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Plastic Additives

Product Type: Market Research Report

Publication Date: Aug 30, 2006

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SUMMARY

This report analyzes the worldwide markets for Plastic Additives in Thousands of Tons and US$ Million. The major product segments analyzed are Fillers (Mineral Fillers), Plasticizers (Phthalate Plasticizers), Reinforcing Agents, Flame Retardants (Aluminum Oxide Hydrates, Antimony Oxide, Bromine-Based Compounds, Chlorine-Based Compounds, and Phosphorus-Based Compound), Colorants (Titanium Dioxide, Iron Oxides, and Organic Colorants), and Performance Additives (Blowing/Foaming Agents, Impact Modifiers, Organic Peroxides, Heat Stabilizers, Light Stabilizers, Antioxidants, Antistatic Agents, Preservatives & Biocides, and Lubricating Agents). The report provides separate comprehensive analytics for the North America, Japan, Europe, Asia Pacific, and Rest of World. Annual forecasts are provided for each region and product segment for the period of 2000 through 2010. The report profiles 74 companies including players such as A. Schulman, Inc., Akcros Chemicals, Albemarle Corporation, Asahi Denka Co., Ltd., Arkema, Baerlocher GmbH, BASF, Chemtura Corporation, Ciba Specialty Chemicals Holding, Inc., Clariant International Ltd., Cytec Industries, Inc., Dainippon Ink & Chemicals Inc., Degussa AG, Dow Chemical Company, DSM N.V., Du Pont (E.I.) De Nemours, Eastman Chemical Company, Ferro Corp., Lonza Group Ltd., PolyOne Corp., Rohm and Haas Company, and Velsicol. Market data and analytics are derived from primary and secondary research. Company profiles are mostly extracted from URL research and reported select online sources.

I-A. INTRODUCTION, METHODOLOGY & PRODUCT DEFINITIONS

Study Reliability And Reporting Limitations I-1
Disclaimers I-2
Data Interpretation & Reporting Level I-2
Product Definitions And Scope Of Study I-3
Product Segments I-4
Fillers I-4
Plasticizers I-4
Reinforcing Agents I-4
Flame Retardants I-4
Colorants I-4
Performance Additives I-4

I-B. GENERAL OVERVIEW OF PLASTICS INDUSTRY

II. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

1. Market Overview & Outlook II-1

Plastic Additives: Enhancing Value of Plastics II-1

2. Trends & Issues II-2

Developments in the Plastics Industry Impact Demand II-2
Growing Inter-Segment Competition in Plastics Business II-2
Changing Marketplace II-2
Stabilizer Technology for PVC - Likely to Change II-2
Consumer Goods Drive Demand for Flame Retardants II-3
Strong Growth for Plastic Additives in Wood Composites II-3
Non-Halogenated Flame Retardants - Eco-friendly II-3
Nanocomposites & Sub-Micron Fillers - Next Big Things in Plastics Processing!!! II-3
Move towards Cleaner Blowing Agents II-4
Efforts to Maximize Performance of Existing Chemistries II-4
Engineering Plastics Holds Good Prospects II-4
Technology and Product Innovations - Order of the Day II-4
Prospects in Asia Beckon Manufacturers II-5
Specialty Business Dons the Mantle of a Commodities Market II-5
Substitution Governed by Health and Environmental Issues II-5
E-commerce Initiatives in Plastic Additives Market II-5
Realignment in the Market, A Historical Perspective II-5
A Glance at Consolidation Activity in the Additives Business in the Recent Past (1998-2002) II-6
Mergers II-7

3. Specialty Chemicals Market - An Overview II-8

Specialty Chemicals - A Jolty Ride II-8
Strong Demand from Asia II-8
Increased Consolidation Activity II-8
Factors Fueling Consolidation Activity II-8

4. Issues Confronting the Market II-10

Environmental and Health Hazards Associated with Using Plasticizers II-10
Issues Related to Flame Retardants Market II-13
Blowing Agents Market: Effect of Proposed CFC Phase Out II-14
Major Issues in the Colorants Market II-16

5. Plastic Additives - Product Profile II-17

Introducing Additives to Plastics II-17
Select Plastic Additives, their Concentrations and Use in Plastics II-18
PVC: Compatibility with Additives is Excellent II-18
Formulation of PVC Products II-19
Commonly Used PVC Additives II-19
Use of Additives in Polyurethanes II-19
Polycarbonate Specific Additives II-19
Additives Used in Acrylic Plastics II-20
Fillers - Inexpensive Performance Boosters II-20
Mineral Fillers II-20
Other Fillers II-22
Fillers Become More Functional II-22
Fillers in Combination with Pigments - Creating a Natural Effect II-22
Plasticizers II-22
Aid in Polymer Processing and Enhance Flexibility of Product II-22
Manufacturing of Plasticizers II-22
Benefits of Plasticizer Usage II-23
External Plasticization II-23
Internal Plasticization II-23
Select Application Areas II-23
Types of Plasticizers II-24
Reinforcing Agents II-27
Glass Fiber - The Most Preferred Reinforcement II-27
Flame Retardants II-28
Fire - A Major Threat to Life and Property II-28
Products II-28
Modes of Operation II-28
Classification II-28
Based on Mode of Operation II-29
Char Formers II-29
Heat Absorbers II-29
Flame Quenchers II-29
Based on Composition II-29
Halogenated Flame Retardants II-29
Brominated Flame Retardants II-29
Electrical & Electronics - Major End-Use for Brominated Flame Retardants II-30
Table 1: World Market for Brominated Flame Retardants (2005(E)): Percentage Breakdown by End-Use - Electronics & Electrical (Housing, Printed Wiring Boards, Connectors & Relays and Wire & Cable), Building & Construction, Transportation and Others (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) II-30
Chlorinated Flame Retardants II-30
Non-Halogenated Flame Retardants II-30
Antimony Compounds II-30
Phosphorus Compounds II-31
Development of New Phosphorus based Flame Retardants II-31
Red Phosphorus II-31
Phosphates II-31
Other Flame Retardants II-31
Select Areas of Application II-32
End Markets & Applications for Brominated Flame-Retardants II-32
In Plastics II-32
Flame Retardant Systems II-32
Reactive Type II-32
Additive Type II-32
In Polyolefins II-33
In PVC II-33
In Thermoplastic Resins II-33
In Polyurethanes II-33
Colorants II-34
Adding Color to Plastics II-34
Colorants are not Polymer Specific II-34
Color Evaluation: Critical to Product Acceptance II-34
Forms of Colorants II-34
Types of Colorants II-35
Dry Colorants II-35
Conventional Color Concentrates II-35
Super Concentrates or Supercons II-35
Liquid Colorants II-36
Pre-Colored Resins II-36
A Broad Spectrum of Colors II-36
Mica-based Pigments - Most Extensively Used II-36
Coloring Plastics - The Processes II-36
Dry Coloring II-37
Coloring Systems for Polyurethanes II-37
Titanium Dioxide II-37
A Universal Ingredient II-37
Properties of TiO2 II-37
Optical Properties II-37
Functional Properties II-38
Table 2: World Titanium Dioxide Market, 2004: Major Producers by Annual Capacity for Region - US, Mexico, Canada, Brazil, Japan, France, Belgium, Germany, Finland, Italy, UK, Spain, Netherlands, Norway, Eastern Europe, China, Australia, Saudi Arabia, India, South Africa, Taiwan, Malaysia, Singapore and Korea (*In Metric Tons) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) II-39
Procurement and Processing II-39
Processing of Titaniferous Ores II-40
Sulfate Process II-40
Table 3: Percentage Content of TiO2 byFeedstock II-40
Chloride Process - The Economical Technology II-40
Table 4: Proportion of TiO2 Contained:
Based on Feedstock (includes correspondingGraph/Chart) II-41
Chloride Vs Sulfate II-41
Significant End-Use Segments II-42
Plastics - A Dynamic Market II-42
Trends in Titanium Dioxide Usage II-42
Components Enhancing TiO2 Dispersion Property II-43
Substitutes II-43
Major Determinants of TiO2 Replacement II-43
Calcium Carbonate and Calcined Clay II-43
ASP 170 II-43
Lithophone II-43
Iron Oxides II-44
End-Use Segments II-44
Organic Colorants II-44
Other Colorants II-44
Carbon Black II-44
Classification II-44
Production Process II-44
End-Use Markets II-45
Incorporation into Polymers II-45
Application in Plastics II-45
Gives a Jet Black Color II-45
Imparts Antistatic Properties II-45
Trend Toward Cleaner Grades II-45
Miscellaneous Colorants II-45
Performance Additives II-46
Modifiers II-46
Property Extenders II-46
Processing Aids II-46
Blowing/Foaming Agents II-46
CBAs - Product Overview II-46
Exothermic Blowing Agents II-47
Endothermic Blowing Agents II-47
Types of CBAs II-47
Azodicarbonamide II-47
Dinitropentamethylene Tetramine II-48
Oxybisbenzene Sufonyl Hydrazine II-48
Adding Blowing Agents to Plastics II-48
Carbon Dioxide Blowing Technology II-48
Pentanes as CBAs II-48
Advantages of Pentanes II-49
Disadvantages of Pentanes II-49
Impact Modifiers II-49
Increase Resistance to Stress II-49
Demand is Primarily from the PVC Market II-49
Organic Peroxides II-49
Cross-Linking Agents & Initiators in Polymerization II-49
End Uses of Organic Peroxides II-50
Table 5: World Market for Organic Peroxides (2005(E)): Percentage Breakdown of Consumption by End-Use - Thermoplastics, Thermoset Composites, Rubber, Coatings and Others (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) II-50
Specific Applications of Organic Peroxides II-51
Heat Stabilizers II-51
Providing Protection from Thermal Degradation II-51
Key in PVC Manufacturing II-52
Choice of Heat Stabilizers II-52
Environmental Concerns Spur Development of New Stabilizers II-53
Commonly Used Stabilizers II-53
Lead Stabilizers II-53
Organotin Stabilizers II-53
Calcium/Zinc Stabilizers II-54
Barium/Zinc and Other Related Compounds II-54
Cadmium II-54
Light Stabilizers II-54
The Sunscreen for Plastics II-54
Consumers of Light Stabilizers II-55
Polymer Degradation by Light II-55
Minimization of UV Ray Absorption by Polymers II-55
Minimization of Quenching II-55
Addition of Antioxidants II-56
Types of Light Stabilizers II-56
UV Absorbers II-56
HALS - Free Radical Terminators II-56
Quenchers II-56
Antioxidants II-56
Oxidation - How Does it Affect Polymers? II-57
Classification II-57
Primary Antioxidants: Phenol-Based and Amine-Based II-57
Secondary Antioxidants: Phosphorus-Based and Sulfur-Based II-58
Classification Based on Composition II-58
Spectrum of Antioxidants II-58
Technological Breakthrough II-59
Butylated Hydroxytoluene (BHT) II-59
Antistatic Agents II-59
Electrostatic Discharge in Plastics II-59
Combating Electrostatic Charge II-60
Classifications of Antistatic Agents II-61
Preservatives & Biocides II-62
Protection for Plastics II-62
Antimicrobials II-62
Manufacturers Work Towards Increasing Thermal Stability II-62
Non-Arsenic Antimicrobials Replacing OBPA-Based Additives II-62
Antifungus Agents II-62
Lubricants II-62
Lubricants - Product Line II-62
Primary Function that of a Flow Enhancer II-63
Classification of Lubricants II-63
Internal Lubes II-63
External Lubes II-63
Others II-63
Areas of Applications II-64
Miscellaneous Performance Additives II-64
A. Metallocene Catalysts II-64
B. Viscosity Depressants II-65
C. Coupling Agents II-65
D. Immobilized Platinum Catalysts II-65
E. Mold Release Agents II-65
F. Nucleating Agents II-65
G. Compatibilizers II-66
H. Degradation Additives II-66
I. Surfactants II-66
J. Urethane Catalysts II-66
K. Dehydrochlorination Stabilizers II-67

6. End-Use Sector Profile - Plastics II-68

An Integral Part of Daily Life II-68
Classification of Plastics II-68
Production and Processing II-69
Manufacture of Plastics II-69
Shaping and Finishing II-69
A Dominant Force II-70
Applications Galore II-70
Conductive Polymers: ABS and PVC Maintain Dominance II-71
Polyolefins II-71
Polypropylene (PP) II-71
Polyvinyl Chloride (Pvc) II-72
Polystyrene II-74
Polyurethane II-74
Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS) II-75
Polycarbonates (PC) II-75

7. Raw Materials for Plastic Additives II-76

Phthalic Anhydride II-76
Table 6: World Market for Phthalic Anhydride (2005(E)): Percentage Breakdown of Consumption by End-Use - Plasticizers, Alkyd Resins, Unsaturated Polyester Resins and others (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) II-76
Table 7: World Phthalic Anhydride Market (2005): Major Producers by Annual Capacity for Region - US, Mexico, South America, Japan, Belgium, Germany, Austria, France, Italy, Spain, The Netherlands, Sweden, South Africa, Africa, MidEast, China, Korea, India, Indonesia, Taiwan, Singapore, Malaysia, Pakistan and Thailand (*In Metric Tons) II-77
Phosphorus Trichloride II-78
Table 8: World Market for Phosphorus Trichloride (2005(E)): Percentage Breakdown of Consumption by End-Use - Pesticide Intermediates, Phosphorus Oxychloride, Plastics additives, Phosphorus acid and Others (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) II-78
Phosphorus Oxychloride (POC) II-78
Chloro Paraffins II-78
Table 9: World Market for Chloro Paraffins (2005(E)): Percentage Breakdown of Consumption by End-Use - Metal Working Fluids & Lubricants, Plastics Additives, Rubber, Coatings, Caulks, Sealants and Adhesives and others (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) II-79
Methyl Chloride II-79
Table 10: World Market for Methyl Chloride (2005(E)): Percentage Breakdown of Consumption by End-Use - Butyl rubber, Herbicides, Methyl cellulose ethers, Methyl chlorosilanes, Quaternary ammonium compounds and Others (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) II-79
A-Methylstyrene II-80
Neopentyl Glycol II-80
Butanol II-80
Table 11: World Market for Butanol (2005(E)): Percentage Breakdown of Consumption by End-Use - Butyl Acetate, Butyl Acrylate, Paint Solvent, Plasticizers and others (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) II-80
Adipic Acid II-80
Table 12: World Market for Adipic Acid (2005(E)): Percentage Breakdown of Consumption by End Use - Adiponitrile/HMDA, Nylon, Plasticizers, Polyurethanes and others (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) II-81
Alpha Olefins II-81
Table 13: World Market for Alpha Olefins (2005(E)): Percentage Breakdown of Consumption by End-Use - Alkyldimethylamines & dialkyimethylamines, Detergent alcohols, Fatty acids, Plasticizer alcohols, Polyethylene co-monomer, Surfactants, Synthetic lubricants & lube oil additives and others (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) II-81
Triethylene Glycol II-82
Table 14: World Market for Triethylene Glycol (2005(E)): Percentage Breakdown of Consumption by End-Use - Humectants, Natural Gas Dehydration, Plasticizers, Polyurethanes, Solvents, Unsaturated Polyester Resins and others (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) II-82
Dipropylene Glycol II-82
Table 15: World Market for Dipropylene Glycol (2005(E)): Percentage Breakdown of Consumption by End-Use - Alkyd Resins, Cosmetics & Fragrances, Plasticizers, Polyurethane Polyols, Unsaturated Polyester Resins and others (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) II-82
2-Ethylhexanol II-83
Table 16: World Market for 2-Ethylhexanol (2005(E)): Percentage Breakdown of Consumption by End-Use - Plasticizers, (Dioctyl phthalate, Dioctyl trimellitate, Dioctyl terephthalate and others), 2-ethylhexyl acrylate, 2-ethylhexyl nitrate, Surfactants, Solvent and others (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) II-83
Benzoic Acid II-83
Table 17: World Market for Benzoic Acid (2005(E)): Percentage Breakdown of Consumption by End-Use - Phenol, Benzoate Plasticizers, Sodium and Potassium Benzoates, Benzoyl Chloride, Alkyd Resins and others (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) II-83
Thioglycolic Acid II-84
Trimellitic Anhydride II-84
Vitamin - E II-84

8. Technological Developments II-85

Colorant Technology for Polypropylene &Plastic Applications II-85
PVC Stabilizer Manufacturers Striving to Develop New Additives II-85
Vitamin E Antioxidants for HDPE Food Packaging II-85
Use of Beta Nucleators in BOPP II-85
Modified Vegetable Oils Improve Thermal Stability of PVC II-86
Shoden Formulates Technology for Super-Pulverizing TiO2 II-86
Japan Succeeds in Producing Single Crystal of Rutile II-86
Technology to Boost Insulating Property of Cyclopentane-Blown Polyurethane II-86
Process for Producing Integral Skin Polyurethane Foams II-87
High-Porosity Solid Carrier Systems Ease Handling of Liquid Additives II-87

9. Product Innovation/Launches II-88

Chemtura Unveils New Fire Retardants II-88
Performance Additives Contemplates to Unveil
New Products II-88
Ciba Specialty Introduces Ciba® IRGASURF® SR 100 II-88
Ciba Specialty Unveils A New Disperse Dye II-88
Sumitomo Develops A New Plastic Additive II-88

10. Recent Industry Activity II-89

PMC Group Acquires Controlling Stake in PMC Rubber Chemicals II-89
BASF Intends to Acquire Lanxess' SAN Business II-89
Viscofán Acquires Teepak's Businesses II-89
Genpak Acquires Carthage Cup II-89
W.R. Grace & Co. Acquires Polypropylene Unit II-89
Conwed Plastics Acquires Polynet II-89
Consolidated Container Holdings Plans to Acquire Assets II-89
Promens Purchases Elkhart Plastics II-89
TriStar Acquires Assets II-90
Ball Corp Acquires Business Assets II-90
AEP Industries Acquires Operating Assets II-90
Step Up Investments and Mainetti Proposes to Acquire A&E Products II-90
Albemarle to Establish Phosphorus Flame Retardants Plant II-90
Asahi Denka Gets New Name II-90
BASF Plans to Rename Leuna-Miramid GmbH II-90
Velsicol to Establish A New Plastic Additives Business II-91
BASF Mulls to Double Capacity II-91
BASF's Eupolen® PE Blue 69-1501 Receives FDA Approval II-91
EU Bans Phthalate Plasticizers II-91
Crompton Corp and Great Lakes Chemical Merges II-91
Sumitomo Bakelite Acquires Vyncolit II-91
Dover Chemical Plans to Acquire PCI Chemicals' Business II-92
Degussa and Rizhao Lanxing Proposes A Joint Venture II-92
BASF Blocks Production of Diethylhexyl Phthalate and 2-Ethylhexanol II-92
Dystar Plans to Set Up Colorant Factory II-92
Sunoco Divests Plasticizer Operations II-92
Teijin Chemicals and Great Lakes to Set Up JV II-92
Albemarle Acquires Business of Rhodia II-92
Kisuma Chemicals to Double Output II-92
Nikkiso Holds a Technological Edge II-93
Ciba Forms Chem2U II-93
Clariant Acquires Quality Colour II-93
Launch of New Products at National Plastics Expo (NPE 2003) II-93
Degussa Acquires Antioxidants Business of Raschig II-94
Atofina Buys Remaining Stake in Metablen and Metco II-94
Albemarle and Atofina Establish a Joint Venture II-94
Akzo Nobel Joins PolymerAdditives.com II-94
PolyOne Acquires Transformación de Pigmentos y Colorantes SA (Transcolor) II-94
Ciba Acquires Flame Retardants Business of DSM II-94
CSFB Acquires 30% stake in HIH II-95
HT Purchases AECI's Share II-95
Bayer Sells Organic Pigments Business to Sun Chemical II-95
Akzo Nobel Announces a Peroxide Joint Venture with Keum Jung II-95
Rohm & Haas Acquires Plastic Additive Business of Kureha II-95
Ciba Restructures its Divisions II-95
Shinagawa Acquires Plastic Additive Business of Ferro Australia II-95
Riverdale Color Establishes New Manufacturing Plantin New Jersey II-95
Milliken Chemical Introduces a Line of liquid colorantsand a UV absorber II-96
Photoselective Additive from Ciba II-96
Acrylic Modifier Series from Atofina II-96
Heat Stabilizers from Akcros II-96
Chemson-Group Bags License from Crompton II-96
Albemarle Acquires Interest in Magnifin Magnesia Produkte II-96
Velsicol Acquires Plasticizer Business of CasChem II-97
Ciba Expands Light Stabilizers Capacity through New Plant in Germany II-97
Atofina Forms Additives Group II-97
Ciba and Atofina Sign an Agreement II-97
Shell Epoxy Resins Bags Distribution and Marketing Rights from Schill + Seilacher II-97
3M Develops New Flame Retardant II-97
Great Lakes Chemical Corp. Introduces Polybrominated- Styrene Flame Retardant II-97
Ferro Sells Flame Retardant Business to Albemarle II-97
Ciba Opens New Plant for Antioxidants in India II-97
Bayer Purchases Hughes II-98
Albemarle Forms Joint Venture with Jinhai Chemical II-98
Ferro Acquires Polymer Modifiers Business of Solutia II-98
BASF Purchases Plasticizers, Phthalic Anhydride and Butanediol Businesses of Sisas II-98
Kerr-McGee Acquires Kemira's Savannah Plant II-98
Kerr-McGee Purchases Kemira Oyj's Netherlands Pigment Operations II-98
Kerr-McGee Acquires Rotterdam Facility of Kemira II-98
Altair Purchases TiO2 Plant II-98

11. Focus on Select Players II-99

A. Schulman Inc. (US) II-99
Akcros Chemicals (UK) II-99
Albemarle Corporation (US) II-99
Asahi Denka Co., Ltd (Japan) II-99
Arkema (France) II-100
Baerlocher GmbH (Germany) II-100
BASF (Germany) II-100
Chemtura Corporation (US) II-101
Ciba Specialty Chemicals Holding Inc. (Switzerland) II-101
Clariant International Ltd. (Switzerland) II-101
Cytec Industries Inc. (US) II-101
Dainippon Ink & Chemicals Inc. (Japan) II-101
Degussa AG (Germany) II-102
Dow Chemical Company (US) II-102
DSM N.V. (The Netherlands) II-102
Du Pont (E.I.) De Nemours (US) II-102
Eastman Chemical Company (US) II-103
Ferro Corp. (US) II-103
Lonza Group Ltd. (Switzerland) II-103
PolyOne Corp. (US) II-104
Rohm and Haas Company (US) II-104
Velsicol (US) II-104

12. Global Market Perspective II-105

Table 18: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Plastic Additives by Geographic Region - North America, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan) and Rest of World Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in Thousand Tons for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) II-105
Table 19: World 10-Year Perspective for Plastic Additives by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Volume Sales for North America, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan) and Rest of World Markets for Years 2000, 2005 & 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) II-105
Table 20: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Plastic Additives by Geographic Region - US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan) and Rest of World Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) II-106
Table 21: World 10-Year Perspective for Plastic Additives by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan) and Rest of World Markets for Years 2000, 2005 & 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) II-106
Analysis by Product Segment II-107
Table 22: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Fillers by Geographic Region - North America, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan) and Rest of World Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in Thousand Tons for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) II-107
Table 23: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Fillers by Product Segment - Mineral Fillers and Other Fillers Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in Thousand Tons for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) II-107
Table 24: World 10-Year Perspective for Fillers by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Volume Sales for North America, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan) and Rest of World Markets for Years 2000, 2005 & 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) II-108
Table 25: World 10-Year Perspective for Fillers by Product Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Volume Sales for Mineral Fillers and Other Fillers Markets for Years 2000, 2005 & 2010 II-108
Table 26: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Fillers by Geographic Region - US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan) and Rest of World Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) II-109
Table 27: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Fillers by Product Segment - Mineral Fillers and Other Fillers Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) II-109
Table 28: World 10-Year Perspective for Fillers by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan) and Rest of World Markets for Years 2000, 2005 & 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) II-110
Table 29: World 10-Year Perspective for Fillers by Product Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for Mineral Fillers and Other Fillers Markets for Years 2000, 2005 & 2010 II-110
Table 30: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Plasticizers by Geographic Region - North America, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan) and Rest of World Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in Thousand Tons for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) II-111
Table 31: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Plasticizers by Product Segment - Phthalate Plasticizers and Other Plasticizers Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in Thousand Tons for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) II-111
Table 32: World 10-Year Perspective for Plasticizers by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Volume Sales for North America, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan) and Rest of World Markets for Years 2000, 2005 & 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) II-112
Table 33: World 10-Year Perspective for Plasticizers by Product Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Volume Sales for Phthalate Plasticizers and Other Plasticizers Markets for Years 2000, 2005 & 2010 II-112
Table 34: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Plasticizers by Geographic Region - US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan) and Rest of World Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) II-113
Table 35: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Plasticizers by Product Segment - Phthalate Plasticizers and Other Plasticizers Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) II-113
Table 36: World 10-Year Perspective for Plasticizers by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan) and Rest of World Markets for Years 2000, 2005 & 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) II-114
Table 37: World 10-Year Perspective for Plasticizers by Product Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for Phthalate Plasticizers and Other Plasticizers Markets for Years 2000, 2005 & 2010 II-114
Table 38: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Reinforcing Agents by Geographic Region - North America, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan) and Rest of World Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in Thousand Tons for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) II-115
Table 39: World 10-Year Perspective for Reinforcing Agents by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Volume Sales for North America, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan) and Rest of World Markets for Years 2000, 2005 & 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) II-115
Table 40: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Reinforcing Agents by Geographic Region - US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan) and Rest of World Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) II-116
Table 41: World 10-Year Perspective for Reinforcing Agents by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan) and Rest of World Markets for Years 2000, 2005 & 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) II-116
Table 42: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Flame Retardants by Geographic Region - North America, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan) and Rest of World Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in Thousand Tons for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) II-117
Table 43: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Flame Retardants by Product Segment - Aluminum Oxide Hydrates, Antimony Oxide, Bromine-Based Compounds, Chlorine-Based Compounds, Phosphorus-Based Compounds and Other Flame Retardants Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in Thousand Tons for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) II-117
Table 44: World 10-Year Perspective for Flame Retardants by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Volume Sales for North America, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan) and Rest of World Markets for Years 2000, 2005 & 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) II-118
Table 45: World 10-Year Perspective for Flame Retardants by Product Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Volume Sales for Aluminum Oxide Hydrates, Antimony Oxide, Bromine-Based Compounds, Chlorine-Based Compounds, Phosphorus-Based Compounds and Other Flame Retardants Markets for Years 2000, 2005 & 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) II-118
Table 46: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Flame Retardants by Geographic Region - US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan) and Rest of World Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2000 through 2010(includes corresponding Graph/Chart) II-119
Table 47: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Flame Retardants by Product Segment - Aluminum Oxide Hydrates, Antimony Oxide, Bromine-Based Compounds, Chlorine-Based Compounds, Phosphorus-Based Compounds and Other Flame Retardants Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) II-119
Table 48: World 10-Year Perspective for Flame Retardants by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan) and Rest of World Markets for Years 2000, 2005 & 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) II-120
Table 49: World 10-Year Perspective for Flame Retardants by Product Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for Aluminum Oxide Hydrates, Antimony Oxide, Bromine-Based Compounds, Chlorine-Based Compounds, Phosphorus-Based Compounds and Other Flame Retardants Markets for Years 2000, 2005 & 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) II-120
Table 50: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Colorants by Geographic Region - North America, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan) and Rest of World Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in Thousand Tons for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) II-121
Table 51: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Colorants by Product Segment - Titanium Dioxide, Iron Oxides, Organic Colorants and Other Colorants Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in Thousand Tons for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) II-121
Table 52: World 10-Year Perspective for Colorants by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Volume Sales for North America, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan) and Rest of World Markets for Years 2000, 2005 & 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) II-122
Table 53: World 10-Year Perspective for Colorants by Product Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Volume Sales for Titanium Dioxide, Iron Oxides, Organic Colorants and Other Colorants Markets for Years 2000, 2005 & 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) II-122
Table 54: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Colorants by Geographic Region - US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan) and Rest of World Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) II-123
Table 55: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Colorants by Product Segment - Titanium Dioxide, Iron Oxides, Organic Colorants and Other Colorants Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) II-123
Table 56: World 10-Year Perspective for Colorants by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan) and Rest of World Markets for Years 2000, 2005 & 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) II-124
Table 57: World 10-Year Perspective for Colorants by Product Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for Titanium Dioxide, Iron Oxides, Organic Colorants and Other Colorants Markets for Years 2000, 2005 & 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) II-124
Table 58: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Performance Additives by Geographic Region - North America, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan) and Rest of World Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in Thousand Tons for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) II-125
Table 59: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Performance Additives by Product Segment - Blowing/ Foaming Agents, Impact Modifiers, Organic Peroxides, Heat Stabilizers, Light Stabilizers, Antioxidants, Antistatic Agents, Preservatives & Biocides, Lubricating Agents and Miscellaneous Performance Additives Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in Thousand Tons for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) II-125
Table 60: World 10-Year Perspective for Performance Additives by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Volume Sales for North America, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan) and Rest of World Markets for Years 2000, 2005 & 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) II-126
Table 61: World 10-Year Perspective for Performance Additives by Product Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Volume Sales for Blowing/Foaming Agents, Impact Modifiers, Organic Peroxides, Heat Stabilizers, Light Stabilizers, Antioxidants, Antistatic Agents, Preservatives & Biocides, Lubricating Agents and Miscellaneous Performance Additives Markets for Years 2000, 2005 & 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) II-127
Table 62: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Performance Additives by Geographic Region - US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan) and Rest of World Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) II-128
Table 63: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Performance Additives by Product Segment - Blowing/ Foaming Agents, Impact Modifiers, Organic Peroxides, Heat Stabilizers, Light Stabilizers, Antioxidants, Antistatic Agents, Preservatives & Biocides, Lubricating Agents and Miscellaneous Performance Additives Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) II-129
Table 64: World 10-Year Perspective for Performance Additives by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan) and Rest of World Markets for Years 2000, 2005 & 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) II-130
Table 65: World 10-Year Perspective for Performance Additives by Product Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for Blowing/Foaming Agents, Impact Modifiers, Organic Peroxides, Heat Stabilizers, Light Stabilizers, Antioxidants, Antistatic Agents, Preservatives & Biocides, Lubricating Agents and Miscellaneous Performance Additives Markets for Years 2000, 2005 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) II-131

III. MARKET

1. North America III-1

A. Market Analysis III-1
B. Market Analytics III-2
Table 66: North American Recent Past, Current and Future Analysis for Plastic Additives by Product Segment - Fillers (Mineral Fillers and Other Fillers), Plasticizers (Phthalate Plasticizers and Other Plasticizers), Reinforcing Agents, Flame Retardants (Aluminum Oxide Hydrates, Antimony Oxide, Bromine-Based Compounds, Chlorine-Based Compounds, Phosphorus-Based Compounds and Other Flame Retardants), Colorants (Titanium Dioxide, Iron Oxides, Organic Colorants and Other Colorants) and Performance Additives (Blowing/ Foaming Agents, Impact Modifiers, Organic Peroxides, Heat Stabilizers, Light Stabilizers, Antioxidants, Antistatic Agents, Preservatives & Biocides, Lubricating Agents and Miscellaneous) Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in Thousand Tons for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) III-2
Table 67: North American 10-Year Perspective for Plastic Additives by Product Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Volume Sales for Fillers (Mineral Fillers and Other Fillers), Plasticizers (Phthalate Plasticizers and Other Plasticizers), Reinforcing Agents, Flame Retardants (Aluminum Oxide Hydrates, Antimony Oxide, Bromine-Based Compounds, Chlorine-Based Compounds, Phosphorus-Based Compounds and Other Flame Retardants), Colorants (Titanium Dioxide, Iron Oxides, Organic Colorants and Other Colorants) and Performance Additives (Blowing/ Foaming Agents, Impact Modifiers, Organic Peroxides, Heat Stabilizers, Light Stabilizers, Antioxidants, Antistatic Agents, Preservatives & Biocides, Lubricating Agents and Miscellaneous) Markets for Years 2000, 2005 & 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) III-3

2. The United States III-4

A. Market Analysis III-4
Increase in End-Use Applications Spur Demand for Plastic Additives III-4
HALS - Making Up the Bulk of the Light Stabilizer Market III-4
Market for Colorants Looks Colorful III-4
PVC - A Strong Influence on the Plastic Additives Market III-5
Chlorinated Paraffins - Doubling as Plasticizers and Flame Retardants III-5
Table 68: US Market for Chlorinated Paraffins (2005(E)): Percentage Breakdown of Consumption by End-Use - Metal Working Fluids & Lubricants, Plastics Additives, Rubber, Coatings, Caulks, Sealants & Adhesives and Others (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) III-5
Table 69: US Titanium Dioxide Market, 2004: Major Producers by Annual Capacity for Dupond Lyondell Chemical, Kerr-McGee and Huntsman-Kronos (*In Metric Tons) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) III-6
Table 70: US Phathalic Anhydride Market, 2004: Major Producers by Annual Capacity for ExxonMobil Chemical, BASF, Stepan, Sterling Chemicals BASF and Koppers Industries (*In Metric Tons) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) III-6
Environmental and Health Concerns Influence the Market III-7
Colorant Industry - Conforming to Environmental Standards III-7
EPA Clarifies Regulations on Biocides III-7
EPA Classifies DEHP as a Probable Human Carcinogen III-7
A Glance at Select Raw Materials for Plastic Additives III-8
2-Ethylhexanol III-8
Table 71: US Market for 2-ethylhexanol (2005(E)): Percentage Breakdown of Consumption by End-Use - Plasticizers, Acrylate and Methacrylate Esters, Lube Additives, Surfactants, Diesel Fuel Additives, Solvents and Other (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) III-8
Phosphorous Oxychloride III-9
Table 72: US Market for Phosphorous Oxychloride (2005(E)): Percentage Breakdown of Consumption by End-Use - Plasticizers & Elastomers, Functional Fluids, Pesticides, Lube Additives, Surfactants and Sequesterants and Others (includes corresponding
Graph/Chart) III-9
Benzoic Acid III-9
Table 73: US Market for Benzoic Acid (2005(E)): Percentage Breakdown of Consumption by End-Use - Benzoate Plasticizers, Sodium and Potassium Benzoates, Benzoyl Chloride, Alkyd Resins, N-Butyl Benzoate and Others (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) III-9
Triethylene Glycol III-9
Table 74: US Market for Triethylene Glycol (2005(E)): Percentage Breakdown of Consumption by End-Use - Natural Gas Dehydration, Solvents, Plasticizers, Polyurethanes, Humectants, Unsaturated Polyester Resins and Others (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) III-10
Phthalic Anhydride III-10
Table 75: US Market for Phthalic Anhydride (2005(E)): Percentage Breakdown of Consumption by End-Use - Plasticizers, Unsaturated Polyester Resins, Alkyd Resins and Others (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) III-10
Dipropylene Glycol III-10
Table 76: US Market for Dipropylene Glycol (2005(E)): Percentage Breakdown of Consumption by End-Use for - Plasticizers, Cosmetics & Fragrances, Unsaturated Polyester Resins, Polyurethane Polyols, Alkyd Resins and Others (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) III-10
Strategic Corporate Developments III-11
Product Innovations/Launches III-15
Focus on Select Players III-16
A. Schulman Inc. III-16
Albemarle Corporation III-16
Amfine Chemical Corporation III-16
Chemtura Corporation (US) III-16
Cytec Industries Inc. III-16
Dow Chemical Company III-17
Du Pont (E.I.) De Nemours III-17
Eastman Chemical Company III-17
Ferro Corp. III-17
PolyOne Corp. III-17
Rohm and Haas Company III-18
Velsicol III-18
B. Market Analytics III-19
Table 77: US Recent Past, Current and Future Analysis for Plastic Additives by Product Segment - Fillers (Mineral Fillers and Other Fillers), Plasticizers (Phthalate Plasticizers and Other Plasticizers), Reinforcing Agents, Flame Retardants (Aluminum Oxide Hydrates, Antimony Oxide, Bromine-Based Compounds, Chlorine-Based Compounds, Phosphorus-Based Compounds and Other Flame Retardants), Colorants (Titanium Dioxide, Iron Oxides, Organic Colorants and Other Colorants) and Performance Additives (Blowing/ Foaming Agents, Impact Modifiers, Organic Peroxides, Heat Stabilizers, Light Stabilizers, Antioxidants, Antistatic Agents, Preservatives & Biocides, Lubricating Agents and Miscellaneous) Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) III-19
Table 78: US 10-Year Perspective for Plastic Additives by Product Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for Fillers (Mineral Fillers and Other Fillers), Plasticizers (Phthalate Plasticizers and Other Plasticizers), Reinforcing Agents, Flame Retardants (Aluminum Oxide Hydrates, Antimony Oxide, Bromine-Based Compounds, Chlorine-Based Compounds, Phosphorus-Based Compounds and Other Flame Retardants), Colorants (Titanium Dioxide, Iron Oxides, Organic Colorants and Other Colorants) and Performance Additives (Blowing/Foaming Agents, Impact Modifiers, Organic Peroxides, Heat Stabilizers, Light Stabilizers, Antioxidants, Antistatic Agents, Preservatives & Biocides, Lubricating Agents and Miscellaneous) Markets for Years 2000, 2005 & 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) III-20

3. Canada III-21

Market Analysis III-21
Table 79: Canadian Recent Past, Current and Future Analysis for Plastic Additives by Product Segment - Fillers (Mineral Fillers and Other Fillers), Plasticizers (Phthalate Plasticizers and Other Plasticizers), Reinforcing Agents, Flame Retardants (Aluminum Oxide Hydrates, Antimony Oxide, Bromine-Based Compounds, Chlorine-Based Compounds, Phosphorus-Based Compounds and Other Flame Retardants), Colorants (Titanium Dioxide, Iron Oxides, Organic Colorants and Other Colorants) and Performance Additives (Blowing/ Foaming Agents, Impact Modifiers, Organic Peroxides, Heat Stabilizers, Light Stabilizers, Antioxidants, Antistatic Agents, Preservatives & Biocides, Lubricating Agents and Miscellaneous) Markets Independently Analyzed with
Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) III-22
Table 80: Canadian 10-Year Perspective for Plastic Additives by Product Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for Fillers (Mineral Fillers and Other Fillers), Plasticizers (Phthalate Plasticizers and Other Plasticizers), Reinforcing Agents, Flame Retardants (Aluminum Oxide Hydrates, Antimony Oxide, Bromine-Based Compounds, Chlorine-Based Compounds, Phosphorus-Based Compounds and Other Flame Retardants), Colorants (Titanium Dioxide, Iron Oxides, Organic Colorants and Other Colorants) and Performance Additives (Blowing/ Foaming Agents, Impact Modifiers, Organic Peroxides, Heat Stabilizers, Light Stabilizers, Antioxidants, Antistatic Agents, Preservatives & Biocides, Lubricating Agents and Miscellaneous) Markets for Years 2000, 2005 & 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) III-23

4. Japan III-24

A. Market Analysis III-24
Increasing Use of Plastics Spurs Additives Demand III-24
Plasticizer Manufacturers Pin Hopes on China and Southeast Asia III-24
Antifungal Agents Show Promise III-24
PVC Stabilizers III-24
Regulations Retard Demand for Lead Stabilizers III-24
Halogen-Free Products Substitute DBDPO III-25
High-Molecular Weight, Low Volatility Products in Demand III-25
Lubricant and Antistatic Agent Manufacturers Develop High Temperature Resistant Products III-25
Table 81: Japanese Phthalic Anhydride Market (2005): Major Producers by Annual Capacity for Japan Phathalic, Kawasaki Kasei, C-Chem, Nippon Steel Chemical and JPE Chemical (*In Metric Tons) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) III-25
Strategic Corporate Developments III-26
Focus on Select Players III-26
Adeka Corporation III-26
Dainippon Ink & Chemicals Inc. III-26
B. Market Analytics III-27
Table 82: Japanese Recent Past, Current and Future Analysis for Plastic Additives by Product Segment - Fillers (Mineral Fillers and Other Fillers), Plasticizers (Phthalate Plasticizers and Other Plasticizers), Reinforcing Agents, Flame Retardants (Aluminum Oxide Hydrates, Antimony Oxide, Bromine-Based Compounds, Chlorine-Based Compounds, Phosphorus-Based Compounds and Other Flame Retardants), Colorants (Titanium Dioxide, Iron Oxides, Organic Colorants and Other Colorants) and Performance Additives (Blowing/Foaming Agents, Impact Modifiers, Organic Peroxides, Heat Stabilizers, Light Stabilizers, Antioxidants, Antistatic Agents, Preservatives & Biocides, Lubricating Agents and Miscellaneous) Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in Thousand Tons for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) III-27
Table 83: Japanese 10-Year Perspective for Plastic Additives by Product Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Volume Sales for Fillers (Mineral Fillers and Other Fillers), Plasticizers (Phthalate Plasticizers and Other Plasticizers), Reinforcing Agents, Flame Retardants (Aluminum Oxide Hydrates, Antimony Oxide, Bromine-Based Compounds, Chlorine-Based Compounds, Phosphorus-Based Compounds and Other Flame Retardants), Colorants (Titanium Dioxide, Iron Oxides, Organic Colorants and Other Colorants) and Performance Additives (Blowing/ Foaming Agents, Impact Modifiers, Organic Peroxides, Heat Stabilizers, Light Stabilizers, Antioxidants, Antistatic Agents, Preservatives & Biocides, Lubricating Agents and Miscellaneous) Markets for Years 2000, 2005 & 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) III-28
Table 84: Japanese Recent Past, Current and Future Analysis for Plastic Additives by Product Segment - Fillers (Mineral Fillers and Other Fillers), Plasticizers (Phthalate Plasticizers and Other Plasticizers), Reinforcing Agents, Flame Retardants (Aluminum Oxide Hydrates, Antimony Oxide, Bromine-Based Compounds, Chlorine-Based Compounds, Phosphorus-Based Compounds and Other Flame Retardants), Colorants (Titanium Dioxide, Iron Oxides, Organic Colorants and Other Colorants) and Performance Additives (Blowing/Foaming Agents, Impact Modifiers, Organic Peroxides, Heat Stabilizers, Light Stabilizers, Antioxidants, Antistatic Agents, Preservatives & Biocides, Lubricating Agents and Miscellaneous) Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) III-29
Table 85: Japanese 10-Year Perspective for Plastic Additives by Product Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for Fillers (Mineral Fillers and Other Fillers), Plasticizers (Phthalate Plasticizers and Other Plasticizers), Reinforcing Agents, Flame Retardants (Aluminum Oxide Hydrates, Antimony Oxide, Bromine-Based Compounds, Chlorine-Based Compounds, Phosphorus-Based Compounds and Other Flame Retardants), Colorants (Titanium Dioxide, Iron Oxides, Organic Colorants and Other Colorants) and Performance Additives (Blowing/ Foaming Agents, Impact Modifiers, Organic Peroxides, Heat Stabilizers, Light Stabilizers, Antioxidants, Antistatic Agents, Preservatives & Biocides, Lubricating Agents and Miscellaneous) Markets for Years 2000, 2005 & 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) III-30

5. Europe III-31

A. Market Analysis III-31
Table 86: European Titanium Dioxide Market, 2004: Major Producers by Annual Capacity for Region - France, Belgium, Germany, Finland, Italy, UK, Spain, Netherlands, Norway and Eastern Europe (*In Metric Tons) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) III-32
Table 87: European Phthalic Anhydride Market (2005): Major Producers by Annual Capacity for Region - Belgium, Germany, Austria, France, Italy, Spain, The Netherlands, and Sweden (*In Metric Tons) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) III-33
Strategic Corporate Developments III-33
Product Innovation III-37
Focus on Select Players III-38
Akcros Chemicals (UK) III-38
Arkema (France) III-38
Baerlocher GmbH (Germany) III-38
BASF (Germany) III-38
Ciba Specialty Chemicals Holding Inc.(Switzerland) III-39
Clariant International Ltd. (Switzerland) III-39
Degussa AG (Germany) III-39
DSM N.V. (The Netherlands) III-39
Lonza Group Ltd. (Switzerland) III-39
B. Market Analytics III-41
Table 88: European Recent Past, Current and Future Analysis for Plastic Additives by Product Segment - Fillers (Mineral Fillers and Other Fillers), Plasticizers (Phthalate Plasticizers and Other Plasticizers), Reinforcing Agents, Flame Retardants (Aluminum Oxide Hydrates, Antimony Oxide, Bromine-Based Compounds, Chlorine-Based Compounds, Phosphorus-Based Compounds and Other Flame Retardants), Colorants (Titanium Dioxide, Iron Oxides, Organic Colorants and Other Colorants) and Performance Additives (Blowing/Foaming Agents, Impact Modifiers, Organic Peroxides, Heat Stabilizers, Light Stabilizers, Antioxidants, Antistatic Agents, Preservatives & Biocides, Lubricating Agents and Miscellaneous) Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in Thousand Tons for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) III-41
Table 89: European 10-Year Perspective for Plastic Additives by Product Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Volume Sales for Fillers (Mineral Fillers and Other Fillers), Plasticizers (Phthalate Plasticizers and Other Plasticizers), Reinforcing Agents, Flame Retardants (Aluminum Oxide Hydrates, Antimony Oxide, Bromine-Based Compounds, Chlorine-Based Compounds, Phosphorus-Based Compounds and Other Flame Retardants), Colorants (Titanium Dioxide, Iron Oxides, Organic Colorants and Other Colorants) and Performance Additives (Blowing/ Foaming Agents, Impact Modifiers, Organic Peroxides, Heat Stabilizers, Light Stabilizers, Antioxidants, Antistatic Agents, Preservatives & Biocides, Lubricating Agents and Miscellaneous) Markets for Years 2000, 2005 & 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) III-42
Table 90: European Recent Past, Current and Future Analysis for Plastic Additives by Geographic Region - France, Germany, Italy, UK, Spain, Russia and Rest of Europe Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) III-43
Table 91: European Recent Past, Current and Future Analysis for Plastic Additives by Product Segment - Fillers (Mineral Fillers and Other Fillers), Plasticizers (Phthalate Plasticizers and Other Plasticizers), Reinforcing Agents, Flame Retardants (Aluminum Oxide Hydrates, Antimony Oxide, Bromine-Based Compounds, Chlorine-Based Compounds, Phosphorus-Based Compounds and Other Flame Retardants), Colorants (Titanium Dioxide, Iron Oxides, Organic Colorants and Other Colorants) and Performance Additives (Blowing/Foaming Agents, Impact Modifiers, Organic Peroxides, Heat Stabilizers, Light Stabilizers, Antioxidants, Antistatic Agents, Preservatives & Biocides, Lubricating Agents and Miscellaneous) Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) III-44
Table 92: European 10-Year Perspective for Plastic Additives by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for France, Germany, Italy, UK, Spain, Russia and Rest of Europe Markets for Years 2000, 2005 & 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) III-45
Table 93: European 10-Year Perspective for Plastic Additives by Product Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for Fillers (Mineral Fillers and Other Fillers), Plasticizers (Phthalate Plasticizers and Other Plasticizers), Reinforcing Agents, Flame Retardants (Aluminum Oxide Hydrates, Antimony Oxide, Bromine-Based Compounds, Chlorine-Based Compounds, Phosphorus-Based Compounds and Other Flame Retardants), Colorants (Titanium Dioxide, Iron Oxides, Organic Colorants and Other Colorants) and Performance Additives (Blowing/ Foaming Agents, Impact Modifiers, Organic Peroxides, Heat Stabilizers, Light Stabilizers, Antioxidants, Antistatic Agents, Preservatives & Biocides, Lubricating Agents and Miscellaneous) Markets for Years 2000, 2005 & 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) III-46

5a. France III-47

Market Analysis III-48
Table 94: French Recent Past, Current and Future Analysis for Plastic Additives by Product Segment - Fillers (Mineral Fillers and Other Fillers), Plasticizers (Phthalate Plasticizers and Other Plasticizers), Reinforcing Agents, Flame Retardants (Aluminum Oxide Hydrates, Antimony Oxide, Bromine-Based Compounds, Chlorine-Based Compounds, Phosphorus-Based Compounds and Other Flame Retardants), Colorants (Titanium Dioxide, Iron Oxides, Organic Colorants and Other Colorants) and Performance Additives (Blowing/Foaming Agents, Impact Modifiers, Organic Peroxides, Heat Stabilizers, Light Stabilizers, Antioxidants, Antistatic Agents, Preservatives & Biocides, Lubricating Agents and Miscellaneous) Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) III-48
Table 95: French 10-Year Perspective for Plastic Additives by Product Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for Fillers (Mineral Fillers and Other Fillers), Plasticizers (Phthalate Plasticizers and Other Plasticizers), Reinforcing Agents, Flame Retardants (Aluminum Oxide Hydrates, Antimony Oxide, Bromine-Based Compounds, Chlorine-Based Compounds, Phosphorus-Based Compounds and Other Flame Retardants), Colorants (Titanium Dioxide, Iron Oxides, Organic Colorants and Other Colorants) and Performance Additives (Blowing/ Foaming Agents, Impact Modifiers, Organic Peroxides, Heat Stabilizers, Light Stabilizers, Antioxidants, Antistatic Agents, Preservatives & Biocides, Lubricating Agents and Miscellaneous) Markets for Years 2000, 2005 & 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) III-49

5b. Germany III-50

Market Analysis III-51
Table 96: German Recent Past, Current and Future Analysis for Plastic Additives by Product Segment - Fillers (Mineral Fillers and Other Fillers), Plasticizers (Phthalate Plasticizers and Other Plasticizers), Reinforcing Agents, Flame Retardants (Aluminum Oxide Hydrates, Antimony Oxide, Bromine-Based Compounds, Chlorine-Based Compounds, Phosphorus-Based Compounds and Other Flame Retardants), Colorants (Titanium Dioxide, Iron Oxides, Organic Colorants and Other Colorants) and Performance Additives (Blowing/ Foaming Agents, Impact Modifiers, Organic Peroxides, Heat Stabilizers, Light Stabilizers, Antioxidants, Antistatic Agents, Preservatives & Biocides, Lubricating Agents and Miscellaneous) Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) III-51
Table 97: German 10-Year Perspective for Plastic Additives by Product Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for Fillers (Mineral Fillers and Other Fillers), Plasticizers (Phthalate Plasticizers and Other Plasticizers), Reinforcing Agents, Flame Retardants (Aluminum Oxide Hydrates, Antimony Oxide, Bromine-Based Compounds, Chlorine-Based Compounds, Phosphorus-Based Compounds and Other Flame Retardants), Colorants (Titanium Dioxide, Iron Oxides, Organic Colorants and Other Colorants) and Performance Additives (Blowing/ Foaming Agents, Impact Modifiers, Organic Peroxides, Heat Stabilizers, Light Stabilizers, Antioxidants, Antistatic Agents, Preservatives & Biocides, Lubricating Agents and Miscellaneous) Markets for Years 2000, 2005 & 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) III-52

5c. Italy III-53

Market Analysis III-54
Table 98: Italian Recent Past, Current and Future Analysis for Plastic Additives by Product Segment - Fillers (Mineral Fillers and Other Fillers), Plasticizers (Phthalate Plasticizers and Other Plasticizers), Reinforcing Agents, Flame Retardants (Aluminum Oxide Hydrates, Antimony Oxide, Bromine-Based Compounds, Chlorine-Based Compounds, Phosphorus-Based Compounds and Other Flame Retardants), Colorants (Titanium Dioxide, Iron Oxides, Organic Colorants and Other Colorants) and Performance Additives (Blowing/ Foaming Agents, Impact Modifiers, Organic Peroxides, Heat Stabilizers, Light Stabilizers, Antioxidants, Antistatic Agents, Preservatives & Biocides, Lubricating Agents and Miscellaneous) Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) III-54
Table 99: Italian 10-Year Perspective for Plastic Additives by Product Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for Fillers (Mineral Fillers and Other Fillers), Plasticizers (Phthalate Plasticizers and Other Plasticizers), Reinforcing Agents, Flame Retardants (Aluminum Oxide Hydrates, Antimony Oxide, Bromine-Based Compounds, Chlorine-Based Compounds, Phosphorus-Based Compounds and Other Flame Retardants), Colorants (Titanium Dioxide, Iron Oxides, Organic Colorants and Other Colorants) and Performance Additives (Blowing/ Foaming Agents, Impact Modifiers, Organic Peroxides, Heat Stabilizers, Light Stabilizers, Antioxidants, Antistatic Agents, Preservatives & Biocides, Lubricating Agents and Miscellaneous) Markets for Years 2000, 2005 & 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) III-55

5d. The United Kingdom III-56

Market Analysis III-57
Table 100: UK Recent Past, Current and Future Analysis for Plastic Additives by Product Segment - Fillers (Mineral Fillers and Other Fillers), Plasticizers (Phthalate Plasticizers and Other Plasticizers), Reinforcing Agents, Flame Retardants (Aluminum Oxide Hydrates, Antimony Oxide, Bromine-Based Compounds, Chlorine-Based Compounds, Phosphorus-Based Compounds and Other Flame Retardants), Colorants (Titanium Dioxide, Iron Oxides, Organic Colorants and Other Colorants) and Performance Additives (Blowing/ Foaming Agents, Impact Modifiers, Organic Peroxides, Heat Stabilizers, Light Stabilizers, Antioxidants, Antistatic Agents, Preservatives & Biocides, Lubricating Agents and Miscellaneous) Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) III-57
Table 101: UK 10-Year Perspective for Plastic Additives by Product Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for Fillers (Mineral Fillers and Other Fillers), Plasticizers (Phthalate Plasticizers and Other Plasticizers), Reinforcing Agents, Flame Retardants (Aluminum Oxide Hydrates, Antimony Oxide, Bromine-Based Compounds, Chlorine-Based Compounds, Phosphorus-Based Compounds and Other Flame Retardants), Colorants (Titanium Dioxide, Iron Oxides, Organic Colorants and Other Colorants) and Performance Additives (Blowing/Foaming Agents, Impact Modifiers, Organic Peroxides, Heat Stabilizers, Light Stabilizers, Antioxidants, Antistatic Agents, Preservatives & Biocides, Lubricating Agents and Miscellaneous) Markets for Years 2000, 2005 & 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) III-58

5e. Spain III-59

Market Analysis III-60
Table 102: Spanish Recent Past, Current and Future Analysis for Plastic Additives by Product Segment - Fillers (Mineral Fillers and Other Fillers), Plasticizers (Phthalate Plasticizers and Other Plasticizers), Reinforcing Agents, Flame Retardants (Aluminum Oxide Hydrates, Antimony Oxide, Bromine-Based Compounds, Chlorine-Based Compounds, Phosphorus-Based Compounds and Other Flame Retardants), Colorants (Titanium Dioxide, Iron Oxides, Organic Colorants and Other Colorants) and Performance Additives (Blowing/Foaming Agents, Impact Modifiers, Organic Peroxides, Heat Stabilizers, Light Stabilizers, Antioxidants, Antistatic Agents, Preservatives & Biocides, Lubricating Agents and Miscellaneous) Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) III-60
Table 103: Spanish 10-Year Perspective for Plastic Additives by Product Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for Fillers (Mineral Fillers and Other Fillers), Plasticizers (Phthalate Plasticizers and Other Plasticizers), Reinforcing Agents, Flame Retardants (Aluminum Oxide Hydrates, Antimony Oxide, Bromine-Based Compounds, Chlorine-Based Compounds, Phosphorus-Based Compounds and Other Flame Retardants), Colorants (Titanium Dioxide, Iron Oxides, Organic Colorants and Other Colorants) and Performance Additives (Blowing/ Foaming Agents, Impact Modifiers, Organic Peroxides, Heat Stabilizers, Light Stabilizers, Antioxidants, Antistatic Agents, Preservatives & Biocides, Lubricating Agents and Miscellaneous) Markets for Years 2000, 2005 & 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) III-61

5f. Russia III-62

Market Analysis III-63
Table 104: Russian Recent Past, Current and Future Analysis for Plastic Additives by Product Segment - Fillers (Mineral Fillers and Other Fillers), Plasticizers (Phthalate Plasticizers and Other Plasticizers), Reinforcing Agents, Flame Retardants (Aluminum Oxide Hydrates, Antimony Oxide, Bromine-Based Compounds, Chlorine-Based Compounds, Phosphorus-Based Compounds and Other Flame Retardants), Colorants (Titanium Dioxide, Iron Oxides, Organic Colorants and Other Colorants) and Performance Additives (Blowing/Foaming Agents, Impact Modifiers, Organic Peroxides, Heat Stabilizers, Light Stabilizers, Antioxidants, Antistatic Agents, Preservatives & Biocides, Lubricating Agents and Miscellaneous) Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) III-63
Table 105: Russian 10-Year Perspective for Plastic Additives by Product Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for Fillers (Mineral Fillers and Other Fillers), Plasticizers (Phthalate Plasticizers and Other Plasticizers), Reinforcing Agents, Flame Retardants (Aluminum Oxide Hydrates, Antimony Oxide, Bromine-Based Compounds, Chlorine-Based Compounds, Phosphorus-Based Compounds and Other Flame Retardants), Colorants (Titanium Dioxide, Iron Oxides, Organic Colorants and Other Colorants) and Performance Additives (Blowing/Foaming Agents, Impact Modifiers, Organic Peroxides, Heat Stabilizers, Light Stabilizers, Antioxidants, Antistatic Agents, Preservatives & Biocides, Lubricating Agents and Miscellaneous) Markets for Years 2000, 2005 & 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) III-64

5g. Rest of Europe III-65

Market Analysis III-66
Table 106: Rest of Europe market for Plastic Additives - Recent Past, Current and Future Analysis by Product Segment - Fillers (Mineral Fillers and Other Fillers), Plasticizers (Phthalate Plasticizers and Other Plasticizers), Reinforcing Agents, Flame Retardants (Aluminum Oxide Hydrates, Antimony Oxide, Bromine-Based Compounds, Chlorine-Based Compounds, Phosphorus-Based Compounds and Other Flame Retardants), Colorants (Titanium Dioxide, Iron Oxides, Organic Colorants and Other Colorants) and Performance Additives (Blowing/ Foaming Agents, Impact Modifiers, Organic Peroxides, Heat Stabilizers, Light Stabilizers, Antioxidants, Antistatic Agents, Preservatives & Biocides, Lubricating Agents and Miscellaneous) Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) III-66
Table 107: Rest of Europe 10-Year Perspective for Plastic Additives by Product Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for Fillers (Mineral Fillers and Other Fillers), Plasticizers (Phthalate Plasticizers and Other Plasticizers), Reinforcing Agents, Flame Retardants (Aluminum Oxide Hydrates, Antimony Oxide, Bromine-Based Compounds, Chlorine-Based Compounds, Phosphorus-Based Compounds and Other Flame Retardants), Colorants (Titanium Dioxide, Iron Oxides, Organic Colorants and Other Colorants) and Performance Additives (Blowing/ Foaming Agents, Impact Modifiers, Organic Peroxides, Heat Stabilizers, Light Stabilizers, Antioxidants, Antistatic Agents, Preservatives & Biocides, Lubricating Agents and Miscellaneous) Markets for Years 2000, 2005 & 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) III-67

6. Asia Pacific III-68

A. Market Analysis III-69
Table 108: Asia Pacific Phthalic Anhydride Market (2005): Major Producers by Annual Capacity for Region - China, Korea, India, Indonesia, Taiwan, Singapore, Malaysia, Pakistan and Thailand (*In Metric Tons) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) III-69
Table 109: Asia Pacific Titanium Dioxide Market, 2004: Major Producers by Annual Capacity for Region - China, Australia, Saudi Arabia, India, South Africa, Taiwan, Malaysia, Singapore and Korea (*In Metric Tons) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) III-70
Introduction of The Furniture Standard in North America Spells Trouble for Asian Manufacturers III-70
China III-70
Foreign Investments in Chinese Plastic Additives Industry III-71
An Overview of Select Plastic Additives III-71
Fillers III-71
Plasticizers III-71
Reinforcing Agents III-71
Flame Retardants III-71
Performance Additives III-71
Antistatic Agents III-71
Impact Modifiers III-72
Lubricating Agents III-72
A Glance at Select End-Use Markets III-72
Table 110: Chinese Market for Plastic Additives (2005(E)): Percentage Breakdown of Consumption by End-Use - PVC, Polyethylene, Polypropylene and Others (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) III-72
Table 111: Annual Production Capacity of Light Stabilizers in China (2000-2005) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) III-72
B. Market Analytics III-73
Table 112: Asia-Pacific Market for Plastic Additives - Recent Past, Current and Future Analysis by Product Segment - Fillers (Mineral Fillers and Other Fillers), Plasticizers (Phthalate Plasticizers and Other Plasticizers), Reinforcing Agents, Flame Retardants (Aluminum Oxide Hydrates, Antimony Oxide, Bromine-Based Compounds, Chlorine-Based Compounds, Phosphorus-Based Compounds and Other Flame Retardants), Colorants (Titanium Dioxide, Iron Oxides, Organic Colorants and Other Colorants) and Performance Additives (Blowing/ Foaming Agents, Impact Modifiers, Organic Peroxides, Heat Stabilizers, Light Stabilizers, Antioxidants, Antistatic Agents, Preservatives & Biocides, Lubricating Agents and Miscellaneous) Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in Thousand Tons for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) III-73
Table 113: Asia-Pacific 10-Year Perspective for Plastic Additives by Product Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Volume Sales for Fillers (Mineral Fillers and Other Fillers), Plasticizers (Phthalate Plasticizers and Other Plasticizers), Reinforcing Agents, Flame Retardants (Aluminum Oxide Hydrates, Antimony Oxide, Bromine-Based Compounds, Chlorine-Based Compounds, Phosphorus-Based Compounds and Other Flame Retardants), Colorants (Titanium Dioxide, Iron Oxides, Organic Colorants and Other Colorants) and Performance Additives (Blowing/ Foaming Agents, Impact Modifiers, Organic Peroxides, Heat Stabilizers, Light Stabilizers, Antioxidants, Antistatic Agents, Preservatives & Biocides, Lubricating Agents and Miscellaneous) Markets for Years 2000, 2005 & 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) III-74
Table 114: Asia-Pacific Market for Plastic Additives - Recent Past, Current and Future Analysis by Product Segment - Fillers (Mineral Fillers and Other Fillers), Plasticizers (Phthalate Plasticizers and Other Plasticizers), Reinforcing Agents, Flame Retardants (Aluminum Oxide Hydrates, Antimony Oxide, Bromine-Based Compounds, Chlorine-Based Compounds, Phosphorus-Based Compounds and Other Flame Retardants), Colorants (Titanium Dioxide, Iron Oxides, Organic Colorants and Other Colorants) and Performance Additives (Blowing/ Foaming Agents, Impact Modifiers, Organic Peroxides, Heat Stabilizers, Light Stabilizers, Antioxidants, Antistatic Agents, Preservatives & Biocides, Lubricating Agents and Miscellaneous) Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) III-75
Table 115: Asia-Pacific 10-Year Perspective for Plastic Additives by Product Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for Fillers (Mineral Fillers and Other Fillers), Plasticizers (Phthalate Plasticizers and Other Plasticizers), Reinforcing Agents, Flame Retardants (Aluminum Oxide Hydrates, Antimony Oxide, Bromine-Based Compounds, Chlorine-Based Compounds, Phosphorus-Based Compounds and Other Flame Retardants), Colorants (Titanium Dioxide, Iron Oxides, Organic Colorants and Other Colorants) and Performance Additives (Blowing/ Foaming Agents, Impact Modifiers, Organic Peroxides, Heat Stabilizers, Light Stabilizers, Antioxidants, Antistatic Agents, Preservatives & Biocides, Lubricating Agents and Miscellaneous) Markets for Years 2000, 2005 & 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) III-76

7. Rest of World III-77

Market Analysis III-78
Table 116: Rest of World Market for Plastic Additives - Recent Past, Current and Future Analysis by Product Segment - Fillers (Mineral Fillers and Other Fillers), Plasticizers (Phthalate Plasticizers and Other Plasticizers), Reinforcing Agents, Flame Retardants (Aluminum Oxide Hydrates, Antimony Oxide, Bromine-Based Compounds, Chlorine-Based Compounds, Phosphorus-Based Compounds and Other Flame Retardants), Colorants (Titanium Dioxide, Iron Oxides, Organic Colorants and Other Colorants) and Performance Additives (Blowing/ Foaming Agents, Impact Modifiers, Organic Peroxides, Heat Stabilizers, Light Stabilizers, Antioxidants, Antistatic Agents, Preservatives & Biocides, Lubricating Agents and Miscellaneous) Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in Thousand Tons for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) III-78
Table 117: Rest of World 10-Year Perspective for Plastic Additives by Product Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Volume Sales for Fillers (Mineral Fillers and Other Fillers), Plasticizers (Phthalate Plasticizers and Other Plasticizers), Reinforcing Agents, Flame Retardants (Aluminum Oxide Hydrates, Antimony Oxide, Bromine-Based Compounds, Chlorine-Based Compounds, Phosphorus-Based Compounds and Other Flame Retardants), Colorants (Titanium Dioxide, Iron Oxides, Organic Colorants and Other Colorants) and Performance Additives (Blowing/ Foaming Agents, Impact Modifiers, Organic Peroxides, Heat Stabilizers, Light Stabilizers, Antioxidants, Antistatic Agents, Preservatives & Biocides, Lubricating Agents and Miscellaneous) Markets for Years 2000, 2005 & 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) III-79
Table 118: Rest of World market for Plastic Additives - Recent Past, Current and Future Analysis by Product Segment - Fillers (Mineral Fillers and Other Fillers), Plasticizers (Phthalate Plasticizers and Other Plasticizers), Reinforcing Agents, Flame Retardants (Aluminum Oxide Hydrates, Antimony Oxide, Bromine-Based Compounds, Chlorine-Based Compounds, Phosphorus-Based Compounds and Other Flame Retardants), Colorants (Titanium Dioxide, Iron Oxides, Organic Colorants and Other Colorants) and Performance Additives (Blowing/ Foaming Agents, Impact Modifiers, Organic Peroxides, Heat Stabilizers, Light Stabilizers, Antioxidants, Antistatic Agents, Preservatives & Biocides, Lubricating Agents and Miscellaneous) Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2000 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) III-80
Table 119: Rest of World 10-Year Perspective for Plastic Additives by Product Segment - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for Fillers (Mineral Fillers and Other Fillers), Plasticizers (Phthalate Plasticizers and Other Plasticizers), Reinforcing Agents, Flame Retardants (Aluminum Oxide Hydrates, Antimony Oxide, Bromine-Based Compounds, Chlorine-Based Compounds, Phosphorus-Based Compounds and Other Flame Retardants), Colorants (Titanium Dioxide, Iron Oxides, Organic Colorants and Other Colorants) and Performance Additives (Blowing/ Foaming Agents, Impact Modifiers, Organic Peroxides, Heat Stabilizers, Light Stabilizers, Antioxidants, Antistatic Agents, Preservatives & Biocides, Lubricating Agents and Miscellaneous) Markets for Years 2000, 2005 & 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) III-81

IV. COMPETITION

1. A. Schulman Inc. (USA) IV-1
Table 120: Nine Months Sales Analysis: 2005-2006(Nine Months Ended, May) (In US$ million) IV-2
Table 121: Nine Months Sales Analysis by Product:2005-2006 (Nine Months Ended, May)(In US$ million) IV-2
Table 122: Annual Sales Analysis: 2004-2005(In US$ million) IV-2
Table 123: Annual Sales Analysis by Product:2004-2005 (In US$ million) IV-3
Table 124: Annual Sales Analysis by Quarter:2004-2005 (In US$ million) IV-3
2. Adeka Corporation (Japan) IV-6
3. AECI Limited (South Africa) IV-9
Table 125: Annual Sales Analysis: 2004-2005(In R million) IV-10
Table 126: Annual Sales Analysis by Segment:2004-2005 (In R million) IV-10
Table 127: Annual Sales Analysis by GeographicRegion: 2004-2005 (In R million) IV-11
4. Afton Chemical Corporation (USA) IV-12
5. Air Products and Chemicals, Inc. (USA) IV-13
Table 128: Half Yearly Sales Analysis: 2005-2006 (H1)(In US$ million) IV-15
Table 129: Half Yearly Sales Analysis by Segment:2005-2006 (H1) (In US$ million) IV-15
Table 130: Half Yearly Sales Analysis by Geographic Region: 2005-2006 (H1) (In US$ million) IV-16
Table 131: Annual Sales Analysis: 2003-2005(In US$ million) IV-16
Table 132: Annual Sales Analysis by Quarter:2004-2005 (In US$ million) IV-16
Table 133: Annual Sales Analysis by Segment:2004-2005 (In US$ million) IV-16
Table 134: Annual Sales Analysis by GeographicRegion: 2004-2005 (In US$ million) IV-17
Air Products Japan, Inc. (Japan) IV-23
6. Akzo Nobel NV (The Netherlands) IV-24
Table 135: Annual Sales Analysis: 2004-2005(In € million) IV-28
Table 136: Annual Sales Analysis by Segment:2003-2004 (In € million) IV-28
Table 137: Annual Sales Analysis by GeographicRegion: 2003-2004 (In € million) IV-28
Akcros Chemicals (UK) IV-36
Akcros Chemicals (USA) IV-37
Akzo Nobel Polymer Chemicals Bv (The Netherlands) IV-38
Akzo Nobel Polymer Chemicals LLC (USA) IV-38
Akzo Nobel Chemicals (India) Ltd. (India) IV-40
Akzo Nobel Chemicals SA (Belgium) IV-41
Akzo Nobel Chemicals SpA (Italy) IV-41
7. Albemarle Corporation (USA) IV-42
Table 138: First Quarter Sales Analysis: 2005-2006(In US$ million) IV-43
Table 139: First Quarter Sales Analysis by Business Segment: 2005-2006 (In US$ million) IV-43
Table 140: Annual Sales Analysis: 2003-2005(In US$ million) IV-43
Table 141: Annual Sales Analysis by BusinessSegment: 2004-2005 (In US$ million) IV-43
8. Amfine Chemicals Corporation (USA) IV-49
9. Ampacet Corporation (USA) IV-52
Ampacet European SA (Luxembourg) IV-55
10. Arkema Group (France) IV-57
11. Ashland Specialty Chemical Company (USA) IV-66
12. Baerlocher GmbH (Germany) IV-70
Baerlocher USA LLC (USA) IV-70
13. BASF Aktiengesellschaft (AG) (Germany) IV-71
Table 142: First Quarter Sales Analysis: 2005-2006(In € billion) IV-78
Table 143: Annual Sales Analysis: 2003-2005(In € billion) IV-78
BASF Leuna GmbH (Germany) IV-96
BASF Corporation (USA) IV-97
Table 144: Annual Sales Analysis: 2003-2005(In US$ billion) (Germany)) IV-99
BASF Petronas Chemicals Sdn Bhd (Malaysia) IV-108
Engelhard Corporation (USA) IV-109
Table 145: First Quarter Sales Analysis: 2005-2006(In US$ million) IV-110
Table 146: First Quarter Sales Analysis by Segment:2005-2006 (In US$ million) IV-110
Table 147: Annual Sales Analysis: 2003-2005(In US$ million) IV-110
Table 148: Annual Sales Analysis by Segment:2004-2005 (In US$ million) IV-111
Table 149: Annual Sales Analysis by GeographicRegion: 2004-2005 (In US$ million) (Germany)) IV-111
14. Boron Japan (Japan) IV-113
15. Cabot Corporation (USA) IV-114
Table 150: First Quarter Sales Analysis: 2005-2006(In US$ million) IV-118
Table 151: First Quarter Sales Analysis by Business Segment: 2005-2006 (In US$ million) IV-118
Table 152: Annual Sales Analysis: 2003-2005(In US$ million) IV-118
Table 153: Annual Sales Analysis by BusinessSegment: 2004-2005 (In US$ million) IV-118
Table 154: Annual Sales Analysis by GeographicRegion: 2004-2005 (In US$ million) IV-119
Table 155: Quarterly Sales Analysis: 2004-2005(In US$ million) IV-119
16. Chemtura Corporation (USA) IV-122
Table 156: Half Yearly Sales Analysis: 2005-2006 (H1)(In US$ billion) IV-123
Table 157: Half Yearly Sales Analysis by Quarter:2005-2006 (H1) (In US$ billion) IV-123
Table 158: Half Yearly Sales Analysis by BusinessSegment: 2005-2006 (H1) (In US$ billion) IV-123
Table 159: Annual Sales Analysis: 2003-2005(In US$ billion) IV-124
Table 160: Quarterly Annual Sales Analysis:2004-2005 (In US$ billion) IV-124
Table 161: Annual Sales Analysis by BusinessSegment: 2004-2005 (In US$ billion) IV-124
Table 162: Annual Sales Analysis by GeographicRegion: 2004-2005 (In US$ billion) IV-124
17. Chevron Phillips Chemical Company LLC (USA) IV-128
Table 163: First Quarter Sales Analysis: 2005-2006(In US$ million) IV-129
Table 164: Annual Sales Analysis: 2004-2005(In US$ million) IV-129
Table 165: Annual Sales Analysis by Business Segment: 2004-2005 (In US$ million) IV-129
18. Ciba Specialty Chemicals Holding, Inc. (Switzerland) IV-132
Table 166: Half Yearly Sales Analysis: 2005-2006 (H1)(In SwF million) IV-134
Table 167: Half Yearly Sales Analysis by Segment:2005-2006 (H1) (In SwF million) IV-134
Table 168: Annual Sales Analysis: 2003-2005(In SwF million) IV-134
Table 169: Annual Sales Analysis by Segment:2004-2005 (In SwF million) IV-134
Table 170: Annual Sales Analysis by GeographicRegion: 2004-2005 (In SwF million) IV-135
Table 171: Annual Sales Analysis by Segment:2003-2004 (In SwF million) IV-135
Table 172: Annual Sales Analysis by GeographicRegion: 2003-2004 (In SwF million) IV-135
Ciba Specialty Chemicals North America (USA) IV-142
Ciba Specialty Chemicals India Ltd. (India) IV-143
19. Clariant International Ltd. (Switzerland) IV-144
Table 173: Half Yearly Sales Analysis: 2005-2006 (H1)(In CHF million) IV-146
Table 174: Half Yearly Sales Analysis by Segment:2005-2006 (H1) (In CHF million) IV-146
Table 175: Half Yearly Sales Analysis by Geographic Region: 2005-2006 (H1) (In CHF million) IV-146
Table 176: Annual Sales Analysis: 2004-2005(In CHF million) IV-146
Table 177: Annual Sales Analysis by Segment:2004-2005 (In CHF million) IV-147
Table 178: Annual Sales Analysis by GeographicRegion: 2004-2005 (In CHF million) IV-147
Clariant Masterbatches Division (USA) IV-151
20. Colorco, Inc. (USA) IV-152
21. Columbian Chemical Company (USA) IV-153
22. Conocophillips, Inc. (USA) IV-154
Table 179: Half Yearly Sales Analysis: 2005-2006 (H1)(In US$ million) IV-155
Table 180: Annual Sales Analysis: 2004-2005(In US$ million) IV-155
Table 181: Quarterly Sales Analysis: 2004-2005(In US$ million) IV-156
23. Croda International PLC (UK) IV-159
Table 182: Annual Sales Analysis: 2004-2005(In £ million) IV-162
Table 183: Annual Sales Analysis by Segment:2004-2005 (In £ million) IV-162
Table 184: Annual Sales Analysis by GeographicRegion (Origin): 2004-2005 (In £ million) IV-162
Table 185: Annual Sales Analysis by GeographicRegion (Destination): 2004-2005 (In £ million) IV-162
24. Cytec Industries, Inc. (USA) IV-164
Table 186: Half Yearly Sales Analysis by Quarter:2005-2006 (H1) (In US$ million) IV-165
Table 187: Annual Sales Analysis: 2003-2005(In US$ million) IV-165
Table 188: Annual Sales Analysis by Quarter:2004-2005 (In US$ million) IV-165
Table 189: Annual Sales Analysis by Segment:2004-2005 (In US$ million) IV-166
Table 190: Annual Sales Analysis by GeographicRegion: 2004-2005 (In US$ million) IV-166
25. Dainichiseika Color & Chemicals Mfg. Co., Ltd. (Japan) IV-170
Table 191: Annual Sales Analysis: 2004-2005(In ¥ million) IV-170
Table 192: Annual Sales Analysis by GeographicRegion: 2004-2005 (In ¥ million) IV-171
26. Dainippon Ink And Chemicals (Japan) IV-173
Table 193: Annual Sales Analysis: 2004-2006(In ¥ million) IV-174
Sun Chemical Corporation (USA) IV-175
27. Degussa AG (Germany) IV-178
Table 194: Annual Sales Analysis: 2003-2005(In € million) IV-182
Table 195: Annual Sales Analysis by Segment:2004-2005 (In € million) IV-182
28. Dover Chemical Corporation (USA) IV-187
29. Dow Chemical Company, The (USA) IV-190
Table 196: First Quarter Sales Analysis: 2005-2006(In US$ million) IV-193
Table 197: Annual Sales Analysis: 2003-2005(In US$ million) IV-193
Table 198: Annual Sales Analysis by Quarter:2004-2005 (IN US$ million) IV-193
Table 199: Annual Sales Analysis by Segment:2004-2005 (In US$ million) IV-194
Table 200: Annual Sales Analysis by GeographicRegion: 2004-2005 (In US$ million) IV-194
Dow Benelux NV (The Netherlands) IV-199
30. Dow Corning Corporation (USA) IV-200
Table 201: Annual Sales Analysis: 2003-2005(In US$ million) IV-201
31. DSM NV (The Netherlands) IV-203
DSM Engineering Plastics (USA) IV-210
32. Dystar Textilfarben GmbH (Germany) IV-211
33. E. I. Du Pont De Nemours And Company (USA) IV-213
Table 202: First Quarter Sales Analysis: 2005-2006(In US$ billion) IV-215
Table 203: Annual Sales Analysis: 2003-2005(In US$ billion) IV-215
Table 204: Annual Sales Analysis by Quarter:2004-2005 (In US$ billion) IV-215
Table 205: Annual Sales Analysis by Segment:2004-2005 (In US$ billion) IV-216
Table 206: Annual Sales Analysis by GeographicRegion: 2004-2005 (In US$ billion) IV-216
Dupont Canada, Inc. (Canada) IV-224
Dupont SA de CV (Mexico) IV-227
34. Eastman Chemical Co. (USA) IV-228
Table 207: First Quarter Sales Analysis: 2005-2006(In US$ billion) IV-230
Table 208: First Quarter Sales Analysis by Segment:2005-2006 (In US$ billion) IV-231
Table 209: First Quarter Sales Analysis by Geographic Region: 2005-2006 (In US$ billion) IV-231
Table 210: Annual Sales Analysis: 2003-2005(In US$ billion) IV-231
Table 211: Annual Sales Analysis by Quarter:2004-2005 (In US$ billion) IV-231
Table 212: Annual Sales Analysis by Segment:2004-2005 (In US$ billion) IV-232
Table 213: Annual Sales Analysis by GeographicRegion: 2004-2005 (In US$ billion) IV-232
35. Elementis PLC (UK) IV-238
Table 214: Annual Sales Analysis: 2004-2005(In £ million) IV-239
Table 215: Annual Sales Analysis by Division:2004-2005 (In £ million) IV-239
Table 216: Annual Sales Analysis by GeographicRegion: 2004-2005 (In US$ million) IV-239
Elementis Pigments (UK) IV-241
36. Ferro Corporation (USA) IV-242
Table 217: Nine Months Sales Analysis: 2004-2005(Nine Months Ended, September) (In US$ million) IV-245
Table 218: Nine Months Sales Analysis by Quarter:2004-2005 (Nine Months Ended, September)(In US$ million) IV-245
Table 219: Annual Sales Analysis: 2003-2004(In US$ million) IV-245
37. Formosa Plastics Corporation (Taiwan) IV-248
38. GE Plastics (USA) IV-253
39. General Color & Chemical Company, Inc. (USA) IV-259
40. Honeywell International, Inc. (USA) IV-260
Table 220: Half Yearly Sales Analysis: 2005-2006 (H1)(In US$ million) IV-262
Table 221: Half Yearly Sales Analysis by Segment:2005-2006 (H1) (In US$ million) IV-262
Table 222: Annual Sales Analysis: 2003-2005(In US$ million) IV-262
Table 223: Annual Sales Analysis by Quarter:2004-2005 (In US$ million) IV-263
Table 224: Annual Sales Analysis by Segment:2004-2005 (In US$ million) IV-263
Table 225: Annual Sales Analysis by GeographicRegion: 2004-2005 (In US$ million) IV-263
Honeywell Performance Polymers And Chemicals (USA) IV-274
41. Huntsman Corporation (USA) IV-275
Table 226: First Quarter Sales Analysis: 2005-2006(In US$ million) IV-277
Table 227: First Quarter Sales Analysis by Segment:2005-2006 (In US$ million) IV-277
Table 228: Annual Sales Analysis: 2004-2005(In US$ million) IV-277
Table 229: Annual Sales Analysis by Quarter:2004-2005 (In US$ million) IV-278
Table 230: Annual Sales Analysis by Segment:2004-2005 (In US$ million) IV-278
Table 231: Annual Sales Analysis by GeographicRegion: 2004-2005 (In US$ million) IV-278
Huntsman Tioxide Southern Africa (Pty)., Ltd.(South Africa) IV-285
42. ICL Industrial Products (Israel) IV-286
43. Ishihara Sangyo Kaisha Ltd. (Japan) IV-287
Ishihara Corporation (USA) IV-288
44. KAO Corporation (Japan) IV-289
Table 232: Annual Sales Analysis: 2003-2005(In ¥ billion) IV-290
Table 233: Annual Sales Analysis by Segment:2004-2005 (In ¥ billion) IV-290
Table 234: Annual Sales Analysis by GeographicRegion: 2004-2005 (In ¥ billion) IV-291
45. Kemira OYJ (Finland) IV-296
Table 235: Half Yearly Sales Analysis:2005-2006 (H1) (In € million) IV-297
Table 236: Annual Sales Analysis: 2004-2005(In € million) IV-297
Kemira Chemicals, Inc. (USA) IV-302
46. Kenrich Petrochemicals, Inc. (USA) IV-303
47. Lonza Group Ltd. (Switzerland) IV-304
Table 237: Annual Sales Analysis: 2003-2005(In CHF million) IV-306
Table 238: Annual Sales Analysis by Division:2004-2005 (In CHF million) IV-306
48. Lyondell Chemical Company (USA) IV-313
Table 239: Half Yearly Sales Analysis: 2005-2006(In US$ million) IV-315
Table 240: Half Yearly Sales Analysis by Segment:2005-2006 (In US$ million) IV-315
Table 241: Annual Sales Analysis: 2003-2005(In US$ million) IV-315
Table 242: Annual Sales Analysis by Quarter:2004-2005 (In US$ million) IV-316
Table 243: Annual Sales Analysis by Segment:2004-2005 (In US$ million) IV-316
Table 244: Annual Sales Analysis by GeographicRegion: 2004-2005 (In US$ million) IV-316
Equistar Chemicals LP (USA) IV-322
Table 245: Half Yearly Sales Analysis: 2005-2006 (H1)(In US$ million) IV-322
Table 246: Half Yearly Sales Analysis by Segment: 2005-2006 (H1) (In US$ million) IV-323
Millennium Chemicals, Inc. (USA) IV-325
Table 247: First Quarter Sales Analysis: 2005-2006(In US$ million) IV-325
Table 248: First Quarter Sales Analysis by Segment:2005-2006 (In US$ million) IV-326
Table 249: Annual Sales Analysis: 2003-2005(In US$ million) IV-326
Table 250: Annual Sales Analysis by Segment:2004-2005 (In US$ million) IV-326
Table 251: Annual Sales Analysis by GeographicRegion: 2004-2005 (In US$ million) (USA)) IV-326
49. Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation (Japan) IV-328
Table 252: First Quarter Sales Analysis: 2005-2006(In ¥ million) IV-331
Table 253: First Quarter Sales Analysis by Segment:2005-2006 (In ¥ million) IV-331
Table 254: Annual Sales Analysis: 2003-2005(In ¥ million): IV-331
Table 255: Annual Sales Analysis by Segment:2004-2005 (In ¥ million) IV-331
Table 256: Annual Sales Analysis by GeographicRegion: 2004-2005 (In ¥ million) IV-332
50. National Titanium Dioxide Company Ltd. (Crystal)(Saudi Arabia) IV-337
51. New Japan Chemical Co., Ltd. (Japan) IV-337
52. Novartis AG (Switzerland) IV-338
Table 257: First Quarter Sales Analysis: 2005-2006(In US$ million) IV-341
Table 258: First Quarter Sales Analysis by Segment:2005-2006 (In US$ million) IV-342
Table 259: Annual Sales Analysis: 2004-2005(In US$ million) IV-342
Table 260: Annual Sales Analysis by Segment:2004-2005 (In US$ million) IV-342
Table 261: Annual Sales Analysis by GeographicRegion: 2004-2005 (In US$ million) IV-342
53. Occidental Petroleum Corporation (USA) IV-352
Table 262: First Quarter Sales Analysis: 2005-2006(In US$ million) IV-355
Table 263: First Quarter Sales Analysis by Segment:2005-2006 (In US$ million) IV-355
Table 264: Annual Sales Analysis: 2003-2005(In US$ million) IV-355
Table 265: Annual Sales Analysis by Segment:2004-2005 (In US$ million) IV-355
Table 266: Annual Sales Analysis by GeographicRegion: 2004-2005 (In US$ million) IV-355
Occidental Chemical Corporation (USA) IV-358
54. PMC Specialties Group, Inc. (USA) IV-360
55. PolyOne Corporation (USA) IV-361
Table 267: First Quarter Sales Analysis: 2005-2006(In US$ million) IV-363
Table 268: First Quarter Sales Analysis by Segment:2005-2006 (In US$ million) IV-363
Table 269: Annual Sales Analysis: 2003-2005(In US$ million) IV-363
Table 270: Annual Sales Analysis by Segment:2004-2005 (In US$ million) IV-363
Table 271: Annual Sales Analysis by GeographicRegion: 2004-2005 (In US$ million) IV-364
56. Reagens SpA (Italy) IV-369
57. Reedy International Corporation (USA) IV-370
58. Rohm And Haas Company (USA) IV-371
Table 272: First Quarter Sales Analysis: 2005-2006(In US$ million) IV-374
Table 273: First Quarter Sales Analysis: 2005-2006(In US$ million) IV-374
Table 274: First Quarter Sales Analysis by Geographic Region: 2005-2006 (In US$ million) IV-374
Table 275: Annual Sales Analysis: 2003-2005(In US$ million) IV-374
Table 276: Annual Sales Analysis by Quarter:2004-2005 (In US$ million) IV-375
Table 277: Annual Sales Analysis by Segment:2004-2005 (In US$ million) IV-375
Table 278: Annual Sales Analysis by GeographicRegion: 2004-2005 (In US$ million) IV-375
59. Sachtleben Chemie GmbH (Germany) IV-383
60. Sakai Chemical Industry Company Limited (Japan) IV-385
61. Shinagawa Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. (Japan) IV-386
62. Solutia, Inc. (USA) IV-387
Table 279: Annual Sales Analysis: 2003-2005(In US$ million) IV-388
Table 280: Annual Sales Analysis by Quarter:2004-2005 (In US$ million) IV-388
63. Spartech Corporation (USA) IV-390
Table 281: First Quarter Sales Analysis: 2005-2006(In US$ million) IV-392
Table 282: First Quarter Sales Analysis by Segment:2005-2006 (In US$ million) IV-392
Table 283: Annual Sales Analysis: 2003-2005(In US$ million) IV-393
Table 284: Annual Sales Analysis by Segment:2004-2005 (In US$ million) IV-393
Spartech Polycom (USA) IV-394
64. Sumitomo Bakelite Company (Japan) IV-395
65. Sumitomo Metal Mining Co., Ltd. (Japan) IV-401
Table 285: First Quarter Sales Analysis: 2006-2007(In ¥ million) IV-402
Table 286: Annual Sales Analysis: 2004-2006(In ¥ million) IV-402
Table 287: Annual Sales Analysis by Segment:2004-2005 (In ¥ million) IV-403
66. Sunoco, Inc. (USA) IV-404
Table 288: Half Yearly Sales Analysis: 2005-2006 (H1)(In US$ million) IV-405
Table 289: Half Yearly Sales Analysis by Quarter:2005-2006 (H1) (In US$ million) IV-406
Table 290: Half Yearly Sales Analysis by Segment:2005-2006 (H1) (In US$ million) IV-406
Table 291: Annual Sales Analysis: 2004-2005(In US$ million) IV-406
Table 292: Annual Sales Analysis by Quarter:2004-2005 (In US$ million) IV-406
Table 293: Annual Sales Analysis by Segment:2004-2005 (In US$ million) IV-406
Table 294: Annual Sales Analysis by Product:2004-2005 (In US$ million) IV-407
67. Teijin Chemicals Ltd. (Japan) IV-408
68. The American Ingredients Company (USA) IV-410
69. The CP Hall Company (USA) IV-411
70. Tiwest Joint Venture (Australia) IV-412
71. Tronox, Inc. (USA) IV-413
Table 295: First Quarter Sales Analysis: 2005-2006(In US$ million) IV-414
Table 296: First Quarter Sales Analysis by Segment:2005-2006 (In US$ million) IV-414
Table 297: Annual Sales Analysis: 2003-2005(In US$ million) IV-414
72. Velsicol Chemical Corporation (USA) IV-415
73. W. R. Grace & Co. (USA) IV-417
Table 298: Half Yearly Sales Analysis: 2005-2006 (H1)(In US$ million) IV-418
Table 299: Annual Sales Analysis: 2004-2005(In US$ million) IV-418
74. Yule Catto & Co. PLC (UK) IV-420
Holliday Pigments Ltd. (UK) IV-421

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SUMMARY

TABLE OF CONTENTS

I-A. INTRODUCTION, METHODOLOGY & PRODUCT DEFINITIONS

I-B. GENERAL OVERVIEW OF PLASTICS INDUSTRY

II. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

1. Market Overview & Outlook II-1

2. Trends & Issues II-2

3. Specialty Chemicals Market - An Overview II-8

4. Issues Confronting the Market II-10

5. Plastic Additives - Product Profile II-17

6. End-Use Sector Profile - Plastics II-68

7. Raw Materials for Plastic Additives II-76

8. Technological Developments II-85

9. Product Innovation/Launches II-88

10. Recent Industry Activity II-89

11. Focus on Select Players II-99

12. Global Market Perspective II-105

III. MARKET

1. North America III-1

2. The United States III-4

3. Canada III-21

4. Japan III-24

5. Europe III-31

5a. France III-47

5b. Germany III-50

5c. Italy III-53

5d. The United Kingdom III-56

5e. Spain III-59

5f. Russia III-62

5g. Rest of Europe III-65

6. Asia Pacific III-68

7. Rest of World III-77

IV. COMPETITION