Not reinforced flexible tubes and hoses with fittings market in Czechia

Earlier Report Observations

Between 2018 and 2021, the Czech market for not reinforced flexible tubes and hoses with fittings experienced strong growth, with its value increasing from 13.1 million USD to 31.7 million USD. This expansion was supported by the widespread adoption of plastic piping systems in water and sewage infrastructure, where plastics displaced metal due to easier installation and longer service life. Key technological drivers included the introduction of improved polypropylene PP-RCT for higher temperature resistance, multi-layer plastic pipes with reduced linear expansion, and innovative products enabling trenchless laying methods, which broadened application areas and stimulated demand.

After 2021, the market value entered a downward trajectory, falling to 30.2 million USD in 2022 and further to 10.8 million USD in 2024. Industry developments during this period included continued modernization of production capacities, such as FV Plast's expansion in 2022, and a focus on advanced multi-layer and flexible pipes for demanding applications. However, these factors did not reverse the overall contraction in market size, which marked a shift from the previous growth phase.

Production not reinforced flexible tubes and hoses with fittings in Czechia

In value, 2018-2021, K $ US

Czechia's production of not reinforced flexible tubes and hoses with fittings has increased for the second consecutive year. In 2021, output was valued at 25 056 thousand US dollars, marking a 25.1% rise compared to the previous year. Production reached its lowest point in 2019 at 19 228 thousand US dollars, with the largest decline that year at 1.3%. Between 2018 and 2021, overall production grew by 28.6%, equating to an annualized rate of 8.7%.

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

In kind, 2018-2021, t

Production of not reinforced flexible tubes and hoses with fittings in Czechia has increased for the third consecutive year. In 2021, 12 044 tonnes were produced, up by 2.6% year-on-year. Over the period from 2018 to 2021, production rose by 9.2%, with a compound annual growth rate of 3.0%.

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

Exports not reinforced flexible tubes and hoses with fittings from Czechia

Exports in kind, t

Export volumes of not reinforced flexible tubes and hoses with fittings from Czechia have increased for the second consecutive year. In 2021, Czechia exported 6 616 tonnes, which is 4.8% higher than the previous year. The lowest volume was recorded in 2019 at 5 797 tonnes, with the largest decline that year at 13.9%. The largest increase occurred in 2020, with an 8.9% rise.

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

From 2018 to 2021, Poland, Slovakia, and Austria were the main destinations for Czechia's exports of not reinforced flexible tubes and hoses with fittings in kind. Poland accounted for 36.2% of exports, Slovakia for 20.3%, and Austria for 10.0%, together absorbing 66.5% of total export volumes.

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, K $ US

Exports of not reinforced flexible tubes and hoses with fittings from Czechia have increased for the third consecutive year. In 2021, exports were recorded at 25 400 thousand US dollars, showing a strong rise of 16.9% year-on-year. Between 2018 and 2021, exports grew by 19.2%, equating to an annualized rate of 6.0%.

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

Throughout 2018 to 2021, Slovakia, Poland, and Germany formed the key group of partners for Czechia's exports of not reinforced flexible tubes and hoses with fittings in value terms. Slovakia represented 23.0% of exports, Poland 22.4%, and Germany 12.1%, jointly accounting for 57.5% of total export value.

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

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

Imports not reinforced flexible tubes and hoses with fittings to Czechia

Imports in kind, t

Imports of not reinforced flexible tubes and hoses with fittings into Czechia have increased for the third consecutive year. In 2021, imports amounted to 4 619 tonnes, corresponding to a robust advance of 20.6% compared to 2020. Over the period from 2018 to 2021, imports surged by 86.2%, with a compound annual growth rate of 23.0%.

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

From 2018 to 2021, Germany, Poland, and China remained the main sources for Czechia's imports of not reinforced flexible tubes and hoses with fittings in kind. Germany accounted for 59.5% of imports, Poland for 10.8%, and China for 6.2%, jointly representing 76.4% of total import volumes.

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, K $ US

Imports of not reinforced flexible tubes and hoses with fittings into Czechia have increased for the third consecutive year. In 2021, Czechia imported a total of value_last_year thousand US dollars, corresponding to a sharp rise of 41.6% compared to 2020. Between 2018 and 2021, imports grew by 114.4%, equating to an annualized rate of 29.0%.

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

In the period from 2018 to 2021, Germany, Turkey, and China formed the main group of sources for Czechia's imports of not reinforced flexible tubes and hoses with fittings in value terms. Germany accounted for 36.8% of imports, Turkey for 10.7%, and China for 6.6%, with a combined share of 54.1% of total import value.

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

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