Silicone Rubber Market Trends

Global Silicone Rubber Market Overview

In 2022, the silicone rubber market was estimated to be worth USD 2.5 billion in 2023. The Silicone Rubber Market is expected to increase from USD 2.7 billion in 2024 to USD 4.4 billion by 2032, at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.50% between 2024 and 2032. The burgeoning construction industry and the rising demand for electric vehicles are the key market drivers enhancing the market expansion.                           

Source: Secondary Research, Primary Research, MRFR Database, and Analyst Review

Silicone Rubber Market Trends

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  Increasing demand for medical-grade silicone rubber drives market growth

  
  

Market CAGR for silicone rubber market is being driven by the increasing demand for medical-grade silicone rubber for various applications in the healthcare industry. Because of its superior qualities such as biocompatibility, sterilization resistance, and chemical resistance, medical-grade silicone rubber is widely utilized in the fabrication of medical devices, implants, and drug delivery systems. The growing frequency of chronic diseases such as diabetes, cancer, and cardiovascular disease is driving demand for medical equipment and implants, which in turn drives demand for medical-grade silicone rubber. The aging population is also increasing the demand for medical-grade silicone rubber, since the elderly are more prone to chronic ailments and require more medical interventions.

Furthermore, the increased emphasis on patient safety and quality of treatment is increasing demand for high-quality medical-grade silicone rubber that satisfies regulatory criteria and assures patient safety. The increasing need for healthcare services, as well as the developing trend of personalized treatment, is projected to fuel demand for medical-grade silicone rubber in the coming years.

Another driver of the silicone rubber market is the rising interest in electric cars (EVs). Due to its superior qualities, including as high-temperature resistance, electrical insulation, and chemical resistance, silicone rubber is widely utilized in the fabrication of EV components such as battery packs, charging cables, and connectors. The growing concern about climate change and the need to cut greenhouse gas emissions are driving up demand for EVs. Governments throughout the world are also encouraging the use of electric vehicles through various incentives and subsidies, which is driving demand for EV components such as silicone rubber. The increasing adoption of EVs and the expanding trend of sustainable mobility are likely to fuel increased demand for silicone rubber in the EV industry in the future years.

Moreover, Silicone rubber is widely utilized in the construction sector for a variety of applications including sealants, adhesives, coatings, and insulation. The growing demand for high-performance building materials such as energy-efficient windows, weather-resistant roofs, and long-lasting flooring is fueling the construction industry's demand for silicone rubber.

For instance, it is used to make silicone sealants, which are commonly used to seal windows, doors, and other building components. Silicone sealants have exceptional adhesion, flexibility, and durability, making them perfect for sealing building seams and gaps. Silicone rubber is also used to make silicone coatings, which are utilized for weatherproofing and insulation.

Silicone Rubber Market Segment Insights

Silicone Rubber Type Insights

The  Silicone Rubber Market segmentation, based on type includes liquid silicone rubber, high-consistency rubber, and fluoro silicone rubber. The liquid silicone rubber segment is a market leader in the silicone rubber industry. Because of its exceptional qualities, such as high-temperature resistance, biocompatibility, and chemical resistance, among others, LSR is widely employed in a variety of applications, including automotive, healthcare, and electronics. The increasing demand for medical-grade silicone rubber, the expanding use of electric vehicles, and the rising demand for consumer electronics are all projected to increase LSR demand in the future years.

Figure1: Silicone Rubber Market, by Type, 2022&2032 (USD Billion)                           

Source: Secondary Research, Primary Research, MRFR Database, and Analyst Review

Silicone Rubber Application Insights

The  Silicone Rubber Market segmentation, based on Application, includes automotive, medical, electronics, construction, footwear, consumer goods, and sportswear. The electronics segment is one of the fastest-growing areas in the silicone rubber market, owing to rising demand for electronic devices such as smartphones, tablets, and wearables, as well as increased use of electric vehicles. Silicone rubber is widely utilized in the electronics sector due to its outstanding features, which include high-temperature resistance, electrical insulation, and chemical resistance, among others.

Silicone Rubber Regional Insights

The analysis covers market insights for North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and the Rest of the World.. North America dominates the silicone rubber market due to a number of factors, including the presence of key market players, rising demand for silicone rubber in a variety of end-use industries such as automotive, construction, and healthcare, and the region's increasing adoption of advanced technologies. The region boasts a well-established industrial infrastructure as well as favorable government regulations that encourage the establishment of numerous sectors, including silicone rubber.

Further, the major countries studied in the market report are The US, Canada, German, France, the UK, Italy, Spain, China, Japan, India, Australia, South Korea, and Brazil.

Figure2: SILICONE RUBBER MARKET SHARE BY REGION 2022 (USD Billion)                                 

Source: Secondary Research, Primary Research, MRFR Database, and Analyst Review

Europe's Silicone Rubber Market accounts for the second-largest market share because of increased environmental and climate change awareness, as well as Europe's shift to electric vehicles. Further, the German Silicone Rubber Market held the largest market share, and the UK Silicone Rubber Market was the fastest-growing market in the European region

The Asia-Pacific Silicone Rubber Market is expected to grow at the fastest CAGR from 2024 to 2032. This is due to the rising rise in the production of autos. Moreover, China’s Silicone Rubber Market held the largest market share, and the Indian Silicone Rubber Market was the fastest-growing market in the Asia-Pacific region.

Silicone Rubber Key Market Players & Competitive Insights

Leading market players are extensively investing in research and development in order to extend their product lines, which will help the Silicone Rubber Market grow even further. Market participants are also engaging in a number of strategic initiatives to grow their worldwide presence, with significant market developments including new product launches, contractual agreements, mergers and acquisitions, increased investments, and collaboration with other organizations. The silicone Rubber industry must produce cost-effective products in order to flourish and thrive in a more competitive and expanding market environment.

Manufacturing locally to minimize operational costs is one of the key business tactics used by manufacturers in the  Silicone Rubber industry to benefit clients and increase the market sector. In recent years, the Silicone Rubber industry has offered some of the most significant advantages to medicine. Major players in the Silicone Rubber Market, including Momentive (US), Wacker Chemie AG (Germany), Shin-Etsu, Chemical Co. (Japan), Reiss Manufacturing, SIMTEC Silicone Parts (US), Shenzhen Inno Silica Co and others, are attempting to increase market demand by investing in research and development operations.

Dow Chemical Company, officially Dow Inc., is an American multinational corporation based in Midland, Michigan. The firm is one of the world's top three chemical makers. It employs over 37,800 people worldwide and has a presence in approximately 160 countries. Dow has been dubbed the "chemical companies' chemical company" because its products are sold to other industries rather than directly to end users. Dow participates in the American Chemistry Council. In 2020, Dow announced the debut of DOW CORNINGTM HTE-7320 Thermally Conductive Adhesive, which is developed for advanced power electronics applications, to expand its portfolio of high-temperature silicone elastomers.

The largest chemical company in Japan is Shin-Etsu Chemical Co., Ltd., which is ranked ninth in the Forbes  2000 for the chemical industry. The photomask substrate, semiconductor silicon, and polyvinyl chloride markets are all dominated by Shin-Etsu. The business was named one of Thomson Reuters' Top 100  Innovators in 2011, 2012, 2013, and 2014. The word "Shin-Etsu" comes from the Shin'etsu Region, where the company established its first chemical factory as Shin-Etsu Nitrogen Fertiliser in 1926. Today, the corporation is headquartered in Tokyo and has production sites in 14 other nations. In 2020, Shin-Etsu Chemical Co., Ltd. announced the increase of its silicone rubber manufacturing capacity in Japan and the United States to fulfill the growing demand for silicone rubber in industries such as automotive, electronics, and healthcare.

Key Companies in the Silicone Rubber market include

• CHT Group (Germany)


• KCC CORPORATION (South Korea)


• Elkem Silicones (Norway)


• MESGO S.p.A. (Italy)


• Momentive (US)


• Wacker Chemie AG (Germany)


• Shin-Etsu Chemical Co. (Japan)


• Reiss Manufacturing


• SIMTEC Silicone Parts (US)


• Shenzhen Inno Silica Co.

Silicone Rubber Industry Developments

In March 2020, Momentive Performance Materials Inc. has introduced SiloprenTM LSR 27x9, a new silicone rubber product designed for the fabrication of automobile parts such as gaskets, seals, and connectors, with better processing and performance features.

In August 2021, Silbione® Biomedical LSRs, a new liquid silicone rubber (LSR) product from Elkem Silicones, are designed for medical and healthcare applications and feature biocompatibility, sterilization resistance, and high purity.

In November 2020, Wacker Chemie AG announced the expansion of its silicone rubber production capacity in China with the construction of a new production site in Zhangjiagang, Jiangsu Province, which will produce various types of silicone rubber for the Chinese and markets, including high-temperature vulcanizing silicone rubber (HTV) and liquid silicone rubber (LSR).

Silicone Rubber Market Segmentation

Silicone Rubber Market By Type Outlook

• Liquid Silicone Rubber


• High Consistency Rubber


• Fluorosilicone Rubber

  Silicone Rubber Market By Application Outlook

• Automotive


• Medical


• Electronics


• Construction


• Footwear


• Consumer Goods


• Sportswear

Silicone Rubber Regional Outlook

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  • Latin America