United States Polyurethane Elastomers Market Size, Share, and COVID-19 Impact Analysis, By Type (Thermoset PU Elastomers and Thermoplastic PU Elastomers), By End User (Footwear, Automotive, Machinery, Building & Construction, and Medical), and United States Polyurethane Elastomers Market Insights, Industry Trend, Forecasts to 2035

United States Polyurethane Elastomers Market Insights Forecasts to 2035

• The Market Size is Expected to Grow at a CAGR of around 5.8% from 2025 to 2035
• The US Polyurethane Elastomers Market Size is Expected to Hold a Significant Share by 2035

According to a Research Report Published by Spherical Insights & Consulting, the United States Polyurethane Elastomers Market Size is Anticipated to Hold a Significant Share by 2035, Growing at a CAGR of 5.8% from 2025 to 2035. The U.S. polyurethane elastomers market is driven by the automotive sector is increasingly adopting polyurethane elastomers due to their superior elasticity and durability.

Market Overview

The United States polyurethane elastomers market involves the production, distribution, and application of polyurethane-based elastomeric polymers, known for their resilience, flexibility, and wear resistance across industries such as automotive, construction, footwear, industrial equipment, and medical devices. Recent developments highlight increasing demand in the U.S. automotive sector, where lightweight components and battery enclosures enhance fuel efficiency and support the rapid adoption of electric vehicles (EVs). Furthermore, sustainability trends and environmental regulations are driving innovations in bio-based and recyclable polyurethane elastomer formulations. North American manufacturers are also responding to the 2025 import tariffs by increasing domestic production to secure raw material supplies and strengthen supply chain resilience.

Report Coverage

This research report categorizes the market for the United States polyurethane elastomers market based on various segments and regions and forecasts revenue growth and analyzes trends in each submarket. The report analyses the key growth drivers, opportunities, and challenges influencing the United States polyurethane elastomers market. Recent market developments and competitive strategies such as expansion, product launch, and development, partnership, merger, and acquisition have been included to draw the competitive landscape in the market. The report strategically identifies and profiles the key market players and analyses their core competencies in each sub-segment of the United States polyurethane elastomers market.

Driving Factors

The United States polyurethane elastomers market is driven by growing demand across key industries such as automotive, construction, footwear, and industrial machinery. These elastomers offer excellent abrasion resistance, flexibility, and durability, making them ideal for high-performance applications. The rise of electric vehicles has further accelerated demand for lightweight and vibration-resistant materials like polyurethane elastomers. Additionally, growth in construction and infrastructure projects boosts the need for durable sealing and insulation materials. Advances in bio-based polyurethane and increasing environmental regulations are encouraging manufacturers to develop more sustainable formulations. Customization options and improved material properties also drive adoption across a broad range of end uses.

Restraining Factors

The United States polyurethane elastomers market faces restraints such as volatility in raw material prices, particularly isocyanates and polyols derived from petrochemicals. Environmental concerns and regulatory restrictions on hazardous chemical use also pose challenges. Additionally, competition from alternative elastomers like silicone and thermoplastic elastomers can limit market penetration and growth.

Market Segmentation

The United States polyurethane elastomers market share is classified into type and end user.

• The thermoplastic PU elastomers segment held a significant share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period.

The United States polyurethane elastomers market is segmented by type into thermoset PU elastomers and thermoplastic PU elastomers. Among these, the thermoplastic PU elastomers segment held a significant share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. This is attributed to, the TPU elastomers offer excellent flexibility, abrasion resistance, and are easily processed using injection molding and extrusion, making them ideal for various applications.

• The automotive segment held a significant share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period.

The United States polyurethane elastomers market is segmented by end user into footwear, automotive, machinery, building & construction, and medical. Among these, the automotive segment held a significant share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. This is attributed to, the polyurethane elastomers are widely used in automotive components such as bushings, seals, gaskets, and interior parts due to their excellent durability, abrasion resistance, and vibration dampening properties.

Competitive Analysis:

The report offers the appropriate analysis of the key organizations/companies involved within the United States polyurethane elastomers market along with a comparative evaluation primarily based on their product offering, business overviews, geographic presence, enterprise strategies, segment market share, and SWOT analysis. The report also provides an elaborative analysis focusing on the current news and developments of the companies, which includes product development, innovations, joint ventures, partnerships, mergers & acquisitions, strategic alliances, and others. This allows for the evaluation of the overall competition within the market.

List of Key Companies

• Innospec
• Mitsui Chemicals
• BASF
• Wanhua Chemical
• Kraton Corporation
• Kuwait Petroleum Corporation
• SABIC
• Evonik Industries
• Covestro
• Huntsman
• Flexan
• 3M
• Dow
• Bayer
• Rogers Corporation
• Others

Key Target Audience

• Market Players
• Investors
• End-users
• Government Authorities 
• Consulting and Research Firm
• Venture capitalists
• Value-Added Resellers (VARs)

Market Segment

This study forecasts revenue at the U.S., regional, and country levels from 2020 to 2035. Spherical Insights has segmented the United States polyurethane elastomers market based on the following segments:

United States Polyurethane Elastomers Market, By Type

• Thermoset PU Elastomers
• Thermoplastic PU Elastomers

United States Polyurethane Elastomers Market, By End User

• Footwear
• Automotive
• Machinery
• Building & Construction
• Medical