Date of publication: 2003 

Overview: Updating AMI North America’s earlier multiclient investigation into PP compound markets this report looks at the extent to which growth in the market has been driven by penetration gains or by increasing use in downstream applications. The dynamic of inter-material competition are discussed as are changes in the supply and demand structure for compounds in key markets such as the automotive sector and appliances. The relative roles of integrated versus independent compounders, trends in profitability and developments in new material and processing technologies are all covered in this comprehensive report. 

Product scope: Mineral filled PP (calcium carbonate, talc, mica, other minerals), glass fibre reinforced PP, elastomer modified PP. 

Market scope: Automotive (interior, bumper, other exterior, underhood, battery, other automotive), appliances, furniture, packaging, electronics, construction (pipe and fittings), medical, other. 

Geographic scope: USA, Canada, Mexico. 

Price: The full subscription price is USD 14,500. The fee includes five printed copies of the report, a CD-ROM with the principle supporting data plus up to three days consulting time to answer specific questions or develop additional market information.: 

Further information: For any other questions please contact Andrew Reynolds: apr@amiplastics.com