United Kingdom (UK) Plastics Materials and Resins Market (2025-2031) | Analysis, Size, Growth, Revenue, Outlook, Share, Industry, Value, Companies, Trends & Forecast

Name: United Kingdom (UK) Plastics Materials and Resins Market (2025-2031) | Trends, Outlook & Forecast
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Market Forecast By Type (Polypropylene (PP), High-density polyethylene (PE-HD), Polyvinyl chloride (PVC), Polyethylene terephthalate (PET)), By Applications (Chemical Industry, Coating & Printing Industry, Electronics Industry, Food & Pharmaceutical Industry, Others) And Competitive Landscape

Product Code: ETC037490	Publication Date: Jan 2021	Updated Date: Nov 2025	Product Type: Report
Publisher: 6Wresearch	Author: Ravi Bhandari	No. of Pages: 70	No. of Figures: 35	No. of Tables: 5

United Kingdom (UK) Plastics Materials and Resins Market: Import Trend Analysis

In 2024, the United Kingdom import trend for plastics materials and resins experienced a -1.1% growth rate compared to the previous year. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) for 2020-2024 stood at 1.76%. This decline in import momentum could reflect shifting demand patterns or changes in trade policies impacting the market stability.

United Kingdom (UK) Plastics Materials and Resins Market Overview

The UK plastics materials and resins market supplies raw materials for plastic manufacturing across diverse industries. Market dynamics include innovations in bioplastics, recyclable materials, and polymer composites to meet sustainability goals and regulatory requirements.

Drivers of the market

The plastics materials and resins market in the UK is driven by diverse applications in automotive, packaging, electronics, and construction industries requiring lightweight, durable, and cost-effective materials. Plastics offer properties such as versatility, design flexibility, and recyclability, supporting product innovation and market competitiveness. Growth in electric vehicle production, sustainable packaging solutions, and consumer electronics fuels market demand for engineering plastics, thermoplastics, and bioplastics. Technological advancements in polymer science, material recycling, and additive manufacturing support market sustainability and circular economy initiatives. Collaboration between resin suppliers, end-user industries, and regulatory bodies fosters innovation and application development in plastics materials and resins in the UK.

Challenges of the market

Challenges in the UK plastics materials and resins market include sustainability concerns, recycling infrastructure limitations, and raw material price volatility. Meeting demand for high-performance plastics in automotive, packaging, and electronics industries while reducing environmental impact and improving material recyclability poses significant challenges. Innovating bio-based and recycled plastic materials, enhancing material durability, and ensuring supply chain resilience are key priorities for market sustainability and growth.

Government Policy of the market

The plastics materials and resins market in the UK is regulated by government policies that ensure chemical safety and environmental protection. The UK government enforces standards for the production, use, and disposal of plastics materials and resins to minimize health and environmental risks. Policies also support the development of sustainable and recyclable plastic products and provide incentives for manufacturers to adopt eco-friendly practices.

Key Highlights of the Report:

United Kingdom (UK) Plastics Materials and Resins Market Outlook
Market Size of United Kingdom (UK) Plastics Materials and Resins Market, 2024
Forecast of United Kingdom (UK) Plastics Materials and Resins Market, 2031
Historical Data and Forecast of United Kingdom (UK) Plastics Materials and Resins Revenues & Volume for the Period 2021-2031
United Kingdom (UK) Plastics Materials and Resins Market Trend Evolution
United Kingdom (UK) Plastics Materials and Resins Market Drivers and Challenges
United Kingdom (UK) Plastics Materials and Resins Price Trends
United Kingdom (UK) Plastics Materials and Resins Porter's Five Forces
United Kingdom (UK) Plastics Materials and Resins Industry Life Cycle
Historical Data and Forecast of United Kingdom (UK) Plastics Materials and Resins Market Revenues & Volume By Type for the Period 2021-2031
Historical Data and Forecast of United Kingdom (UK) Plastics Materials and Resins Market Revenues & Volume By Polypropylene (PP) for the Period 2021-2031
Historical Data and Forecast of United Kingdom (UK) Plastics Materials and Resins Market Revenues & Volume By High-density polyethylene (PE-HD) for the Period 2021-2031
Historical Data and Forecast of United Kingdom (UK) Plastics Materials and Resins Market Revenues & Volume By Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) for the Period 2021-2031
Historical Data and Forecast of United Kingdom (UK) Plastics Materials and Resins Market Revenues & Volume By Polyethylene terephthalate (PET) for the Period 2021-2031
Historical Data and Forecast of United Kingdom (UK) Plastics Materials and Resins Market Revenues & Volume By Applications for the Period 2021-2031
Historical Data and Forecast of United Kingdom (UK) Plastics Materials and Resins Market Revenues & Volume By Chemical Industry for the Period 2021-2031
Historical Data and Forecast of United Kingdom (UK) Plastics Materials and Resins Market Revenues & Volume By Coating & Printing Industry for the Period 2021-2031
Historical Data and Forecast of United Kingdom (UK) Plastics Materials and Resins Market Revenues & Volume By Electronics Industry for the Period 2021-2031
Historical Data and Forecast of United Kingdom (UK) Plastics Materials and Resins Market Revenues & Volume By Food & Pharmaceutical Industry for the Period 2021-2031
Historical Data and Forecast of United Kingdom (UK) Plastics Materials and Resins Market Revenues & Volume By Others for the Period 2021-2031
United Kingdom (UK) Plastics Materials and Resins Import Export Trade Statistics
Market Opportunity Assessment By Type
Market Opportunity Assessment By Applications
United Kingdom (UK) Plastics Materials and Resins Top Companies Market Share
United Kingdom (UK) Plastics Materials and Resins Competitive Benchmarking By Technical and Operational Parameters
United Kingdom (UK) Plastics Materials and Resins Company Profiles
United Kingdom (UK) Plastics Materials and Resins 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 United Kingdom (UK) Plastics Materials and Resins Market Overview

3.1 United Kingdom (UK) Country Macro Economic Indicators

3.2 United Kingdom (UK) Plastics Materials and Resins Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F

3.3 United Kingdom (UK) Plastics Materials and Resins Market - Industry Life Cycle

3.4 United Kingdom (UK) Plastics Materials and Resins Market - Porter's Five Forces

3.5 United Kingdom (UK) Plastics Materials and Resins Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Type, 2021 & 2031F

3.6 United Kingdom (UK) Plastics Materials and Resins Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Applications, 2021 & 2031F

4 United Kingdom (UK) 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

4.2.2 Technological advancements leading to the development of innovative plastic materials

4.2.3 Growing focus on sustainability and recyclability driving the use of eco-friendly plastics

4.3 Market Restraints

4.3.1 Fluctuating raw material prices impacting production costs

4.3.2 Regulatory pressures related to environmental concerns and plastic waste management

4.3.3 Competition from alternative materials like biodegradable plastics and composites

5 United Kingdom (UK) Plastics Materials and Resins Market Trends

6 United Kingdom (UK) Plastics Materials and Resins Market, By Types

6.1 United Kingdom (UK) Plastics Materials and Resins Market, By Type

6.1.1 Overview and Analysis

6.1.2 United Kingdom (UK) Plastics Materials and Resins Market Revenues & Volume, By Type, 2021-2031F

6.1.3 United Kingdom (UK) Plastics Materials and Resins Market Revenues & Volume, By Polypropylene (PP), 2021-2031F

6.1.4 United Kingdom (UK) Plastics Materials and Resins Market Revenues & Volume, By High-density polyethylene (PE-HD), 2021-2031F

6.1.5 United Kingdom (UK) Plastics Materials and Resins Market Revenues & Volume, By Polyvinyl chloride (PVC), 2021-2031F

6.1.6 United Kingdom (UK) Plastics Materials and Resins Market Revenues & Volume, By Polyethylene terephthalate (PET), 2021-2031F

6.2 United Kingdom (UK) Plastics Materials and Resins Market, By Applications

6.2.1 Overview and Analysis

6.2.2 United Kingdom (UK) Plastics Materials and Resins Market Revenues & Volume, By Chemical Industry, 2021-2031F

6.2.3 United Kingdom (UK) Plastics Materials and Resins Market Revenues & Volume, By Coating & Printing Industry, 2021-2031F

6.2.4 United Kingdom (UK) Plastics Materials and Resins Market Revenues & Volume, By Electronics Industry, 2021-2031F

6.2.5 United Kingdom (UK) Plastics Materials and Resins Market Revenues & Volume, By Food & Pharmaceutical Industry, 2021-2031F

6.2.6 United Kingdom (UK) Plastics Materials and Resins Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021-2031F

7 United Kingdom (UK) Plastics Materials and Resins Market Import-Export Trade Statistics

7.1 United Kingdom (UK) Plastics Materials and Resins Market Export to Major Countries

7.2 United Kingdom (UK) Plastics Materials and Resins Market Imports from Major Countries

8 United Kingdom (UK) Plastics Materials and Resins Market Key Performance Indicators

8.1 Recycling rate of plastics in the UK

8.2 Adoption rate of bioplastics and other sustainable alternatives

8.3 Research and development investment in new plastic materials and technologies

8.4 Percentage of plastic waste diverted from landfills through recycling and reuse initiatives

8.5 Carbon footprint reduction achieved through the use of recycled plastics

9 United Kingdom (UK) Plastics Materials and Resins Market - Opportunity Assessment

9.1 United Kingdom (UK) Plastics Materials and Resins Market Opportunity Assessment, By Type, 2021 & 2031F

9.2 United Kingdom (UK) Plastics Materials and Resins Market Opportunity Assessment, By Applications, 2021 & 2031F

10 United Kingdom (UK) Plastics Materials and Resins Market - Competitive Landscape

10.1 United Kingdom (UK) Plastics Materials and Resins Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024

10.2 United Kingdom (UK) Plastics Materials and Resins Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters

11 Company Profiles

12 Recommendations

13 Disclaimer

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