Antistatic ABS Market: A Solution for Electronics and Beyond

Antistatic ABS Market Defination

The antistatic ABS market deals with the production and use of the lightweight thermoplastic polymer. The polymer is durable and has a high strength-to-weight ratio, making it ideal for use in the automotive, construction, 3D printing, electronics, and musical instrument sectors. The plastic is quite malleable and can be put through an injection molded, and extruded to make various products. It is also used in popular toys such as LEGO since 1963. Antistatic ABS, as its name suggests, can dissipate static electricity, leading to its use as casings around electric wires and electronic components. Substantial growth in the electronics industry due to the growth of smartphone penetration and the rise of e-commerce is driving growth in the market. Rising public awareness around electrostatic discharge is also spurring demand from the consumer side. 

The high cost of antistatic additives and the carcinogenic nature of the polymer’s decomposed components, namely butadiene,  acrylonitrile, and styrene, especially at higher temperatures (400°C and above), have led to strict regulations around the manufacturing process. These factors substantially drive up the cost of production, leading to limited growth in the market. Despite this, the antistatic ABS market is expected to see notable growth in the coming years with the development of eco-friendly formulations and expected growth in emerging economies where demand for electronics and related components is expected to grow. 

Antistatic ABS Market Companies:

• Toray 
• Westlake Plastics 
• RTP Company 
• CHIMEI 
• KD Feddersen 
• Clariant 
• Keyuan Plastic 
• Anheda Plastic 
• Kenner 
• SUGO 
• QUANDA Plastic 
• Dongguan Kinggor Plastic

Antistatic ABS Market Segmentation:

By Type

• ABS Sheets
• ABS Rods
• Other

By Application

• Automotive
• Healthcare
• Consumer Goods
• Appliances
• Electrical & Electronic
• Building & Construction
• Other