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Canada: Market for Plastic Tableware And Kitchenware 2025

Market Size for Plastic Tableware And Kitchenware in Canada

In 2022, the Canadian plastic tableware and kitchenware market increased by 20% to $X, rising for the second consecutive year after three years of decline. The market value increased at an average annual rate of +1.6% from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. As a result, consumption reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Exports of Plastic Tableware And Kitchenware

Exports from Canada

In 2022, plastic tableware and kitchenware exports from Canada skyrocketed to X tons, growing by 27% on the year before. Overall, exports, however, showed a mild curtailment. The exports peaked at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, plastic tableware and kitchenware exports expanded markedly to $X in 2022. In general, exports showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 36% against the previous year. The exports peaked in 2022 and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

The United States (X tons) was the main destination for plastic tableware and kitchenware exports from Canada, with a approx. 94% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to the United States totaled -1.8%.

In value terms, the United States ($X) also remains the key foreign market for plastic tableware and kitchenware exports from Canada.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to the United States was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

The average plastic tableware and kitchenware export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, reducing by -10.7% against the previous year. Over the last decade, it increased at an average annual rate of +2.5%. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 an increase of 26%. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per ton, and then reduced in the following year.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for the United States.

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the United States amounted to +2.5% per year.

Imports of Plastic Tableware And Kitchenware

Imports into Canada

In 2022, the amount of plastic tableware and kitchenware imported into Canada soared to X tons, growing by 21% against 2021. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of +2.2% over the period from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern remained consistent, with only minor fluctuations being observed throughout the analyzed period. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, plastic tableware and kitchenware imports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of +3.7% over the period from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

China (X tons), the United States (X tons) and Taiwan (Chinese) (X tons) were the main suppliers of plastic tableware and kitchenware imports to Canada, together accounting for 90% of total imports. Mexico and Vietnam lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 3.4%.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Mexico (with a CAGR of +10.9%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest plastic tableware and kitchenware suppliers to Canada were China ($X), the United States ($X) and Taiwan (Chinese) ($X), together accounting for 90% of total imports. Mexico and Vietnam lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 3.4%.

Mexico, with a CAGR of +12.5%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, among the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The average plastic tableware and kitchenware import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, remaining constant against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2022, it increased at an average annual rate of +1.4%. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when the average import price increased by 9.8% against the previous year. The import price peaked in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the countries with the highest prices were Vietnam ($X per ton) and Mexico ($X per ton), while the price for Taiwan (Chinese) ($X per ton) and China ($X per ton) were amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Vietnam (+1.4%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for plastic tableware and kitchenware in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of plastic tableware and kitchenware consumption, comprising approx. 25% of total volume. Moreover, plastic tableware and kitchenware consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, twofold. India ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 9.3% share.

What are the largest producers of plastic tableware and kitchenware in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of plastic tableware and kitchenware production, comprising approx. 45% of total volume. Moreover, plastic tableware and kitchenware production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India, fivefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Turkey, with a 6.8% share.

What are the leading suppliers of plastic tableware and kitchenware to Canada?

In value terms, China, the United States and Taiwan Chinese) constituted the largest plastic tableware and kitchenware suppliers to Canada, with a combined 90% share of total imports. These countries were followed by Mexico, which accounted for a further 2.8%.

What are the leading importers of plastic tableware and kitchenware from Canada?

In value terms, the United States remains the key foreign market for plastic tableware and kitchenware exports from Canada.

What is the average export price for plastic tableware and kitchenware in Canada?

The average plastic tableware and kitchenware export price stood at $7,367 per ton in 2021, increasing by 25% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for plastic tableware and kitchenware in Canada?

In 2021, the average plastic tableware and kitchenware import price amounted to $6,079 per ton, picking up by 19% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for plastic tableware and kitchenware in Canada. 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 22292320 - Tableware and kitchenware of plastic

Country coverage:

Canada

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Canada
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
1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
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. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. MARKET STRUCTURE
3. TRADE BALANCE
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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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. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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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 In 2012-2024
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
14. Production Volume And Growth
15. Exports And Growth
16. Export Prices And Growth
17. Market Size And Growth
18. Per Capita Consumption
19. Imports And Growth
20. Import Prices
21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024