Copper tube and pipe fittings market in Poland

Earlier Report Observations

The market for copper tube and pipe fittings in Poland expanded significantly from 8.5 thousand tonnes in 2018 to 15.8 thousand tonnes in 2022. This growth was supported by increasing consumer preference for durable and eco-friendly plumbing materials, as copper's bacteriostatic properties and corrosion resistance made it a preferred choice for sanitary and heating installations. Additionally, the market benefited from rising adoption in refrigeration and air-conditioning systems, where copper's chemical and physical durability is valued. The development of new product segments, such as pre-insulated and flexible copper tubes, further diversified applications and stimulated demand.

After reaching its peak, the market volume contracted to 12.0 thousand tonnes in 2023 before recovering to 13.0 thousand tonnes in 2024. The earlier period of expansion was also influenced by the presence of major domestic suppliers like KGHM Polska Miedź S.A., which ensured a stable supply of copper for processing. Throughout the period, the market operated under consistent European and national standards, such as PN-EN 1057, which governed the use of copper tubes in water and gas installations, maintaining quality and safety without disruptive regulatory changes.

Production copper tube and pipe fittings in Poland

In value, 2017-2020, K $ US

Copper tube and pipe fittings production in Poland has increased for the third consecutive year. In 2020, output was valued at 96 550 thousand US dollars, marking a substantial 19.0% rise compared to 2019. Over the period from 2017 to 2020, production grew by 50.4%, with a compound annual growth rate of 14.6%.

Annual dynamics of production in Poland in value, 2017-2020, K $ US

In kind, 2017-2020, t

Poland's copper tube and pipe fittings production has risen for the third year in a row. In 2020, the country produced 4 999 tonnes, representing a 1.0% increase over the previous year. From 2017 to 2020, production expanded by 27.5%, with a compound annual growth rate of 8.4%.

Annual dynamics of production in Poland in kind, 2017-2020, t

Exports copper tube and pipe fittings from Poland

Exports in kind, t

After two years of growth, copper tube and pipe fittings exports from Poland declined. In 2020, Poland exported 11 507 tonnes, a slight decrease of 2.9% compared to 2019. Over the 2017-2020 period, exports increased by 15.9%, with a compound annual growth rate of 5.1%. The peak was recorded in 2019 at 11 852 tonnes, which also saw the largest annual increase of 9.9%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Poland in kind, 2017-2020, t

From 2017 to 2020, Germany, Italy, and Austria were the key export partners for copper tube and pipe fittings in volume terms. Germany accounted for 37.7% of exports, Italy for 7.5%, and Austria for 7.0%, together making up 52.3% of total flows.

Structure of product's exports in kind by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's exports from Poland in kind, 2017-2020

Exports in value, M $ US

Cross-border shipments of copper tube and pipe fittings from Poland have increased for the third consecutive year. In 2020, exports stood at 246.2 million US dollars, up by 6.6% from 2019. Over the 2017-2020 period, exports grew by 36.2%, with a compound annual growth rate of 10.8%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Poland in value, 2017-2020, M $ US

Between 2017 and 2020, three principal markets—Germany, Australia, and Austria—together accounted for 55.4% of Poland's total copper tube and pipe fittings exports in value terms.

Structure of product's exports in value by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's exports from Poland in value, 2017-2020

Imports copper tube and pipe fittings to Poland

Imports in kind, t

The volume of copper tube and pipe fittings imports into Poland has increased for the second consecutive year. In 2020, imports reached 17 254 tonnes, reflecting a modest gain of 6.7% compared to 2019. Over the 2017-2020 period, imports rose by 11.5%, with a compound annual growth rate of 3.7%. The lowest point was in 2018 at 14 742 tonnes, which also saw the largest annual decline of 4.7%. The largest increase occurred in 2019, with a 9.6% rise.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Poland in kind, 2017-2020, t

From 2017 to 2020, China, Spain, and Germany were the main sources for copper tube and pipe fittings imports in volume terms. China represented 34.0% of imports, Spain 21.2%, and Germany 15.1%, together comprising 70.2% of total flows.

Structure of product's imports in kind by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's imports to Poland in kind, 2017-2020

Imports in value, M $ US

Poland imported 236.9 million US dollars worth of copper tube and pipe fittings in 2020, reflecting a 6.5% increase compared to 2019. Between 2017 and 2020, imports grew by 21.1%, equating to an annualized rate of 6.6%. The largest decline was recorded in 2019 at 1.5%, while the largest increase occurred in 2018 with a 15.5% rise.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Poland in value, 2017-2020, M $ US

Over the 2017-2020 period, China, Germany, and Spain were the main suppliers of copper tube and pipe fittings to Poland in value terms. China accounted for 24.6% of imports, Germany for 20.8%, and Spain for 19.8%, together making up 65.1% of total imports.

Structure of product's imports in value by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's imports to Poland in value, 2017-2020