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Canada - Plates, Sheets, Film, Foil and Strip of Non-Cellular Polyethylene - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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Non-Cellular Polyethylene Film Price in Canada - 2023

Non-Cellular Polyethylene Film Price in Canada (FOB) - 2023

The average non-cellular polyethylene film export price stood at $4,132 per ton in September 2023, picking up by 3.2% against the previous month. Overall, the export price, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in October 2022 when the average export price increased by 3.3% m-o-m. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $4,321 per ton in February 2023; however, from March 2023 to September 2023, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by the country of destination: the country with the highest price was the United States ($4,189 per ton), while the average price for exports to the UK amounted to $2,613 per ton.

From September 2022 to September 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to the UK (+0.0%).

Non-Cellular Polyethylene Film Price in Canada (CIF) - 2022

The average non-cellular polyethylene film import price stood at $4,597 per ton in 2022, growing by 12% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2022, it increased at an average annual rate of +2.7%. As a result, import price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Germany ($5,887 per ton), while the price for Portugal ($3,190 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 (+3.2%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Non-Cellular Polyethylene Film Exports in Canada

For the fourth year in a row, Canada recorded growth in shipments abroad of non-cellular polyethylene films, sheets, foil and strip, which increased by 0.9% to 333K tons in 2022. The total export volume increased at an average annual rate of +6.5% over the period from 2019 to 2022; the trend pattern remained consistent, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations being observed throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 when exports increased by 9.7% against the previous year. The exports peaked in 2022 and are likely to see steady growth in years to come.

In value terms, non-cellular polyethylene film exports rose significantly to $1.4B in 2022. In general, total exports indicated a prominent increase from 2019 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +14.5% over the last three years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, exports increased by +50.1% against 2019 indices. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 26% against the previous year. The exports peaked in 2022 and are likely to continue growth in the near future.

Export of Non-Cellular Polyethylene Film in Canada (Million USD)
COUNTRY	2019	2020	2021	2022	CAGR, 2019-2022
United States	883	936	1,191	1,319	14.3%
United Kingdom	4.4	6.2	9.7	15.2	51.2%
Others	35.6	51.2	55.5	50.1	12.1%
Total	923	993	1,256	1,385	14.5%

Top Export Markets for Non-Cellular Polyethylene Film from Canada in 2022:

United States (312.6K tons)
United Kingdom (6.3K tons)

Non-Cellular Polyethylene Film Imports in Canada

In 2022, purchases abroad of non-cellular polyethylene films, sheets, foil and strip decreased by -4.1% to 165K tons for the first time since 2018, thus ending a three-year rising trend. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of +6.4% over the period from 2019 to 2022; the trend pattern remained consistent, with only minor fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when imports increased by 19% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of 173K tons, and then fell slightly in the following year.

In value terms, non-cellular polyethylene film imports expanded sharply to $761M in 2022. Overall, total imports indicated prominent growth from 2019 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +13.2% over the last three-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, imports increased by +45.1% against 2019 indices. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 32% against the previous year. Imports peaked in 2022 and are likely to see steady growth in the near future.

Import of Non-Cellular Polyethylene Film in Canada (Million USD)
COUNTRY	2019	2020	2021	2022	CAGR, 2019-2022
United States	412	424	547	591	12.8%
China	35.6	37.3	48.9	50.4	12.3%
Germany	17.1	16.1	15.5	18.4	2.5%
Portugal	3.6	3.6	4.5	14.3	58.4%
Italy	6.8	6.4	8.2	11.0	17.4%
Others	49.8	51.3	85.8	75.8	15.0%
Total	524	539	710	761	13.2%

Top Suppliers of Non-Cellular Polyethylene Film to Canada in 2022:

United States (123.2K tons)
China (13.9K tons)
Portugal (4.5K tons)
Germany (3.1K tons)
Italy (2.9K tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the non-cellular polyethylene film market in Canada. 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

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Canada

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Trade (exports and imports) in Canada
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Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
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5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

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1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
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2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
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10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

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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 In 2012-2023
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
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1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
2. Market Value, 2012–2023
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5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
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, 2012–2023
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023