Not reinforced or laminated non-cellular PE sheets market in Sweden

Earlier Report Observations

Between 2018 and 2021, the market volume for non-reinforced polyethylene sheets in Sweden grew from 151.2 thousand tonnes to 156.2 thousand tonnes, while its value increased from 356.8 million USD to 395.2 million USD. This expansion was initially supported by the 2018 Swedish sustainability report 'Det går om vi vill,' which outlined frameworks for bio-based plastics and recycling, encouraging production adjustments. The market was further stimulated in 2021 when EU mandates required detailed reporting on non-recycled plastic packaging, introducing fees and elevating material recycling targets, which boosted demand for recyclable PE materials.

In the following years, industry developments continued to emphasize circularity. The 2022 launch of the Circ Pack research project aimed to improve the recyclability of multi-material laminate films by exploring shifts to mono-material designs. By 2024, rising consumer preference for eco-friendly packaging and stringent EU regulations on packaging recycling reporting reinforced the growth of recycled plastic granules, particularly polyethylene, shaping production strategies toward more sustainable solutions.

Production not reinforced or laminated non-cellular PE sheets in Sweden

In value, 2017-2020, M $ US

Sweden's production of not reinforced or laminated non-cellular PE sheets has declined for the third year in a row. In 2020, the output was valued at 428.0 million US dollars, showing a controlled decrease of 4.2% compared to 2019. From 2017 to 2020, production fell by 16.2%, which translates to an average annual decline of 5.7%.

Annual dynamics of production in Sweden in value, 2017-2020, M $ US

In kind, 2017-2020, K t

Sweden's production of not reinforced or laminated non-cellular PE sheets has dropped for the third consecutive year. In 2020, the country produced 177.3 thousand tonnes, marking a decline of 5.6% from the previous year. Over the period from 2017 to 2020, production decreased by 79.9%, with a compound annual growth rate of -41.4%.

Annual dynamics of production in Sweden in kind, 2017-2020, K t

Exports not reinforced or laminated non-cellular PE sheets from Sweden

Exports in kind, K t

Sweden's exports of not reinforced or laminated non-cellular PE sheets have fallen for the third year running. In 2020, exports totaled 93.4 thousand tonnes, reflecting a moderate drop of 5.6% compared to 2019. Between 2017 and 2020, exports decreased by 15.2%, with a compound annual growth rate of -5.3%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Sweden in kind, 2017-2020, K t

From 2017 to 2020, Sweden's exports of not reinforced or laminated non-cellular PE sheets were not heavily concentrated on a few key destinations. Germany accounted for 15.1% of exports in kind, Norway for 13.3%, and Denmark for 8.8%. Together, these three countries represented only 37.2% of total export flows.

Structure of product's exports in kind by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's exports from Sweden in kind, 2017-2020

Exports in value, M $ US

Sweden's exports of not reinforced or laminated non-cellular PE sheets have declined for the second consecutive year. In 2020, exports stood at 248.6 million US dollars, down by 12.8% from the previous year. Over the period from 2017 to 2020, exports decreased by 22%, with a compound annual growth rate of -7.9%. The highest value was recorded in 2018 at 328.9 million US dollars. The largest decline occurred in 2019 with a drop of 13.3%, while the largest increase was in 2018 with a rise of 3.3%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Sweden in value, 2017-2020, M $ US

Between 2017 and 2020, Sweden's exports of not reinforced or laminated non-cellular PE sheets were distributed across a broad range of markets. Germany made up 13.6% of exports in value terms, Norway 12.7%, and Denmark 7.7%. Combined, these three countries accounted for only 34.1% of total export value, with many smaller destinations contributing the remaining 65.9%.

Structure of product's exports in value by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's exports from Sweden in value, 2017-2020

Imports not reinforced or laminated non-cellular PE sheets to Sweden

Imports in kind, K t

Sweden's imports of not reinforced or laminated non-cellular PE sheets have increased for the third year in a row. In 2020, imports reached 68.1 thousand tonnes, showing a gradual uptick of 9.2% year-over-year. From 2017 to 2020, imports grew by 13.7%, equating to an average annual increase of 4.4%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Sweden in kind, 2017-2020, K t

Throughout 2017 to 2020, Finland, Denmark, and Germany were the key partners for Sweden's imports of not reinforced or laminated non-cellular PE sheets in kind. Finland accounted for 24.1% of imports, Denmark for 15.2%, and Germany for 13.3%. Together, they represented 52.6% of total import flows.

Structure of product's imports in kind by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's imports to Sweden in kind, 2017-2020

Imports in value, M $ US

Sweden's imports of not reinforced or laminated non-cellular PE sheets have declined for the second consecutive year. In 2020, imports stood at 166.0 million US dollars, indicating a slight loss of 1.4% year-over-year. Between 2017 and 2020, imports decreased by 4.3%, with an average annual decline of 1.5%. The maximum value was recorded in 2018 at 186.2 million US dollars. The largest decline occurred in 2019 with a drop of 9.6%, while the largest increase was in 2018 with a rise of 7.3%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Sweden in value, 2017-2020, M $ US

Over the period from 2017 to 2020, Finland, Germany, and Denmark stood out as the main markets for Sweden's imports of not reinforced or laminated non-cellular PE sheets in value terms. Finland accounted for 23.4% of imports, Germany for 17.0%, and Denmark for 12.0%. Together, these three countries represented 52.4% of total import flows.

Structure of product's imports in value by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's imports to Sweden in value, 2017-2020