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

Earlier Report Observations

From 2018 to 2020, the Spanish market for large plastic containers was characterized by a strong focus on quality, safety certifications, and customized solutions for industrial, marine, and military applications. The presence of specialized manufacturers offering rotationally molded tanks with specific designs and compliance with international standards like ISO 9001 shaped the industry. Regulatory developments, particularly the APQ006 safety norms requiring containment pallets for hazardous liquids, influenced production standards. By 2020, direct impacts from new European legislation on chemical safety labeling required manufacturers to adapt, coinciding with a temporary contraction in market volume to 34 929 t. The COVID-19 pandemic simultaneously altered demand patterns, increasing the need for secure storage solutions for chemicals and liquids.

A recovery and expansion phase followed from 2021 to 2022. Market volume rebounded to 43 984 t in 2021, driven primarily by rising demand for tanks used in potable water storage and the agri-food sector, alongside a growing industry focus on recycled and sustainable materials in line with European circular economy policies. Growth accelerated in 2022, with market volume reaching 53 843 t. This surge was supported by an increased supply of polyethylene fuel tanks with CE and ISO certifications for marine and terrestrial use, enhancing market acceptance. New European regulations on plastic product traceability and labeling further influenced manufacturing and commercialization during this period.

After the 2022 peak, market volume adjusted to 44 300 t in 2023 and 42 682 t in 2024, indicating a stabilization phase. Throughout this correction, the market's value remained elevated, consistently above $160 million USD annually, suggesting sustained demand for higher-value or more specialized products despite fluctuations in physical volume.

Production plastic reservoirs with capacity >300 litres in Spain

In value, 2017-2020, M $ US

After two years of growth, production of plastic reservoirs, tanks, vats, and similar containers with a capacity exceeding 300 liters in Spain experienced a decline. In 2020, the output was valued at 122.7 million US dollars, marking a significant contraction of 10.2% compared to the previous year. Over the period from 2017 to 2020, production increased by 5.9%, which translates to an annualized growth rate of 1.9%. The highest value was recorded in 2019 at 136.7 million US dollars, with the largest increase occurring in 2018 at 8.9%.

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

In kind, 2017-2020, t

Production of plastic reservoirs, tanks, vats, and similar containers with a capacity over 300 liters in Spain declined for the third consecutive year. In 2020, Spain produced 37,006 tons, showing a gradual reduction of 8.1% compared to 2019. From 2017 to 2020, production decreased by 10.5%, with a compound annual growth rate of -3.6%.

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

Exports plastic reservoirs with capacity >300 litres from Spain

Exports in kind, t

Cross-border shipments of plastic reservoirs, tanks, vats, and similar containers with a capacity exceeding 300 liters from Spain increased for the third year in a row. In 2020, export volume reached 7,415 tons, representing a 2.0% rise compared to 2019. Over the 2017-2020 period, exports grew by 73.6%, with a compound annual growth rate of 20.2%.

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

From 2017 to 2020, France, Portugal, and Ghana were the primary markets for Spain's exports in kind of plastic reservoirs, tanks, vats, and similar containers with a capacity over 300 liters. France accounted for 48.0% of exports, Portugal for 22.9%, and Ghana for 5.3%, collectively representing 76.1% of total flows.

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, K $ US

Following a two-year uptick, Spain's export volume of plastic reservoirs, tanks, vats, and similar containers with a capacity exceeding 300 liters declined. In 2020, exports amounted to 37.468 million US dollars, reflecting a 1.0% decrease compared to 2019. Over the 2017-2020 period, exports increased by 66.3%, with a compound annual growth rate of 18.5%. The peak value was recorded in 2019 at 37.857 million US dollars, and the largest increase occurred in 2018 at 38.7%.

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

Between 2017 and 2020, the leading destinations for Spain's exports in value terms of plastic reservoirs, tanks, vats, and similar containers with a capacity over 300 liters were France, Portugal, and the United States. France held a 52.5% share, Portugal 15.6%, and the United States 4.1%, together accounting for 72.2% of total 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 reservoirs with capacity >300 litres to Spain

Imports in kind, t

Imports of plastic reservoirs, tanks, vats, and similar containers with a capacity exceeding 300 liters into Spain declined for the third consecutive year. In 2020, imports stood at 5,339 tons, reflecting an 11.6% decrease compared to 2019. Over the 2017-2020 period, imports decreased by 14.3%, with a compound annual growth rate of -5.0%.

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

From 2017 to 2020, France played a dominant role in Spain's imports in kind of plastic reservoirs, tanks, vats, and similar containers with a capacity over 300 liters, accounting for 74.7% of total flows, while the remainder was distributed among other partners.

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, K $ US

Deliveries of plastic reservoirs, tanks, vats, and similar containers with a capacity exceeding 300 liters to Spain declined for the second consecutive year. In 2020, imports totaled 17.857 million US dollars, indicating a gradual drop of 5.9% relative to the prior year. The highest value was recorded in 2018 at 19.080 million US dollars, with the largest increase also occurring in 2018 at 7.0%.

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

Between 2017 and 2020, France, Germany, and Italy were the largest suppliers of plastic reservoirs, tanks, vats, and similar containers with a capacity over 300 liters to Spain in value terms. France accounted for 60.7% of imports, Germany for 15.9%, and Italy for 11.0%, collectively forming 87.7% 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