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Puerto Rico: Market for Plastic Tableware And Kitchenware 2025

Market Size for Plastic Tableware And Kitchenware in Puerto Rico

The Puerto Rican plastic tableware and kitchenware market fell to $X in 2021, dropping by -5.3% against the previous year. Over the period under review, consumption, however, continues to indicate a abrupt descent. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $X. From 2014 to 2021, the growth of the market remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Production of Plastic Tableware And Kitchenware in Puerto Rico

In value terms, plastic tableware and kitchenware production contracted to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production, however, continues to indicate a abrupt descent. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 when the production volume increased by 20% against the previous year. As a result, production attained the peak level of $X. From 2014 to 2021, production growth remained at a lower figure.

Exports of Plastic Tableware And Kitchenware

Exports by Country

China dominates exports structure, resulting at X tons, which was near 59% of total exports in 2021. It was distantly followed by Turkey (X tons), generating a 4.9% share of total exports. Mexico (X tons), Taiwan (Chinese) (X tons), the United States (X tons), Italy (X tons), the Netherlands (X tons), India (X tons), Germany (X tons) and Belgium (X tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.

From 2012 to 2021, average annual rates of growth with regard to plastic tableware and kitchenware exports from China stood at +9.6%. At the same time, Mexico (+13.3%), Turkey (+11.7%), Taiwan (Chinese) (+7.4%), the Netherlands (+3.2%) and India (+2.3%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Mexico emerged as the fastest-growing exporter exported in the world, with a CAGR of +13.3% from 2012-2021. The United States experienced a relatively flat trend pattern. By contrast, Italy (-2.4%), Germany (-2.5%) and Belgium (-3.5%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. While the share of China (+16 p.p.), Turkey (+1.9 p.p.) and Mexico (+1.7 p.p.) increased significantly in terms of the global exports from 2012-2021, the share of Belgium (-1.6 p.p.), Germany (-1.7 p.p.), the United States (-1.8 p.p.) and Italy (-2.2 p.p.) displayed negative dynamics. The shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, China ($X) remains the largest plastic tableware and kitchenware supplier from Puerto Rico, comprising 60% of global exports. The second position in the ranking was held by the United States ($X), with a 3.3% share of global exports. It was followed by Turkey, with a 2.9% share.

In China, plastic tableware and kitchenware exports expanded at an average annual rate of +15.0% over the period from 2012-2021. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: the United States (+1.0% per year) and Turkey (+9.7% per year).

Imports of Plastic Tableware And Kitchenware

Imports by Country

In 2021, the United States (X tons) represented the key importer of plastic tableware and kitchenware, constituting 41% of total imports. The following importers - Germany (X tons), France (X tons), the UK (X tons), the Netherlands (X tons), Canada (X tons), Saudi Arabia (X tons), Japan (X tons), Belgium (X tons), Italy (X tons), Spain (X tons), Hong Kong SAR (X tons) and Australia (X tons) - together made up 25% of total imports.

The United States was also the fastest-growing in terms of the plastic tableware and kitchenware imports, with a CAGR of +11.1% from 2012 to 2021. At the same time, the Netherlands (+3.4%), Saudi Arabia (+3.1%), Italy (+2.8%), Spain (+1.7%), Belgium (+1.7%) and Germany (+1.1%) displayed positive paces of growth. Japan, Canada and the UK experienced a relatively flat trend pattern. By contrast, France (-3.0%), Australia (-3.1%) and Hong Kong SAR (-3.8%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. From 2012 to 2021, the share of the United States increased by +16 percentage points. The shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, the United States ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported plastic tableware and kitchenware into Puerto Rico, comprising 33% of global imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Germany ($X), with a 5.1% share of global imports. It was followed by France, with a 3.7% share.

In the United States, plastic tableware and kitchenware imports expanded at an average annual rate of +6.4% over the period from 2012-2021. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: Germany (+1.5% per year) and France (-1.5% per year).

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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. The third position in this ranking was occupied by India, with a 9.3% share.

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

The country with the largest volume of plastic tableware and kitchenware production was China, 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. Turkey ranked third in terms of total production with a 6.8% share.

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

In value terms, the United States constitutes the largest market for imported plastic tableware and kitchenware into Puerto Rico, comprising 34% of global imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Germany, with a 5.2% share of global imports. It was followed by Canada, with a 3.6% share.

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

In value terms, China remains the largest plastic tableware and kitchenware supplier from Puerto Rico, comprising 54% of global exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the United States, with a 4.1% share of global exports. It was followed by Turkey, with a 3.6% share.

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

The export price in Puerto Rico stood at less than $0.1 per ton in 2021, remaining constant against the previous year.

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

In 2021, the import price in Puerto Rico amounted to less than $0.1 per ton, therefore, remained relatively stable against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for plastic tableware and kitchenware in Puerto Rico. 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:

Puerto Rico

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Puerto Rico
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 THE AI PLATFORM
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4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
2. MARKET TRENDSThis Chapter is Available Only for the Professional EditionPRO
3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
2. MARKET STRUCTURE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
3. TRADE BALANCE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2035
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCTS FOR DIVERSIFICATION

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 PRODUCTS
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCTS
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCTS FOR EXPORTS
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 Export
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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: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
8. IMPORTS

The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
9. EXPORTS

The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
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: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
3. Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
4. Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country, 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, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
2. Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
7. Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2035
9. Market Value Forecast to 2035
10. Market Size and Growth, By Product
11. Average Per Capita Consumption, By Product
12. Exports and Growth, By Product
13. Export Prices and Growth, By Product
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: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
22. Production, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
23. Imports, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
24. Imports, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
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, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
30. Exports, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
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, 2012–2024