| Product Code: ETC5372449 | Publication Date: Nov 2023 | Updated Date: Nov 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Bhawna Singh | No. of Pages: 60 | No. of Figures: 30 | No. of Tables: 5 |
In 2024, Ireland continued to see a steady influx of plastics materials and resins imports, with the USA, UK, Belgium, Germany, and the Netherlands emerging as the top exporting countries. Despite the presence of key players, the market maintained low concentration as indicated by the Herfindahl-Hirschman Index (HHI). The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2020 to 2024 stood at 1.09%, reflecting sustained expansion. However, there was a slight decline in growth rate from 2023 to 2024 at -4.84%, suggesting potential market fluctuations. Overall, Ireland`s plastics import sector is characterized by diverse sources and moderate growth trends.

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 Plastics Materials and Resins Market Overview |
3.1 Ireland Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Ireland Plastics Materials and Resins Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Ireland Plastics Materials and Resins Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Ireland Plastics Materials and Resins Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Ireland Plastics Materials and Resins Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Ireland Plastics Materials and Resins Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Applications, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Ireland Plastics Materials and Resins Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing demand for lightweight and durable materials in various industries such as automotive, packaging, and construction. |
4.2.2 Growing focus on sustainability and recyclability leading to the adoption of bio-based and recycled plastics. |
4.2.3 Technological advancements in plastic materials and resins manufacturing processes, leading to the development of innovative products. |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Fluctuating prices of raw materials such as oil and natural gas impacting the overall production costs. |
4.3.2 Stringent regulations and policies related to plastic waste management and environmental concerns. |
4.3.3 Competition from alternative materials like glass, metal, and paper affecting the market share of plastics materials and resins. |
5 Ireland Plastics Materials and Resins Market Trends |
6 Ireland Plastics Materials and Resins Market Segmentations |
6.1 Ireland Plastics Materials and Resins Market, By Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Ireland Plastics Materials and Resins Market Revenues & Volume, By Polypropylene (PP), 2021-2031F |
6.1.3 Ireland Plastics Materials and Resins Market Revenues & Volume, By High-density polyethylene (PE-HD), 2021-2031F |
6.1.4 Ireland Plastics Materials and Resins Market Revenues & Volume, By Polyvinyl chloride (PVC), 2021-2031F |
6.1.5 Ireland Plastics Materials and Resins Market Revenues & Volume, By Polyethylene terephthalate (PET), 2021-2031F |
6.2 Ireland Plastics Materials and Resins Market, By Applications |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Ireland Plastics Materials and Resins Market Revenues & Volume, By Chemical Industry, 2021-2031F |
6.2.3 Ireland Plastics Materials and Resins Market Revenues & Volume, By Coating & Printing Industry, 2021-2031F |
6.2.4 Ireland Plastics Materials and Resins Market Revenues & Volume, By Electronics Industry, 2021-2031F |
6.2.5 Ireland Plastics Materials and Resins Market Revenues & Volume, By Food & Pharmaceutical Industry, 2021-2031F |
6.2.6 Ireland Plastics Materials and Resins Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021-2031F |
7 Ireland Plastics Materials and Resins Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Ireland Plastics Materials and Resins Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Ireland Plastics Materials and Resins Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Ireland Plastics Materials and Resins Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Recycling rate of plastics materials and resins in Ireland. |
8.2 Adoption rate of bio-based plastics in various industries. |
8.3 Innovation index measuring the introduction of new and sustainable plastic products in the market. |
9 Ireland Plastics Materials and Resins Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Ireland Plastics Materials and Resins Market Opportunity Assessment, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Ireland Plastics Materials and Resins Market Opportunity Assessment, By Applications, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Ireland Plastics Materials and Resins Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Ireland Plastics Materials and Resins Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Ireland Plastics Materials and Resins Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations | 13 Disclaimer |
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