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Qatar: Market for Plastic Tableware And Kitchenware 2025

Market Size for Plastic Tableware And Kitchenware in Qatar

The Qatari plastic tableware and kitchenware market amounted to less than $X in 2022, approximately reflecting the previous year. Over the period under review, consumption continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when the market value decreased by 99.9%. Plastic tableware and kitchenware consumption peaked at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Production of Plastic Tableware And Kitchenware in Qatar

In value terms, plastic tableware and kitchenware production skyrocketed to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production enjoyed a significant expansion. Over the period under review, production reached the maximum level at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, production remained at a lower figure.

Imports of Plastic Tableware And Kitchenware

Imports into Qatar

In 2022, after three years of decline, there was growth in supplies from abroad of plastic tableware and kitchenware, when their volume increased by 4.9% to X tons. Overall, imports, however, showed a deep slump. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 when imports increased by 41%. As a result, imports attained the peak of X tons. From 2019 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, plastic tableware and kitchenware imports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. In general, imports, however, saw a abrupt downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when imports increased by 46% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X. From 2019 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

China (X tons), Turkey (X tons) and India (X tons) were the main suppliers of plastic tableware and kitchenware imports to Qatar, together comprising 43% of total imports. Kuwait, Malaysia, Iran, Taiwan (Chinese), Belgium, Oman, Vietnam, Thailand, Portugal and Saudi Arabia lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 45%.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Iran (with a CAGR of +75.6%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, China ($X), Turkey ($X) and India ($X) were the largest plastic tableware and kitchenware suppliers to Qatar, with a combined 40% share of total imports. Kuwait, Portugal, Taiwan (Chinese), Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam, Belgium, Iran, Oman and Saudi Arabia lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 37%.

In terms of the main suppliers, Iran, with a CAGR of +44.9%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The average plastic tableware and kitchenware import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, with an increase of 14% against the previous year. In general, import price indicated tangible growth from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of +3.4% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, plastic tableware and kitchenware import price increased by +66.2% against 2017 indices. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 an increase of 27%. The import price peaked in 2022 and is likely to continue growth in years to come.

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 Portugal ($X per ton), while the price for Oman ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Taiwan (Chinese) (+7.9%), 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 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. India ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 9.3% share.

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

China remains the largest plastic tableware and kitchenware producing country worldwide, accounting for 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 Qatar?

In value terms, China constituted the largest supplier of plastic tableware and kitchenware to Qatar, comprising 48% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Turkey, with a 14% share of total imports. It was followed by India, with a 9.9% share.

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

It was followed by Saudi Arabia, with an 8.4% share.

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

The average plastic tableware and kitchenware export price stood at $3,159 per ton in 2015, flattening at the previous year.

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

In 2021, the average plastic tableware and kitchenware import price amounted to $3,374 per ton, with an increase of 5.2% against the previous year.

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

Qatar

Data coverage:

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