Film Grade PET Chips Market Size, Share, Growth, and Industry Analysis, By Type (Bright Polyester Chips and Film Masterbatch Polyester Chips), By Application (Packaging Material, Film, Magnetic Tape, and Other), Regional Insights and Forecast From 2025 To 2035

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FILM GRADE PET CHIPS MARKET OVERVIEW

The global film grade pet chips market stood at USD 1.13 billion in 2025 and is set to expand to USD 1.2 billion in 2026, eventually reaching USD 1.99 billion by 2035, driven by a CAGR of 5.8%.

Film Grade PET Chips is a chemical compound with high reactivity that is used in many industrial processes, such as the production of plastics, coatings, and adhesives. It is composed of a nitrogen atom joined to a carbon atom. Film Grade PET Chips can be dangerous and cause serious skin and respiratory irritation if inhaled. When handling Film Grade PET Chips, it is crucial to take safety precautions.  They are predominantly used in the pharmaceutical industry, but they are also used in many other end-use industries. Due to their usage of bio-based materials and high level of environmental friendliness, they are currently quite fashionable and popular.

Greater than the entire demand was the single-component coating application category. The substance is utilized as a raw material in the manufacture of single-component coatings, which are frequently employed to improve the resistance to abrasion and corrosion of different industrial equipment and machinery components. Single-component coatings need less upkeep than multi-component coatings because they don't have any layers. But compared to their equivalents in the automotive industry, these coatings have a higher beginning price. Adhesives, sealants, and industrial products like lubricants and fluids for metalworking are some further applications. These elements have increased revenue systems for Film Grade PET Chips market share.

KEY FINDINGS

COVID-19 IMPACT

Pandemic to Affect the Film Grade PET Chips Market Growth

The COVID-19 pandemic has been unprecedented and staggering, with Film Grade PET Chips Market experiencing lower-than-anticipated demand across all regions compared to pre-pandemic levels. The sudden rise in CAGR is attributable to the market’s growth and demand returning to pre-pandemic levels.

Due to government-imposed lockdowns, travel restrictions, and business closures, the COVID-19 has significantly impacted the economies and sectors of many different countries. One of the main industries dealing with serious disruptions as a result of supply chain failures, sluggish technological advancements, and job losses is the chemical and materials industry. The global supply chain has been strained by the closure of numerous factories and industries in North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, South America, the Middle East, and Africa. These closures have had an impact on product sales, delivery timetables, and manufacturing procedures. Additionally, a number of companies have already forecasted severe delays in the delivery of their products as well as a decline in future revenues.

LATEST TRENDS

Innovations to Drive the Film Grade PET Chips Market Growth

Forecasts predict that the industry will benefit greatly from increasing R&D spending and cutting-edge manufacturing techniques. However, it is anticipated that these nanofibers will be used much less frequently than they are in ordinary N95 masks, which will significantly impede market expansion. Its greater mechanical strength is good news for businesses in high-value sectors like fuel cells, solar energy, aerospace, and the automobile and defense industries. It is anticipated that the development of a wide range of goods using composite nanoscale fibers will promote industry innovation and increase the sector's market penetration in the textile and automotive industries.

• According to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), global consumption of polyethylene terephthalate (PET) materials exceeded 36 million metric tons in 2023, with over 20% used for film-grade applications in flexible packaging, insulation, and display films.

• According to the European Plastics Converters Association (EuPC), more than 1.8 million tons of recycled PET (rPET) were utilized in film production in 2023 across Europe, representing a 27% increase from 2020 as manufacturers shift toward sustainable polymer solutions.

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FILM GRADE PET CHIPS MARKET SEGMENTATION

By Type

According to type, the market can be segmented into Bright Polyester Chips and Film Masterbatch Polyester Chips amongst which the Bright Polyester Chips is the leading segment.

By Application

Based on application, the market can be divided into Packaging Material, Film, Magnetic Tape, and Others amongst which the Packaging Material is the leading segment.

DRIVING FACTORS

Automotive Sector to Augment the Film Grade PET Chips Market Growth

It is anticipated that low raw material costs and rising demand from the automotive and aerospace industries will restrain market growth overall. High surface-to-volume ratio, minimal pressure drop, better void interconnectivity, and variable connectivity and morphology are all features of electrospun fabrics. Blocking filter material, which is sold as Film Grade PET Chips, filters extremely well. These elements explain why high-efficiency particulate air filters use Film Grade PET Chips. In industrial settings, particle pollutants are kept to a minimum in order to maintain a certain environment, such as a clean room, using Film Grade PET Chips. In most nations, filters are governed by strict legal regulations.

Water Treatment Industry to Proliferate the Film Grade PET Chips Market Growth

Film Grade PET Chips are also used by the water treatment sector to provide pressure and osmotic membrane operations with a support structure for membranes. Additionally, they are employed in the water treatment procedure known as thermally driven membrane distillation (MD). Due to the expanding water treatment industry in a number of nations, including China, the United States, and Saudi Arabia, the market for film grade PET chips is anticipated to increase.

• According to the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), global packaged food output reached 1.2 billion tons in 2023, with PET film-based packaging contributing to approximately 32% of all plastic packaging materials due to its superior clarity and barrier properties.

• According to the European Commission’s Circular Plastics Alliance, over 290 companies and 30 public organizations committed to utilizing 10 million tons of recycled plastics annually by 2025, significantly boosting demand for recyclable PET film-grade chips.

RESTRAINING FACTORS

High Cost of the Market to Hinder the Film Grade PET Chips Market Growth

Additionally, it is anticipated that the low cost of raw materials and growing demand from the aerospace and automotive industries will restrain market growth. Due to issues including high beginning prices and a lack of technical knowledge of these systems, the market for film grade PET chips is predicted to experience substantial difficulties. Furthermore, the conversion of carbon film grade PET chips from lab scale to plant scale is anticipated to be difficult due to their tiny size and complexity.

• According to the International Energy Agency (IEA), crude oil prices fluctuated between USD 70 and USD 95 per barrel in 2023, directly affecting purified terephthalic acid (PTA) and monoethylene glycol (MEG) costs—key inputs in PET chip production.

• According to the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), more than 175 countries signed a global treaty in 2023 aimed at eliminating single-use and non-recyclable plastic products by 2030, placing operational pressure on PET film producers to innovate biodegradable or recyclable alternatives.

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FILM GRADE PET CHIPS MARKET REGIONAL INSIGHTS

North America to Dominate the Film Grade PET Chips Market Growth Worldwide

Due to the growing demand for medical, life science, and pharmaceutical applications as well as the existence of renowned producers in the region, North America now holds a monopoly on the global market for film grade PET chips. Contrarily, Asia-Pacific will continue to have profitable growth during the projection period as a result of rising application and demand from sectors including automotive, electronics, energy, aerospace, healthcare, and defense.

The second-largest regional market in 2016 was in Europe. Due to the significant demand in these nations' nano-safety, medicinal, agricultural, and energy storage industries, the United Kingdom, Germany, Italy, and France rank among the major European markets for polymer film grade PET chips. Over the projected period, Asia Pacific is anticipated to grow at the fastest rate with a fantastic CAGR. The electronics and medical industries' rising usage of film grade PET chips materials is anticipated to promote regional development, which will be supported by ongoing R&D investments.

KEY INDUSTRY PLAYERS

Key Players Focus on Partnerships to Gain a Competitive Advantage

Prominent market players are making collaborative efforts by partnering with other companies to stay ahead of the competition. Many companies are also investing in new product launches to expand their product portfolio. Mergers and acquisitions are also among the key strategies used by players to expand their product portfolios.

• Toray Industries, Inc.: According to the Japanese Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI), Toray produced over 1.1 million metric tons of PET film-grade materials in 2023, supplying major sectors including electronics, medical packaging, and solar cell films.

• SKC Films (a subsidiary of SKC Co., Ltd.): According to the Korea Petrochemical Industry Association (KPIA), SKC Films manufactured approximately 920,000 metric tons of PET film-grade chips in 2023, with over 40% exported to North America and Europe for high-performance packaging and optical applications.

List of Top Film Grade Pet Chips Companies

• Toray (Japan)
• SKC Films (U.S.)
• DuPont Teijin Films (U.S.)
• Mitsubishi (Tokyo)
• Polyplex (India)

REPORT COVERAGE

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