Plastic household articles and hygienic or toilet articles market in Spain

Earlier Report Observations

From 2018 to 2020, the market for plastic household and hygienic articles in Spain expanded from 52 thousand tons to 58 thousand tons, with its value rising from $204 million to $217 million. This growth was primarily fueled by increasing urbanization, which boosted demand for compact and multi-functional plastic home products. The COVID-19 pandemic in 2020 further accelerated demand for cleaning supplies and hygienic items like soap dispensers and disinfection containers, as heightened health awareness shifted consumer behavior.

Starting in 2021, the introduction of European and national regulations, including Law 7/2022, mandated labeling for hygienic products and set reduction targets for single-use plastics. These sustainability‑driven measures prompted a market shift toward more eco‑friendly packaging and products. Although physical market volume dipped slightly in 2021–2022, the market value continued climbing to $275 million in 2022, reflecting a move toward higher‑value items and increased investment in circular‑economy technologies.

In 2023 and 2024, the market resumed volume growth, reaching 72 thousand tons in 2024, valued at $315 million. This recovery was supported by persistent demand for cleaning and personal‑care products, coupled with packaging innovations that incorporated biomaterials and recycled plastics. Manufacturers adapted their strategies to meet consumer preferences for practical, environmentally responsible packaging, while e‑commerce remained a key distribution channel.

Production plastic household and hygienic articles in Spain

In value, 2017-2020, M $ US

Spain's production of plastic household and hygienic articles has grown for the third year in a row. In 2020, output reached 231.8 million US dollars, marking a 9.5% increase from the previous year. From 2017 to 2020, production rose by 29.2%, which translates to an average annual growth rate of 8.9%.

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

In kind, 2017-2020, t

Spain's production of plastic household and hygienic articles has increased for the third consecutive year. In 2020, the country produced 58 819 tonnes, showing a modest 2.9% rise compared to 2019. Over the 2017-2020 period, production grew by 68.7%, with a compound annual growth rate of 19.0%.

Annual dynamics of production in Spain in kind, 2017-2020, t

Exports plastic household and hygienic articles from Spain

Exports in kind, t

Spain's exports of plastic household and hygienic articles have risen for the third year in a row. In 2020, export volume totaled 33 463 tonnes, reflecting a strong 14.4% increase from the previous year. Between 2017 and 2020, exports grew by 41.7%, equivalent to an annualized rate of 12.3%.

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

From 2017 to 2020, the three main markets—France, Italy, and Portugal—collectively accounted for 55.0% of Spain's total exports of plastic household and hygienic articles by volume.

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

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

Exports in value, M $ US

Spain's exports of plastic household and hygienic articles have increased for the third consecutive year. In 2020, exports amounted to 163.6 million US dollars, up 12.9% from 2019. Between 2017 and 2020, exports rose by 47.8%, corresponding to an annualized growth rate of 13.9%.

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

From 2017 to 2020, France, Portugal, and Italy were the top destinations for Spain's exports by value. France accounted for 27.4% of export value, Portugal for 16.3%, and Italy for 13.8%. Together, these three countries made up 57.6% of total export flows.

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

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

Imports plastic household and hygienic articles to Spain

Imports in kind, t

Spain's imports of plastic household and hygienic articles declined for the second consecutive year. In 2020, import volume reached 33 099 tonnes, down 1.1% from 2019. Over the 2017-2020 period, imports increased by 4.2%, with an annualized rate of 1.4%. The highest volume was recorded in 2018 at 35 000 tonnes. In 2019, imports saw the largest decline of 4.4%, while 2018 had the biggest increase of 10.2%.

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

Between 2017 and 2020, China, Italy, and Portugal were the leading suppliers of plastic household and hygienic articles to Spain by volume. China accounted for 33.9% of imports, Italy for 21.4%, and Portugal for 6.6%. Their combined share reached 61.9% of total imports.

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

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

Imports in value, M $ US

In 2020, Spain's imports of plastic household and hygienic articles stood at 148.9 million US dollars, representing a moderate 6.5% increase from 2019. Over the 2017-2020 period, imports grew by 6.5%, with a compound annual growth rate of 2.1%. The largest decline occurred in 2019, with a drop of 3.4%.

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

From 2017 to 2020, China, Italy, and Germany were the top suppliers to Spain by value. China accounted for 33.8% of import value, Italy for 16.9%, and Germany for 6.7%. Together, these three countries comprised 57.4% of total imports.

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

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