| Product Code: ETC5737914 | Publication Date: Nov 2023 | Updated Date: Apr 2026 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Sumit Sagar | No. of Pages: 60 | No. of Figures: 30 | No. of Tables: 5 |

The Ireland Petroleum Resins Market experienced significant growth from 2020 to 2022, with the market size soaring from €61.57 million in 2020 to a peak of €113.74 million in 2022, reflecting a remarkable CAGR of 42.96% during this period. However, the market exhibited a decline in 2023, contracting to €123.05 million, and is projected to continue this downward trend with forecasted values decreasing to €50.96 million by 2030, demonstrating a CAGR of -9.04% from 2025 to 2030. This decline is attributed to factors such as increased regulatory pressures, shifts towards sustainable materials, and fluctuating oil prices impacting demand for petroleum resins. While the future outlook appears challenging, ongoing developments in alternative materials and technology advancements may reshape the landscape. Stakeholders should closely monitor these macro drivers to navigate the evolving market dynamics effectively.

Between 2019 and 2025, Ireland's Petroleum Resins Market experienced notable fluctuations in both exports and imports. Export values started at €1.8 million in 2019, dropped to €1.42 million in 2020, then surged to €10.93 million in 2022, peaking at €19.42 million in 2025. On the other hand, imports began at €47.67 million in 2019, rose to €78.36 million in 2021, and then decreased to €59.33 million in 2025. The significant increase in exports can be attributed to the growing demand for petroleum resins in various industries such as adhesives, coatings, and printing inks. The fluctuations in imports may be influenced by changes in global oil prices and fluctuations in foreign exchange rates impacting the cost of imports. To sustain export growth, Irish companies may focus on product innovation and expanding into new international markets.
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 Ireland Petroleum Resins Market Overview |
3.1 Ireland Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Ireland Petroleum Resins Market Revenues & Volume, 2022 & 2032F |
3.3 Ireland Petroleum Resins Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Ireland Petroleum Resins Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Ireland Petroleum Resins Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Type, 2022 & 2032F |
3.6 Ireland Petroleum Resins Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application, 2022 & 2032F |
3.7 Ireland Petroleum Resins Market Revenues & Volume Share, By End Use Industry, 2022 & 2032F |
4 Ireland Petroleum Resins Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing demand for adhesives and sealants in various industries driving the growth of the Ireland petroleum resins market. |
4.2.2 Growth in the construction industry leading to higher consumption of petroleum resins for applications like waterproofing and roofing. |
4.2.3 Rising emphasis on packaging solutions in the food and beverage sector boosting the demand for petroleum resins in Ireland. |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Fluctuating prices of raw materials impacting the production costs of petroleum resins. |
4.3.2 Stringent environmental regulations regarding the use of petroleum-based products affecting market growth in Ireland. |
5 Ireland Petroleum Resins Market Trends |
6 Ireland Petroleum Resins Market Segmentations |
6.1 Ireland Petroleum Resins Market, By Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Ireland Petroleum Resins Market Revenues & Volume, By C5, 2022 - 2032F |
6.1.3 Ireland Petroleum Resins Market Revenues & Volume, By C9, 2022 - 2032F |
6.1.4 Ireland Petroleum Resins Market Revenues & Volume, By Hydrogenated Hydrocarbon Resins , 2022 - 2032F |
6.1.5 Ireland Petroleum Resins Market Revenues & Volume, By C5/C9 Resins, 2022 - 2032F |
6.2 Ireland Petroleum Resins Market, By Application |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Ireland Petroleum Resins Market Revenues & Volume, By Adhesive & Sealants, 2022 - 2032F |
6.2.3 Ireland Petroleum Resins Market Revenues & Volume, By Printing Inks, 2022 - 2032F |
6.2.4 Ireland Petroleum Resins Market Revenues & Volume, By Paints & Coatings, 2022 - 2032F |
6.3 Ireland Petroleum Resins Market, By End Use Industry |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 Ireland Petroleum Resins Market Revenues & Volume, By Building & Construction, 2022 - 2032F |
6.3.3 Ireland Petroleum Resins Market Revenues & Volume, By Tire, 2022 - 2032F |
7 Ireland Petroleum Resins Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Ireland Petroleum Resins Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Ireland Petroleum Resins Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Ireland Petroleum Resins Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Research and development investment in sustainable alternatives to petroleum resins. |
8.2 Adoption rate of petroleum resin-based products in emerging applications. |
8.3 Percentage of market players using recycled or bio-based materials in their petroleum resin products. |
9 Ireland Petroleum Resins Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Ireland Petroleum Resins Market Opportunity Assessment, By Type, 2022 & 2032F |
9.2 Ireland Petroleum Resins Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2022 & 2032F |
9.3 Ireland Petroleum Resins Market Opportunity Assessment, By End Use Industry, 2022 & 2032F |
10 Ireland Petroleum Resins Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Ireland Petroleum Resins Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2025 |
10.2 Ireland Petroleum Resins Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations | 13 Disclaimer |
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