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EU - Polystyrene, In Primary Forms - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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May 13, 2022

EU Polystyrene Imports Skyrocket to $4.8B

IndexBox has just published a new report: 'EU - Polystyrene, In Primary Forms - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights'. Here is a summary of the report's key findings.

The revenue of the polystyrene market in the European Union totaled approx. $4.9B in 2021. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs and intermediaries' margins, which will be included in the final consumer price).

In 2021, consumption of polystyrene in primary forms was estimated at approx. 2.8M tons. Italy, Poland and France remain the largest polystyrene consuming country in the European Union, comprising more than 51% of total volume. 

EU Polystyrene Production 

In 2021, the amount of polystyrene produced in the European Union was estimated at 2.4M tons. The countries with the highest volumes of polystyrene production in 2021 were France, Italy and Belgium, with a combined 50% share of total production. These countries were followed by the Netherlands, Germany, Poland and Spain, which together accounted for a further 31%. 

EU Polystyrene Exports 

Polystyrene exports surged to 2.4M tons in 2021, increasing by 22% against the year before. In general, exports, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at 2.6M tons in 2010; however, from 2011 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, polystyrene exports skyrocketed to $4.4B in 2021. Over the period under review, exports, however, continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The level of export peaked at $5.1B in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Belgium (542K tons), France (427K tons), the Netherlands (322K tons) and Germany (319K tons) represented roughly 68% of total exports of polystyrene in 2021. Italy (159K tons) took the next position in the ranking, followed by Poland (109K tons). All these countries together occupied approx. 11% share of total exports. Hungary (101K tons), Austria (94K tons), the Czech Republic (76K tons), Greece (71K tons), Spain (48K tons) and Finland (36K tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.

From 2007 to 2021, the biggest increases were in Poland (+9.4%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest polystyrene supplying countries in the European Union were Belgium ($1B), France ($807M) and the Netherlands ($701M), with a combined 57% share of total exports. Germany, Italy, Poland, Hungary, the Czech Republic, Austria, Greece, Finland and Spain lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 40%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the polystyrene export price in the European Union amounted to $1,865 per ton, picking up by 62% against the previous year. Prices varied noticeably by the country of origin: the country with the highest price was the Netherlands ($2,176 per ton), while Spain ($1,087 per ton) was amongst the lowest. From 2007 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the Czech Republic (+1.1%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

EU Polystyrene Imports 

In 2021, the amount of polystyrene imported in the European Union soared to 2.6M tons, jumping by 16% on 2020. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of +1.3% from 2007 to 2021.

In value terms, polystyrene imports surged to $4.8B in 2021. Total imports indicated a modest expansion from 2007 to 2021: its value increased at an average annual rate of +1.3% over the last fourteen years. 

Imports by Country

In 2021, Italy (561K tons), Germany (378K tons) and Poland (347K tons) represented the largest importer of polystyrene in the European Union, committing 50% of total purchases. France (190K tons) occupied the next position in the ranking, followed by Spain (151K tons) and Romania (117K tons). All these countries together held near 18% share of total imports. Austria (101K tons), the Netherlands (88K tons), Belgium (85K tons), Sweden (74K tons), Portugal (68K tons), Hungary (61K tons) and Lithuania (54K tons) held a relatively small share of total supplies.

From 2007 to 2021, the biggest increases were in Sweden (+7.1%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest polystyrene importing markets in the European Union were Poland ($757M), Germany ($751M) and Italy ($606M), together comprising 44% of total purchases. These countries were followed by France, Spain, Romania, Austria, Sweden, the Netherlands, Belgium, Portugal, Hungary and Lithuania, which together accounted for a further 41%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the polystyrene import price in the European Union amounted to $1,843 per ton, jumping by 52% against the previous year. Prices varied noticeably by the country of destination: the country with the highest price was Sweden ($2,285 per ton), while Italy ($1,081 per ton) was amongst the lowest. From 2007 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Sweden (+2.1%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the polystyrene market in the EU. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

  • Prodcom 20162035 - Expansible polystyrene, in primary forms
  • Prodcom 20162039 - Polystyrene, in primary forms (excluding expansible polystyrene)

Country coverage:

Data coverage:

  • Market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Production in the EU, split by region and country
  • Trade (exports and imports) in the EU
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

Reasons to buy this report:

  • Take advantage of the latest data
  • Find deeper insights into current market developments
  • Discover vital success factors affecting the market

This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
  2. How to load your idle production capacity
  3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets
  4. How to increase your profit margins
  5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable
  6. How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
  7. How to outsource production to other countries
  8. How to prepare your business for global expansion

While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

  1. 1. INTRODUCTION

    Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business

    1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
    2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
    3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
    4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS

  2. 2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

    A Quick Overview of Market Performance

    1. KEY FINDINGS
    2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO

  3. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

    Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE
    2. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
    3. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030

  4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
    2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
    3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
    4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
    5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT

  5. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
    3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
    4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES

  6. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
    3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS

  7. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
    2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY

  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO

  11. 11. COUNTRY PROFILES

    The Largest Markets And Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    • Austria
    • Belgium
    • Bulgaria
    • Croatia
    • Cyprus
    • Czech Republic
    • Denmark
    • Estonia
    • Finland
    • France
    • Germany
    • Greece
    • Hungary
    • Ireland
    • Italy
    • Latvia
    • Lithuania
    • Luxembourg
    • Malta
    • Netherlands
    • Poland
    • Portugal
    • Romania
    • Slovakia
    • Slovenia
    • Spain
    • Sweden

  12. LIST OF TABLES

    1. Key Findings In 2024
    2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    3. Market Value, 2012–2024
    4. Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2024
    5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
    9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024

  13. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    2. Market Value, 2012–2024
    3. Consumption, By Country, 2024
    4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
    5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
    6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
    7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
    8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
    9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
    10. Production Volume And Growth
    11. Exports And Growth
    12. Export Prices And Growth
    13. Market Size And Growth
    14. Per Capita Consumption
    15. Imports And Growth
    16. Import Prices
    17. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    19. Production, By Country, 2024
    20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
    27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    32. Export Prices, 2012–2024

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