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Overview of the Global Market for Plastics in Primary Forms

Market Size for Plastics in Primary Forms

The global plastics in primary forms market dropped modestly to $X in 2023, almost unchanged from the previous year. The market value increased at an average annual rate of X% from 2012 to 2023; the trend pattern remained consistent, with only minor fluctuations being recorded in certain years. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X.7B. From 2022 to 2023, the growth of the global market failed to regain momentum.

Production of Plastics in Primary Forms

In value terms, plastics in primary forms production rose slightly to $X in 2023 estimated in export price. The total output value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2012 to 2023; the trend pattern remained consistent, with only minor fluctuations in certain years. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when the production volume increased by X% against the previous year. As a result, production attained the peak level of $X. From 2022 to 2023, global production growth remained at a lower figure.

Exports of Plastics in Primary Forms

Exports

In 2023, approx. X tons of plastics in primary formses were exported worldwide; with an increase of X% on the previous year's figure. Overall, exports continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, the global exports hit record highs at X tons in 2021; however, from 2022 to 2023, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, plastics in primary forms exports fell to $X in 2023. In general, exports continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when exports increased by X% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X. From 2022 to 2023, the growth of the global exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

The biggest shipments were from the United States (X tons), Saudi Arabia (X tons), South Korea (X tons), China (X tons), Germany (X tons), Belgium (X tons), Taiwan (Chinese) (X tons), the Netherlands (X tons), the United Arab Emirates (X tons), Thailand (X tons), France (X tons) and Singapore (X tons), together recording X% of total export. Malaysia (X tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.

From 2012 to 2023, the biggest increases were recorded for China (with a CAGR of X%), while shipments for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the United States ($X), South Korea ($X) and China ($X) were the countries with the highest levels of exports in 2023, together comprising X% of global exports.

China, with a CAGR of X%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of exports, among 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

The average plastics in primary forms export price stood at $X per ton in 2023, declining by X% against the previous year. In general, the export price saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 an increase of X%. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the peak figure at $X per ton in 2022, and then dropped in the following year.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Germany ($X per ton), while Malaysia ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by France (X%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Imports of Plastics in Primary Forms

Imports

In 2023, overseas purchases of plastics in primary formses decreased by X% to X tons, falling for the second consecutive year after four years of growth. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2012 to 2023; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with only minor fluctuations being observed in certain years. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of X% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons. From 2022 to 2023, the growth of global imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, plastics in primary forms imports dropped to $X in 2023. Over the period under review, imports, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of X%. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X. From 2022 to 2023, the growth of global imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2023, China (X tons), followed by India (X tons), Turkey (X tons) and Germany (X tons) were the major importers of plastics in primary formses, together achieving X% of total imports. Italy (X tons), Vietnam (X tons), the United States (X tons), Mexico (X tons), Belgium (X tons), Indonesia (X tons), Poland (X tons), France (X tons) and Japan (X tons) took a minor share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2023, the biggest increases were recorded for India (with a CAGR of X%), while purchases for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, China ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported plastics in primary formses worldwide, comprising X% of global imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Germany ($X), with a X% share of global imports. It was followed by India, with a X% share.

From 2012 to 2023, the average annual growth rate of value in China totaled X%. The remaining importing countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Germany (X% per year) and India (X% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average plastics in primary forms import price stood at $X per ton in 2023, waning by X% against the previous year. Overall, the import price showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 an increase of X%. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2022, and then shrank in the following year.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2023, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the United States ($X per ton), while India ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by France (X%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global market for plastics in primary forms. 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.

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

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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

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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. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
3. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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. 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. GLOBAL PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
8. GLOBAL IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. GLOBAL EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
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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11. COUNTRY PROFILES

The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
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- 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
LIST OF TABLES
1. Key Findings In 2023
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
3. Market Value, 2012–2023
4. Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2023
5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
2. Market Value, 2012–2023
3. Consumption, By Country, 2023
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, 2012–2023
18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
19. Production, By Country, 2023
20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
32. Export Prices, 2012–2023