| Product Code: ETC5307279 | Publication Date: Nov 2023 | Updated Date: Nov 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Ravi Bhandari | No. of Pages: 60 | No. of Figures: 30 | No. of Tables: 5 |
In 2024, Ireland continued to import polyethylene bags mainly from the UK, Poland, USA, Netherlands, and China, showcasing a diverse sourcing strategy. Despite the presence of key players, the market remained fairly competitive with a low Herfindahl-Hirschman Index (HHI) concentration. The impressive Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 10.38% from 2020 to 2024 indicates a strong upward trajectory for the industry. Moreover, the growth rate of 2.23% in 2024 demonstrates a steady expansion in import volumes, reflecting a positive outlook for the polyethylene bags market in Ireland.

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 Polyethylene Bags Market Overview |
3.1 Ireland Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Ireland Polyethylene Bags Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Ireland Polyethylene Bags Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Ireland Polyethylene Bags Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Ireland Polyethylene Bags Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Material Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Ireland Polyethylene Bags Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Product Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 Ireland Polyethylene Bags Market Revenues & Volume Share, By End Use, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Ireland Polyethylene Bags Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing awareness towards environmental sustainability leading to a shift from single-use plastic bags to reusable polyethylene bags |
4.2.2 Growing retail sector in Ireland driving the demand for polyethylene bags for packaging and carrying goods |
4.2.3 Government regulations promoting the use of recyclable and biodegradable materials, including polyethylene bags |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Rising concerns regarding plastic pollution leading to potential bans or restrictions on polyethylene bags |
4.3.2 Fluctuating raw material prices impacting the production cost of polyethylene bags |
4.3.3 Competition from alternative packaging solutions such as paper bags or reusable cloth bags |
5 Ireland Polyethylene Bags Market Trends |
6 Ireland Polyethylene Bags Market Segmentations |
6.1 Ireland Polyethylene Bags Market, By Material Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Ireland Polyethylene Bags Market Revenues & Volume, By High Density Polyethylene, 2021-2031F |
6.1.3 Ireland Polyethylene Bags Market Revenues & Volume, By Low Density Polyethylene, 2021-2031F |
6.1.4 Ireland Polyethylene Bags Market Revenues & Volume, By Linear Low Density Polyethylene, 2021-2031F |
6.2 Ireland Polyethylene Bags Market, By Product Type |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Ireland Polyethylene Bags Market Revenues & Volume, By Lay Flat Bags, 2021-2031F |
6.2.3 Ireland Polyethylene Bags Market Revenues & Volume, By T Shirt Bags, 2021-2031F |
6.2.4 Ireland Polyethylene Bags Market Revenues & Volume, By Trash Bags, 2021-2031F |
6.2.5 Ireland Polyethylene Bags Market Revenues & Volume, By Rubble Sacks, 2021-2031F |
6.2.6 Ireland Polyethylene Bags Market Revenues & Volume, By Gusseted Bags, 2021-2031F |
6.2.7 Ireland Polyethylene Bags Market Revenues & Volume, By Woven Sacks, 2021-2031F |
6.3 Ireland Polyethylene Bags Market, By End Use |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 Ireland Polyethylene Bags Market Revenues & Volume, By Food Packaging, 2021-2031F |
6.3.3 Ireland Polyethylene Bags Market Revenues & Volume, By Chemical Packaging, 2021-2031F |
6.3.4 Ireland Polyethylene Bags Market Revenues & Volume, By Pharmaceutical Packaging, 2021-2031F |
6.3.5 Ireland Polyethylene Bags Market Revenues & Volume, By Retail Packaging, 2021-2031F |
6.3.6 Ireland Polyethylene Bags Market Revenues & Volume, By Industrial Packaging, 2021-2031F |
6.3.7 Ireland Polyethylene Bags Market Revenues & Volume, By Personal & Homecare Packaging, 2021-2031F |
7 Ireland Polyethylene Bags Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Ireland Polyethylene Bags Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Ireland Polyethylene Bags Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Ireland Polyethylene Bags Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Percentage increase in the adoption of reusable polyethylene bags compared to single-use plastic bags |
8.2 Recycling rate of polyethylene bags in Ireland |
8.3 Number of retail establishments switching to eco-friendly polyethylene bags |
8.4 Customer satisfaction levels with the quality and durability of polyethylene bags |
8.5 Innovation rate in developing biodegradable polyethylene bags |
9 Ireland Polyethylene Bags Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Ireland Polyethylene Bags Market Opportunity Assessment, By Material Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Ireland Polyethylene Bags Market Opportunity Assessment, By Product Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.3 Ireland Polyethylene Bags Market Opportunity Assessment, By End Use, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Ireland Polyethylene Bags Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Ireland Polyethylene Bags Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Ireland Polyethylene Bags Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations | 13 Disclaimer |
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