| Product Code: ETC4573707 | Publication Date: Jul 2023 | Updated Date: Sep 2025 | Product Type: Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Ravi Bhandari | No. of Pages: 85 | No. of Figures: 45 | No. of Tables: 25 |
With the global shift towards electric vehicles, the demand for specialized plastics tailored for electric vehicle applications is on the rise in Malaysia. These materials are instrumental in achieving lightweighting targets and facilitating the production of components crucial for electric vehicle drivetrains and interiors.
The Malaysia electric vehicle plastics market is primarily driven by the imperative to reduce the weight of electric vehicles (EVs). Plastics and lightweight composite materials are essential for making EVs more energy-efficient and extending their driving range. As the automotive industry transitions toward electrification, the demand for electric vehicle plastics is expected to surge, further supported by governmental policies promoting sustainable transportation and reducing carbon emissions.
The Malaysia electric vehicle plastics market faces multifaceted challenges in its efforts to establish a sustainable and competitive presence. One of the primary obstacles is the need for advanced and specialized manufacturing processes. Electric vehicles require specific types of plastics that meet stringent performance and safety standards, demanding investments in new production technologies. Moreover, the market contends with the high cost of research and development for innovative, lightweight, and recyclable plastic materials. Striking a balance between performance, cost, and sustainability remains a complex challenge for manufacturers in this domain.
The COVID-19 pandemic brought about both challenges and opportunities for the electric vehicle plastics market in Malaysia. The initial disruptions in production schedules and supply chains affected the availability of key plastic components. As the automotive sector grappled with the impact of the pandemic, there was a temporary slowdown in the adoption of electric vehicles. However, the pandemic also underscored the importance of sustainable transportation solutions, reigniting interest in electric vehicles. This has reinvigorated the electric vehicle plastics market, with a renewed emphasis on lightweight, durable, and environmentally-friendly materials.
The market for electric vehicle plastics in Malaysia is supported by Leading Players that produce specialized plastic components for electric vehicles. Noteworthy companies in this market include BASF SE, Covestro AG, and DuPont. These companies are at the forefront of providing innovative plastic solutions that meet the unique requirements of electric vehicle applications.
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 Malaysia Electric Vehicle Plastics Market Overview |
3.1 Malaysia Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Malaysia Electric Vehicle Plastics Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Malaysia Electric Vehicle Plastics Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Malaysia Electric Vehicle Plastics Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Malaysia Electric Vehicle Plastics Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Material, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Malaysia Electric Vehicle Plastics Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Vehicle, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 Malaysia Electric Vehicle Plastics Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Malaysia Electric Vehicle Plastics Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Government initiatives promoting electric vehicles |
4.2.2 Increasing environmental awareness and focus on sustainable solutions |
4.2.3 Growing demand for lightweight materials in automotive manufacturing |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 High initial costs associated with electric vehicles |
4.3.2 Limited charging infrastructure for electric vehicles in Malaysia |
5 Malaysia Electric Vehicle Plastics Market Trends |
6 Malaysia Electric Vehicle Plastics Market, By Types |
6.1 Malaysia Electric Vehicle Plastics Market, By Material |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Malaysia Electric Vehicle Plastics Market Revenues & Volume, By Material, 2021-2031F |
6.1.3 Malaysia Electric Vehicle Plastics Market Revenues & Volume, By Polypropylene (PP), 2021-2031F |
6.1.4 Malaysia Electric Vehicle Plastics Market Revenues & Volume, By Polyurethane (PUR), 2021-2031F |
6.1.5 Malaysia Electric Vehicle Plastics Market Revenues & Volume, By Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS), 2021-2031F |
6.1.6 Malaysia Electric Vehicle Plastics Market Revenues & Volume, By Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC), 2021-2031F |
6.1.7 Malaysia Electric Vehicle Plastics Market Revenues & Volume, By Polyoxymethylene (POM), 2021-2031F |
6.1.8 Malaysia Electric Vehicle Plastics Market Revenues & Volume, By Polystyrene (PS), 2021-2031F |
6.1.9 Malaysia Electric Vehicle Plastics Market Revenues & Volume, By Polyamide (PA), 2021-2031F |
6.1.10 Malaysia Electric Vehicle Plastics Market Revenues & Volume, By Polyamide (PA), 2021-2031F |
6.2 Malaysia Electric Vehicle Plastics Market, By Vehicle |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Malaysia Electric Vehicle Plastics Market Revenues & Volume, By Hybrid Electric Vehicles (HEVs), 2021-2031F |
6.2.3 Malaysia Electric Vehicle Plastics Market Revenues & Volume, By Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEVs), 2021-2031F |
6.2.4 Malaysia Electric Vehicle Plastics Market Revenues & Volume, By Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs), 2021-2031F |
6.3 Malaysia Electric Vehicle Plastics Market, By Application |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 Malaysia Electric Vehicle Plastics Market Revenues & Volume, By Interior furnishing, 2021-2031F |
6.3.3 Malaysia Electric Vehicle Plastics Market Revenues & Volume, By Exterior furnishing, 2021-2031F |
6.3.4 Malaysia Electric Vehicle Plastics Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021-2031F |
7 Malaysia Electric Vehicle Plastics Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Malaysia Electric Vehicle Plastics Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Malaysia Electric Vehicle Plastics Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Malaysia Electric Vehicle Plastics Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Percentage of government incentives allocated for promoting electric vehicles |
8.2 Adoption rate of electric vehicles in Malaysia |
8.3 Research and development investments in sustainable materials for automotive applications |
9 Malaysia Electric Vehicle Plastics Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Malaysia Electric Vehicle Plastics Market Opportunity Assessment, By Material, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Malaysia Electric Vehicle Plastics Market Opportunity Assessment, By Vehicle, 2021 & 2031F |
9.3 Malaysia Electric Vehicle Plastics Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Malaysia Electric Vehicle Plastics Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Malaysia Electric Vehicle Plastics Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Malaysia Electric Vehicle Plastics Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |
Export potential enables firms to identify high-growth global markets with greater confidence by combining advanced trade intelligence with a structured quantitative methodology. The framework analyzes emerging demand trends and country-level import patterns while integrating macroeconomic and trade datasets such as GDP and population forecasts, bilateral import–export flows, tariff structures, elasticity differentials between developed and developing economies, geographic distance, and import demand projections. Using weighted trade values from 2020–2024 as the base period to project country-to-country export potential for 2030, these inputs are operationalized through calculated drivers such as gravity model parameters, tariff impact factors, and projected GDP per-capita growth. Through an analysis of hidden potentials, demand hotspots, and market conditions that are most favorable to success, this method enables firms to focus on target countries, maximize returns, and global expansion with data, backed by accuracy.
By factoring in the projected importer demand gap that is currently unmet and could be potential opportunity, it identifies the potential for the Exporter (Country) among 190 countries, against the general trade analysis, which identifies the biggest importer or exporter.
To discover high-growth global markets and optimize your business strategy:
Click Here