In 2023, Germany led the global export of polyethylene waste with a slight increase of 0.077% year-on-year. The United States and Belgium showed notable growth of 1.36% and 1.76%, respectively. Spain exhibited the most significant positive change at 8.96%, while Japan faced a sharp decline of 10.67%. The rising trend in countries like Mexico and Saudi Arabia indicates an expanding market share, while traditional European exporters maintained their positions despite varying growths.
Future trends to watch include increasing export activities from emerging economies like Thailand, which showed a remarkable 33.62% increase, suggesting potential market shifts. Moreover, environmental regulations and recycling innovations may influence the dynamics of polyethylene waste exports globally. Focus on policy changes in major exporting countries could present new opportunities and challenges in this evolving market.
Top countries in Export of Polyethylene Waste or Scrap Share by Country (US Dollars)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 22.15 | 2023 | -0.93% | +0.077% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United States | 15.2 | 2023 | -1.64% | +1.36% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Belgium | 8.75 | 2023 | +1.45% | +1.76% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 6.99 | 2023 | -3.01% | +0.94% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 5.1 | 2023 | -0.51% | +1.1% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 4.8 | 2023 | -3.13% | -3.15% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Austria | 4.47 | 2023 | +4.67% | +0.95% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Japan | 3.23 | 2023 | -12.35% | -10.67% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Poland | 3.04 | 2023 | +3.24% | +3.88% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Mexico | 2.85 | 2023 | +1.46% | +4.92% | View data |
