Fireworks market in Portugal

Earlier Report Observations

The Portuguese fireworks market volume grew from 837 t in 2018 to 930 t in 2019. This expansion occurred alongside the introduction of stricter licensing requirements for pyrotechnic displays and temporary bans during periods of high fire risk, reflecting heightened safety concerns from authorities. These regulatory measures did not prevent the market's initial growth.

By 2022, market volume had declined to 803 t. This contraction coincided with reinforced government prohibitions on fireworks use during critical fire-danger periods, which involved suspending permits. A significant recovery followed in 2023, with volume reaching 1 245 t. That year saw the implementation of new municipal regulations, such as Regulation 610/2023, which established detailed technical measures for the safe use of fireworks, potentially providing a clearer framework for organized activities.

The market adapted to public health measures during the COVID-19 pandemic, with New Year's fireworks displays in 2021 being held with recommendations for home viewing. In later years, the continuation of public spectacles and a surge in residential construction licensing indicated a supportive environment for celebratory events. Furthermore, Portuguese fireworks companies began planning international expansion, targeting new export markets from 2025.

Production fireworks in Portugal

In value, 2018-2021, K $ US

In 2019, Portugal's fireworks output was valued at 5 653 K $ US, marking a robust 12.9% increase compared to the previous year.

Annual dynamics of production in Portugal in value, 2018-2021, K $ US

In kind, 2018-2021, t

In 2019, Portugal produced 202.1 t of fireworks, representing a strong year-over-year gain of 10.2%.

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

Exports fireworks from Portugal

Exports in kind, t

The data reveals irregular changes, indicating a volatile market environment. The minimum value was recorded in 2020 at 36.3 t, while exports peaked in 2021 at 182.7 t, reflecting a steep 403.9% increase compared to 2020. This represents a 5-fold variation between these years. The largest decline occurred in 2020, dropping by 76.3%.

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

From 2018 to 2021, Spain was the dominant destination for Portugal's fireworks exports in kind, accounting for 80.9% of total flows, with the remaining share distributed among several smaller markets.

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

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

Exports in value, K $ US

The market showed signs of volatility over the observed period. The minimum value was recorded in 2020 at 354 K $ US, while peak exports hit 1 461 K $ US in 2021, reflecting a dramatic 312.0% rise compared to 2020. This created a 4.1-fold gap between these years. The largest decline was recorded in 2020 at 72.9%.

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

From 2018 to 2021, Spain (64.3% of exports in value terms), Canada (11.0%), and France (9.9%) were the largest buyers of fireworks from Portugal, together forming 85.2% of total exports in value terms.

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

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

Imports fireworks to Portugal

Imports in kind, t

The data reveals irregular changes, indicating a volatile market environment. The maximum value was recorded in 2019 at 880.8 t, dropping to a minimum of 276.7 t in 2020, a 68.6% decline. In 2021, imported fireworks volumes in Portugal reached 453.2 t, marking a 63.8% year-over-year rise. This represents a 3.2-fold variation between 2019 and 2020.

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

From 2018 to 2021, China and the Netherlands were the main sources for Portugal's fireworks imports in kind, jointly accounting for 82.3% of total flows, while the residual share was split among other markets.

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

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

Imports in value, K $ US

Volatility characterized the market behavior during these years. The maximum value was recorded in 2019 at 3 241 K $ US, falling to a minimum of 1 187 K $ US in 2020, a 63.4% drop. In 2021, fireworks deliveries to Portugal totalled 2 230 K $ US, constituting a sharp 87.8% increase compared to the previous year. This represents a 2.7-fold shift between 2019 and 2020.

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

From 2018 to 2021, China (40.7% of imports in value terms), the Netherlands (33.8%), and Spain (25.6%) stood out as the main markets for Portugal's fireworks imports in value terms, together representing 100.0% of total flows.

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

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