China - Carboys, Bottles And Similar Articles Of Plastics - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Plastic Bottle Price in China - 2023

Contents:

  1. Plastic Bottle Price in China (FOB) - 2023
  2. Plastic Bottle Price in China (CIF) - 2022
  3. Plastic Bottle Exports in China
  4. Plastic Bottle Imports in China

Plastic Bottle Price in China (FOB) - 2023

In June 2023, the average plastic bottle export price amounted to $8,191 per ton, increasing by 7.7% against the previous month. In general, the export price, however, continues to indicate a slight decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in December 2022 an increase of 15% m-o-m. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $10,971 per ton. From January 2023 to June 2023, the the average export prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major overseas markets. In June 2023, the country with the highest price was Malaysia ($27,230 per ton), while the average price for exports to Myanmar ($1,448 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From June 2022 to June 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Malaysia (+3.9%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Plastic Bottle Price in China (CIF) - 2022

The average plastic bottle import price stood at $12,893 per ton in 2022, jumping by 22% against the previous year. Overall, import price indicated modest growth from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of +1.5% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 an increase of 80%. The import price peaked in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the United States ($20,182 per ton), while the price for the United Arab Emirates ($4,579 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 Arab Emirates (+20.6%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Plastic Bottle Exports in China

In 2022, overseas shipments of carboys, bottles and similar articles of plastics decreased by -5.1% to 271K tons, falling for the second year in a row after two years of growth. The total export volume increased at an average annual rate of +4.2% over the period from 2019 to 2022; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with only minor fluctuations being observed throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 when exports increased by 27%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of 305K tons. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, plastic bottle exports rose rapidly to $2.5B in 2022. Over the period under review, total exports indicated resilient growth from 2019 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +19.6% 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 +71.1% against 2019 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 64%. The exports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

Export of Plastic Bottle in China (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
United States38558557758414.9%
Japan11418617016412.9%
Malaysia40.890.411214552.6%
Australia54.989.781.813334.3%
Singapore28.111032.412966.2%
Thailand41.813792.211038.1%
South Korea37.176.890.992.935.8%
Indonesia29.256.672.886.643.7%
Vietnam41.588.785.765.916.7%
Philippines31.745.549.465.627.4%
France41.337.256.864.716.1%
Canada55.010667.761.03.5%
United Kingdom53.180.476.657.72.8%
Others48065762769413.1%
Total1,4342,3472,1922,45319.6%

Top Export Markets for Plastic Bottle from China in 2022:

  1. United States (63.7K tons)
  2. Japan (16.6K tons)
  3. Thailand (12.2K tons)
  4. Singapore (11.2K tons)
  5. Philippines (10.8K tons)
  6. Australia (9.1K tons)
  7. Malaysia (9.1K tons)
  8. Indonesia (8.5K tons)
  9. South Korea (7.7K tons)
  10. Vietnam (7.6K tons)
  11. Canada (5.9K tons)
  12. United Kingdom (5.6K tons)
  13. France (5.0K tons)

Plastic Bottle Imports in China

Plastic bottle imports into China plummeted to 6.4K tons in 2022, waning by -19.7% on 2021 figures. Overall, imports showed a abrupt setback. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 with an increase of 3.4% against the previous year.

In value terms, plastic bottle imports shrank slightly to $82M in 2022. In general, imports recorded a noticeable descent. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 3.2%.

Import of Plastic Bottle in China (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
South Korea21.619.517.121.90.5%
United States14.915.216.719.28.8%
Japan14.611.912.610.3-11.0%
Germany9.05.45.84.9-18.3%
France5.34.13.83.5-12.9%
United Kingdom2.42.53.63.18.9%
Thailand1.42.52.22.927.5%
India2.92.71.81.8-14.7%
United Arab Emirates3.3N/AN/AN/A0%
Taiwan (Chinese)7.8N/AN/AN/A0%
Others9.717.420.214.714.9%
Total92.781.283.882.4-3.9%

Top Suppliers of Plastic Bottle to China in 2022:

  1. South Korea (1290.8 tons)
  2. United States (950.5 tons)
  3. Japan (547.4 tons)
  4. Germany (523.2 tons)
  5. India (377.6 tons)
  6. Thailand (332.0 tons)
  7. United Kingdom (249.2 tons)
  8. France (129.4 tons)
  9. United Arab Emirates (6.6 tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the plastic bottle market in China. 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 22221450 - Plastic carboys, bottles, flasks and similar articles for the conveyance or packing of goods, of a capacity . 2 litres
  • Prodcom 22221470 - Plastic carboys, bottles, flasks and similar articles for the conveyance or packing of goods, of a capacity > 2 litres

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Data coverage:

  • Market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Trade (exports and imports) in China
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

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  1. 1. INTRODUCTION

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  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. MARKET STRUCTURE
    3. TRADE BALANCE
    4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
    5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
  4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

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    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

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    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
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    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

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    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
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    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
  7. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Import Supplying Countries

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Destinations for Exports

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

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  11. 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
  12. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    2. Market Value, 2012–2023
    3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
    4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
    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
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