits are gaining ground, intensifying competition. Rising environmental awareness and stricter regulations around plastics and recycling are forcing manufacturers to adopt cleaner, more sustainable practices. On a bigger scale, supply chain instability and geopolitical risks can disrupt operations. In answer, industry players must innovate continuously while ensuring their products remain cost-effective, high-performing, and environmentally responsible.
The Global Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS) Industry is changing fast as industries push for greener materials leading to a rise in recyclable and bio-based ABS options. Car makers and electronics companies are increasing demand because they need materials that are tough yet lightweight. However, 3D printing is opening doors to new and more creative uses for ABS. On the tech side, better blending and surface treatments are helping boost the material’s heat and impact resistance. Still Asia-Pacific still leads the market, new energy is coming from places like Latin America and the Middle East, where growth is picking up.
Investors are finding valuable opportunities in the Global Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS) Market, particularly in industrializing regions like Asia-Pacific, where demand for tough, lightweight plastics is growing fast. As sustainability becomes a priority, funding for bio-based ABS and advanced recycling systems is picking up. Major industries like auto, electronics, and construction are key markets, with strong growth in applications that need impact-resistant materials. Strategic moves like increasing production, forming joint ventures, and streamlining supply chains can help investors tap into long-term growth and gain a competitive edge in this evolving global landscape.
Major players including LG Chem, INEOS Styrolution, Chi Mei Corporation, Trinseo, and SABIC are at the forefront of the Global Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS) Market. Their dominance stems from robust manufacturing capabilities, a broad international footprint, and a clear focus on innovation especially in developing greener, more advanced ABS products.
Governments worldwide are tightening regulations that directly affect the Global Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS) Market, with a strong focus on environmental protection and public health. Policies such as REACH in Europe and RoHS are shaping the allowable chemical content in ABS formulations. Many nations are also rolling out stricter rules on plastic recycling and implementing extended producer responsibility (EPR) programs to reduce environmental waste. In industries like automotive and electronics, regulations around emissions, fire safety, and material recyclability are becoming more demanding.
The future of the Global Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS) Market looks promising, driven by its continued demand in high-growth sectors such as automotive, electronics, and consumer goods. Advancements in bio-based ABS and enhanced recycling processes will address environmental concerns, making the material more sustainable. Technological innovations are expected to improve product performance, expanding ABS usage in 3D printing, medical devices, and lightweight structural applications. As urbanization and industrialization rise in emerging economies, ABS consumption is set to increase.
The report offers a comprehensive study of the subsequent market segments and their leading categories.
According to Ritika Kalra, Senior Research Analyst, 6Wresearch, The Asia-Pacific region dominates the Global ABS Market, led primarily by China, South Korea, Japan, and India. This leadership is due to the region’s massive manufacturing base, cost-effective labor, and strong demand from the automotive, electronics, and appliance industries. China, in particular, is both a leading producer and consumer of ABS, benefiting from its export-driven economy and domestic consumption. While North America and Europe are mature markets, regions like the Middle East and Latin America are showing high growth potential.
The automotive sector holds the largest share in ABS applications. ABS is extensively used in automotive interiors and exterior parts due to its lightweight, strength, and impact resistance. As automotive manufacturers focus on reducing vehicle weight to improve fuel efficiency and comply with emission norms, the demand for ABS continues to rise. Appliances and electronics are also significant contributors but trail behind automotive in terms of volume.
Among the three monomers used in producing ABS Acrylonitrile, Butadiene, and Styrene. Styrene Monomers constitute the largest share by volume. This is due to their cost-effectiveness and the role they play in improving the gloss and rigidity of the final product. While all three are essential, styrene is typically used in greater proportions during synthesis.
Injection molding dominates the processing method in the ABS market. This is because injection molding is ideal for producing complex and precise parts at a high volume with consistent quality — making it the preferred method in industries like automotive, electronics, and consumer goods manufacturing. Extrusion is used, but mostly for applications like pipes and sheets, and holds a smaller share.
Within the additives category, glass-filled ABS tends to dominate where additional strength and rigidity are required, particularly in automotive and engineering applications. The addition of glass fibers enhances the thermal and mechanical properties of ABS, making it suitable for structural components. While PVC and other additives are used, glass remains the most impactful in performance-focused uses.
Opaque ABS is the most widely used product type in the global market. It is the standard form of ABS used across most applications due to its strong mechanical properties and versatility in molding and finishing. Transparent and colored variants serve niche or aesthetic needs, such as in consumer electronics or appliances, but opaque ABS leads in terms of industrial demand.
The market report provides a detailed analysis of the following market segments:
1 Executive Summary |
2 Introduction |
2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.2 Report Description |
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3 Global Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market Overview |
3.1 Global Regional Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Global Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Global Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Global Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Global Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Regions, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Global Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 Global Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Source, 2021 & 2031F |
3.8 Global Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Process, 2021 & 2031F |
3.9 Global Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Additives, 2021 & 2031F |
3.10 Global Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Product Type, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Global Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.3 Market Restraints |
5 Global Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market Trends |
6 Global Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market, 2021 - 2031 |
6.1 Global Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market, Revenues & Volume, By Application, 2021 - 2031 |
6.1.1 Overview & Analysis |
6.1.2 Global Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market, Revenues & Volume, By Appliances, 2021 - 2031 |
6.1.3 Global Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market, Revenues & Volume, By Electrical and Electronics, 2021 - 2031 |
6.1.4 Global Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market, Revenues & Volume, By Automotive, 2021 - 2031 |
6.1.5 Global Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market, Revenues & Volume, By Consumer Goods, 2021 - 2031 |
6.1.6 Global Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market, Revenues & Volume, By Construction, 2021 - 2031 |
6.1.7 Global Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market, Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021 - 2031 |
6.2 Global Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market, Revenues & Volume, By Source, 2021 - 2031 |
6.2.1 Overview & Analysis |
6.2.2 Global Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market, Revenues & Volume, By Acrylonitrile, 2021 - 2031 |
6.2.3 Global Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market, Revenues & Volume, By Butadiene, 2021 - 2031 |
6.2.4 Global Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market, Revenues & Volume, By Styrene Monomers, 2021 - 2031 |
6.3 Global Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market, Revenues & Volume, By Process, 2021 - 2031 |
6.3.1 Overview & Analysis |
6.3.2 Global Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market, Revenues & Volume, By Extrusion, 2021 - 2031 |
6.3.3 Global Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market, Revenues & Volume, By Injection Molding, 2021 - 2031 |
6.4 Global Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market, Revenues & Volume, By Additives, 2021 - 2031 |
6.4.1 Overview & Analysis |
6.4.2 Global Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market, Revenues & Volume, By Glass, 2021 - 2031 |
6.4.3 Global Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market, Revenues & Volume, By Polyvinylchloride (PVC), 2021 - 2031 |
6.4.4 Global Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market, Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021 - 2031 |
6.5 Global Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market, Revenues & Volume, By Product Type, 2021 - 2031 |
6.5.1 Overview & Analysis |
6.5.2 Global Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market, Revenues & Volume, By Opaque, 2021 - 2031 |
6.5.3 Global Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market, Revenues & Volume, By Transparent, 2021 - 2031 |
6.5.4 Global Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market, Revenues & Volume, By Coloured, 2021 - 2031 |
7 North America Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market, Overview & Analysis |
7.1 North America Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
7.2 North America Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market, Revenues & Volume, By Countries, 2021 - 2031 |
7.2.1 United States (US) Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market, Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
7.2.2 Canada Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market, Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
7.2.3 Rest of North America Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market, Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
7.3 North America Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market, Revenues & Volume, By Application, 2021 - 2031 |
7.4 North America Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market, Revenues & Volume, By Source, 2021 - 2031 |
7.5 North America Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market, Revenues & Volume, By Process, 2021 - 2031 |
7.6 North America Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market, Revenues & Volume, By Additives, 2021 - 2031 |
7.7 North America Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market, Revenues & Volume, By Product Type, 2021 - 2031 |
8 Latin America (LATAM) Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market, Overview & Analysis |
8.1 Latin America (LATAM) Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
8.2 Latin America (LATAM) Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market, Revenues & Volume, By Countries, 2021 - 2031 |
8.2.1 Brazil Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market, Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
8.2.2 Mexico Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market, Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
8.2.3 Argentina Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market, Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
8.2.4 Rest of LATAM Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market, Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
8.3 Latin America (LATAM) Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market, Revenues & Volume, By Application, 2021 - 2031 |
8.4 Latin America (LATAM) Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market, Revenues & Volume, By Source, 2021 - 2031 |
8.5 Latin America (LATAM) Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market, Revenues & Volume, By Process, 2021 - 2031 |
8.6 Latin America (LATAM) Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market, Revenues & Volume, By Additives, 2021 - 2031 |
8.7 Latin America (LATAM) Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market, Revenues & Volume, By Product Type, 2021 - 2031 |
9 Asia Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market, Overview & Analysis |
9.1 Asia Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
9.2 Asia Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market, Revenues & Volume, By Countries, 2021 - 2031 |
9.2.1 India Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market, Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
9.2.2 China Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market, Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
9.2.3 Japan Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market, Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
9.2.4 Rest of Asia Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market, Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
9.3 Asia Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market, Revenues & Volume, By Application, 2021 - 2031 |
9.4 Asia Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market, Revenues & Volume, By Source, 2021 - 2031 |
9.5 Asia Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market, Revenues & Volume, By Process, 2021 - 2031 |
9.6 Asia Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market, Revenues & Volume, By Additives, 2021 - 2031 |
9.7 Asia Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market, Revenues & Volume, By Product Type, 2021 - 2031 |
10 Africa Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market, Overview & Analysis |
10.1 Africa Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
10.2 Africa Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market, Revenues & Volume, By Countries, 2021 - 2031 |
10.2.1 South Africa Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market, Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
10.2.2 Egypt Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market, Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
10.2.3 Nigeria Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market, Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
10.2.4 Rest of Africa Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market, Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
10.3 Africa Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market, Revenues & Volume, By Application, 2021 - 2031 |
10.4 Africa Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market, Revenues & Volume, By Source, 2021 - 2031 |
10.5 Africa Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market, Revenues & Volume, By Process, 2021 - 2031 |
10.6 Africa Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market, Revenues & Volume, By Additives, 2021 - 2031 |
10.7 Africa Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market, Revenues & Volume, By Product Type, 2021 - 2031 |
11 Europe Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market, Overview & Analysis |
11.1 Europe Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
11.2 Europe Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market, Revenues & Volume, By Countries, 2021 - 2031 |
11.2.1 United Kingdom Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market, Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
11.2.2 Germany Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market, Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
11.2.3 France Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market, Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
11.2.4 Rest of Europe Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market, Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
11.3 Europe Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market, Revenues & Volume, By Application, 2021 - 2031 |
11.4 Europe Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market, Revenues & Volume, By Source, 2021 - 2031 |
11.5 Europe Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market, Revenues & Volume, By Process, 2021 - 2031 |
11.6 Europe Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market, Revenues & Volume, By Additives, 2021 - 2031 |
11.7 Europe Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market, Revenues & Volume, By Product Type, 2021 - 2031 |
12 Middle East Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market, Overview & Analysis |
12.1 Middle East Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
12.2 Middle East Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market, Revenues & Volume, By Countries, 2021 - 2031 |
12.2.1 Saudi Arabia Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market, Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
12.2.2 UAE Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market, Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
12.2.3 Turkey Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market, Revenues & Volume, 2021 - 2031 |
12.3 Middle East Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market, Revenues & Volume, By Application, 2021 - 2031 |
12.4 Middle East Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market, Revenues & Volume, By Source, 2021 - 2031 |
12.5 Middle East Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market, Revenues & Volume, By Process, 2021 - 2031 |
12.6 Middle East Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market, Revenues & Volume, By Additives, 2021 - 2031 |
12.7 Middle East Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market, Revenues & Volume, By Product Type, 2021 - 2031 |
13 Global Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market Key Performance Indicators |
14 Global Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market - Export/Import By Countries Assessment |
15 Global Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market - Opportunity Assessment |
15.1 Global Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market Opportunity Assessment, By Countries, 2021 & 2031F |
15.2 Global Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
15.3 Global Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market Opportunity Assessment, By Source, 2021 & 2031F |
15.4 Global Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market Opportunity Assessment, By Process, 2021 & 2031F |
15.5 Global Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market Opportunity Assessment, By Additives, 2021 & 2031F |
15.6 Global Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market Opportunity Assessment, By Product Type, 2021 & 2031F |
16 Global Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market - Competitive Landscape |
16.1 Global Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
16.2 Global Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
17 Top 10 Company Profiles |
18 Recommendations |
19 Disclaimer |