| Product Code: ETC4724195 | Publication Date: Nov 2023 | Updated Date: Nov 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Shubham Deep | No. of Pages: 60 | No. of Figures: 30 | No. of Tables: 5 |
Despite a negative CAGR from 2020 to 2024, Finland`s propylene import shipments saw a significant growth rate of 11.27% in 2024. The market remained highly concentrated, with top exporting countries being South Africa, Spain, Germany, UK, and Sweden. This concentration indicates strong trade relationships and potential challenges for market diversification. The increase in shipments from these key countries may signify a growing demand for propylene in Finland, highlighting opportunities for market expansion and strategic partnerships in the industry.

The propylene market in Finland is growing as propylene is a key raw material used in the production of polypropylene and other chemicals, which are crucial for the manufacturing of plastics, textiles, and automotive components. As the demand for plastic products and synthetic materials rises, particularly in packaging and automotive industries, propylene continues to play a central role in the Finnish chemical industry. The market is also influenced by the increasing adoption of propylene derivatives in various industrial and consumer applications.
The propylene market in Finland is growing due to its widespread use in the production of chemicals, plastics, and synthetic fibers. Propylene is an essential raw material for products like polypropylene and acrylonitrile, both of which are in high demand across various industries such as automotive, packaging, and textiles. The increasing need for polymers in the manufacturing sector and innovations in propylene production technologies are key drivers of market growth.
The Propylene market in Finland is influenced by the fluctuating prices of petroleum, as propylene is a byproduct of crude oil refining. Additionally, there is increasing competition from alternative materials in the plastic, automotive, and chemical industries, which reduces demand. The market also faces pressure to adhere to stricter environmental regulations, which complicates the production and application of propylene.
Government policies in Finland that promote energy efficiency, sustainability, and environmental protection influence the propylene market. Propylene is a key raw material in the production of plastics, chemicals, and synthetic fibers, and Finland`s regulatory environment supports the development of more sustainable production processes in the chemical industry. The governments focus on reducing greenhouse gas emissions and increasing the use of renewable energy in manufacturing drives the demand for propylene as part of Finlands broader efforts to transition to a more sustainable, circular economy. Policies promoting innovation in chemical processing and material efficiency contribute to the growth of the propylene market.
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 Finland Propylene Market Overview |
3.1 Finland Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Finland Propylene Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Finland Propylene Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Finland Propylene Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Finland Propylene Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Derivatives, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Finland Propylene Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Industrial Verticals, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 Finland Propylene Market Revenues & Volume Share Segmentations, 2021 & 2031F |
3.8 Finland Propylene Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
3.9 Finland Propylene Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Production process Technology, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Finland Propylene Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Growth in end-use industries such as automotive, construction, and packaging that drive demand for propylene products. |
4.2.2 Increasing focus on sustainable and bio-based propylene production methods in line with environmental regulations. |
4.2.3 Rising investments in research and development for propylene derivatives and applications. |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Fluctuating raw material prices, such as crude oil and natural gas, impacting the cost of propylene production. |
4.3.2 Competition from imported propylene products affecting the market share of domestic producers. |
4.3.3 Economic uncertainties and geopolitical factors influencing overall market stability. |
5 Finland Propylene Market Trends |
6 Finland Propylene Market Segmentations |
6.1 Finland Propylene Market, By Derivatives |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Finland Propylene Market Revenues & Volume, By Polypropylene, 2021-2031F |
6.1.3 Finland Propylene Market Revenues & Volume, By Propylene oxide, 2021-2031F |
6.1.4 Finland Propylene Market Revenues & Volume, By Cumene, 2021-2031F |
6.1.5 Finland Propylene Market Revenues & Volume, By Acrylonitrile, 2021-2031F |
6.1.6 Finland Propylene Market Revenues & Volume, By Acrylic acid & Acrylates, 2021-2031F |
6.1.7 Finland Propylene Market Revenues & Volume, By Alcohols, 2021-2031F |
6.2 Finland Propylene Market, By Industrial Verticals |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Finland Propylene Market Revenues & Volume, By Automotive, 2021-2031F |
6.2.3 Finland Propylene Market Revenues & Volume, By Construction, 2021-2031F |
6.2.4 Finland Propylene Market Revenues & Volume, By Packaging, 2021-2031F |
6.2.5 Finland Propylene Market Revenues & Volume, By Textile, 2021-2031F |
6.2.6 Finland Propylene Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021-2031F |
6.3 Finland Propylene Market Segmentations |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 Finland Propylene Market Revenues & Volume, By Purity 99%, 2021-2031F |
6.3.3 Finland Propylene Market Revenues & Volume, By Purity 99.5%, 2021-2031F |
6.3.4 Finland Propylene Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021-2031F |
6.4 Finland Propylene Market, By Application |
6.4.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.4.2 Finland Propylene Market Revenues & Volume, By Organic Chemical Raw Materials, 2021-2031F |
6.4.3 Finland Propylene Market Revenues & Volume, By Synthetic Resins, 2021-2031F |
6.4.4 Finland Propylene Market Revenues & Volume, By Fine Chemicals, 2021-2031F |
6.4.5 Finland Propylene Market Revenues & Volume, By Other, 2021-2031F |
6.5 Finland Propylene Market, By Production process Technology |
6.5.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.5.2 Finland Propylene Market Revenues & Volume, By Steam Cracking, 2021-2031F |
6.5.3 Finland Propylene Market Revenues & Volume, By Refinery, 2021-2031F |
6.5.4 Finland Propylene Market Revenues & Volume, By On- Purpose, 2021-2031F |
7 Finland Propylene Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Finland Propylene Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Finland Propylene Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Finland Propylene Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Propylene production capacity utilization rate. |
8.2 Adoption rate of sustainable propylene production technologies. |
8.3 Number of patents filed for new propylene derivatives and applications. |
8.4 Propylene trade balance (export/import ratio). |
8.5 Investment flow into propylene-related projects and infrastructure. |
9 Finland Propylene Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Finland Propylene Market Opportunity Assessment, By Derivatives, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Finland Propylene Market Opportunity Assessment, By Industrial Verticals, 2021 & 2031F |
9.3 Finland Propylene Market Opportunity Assessment Segmentations, 2021 & 2031F |
9.4 Finland Propylene Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
9.5 Finland Propylene Market Opportunity Assessment, By Production process Technology, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Finland Propylene Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Finland Propylene Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Finland Propylene Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations | 13 Disclaimer |