Silanes Market Segmented By Sulfide Silane, Oxime Silane Type in Tires, Sealants, Dental Materials, CMP, Semiconductors
Industry: Chemicals and Materials
Published Date: July-2022
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Number of Pages: 260
Report ID: PMRREP11509
The global silanes market is valued at US$ 676.2 Mn in 2022. Sales of silanes are expected to increase at a CAGR of 5.1% and top a market value of US$ 1.1 Bn by the end of 2032.
To produce elemental silicones, which are a crucial component of printed circuit boards (PCBs), semiconductors, electronic chips, light-emitting diodes, etc., silanes are widely employed. They serve as a crucial precursor to silicon with the purity needed for solar panels.
By 2032, the market share of silanes will increase as a result of the rising emphasis on the generation of power from renewable sources. This has been sparked by the need for solar panels to produce solar energy.
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Silanes Market Size (2021A) |
US$ 644.5 Mn |
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Estimated Market Value (2022E) |
US$ 676.2 Mn |
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Market Projections (2032F) |
US$ 1.1 Bn |
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Value CAGR (2022-2032) |
5.1% |
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Collective Value Share: Top 3 Countries (2022E) |
53.7% |
The silanes market registered a CAGR of 2.3% over the historical period of 2017 to 2021.
The global COVID-19 crisis had a profound impact on the silanes market outlook. Blockades and quarantine measures to counter several waves of COVID-19 restricted the production and supply of silanes. Many manufacturers stopped or reduced production capacity, hampering industry growth.
However, increasing vaccination campaigns across the world reduced the supply-demand gap as things came back to normal.
As per current estimates, the forecast growth outlook for silanes remains around 5.1% CAGR for the period between 2022 and 2032. The market is expected to enjoy high growth in the manufacturing sector, progress in the electrical & electronics industry, and increase usage of silanes in waterborne coatings.
Growth prospects of the market are further boosted owing to advancements in technology across end-use industries and the rising consumption of silanes in different formulations.
“Increasing Demand for Silanes in Pharmaceutical Industry”
Organosilicon compounds have many uses in pharmaceuticals, especially as derivatizing reagents, blocking / protective agents, intermediates for organic synthesis, and reducing agents.
Liquid Silicone Rubber (LSR) is used in the manufacture of medical devices due to its excellent quality of manufactured parts and biocompatibility. It is usually supplied in two parts, one of which has a curing catalyst. These, along with colors and other ingredients, are automatically mixed when the material is pumped to the press.
This will influence consumers to use such bio-based products, which is anticipated to drive the demand for pharmaceutical products and will benefit the silanes market.
“Growing Demand from Paints & Coatings Industry”
Silane is used as a primer and tackier in the coatings industry. The main function of the primer is to increase adhesion between the resin coating and the protected substrate.
The main component of the primer is a silane coupling agent that can be combined with specific film-forming agents, catalysts, and pigments. The bottom coating is done by solvent evaporation, hydrolysis, and solvent dilution formed by the condensation of water in the air.
For fillers and pigments used in oily and water-based coatings, after treatment with silanes or additives, the wettability and dispersibility of inorganic pigments and fillers at the coating stage can be significantly improved. The viscosity of the coating can be significantly reduced as well.
The paints and coatings industry is shifting its focus from solvent-based coatings to water-based coatings, and the use of silanes in coatings is increasing. Epoxysilanes help improves the blocking resistance and sanding properties of aqueous clear coats. This will increase the demand for silanes over the coming years.
Like adhesives and sealants, silane-terminated polyether polymers serve as a base material for coatings and paints. In this field of application, several polymers and oligomers, with a wide range of viscosities, can be introduced. Over the next few years, the paints and coatings industry is expected to become the most prominent end user of colloidal silica.
Growing demand for organo-silanes such as epoxy silanes is gaining a significant value in the paints and coatings industry, especially for waterborne coatings, which is anticipated to register the fastest growth for this product going forward.
The epoxy silanes segment is expected to reach US$ 402.9 Mn by end of the forecast period.
“VOC Emissions from Silane Applications”
VOCs released from silanes during curing are generally toxic and harmful to the environment, human, and animal organisms. For example, amines and acids released from amino silanes and acetoxy silanes severely irritate the skin, eyes, and mucous membranes, and also corrode metals, stones, and mortar.
Alcohols released from over-the-counter alkoxysilanes, especially methanol, can cause blurred vision, headaches, dizziness, and nausea after acute (short-term) or chronic (long-term) exposure. Oximes released from other commonly used oxime silanes, especially vinyl tris (methylethylketoximino) silanes, can cause severe eye irritation, which is expected to impact overall silane production.
In addition, all of the above silanes are disadvantageous, in that, the VOCs released during cross-linking have an unpleasant or irritating odor, some with a very unpleasant odor, especially when working in a closed room. It causes great discomfort, which is anticipated to impact the growth of the global silanes market to some extent.
What is the Growth Outlook for the Silanes Market in the U.S.?
The U.S. is expected to remain one of the prominent markets for the consumption and production of silanes.
Leading market participants are focusing on vertical integration to produce raw materials at their facilities. This trend is pursued primarily due to rising raw material prices and third-party procurement costs. By incorporating vertical integration of the sealant manufacturing process, manufacturers can remain competitive and profitable in the rapidly expanding silanes market.
The North American market is also determined by the growing automotive and construction sectors. Housing construction is the fastest-growing sector, with significant developments over the last five years.
To meet the growing demand for adhesives and sealants in the local construction market, the number of adhesives for large-scale equipment manufacturing has increased significantly compared to other regions, most of which have subsidiaries. Domestically, increasing production of tries and semiconductors is projected to boost the demand for silanes in the U.S.
The U.S. silanes market is estimated to exhibit 4.8% CAGR over the forecast period.
Why is China a Huge Market for Silanes?
China will lead the market owing to the high growth of end-use industries and will remain one of the leading consumers and manufacturers of silanes. Development in the manufacturing sector and infrastructure Industry, along with rising urbanization, manufacturing of low-cost electrical and electronics products, growing automotive industry, and favorable trade policies are expected to drive the sales of silanes in the country.
Significant growth in the use of silanes in the formulation of pharmaceutical products has fueled demand in China. The China silanes market is being driven by increased demand for semiconductors in the country due to the high production of smartphones, digital cameras, and other consumer electronics.
Demand for silicate-enhanced green tires in the automotive industry and the strong growth of industrial processing activities will drive the growth of the silanes market in China, which is expected to evolve at a CAGR of 5.8% during the forecast period, in terms of value
Why is Demand for Mono/Chloro Silane Rising at a Fast Pace?
Silicon powder and methyl chloride (CH3CI) gas are used in the direct production of mono/chloro silanes, which are chemical compounds. Methyl mono/chloro silanes are the fundamental components in a variety of silicone compounds (dimethyl, trimethyl, and methyl chlorosilane).
Basic silicone products such as oils, resins, and gums are made from mono/ chloro silane by polycondensation and hydrolysis. Mono chloro silane is widely used in the manufacture of silicone (polysiloxane) polymers, silicones, and glass coatings.
These features are expected to increase the demand for mono / chloro silane and further boost overall market growth during the forecast period
Will Ever-Increasing Demand for Tires Augment Silane Usage?
As the demand for elastomeric products in colors other than black and with the same mechanical properties as carbon black grows, silanes are the key to the effective binding of various minerals to the polymer phase. Organic silanes serve as an excellent bonding material between silica and rubber. This discovery marks the birth of silica/silane technology.
Functional organosilanes are used with white fillers in the rubber industry as an adhesion enhancer for a variety of products. They guarantee the improved physical properties of the final product and also greatly simplify the processability of the rubber compound during mixing and extrusion.
Innovative mercapto silanes emit 80% less volatile organic compounds. Si363® reduces potential emissions by 80% and tire rolling resistance by 15%. As such, reduced rolling resistance reduces fuel consumption in combination with significantly lower VOC emissions when processed to protect the environment.
'Green' tires made using silane technology save fuel. They ensure that the vehicle remains safe on the road, even in extreme weather conditions.
Tires have been the largest application segment of silanes in recent years, and the growth of the automotive and consumer goods industries is a constant subsidy factor. Increased demand for fuel-efficient green tires, higher tire replacement rates, and higher OEM sales are expected to drive the consumption of silanes over the forecast period.
The tires segment is anticipated to account for 48% share of the overall consumption of silanes.
Key silane manufacturers are taking over other small-scale players to increase their turnover and strengthen their market presence. Companies are also focusing on mergers & expansions to cater to the growing demand and sustain in this competitive landscape.
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The global market for silanes is valued at US$ 676.2 Mn in 2022.
Silane demand is anticipated to increase at 5.1% CAGR over the 2022-2032 period.
Alcatel Submarine Networks, KCC Corporation, OCI Company Ltd, Dow Inc., Momentive Performance Materials Inc., Evonik Industries AG, Wacker Chemie AG, and Shin-Etsu Chemical Co. Ltd, and are key suppliers of silanes.
Key producers of silanes account for 45% - 50% of the overall market share.
China, the U.S., India, and Japan lead the global silanes market.
