Flexible plastic tubes, pipes and hoses market in Portugal

Earlier Report Observations

Between 2018 and 2019, the market for flexible plastic tubes, pipes and hoses in Portugal grew from 13 430 т to 15 459 т in volume, and from 48 131 тыс. долл. to 53 955 тыс. долл. in value. This expansion occurred alongside the establishment of specific national regulations for plastic piping, which enforced European standards for materials like polyethylene and PVC, defining quality and technical requirements for production. The presence of specialized domestic manufacturers committed to compliance supported market activity during this period.

Market volume subsequently declined to 11 316 т by 2023 and fell further to 7 719 т in 2024, while value peaked at 60 238 тыс. долл. in 2023 before dropping to 41 038 тыс. долл. in 2024. This downturn coincided with the phased implementation of EU and national measures targeting plastic reduction. Starting in 2019 with the transposition of the EU Single-Use Plastics Directive, the market was affected by a ban on specific single-use plastic items from November 2021, followed by rules mandating reusable alternatives for bulk packaging and the introduction of deposit-return systems for beverage containers. These regulatory shifts altered distribution practices and dampened overall demand for plastic products.

During the latter part of the period, technological advancements in PVC pipe production, focusing on durability and sustainability, were noted, and the European push for circular plastics increased the use of recycled materials. However, the overarching regulatory pressure to reduce plastic waste and consumption appears to have been the dominant market force, contributing to the contraction in total market volume by 2024.

Production flexible plastic tubes and hoses in Portugal

In value, 2018-2021, K $ US

In 2019, Portugal's output of flexible plastic tubes, pipes, and hoses was valued at 43 647 thousand US dollars, marking a 4.9% increase from the previous year.

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

In kind, 2018-2021, t

In 2019, Portugal produced 17 821 tonnes of flexible plastic tubes, pipes, and hoses, reflecting a 9.3% rise compared to the year before.

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

Exports flexible plastic tubes and hoses from Portugal

Exports in kind, t

After two years of decline, exports of flexible plastic tubes, pipes, and hoses from Portugal rebounded. In 2021, exports reached 12 469 tonnes, showing a solid 21.0% year-over-year increase. Over the period from 2018 to 2021, exports grew by 13%, with a compound annual growth rate of 4.2%. The lowest point was in 2020 at 10 307 tonnes, which saw the largest decline of 3.9%.

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

From 2018 to 2021, Spain, France, and Angola were the top destinations for Portugal's exports of flexible plastic tubes, pipes, and hoses in volume terms. Spain accounted for 24.4% of exports, France for 21.2%, and Angola for 9.4%, together making up 55.0% of total export flows.

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

Following a two-year downturn, exports of flexible plastic tubes, pipes, and hoses from Portugal recovered. In 2021, exports were recorded at 47 819 thousand US dollars, reflecting a 25.6% rise over the previous year. Between 2018 and 2021, exports decreased by 2.5%, equating to an annualized decline of 0.9%. The lowest value was in 2020 at 38 064 thousand US dollars, with the largest drop occurring in 2019 at 18.6%.

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

From 2018 to 2021, Spain, France, and Angola formed the primary cluster of markets for Portugal's exports of flexible plastic tubes, pipes, and hoses in value terms. Spain held a 24.2% share, France 22.8%, and Angola 8.2%, collectively accounting for 55.2% of total export flows.

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

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

Imports flexible plastic tubes and hoses to Portugal

Imports in kind, t

Imports of flexible plastic tubes, pipes, and hoses into Portugal increased for the third consecutive year. In 2021, imports stood at 9 972 tonnes, representing a notable 11.7% rise from the year earlier. Over the period from 2018 to 2021, imports grew by 22.3%, with a compound annual growth rate of 6.9%.

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

From 2018 to 2021, Spain, Germany, and Italy dominated Portugal's imports of flexible plastic tubes, pipes, and hoses in volume terms. Spain accounted for 54.7% of imports, Germany for 14.3%, and Italy for 10.0%, together representing 79.1% of total import flows.

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

The value of flexible plastic tubes, pipes, and hoses imports into Portugal rose for the second year in a row. In 2021, Portugal imported approximately 74 177 thousand US dollars worth of these products, up by 31.1% from the previous year. Over the period from 2018 to 2021, imports increased by 33.4%, with a compound annual growth rate of 10.1%. The lowest value was recorded in 2019 at 50 233 thousand US dollars, which also saw the largest decline of 9.7%.

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

From 2018 to 2021, Spain, Germany, and Italy were the main sources for Portugal's imports of flexible plastic tubes, pipes, and hoses in value terms. Spain accounted for 42.2% of imports, Germany for 20.6%, and Italy for 15.3%, together absorbing 78.1% of total import flows.

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

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