Market Summary
The global Polyurethane Additives market is a critical component of the polyurethane value chain, supporting performance enhancement, processing efficiency, and end-use customization of polyurethane products. Polyurethane additives are used to control reaction kinetics, foam structure, mechanical properties, thermal stability, and durability across a wide range of applications, including automotive, construction, bedding, furniture, and industrial products.
In 2025, the global Polyurethane Additives market is valued at million US$ and is projected to reach million US$ by 2036, growing at a CAGR of % during the forecast period (2026–2036). Market growth is driven by rising demand for lightweight materials in automotive applications, increasing use of polyurethane foams in building insulation, and expanding furniture and bedding industries worldwide. Additionally, stricter energy-efficiency regulations and sustainability initiatives are accelerating innovation in low-emission, high-performance additive systems.
Asia-Pacific represents the largest and fastest-growing regional market, supported by rapid industrialization, construction activity, and automotive production, while Europe and North America remain innovation-driven markets with strong emphasis on advanced and sustainable polyurethane formulations.
Market Segmentation Analysis
By Product Type
Catalysts
Surfactants
Fillers
Others
By Application
Automotive & Transportation
Building & Construction
Bedding & Furniture
Others
Key Players – Segment-Wise Overview
Global Integrated Polyurethane Leaders
Strengths:
Vertical integration, extensive R&D capabilities, global production networks, and comprehensive additive portfolios.
Specialty Additives & Performance Chemical Providers
Strengths:
High-performance surfactants, catalysts, and specialty additives tailored for advanced polyurethane systems.
Regional & Application-Focused Manufacturers
Strengths:
Strong presence in catalysts, surfactants, and flame-retardant additives with regional market specialization.
Regional Market Analysis
North America
Europe
China
Japan
India
Southeast Asia
Central & South America
Middle East & Africa
Strategic Outlook
The Polyurethane Additives market is positioned for sustained long-term growth, supported by global trends in energy-efficient construction, lightweight automotive materials, and consumer comfort products. Competitive advantage will increasingly depend on innovation in catalysts and surfactants, sustainability compliance, and regional production capabilities. Companies that invest in advanced, low-emission, and application-specific additive technologies are expected to capture the most attractive growth opportunities through 2036.
DRTO Analysis – Polyurethane Additives Market
Drivers
Restraints
Trends
Opportunities
SWOT Analysis – Polyurethane Additives Market
Strengths
Weaknesses
Opportunities
Threats
Porter’s Five Forces Analysis – Polyurethane Additives Market
1. Threat of New Entrants – Low to Moderate
2. Bargaining Power of Suppliers – Moderate
3. Bargaining Power of Buyers – Moderate to High
4. Threat of Substitutes – Low to Moderate
5. Competitive Rivalry – High
Strategic Conclusion
The Polyurethane Additives market is expected to maintain steady long-term growth, driven by expanding insulation, automotive, and consumer comfort applications. While regulatory pressures and feedstock volatility remain challenges, opportunities in electric vehicles, energy-efficient construction, and sustainable polyurethane systems are reshaping the competitive landscape. Manufacturers that focus on advanced, low-emission, and application-specific additive technologies will be best positioned to achieve sustained competitive advantage.
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Table of Contents
Global Polyurethane Additives Market Professional Survey Report
1 Industry Overview of Polyurethane Additives
1.1 Definition and Specifications of Polyurethane Additives
1.1.1 Definition of Polyurethane Additives
1.1.2 Specifications of Polyurethane Additives
1.2 Classification of Polyurethane Additives
1.2.1 Catalysts
1.2.2 Surfactants
1.2.3 Fillers
1.2.4 Others
1.3 Applications of Polyurethane Additives
1.3.1 Automotive & Transportation
1.3.2 Building & Construction
1.3.3 Bedding & Furniture
1.3.4 Others
1.4 Market Segment by Regions
1.4.1 North America
1.4.2 Europe
1.4.3 China
1.4.4 Japan
1.4.5 Southeast Asia
1.4.6 India
2 Manufacturing Cost Structure Analysis of Polyurethane Additives
2.1 Raw Material and Suppliers
2.2 Manufacturing Cost Structure Analysis of Polyurethane Additives
2.3 Manufacturing Process Analysis of Polyurethane Additives
2.4 Industry Chain Structure of Polyurethane Additives
3 Technical Data and Manufacturing Plants Analysis of Polyurethane Additives
3.1 Capacity and Commercial Production Date of Global Polyurethane Additives Major Manufacturers
3.2 Manufacturing Plants Distribution of Global Polyurethane Additives Major Manufacturers
3.3 R&D Status and Technology Source of Global Polyurethane Additives Major Manufacturers
3.4 Raw Materials Sources Analysis of Global Polyurethane Additives Major Manufacturers
4 Global Polyurethane Additives Overall Market Overview
4.1 2013-E Overall Market Analysis
4.2 Capacity Analysis
4.2.1 2013-E Global Polyurethane Additives Capacity and Growth Rate Analysis
4.2.2 2017 Polyurethane Additives Capacity Analysis (Company Segment)
4.3 Sales Analysis
4.3.1 2013-E Global Polyurethane Additives Sales and Growth Rate Analysis
4.3.2 2017 Polyurethane Additives Sales Analysis (Company Segment)
4.4 Sales Price Analysis
4.4.1 2013-E Global Polyurethane Additives Sales Price
4.4.2 2017 Polyurethane Additives Sales Price Analysis (Company Segment)
5 Polyurethane Additives Regional Market Analysis
5.1 North America Polyurethane Additives Market Analysis
5.1.1 North America Polyurethane Additives Market Overview
5.1.2 North America 2013-E Polyurethane Additives Local Supply, Import, Export, Local Consumption Analysis
5.1.3 North America 2013-E Polyurethane Additives Sales Price Analysis
5.1.4 North America 2017 Polyurethane Additives Market Share Analysis
5.2 Europe Polyurethane Additives Market Analysis
5.2.1 Europe Polyurethane Additives Market Overview
5.2.2 Europe 2013-E Polyurethane Additives Local Supply, Import, Export, Local Consumption Analysis
5.2.3 Europe 2013-E Polyurethane Additives Sales Price Analysis
5.2.4 Europe 2017 Polyurethane Additives Market Share Analysis
5.3 China Polyurethane Additives Market Analysis
5.3.1 China Polyurethane Additives Market Overview
5.3.2 China 2013-E Polyurethane Additives Local Supply, Import, Export, Local Consumption Analysis
5.3.3 China 2013-E Polyurethane Additives Sales Price Analysis
5.3.4 China 2017 Polyurethane Additives Market Share Analysis
5.4 Japan Polyurethane Additives Market Analysis
5.4.1 Japan Polyurethane Additives Market Overview
5.4.2 Japan 2013-E Polyurethane Additives Local Supply, Import, Export, Local Consumption Analysis
5.4.3 Japan 2013-E Polyurethane Additives Sales Price Analysis
5.4.4 Japan 2017 Polyurethane Additives Market Share Analysis
5.5 Southeast Asia Polyurethane Additives Market Analysis
5.5.1 Southeast Asia Polyurethane Additives Market Overview
5.5.2 Southeast Asia 2013-E Polyurethane Additives Local Supply, Import, Export, Local Consumption Analysis
5.5.3 Southeast Asia 2013-E Polyurethane Additives Sales Price Analysis
5.5.4 Southeast Asia 2017 Polyurethane Additives Market Share Analysis
5.6 India Polyurethane Additives Market Analysis
5.6.1 India Polyurethane Additives Market Overview
5.6.2 India 2013-E Polyurethane Additives Local Supply, Import, Export, Local Consumption Analysis
5.6.3 India 2013-E Polyurethane Additives Sales Price Analysis
5.6.4 India 2017 Polyurethane Additives Market Share Analysis
6 Global 2013-E Polyurethane Additives Segment Market Analysis (by Type)
6.1 Global 2013-E Polyurethane Additives Sales by Type
6.2 Different Types of Polyurethane Additives Product Interview Price Analysis
6.3 Different Types of Polyurethane Additives Product Driving Factors Analysis
6.3.1 Catalysts Growth Driving Factor Analysis
6.3.2 Surfactants Growth Driving Factor Analysis
6.3.3 Fillers Growth Driving Factor Analysis
6.3.4 Others Growth Driving Factor Analysis
7 Global 2013-E Polyurethane Additives Segment Market Analysis (by Application)
7.1 Global 2013-E Polyurethane Additives Consumption by Application
7.2 Different Application of Polyurethane Additives Product Interview Price Analysis
7.3 Different Application of Polyurethane Additives Product Driving Factors Analysis
7.3.1 Automotive & Transportation of Polyurethane Additives Growth Driving Factor Analysis
7.3.2 Building & Construction of Polyurethane Additives Growth Driving Factor Analysis
7.3.3 Bedding & Furniture of Polyurethane Additives Growth Driving Factor Analysis
7.3.4 Others of Polyurethane Additives Growth Driving Factor Analysis
8 Major Manufacturers Analysis of Polyurethane Additives
8.1 Covestro AG
8.1.1 Company Profile
8.1.2 Product Picture and Specifications
8.1.2.1 Product A
8.1.2.2 Product B
8.1.3 Covestro AG 2017 Polyurethane Additives Sales, Ex-factory Price, Revenue, Gross Margin Analysis
8.1.4 Covestro AG 2017 Polyurethane Additives Business Region Distribution Analysis
8.2 BASF SE
8.2.1 Company Profile
8.2.2 Product Picture and Specifications
8.2.2.1 Product A
8.2.2.2 Product B
8.2.3 BASF SE 2017 Polyurethane Additives Sales, Ex-factory Price, Revenue, Gross Margin Analysis
8.2.4 BASF SE 2017 Polyurethane Additives Business Region Distribution Analysis
8.3 DOW Chemical Company
8.3.1 Company Profile
8.3.2 Product Picture and Specifications
8.3.2.1 Product A
8.3.2.2 Product B
8.3.3 DOW Chemical Company 2017 Polyurethane Additives Sales, Ex-factory Price, Revenue, Gross Margin Analysis
8.3.4 DOW Chemical Company 2017 Polyurethane Additives Business Region Distribution Analysis
8.4 Huntsman International LLC
8.4.1 Company Profile
8.4.2 Product Picture and Specifications
8.4.2.1 Product A
8.4.2.2 Product B
8.4.3 Huntsman International LLC 2017 Polyurethane Additives Sales, Ex-factory Price, Revenue, Gross Margin Analysis
8.4.4 Huntsman International LLC 2017 Polyurethane Additives Business Region Distribution Analysis
8.5 Tosoh Corporation
8.5.1 Company Profile
8.5.2 Product Picture and Specifications
8.5.2.1 Product A
8.5.2.2 Product B
8.5.3 Tosoh Corporation 2017 Polyurethane Additives Sales, Ex-factory Price, Revenue, Gross Margin Analysis
8.5.4 Tosoh Corporation 2017 Polyurethane Additives Business Region Distribution Analysis
8.6 Albemarle Corporation
8.6.1 Company Profile
8.6.2 Product Picture and Specifications
8.6.2.1 Product A
8.6.2.2 Product B
8.6.3 Albemarle Corporation 2017 Polyurethane Additives Sales, Ex-factory Price, Revenue, Gross Margin Analysis
8.6.4 Albemarle Corporation 2017 Polyurethane Additives Business Region Distribution Analysis
8.7 Eastman Chemical Company
8.7.1 Company Profile
8.7.2 Product Picture and Specifications
8.7.2.1 Product A
8.7.2.2 Product B
8.7.3 Eastman Chemical Company 2017 Polyurethane Additives Sales, Ex-factory Price, Revenue, Gross Margin Analysis
8.7.4 Eastman Chemical Company 2017 Polyurethane Additives Business Region Distribution Analysis
8.8 KAO Corporation
8.8.1 Company Profile
8.8.2 Product Picture and Specifications
8.8.2.1 Product A
8.8.2.2 Product B
8.8.3 KAO Corporation 2017 Polyurethane Additives Sales, Ex-factory Price, Revenue, Gross Margin Analysis
8.8.4 KAO Corporation 2017 Polyurethane Additives Business Region Distribution Analysis
8.9 Evonik Industries AG
8.9.1 Company Profile
8.9.2 Product Picture and Specifications
8.9.2.1 Product A
8.9.2.2 Product B
8.9.3 Evonik Industries AG 2017 Polyurethane Additives Sales, Ex-factory Price, Revenue, Gross Margin Analysis
8.9.4 Evonik Industries AG 2017 Polyurethane Additives Business Region Distribution Analysis
8.10 Air Products and Chemicals, Inc.
8.10.1 Company Profile
8.10.2 Product Picture and Specifications
8.10.2.1 Product A
8.10.2.2 Product B
8.10.3 Air Products and Chemicals, Inc. 2017 Polyurethane Additives Sales, Ex-factory Price, Revenue, Gross Margin Analysis
8.10.4 Air Products and Chemicals, Inc. 2017 Polyurethane Additives Business Region Distribution Analysis
8.11 Momentive Performance Materials
9 Development Trend of Analysis of Polyurethane Additives Market
9.1 Global Polyurethane Additives Market Trend Analysis
9.1.1 Global -2025 Polyurethane Additives Market Size (Volume and Value) Forecast
9.1.2 Global -2025 Polyurethane Additives Sales Price Forecast
9.2 Polyurethane Additives Regional Market Trend
9.2.1 North America -2025 Polyurethane Additives Consumption Forecast
9.2.2 Europe -2025 Polyurethane Additives Consumption Forecast
9.2.3 China -2025 Polyurethane Additives Consumption Forecast
9.2.4 Japan -2025 Polyurethane Additives Consumption Forecast
9.2.5 Southeast Asia -2025 Polyurethane Additives Consumption Forecast
9.2.6 India -2025 Polyurethane Additives Consumption Forecast
9.3 Polyurethane Additives Market Trend (Product Type)
9.4 Polyurethane Additives Market Trend (Application)
10 Polyurethane Additives Marketing Type Analysis
10.1 Polyurethane Additives Regional Marketing Type Analysis
10.2 Polyurethane Additives International Trade Type Analysis
10.3 Traders or Distributors with Contact Information of Polyurethane Additives by Region
10.4 Polyurethane Additives Supply Chain Analysis
11 Consumers Analysis of Polyurethane Additives
11.1 Consumer 1 Analysis
11.2 Consumer 2 Analysis
11.3 Consumer 3 Analysis
11.4 Consumer 4 Analysis
12 Conclusion of the Global Polyurethane Additives Market Professional Survey Report 2017
Methodology
Analyst Introduction
Data Source
List of Tables and Figures
Figure Picture of Polyurethane Additives
Table Product Specifications of Polyurethane Additives
Table Classification of Polyurethane Additives
Figure Global Production Market Share of Polyurethane Additives by Type
Figure Catalysts Picture
Table Major Manufacturers of Catalysts
Figure Surfactants Picture
Table Major Manufacturers of Surfactants
Figure Fillers Picture
Table Major Manufacturers of Fillers
Figure Others Picture
Table Major Manufacturers of Others
Table Applications of Polyurethane Additives
Figure Global Consumption Volume Market Share of Polyurethane Additives by Application
Figure Automotive & Transportation Examples
Table Major Consumers in Automotive & Transportation
Figure Building & Construction Examples
Table Major Consumers in Building & Construction
Figure Bedding & Furniture Examples
Table Major Consumers in Bedding & Furniture
Figure Others Examples
Table Major Consumers in Others
Figure Market Share of Polyurethane Additives by Regions
Figure North America Polyurethane Additives Market Size (Million USD) (2013-2025)
Figure Europe Polyurethane Additives Market Size (Million USD) (2013-2025)
Figure China Polyurethane Additives Market Size (Million USD) (2013-2025)
Figure Japan Polyurethane Additives Market Size (Million USD) (2013-2025)
Figure Southeast Asia Polyurethane Additives Market Size (Million USD) (2013-2025)
Figure India Polyurethane Additives Market Size (Million USD) (2013-2025)
Table Polyurethane Additives Raw Material and Suppliers
Table Manufacturing Cost Structure Analysis of Polyurethane Additives
Figure Manufacturing Process Analysis of Polyurethane Additives
Figure Industry Chain Structure of Polyurethane Additives
Table Capacity and Commercial Production Date of Global Polyurethane Additives Major Manufacturers
Table Manufacturing Plants Distribution of Global Polyurethane Additives Major Manufacturers
Table R&D Status and Technology Source of Global Polyurethane Additives Major Manufacturers
Table Raw Materials Sources Analysis of Global Polyurethane Additives Major Manufacturers
Table Global Capacity, Sales , Price, Cost, Sales Revenue (M USD) and Gross Margin of Polyurethane Additives 2013-E
Figure Global 2013-E Polyurethane Additives Market Size (Volume) and Growth Rate
Figure Global 2013-E Polyurethane Additives Market Size (Value) and Growth Rate
Table 2013-E Global Polyurethane Additives Capacity and Growth Rate
Table 2017 Global Polyurethane Additives Capacity (K MT) List (Company Segment)
Table 2013-E Global Polyurethane Additives Sales (K MT) and Growth Rate
Table 2017 Global Polyurethane Additives Sales (K MT) List (Company Segment)
Table 2013-E Global Polyurethane Additives Sales Price (USD/MT)
Table 2017 Global Polyurethane Additives Sales Price (USD/MT) List (Company Segment)
Figure North America Capacity Overview
Table North America Supply, Import, Export and Consumption (K MT) of Polyurethane Additives 2013-E
Figure North America 2013-E Polyurethane Additives Sales Price (USD/MT)
Figure North America 2017 Polyurethane Additives Sales Market Share
Figure Europe Capacity Overview
Table Europe Supply, Import, Export and Consumption (K MT) of Polyurethane Additives 2013-E
Figure Europe 2013-E Polyurethane Additives Sales Price (USD/MT)
Figure Europe 2017 Polyurethane Additives Sales Market Share
Figure China Capacity Overview
Table China Supply, Import, Export and Consumption (K MT) of Polyurethane Additives 2013-E
Figure China 2013-E Polyurethane Additives Sales Price (USD/MT)
Figure China 2017 Polyurethane Additives Sales Market Share
Figure Japan Capacity Overview
Table Japan Supply, Import, Export and Consumption (K MT) of Polyurethane Additives 2013-E
Figure Japan 2013-E Polyurethane Additives Sales Price (USD/MT)
Figure Japan 2017 Polyurethane Additives Sales Market Share
Figure Southeast Asia Capacity Overview
Table Southeast Asia Supply, Import, Export and Consumption (K MT) of Polyurethane Additives 2013-E
Figure Southeast Asia 2013-E Polyurethane Additives Sales Price (USD/MT)
Figure Southeast Asia 2017 Polyurethane Additives Sales Market Share
Figure India Capacity Overview
Table India Supply, Import, Export and Consumption (K MT) of Polyurethane Additives 2013-E
Figure India 2013-E Polyurethane Additives Sales Price (USD/MT)
Figure India 2017 Polyurethane Additives Sales Market Share
Table Global 2013-E Polyurethane Additives Sales (K MT) by Type
Table Different Types Polyurethane Additives Product Interview Price
Table Global 2013-E Polyurethane Additives Sales (K MT) by Application
Table Different Application Polyurethane Additives Product Interview Price
Table Covestro AG Information List
Table Product Overview
Table 2017 Covestro AG Polyurethane Additives Revenue (Million USD), Sales (K MT), Ex-factory Price (USD/MT)
Figure 2017 Covestro AG Polyurethane Additives Business Region Distribution
Table BASF SE Information List
Table Product Overview
Table 2017 BASF SE Polyurethane Additives Revenue (Million USD), Sales (K MT), Ex-factory Price (USD/MT)
Figure 2017 BASF SE Polyurethane Additives Business Region Distribution
Table DOW Chemical Company Information List
Table Product Overview
Table 2017 DOW Chemical Company Polyurethane Additives Revenue (Million USD), Sales (K MT), Ex-factory Price (USD/MT)
Figure 2017 DOW Chemical Company Polyurethane Additives Business Region Distribution
Table Huntsman International LLC Information List
Table Product Overview
Table 2017 Huntsman International LLC Polyurethane Additives Revenue (Million USD), Sales (K MT), Ex-factory Price (USD/MT)
Figure 2017 Huntsman International LLC Polyurethane Additives Business Region Distribution
Table Tosoh Corporation Information List
Table Product Overview
Table 2017 Tosoh Corporation Polyurethane Additives Revenue (Million USD), Sales (K MT), Ex-factory Price (USD/MT)
Figure 2017 Tosoh Corporation Polyurethane Additives Business Region Distribution
Table Albemarle Corporation Information List
Table Product Overview
Table 2017 Albemarle Corporation Polyurethane Additives Revenue (Million USD), Sales (K MT), Ex-factory Price (USD/MT)
Figure 2017 Albemarle Corporation Polyurethane Additives Business Region Distribution
Table Eastman Chemical Company Information List
Table Product Overview
Table 2017 Eastman Chemical Company Polyurethane Additives Revenue (Million USD), Sales (K MT), Ex-factory Price (USD/MT)
Figure 2017 Eastman Chemical Company Polyurethane Additives Business Region Distribution
Table KAO Corporation Information List
Table Product Overview
Table 2017 KAO Corporation Polyurethane Additives Revenue (Million USD), Sales (K MT), Ex-factory Price (USD/MT)
Figure 2017 KAO Corporation Polyurethane Additives Business Region Distribution
Table Evonik Industries AG Information List
Table Product Overview
Table 2017 Evonik Industries AG Polyurethane Additives Revenue (Million USD), Sales (K MT), Ex-factory Price (USD/MT)
Figure 2017 Evonik Industries AG Polyurethane Additives Business Region Distribution
Table Air Products and Chemicals, Inc. Information List
Table Product Overview
Table 2017 Air Products and Chemicals, Inc. Polyurethane Additives Revenue (Million USD), Sales (K MT), Ex-factory Price (USD/MT)
Figure 2017 Air Products and Chemicals, Inc. Polyurethane Additives Business Region Distribution
Table Momentive Performance Materials Information List
Figure Global -2025 Polyurethane Additives Market Size (K MT) and Growth Rate Forecast
Figure Global -2025 Polyurethane Additives Market Size (Million USD) and Growth Rate Forecast
Figure Global -2025 Polyurethane Additives Sales Price (USD/MT) Forecast
Figure North America -2025 Polyurethane Additives Consumption Volume (K MT) and Growth Rate Forecast
Figure China -2025 Polyurethane Additives Consumption Volume (K MT) and Growth Rate Forecast
Figure Europe -2025 Polyurethane Additives Consumption Volume (K MT) and Growth Rate Forecast
Figure Southeast Asia -2025 Polyurethane Additives Consumption Volume (K MT) and Growth Rate Forecast
Figure Japan -2025 Polyurethane Additives Consumption Volume (K MT) and Growth Rate Forecast
Figure India -2025 Polyurethane Additives Consumption Volume (K MT) and Growth Rate Forecast
Table Global Sales Volume (K MT) of Polyurethane Additives by Type -2025
Table Global Consumption Volume (K MT) of Polyurethane Additives by Application -2025
Table Traders or Distributors with Contact Information of Polyurethane Additives by Region
Market Segmentation Analysis
By Product Type
Catalysts
Surfactants
Fillers
Others
By Application
Automotive & Transportation
Building & Construction
Bedding & Furniture
Others
Key Players – Segment-Wise Overview
Global Integrated Polyurethane Leaders
Strengths:
Vertical integration, extensive R&D capabilities, global production networks, and comprehensive additive portfolios.
Specialty Additives & Performance Chemical Providers
Strengths:
High-performance surfactants, catalysts, and specialty additives tailored for advanced polyurethane systems.
Regional & Application-Focused Manufacturers
Strengths:
Strong presence in catalysts, surfactants, and flame-retardant additives with regional market specialization.
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