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Poland - Polyethylene in Primary Forms - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights

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Price for Polyethylene in Primary Forms in Poland - 2023

Price for Polyethylene in Primary Forms in Poland (CIF) - 2023

The average polyethylene in primary forms import price stood at $1,489 per ton in June 2023, which is down by -7% against the previous month. In general, the import price continues to indicate a pronounced setback. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in November 2022 when the average import price increased by 9.3% m-o-m. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the maximum at $1,978 per ton in June 2022; however, from July 2022 to June 2023, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In June 2023, the country with the highest price was Italy ($2,044 per ton), while the price for Saudi Arabia ($1,065 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From June 2022 to June 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Italy (-1.1%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

Price for Polyethylene in Primary Forms in Poland (FOB) - 2023

The average polyethylene in primary forms export price stood at $1,429 per ton in June 2023, with a decrease of -11% against the previous month. Overall, the export price saw a pronounced slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in April 2023 an increase of 6.8% m-o-m. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the peak figure at $1,838 per ton in June 2022; however, from July 2022 to June 2023, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Average prices varied somewhat for the major external markets. In June 2023, the countries with the highest prices were the UK ($1,808 per ton) and Sweden ($1,668 per ton), while the average price for exports to Spain ($1,248 per ton) and Austria ($1,279 per ton) were amongst the lowest.

From June 2022 to June 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to the UK (+2.2%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Imports of Polyethylene in Primary Forms in Poland

After three years of growth, overseas purchases of polyethylene in primary forms decreased by -6.6% to 1M tons in 2022. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of +3.5% from 2019 to 2022; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations throughout the analyzed period. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 10% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of 1.1M tons, and then declined in the following year.

In value terms, polyethylene in primary forms imports reduced slightly to $1.9B in 2022. Overall, total imports indicated resilient growth from 2019 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +16.3% 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 +66.8% against 2020 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 with an increase of 72%. As a result, imports reached the peak of $2B, and then shrank slightly in the following year.

Import of Polyethylene in Primary Forms in Poland (Million USD)
COUNTRY	2019	2020	CAGR, 2019-2020
Germany	259	246	-5.0%
Belgium	196	228	16.3%
Netherlands	190	169	-11.1%
Hungary	79.6	73.3	-7.9%
Austria	50.9	63.8	25.3%
France	56.6	45.5	-19.6%
United Kingdom	19.7	40.8	107.1%
Czech Republic	34.9	38.7	10.9%
Slovakia	34.1	34.6	1.5%
Italy	30.8	32.2	4.5%
Sweden	62.0	30.9	-50.2%
Saudi Arabia	39.2	20.6	-47.4%
United States	29.7	14.3	-51.9%
Others	123	97.9	-20.4%
Total	1,206	1,136	-5.8%

Top Suppliers of Polyethylene in Primary Forms to Poland in 2022:

Germany (204.4K tons)
Belgium (197.7K tons)
Netherlands (160.6K tons)
Hungary (68.2K tons)
Austria (55.4K tons)
United Kingdom (41.9K tons)
France (36.6K tons)
Czech Republic (34.5K tons)
Slovakia (32.0K tons)
Saudi Arabia (25.8K tons)
Sweden (21.2K tons)
Italy (19.7K tons)
United States (16.6K tons)

Exports of Polyethylene in Primary Forms in Poland

In 2022, after two years of decline, there was significant growth in overseas shipments of polyethylene in primary forms, when their volume increased by 21% to 311K tons. Overall, exports, however, continue to indicate a pronounced slump.

In value terms, polyethylene in primary forms exports soared to $529M in 2022. In general, total exports indicated a buoyant expansion from 2019 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +9.2% 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 +55.3% against 2020 indices. As a result, the exports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Export of Polyethylene in Primary Forms in Poland (Million USD)
COUNTRY	2019	2020	CAGR, 2019-2020
Germany	142	124	-12.7%
France	32.1	26.8	-16.5%
Italy	32.1	26.6	-17.1%
Czech Republic	31.6	23.7	-25.0%
Belgium	22.4	22.1	-1.3%
Netherlands	25.8	17.9	-30.6%
Lithuania	15.8	10.7	-32.3%
United Kingdom	6.6	9.3	40.9%
Spain	11.0	9.1	-17.3%
Russia	7.6	7.9	3.9%
Austria	8.7	7.4	-14.9%
China	14.8	6.8	-54.1%
Romania	4.4	5.4	22.7%
Others	50.8	42.8	-15.7%
Total	406	340	-16.3%

Top Export Markets for Polyethylene in Primary Forms from Poland in 2022:

Germany (122.7K tons)
Italy (24.7K tons)
France (23.6K tons)
Czech Republic (19.6K tons)
Belgium (18.9K tons)
Netherlands (17.1K tons)
China (12.4K tons)
Lithuania (10.2K tons)
Spain (8.7K tons)
United Kingdom (8.5K tons)
Russia (7.2K tons)
Austria (6.8K tons)
Romania (6.5K tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for polyethylene in primary forms in Poland. 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 20161035 - Linear polyethylene having a specific gravity < 0,94, in primary forms
Prodcom 20161039 - Polyethylene having a specific gravity < 0,94, in primary forms (excluding linear)
Prodcom 20161050 - Polyethylene having a specific gravity of . 0,94, in primary forms

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Poland

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Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Poland
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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A Quick Overview of Market Performance
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Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
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8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
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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

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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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
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