Key Market Indicators
French exports of polyurethane are projected to reach 64.5 million kilograms in 2026, up 1.4% per year from 2021's 58.6 million kilograms. This marks a 0.1% increase since 1999. In 2021, France ranked 10th worldwide, overtaken by Belgium. China, Italy, and the United States ranked first, second, and third in the same year. French imports of polyurethane are estimated to reach 60.3 million kilograms in 2026, up 0.8% annually from 2021's 56.8 million kilograms. This marks an increase of 1.9% since 1999. In 2021, France ranked 9th globally, overtaken by Mexico. India, Germany, and Iran were the top three importers in the same year.