MARKET INSIGHTS
The Global Laminated Glass Interlayer Market was valued at USD 3.2 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 6.1 billion by 2032, growing at a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 7.3% during the forecast period (2024–2032). Japan’s market is expected to expand at 4.1% CAGR, driven by advanced automotive applications and earthquake-resistant building solutions.
Laminated glass interlayers – polymer sheets that bond glass layers – are revolutionizing safety standards across industries. Key materials PVB (polyvinyl butyral), EVA (ethylene-vinyl acetate), and high-performance SGP (sentry glass plus) each offer specialized benefits from UV protection to structural integrity.
This analysis profiles the Top 10 Companies driving innovation in laminated glass interlayers globally and in Japan, showcasing how material science advancements are creating safer, smarter glass applications.
🔟 1. Eastman Chemical Company
Headquarters: Kingsport, Tennessee, USA
Key Offering: Saflex PVB interlayers
Eastman leads the global PVB interlayer market with its Saflex product range, holding 18% market share. The company supplies automotive OEMs and architectural projects worldwide, with interlayer solutions that reduce noise transmission by up to 35dB.
Innovation Highlights:
- Developing acoustic PVB for electric vehicle quiet cabins
- Solar control interlayers reducing building energy consumption
- 25% post-industrial recycled content in premium PVB films
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9️⃣ 2. Kuraray Co., Ltd.
Headquarters: Tokyo, Japan
Key Offering: SentryGlas ionoplast interlayers
Kuraray dominates Japan’s structural glass market with its SentryGlas SGP that offers 5x the rigidity of standard PVB. The company supplies 60% of Japan’s earthquake-resistant architectural glass requirements.
Innovation Highlights:
- Structural glass solutions for skyscrapers and bridges
- Tropical-grade UV stability formulations
- Automotive HUD-compatible interlayer technology
8️⃣ 3. Sekisui Chemical Co., Ltd.
Headquarters: Osaka, Japan
Key Offering: S-LEC PVB interlayers
Sekisui controls 35% of Japan’s automotive interlayer market supplying all major domestic automakers. Its 2023 acquisition expanded architectural glass capabilities in Europe and North America.
Innovation Highlights:
- World’s first self-healing PVB for minor damage repair
- Anti-fog formulations for vehicle camera systems
- Low-carbon PVB manufacturing process
7️⃣ 4. DuPont de Nemours, Inc.
Headquarters: Wilmington, Delaware, USA
Key Offering: Butacite PVB, PVF films
DuPont delivers aerospace-grade interlayer solutions meeting FAA and military specifications, with growing applications in photovoltaic module encapsulation.
Innovation Highlights:
- Ballistic-resistant interlayer systems
- 99% light transmission optical-grade PVB
- Mass transit flame-retardant formulations
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6️⃣ 5. Mitsui Chemicals, Inc.
Headquarters: Tokyo, Japan
Key Offering: TAFURO PVB interlayers
Mitsui expanded Southeast Asia presence through its $150 million Singapore plant, specializing in humidity-resistant formulations for tropical climates.
Innovation Highlights:
- Moisture-resistant PVB preventing delamination
- Integrated photovoltaic cell interlayers
- 30% faster lamination bonding technology
5️⃣ 6. Everlam NV
Headquarters: Hoogstraten, Belgium
Key Offering: EVASAFE EVA interlayers
Everlam leads in EVA-based solutions for photovoltaics and decorative glass, with processes requiring lower temperatures than traditional PVB.
Innovation Highlights:
- High-clarity EVA for building-integrated PV
- Fade-resistant colored interlayers
- Easier recycling chemistries
4️⃣ 7. ChangChun Group
Headquarters: Taipei, Taiwan
Key Offering: PVB, EVA, SGP interlayers
ChangChun emerged as China’s premium interlayer exporter, with 300% PVB capacity growth since 2020 supplying Japanese automotive tier-1s.
Innovation Highlights:
- JIS-certified automotive PVB
- Cost-effective hybrid SGP solutions
- RFID-embedded interlayer tracking
3️⃣ 8. Hangzhou First Applied Material
Headquarters: Hangzhou, China
Key Offering: Photovoltaic EVA encapsulants
This specialist supplies 45% of Japan’s solar module manufacturers with anti-PID EVA preventing power degradation.
Innovation Highlights:
- UV-resistant EVA ensuring 30-year warranties
- Dual-glass module encapsulation systems
- High-throughput curing formulations
2️⃣ 9. Bridgestone Corporation
Headquarters: Tokyo, Japan
Key Offering: Specialty EVA interlayers
Bridgestone applies rubber polymer expertise to EVA solutions for bullet train windows and seismic-resistant building facades.
Innovation Highlights:
- Vibration-dampening interlayer systems
- Temperature-responsive smart glass films
- Closed-loop EVA recycling initiatives
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1️⃣ 10. STR Holdings, Inc.
Headquarters: Enfield, Connecticut, USA
Key Offering: Specialty EVA encapsulants
STR transitioned from solar to automotive interlayers, with materials specified for EV panoramic roofs and smart glass applications.
Innovation Highlights:
- High-adhesion EVA for complex glass curves
- UV-curable interlayer systems
- Sensor-embedding compatible films
🌐 Future Outlook: Intelligent Glass Revolution
The laminated glass interlayer sector is evolving beyond passive safety to enable smart, sustainable infrastructure. Key trends include:
📈 Market Transformations:
- Integration with electrochromic/PDLC smart glass technologies
- EV-focused lightweighting solutions
- Circular economy initiatives boosting recycled content
- Urban noise reduction through advanced acoustics
- Multi-functional interlayers combining safety and solar control
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These industry leaders aren’t just making interlayers – they’re enabling the next generation of intelligent, sustainable glass applications worldwide.
