Chan Ye Xin Xi Wang·2025-05-26 01:24Industry Overview - Polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS) is a polymer with a main chain of repeating Si-O bonds, widely used in various fields such as cosmetics, medical devices, industrial lubricants, food processing, and electronic devices [1][2][5] - The production capacity of PDMS in China has increased from 141.5 thousand tons in 2018 to 282.2 thousand tons in 2024, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 12.23% [7][9] - The domestic PDMS production reached 229.5 thousand tons in 2024, representing a year-on-year growth of 10.02% [7][9] Supply Side - The supply chain for PDMS includes upstream raw material suppliers (silicon powder, chloromethane), midstream PDMS producers (e.g., Xingfa Group, Dongyue Silicon Materials, Hoshine Silicon Industry), and downstream application sectors [5][7] - China has transitioned from being a net importer to a net exporter of PDMS since 2015, although high-end products still rely on imports [9] Consumption Side - PDMS is primarily consumed in the production of silicone rubber, accounting for 70% of total consumption [11][13] - Key application sectors for PDMS include electronics (21.3%), power/new energy (19.1%), construction (14.1%), and textiles (8.9%), with a trend of increasing consumption in electronics and new energy sectors [11][13] Market Dynamics - The market is characterized by high concentration, with the top six companies (CR6) accounting for over 75% of the market share [15] - Hoshine Silicon Industry is the leading company in the PDMS sector, with a production capacity of 62.1 thousand tons and a production volume of 51.1 thousand tons in 2024 [15][17] - Dongyue Silicon Materials follows closely, with a capacity of 28.2 thousand tons and a production volume of 24.9 thousand tons [15][19] Development Trends 1. The industry is expected to continue expanding capacity, with a need to achieve a dynamic balance between supply and demand [21] 2. Diversification of downstream applications and consumption upgrades will drive industry growth, particularly in high-performance silicone products [22] 3. Technological innovation and green development will lead the industry's transformation, focusing on high-end product development and environmentally friendly production methods [23]