| Product Code: ETC7638031 | Publication Date: Sep 2024 | Updated Date: Nov 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Bhawna Singh | No. of Pages: 75 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 20 |
Ireland`s polyurethane foam import market continued to show steady growth in 2024, with the top exporting countries being the UK, Germany, China, USA, and Belgium. The Herfindahl-Hirschman Index (HHI) indicated low concentration in the market, allowing for healthy competition among suppliers. Despite a slight dip in growth rate from 2023 to 2024, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.92% over the period from 2020 to 2024 reflects a positive trend in the industry. This data suggests a resilient and expanding market for polyurethane foam imports 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 Polyurethane Foam Market Overview |
3.1 Ireland Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Ireland Polyurethane Foam Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Ireland Polyurethane Foam Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Ireland Polyurethane Foam Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Ireland Polyurethane Foam Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Ireland Polyurethane Foam Market Revenues & Volume Share, By End-use Industry, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Ireland Polyurethane Foam Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing demand from industries like construction, automotive, and furniture due to the versatility and efficiency of polyurethane foam. |
4.2.2 Growing awareness about the benefits of using polyurethane foam products such as energy efficiency, durability, and lightweight properties. |
4.2.3 Technological advancements leading to the development of innovative polyurethane foam products with enhanced performance characteristics. |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Fluctuations in raw material prices, especially the prices of crude oil and petrochemicals, impacting the overall production cost of polyurethane foam. |
4.3.2 Stringent regulations related to environmental concerns and emissions, leading to compliance challenges for polyurethane foam manufacturers. |
4.3.3 Intense competition in the market from alternative materials like polystyrene foam, fiberglass, and mineral wool, affecting market penetration and pricing strategies. |
5 Ireland Polyurethane Foam Market Trends |
6 Ireland Polyurethane Foam Market, By Types |
6.1 Ireland Polyurethane Foam Market, By Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Ireland Polyurethane Foam Market Revenues & Volume, By Type, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.3 Ireland Polyurethane Foam Market Revenues & Volume, By Rigid Foam, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.4 Ireland Polyurethane Foam Market Revenues & Volume, By Flexible Foam, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.5 Ireland Polyurethane Foam Market Revenues & Volume, By Spray Foam, 2021- 2031F |
6.2 Ireland Polyurethane Foam Market, By End-use Industry |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Ireland Polyurethane Foam Market Revenues & Volume, By Automotive, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.3 Ireland Polyurethane Foam Market Revenues & Volume, By Electronics, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.4 Ireland Polyurethane Foam Market Revenues & Volume, By Footwear, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.5 Ireland Polyurethane Foam Market Revenues & Volume, By Packaging, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.6 Ireland Polyurethane Foam Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021- 2031F |
7 Ireland Polyurethane Foam Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Ireland Polyurethane Foam Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Ireland Polyurethane Foam Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Ireland Polyurethane Foam Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Research and development investment in new polyurethane foam formulations and applications. |
8.2 Percentage of market share within specific industries (e.g., construction, automotive) compared to competitors. |
8.3 Number of patents or innovations introduced in the polyurethane foam sector. |
8.4 Customer satisfaction levels and feedback on the performance of polyurethane foam products. |
8.5 Adoption rate of sustainable practices and materials in the production of polyurethane foam. |
9 Ireland Polyurethane Foam Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Ireland Polyurethane Foam Market Opportunity Assessment, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Ireland Polyurethane Foam Market Opportunity Assessment, By End-use Industry, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Ireland Polyurethane Foam Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Ireland Polyurethane Foam Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Ireland Polyurethane Foam Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |
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