Report Highlights
The global market for nanocellulose totaled $77.8 million in 2014 and is projected to approach $277.7 million by 2019, registering a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 29.0% through 2019.
Report Includes
- An overview of the global markets for the processing and applications of cellulose nanoparticles.
- Analyses of market trends, with data from 2013 and 2014, and projections of CAGRs through 2019.
- Detailed information on the four main types of cellulose particles: bleached pulps, microcrystalline cellulose, microfibrillated cellulose and nanofibrillated cellulose
- A breakdown of the cellulose nanoparticle market into the regions of North America, Europe, and Asia.
- Further breakdowns of the market by applications (biomedical, coatings and films, filtration membranes, flexible devices), by production processes, and by industry (healthcare, electronics, packaging and others).
- Comprehensive information regarding key market players and key market drivers, as well as the industry organization on a global scale.
Report Scope
The global market of NC will grow to $277.7 million by 2019 at a 29.0% compound annual growth rate. This report provides a detailed segmentation by region, type of nanocellulose (nanocrystal, nanofibril and bacterial), applications and processing techniques. Profiles of key market companies are also included.
In-depth competitive market analysis is discussed, with examples of how new products will enter the market. The report also includes descriptions of current and future technologies for the nanocellulose market.
Analyst Credentials
Alessandro Varotto has a PhD in Chemistry with a specialty in Nanotechnology and Materials Science. Dr. Varotto has worked as a research scientist in both academic and industry environments. He is the author of about 20 peer-reviewed research articles, patents, a book and dozens of technical papers in materials science and chemistry.
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