Plastic fittings for tubes and pipes market in Portugal

Earlier Report Observations

The market for plastic tube, pipe and hose fittings in Portugal expanded from 5 869 t in 2018 to 9 248 t in 2021. This sustained growth was primarily driven by ongoing urbanization and infrastructure development, which boosted demand for pipes in water supply, sanitation, and irrigation projects. Innovation from established players like KOUVIDIS, which launched a second generation of color-identified plastic pipes in 2018 and smaller diameter pipes in 2019, enhanced product offerings. Additionally, Dow's investment in technological modernization at its Estarreja site in 2019 supported the production of raw materials for the plastics industry.

After peaking in 2021, market volume fluctuated, declining to 7 514 t in 2022, recovering to 8 737 t in 2023, and falling to 7 584 t in 2024. This period saw the entry of new players, with Thailand's SCG Chemicals acquiring a 70% stake in Portuguese recycler Sirplaste in 2022 and planning a capacity expansion. Technological advancements continued, such as Bausano's new PVC pipe production technology introduced in 2022. Regulatory changes, including Portugal's ban on single-use plastic products effective from November 2021 and EU proposals to revise packaging waste rules, introduced new compliance dynamics. Market consolidation further shaped the landscape with Supreme Industries acquiring Orbia Wavin's pipe and fittings business in 2024.

The market's evolution was consistently influenced by a shift towards circular economy objectives. European and national regulations were updated in 2023 for recycled plastics in food contact applications, reinforcing sustainability trends. Ongoing advancements in PVC pipe technology and a focus on durable, recyclable solutions maintained industry interest amid volume changes.

Production plastic fittings for tubes and pipes in Portugal

In value, 2018-2021, K $ US

Portugal's production of plastic fittings for tubes and pipes has increased for the second consecutive year. In 2021, output reached 47 633 K $ US, marking a strong gain of 22.0% compared to the previous year. Over the period from 2018 to 2021, production grew by 35.2%, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.6%. The lowest value was recorded in 2019 at 32 412 K $ US, which also saw the largest decline of 8.0%.

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

In kind, 2018-2021, t

Portugal's production volume of plastic fittings for tubes and pipes has risen for the second year in a row. In 2021, 9 369 tonnes were produced, showing a gain of 22.3% versus the previous year. From 2018 to 2021, production increased by 41.9%, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 12.4%. The minimum volume was recorded in 2019 at 6 284 tonnes, which also experienced the largest decline of 4.8%.

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

Exports plastic fittings for tubes and pipes from Portugal

Exports in kind, t

Exports of plastic fittings for tubes and pipes from Portugal have increased for the second consecutive year. In 2021, exports reached 6 485 tonnes, up by 12.3% compared to the previous year. Over the period from 2018 to 2021, exports grew by 9.6%, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.1%. The lowest export volume was recorded in 2019 at 5 232 tonnes, which also saw the largest decline of 11.6%.

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

From 2018 to 2021, France, Spain, and the Netherlands were the main markets for Portugal's exports of plastic fittings for tubes and pipes in kind. France accounted for 24.8% of exports, Spain for 15.3%, and the Netherlands for 11.7%. Together, these three countries represented 51.8% 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

Cross-border shipments of plastic fittings for tubes and pipes from Portugal have increased for the second consecutive year. In 2021, exports registered 38 016 K $ US, indicating a notable increase of 19.7% compared to 2020. Between 2018 and 2021, exports grew by 9.2%, equating to an annualized rate of 3.0%. The minimum value was recorded in 2019 at 28 617 K $ US, which also experienced the largest decline of 17.8%.

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

During 2018–2021, France, Spain, and the Netherlands were important buyers of plastic fittings for tubes and pipes from Portugal in value terms. France accounted for 20.4% of exports, Spain for 14.5%, and the Netherlands for 11.5%. Their combined share reached 46.4% of total exports, with the remaining 53.6% distributed among many other partners.

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

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

Imports plastic fittings for tubes and pipes to Portugal

Imports in kind, t

Imports of plastic fittings for tubes and pipes into Portugal have increased for the third consecutive year. In 2021, imports amounted to 6 364 tonnes, corresponding to a rise of 14.7% year-over-year. Over the period from 2018 to 2021, imports grew by 22.7%, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.1%.

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

In 2018–2021, the leading sources for imports in kind of plastic fittings for tubes and pipes to Portugal were Spain, Italy, and Germany. Spain accounted for 52.7% of imports, Italy for 13.8%, and Germany for 10.0%. Together, these three countries represented 76.5% 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

Imports of plastic fittings for tubes and pipes into Portugal have increased for the third consecutive year. In 2021, imports totalled 69 923 K $ US, showing a significant increase of 22.1% from 2020. Over the period from 2018 to 2021, imports grew by 27.3%, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.4%.

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

Throughout 2018–2021, Spain, Germany, and Italy formed the core group of markets for imports in value terms of plastic fittings for tubes and pipes into Portugal. Spain accounted for 39.9% of imports, Germany for 31.5%, and Italy for 9.2%. Together, these three countries represented 80.7% 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