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Germany: Plastic Bottle Market 2025

Plastic Bottle Market Size in Germany

For the eleventh consecutive year, the German plastic bottle market recorded growth in sales value, which increased by 87% to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, consumption posted a significant expansion. As a result, consumption reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Plastic Bottle Production in Germany

In value terms, plastic bottle production fell slightly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production enjoyed a modest increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 5.1%. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X, and then reduced in the following year.

Plastic Bottle Imports

Imports into Germany

In 2022, the amount of carboys, bottles and similar articles of plastics imported into Germany declined to X tons, dropping by -7.9% on 2021 figures. Over the period under review, imports recorded a abrupt slump. The smallest decline of -6.7% was in 2021. Imports peaked at X tons in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, plastic bottle imports expanded remarkably to $X in 2022. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of +8.5% over the period from 2020 to 2022; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with only minor fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 10% against the previous year. Imports peaked in 2022 and are likely to see gradual growth in the near future.

Imports by Country

Luxembourg (X tons), the Czech Republic (X tons) and Austria (X tons) were the main suppliers of plastic bottle imports to Germany, with a combined 49% share of total imports.

From 2020 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by the Czech Republic (with a CAGR of +12.1%), while imports for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

In value terms, the largest plastic bottle suppliers to Germany were Austria ($X), Luxembourg ($X) and the Czech Republic ($X), with a combined 32% share of total imports.

The Czech Republic, with a CAGR of +16.1%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, in terms of 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 plastic bottle import price amounted to $X per ton, with an increase of 16% against the previous year. Over the last two years, it increased at an average annual rate of +17.0%. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when the average import price increased by 18%. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the maximum in 2022 and is likely to see gradual growth in the near future.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was France ($X per ton), while the price for Luxembourg ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2020 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Austria (+33.7%), 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 carboys, bottles and similar articles of plastics in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, the United States and India, with a combined 34% share of global consumption. Russia, Indonesia, Pakistan, Brazil, Nigeria, Mexico, Japan, Bangladesh, Spain and Ethiopia lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 22%.

What are the largest producers of carboys, bottles and similar articles of plastics in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, the United States and India, with a combined 35% share of global production. Russia, Indonesia, Pakistan, Mexico, Nigeria, Bangladesh, Japan, Spain, Brazil and Ethiopia lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 22%.

What are the leading suppliers of carboys, bottles and similar articles of plastics to Germany?

In value terms, the largest plastic bottle suppliers to Germany were Austria, the Netherlands and Luxembourg, together comprising 34% of total imports. Poland, the Czech Republic, France, Switzerland, Belgium and Lithuania lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 40%.

What are the leading importers of carboys, bottles and similar articles of plastics from Germany?

In value terms, the largest markets for plastic bottle exported from Germany were the Netherlands, France and Belgium, together accounting for 43% of total exports. These countries were followed by the UK, Poland, the United States, Switzerland, Italy, Austria, Spain, Denmark, Slovenia and Romania, which together accounted for a further 41%.

What is the average export price for carboys, bottles and similar articles of plastics in Germany?

In 2021, the average plastic bottle export price amounted to $5,990 per ton, increasing by 18% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for carboys, bottles and similar articles of plastics in Germany?

In 2021, the average plastic bottle import price amounted to $3,136 per ton, growing by 18% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the plastic bottle market in Germany. 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 22221450 - Plastic carboys, bottles, flasks and similar articles for the conveyance or packing of goods, of a capacity . 2 litres
Prodcom 22221470 - Plastic carboys, bottles, flasks and similar articles for the conveyance or packing of goods, of a capacity > 2 litres

Country coverage:

Germany

Data coverage:

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