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Overview of the Global Market for Plastic Plates, Sheets, Film, Foil And Strip

Market Size for Plastic Plates, Sheets, Film, Foil And Strip

The global market for plastic plates, sheets, film, foil and strip was finally on the rise to reach $X in 2021, after two years of decline. In general, consumption, however, continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 when the market value increased by 4.1% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the global market reached the maximum level at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Production of Plastic Plates, Sheets, Film, Foil And Strip

In value terms, production of plastic plates, sheets, film, foil and strip expanded slightly to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when the production volume increased by 14%. Global production peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, production remained at a lower figure.

Exports of Plastic Plates, Sheets, Film, Foil And Strip

Exports

In 2021, global exports of plastic plates, sheets, film, foil and strip totaled X tons, with an increase of 9% against 2020 figures. The total export volume increased at an average annual rate of +4.2% over the period from 2012 to 2021; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. As a result, the exports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, exports of plastic plates, sheets, film, foil and strip surged to $X in 2021. The total export value increased at an average annual rate of +3.2% over the period from 2012 to 2021; however, the trend pattern remained consistent, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations throughout the analyzed period. As a result, the exports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

In 2021, China (X tons), followed by Germany (X tons), the United States (X tons) and Italy (X tons) represented the major exporters of plastic plates, sheets, film, foil and strip, together comprising 36% of total exports. The following exporters - South Korea (X tons), Turkey (X tons), Belgium (X tons), Poland (X tons), India (X tons), Japan (X tons), Malaysia (X tons), Taiwan (Chinese) (X tons) and Canada (X tons) - together made up 27% of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Turkey (with a CAGR of +12.5%), while shipments for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest plastic plate, sheet, film, foil and strip supplying countries worldwide were China ($X), Germany ($X) and Japan ($X), together comprising 34% of global exports.

Among the main exporting countries, China, with a CAGR of +10.5%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average export price for plastic plates, sheets, film, foil and strip amounted to $X per ton, surging by 13% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the peak figure at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Japan ($X per ton), while Malaysia ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by China (+1.4%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Imports of Plastic Plates, Sheets, Film, Foil And Strip

Imports

For the tenth consecutive year, the global market recorded growth in supplies from abroad of plastic plates, sheets, film, foil and strip, which increased by 8.7% to X tons in 2021. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of +3.8% over the period from 2012 to 2021; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, imports of plastic plates, sheets, film, foil and strip soared to $X in 2021. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of +3.0% from 2012 to 2021; however, the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations in certain years. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

In 2021, the United States (X tons), followed by Germany (X tons), China (X tons) and France (X tons) represented the major importers of plastic plates, sheets, film, foil and strip, together committing 25% of total imports. Italy (X tons), Belgium (X tons), Mexico (X tons), the UK (X tons), Spain (X tons), Poland (X tons), Japan (X tons), the Netherlands (X tons) and South Korea (X tons) took a little share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the leading importing countries, was attained by Spain (with a CAGR of +6.6%), while imports for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest plastic plate, sheet, film, foil and strip importing markets worldwide were China ($X), the United States ($X) and Germany ($X), together accounting for 26% of global imports. France, Mexico, Italy, South Korea, the UK, Poland, Belgium, the Netherlands, Japan and Spain lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 30%.

Spain, with a CAGR of +5.7%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, among the main importing countries over the period under review, while purchases for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average import price for plastic plates, sheets, film, foil and strip amounted to $X per ton, rising by 12% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the peak figure at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, import prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was China ($X per ton), while Spain ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the Netherlands (+5.9%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The country with the largest volume of consumption of plastic plates, sheets, film, foil and strip was China, comprising approx. 23% of total volume. Moreover, consumption of plastic plates, sheets, film, foil and strip 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 an 8.8% share.
China constituted the country with the largest volume of production of plastic plates, sheets, film, foil and strip, accounting for 26% of total volume. Moreover, production of plastic plates, sheets, film, foil and strip in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, threefold. India ranked third in terms of total production with an 8.9% share.
In value terms, Germany, Japan and the United States appeared to be the countries with the highest levels of exports in 2021, with a combined 31% share of global exports. China, South Korea, Italy, Belgium, Turkey, Canada, France, Poland, India and Malaysia lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 36%.
In value terms, the largest plastic plate, sheet, film, foil and strip importing markets worldwide were China, the United States and Germany, together comprising 27% of global imports. These countries were followed by France, Mexico, Italy, the UK, Poland, Belgium, the Netherlands, Japan, Spain and India, which together accounted for a further 30%.
In 2021, the average export price for plastic plates, sheets, film, foil and strip amounted to $3,664 per ton, growing by 9.5% against the previous year.
The average import price for plastic plates, sheets, film, foil and strip stood at $3,729 per ton in 2021, increasing by 11% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global market for plastic plate, sheet, film, foil and strip. 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 22213010 - Other plates..., of polymers of ethylene, not reinforced, t hickness . 0,125 mm
  • Prodcom 22213017 - Other plates..., of polymers of ethylene, not reinforced, etc., t hickness > 0,125 mm
  • Prodcom 22213021 - Other plates..., of biaxially orientated polymers of propylene, t hickness . 0,10 mm
  • Prodcom 22213023 - Other plates..., of polymers of propylene, thickness . 0,10 mm, others
  • Prodcom 22213026 - Strip of polymers of propylene, of a thickness of > 0,10 mm and a width of > 5 mm but . .20 mm, of the kind used for packaging (excluding self-adhesive products)
  • Prodcom 22213030 - Other plates..., of polymers of styrene, not reinforced, etc.
  • Prodcom 22213035 - Other plates, sheets, film, foil and strip, of polymers of vinyl chloride, containing . 6 % of plasticisers, thickness . 1 mm
  • Prodcom 22213036 - Other plates, sheets, film, foil and strip, of polymers of vinyl chloride, containing . 6 % of plasticisers, thickness > 1 mm
  • Prodcom 22213037 - Other plates, sheets, film, foil and strip, of polymers of vinyl chloride, containing < 6 % of plasticisers, thickness . 1 mm
  • Prodcom 22213038 - Other plates, sheets, film, foil and strip, of polymers of vinyl chloride, containing < 6 % of plasticisers, thickness > 1 mm
  • Prodcom 22213053 - Plates..., of polymethyl methacrylate, not reinforced, etc.
  • Prodcom 22213059 - Plates..., of other acrylic polymers, not reinforced, etc., n.e.c.
  • Prodcom 22213061 - Plates, sheets, film, foil, strip of polycarbonates, non-cellular excluding floor, wall, ceiling coverings - self-adhesive, r einforced, laminated, supported/similarly combined with other materials
  • Prodcom 22213063 - Plates..., of unsaturated polyesters, not reinforced, etc.
  • Prodcom 22213065 - Plates, sheets, film, foil, strip, of polyethylene terephthalate, n ot reinforced, etc., of a thickness . 0,35 mm
  • Prodcom 22213067 - Plates, sheets, film, foil, strip, of polyethylene terephthalate, n ot reinforced, etc., of a thickness > 0,35 mm
  • Prodcom 22213069 - Plates, sheets, film, foil, strip of polyesters, non-cellular excluding floor, wall, ceiling coverings, self-adhesive - of polycarbonates, polyethylene terephthalate, unsaturated polyesters
  • Prodcom 22213070 - Plates, sheets, film, foil and strip, of non-cellular cellulose or its chemical derivatives, not reinforced, laminated, supported or similarly combined with other materials (excluding selfadhesive products as well as and floor, wall and ceiling coverings of HS
  • Prodcom 22213082 - Plates, sheets, film, foil, strip of polyamides, non-cellular (excluding floor, wall, ceiling coverings, self-adhesive, r einforced, laminated, supported/similarly combined with other materials)
  • Prodcom 22213086 - Plates, sheets, film, foil and strip, of non-cellular poly(vinyl butyral), amino-resins, phenolic resins or polymerisation products, not reinforced, laminated, supported or similarly combined with other materials (excluding self-adhesive products as well as and floor, wall and ceiling coverings of HS
  • Prodcom 22213090 - Plates, sheets, film, foil and strip, of non-cellular plastics, n .e.c., not reinforced, laminated, supported or similarly combined with other materials (excluding self-adhesive products, floor, wall and ceiling coverings of HS

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

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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