Scandinavia: Market for Cellular Plates, Sheets and Films of Polyymers of Styrene 2024

Market Size for Cellular Plates, Sheets and Films of Polyymers of Styrene in Scandinavia

In 2023, the Scandinavia market for cellular plates, sheets and films of polyymers of styrene increased by X% to $X, rising for the third year in a row after two years of decline. The total consumption indicated a prominent expansion from 2012 to 2023: its value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last eleven-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2023 figures, consumption increased by X% against 2020 indices. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs in 2023 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.

Production of Cellular Plates, Sheets and Films of Polyymers of Styrene in Scandinavia

In value terms, production of cellular plates, sheets and films of polyymers of styrene rose markedly to $X in 2023 estimated in export price. The total production indicated strong growth from 2012 to 2023: its value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last eleven-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2023 figures, production increased by X% against 2020 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 when the production volume increased by X% against the previous year. The level of production peaked in 2023 and is likely to see gradual growth in the immediate term.

Exports of Cellular Plates, Sheets and Films of Polyymers of Styrene

Exports in Scandinavia

In 2023, exports of cellular plates, sheets and films of polyymers of styrene in Scandinavia declined remarkably to X tons, dropping by X% on 2022. Over the period under review, exports showed a pronounced descent. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 with an increase of X%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons. From 2018 to 2023, the growth of the exports of failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, exports of cellular plates, sheets and films of polyymers of styrene dropped remarkably to $X in 2023. In general, exports recorded a noticeable curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when exports increased by X%. Over the period under review, the exports of reached the maximum at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2023, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Norway (X tons) and Sweden (X tons) represented roughly X% of total exports in 2023. It was distantly followed by Finland (X tons), committing a X% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main exporting countries, was attained by Norway (with a CAGR of X%), while the other leaders experienced a decline in the exports figures.

In value terms, Sweden ($X), Norway ($X) and Finland ($X) were the countries with the highest levels of exports in 2023.

Finland, with a CAGR of X%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, in terms of the main exporting countries over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced a decline in the exports figures.

Export Prices by Country

In 2023, the export price in Scandinavia amounted to $X per ton, surging by X% against the previous year. Over the last eleven-year period, it increased at an average annual rate of X%. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 an increase of X% against the previous year. The level of export peaked in 2023 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2023, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Finland ($X per ton), while Norway ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Finland (X%), while the other leaders experienced mixed trends in the export price figures.

Imports of Cellular Plates, Sheets and Films of Polyymers of Styrene

Imports in Scandinavia

In 2023, the amount of cellular plates, sheets and films of polyymers of styrene imported in Scandinavia declined notably to X tons, which is down by X% against the year before. In general, imports recorded a slight descent. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports of reached the peak figure at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2023, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, imports of cellular plates, sheets and films of polyymers of styrene dropped dramatically to $X in 2023. Overall, imports showed a pronounced setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports of hit record highs at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2023, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

Sweden (X tons) and Norway (X tons) dominates styrene structure, together generating X% of total imports. It was distantly followed by Finland (X tons), making up a X% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2023, the biggest increases were recorded for Sweden (with a CAGR of X%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced a decline in the imports figures.

In value terms, Sweden ($X), Norway ($X) and Finland ($X) constituted the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2023.

Finland, with a CAGR of X%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, in terms of the main importing countries over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced mixed trends in the imports figures.

Import Prices by Country

The import price in Scandinavia stood at $X per ton in 2023, growing by X% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 an increase of X%. The level of import peaked at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2023, import prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2023, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Finland ($X per ton), while Norway ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Finland (X%), while the other leaders experienced mixed trends in the import price figures.

Source: IndexBox Platform