| Product Code: ETC9936666 | Publication Date: Sep 2024 | Updated Date: Feb 2026 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Summon Dutta | No. of Pages: 75 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 20 |
The United Kingdom import trend for 1,4-butanediol (BDO), polytetramethylene ether glycol (PTMEG), and spandex market experienced a decline with a growth rate of -6.63% from 2023 to 2024 and a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of -6.82% for the period 2020-2024. This negative momentum can be attributed to shifting market demands or changes in trade policies impacting the sector`s stability.

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 United Kingdom (UK) 1,4-Butanediol (BDO), Polytetramethylene Ether Glycol (PTMEG) & Spandex Market Overview |
3.1 United Kingdom (UK) Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 United Kingdom (UK) 1,4-Butanediol (BDO), Polytetramethylene Ether Glycol (PTMEG) & Spandex Market Revenues & Volume, 2022 & 2032F |
3.3 United Kingdom (UK) 1,4-Butanediol (BDO), Polytetramethylene Ether Glycol (PTMEG) & Spandex Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 United Kingdom (UK) 1,4-Butanediol (BDO), Polytetramethylene Ether Glycol (PTMEG) & Spandex Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 United Kingdom (UK) 1,4-Butanediol (BDO), Polytetramethylene Ether Glycol (PTMEG) & Spandex Market Revenues & Volume Share, By 1,4-BDO Application, 2022 & 2032F |
3.6 United Kingdom (UK) 1,4-Butanediol (BDO), Polytetramethylene Ether Glycol (PTMEG) & Spandex Market Revenues & Volume Share, By PTMEG Application, 2022 & 2032F |
3.7 United Kingdom (UK) 1,4-Butanediol (BDO), Polytetramethylene Ether Glycol (PTMEG) & Spandex Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Spandex Application, 2022 & 2032F |
4 United Kingdom (UK) 1,4-Butanediol (BDO), Polytetramethylene Ether Glycol (PTMEG) & Spandex Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Growing demand for eco-friendly and sustainable materials in the textile and automotive industries |
4.2.2 Increasing usage of spandex in sportswear and athleisure clothing |
4.2.3 Technological advancements leading to improved production efficiency and product quality |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Fluctuating raw material prices impacting production costs |
4.3.2 Stringent regulations related to environmental concerns and chemical safety |
4.3.3 Market saturation leading to intense competition among key players |
5 United Kingdom (UK) 1,4-Butanediol (BDO), Polytetramethylene Ether Glycol (PTMEG) & Spandex Market Trends |
6 United Kingdom (UK) 1,4-Butanediol (BDO), Polytetramethylene Ether Glycol (PTMEG) & Spandex Market, By Types |
6.1 United Kingdom (UK) 1,4-Butanediol (BDO), Polytetramethylene Ether Glycol (PTMEG) & Spandex Market, By 1,4-BDO Application |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 United Kingdom (UK) 1,4-Butanediol (BDO), Polytetramethylene Ether Glycol (PTMEG) & Spandex Market Revenues & Volume, By 1,4-BDO Application, 2022-2032F |
6.1.3 United Kingdom (UK) 1,4-Butanediol (BDO), Polytetramethylene Ether Glycol (PTMEG) & Spandex Market Revenues & Volume, By Tetrahydrofuran (THF), 2022-2032F |
6.1.4 United Kingdom (UK) 1,4-Butanediol (BDO), Polytetramethylene Ether Glycol (PTMEG) & Spandex Market Revenues & Volume, By Polybutylene Terephthalate (PBT), 2022-2032F |
6.1.5 United Kingdom (UK) 1,4-Butanediol (BDO), Polytetramethylene Ether Glycol (PTMEG) & Spandex Market Revenues & Volume, By Gamma-Butyrolactone (GBT), 2022-2032F |
6.1.6 United Kingdom (UK) 1,4-Butanediol (BDO), Polytetramethylene Ether Glycol (PTMEG) & Spandex Market Revenues & Volume, By Polyurethane (PU), 2022-2032F |
6.2 United Kingdom (UK) 1,4-Butanediol (BDO), Polytetramethylene Ether Glycol (PTMEG) & Spandex Market, By PTMEG Application |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 United Kingdom (UK) 1,4-Butanediol (BDO), Polytetramethylene Ether Glycol (PTMEG) & Spandex Market Revenues & Volume, By Spandex, 2022-2032F |
6.2.3 United Kingdom (UK) 1,4-Butanediol (BDO), Polytetramethylene Ether Glycol (PTMEG) & Spandex Market Revenues & Volume, By Co-polyester-Ether Elastomers (COPE), 2022-2032F |
6.2.4 United Kingdom (UK) 1,4-Butanediol (BDO), Polytetramethylene Ether Glycol (PTMEG) & Spandex Market Revenues & Volume, By Urethanes, 2022-2032F |
6.3 United Kingdom (UK) 1,4-Butanediol (BDO), Polytetramethylene Ether Glycol (PTMEG) & Spandex Market, By Spandex Application |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 United Kingdom (UK) 1,4-Butanediol (BDO), Polytetramethylene Ether Glycol (PTMEG) & Spandex Market Revenues & Volume, By Textiles, 2022-2032F |
6.3.3 United Kingdom (UK) 1,4-Butanediol (BDO), Polytetramethylene Ether Glycol (PTMEG) & Spandex Market Revenues & Volume, By Medical & Hygiene, 2022-2032F |
6.3.4 United Kingdom (UK) 1,4-Butanediol (BDO), Polytetramethylene Ether Glycol (PTMEG) & Spandex Market Revenues & Volume, By Automotive Interiors, 2022-2032F |
7 United Kingdom (UK) 1,4-Butanediol (BDO), Polytetramethylene Ether Glycol (PTMEG) & Spandex Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 United Kingdom (UK) 1,4-Butanediol (BDO), Polytetramethylene Ether Glycol (PTMEG) & Spandex Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 United Kingdom (UK) 1,4-Butanediol (BDO), Polytetramethylene Ether Glycol (PTMEG) & Spandex Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 United Kingdom (UK) 1,4-Butanediol (BDO), Polytetramethylene Ether Glycol (PTMEG) & Spandex Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Adoption rate of eco-friendly production practices within the industry |
8.2 Percentage of revenue generated from innovative spandex applications |
8.3 Rate of investment in RD for product development and process optimization |
9 United Kingdom (UK) 1,4-Butanediol (BDO), Polytetramethylene Ether Glycol (PTMEG) & Spandex Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 United Kingdom (UK) 1,4-Butanediol (BDO), Polytetramethylene Ether Glycol (PTMEG) & Spandex Market Opportunity Assessment, By 1,4-BDO Application, 2022 & 2032F |
9.2 United Kingdom (UK) 1,4-Butanediol (BDO), Polytetramethylene Ether Glycol (PTMEG) & Spandex Market Opportunity Assessment, By PTMEG Application, 2022 & 2032F |
9.3 United Kingdom (UK) 1,4-Butanediol (BDO), Polytetramethylene Ether Glycol (PTMEG) & Spandex Market Opportunity Assessment, By Spandex Application, 2022 & 2032F |
10 United Kingdom (UK) 1,4-Butanediol (BDO), Polytetramethylene Ether Glycol (PTMEG) & Spandex Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 United Kingdom (UK) 1,4-Butanediol (BDO), Polytetramethylene Ether Glycol (PTMEG) & Spandex Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2025 |
10.2 United Kingdom (UK) 1,4-Butanediol (BDO), Polytetramethylene Ether Glycol (PTMEG) & Spandex Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |
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