China - Plastic Containers - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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China Plastic Container Export Price in September 2022
In September 2022, the plastic container price amounted to $7,818 per ton (FOB, China), with an increase of 2.2% against the previous month. Over the last eight-month period, it increased at an average monthly rate of +2.3%. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in April 2022 an increase of 11% against the previous month. The export price peaked in September 2022.
There were significant differences in the average prices for the major export markets. In September 2022, the country with the highest price was Malaysia ($15.0 per kg), while the average price for exports to Germany ($4,206 per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From January 2022 to September 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Australia (+7.5%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.
China Plastic Container Exports
In September 2022, overseas shipments of plastic containers decreased by -0.7% to 25K tons, falling for the second consecutive month after three months of growth. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate a slight setback. The growth pace was the most rapid in March 2022 when exports increased by 52% m-o-m. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at 28K tons in July 2022; however, from August 2022 to September 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.
In value terms, plastic container exports totaled $193M (IndexBox estimates) in September 2022. In general, total exports indicated a modest increase from January 2022 to September 2022: its value increased at an average monthly rate of +1.2% over the last eight months. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on September 2022 figures, exports decreased by -6.4% against July 2022 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in March 2022 with an increase of 54% m-o-m. The exports peaked at 206K tons in July 2022; however, from August 2022 to September 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.
China Plastic Container Exports by Country
The United States (2.8K tons), South Korea (2K tons) and Australia (1.6K tons) were the main destinations of plastic container exports from China, together accounting for 26% of total exports. Japan, Singapore, Taiwan (Chinese), Hong Kong SAR, Indonesia, the Philippines, Vietnam, Malaysia, Germany and Thailand lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 43%.
From January 2022 to September 2022, the biggest increases were in Germany (with a CAGR of +16.1%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
In value terms, the largest markets for plastic container exported from China were the United States ($29M), South Korea ($19M) and Australia ($16M), together accounting for 33% of total exports. These countries were followed by Singapore, Malaysia, Japan, Thailand, the Philippines, Hong Kong SAR, Indonesia, Vietnam, Taiwan (Chinese) and Germany, which together accounted for a further 44%.
Singapore, with a CAGR of +15.7%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, in terms of the main countries of destination over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
This report provides an in-depth analysis of the plastic container market in China. 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 22221950 - Articles for the conveyance or packaging of goods, of plastics (excluding boxes, cases, crates and similar articles, sacks and bags, including cones, carboys, bottles, flasks and similar articles, spools, spindles, bobbins and similar supports, s toppers, lids, caps and other closures)
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Data coverage:
- Market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
- Trade (exports and imports) in China
- Export and import prices
- Market trends, drivers and restraints
- Key market players and their profiles
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1. INTRODUCTION
Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
- REPORT DESCRIPTION
- RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
- DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
- GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A Quick Overview of Market Performance
- KEY FINDINGS
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW
Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
- MARKET SIZE
- MARKET STRUCTURE
- TRADE BALANCE
- PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
- MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT
Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO- TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
- BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
- MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
- MOST TRADED PRODUCT
- MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
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5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES
Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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- TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
- TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
- LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
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6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS
Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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- TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
- UNSATURATED MARKETS
- TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
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7. PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
- IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
- EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
- EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
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10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS
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LIST OF TABLES
- Key Findings In 2024
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Market Value, 2012–2024
- Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
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LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Market Value, 2012–2024
- Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
- Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
- Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
- Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
- Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
- Market Volume Forecast to 2030
- Market Value Forecast to 2030
- Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
- Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
- Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
- Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
- Production Volume And Growth
- Exports And Growth
- Export Prices And Growth
- Market Size And Growth
- Per Capita Consumption
- Imports And Growth
- Import Prices
- Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
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