Rigid plastic tubes, pipes and hoses market in Sweden

Earlier Report Observations

From 2018, the Swedish market for rigid plastic tubes, pipes and hoses was shaped by increasing environmental regulations and a focus on sustainability, which drove technological integration and specialization. The expansion of domestic producer LK Pex in Ulricehamn, strengthening local production of high-quality PE-Xa and PE-RT pipes for heating and plumbing, supported the industry's development. By 2020, the implementation of EU directives into Swedish law affected product rules and safety requirements, influencing market access. In that year, production stood at 97.8 thousand tons with a market size of 93.9 thousand tons.

Market growth accelerated in 2021, with production rising to 104.9 thousand tons and market value reaching $319.5 million. This surge was supported by a rapid increase in European consumption, which grew by approximately 9.7%, boosting domestic output. The trend peaked in 2022 when a national ban on certain single-use plastics, including expanded polystyrene products, came into force on January 1, reflecting tightened environmental mandates. Investments by Swedish manufacturers like LK Pex in production capacity and innovation helped meet new quality and sustainability demands during this period.

After the 2022 peak, a moderation was observed in 2023, with production declining to 93.7 thousand tons and market size dropping to 90.6 thousand tons. Continued pressure from EU rules and national environmental measures, including labeling and packaging requirements, influenced market development. By 2024, consumption in the EU began to recover from two years of decline, supported by ongoing investments by leading Swedish firms and a mature market dynamic focused on sustainability and specialized products.

Production rigid plastic tubes, pipes and hoses in Sweden

In value, 2017-2020, M $ US

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

In kind, 2017-2020, t

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

Exports rigid plastic tubes, pipes and hoses from Sweden

Exports in kind, t

In 2020, Sweden exported 25,090 tonnes of rigid plastic tubes, pipes, and hoses, representing an 11.4% increase compared to the previous year. Looking at the period from 2017 to 2020, exports decreased by 10.7%, which translates to an average annual decline of 3.7%. The lowest export volume was recorded in 2019 at 22,529 tonnes, while the peak occurred in 2018 with 29,449 tonnes. The most significant drop was observed in 2019, when exports fell by 23.5%.

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

From 2017 to 2020, Finland, Denmark, and Norway consistently led Sweden's export structure in terms of volume. Finland accounted for 35.3% of exports, Denmark for 29.5%, and Norway for 24.0%. Together, these three countries represented 88.8% of Sweden's total export flows in this category.

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

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

Exports in value, K $ US

In 2020, Sweden's exports of rigid plastic tubes, pipes, and hoses reached 88,656 thousand US dollars, showing a modest increase of 7.5% from 2019. Over the 2017-2020 period, exports grew by 8%, with a compound annual growth rate of 2.6%. The highest value was recorded in 2018 at 91,679 thousand US dollars. The largest decline occurred in 2019 with a 10.0% drop, while the most significant increase was in 2018, rising by 11.6%.

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

Between 2017 and 2020, Finland, Denmark, and Norway remained the top destinations for Sweden's exports in value terms. Finland contributed 33.2% of the export value, Denmark 28.4%, and Norway 18.0%. Collectively, these three countries made up 79.5% of Sweden's total export value in this sector.

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

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

Imports rigid plastic tubes, pipes and hoses to Sweden

Imports in kind, t

In 2020, Sweden imported 21,192 tonnes of rigid plastic tubes, pipes, and hoses, marking an 11.4% decrease from the previous year. From 2017 to 2020, imports fell by 24.3%, averaging an annual decline of 8.9%. The most substantial reduction was in 2018, with a 17.1% drop, while imports saw a slight increase of 3.1% in 2019.

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

During the 2017-2020 period, Norway, Denmark, and Finland were the primary sources for Sweden's imports in terms of volume. Norway accounted for 23.8% of imports, Denmark for 20.7%, and Finland for 12.6%. Together, these three countries supplied 57.2% of Sweden's total import volume in this category.

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

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

Imports in value, K $ US

In 2020, Sweden's imports of rigid plastic tubes, pipes, and hoses amounted to 77,259 thousand US dollars, reflecting a moderate decline of 4.7% compared to the previous year. Over the 2017-2020 span, imports decreased by 14.2%, with a compound annual decline rate of 5.0%. The largest drop was recorded in 2018 at 12.0%, while imports increased by 2.4% in 2019.

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

From 2017 to 2020, Denmark, Norway, and Germany were the key partners in Sweden's import structure by value. Denmark represented 19.3% of import value, Norway 16.9%, and Germany 16.0%. Combined, these three countries accounted for 52.1% of Sweden's total import value in this sector.

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

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