The global landscape of scientific publications in polymers and plastics is dominated by China, holding a substantial 37.03% share in 2023. Significant contributors include India (8.96%), the United States (6.38%), and South Korea (4.2%). Among top growth performers from 2022 to 2023 are Saudi Arabia (49.62%), Indonesia (33.14%), and Vietnam (28.8%), indicating rising prominence. Meanwhile, traditional leaders like the U.S. and Japan saw declines.
Moving forward, expect increased contributions from rapidly advancing countries. The surge in research activities from burgeoning economies could shift the dynamics, potentially altering the traditional hierarchy in scientific outputs in polymers and plastics.
Top countries in Total Number of Scientific Publications in Polymers and Plastics Share by Country (Units (Publications))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 China | 37.03 | 2023 | +4.21% | +5.61% | View data |
| 2 | 2 India | 8.96 | 2023 | +21.43% | +11.11% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United States | 6.38 | 2023 | -2.25% | -1.93% | View data |
| 4 | 4 South Korea | 4.2 | 2023 | +6.49% | +5.72% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Germany | 3.74 | 2023 | +2.98% | +2.03% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Japan | 3.29 | 2023 | -1.51% | -2.26% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Russia | 2.99 | 2023 | +0.63% | +0.79% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Saudi Arabia | 2.87 | 2023 | +30.02% | +49.62% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Spain | 2.62 | 2023 | +11.22% | +14.16% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Brazil | 2.47 | 2023 | +9.05% | +10.28% | View data |
