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Ireland: Aluminium Tube Market 2025

Aluminium Tube Market Size in Ireland

The Irish aluminium tube market declined significantly to $X in 2022, shrinking by -47.8% 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, however, showed a strong expansion. Over the period under review, the market attained the peak level at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Aluminium Tube Exports

Exports from Ireland

In 2022, overseas shipments of aluminium tubes and pipes decreased by 0% to X tons, falling for the third consecutive year after two years of growth. Over the period under review, exports recorded a strong expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when exports increased by 1,529% against the previous year. The exports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, aluminium tube exports stood at $X in 2022. In general, exports recorded significant growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 with an increase of 2,303% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

Exports by Country

The United States (X kg), the UK (X kg) and Germany (X kg) were the main destinations of aluminium tube exports from Ireland, together accounting for 87% of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by Germany (with a CAGR of +516.4%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the United States ($X), Germany ($X) and Turkey ($X) constituted the largest markets for aluminium tube exported from Ireland worldwide, together accounting for 87% of total exports.

In terms of the main countries of destination, Germany, with a CAGR of +680.1%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

The average aluminium tube export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, standing approx. at the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price posted a strong increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 when the average export price increased by 214% against the previous year. The export price peaked in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major overseas markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Germany ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to the UK ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to New Zealand (+40.3%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Aluminium Tube Imports

Imports into Ireland

In 2022, overseas purchases of aluminium tubes and pipes decreased by 0% to X tons, falling for the second consecutive year after three years of growth. In general, imports saw a remarkable increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 with an increase of 89%. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure at X tons in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, aluminium tube imports stood at $X in 2022. Overall, imports posted prominent growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 with an increase of 61% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

The UK (X tons), China (X tons) and Germany (X kg) were the main suppliers of aluminium tube imports to Ireland, together accounting for 91% of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for China (with a CAGR of +36.2%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the UK ($X) constituted the largest supplier of aluminium tubes and pipes to Ireland, comprising 49% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by China ($X), with a 24% share of total imports. It was followed by Germany, with a 14% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from the UK totaled +20.7%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: China (+27.3% per year) and Germany (+9.4% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average aluminium tube import price amounted to $X per ton, stabilizing at the previous year. In general, the import price recorded a noticeable reduction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 an increase of 50% against the previous year. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2018 to 2022, the average import prices failed to regain momentum.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the UK (+6.2%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for aluminium tubes and pipes in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, the United States and India, together accounting for 37% of global consumption. Italy, Mexico, Japan, Russia, Brazil, Indonesia, the UK, Oman, South Korea and Nigeria lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 34%.

What are the largest producers of aluminium tubes and pipes in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, the United States and India, together comprising 51% of global production. These countries were followed by Italy, Japan, Turkey, Brazil, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Indonesia, Poland, South Korea and Nigeria, which together accounted for a further 33%.

What are the leading suppliers of aluminium tubes and pipes to Ireland?

In value terms, China constituted the largest supplier of aluminium tube to Ireland, comprising 56% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the UK, with a 28% share of total imports. It was followed by Germany, with an 8.8% share.

What are the leading importers of aluminium tubes and pipes from Ireland?

In value terms, Germany, the United States and the UK appeared to be the largest markets for aluminium tube exported from Ireland worldwide, with a combined 86% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for aluminium tubes and pipes in Ireland?

In 2021, the average aluminium tube export price amounted to $84,124 per ton, rising by 28% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for aluminium tubes and pipes in Ireland?

The average aluminium tube import price stood at $6,531 per ton in 2021, shrinking by -29.4% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the aluminium tube market in Ireland. 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 24422630 - Aluminium tubes and pipes (excluding hollow profiles, tube or pipe fittings, flexible tubing, tubes and pipes prepared for use in structures, machinery or vehicle parts, or the like)

Country coverage:

Ireland

Data coverage:

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