EVA copolymers in primary forms market in Russia

Earlier Report Observations

From 2018 to 2021, the Russian EVA copolymers market experienced significant shifts. Geopolitical sanctions and trade restrictions began to constrain import flows, contributing to a market contraction in 2019. The situation reversed sharply in 2020-2021, driven by the activation of import substitution policies and a substantial expansion in domestic production capacity for vinyl acetate polymers. This growth was further supported by the development of new application segments, such as biodegradable packaging, which bolstered domestic demand.

The market peaked in 2021 before entering a corrective phase from 2022 to 2024. Intensified international sanctions and geopolitical restrictions disrupted supply chains and access to key intermediates, leading to a contraction in domestic output and overall market volume. During this period, the industry focused on localizing EVA production—a process that faced initial challenges but laid the groundwork for future stability. Regulatory changes supporting the chemical industry and the emergence of new players in segments like EVA footwear provided secondary context, but the primary driver remained external trade constraints.

Production EVA copolymers in primary forms in Russia

In kind, 2018-2021, t

Russia's production of EVA copolymers in primary forms has grown for the second year in a row. In 2021, output reached 91 306 tonnes, marking a significant 38.4% increase compared to the previous year. Looking at the period from 2018 to 2021, production more than doubled, rising by 109.5% with an average annual growth rate of 28.0%. The lowest production level was recorded in 2019 at 39 213 tonnes, which saw the largest decline of 10.0%. The most substantial increase occurred in 2020, with production jumping by 68.3%.

Annual dynamics of production in Russia in kind, 2018-2021, t

Exports EVA copolymers in primary forms from Russia

Exports in kind, t

Export volumes of EVA copolymers in primary forms from Russia showed notable fluctuations during this period. The lowest point was in 2018, while exports peaked in 2020, creating a 2.3-fold difference between these years. In 2021, exports totaled 1 804 tonnes, representing a moderate decline of 8.3% from the previous year. The highest export volume was recorded in 2020 at 1 967 tonnes, which also saw the largest increase of 84.7%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Russia in kind, 2018-2021, t

From 2018 to 2021, the main destinations for Russia's exports of EVA copolymers in primary forms were Belarus, Kazakhstan, and Poland. Belarus accounted for 57.5% of export volumes, Kazakhstan for 16.5%, and Poland for 7.8%. Together, these three markets represented 81.8% of total export flows.

Structure of product's exports in kind by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's exports from Russia in kind, 2018-2021

Exports in value, K $ US

Russia's export value of EVA copolymers in primary forms has increased for the third consecutive year. In 2021, exports reached 5 415 thousand US dollars, showing a dramatic rise of 57.7% compared to 2020. Over the 2018-2021 period, export value more than tripled, growing by 202.5% with an average annual growth rate of 44.6%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Russia in value, 2018-2021, K $ US

Between 2018 and 2021, three key markets—Belarus, Kazakhstan, and Poland—collectively accounted for 79.5% of the total export value of EVA copolymers in primary forms from Russia.

Structure of product's exports in value by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's exports from Russia in value, 2018-2021

Imports EVA copolymers in primary forms to Russia

Imports in kind, t

After declining for two years, Russia's imports of EVA copolymers in primary forms increased in 2021. The country imported approximately 39 004 tonnes, representing a substantial 20.8% rise compared to 2020. However, over the full 2018-2021 period, imports decreased by 10.7%, with an average annual decline of 3.7%. The lowest import volume was recorded in 2020 at 32 282 tonnes, while the largest drop occurred in 2019 with a 20.0% decrease.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Russia in kind, 2018-2021, t

From 2018 to 2021, Russia imported EVA copolymers in primary forms from numerous countries. Even the top three suppliers—South Korea, Saudi Arabia, and Belgium—together accounted for only 46.9% of total import volumes, indicating a diversified supply structure.

Structure of product's imports in kind by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's imports to Russia in kind, 2018-2021

Imports in value, K $ US

Import values of EVA copolymers in primary forms to Russia showed irregular changes, reflecting a volatile market environment. The lowest value was recorded in 2020, while imports peaked in 2021, creating a 1.8-fold difference between these years. In 2021, import value reached 99 994 thousand US dollars, indicating a steep 79.6% increase from the previous year. The minimum value was 55 687 thousand US dollars in 2020, while the largest decline occurred in 2019 with a 22.5% drop.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Russia in value, 2018-2021, K $ US

Between 2018 and 2021, Russia's imports of EVA copolymers in primary forms in value terms were spread across many countries. The top three suppliers—South Korea (24.4% of import value), Belgium (11.0%), and Italy (9.9%)—together accounted for only 45.3% of total import flows, highlighting the fragmented nature of the market.

Structure of product's imports in value by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's imports to Russia in value, 2018-2021