China dominates the global total internal R&D personnel in the manufacture of rubber and plastic products, accounting for 71.69% of the share as of 2023. Japan follows with 8.35%, and other notable contributors include South Korea (4.58%) and Germany (4.19%). China's share grew significantly by 11.33% over the last year, while Japan and other countries like Spain, Hungary, and Lithuania experienced decreases. Slovakia showed robust growth with a 10.23% increase. Over the past five years, global dynamics reflect China's rapid ascendancy and a shift in R&D human resources within this sector.
Looking forward, China's increasing dominance is expected to continue as it invests heavily in both quantity and quality of R&D personnel. Emerging trends may see South Korea and Italy building a more substantial presence, driven by technological advancements and strategic investments. The landscape could change with technological shifts and policy re-alignments, leading to potential growth in countries currently holding smaller shares.
Top countries in Total Internal R&D Personnel in Manufacture of Rubber and Plastic Products Share by Country (Units (Full-Time Equivalent))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 China | 71.69 | 2023 | +9.22% | +11.33% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Japan | 8.35 | 2023 | +0.65% | -1.86% | View data |
| 3 | 3 South Korea | 4.58 | 2023 | +5.45% | +6.44% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Germany | 4.19 | 2023 | +0.96% | +0.69% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 2.8 | 2023 | +3.47% | +2.75% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Taiwan | 1.35 | 2023 | +3.43% | +3.4% | View data |
| 7 | 7 United Kingdom | 1.18 | 2023 | +2.53% | +0.79% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Canada | 0.8 | 2023 | -1.14% | -0.95% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Poland | 0.68 | 2023 | +4.74% | +3.62% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Spain | 0.57 | 2023 | -0.27% | -1.71% | View data |
