Plastic reservoirs, tanks, vats and similar containers with capacity >300 litres market in Czechia

Earlier Report Observations

The Czech market for large plastic containers grew steadily from 2018 to 2021, reaching a peak volume of over 40 000 t. This expansion was primarily driven by increasing consumer demand for reconditioned IBC containers used for rainwater harvesting and sustainable gardening, supported by a shift toward online sales channels that improved accessibility across the country. Legislative requirements for UN and ADR certifications for transporting dangerous substances ensured a focus on safety and quality, while the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020 further boosted household interest in water storage solutions.

After the sharp rise, the market volume stabilized at around 39 000 t in 2022, then contracted significantly to 25 000 t in 2023 and further to 24 000 t in 2024. The post-pandemic normalization of demand, without new regulatory or competitive drivers, led to this correction. Throughout the period, consumer preferences remained oriented toward certified products for food and drinking water use, with an emphasis on durability and UV resistance.

Production plastic reservoirs with capacity >300 litres in Czechia

In value, 2018-2021, K $ US

Czechia's production of plastic reservoirs, tanks, vats, and similar containers with a capacity exceeding 300 liters has increased for the second year in a row. In 2021, the output was valued at 88 868 thousand US dollars, marking an 18.8% rise compared to 2020. Over the period from 2018 to 2021, production grew by 25.7%, with an average annual growth rate of 7.9%. The lowest value was recorded in 2019 at 70 494 thousand US dollars, which saw a slight decline of 0.3%.

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

In kind, 2018-2021, t

Czechia's production of plastic reservoirs, tanks, vats, and similar containers with a capacity over 300 liters has risen for the third consecutive year. In 2021, the country produced 32 261 tons, representing a sharp increase of 66.4% compared to the previous year. Between 2018 and 2021, production surged by 135.3%, equating to an annualized growth rate of 33.0%.

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

Exports plastic reservoirs with capacity >300 litres from Czechia

Exports in kind, t

Czechia's exports of plastic reservoirs, tanks, vats, and similar containers with a capacity exceeding 300 liters have grown for the third year in a row. In 2021, exports stood at 3 246 tons, up by 9.3% from 2020. From 2018 to 2021, exports increased by 36.2%, with an average annual growth rate of 10.8%.

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

From 2018 to 2021, Germany, Slovakia, and Austria were the principal destinations for Czechia's exports of these containers in kind. Germany accounted for 29.7% of exports, Slovakia for 24.6%, and Austria for 10.1%, together making up 64.5% of total export flows.

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

Czechia's export volume of plastic reservoirs, tanks, vats, and similar containers with a capacity over 300 liters has increased for the third consecutive year. In 2021, exports totaled 19 793 thousand US dollars, reflecting a modest rise of 7.5% compared to 2020. Between 2018 and 2021, exports grew by 29.8%, with an annualized growth rate of 9.1%.

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

Over the period from 2018 to 2021, Germany, Slovakia, and Austria were the main buyers of these containers from Czechia in value terms. Germany represented 27.3% of exports, Slovakia 16.6%, and Austria 16.3%, together comprising 60.2% 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 plastic reservoirs with capacity >300 litres to Czechia

Imports in kind, t

In 2021, Czechia's imports of plastic reservoirs, tanks, vats, and similar containers with a capacity exceeding 300 liters totaled 11 222 tons, marking a substantial increase of 17.1% year-over-year. Between 2018 and 2021, imports rose by 28.7%, with an average annual growth rate of 8.8%. The largest decline occurred in 2020, with a drop of 3.1%.

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

Throughout 2018 to 2021, Germany, Poland, and Austria formed the key group of partners for Czechia's imports of these containers in kind. Germany accounted for 66.3% of imports, Poland for 10.9%, and Austria for 8.6%, jointly representing 85.8% of total import 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, K $ US

Czechia's import volume of plastic reservoirs, tanks, vats, and similar containers with a capacity over 300 liters has increased for the third consecutive year. In 2021, imports reached 30 291 thousand US dollars, amounting to a gain of 17.5% compared to the previous year. Over the period from 2018 to 2021, imports grew by 34.8%, with a compound annual growth rate of 10.5%.

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

From 2018 to 2021, Germany, Poland, and Austria were the main markets for Czechia's imports of these containers in value terms. Germany accounted for 60.1% of imports, Poland for 12.9%, and Austria for 10.4%, together making up 83.4% of total import flows.

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

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