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Ethiopia - Non-Cellular Polystyrene Films, Sheets, Foil and Strip - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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Ethiopia: Non-Cellular Polystyrene Film Market 2025

Non-Cellular Polystyrene Film Market Size in Ethiopia

The Ethiopian non-cellular polystyrene film market contracted dramatically to $X in 2022, waning by -17.3% against the previous year. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers' margins, which will be included in the final consumer price). Over the period under review, consumption enjoyed a significant expansion. Non-cellular polystyrene film consumption peaked at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Non-Cellular Polystyrene Film Exports

Exports from Ethiopia

In 2020, the amount of non-cellular polystyrene films, sheets, foil and strip exported from Ethiopia skyrocketed to X kg, increasing by 85% on the previous year's figure. In general, exports saw significant growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 with an increase of 576% against the previous year. The exports peaked in 2020 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, non-cellular polystyrene film exports soared to $X in 2020. Over the period under review, exports saw a significant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 with an increase of 227% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs in 2020 and are likely to see steady growth in the near future.

Exports by Country

Nigeria (X kg) was the main destination for non-cellular polystyrene film exports from Ethiopia, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2018 to 2020, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Nigeria was relatively modest.

In value terms, Nigeria ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for non-cellular polystyrene films, sheets, foil and strip exports from Ethiopia.

From 2018 to 2020, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Nigeria was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

The average non-cellular polystyrene film export price stood at $X per ton in 2020, which is down by -8.6% against the previous year. Overall, the export price recorded a sharp reduction. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2020, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

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

From 2018 to 2020, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Ghana amounted to 0.0% per year.

Non-Cellular Polystyrene Film Imports

Imports into Ethiopia

Non-cellular polystyrene film imports into Ethiopia amounted to X tons in 2022, surging by 4.3% compared with the previous year's figure. Overall, imports recorded a significant increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of 306% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X tons in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, non-cellular polystyrene film imports reduced markedly to $X in 2022. In general, imports recorded a significant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when imports increased by 165% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

South Africa (X tons), China (X tons) and Kenya (X tons) were the main suppliers of non-cellular polystyrene film imports to Ethiopia, with a combined 73% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by South Africa (with a CAGR of +160.5%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest non-cellular polystyrene film suppliers to Ethiopia were South Africa ($X), Kenya ($X) and China ($X), together comprising 72% of total imports.

South Africa, with a CAGR of +167.5%, recorded 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

In 2022, the average non-cellular polystyrene film import price amounted to $X per ton, which is down by -30.2% against the previous year. In general, the import price showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 when the average import price increased by 70% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2021, and then reduced sharply in the following year.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Kenya ($X per ton), while the price for China ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Egypt (+13.6%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the non-cellular polystyrene film market in Ethiopia. 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 22213030 - Other plates..., of polymers of styrene, not reinforced, etc.

Country coverage:

Ethiopia

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Ethiopia
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