Market Intelligence

The Automotive Refinish coatings market focuses on the repair of vehicle bodywork damage resulting from collisions. These coatings are applicable to a wide range of vehicles, including passenger cars and large commercial vehicles. They are often covered by refinish warranties and must be applied by approved bodyshops or dealers to ensure high standards and quality. In addition to accident repair, refinish coatings are used for custom finishing and applying company liveries on trucks, buses, and other commercial vehicles. The typical refinish system involves applying one or more layers, such as primer, primer/surfacer, basecoat or monocoat, and clearcoat. Private vehicles typically use a basecoat/clearcoat system, while commercial vehicles may have a solid topcoat.