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Ireland - 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 Ireland - 2023

Non-Cellular Polyethylene Film Price in Ireland (CIF) - 2023

The average non-cellular polyethylene film import price stood at $3,606 per ton in August 2023, with an increase of 17% against the previous month. Over the period under review, the import price showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in January 2023 an increase of 24% month-to-month. The import price peaked at $3,997 per ton in June 2023; however, from July 2023 to August 2023, import prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by the country of origin: the country with the highest price was France ($8,242 per ton), while the price for Portugal ($1,177 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From August 2022 to August 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the UK (+5.7%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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

In August 2023, the average non-cellular polyethylene film export price amounted to $3,908 per ton, rising by 2.2% against the previous month. Over the period from August 2022 to August 2023, it increased at an average monthly rate of +1.2%. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in December 2022 when the average export price increased by 18% m-o-m. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the peak figure in August 2023.

Prices varied noticeably by the country of destination: the country with the highest price was Canada ($30,102 per ton), while the average price for exports to the UK ($3,124 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From August 2022 to August 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Canada (+28.8%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Non-Cellular Polyethylene Film Imports in Ireland

In 2022, the amount of non-cellular polyethylene films, sheets, foil and strip imported into Ireland rose markedly to 68K tons, increasing by 7.6% on the previous year's figure. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of +2.8% over the period from 2019 to 2022; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with only minor fluctuations being observed throughout the analyzed period. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, non-cellular polyethylene film imports soared to $243M in 2022. In general, total imports indicated buoyant growth from 2019 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +12.4% over the last three years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, imports increased by +46.6% against 2020 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 with an increase of 27% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs in 2022 and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Import of Non-Cellular Polyethylene Film in Ireland (Million USD)
COUNTRY	2019	2020	2021	2022	CAGR, 2019-2022
United Kingdom	62.3	55.0	67.8	82.1	9.6%
Germany	14.5	15.5	19.7	28.3	25.0%
United States	5.2	10.2	25.9	23.8	66.0%
Spain	10.1	9.6	11.0	16.2	17.1%
Turkey	7.1	8.6	10.5	15.4	29.4%
France	25.0	14.2	15.5	13.2	-19.2%
Netherlands	4.5	5.4	6.8	7.8	20.1%
Portugal	3.4	4.5	7.4	7.5	30.2%
Finland	1.9	3.0	4.4	7.4	57.3%
Switzerland	11.2	8.7	6.1	7.0	-14.5%
Italy	5.6	7.9	6.2	6.9	7.2%
Belgium	2.8	4.3	6.1	5.1	22.1%
Saudi Arabia	2.7	2.5	4.8	4.7	20.3%
Others	14.6	16.2	18.0	17.4	6.0%
Total	171	166	210	243	12.4%

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

United Kingdom (22.9K tons)
Germany (8.3K tons)
Portugal (6.3K tons)
Turkey (5.5K tons)
Spain (4.6K tons)
France (3.1K tons)
Saudi Arabia (2.2K tons)
Netherlands (2.2K tons)
Italy (2.0K tons)
Belgium (1.7K tons)
Finland (1.5K tons)
Switzerland (1.2K tons)
United States (1.0K tons)

Non-Cellular Polyethylene Film Exports in Ireland

Non-cellular polyethylene film exports from Ireland totaled 26K tons in 2022, standing approx. at 2021 figures. The total export volume increased at an average annual rate of +1.1% over the period from 2019 to 2022; the trend pattern remained consistent, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations throughout the analyzed period. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 13%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum in 2022 and are likely to continue growth in years to come.

In value terms, non-cellular polyethylene film exports skyrocketed to $100M in 2022. Over the period under review, total exports indicated a prominent expansion from 2019 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +13.6% 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 +59.4% against 2020 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when exports increased by 37% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure in 2022 and are likely to continue growth in the near future.

Export of Non-Cellular Polyethylene Film in Ireland (Million USD)
COUNTRY	2019	2020	2021	2022	CAGR, 2019-2022
Belgium	36.0	34.6	43.2	47.3	9.5%
United Kingdom	17.8	14.5	31.3	39.2	30.1%
Canada	0.1	0.1	0.2	2.3	184.4%
Others	14.0	13.2	10.7	10.7	-8.6%
Total	67.9	62.4	85.2	99.5	13.6%

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

United Kingdom (12.1K tons)
Belgium (12.0K tons)
Canada (0.8K tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

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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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Ireland

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17. Market Size And Growth
18. Per Capita Consumption
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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