Ireland - Plastic Boxes, Cases, Crates And Similar Packing Articles - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Plastic Box Price in Ireland - 2023

Contents:

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

Plastic Box Price in Ireland (CIF) - 2022

In 2022, the average plastic box import price amounted to $4,288 per ton, shrinking by -5.6% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, posted pronounced growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 when the average import price increased by 67% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $4,540 per ton in 2021, and then fell in the following year.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the United States ($30,198 per ton), while the price for Italy ($2,638 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the Netherlands (+9.8%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Plastic Box Price in Ireland (FOB) - 2023

In July 2023, the average plastic box export price amounted to $5,408 per ton, picking up by 7.2% against the previous month. In general, the export price showed slight growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in March 2023 an increase of 803% m-o-m. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $45,647 per ton. From April 2023 to July 2023, the the average export prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major overseas markets. In July 2023, the country with the highest price was the United States ($18,502 per ton), while the average price for exports to Portugal ($2,651 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From July 2022 to July 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to the Netherlands (+3.1%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Plastic Box Imports in Ireland

In 2022, imports of plastic boxes, cases, crates and similar packing articles into Ireland fell slightly to 22K tons, approximately reflecting 2021. In general, imports faced a abrupt curtailment.

In value terms, plastic box imports shrank to $93M in 2022. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of +4.4% from 2019 to 2022; however, the trend pattern remained consistent, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations being observed throughout the analyzed period. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when imports increased by 21% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of $100M, and then reduced in the following year.

Import of Plastic Box in Ireland (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
United Kingdom39.039.034.337.2-1.6%
United States8.38.29.413.016.1%
Germany6.68.17.99.211.7%
France3.75.26.96.420.0%
Belgium2.43.45.34.624.2%
China2.82.512.94.315.4%
Netherlands6.13.04.63.8-14.6%
Turkey0.80.82.52.648.1%
Denmark2.91.72.62.0-11.6%
Italy1.41.31.21.88.7%
Israel0.81.21.01.317.6%
Others7.18.411.16.9-0.9%
Total82.082.899.893.24.4%

Top Suppliers of Plastic Box to Ireland in 2022:

  1. United Kingdom (11.3K tons)
  2. Germany (2.5K tons)
  3. France (1.6K tons)
  4. Belgium (1.6K tons)
  5. Netherlands (0.7K tons)
  6. Italy (0.7K tons)
  7. China (0.7K tons)
  8. Turkey (0.6K tons)
  9. United States (0.4K tons)
  10. Israel (0.3K tons)
  11. Denmark (0.1K tons)

Plastic Box Exports in Ireland

In 2022, shipments abroad of plastic boxes, cases, crates and similar packing articles decreased by -16.4% to 12K tons, falling for the second year in a row after two years of growth. Over the period under review, total exports indicated a buoyant increase from 2019 to 2022: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +13.9% over the last three-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, exports decreased by -18.5% against 2020 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when exports increased by 81% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of 14K tons. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, plastic box exports declined slightly to $57M in 2022. In general, total exports indicated a significant increase from 2019 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +22.2% 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 +82.3% against 2019 indices. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 63% against the previous year.

Export of Plastic Box in Ireland (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
United Kingdom19.032.338.435.923.6%
United States4.26.37.87.923.4%
Sweden1.41.93.52.521.3%
Netherlands2.42.12.22.40.0%
TurkeyN/AN/A0.32.0566.7%
Others4.38.57.86.414.2%
Total31.351.160.057.122.2%

Top Export Markets for Plastic Box from Ireland in 2022:

  1. United Kingdom (9.4K tons)
  2. Sweden (0.6K tons)
  3. Netherlands (0.5K tons)
  4. Turkey (0.3K tons)
  5. United States (0.2K tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the plastic box market in Ireland. 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 22221300 - Plastic boxes, cases, crates and similar articles for the conveyance or packing of goods

Country coverage:

Data coverage:

  • Market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Trade (exports and imports) in Ireland
  • 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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    1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
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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
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    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
    2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
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    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. 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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