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Phenolic Molding Compound Market is Forecasted to Reach US$ 4.2 Billion in 2030, Says Stratview Research

The global phenolic molding compound market is projected to witness a growth rate of 3.8% annually from 2024 to 2030, with an anticipated size of US$ 4.2 billion by 2030, according to an analysis by Stratview Research.
Published 29 July 2025

Stratview Research, a global market research firm, has launched a report on the global phenolic molding compound market, which provides a comprehensive outlook of the global and regional industry forecast, current & emerging trends, segment analysis, competitive landscape, & more.

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Market Statistics:

Market Size in 2023: US$ 3.3 billion

Market Size in 2030: US$ 4.2 billion

Growth (CAGR): 3.8% during 2024-2030

Leading Application Type: Electrical

Leading Grade Type: General Grade

Leading Resin Type: Novolac

Leading Region: Asia-Pacific

Forecast Period: 2024-2030

Trend Period: 2018-2022

Base Year: 2023

Number of Segments Covered: 4

Number of Tables & Graphs: 100+

Country-Level Market Assessment: 20

Segment Insights on the Phenolic Molding Compound Market:

The global phenolic molding compound market is segmented based on application type, grade type, resin type, and region.

Based on application type – The phenolic molding compound market is segmented into electrical, household appliances, automotive, sanitation, and others. Electrical is expected to remain the dominant and fastest-growing application in the market during the forecast period owing to the phenolic molding compound’s exceptional electrical insulation, heat resistance, dimensional stability, chemical resistance, and flame resistance properties. Key applications of the phenolic molding compounds included in the electrical segment are capacitors, circuit breakers, relays, switches, transformers, commutators, bush holders, fuse holders, MCBs, switch housing lids, etc.

Based on grade type - The market is segmented into general grade, heat resistant grade, high strength grade, electrical grade, and others. General grade is expected to remain the dominant grade type in the market during the forecast period due to its advantages, such as durability, compatibility with additives, ease of processing, wide acceptance in various industries, easy availability, and economical. Electrical grade will likely experience the fastest growth during the forecast period owing to rising demand for electrical components, growing usage of lightweight and durable materials, and advancements in electrical technologies.

Based on resin type - The market is segmented into resole and novolac in terms of resin type. Novolac is likely to remain the dominant resin type during the forecast period. The novolac molding compounds have desirable flow characteristics and fast-curing time and they possess an outstanding resistance against heat, flame, and chemicals with desired hardness.

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Which Region Shows the Most Promising Growth Forecast and Opportunity?

The analysis suggests that Asia-Pacific is expected to remain the largest and fastest-growing market for phenolic molding compounds during the forecast period. This growth outlook is majorly attributed to the following–

  • Rising investment in automotive, and electrical & electronics industries, a large customer base, and access to abundant raw materials required for phenolic molding compound production are some key factors that propel the region’s demand.
  • China is the dominant country for phenolic molding compounds as it is the largest producer and consumer of phenolic resin.

Phenolic Molding Compound Market Drivers:

Some of the key drivers listed in the report are given below.

·      The increasing growth rate of electrical & electronics, automotive, consumer goods, and construction industries

·      The rising adoption of phenolic resins for different applications

·      The key advantages of the phenolic molding compound, such as excellent insulation resistance, flame retardant, high mechanical strength, good chemical resistance, dimensional stability, and low creep, are likely to fuel the growth of the phenolic molding compound market during the forecast period.

Top Companies in the Phenolic Molding Compound Market:

The market is fragmented with the presence of over 50 players. Most of the major players compete in some of the governing factors including price, service offerings, regional presence, etc. Key players are focusing on manufacturing phenolic molding compounds which reduces CO2 emissions due to the difference in production methods from conventional materials. Stratview Research has identified the following companies as the top market players:

  • Sumitomo Bakelite Co., Ltd.
  • Bakelite Synthetics
  • Chang Chung Group
  • Resonac Holdings Corporation
  • Shaxian Hongsheng Plastic Co., Ltd.

What Unique Insights Does This Report Offer?

This report provides comprehensive insights into the market, answering critical questions like

-      How big is the sales opportunity?

-      Which regions offer the best sales opportunities?

-      Which are the most attractive market segments?

-      Which are the top players and their market positioning?

-      How complex is the business environment?

-      What are the factors affecting the market?

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