In 2023, Italy led the European production of ABS copolymers in primary forms, accounting for 55.11% of the market. Spain and Germany followed with 18.14% and 16.51% respectively. Other countries like the UK, Czech Republic, Portugal, and Hungary collectively contributed less than 1% each. Notably, Hungary experienced a complete halting of production, while Italy showed a positive growth of 8.22% year-on-year. Conversely, significant declines were observed in Germany and Portugal, at -13.98% and -21.47% respectively.
For 2024 and beyond, several trends are worth monitoring:
- Italy is expected to maintain a strong lead, potentially increasing its share with continued growth.
- Declining trends in Germany and Portugal may signal production shifts to other European countries or the impact of broader economic or environmental policies.
- Emergence of new producers or increased output from smaller producers given high demand in automotive and electronics industries.
- Significance of sustainability and recycling practices could influence production techniques and material composition, impacting geographical production shifts.
Top countries in Production of Acrylonitrile-Butadiene-Styrene (ABS) Copolymers in Primary Forms Share by Country (Kilograms)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 55.11 | 2023 | -43.31% | +8.22% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 18.14 | 2023 | +0.14% | -4.13% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 16.51 | 2023 | -18.26% | -13.98% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 0.66 | 2023 | -25.57% | View data | |
| 5 | 5 Czech Republic | 0.41 | 2023 | +10.97% | +13% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Portugal | 0.39 | 2023 | +561.73% | -21.47% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Hungary | 0.39 | 2023 | +32.93% | View data | |
| 8 | 8 Sweden | 0.25 | 2023 | View data | ||
| 9 | 9 France | 0.12 | 2023 | View data | ||
| 10 | 10 Poland | 0.006 | 2023 | View data |
