Plastic tableware, kitchenware and household articles market in Greece

Earlier Report Observations

Between 2018 and 2020, the market volume for plastic tableware, kitchenware, and household articles in Greece contracted from 32.9 thousand tons to 29.4 thousand tons, while its value declined from $113 million to $100 million. This reduction was primarily due to a significant fall in imports, which dropped by over 3 000 tons, coupled with a concurrent rise in export volumes.

Subsequent years saw a sharp reversal in import trends, with volumes climbing to 26.4 thousand tons by 2024. This resurgence in domestic demand aligned with a period where Greece recorded one of the highest market growth rates in Europe. The expansion was strongly driven by heightened consumer focus on hygiene following the COVID-19 pandemic, which increased the consumption of single-use plastic items. The country also maintained a position as a competitive, low-cost exporter within the European market.

Production plastic tableware, kitchenware and household articles in Greece

In value, 2017-2020, M $ US

In 2020, Greece's production of plastic tableware, kitchenware, and household articles was valued at 149.3 million US dollars, marking a 5.9% increase compared to 2019. Over the period from 2017 to 2020, production grew by 14.9%, which translates to an annualized growth rate of 4.7%. The largest decline occurred in 2019, with a drop of 2.4%, while the most significant increase was recorded in 2018, at 11.1%.

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

In kind, 2017-2020, t

Greece's production of plastic tableware, kitchenware, and household articles has increased for the third consecutive year. In 2020, the country produced 31 324 tonnes, showing a modest rise of 0.8% compared to the previous year. From 2017 to 2020, production expanded by 10.2%, with a compound annual growth rate of 3.3%.

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

Exports plastic tableware, kitchenware and household articles from Greece

Exports in kind, t

In 2020, Greece exported 22 161 tonnes of plastic tableware, kitchenware, and household articles, representing a 12.6% increase from the previous year. Between 2017 and 2020, exports grew by 15.1%, equating to an annualized rate of 4.8%. The largest decline was observed in 2019, with a decrease of 2.8%.

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

From 2017 to 2020, Belgium, Israel, and Italy were the top buyers of plastic tableware, kitchenware, and household articles from Greece, accounting for 15.3%, 13.3%, and 10.2% of exports in kind, respectively. However, their combined share was only 38.8% of total exports in kind, indicating a diversified export structure across multiple countries.

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

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

Exports in value, M $ US

In 2020, Greece's exports of plastic tableware, kitchenware, and household articles reached 125.2 million US dollars, reflecting a robust increase of 13.9% compared to the previous year. Over the 2017-2020 period, exports surged by 23.7%, with an annualized growth rate of 7.4%. The largest decline occurred in 2019, at 5.9%, while the most significant increase was in 2018, with a rise of 15.5%.

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

Between 2017 and 2020, Greece's export market for plastic tableware, kitchenware, and household articles was broad, with Belgium, Germany, and the Netherlands being key buyers. They accounted for 20.9%, 10.5%, and 10.1% of exports in value terms, respectively, but together contributed only 41.5% of total exports. Many other countries held smaller yet notable shares, highlighting a diversified portfolio.

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

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

Imports plastic tableware, kitchenware and household articles to Greece

Imports in kind, t

In 2020, Greece imported 20 199 tonnes of plastic tableware, kitchenware, and household articles, which is 6.1% higher than the previous year. From 2017 to 2020, imports increased by 20.6%, with a compound annual growth rate of 6.4%. The peak volume was recorded in 2018 at 22 204 tonnes. The largest decline occurred in 2019, with a drop of 14.2%, while the most significant increase was in 2018, at 32.6%.

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

During 2017-2020, China, Turkey, and Italy were the primary suppliers of plastic tableware, kitchenware, and household articles to Greece, representing 29.4%, 21.9%, and 10.8% of imports in kind, respectively. Together, they accounted for 62.1% of total imports in kind.

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

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

Imports in value, M $ US

Foreign supplies of plastic tableware, kitchenware, and household articles to Greece declined for the second consecutive year. In 2020, imports amounted to 76.0 million US dollars, showing a slight reduction of 3.0% from the previous year. Over the 2017-2020 period, imports increased by 5.8%, with a compound annual growth rate of 1.9%. The highest value was recorded in 2018 at 85.5 million US dollars. The largest decline occurred in 2019, with an 8.3% drop, while the most significant increase was in 2018, at 19.0%.

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

From 2017 to 2020, China, Turkey, and Italy dominated Greece's imports in value terms, collectively accounting for 56.3% of total import flows.

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

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