Cross-linked Polyethylene (PEX) Market Size, Share, Latest Trends, Growth Drivers, Key Segmentations, Leading Players & Forecast – 2028

April 03 15:18 2025
Cross-linked Polyethylene (PEX) Market Size, Share, Latest Trends, Growth Drivers, Key Segmentations, Leading Players & Forecast - 2028
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The Cross-linked Polyethylene (PEX) market is driven by rising demand in plumbing, radiant heating, and industrial applications. Superior durability, flexibility, and chemical resistance fuel its growth. With increasing construction and infrastructure projects, the market is set for steady expansion globally.

MarketsandMarkets projects that The cross-linked polyethylene (PEX) market is projected to grow from USD 7.6 billion in 2023 to USD 11.0 billion by 2028, recording a CAGR of 7.6% during the forecast period. This report provides an in-depth analysis of the cross-linked polyethylene (PEX) market size, share, growth trends, regional insights, and industry developments based on the latest industry reports. The expansion of the cross-linked polyethylene (PEX) market can be primarily attributed to the burgeoning automotive sector and the increasing demand for plastic pipes within the solar industry. Notably, the automotive industry stands out as the most rapidly expanding end-user segment for PEX, with an anticipated Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 8.0% in terms of market value throughout the forecast period. Asia Pacific is the largest market for PEX owing to the rapid urbanization and continuous investments for industrialization. This dominance is primarily attributed to the region’s ongoing urbanization trends and significant investments in industrialization. As urban areas expand, there is a growing requirement for reliable plumbing and infrastructure, which drives the demand for PEX pipes. Moreover, the continuous industrial investments in this region further stimulate the adoption of PEX for various applications, reinforcing its status as the largest PEX market.

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HDPE segment is estimated to dominate the overall cross-link polyethylene (PEX) market.

HDPE is expected to be the largest type of cross-link polyethylene (PEX)used globally in terms of both value and volume. Cross-linked HDPE is commonly employed in plumbing for pipes and tubing due to its exceptional blend of qualities, rendering it a preferred material for a wide array of applications across multiple industries. HDPE pipes find extensive use in various applications, including the establishment of water and gas transportation pipelines, owing to their advantages of rapid installation, flexibility, lightweight design, and cost-effectiveness. Additionally, in the agricultural sector, HDPE pipes are frequently utilized for liquid transfer purposes. Their inherent characteristics render them well-suited for deployment in construction and industrial settings as well.

Wires & Cables is the largest market for cross-link polyethylene (PEX) by end-use industry.

Cross-link polyethylene (PEX) is known for its exceptional resistance to flames and heat deformation, making it an ideal choice for applications involving wires and cables. The process of cross-linking enhances the dielectric properties of polyethylene, providing durability against flow and permanent deformation even at temperatures beyond its softening point. The increasing expansion of electrical and communication transmission and distribution networks in developing nations is a significant driver of the PEX market. Additionally, the automotive sector is experiencing rapid growth in the utilization of cross-link polyethylene (PEX), particularly in the production of automotive cables and wires made from cross-linked low-density polyethylene (LDPE).

Asia Pacific is projected to be the largest cross-link polyethylene (PEX) market.

The cross-link polyethylene (PEX) market in Asia Pacific is projected to register the highest CAGR between 2023 and 2028. Asia Pacific leads the global PEX market in terms of value and volume The rising demand for PEX (cross-linked polyethylene) in plumbing, wires and cables, and automotive applications in China, Japan, and Australia is fueled by factors such as urbanization, infrastructure development, and economic growth in the region. cross-link polyethylene (PEX) is preferred for plumbing due to its flexibility and durability, while its use as an insulation material in wires and cables meets the growing demand in various industries.

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Additionally, cross-link polyethylene (PEX) tubing finds applications in the automotive sector for its lightweight and robust qualities. Government investments in green energy, including solar power plants and windmill-powered plants, are boosting demand for cross-link polyethylene (PEX)in wiring and cabling infrastructure. These combined factors are driving the growth of the cross-link polyethylene (PEX) market in the Asia Pacific region.

Cross-linked polyethylene (PEX) Companies

The key players in the cross-link polyethylene (PEX) market are Dow, Inc. (US), Borealis AG (Austria), LyondellBasell Industries Holding B.V. (Netherlands), Avient Corporation (US), Exxon Mobil Corporation (US), Finproject S.p.A. (Italy), SACO AEI Polymers (US), HDC Hyundai EP Company (South Korea) and 3H Vinacom Co., Ltd (China) among others.. The PEX (Crossed-Linked Polyethylene) Market report analyzes the key growth strategies adopted by the leading market players, between 2018 and 2023, which include expansions, merger & acquisition, new product developments, and collaborations.

Dow, Inc. is a materials science company and is engaged in the development of innovative solutions. Dow, Inc. operates across 31 countries and has 104 manufacturing sites across the globe. The company operates through four main reporting segments: Packaging and Specialty Plastics, Industrial Intermediates and Infrastructure, Performance Materials and Coatings, and Corporate. Within the Packaging and Specialty Plastics segment, Dow, Inc. has two integrated businesses: Hydrocarbons and Energy, and Packaging and Specialty Plastics. The Hydrocarbons and Energy business offers a range of products including propylene, ethylene, butadiene, benzene, octene, power, and various aromatics co-products. On the other hand, the Packaging and Specialty Plastics business provides products, such as bio-based plasticizers, ethylene copolymer resins, methacrylic acid copolymer resins, low-density polyethylene (LDPE), high-density polyethylene (HDPE), linear low-density polyethylene (LLDPE), ethylene vinyl acetate (EVA), polyethylene (PE), and elastomers. These products find applications in various industries, such as caps, closures, and pipes. The Industrial Intermediates and Infrastructure segment covers industrial solutions, polyurethanes, and construction chemicals. The Performance Materials and Coatings segment offers coatings, performance monomers, and consumer solutions. The four regional segments of Dow, Inc. are EMEAI (Europe, Middle East, Africa, and India), the US and Canada, Asia Pacific, and Latin America

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Borealis AG is a company specializing in chemical and plastic solutions. The company has a global presence spanning Europe, the US, Brazil, Mexico, the Middle East, and the Asia Pacific region. The company organizes its business into three primary reportable segments: Polyolefins, Base Chemicals, and Borealis NITRO. Through its Polyolefins segment, Borealis manufactures and markets a range of polyolefin products, primarily targeting five key market sectors: pipes and fittings systems, energy, automotive, consumer products, and the development of new business ventures focusing on circular economy solutions. It operates in the PEX industry through the Polyolefins segment. Borealis’s Base chemicals segment includes products, such as phenol/acetone (phenol and acetone), feedstock (naphtha and liquefied natural gas (LPG)), and olefins (ethylene, propylene, and butadiene). The company’s Borealis NITRO segment carries out the production and marketing of technical nitrogen, melamine, and fertilizers. In 2017, The International Petroleum Investment Company (IPIC) of Abu Dhabi owned 64% shares of the company, with the remaining 36% belonging to OMV Aktiengesellschaft (Austria), an international integrated oil & gas company in Vienna. However, in 2020, OMV’s ownership in Borealis had increased to 75%, whereas Mubadala’s stake had decreased to 25%. Borealis operates globally and offers a range of products and services in partnership with Borouge, a collaborative venture with the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC).

LyondellBasell Industries Holding B.V. is one of the world’s largest plastics, chemicals, and oil refining companies. It operates in 6 main segments, namely, Olefins and Polyolefins-Americas (O&P-Americas); Olefins and Polyolefins-Europe, Asia, International (O&P-EAI); Intermediates and Derivatives (I&D); Advanced Polymer Solutions (APS); Refining; and Technology. The O&P-Americas segment produces and markets olefins, including ethylene and ethylene co-products and polyolefins. The O&P-EAI segment produces and markets olefins, including ethylene and ethylene co-products, polyolefins, and polypropylene compounds. The I&D segment produces and markets propylene oxide and its co-products and derivatives, acetyls, and oxygenated fuels. The refining segment produces gasoline and diesel fuel. The technology segment develops chemicals and polyolefin process technologies and manufactures and sells polyolefin catalysts. The company conducts its PEX business through the O&P-Americas and O&P-EAI segments. The company sells its products in more than 100 countries and is the world’s largest producer of polymer compounds and the largest licensor of polyolefin technologies.

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