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Overview of the Global Market for Plastics Pipes And Pipe Fittings

Market Size for Plastics Pipes And Pipe Fittings

In 2022, the global market for plastics pipes and pipe fittings decreased by -0.5% to $X for the first time since 2019, thus ending a two-year rising trend. The market value increased at an average annual rate of +2.9% over the period from 2012 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. Over the period under review, the global market hit record highs at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Production of Plastics Pipes And Pipe Fittings

In value terms, plastics pipe and pipe fitting production shrank modestly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, the total production indicated tangible growth from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +3.1% 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 +2.9% against 2020 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when the production volume increased by 21% against the previous year. Over the period under review, global production reached the peak level at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports of Plastics Pipes And Pipe Fittings

Exports

In 2022, global exports of plastics pipes and pipe fittings totaled X tons, therefore, remained relatively stable against 2021 figures. The total export volume increased at an average annual rate of +2.7% from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern remained consistent, with only minor fluctuations in certain years. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when exports increased by 11% against the previous year. The global exports peaked in 2022 and are likely to see steady growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, plastics pipe and pipe fitting exports expanded slightly to $X in 2022. The total export value increased at an average annual rate of +4.2% 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%. Over the period under review, the global exports hit record highs in 2022 and are likely to see steady growth in the near future.

Exports by Country

In 2022, China (X tons), followed by Germany (X tons), Italy (X tons), Turkey (X tons) and the United States (X tons) represented the largest exporters of plastics pipes and pipe fittings, together constituting 44% of total exports. Poland (X tons), Spain (X tons), Mexico (X tons), the Netherlands (X tons), Canada (X tons), India (X tons) and Austria (X tons) held a relatively small share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main exporting countries, was attained by Mexico (with a CAGR of +23.3%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest plastics pipe and pipe fitting supplying countries worldwide were Germany ($X), China ($X) and the United States ($X), together comprising 35% of global exports. Italy, Poland, Turkey, the Netherlands, Austria, Canada, Spain, Mexico and India lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 29%.

Mexico, with a CAGR of +16.7%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of exports, in terms of the main exporting countries over the period under review, while shipments for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average export price for plastics pipes and pipe fittings amounted to $X per ton, rising by 2.4% against the previous year. Over the last decade, it increased at an average annual rate of +1.5%. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 an increase of 11% against the previous year. The global export price peaked in 2022 and is likely to see steady growth in the immediate term.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the United States ($X per ton), while Turkey ($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 United States (+6.7%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Imports of Plastics Pipes And Pipe Fittings

Imports

Global plastics pipe and pipe fitting imports contracted modestly to X tons in 2022, shrinking by -2.5% against 2021. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of +2.7% over the period from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern remained consistent, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 13%. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons, and then fell slightly in the following year.

In value terms, plastics pipe and pipe fitting imports rose slightly to $X in 2022. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of +4.4% from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when imports increased by 24%. Over the period under review, global imports reached the maximum in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

Imports by Country

The United States (X tons), France (X tons) and Germany (X tons) represented roughly 21% of total imports in 2022. The following importers - Iraq (X tons), Canada (X tons), Belgium (X tons), the UK (X tons), the Netherlands (X tons), Saudi Arabia (X tons), Mexico (X tons), Romania (X tons), Austria (X tons) and Denmark (X tons) - together made up 23% of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main importing countries, was attained by the United States (with a CAGR of +12.5%), while imports for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the United States ($X), Germany ($X) and France ($X) were the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2022, together comprising 23% of global imports.

In terms of the main importing countries, the United States, with a CAGR of +11.4%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The average import price for plastics pipes and pipe fittings stood at $X per ton in 2022, surging by 5.5% against the previous year. Over the last decade, it increased at an average annual rate of +1.6%. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when the average import price increased by 9.5% against the previous year. Global import price peaked in 2022 and is likely to continue growth in the near future.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Mexico ($X per ton), while Iraq ($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 Netherlands (+5.7%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

China constituted the country with the largest volume of plastics pipe and pipe fitting consumption, comprising approx. 19% of total volume. Moreover, plastics pipe and pipe fitting consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, threefold. India ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 7.2% share.
The country with the largest volume of plastics pipe and pipe fitting production was China, accounting for 20% of total volume. Moreover, plastics pipe and pipe fitting production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India, threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by the United States, with a 7.3% share.
In value terms, Germany, the United States and Italy were the countries with the highest levels of exports in 2021, together accounting for 32% of global exports. China, Poland, Turkey, the Netherlands, Spain, Austria, Canada, Mexico, Colombia and India lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 30%.
In value terms, the largest plastics pipe and pipe fitting importing markets worldwide were Germany, the United States and France, together accounting for 23% of global imports.
In 2021, the average export price for plastics pipes and pipe fittings amounted to $4,833 per ton, remaining relatively unchanged against the previous year.
In 2021, the average import price for plastics pipes and pipe fittings amounted to $4,831 per ton, rising by 8.2% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global market for plastics pipe and pipe fitting. 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 22212153 - Rigid tubes, pipes and hoses of polymers of ethylene
  • Prodcom 22212155 - Rigid tubes, pipes and hoses of polymers of propylene
  • Prodcom 22212157 - Rigid tubes, pipes and hoses of polymers of vinyl chloride
  • Prodcom 22212170 - Rigid tubes, pipes and hoses of plastics (excluding of polymers of ethylene, of polymers of propylene, of polymers of vinyl chloride)
  • Prodcom 22212970 - Fittings, e.g. joints, elbows, flanges, of plastics, for tubes, p ipes and hoses

Country coverage:

Worldwide - the report contains statistical data for 200 countries and includes detailed profiles of the 50 largest consuming countries:

+ the largest producing countries

Data coverage:

  • Global market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Global production, split by region and country
  • Global trade (exports and imports)
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

Company coverage:

Available Plastics, Inline Plastics, Aquarise, WL Plastics Corp., Applied Plastics Co., Lincoln Plastics, NewAge Industries, Caylor Industrial Sales, Colonial Teltek, Guenther Supply, W.P. Law Inc., Interstate Pipe & Supply Co., Continental Steel & Tube Co., Compressed Air Systems, Emco Industrial Plastics, Ryan Herco Flow Solutions, Tamco Industries, Plastic Design, The Federal Group USA, Zeus Industrial Products, Asahi/America, Base Construction, Fluoro-Plastics, Seelye Acquisitions, Industrial Screen & Maintenance

Reasons to buy this report:

  • Take advantage of the latest data
  • Find deeper insights into current market developments
  • Discover vital success factors affecting the market

This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
  2. How to load your idle production capacity
  3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets
  4. How to increase your profit margins
  5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable
  6. How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
  7. How to outsource production to other countries
  8. How to prepare your business for global expansion

While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

  1. 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. 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. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

    Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE
    2. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
    3. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030

  4. 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. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
    3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
    4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES

  6. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
    3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS

  7. 7. GLOBAL PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
    2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY

  8. 8. GLOBAL IMPORTS

    The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

  9. 9. GLOBAL EXPORTS

    The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO

  11. 11. COUNTRY PROFILES

    The Largest Markets And Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    • United States
    • China
    • Japan
    • Germany
    • United Kingdom
    • France
    • Brazil
    • Italy
    • Russian Federation
    • India
    • Canada
    • Australia
    • Republic of Korea
    • Spain
    • Mexico
    • Indonesia
    • Netherlands
    • Turkey
    • Saudi Arabia
    • Switzerland
    • Sweden
    • Nigeria
    • Poland
    • Belgium
    • Argentina
    • Norway
    • Austria
    • Thailand
    • United Arab Emirates
    • Colombia
    • Denmark
    • South Africa
    • Malaysia
    • Israel
    • Singapore
    • Egypt
    • Philippines
    • Finland
    • Chile
    • Ireland
    • Pakistan
    • Greece
    • Portugal
    • Kazakhstan
    • Algeria
    • Czech Republic
    • Qatar
    • Peru
    • Romania
    • Vietnam

  12. 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, By Country, 2018–2024
    5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
    9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024

  13. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    2. Market Value, 2012–2024
    3. Consumption, By Country, 2024
    4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
    5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
    6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
    7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
    8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
    9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
    10. Production Volume And Growth
    11. Exports And Growth
    12. Export Prices And Growth
    13. Market Size And Growth
    14. Per Capita Consumption
    15. Imports And Growth
    16. Import Prices
    17. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    19. Production, By Country, 2024
    20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
    27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    32. Export Prices, 2012–2024

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