Hygienic or pharmaceutical rubber articles market in Hungary

Earlier Report Observations

The market volume for hygienic and pharmaceutical rubber articles in Hungary remained stable at around 12 600 t between 2018 and 2019, while the market value increased from 287.3 million USD to 305.8 million USD. This shift toward higher-value products was driven by stricter hygienic requirements for silicone rubber used in medical and food industry applications, which prompted manufacturers to focus on more specialized and costly items. Concurrently, local producers like Gumi Hungária Kft. expanded their service offerings and optimized vulcanization processes to meet evolving partner demands.

In 2020, market volume surged by 35% to 16 910 t, and value rose to 352.3 million USD. This sharp growth was primarily fueled by increased consumer demand for durable, heat- and oil-resistant silicone rubber products in industrial and medical sectors. Global supply chain disruptions during the pandemic also affected raw material flows, but strong demand persisted. By 2021, the market reached 17 275 t (357.3 million USD), supported further by tightened hygiene and labor safety regulations that necessitated compliant products from manufacturers.

Beyond 2021, industry factors pointed to rising global energy and raw material prices, which elevated production costs and contributed to market price increases. Hungarian manufacturers continued to adopt advanced vulcanization technologies to maintain product quality and efficiency. Additionally, growing consumer interest in environmentally friendly and recyclable rubber products emerged, though domestic recycling capacity remained limited without state support.

Production hygienic or pharmaceutical rubber articles in Hungary

In value, 2018-2021, M $ US

Hungary's production of hygienic or pharmaceutical rubber articles has increased for the third consecutive year. In 2021, the output value reached 331.0 million US dollars, remaining relatively stable compared to 2020. Over the period from 2018 to 2021, production grew by 18.2%, with an average annual growth rate of 5.7%.

Annual dynamics of production in Hungary in value, 2018-2021, M $ US

In kind, 2018-2021, t

Hungary's production volume of hygienic or pharmaceutical rubber articles has risen for the second consecutive year. In 2021, the country produced 15 484 tons, marking a gradual increase of 5.3% compared to 2020. From 2018 to 2021, production expanded by 39.6%, with an average annual growth rate of 11.8%. The lowest volume was recorded in 2019 at 10 762 tons, which saw the largest decline of 2.9%. In contrast, the largest increase occurred in 2020, with a jump of 36.6%.

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

Exports hygienic or pharmaceutical rubber articles from Hungary

Exports in kind, t

After a two-year decline, Hungary's exports of hygienic or pharmaceutical rubber articles have increased. In 2021, exports stood at 313 tons, showing a modest advance of 4.5% compared to 2020. Over the period from 2018 to 2021, exports decreased by 38%, with an average annual decline of 14.8%. The lowest value was recorded in 2020 at 300 tons, which also saw the largest drop of 28.3%.

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

Between 2018 and 2021, Hungary supplied hygienic or pharmaceutical rubber articles to many different markets. Even the largest destinations—Austria, Germany, and Italy—together accounted for only 33.6% of total exports in volume terms.

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

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

Exports in value, K $ US

Following a two-year decline, Hungary's exports of hygienic or pharmaceutical rubber articles have increased. In 2021, exports reached 23 786 thousand US dollars, reflecting a significant rise of 34.6% compared to 2020. From 2018 to 2021, exports decreased by 20.5%, equating to an average annual decline of 7.4%. The lowest value was recorded in 2020 at 17 676 thousand US dollars, which also experienced the largest decline of 30.4%.

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

From 2018 to 2021, Hungary's exports of hygienic or pharmaceutical rubber articles in value terms were spread across many countries. Austria, Serbia, and Croatia were the top destinations, accounting for 26.9%, 10.4%, and 8.6% of exports, respectively, but together they represented only 45.8% of total flows.

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

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

Imports hygienic or pharmaceutical rubber articles to Hungary

Imports in kind, t

After a two-year gain, Hungary's imports of hygienic or pharmaceutical rubber articles declined. In 2021, import volume amounted to 2 104 tons, indicating a loss of 16.1% from the previous year. The highest volume was recorded in 2020 at 2 508 tons, which also saw the largest increase of 14.3%.

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

Between 2018 and 2021, Austria, Ireland, and Poland were the main sources for Hungary's imports of hygienic or pharmaceutical rubber articles in volume terms, accounting for 24.1%, 20.6%, and 15.3% of imports, respectively. Together, they made up 60.1% of total flows.

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

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

Imports in value, K $ US

Hungary's imports of hygienic or pharmaceutical rubber articles have increased for the third consecutive year. In 2021, imports came to 50 005 thousand US dollars, which is 23.4% higher than in 2020. From 2018 to 2021, imports grew by 34.8%, with an average annual increase of 10.5%.

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

From 2018 to 2021, Austria, Sweden, and China consistently remained the main destinations for Hungary's imports of hygienic or pharmaceutical rubber articles in value terms, accounting for 26.2%, 14.9%, and 14.4% of imports, respectively. Together, they represented 55.6% of total flows.

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

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