Product Code: ETC129063 | Publication Date: Jul 2023 | Updated Date: Aug 2025 | Product Type: Report | |
Publisher: 6Wresearch | No. of Pages: 70 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 5 | |
The Saudi Arabia Polystyrene Market is projected to witness mixed growth rate patterns during 2025 to 2029. Growth accelerates to 10.87% in 2028, following an initial rate of 7.47%, before easing to 10.27% at the end of the period.
Polystyrene is a versatile synthetic polymer used in a wide range of applications, including packaging, construction, automotive, electronics, and consumer goods. In Saudi Arabia, the demand for polystyrene is primarily driven by its applications in the packaging and construction industries.
Growing construction and infrastructure development: Saudi Arabia has been witnessing significant growth in its construction and infrastructure sectors. Polystyrene is used in insulation, lightweight concrete, and various construction materials, which boosts its demand. Expanding packaging industry: The increasing consumption of packaged goods in Saudi Arabia has led to a rise in the demand for polystyrene packaging materials. Economic diversification and industrialization: As part of its Vision 2031 initiative, Saudi Arabia has been working on diversifying its economy and encouraging industrialization. This drive has stimulated the demand for polystyrene in various industrial applications.
Environmental concerns: Polystyrene is not biodegradable and can have a significant impact on the environment, particularly if not properly disposed of or recycled. Fluctuating raw material prices: Polystyrene production heavily relies on petrochemical feedstocks, making it susceptible to price fluctuations in the oil and gas industry.
The Covid-19 pandemic has affected various industries globally, and the polystyrene market in Saudi Arabia was no exception. The pandemic`s economic repercussions, such as lockdowns and disruptions in supply chains, impacted production and demand for polystyrene in the country. However, the extent of the impact and recovery would depend on the severity and duration of the pandemic`s effects on the economy.
Some of the key players in the Saudi Arabia polystyrene market included: SABIC (Saudi Basic Industries Corporation): SABIC is one of the largest petrochemical manufacturers globally and is involved in the production of various polymers, including polystyrene. Tasnee (National Industrialization Company): Tasnee is another prominent petrochemical company in Saudi Arabia, engaged in the production of various petrochemical products, including polystyrene.
Saudi Arabia Polystyrene |
1 Executive Summary |
2 Introduction |
2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.2 Report Description |
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3 Saudi Arabia Polystyrene Market Overview |
3.1 Saudi Arabia Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Saudi Arabia Polystyrene Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Saudi Arabia Polystyrene Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Saudi Arabia Polystyrene Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Saudi Arabia Polystyrene Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Resin Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Saudi Arabia Polystyrene Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Form Types, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 Saudi Arabia Polystyrene Market Revenues & Volume Share, By End-users, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Saudi Arabia Polystyrene Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Growing demand for packaging materials in various industries |
4.2.2 Increasing construction activities in Saudi Arabia |
4.2.3 Rise in disposable income leading to higher consumption of consumer goods |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Fluctuating prices of raw materials |
4.3.2 Stringent government regulations on the use of plastics |
4.3.3 Competition from alternative materials like biodegradable plastics |
5 Saudi Arabia Polystyrene Market Trends |
6 Saudi Arabia Polystyrene Market, By Types |
6.1 Saudi Arabia Polystyrene Market, By Resin Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Saudi Arabia Polystyrene Market Revenues & Volume, By Resin Type, 2021-2031F |
6.1.3 Saudi Arabia Polystyrene Market Revenues & Volume, By General Purpose Polystyrene (GPPS), 2021-2031F |
6.1.4 Saudi Arabia Polystyrene Market Revenues & Volume, By High Impact Polystyrene (HIPS), 2021-2031F |
6.1.5 Saudi Arabia Polystyrene Market Revenues & Volume, By Expandable Polystyrene (EPS), 2021-2031F |
6.2 Saudi Arabia Polystyrene Market, By Form Types |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Saudi Arabia Polystyrene Market Revenues & Volume, By Foams, 2021-2031F |
6.2.3 Saudi Arabia Polystyrene Market Revenues & Volume, By Films and Sheets, 2021-2031F |
6.2.4 Saudi Arabia Polystyrene Market Revenues & Volume, By Injection Molding, 2021-2031F |
6.2.5 Saudi Arabia Polystyrene Market Revenues & Volume, By Other Form Types, 2021-2031F |
6.3 Saudi Arabia Polystyrene Market, By End-users |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 Saudi Arabia Polystyrene Market Revenues & Volume, By Packaging, 2021-2031F |
6.3.3 Saudi Arabia Polystyrene Market Revenues & Volume, By Building and Construction, 2021-2031F |
6.3.4 Saudi Arabia Polystyrene Market Revenues & Volume, By Electrical and Electronics, 2021-2031F |
6.3.5 Saudi Arabia Polystyrene Market Revenues & Volume, By Consumer Goods, 2021-2031F |
6.3.6 Saudi Arabia Polystyrene Market Revenues & Volume, By Other, 2021-2031F |
7 Saudi Arabia Polystyrene Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Saudi Arabia Polystyrene Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Saudi Arabia Polystyrene Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Saudi Arabia Polystyrene Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Recycling rate of polystyrene in Saudi Arabia |
8.2 Adoption rate of sustainable packaging solutions by manufacturers |
8.3 Usage of polystyrene in innovative applications such as 3D printing |
8.4 Investment in research and development for new polystyrene products |
8.5 Consumer awareness and preference for polystyrene products |
9 Saudi Arabia Polystyrene Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Saudi Arabia Polystyrene Market Opportunity Assessment, By Resin Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Saudi Arabia Polystyrene Market Opportunity Assessment, By Form Types, 2021 & 2031F |
9.3 Saudi Arabia Polystyrene Market Opportunity Assessment, By End-users, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Saudi Arabia Polystyrene Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Saudi Arabia Polystyrene Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Saudi Arabia Polystyrene Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |