South Korea Polyethylene Terephthalate Market Outlook | Size, Share, Growth, Value, Revenue, Trends, Industry, Forecast, COVID-19 IMPACT, Companies & Analysis

Market Forecast By Type (Virgin, Recycled), By Application (Rigid Packaging, Film, Sheets and Straps, Others) And Competitive Landscape
Product Code: ETC341483 Publication Date: Aug 2022 Updated Date: Aug 2025 Product Type: Market Research Report
Publisher: 6Wresearch Author: Ravi Bhandari No. of Pages: 75 No. of Figures: 35 No. of Tables: 20

South Korea Polyethylene Terephthalate Market Size Growth Rate


The South Korea Polyethylene Terephthalate Market is projected to witness mixed growth rate patterns during 2025 to 2029. From 5.68% in 2025, the growth rate steadily ascends to 6.98% in 2029.

South Korea Polyethylene Terephthalate Market Growth Rate

South Korea Polyethylene Terephthalate Market Overview

South Korea`s polyethylene terephthalate market is pivotal in the production of polyester fibers, packaging materials, and engineering plastics. Market dynamics are shaped by technological advancements in resin manufacturing, fostering applications in textiles, bottling, and electronic components, amidst growing environmental awareness and regulatory compliance.

Drivers of the market

The polyethylene terephthalate (PET) market in South Korea is driven by its extensive use in packaging applications, especially in beverage bottles and food containers. The material`s properties such as clarity, strength, and recyclability cater to stringent packaging requirements. Innovations in PET resin technology, including barrier properties and sustainability initiatives, propel market expansion in response to consumer preferences and regulatory trends.

Challenges of the market

The polyethylene terephthalate market encounters challenges such as fluctuating raw material costs and increasing demand for sustainable packaging solutions. Investing in recycling infrastructure and reducing carbon footprint are essential for maintaining market leadership in beverage and textile applications.

Government Policy of the market

The South Korean government regulates the polyethylene terephthalate (PET) market to ensure product safety, recycling efficiency, and industrial competitiveness. Policies overseen by the Ministry of Environment (MOE) and the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy (MOTIE) address raw material sourcing, manufacturing standards, and export strategies. These efforts support sustainable growth in the PET market while minimizing environmental footprint and maximizing resource efficiency.

Key Highlights of the Report:

  • South Korea Polyethylene Terephthalate Market Outlook
  • Market Size of South Korea Polyethylene Terephthalate Market, 2021
  • Forecast of South Korea Polyethylene Terephthalate Market, 2028
  • Historical Data and Forecast of South Korea Polyethylene Terephthalate Revenues & Volume for the Period 2018 - 2028
  • South Korea Polyethylene Terephthalate Market Trend Evolution
  • South Korea Polyethylene Terephthalate Market Drivers and Challenges
  • South Korea Polyethylene Terephthalate Price Trends
  • South Korea Polyethylene Terephthalate Porter's Five Forces
  • South Korea Polyethylene Terephthalate Industry Life Cycle
  • Historical Data and Forecast of South Korea Polyethylene Terephthalate Market Revenues & Volume By Type for the Period 2018 - 2028
  • Historical Data and Forecast of South Korea Polyethylene Terephthalate Market Revenues & Volume By Virgin for the Period 2018 - 2028
  • Historical Data and Forecast of South Korea Polyethylene Terephthalate Market Revenues & Volume By Recycled for the Period 2018 - 2028
  • Historical Data and Forecast of South Korea Polyethylene Terephthalate Market Revenues & Volume By Application for the Period 2018 - 2028
  • Historical Data and Forecast of South Korea Polyethylene Terephthalate Market Revenues & Volume By Rigid Packaging for the Period 2018 - 2028
  • Historical Data and Forecast of South Korea Polyethylene Terephthalate Market Revenues & Volume By Film for the Period 2018 - 2028
  • Historical Data and Forecast of South Korea Polyethylene Terephthalate Market Revenues & Volume By Sheets and Straps for the Period 2018 - 2028
  • Historical Data and Forecast of South Korea Polyethylene Terephthalate Market Revenues & Volume By Others for the Period 2018 - 2028
  • South Korea Polyethylene Terephthalate Import Export Trade Statistics
  • Market Opportunity Assessment By Type
  • Market Opportunity Assessment By Application
  • South Korea Polyethylene Terephthalate Top Companies Market Share
  • South Korea Polyethylene Terephthalate Competitive Benchmarking By Technical and Operational Parameters
  • South Korea Polyethylene Terephthalate Company Profiles
  • South Korea Polyethylene Terephthalate Key Strategic Recommendations

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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 South Korea Polyethylene Terephthalate Market Overview

3.1 South Korea Country Macro Economic Indicators

3.2 South Korea Polyethylene Terephthalate Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2028F

3.3 South Korea Polyethylene Terephthalate Market - Industry Life Cycle

3.4 South Korea Polyethylene Terephthalate Market - Porter's Five Forces

3.5 South Korea Polyethylene Terephthalate Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Type, 2021 & 2028F

3.6 South Korea Polyethylene Terephthalate Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application, 2021 & 2028F

4 South Korea Polyethylene Terephthalate Market Dynamics

4.1 Impact Analysis

4.2 Market Drivers

4.2.1 Increasing demand for sustainable packaging solutions

4.2.2 Growth in the textile industry, leading to higher PET consumption

4.2.3 Government initiatives promoting recycling and circular economy practices

4.3 Market Restraints

4.3.1 Fluctuating raw material prices impacting production costs

4.3.2 Competition from alternative packaging materials like glass and paper

4.3.3 Environmental concerns related to PET waste and recycling challenges

5 South Korea Polyethylene Terephthalate Market Trends

6 South Korea Polyethylene Terephthalate Market, By Types

6.1 South Korea Polyethylene Terephthalate Market, By Type

6.1.1 Overview and Analysis

6.1.2 South Korea Polyethylene Terephthalate Market Revenues & Volume, By Type, 2018 - 2028F

6.1.3 South Korea Polyethylene Terephthalate Market Revenues & Volume, By Virgin, 2018 - 2028F

6.1.4 South Korea Polyethylene Terephthalate Market Revenues & Volume, By Recycled, 2018 - 2028F

6.2 South Korea Polyethylene Terephthalate Market, By Application

6.2.1 Overview and Analysis

6.2.2 South Korea Polyethylene Terephthalate Market Revenues & Volume, By Rigid Packaging, 2018 - 2028F

6.2.3 South Korea Polyethylene Terephthalate Market Revenues & Volume, By Film, 2018 - 2028F

6.2.4 South Korea Polyethylene Terephthalate Market Revenues & Volume, By Sheets and Straps, 2018 - 2028F

6.2.5 South Korea Polyethylene Terephthalate Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2018 - 2028F

7 South Korea Polyethylene Terephthalate Market Import-Export Trade Statistics

7.1 South Korea Polyethylene Terephthalate Market Export to Major Countries

7.2 South Korea Polyethylene Terephthalate Market Imports from Major Countries

8 South Korea Polyethylene Terephthalate Market Key Performance Indicators

8.1 Percentage of PET material recycled in South Korea

8.2 Adoption rate of PET recycling technologies in the market

8.3 Number of government policies supporting sustainable packaging initiatives

9 South Korea Polyethylene Terephthalate Market - Opportunity Assessment

9.1 South Korea Polyethylene Terephthalate Market Opportunity Assessment, By Type, 2021 & 2028F

9.2 South Korea Polyethylene Terephthalate Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2021 & 2028F

10 South Korea Polyethylene Terephthalate Market - Competitive Landscape

10.1 South Korea Polyethylene Terephthalate Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2021

10.2 South Korea Polyethylene Terephthalate Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters

11 Company Profiles

12 Recommendations

13 Disclaimer

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