Northern America: Market for Non-Cellular Polyvinyl Chloride Films, Sheets, Foil and Strip 2024

Market Size for Non-Cellular Polyvinyl Chloride Films, Sheets, Foil and Strip in Northern America

The North American non-cellular polyvinyl chloride film market contracted to $X in 2022, therefore, remained relatively stable against the previous year. The total consumption indicated a strong increase from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +5.0% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, consumption increased by +5.8% against 2020 indices. Over the period under review, the market reached the peak level at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Production of Non-Cellular Polyvinyl Chloride Films, Sheets, Foil and Strip in Northern America

In value terms, non-cellular polyvinyl chloride film production dropped modestly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. The total production indicated noticeable growth from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +4.7% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, production increased by +2.8% against 2020 indices. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of 15%. The level of production peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, production remained at a lower figure.

Exports of Non-Cellular Polyvinyl Chloride Films, Sheets, Foil and Strip

Exports in Northern America

In 2022, non-cellular polyvinyl chloride film exports in Northern America fell modestly to X tons, waning by -1.8% against 2021. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of 5.7%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X tons. From 2019 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, non-cellular polyvinyl chloride film exports expanded markedly to $X in 2022. The total export value increased at an average annual rate of +1.9% from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern remained consistent, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations being observed throughout the analyzed period. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 11% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum in 2022 and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

In 2022, the United States (X tons) was the largest exporter of non-cellular polyvinyl chloride films, sheets, foil and strip, committing 78% of total exports. It was distantly followed by Canada (X tons), making up a 22% share of total exports.

The United States experienced a relatively flat trend pattern with regard to volume of exports of non-cellular polyvinyl chloride films, sheets, foil and strip. Canada experienced a relatively flat trend pattern. The shares of the largest exporters remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, the United States ($X) remains the largest non-cellular polyvinyl chloride film supplier in Northern America, comprising 78% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Canada ($X), with a 22% share of total exports.

In the United States, non-cellular polyvinyl chloride film exports increased at an average annual rate of +1.8% over the period from 2012-2022.

Export Prices by Country

The export price in Northern America stood at $X per ton in 2022, growing by 12% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2022, it increased at an average annual rate of +2.4%. As a result, the export price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major exporting countries. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the United States ($X per ton), while Canada amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Canada (+2.7%).

Imports of Non-Cellular Polyvinyl Chloride Films, Sheets, Foil and Strip

Imports in Northern America

In 2022, overseas purchases of non-cellular polyvinyl chloride films, sheets, foil and strip increased by 13% to X tons, rising for the second year in a row after two years of decline. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of +2.4% over the period from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with only minor fluctuations being observed in certain years. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when imports increased by 13% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

In value terms, non-cellular polyvinyl chloride film imports surged to $X in 2022. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of +4.1% over the period from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 23% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure in 2022 and are likely to see gradual growth in the near future.

Imports by Country

In 2022, the United States (X tons) represented the main importer of non-cellular polyvinyl chloride films, sheets, foil and strip, creating 78% of total imports. It was distantly followed by Canada (X tons), committing a 22% share of total imports.

The United States was also the fastest-growing in terms of the non-cellular polyvinyl chloride films, sheets, foil and strip imports, with a CAGR of +2.8% from 2012 to 2022. At the same time, Canada (+1.1%) displayed positive paces of growth. While the share of the United States (+3 p.p.) increased significantly in terms of the total imports from 2012-2022, the share of Canada (-3 p.p.) displayed negative dynamics.

In value terms, the United States ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported non-cellular polyvinyl chloride films, sheets, foil and strip in Northern America, comprising 73% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Canada ($X), with a 27% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value in the United States amounted to +4.3%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the import price in Northern America amounted to $X per ton, surging by 8.1% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2022, it increased at an average annual rate of +1.6%. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when the import price increased by 11% against the previous year. Over the period under review, import prices attained the peak figure in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major importing countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Canada ($X per ton), while the United States stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Canada (+2.4%).

Source: IndexBox Platform

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