Market Forecast By Type (PE, PP, PVC, PS, ABS, PET, PMMA), By End Use Industry (Packaging, Construction, Consumer Goods, Automotive, Electronics, Textiles, Medical & Pharmaceutical) And Competitive Landscape
| Product Code: ETC4506086 | Publication Date: Jul 2023 | Updated Date: Nov 2025 | Product Type: Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Ravi Bhandari | No. of Pages: 85 | No. of Figures: 45 | No. of Tables: 25 |
In the Thailand commodity plastics market, the import trend saw a notable decline from 2023 to 2024, with a growth rate of -37.28%. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) for imports over the period of 2020 to 2024 stood at -16.92%. This substantial decrease in import momentum can be attributed to shifts in demand dynamics or changes in trade policies impacting market stability.
| Report Name | Thailand Commodity Plastics Market |
| Forecast Period | 2025-2031 |
| CAGR | 5.2% |
| Growing Sector | The automotive and Pharmaceutical Sectors |
Thailand Commodity Plastics Market report thoroughly covers the market type and end-use industry. The market outlook report provides an unbiased and detailed analysis of the ongoing market trends, opportunities/high growth areas, and market drivers which would help the stakeholders to devise and align their market strategies according to the current and future market dynamics.
Thailand commodity plastics market is experiencing continued growth, supported by factors such as industrialization, rapid urbanization, and the expansion of end-use industries. The automotive industry is gaining momentum underpinned by the increasing demand for lightweight, fuel-efficient vehicles which use a significant number of plastic components.
According to 6Wresearch, the Thailand Commodity Plastics Market size is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 5.2% during the forecast period 2025-2031. Growing product demand across various sectors such as packaging, automotive, construction, and consumer goods. The substantial investments in construction activities and infrastructural development in Thailand have created a high demand for commodity plastics, especially polypropylene.
The widening of e-commerce is also boosting the Thailand Commodity Plastics Market growth. On the other hand, the market faces certain obstacles, including fluctuating raw material prices, high competition from other countries, and the environmental impact of plastics. Nevertheless, the growing shift towards the circular economy concept and the biodegradable polymers are gaining popularity, creating opportunities for market players. Additionally, the growing adoption of smart packaging technologies, including anti-counterfeiting measures and active packaging, is gaining significant traction in the market.
The Thai government has been supporting the growth of the Thailand Commodity Plastics industry. The Board of Investment (BOI) has introduced various tax incentives, which include exemption of import duties on machinery, corporate income tax exemption, and other benefits, to promote foreign investment. Additionally, the government has introduced the Thailand 4.0 initiative, aimed at encouraging high-tech industries, including the polymer industry, and the Bio-Circular-Green Economy model, which emphasizes sustainable production and consumption.
Thailand Commodity Plastics Market consists of various major players including Thai Plastic Industries, PetroPlast Corporation, and Bangkok Polymer Company. These companies are catering to their customers and fulfilling the demand for essential plastics across various industries, such as packaging, construction, and electronics, and continue to invest in cutting-edge technologies for enhanced production efficiency.
The future of the Thailand commodity plastics market is securing promising growth, with the industry expected to maintain steady growth for years to come. The market is anticipated to overcome various challenges, including the growing concern for environmental sustainability, climate change's impact, and uncertainties in global markets. Nonetheless, there is still potential for exponential growth, particularly with the advent of innovation in products, technologies, and materials.
According to Nitesh, Research Manager, 6Wresearch, the automotive medical and pharmaceutical sectors have been growing the fastest. These industries are projected to continue experiencing growth, driven by an increase in car production, electronic manufacturing and demand for healthcare products and services.
Based on the type, polyethylene (PE) is the only type that is currently securing considerable growth in the market with the rising demand across various sectors such as the packaging sector, particularly in the food and beverage sector.
The report offers a comprehensive study of the subsequent market segments:
| 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 Thailand Commodity Plastics Market Overview |
| 3.1 Thailand Country Macro Economic Indicators |
| 3.2 Thailand Commodity Plastics Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
| 3.3 Thailand Commodity Plastics Market - Industry Life Cycle |
| 3.4 Thailand Commodity Plastics Market - Porter's Five Forces |
| 3.5 Thailand Commodity Plastics Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
| 3.6 Thailand Commodity Plastics Market Revenues & Volume Share, By End Use Industry, 2021 & 2031F |
| 4 Thailand Commodity Plastics 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 government initiatives towards promoting the use of plastics for economic growth |
| 4.2.3 Technological advancements in plastic manufacturing processes |
| 4.3 Market Restraints |
| 4.3.1 Environmental concerns and increasing regulations on plastic use |
| 4.3.2 Volatility in raw material prices affecting production costs |
| 4.3.3 Shift towards sustainable and eco-friendly alternatives impacting the demand for commodity plastics |
| 5 Thailand Commodity Plastics Market Trends |
| 6 Thailand Commodity Plastics Market, By Types |
| 6.1 Thailand Commodity Plastics Market, By Type |
| 6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
| 6.1.2 Thailand Commodity Plastics Market Revenues & Volume, By Type, 2020 - 2031F |
| 6.1.3 Thailand Commodity Plastics Market Revenues & Volume, By PE, 2020 - 2031F |
| 6.1.4 Thailand Commodity Plastics Market Revenues & Volume, By PP, 2020 - 2031F |
| 6.1.5 Thailand Commodity Plastics Market Revenues & Volume, By PVC, 2020 - 2031F |
| 6.1.6 Thailand Commodity Plastics Market Revenues & Volume, By PS, 2020 - 2031F |
| 6.1.7 Thailand Commodity Plastics Market Revenues & Volume, By ABS, 2020 - 2031F |
| 6.1.8 Thailand Commodity Plastics Market Revenues & Volume, By PET, 2020 - 2031F |
| 6.2 Thailand Commodity Plastics Market, By End Use Industry |
| 6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
| 6.2.2 Thailand Commodity Plastics Market Revenues & Volume, By Packaging, 2020 - 2031F |
| 6.2.3 Thailand Commodity Plastics Market Revenues & Volume, By Construction, 2020 - 2031F |
| 6.2.4 Thailand Commodity Plastics Market Revenues & Volume, By Consumer Goods, 2020 - 2031F |
| 6.2.5 Thailand Commodity Plastics Market Revenues & Volume, By Automotive, 2020 - 2031F |
| 6.2.6 Thailand Commodity Plastics Market Revenues & Volume, By Electronics, 2020 - 2031F |
| 6.2.7 Thailand Commodity Plastics Market Revenues & Volume, By Textiles, 2020 - 2031F |
| 7 Thailand Commodity Plastics Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
| 7.1 Thailand Commodity Plastics Market Export to Major Countries |
| 7.2 Thailand Commodity Plastics Market Imports from Major Countries |
| 8 Thailand Commodity Plastics Market Key Performance Indicators |
| 8.1 Recycling rate of commodity plastics in Thailand |
| 8.2 Adoption rate of biodegradable additives in commodity plastics production |
| 8.3 Number of new product developments in the commodity plastics market based on customer preferences and industry trends |
| 9 Thailand Commodity Plastics Market - Opportunity Assessment |
| 9.1 Thailand Commodity Plastics Market Opportunity Assessment, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
| 9.2 Thailand Commodity Plastics Market Opportunity Assessment, By End Use Industry, 2021 & 2031F |
| 10 Thailand Commodity Plastics Market - Competitive Landscape |
| 10.1 Thailand Commodity Plastics Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
| 10.2 Thailand Commodity Plastics Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
| 11 Company Profiles |
| 12 Recommendations |
| 13 Disclaimer |