About PVB

PVB is a versatile thermoplastic material produced from polyvinyl alcohol (PVOH). PVOH is manufactured from polyvinyl acetates through transesterification. Aqueous PVOH reacts with an aldehyde in the presence of small amounts of mineral acids to yield PVB, which precipitates out from the solution and is filtered, washed, and dried. The product PVB invariably contains a small percentage of residual hydroxyl and acetyl groups. This resultant group along with butyral group dominates the characteristic properties of PVB.

Technavio’s analysts forecast the global polyvinyl butyral (PVB) market to grow at a CAGR of 5.76% during the period 2016-2020.

Covered in this report
The report covers the present scenario and the growth prospects of the global polyvinyl butyral (PVB) market for 2016-2020. To calculate the market size, the report considers revenue generated through sales of PVB products for applications such as films and sheets, adhesives, paints and coatings, and others (wash primers, binders, and inks).

The market is divided into the following segments based on geography:
• APAC
• Europe
• North America
• ROW

Technavio's report, Global Polyvinyl Butyral (PVB) Market 2016-2020, has been prepared based on an in-depth market analysis with inputs from industry experts. The report covers the market landscape and its growth prospects over the coming years. The report also includes a discussion of the key vendors operating in this market.

Key vendors
• Chang Chun PetroChemical
• Eastman Chemical
• Kuraray
• Kingboard (Fo Gang) Specialty Resins
• Sekisui Chemical

Other prominent vendors
• Guangzhou Aojisi New Material
• Huakai Plastic
• Xinfu Pharm

Market driver
• Increase in applications in automotive sector
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Market challenge
• Stringent environmental regulations
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Market trend
• Rise in demand for PVB films and sheets in APAC
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Key questions answered in this report
• What will the market size be in 2020 and what will the growth rate be?
• What are the key market trends?
• What is driving this market?
• What are the challenges to market growth?
• Who are the key vendors in this market space?
• What are the market opportunities and threats faced by the key vendors?
• What are the strengths and weaknesses of the key vendors?

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