The Polish polycarbonate market showcased a notable mix of growth and decline from 2012 to 2022. The market experienced an initial surge from 2012 where the volume stood at 44.812 million kilograms, reaching its peak in 2016 with 54.742 million kilograms due to a 7.6% year-on-year growth. However, post-2016, the market observed a declining trend with a significant drop of 11.91% in 2017. The polycarbonate market continued to fluctuate, reaching 43.421 million kilograms in 2022. Over the last five years, the CAGR was -2.07%, highlighting a recent period of contraction despite minor growth in isolated years.
Future trends to watch for:
- Sustainability initiatives pushing for biodegradable or alternative materials might impact polycarbonate demand.
- Technological advancements and innovations in polycarbonate applications could re-stimulate market growth.
- Global economic conditions and supply chain disruptions may further influence the market trends.
| # | 9 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 146,420,000 | 2023 | +1.64% | +1.61% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 80,156,000 | 2023 | +1.34% | +0.22% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Czech Republic | 69,621,000 | 2023 | +2.43% | +0.26% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 44,210,000 | 2023 | -0.077% | -3.07% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 43,285,000 | 2023 | -0.3% | -2.95% | |
| 6 | 6 Slovakia | 29,042,000 | 2023 | -2.51% | -2.56% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Sweden | 21,371,000 | 2023 | +2.35% | +1.73% | View data |