In 2023, the United States led the sector with 25.08 thousand employees, closely followed by Japan with 20.31 thousand. The sector in Germany also maintained a significant workforce presence at 14.34 thousand, with South Korea and Poland each witnessing notable increases, reflecting annual growth over 1%. Conversely, countries like Italy, United Kingdom, and Spain experienced declines, with reductions exceeding 1% year-on-year. Meanwhile, countries such as Ireland and Estonia saw growth over 1%, highlighting dynamic shifts in employment trends.
Future trends indicate that automation and technological advancements will continue shaping workforce requirements, with emerging markets potentially altering the global distribution of workforce sizes. Sustainable practices and innovations in green chemistry are also expected to drive employment changes, as countries adapt to environmental regulations and industry demands.
Top countries in Number of Employees in Chemical, Rubber, Plastics, Fuel Products and Other Non-metallic Mineral Products Share by Country (Thousand Units (Persons))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United States | 25.08 | 2023 | +0.095% | +0.15% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Japan | 20.31 | 2023 | +0.65% | +0.77% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 14.34 | 2023 | +0.33% | +0.32% | View data |
| 4 | 4 South Korea | 7.83 | 2023 | +0.98% | +1.1% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 7.58 | 2023 | +1.68% | +1.51% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Italy | 5.69 | 2023 | -1.12% | -1.07% | View data |
| 7 | 7 United Kingdom | 4.35 | 2023 | -1.04% | -1.36% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Spain | 3.6 | 2023 | -1.27% | -1.59% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Belgium | 1.5 | 2023 | 0% | +0.048% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Hungary | 1.43 | 2023 | -0.26% | +0.014% | View data |
