Moulds for rubber or plastics market in Czechia

Earlier Report Observations

The market for moulds in Czechia began the period at $441.2 million in 2018 and remained nearly unchanged in 2019. This stability coincided with the launch of the National Competence Centre for Engineering project, aimed at improving mould production through advanced 3DS EDM technology to boost productivity and quality. However, the market contracted to $385.7 million in 2020, a year in which manufacturers emphasized modern technologies like laser processing and expanded prototyping services to meet evolving client demands.

Market size further declined to $373.1 million in 2021 and $357.2 million in 2022. This downturn was primarily driven by rising raw material costs, especially for plastics, which increased production expenses and end-product prices. Additionally, the enactment of the Plastic Law in October 2022, which restricted single-use plastic products and imposed new marking and reporting duties on producers, directly reduced demand for certain mould types. The market recovered to $397.2 million in 2023 as manufacturers adapted to the new regulations and leveraged technological advances, such as modern CNC machining and CAM software, which shortened lead times and enhanced precision.

In 2024, the market fell again to $361.1 million, pressured by persistent increases in raw material and energy costs. Concurrently, the industry continued to focus on sustainability, recycling, and minimizing waste. In 2025, new recycling targets for plastic bottles took effect, and a record number of new companies entered the Czech market, signaling heightened competition and ongoing innovation in mould manufacturing.

Production moulds for rubber or plastics in Czechia

In value, 2018-2021, M $ US

Following a two-year decline, Czechia's production of moulds for rubber or plastics has increased. In 2021, output was valued at 228.8 million US dollars, marking a 17.5% advance compared to 2020. The minimum value was recorded in 2020 at 194.7 million US dollars, which saw the largest decline of 20.8%. Between 2018 and 2021, production decreased by 15%, equating to an annualized rate of 5.3%.

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

Exports moulds for rubber or plastics from Czechia

Exports in kind, t

After a two-year decrease, Czechia's exports of moulds for rubber or plastics have increased. In 2021, exports stood at 6,865 tonnes, corresponding to a moderate gain of 7.2% year-over-year. The minimum value was recorded in 2020 at 6,405 tonnes, while the largest decline occurred in 2019 at 17.5%. Over the period 2018-2021, exports decreased by 18.2%, with a compound annual growth rate of 6.5%.

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

From 2018 to 2021, Germany, Austria, and Slovakia were the main destinations for Czechia's exports of moulds for rubber or plastics in kind. Germany accounted for 47.3% of exports, Austria for 9.5%, and Slovakia for 5.9%, together absorbing 62.7% of total exports.

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

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

Exports in value, M $ US

Following a two-year decrease, shipments of moulds for rubber or plastics from Czechia to abroad have increased. In 2021, exports were recorded at 184.8 million US dollars, showing a modest improvement of 10.0% from 2020. The minimum value was recorded in 2020 at 168.0 million US dollars, while the largest decline occurred in 2019 at 17.1%. Between 2018 and 2021, exports decreased by 16.9%, equating to an annualized rate of 6.0%.

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

In the period 2018-2021, Germany, Austria, and Slovakia led the structure of exports in value terms. Germany represented 34.6% of exports, Austria 15.9%, and Slovakia 6.2%, together accounting for 56.7% of total flows.

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

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

Imports moulds for rubber or plastics to Czechia

Imports in kind, t

Czechia's volume of moulds for rubber or plastics imports has declined for the third consecutive year. In 2021, imports amounted to 11,645 tonnes, indicating a strong reduction of 20.1% compared to 2020. Between 2018 and 2021, imports decreased by 43.7%, equating to an annualized rate of 17.4%.

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

From 2018 to 2021, Germany, China, and Italy were the main markets for Czechia's imports of moulds for rubber or plastics in kind. Germany accounted for 37.3% of imports, China for 21.1%, and Italy for 8.7%, together comprising 67.2% of total flows.

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

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

Imports in value, M $ US

Imported volumes of moulds for rubber or plastics in Czechia have declined for the third consecutive year. In 2021, imports amounted to 329.1 million US dollars, showing a reduction of 8.3% compared to 2020. Over the period 2018-2021, imports decreased by 16.6%, with a compound annual growth rate of 5.9%.

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

In the years 2018-2021, Germany, China, and South Korea accounted for the largest share of imports in value terms. Germany represented 34.8% of imports, China 22.3%, and South Korea 7.1%, together comprising 64.3% of total flows.

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

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