Key Market Indicators
UK supply of polyurethane is predicted to reach around 41 million kilograms by 2026, from 39 million kilograms in 2021 - a 0.5% increase year-on-year. Since 1998, British supply has grown by an average of 1.3% annually. In 2021, the UK placed 11th in global rankings, with France ahead at 39 million kilograms. China, Italy and the US were ranked 2nd, 3rd and 4th in this ranking. UK import of polyurethane is projected to reach around 49 million kilograms by 2026, from 45 million kilograms in 2021 - a 1.1% average increase year-on-year. Since 1998, British demand has declined by 0.6% annually. In 2021, the UK placed 14th in the global rankings, with Indonesia ahead at 45 million kilograms. India, Germany and Iran were 2nd, 3rd and 4th in the rankings.