The European sold production of polyethylene terephthalate plates, sheets, film, foil, strip under 0.35 mm in thickness is currently dominated by Italy, accounting for approximately 27.5% of production. Germany, Poland, and France follow, with shares of 18.19%, 16.11%, and 14.11%, respectively. The UK, Spain, and Lithuania also contribute to the market in descending order. Notably, Hungary, Belgium, and others have smaller shares. In 2023, notable growth was seen in Spain and smaller markets like Denmark and Finland, while France and the UK faced slight declines.
Future trends to watch include technological advancements in production processes, increased environmental regulations influencing material choice, and rising demand in sectors such as packaging and automotive. These factors could shift production shares, particularly benefiting countries with more innovative or sustainable practices. Monitoring evolving EU regulations on plastics will also be crucial, as will the potential impact of post-Brexit trade dynamics on UK's production share.
Top countries in Sold Production of Plates, Sheets, Film, Foil, Strip of Polyethylene Terephthalate of a Thickness Less than 0,35 mm Share by Country (Kilograms)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 27.5 | 2023 | +7.79% | +0.4% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 18.19 | 2023 | +3.13% | +4.08% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 16.11 | 2023 | +3.53% | +4.15% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 14.11 | 2023 | +3.15% | -0.14% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 12.77 | 2023 | +0.39% | -0.043% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 5 | 2023 | +20.31% | +11.06% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Lithuania | 3.34 | 2023 | +4.6% | +4.06% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Hungary | 2.65 | 2023 | +4.72% | +7.01% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Belgium | 1.11 | 2021 | +9.03% | View data | |
| 10 | 10 Croatia | 0.78 | 2023 | +0.014% | -4.02% | View data |
