Rigid plastic tubes, pipes and hoses of PP market in Sweden

Earlier Report Observations

The market for rigid plastic tubes, pipes and hoses of polypropylene in Sweden saw significant growth in volume from 8 417 t in 2018 to over 13 000 t by 2020-2022. This initial expansion was supported by an industry shift toward more environmentally friendly polymers, notably the replacement of PVC with polyolefins like PP in medical tubing applications, as demonstrated by regional player Primo. Improved market acceptance of PVC products, following addressed historical environmental concerns, also contributed to a broader positive environment for plastic pipe systems.

After reaching a peak, market volume experienced a stabilization phase and a moderate contraction to 11 757 t in 2023. The market value in monetary terms followed a similar trajectory, rising steadily until 2022 before a correction.

A recovery to 13 468 t occurred in 2024, propelled by increased demand for rigid pre-insulated pipe systems needed for energy-efficient district heating and cooling infrastructure expansion across Sweden. Concurrently, major industry developments such as Veolia's expansion of its PlastiLoop program for recycled polymers influenced material supply chains, while new national regulations like the ban on single-use plastic cups further shaped the market's focus on sustainable material innovation.

Production rigid plastic tubes, pipes and hoses of PP in Sweden

In value, 2017-2020, K $ US

In 2020, Sweden's output of rigid plastic tubes, pipes, and hoses made from polypropylene was valued at 54,779 thousand US dollars, marking an 8.3% decrease from the previous year. Looking at the broader period from 2017 to 2020, production actually grew by 28.8%, which translates to an annualized growth rate of 8.8%.

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

In kind, 2017-2020, t

In 2020, Sweden produced 14,677 tonnes of rigid plastic tubes, pipes, and hoses made from polypropylene, showing a modest decline of 4.6% compared to 2019. Over the four-year span from 2017 to 2020, production increased by 6.6%, with a compound annual growth rate of 2.2%.

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

Exports rigid plastic tubes, pipes and hoses of PP from Sweden

Exports in kind, t

Sweden's exports of rigid plastic tubes, pipes, and hoses made from polypropylene declined for the second year in a row. In 2020, the country shipped 7,979 tonnes abroad, which was 2.6% lower than the previous year. From 2017 to 2020, exports fell by 22.2%, with a compound annual decline of 8.0%. The peak was in 2018 at 11,432 tonnes, followed by the largest drop of 28.3% in 2019. In contrast, 2018 saw the biggest increase of 11.5%.

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

Between 2017 and 2020, Denmark, Norway, and Finland were the top destinations for Sweden's exports of rigid plastic tubes, pipes, and hoses made from polypropylene in volume terms. Denmark accounted for 46.1% of exports, Norway for 23.5%, and Finland for 20.9%, together making up 90.4% of total export flows.

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

Sweden's export value of rigid plastic tubes, pipes, and hoses made from polypropylene fell for the second consecutive year. In 2020, exports totaled 27,234 thousand US dollars, down 0.9% from the previous year. Over the period from 2017 to 2020, exports decreased by 2.4%, with a compound annual decline of 0.8%. The highest value was recorded in 2018 at 31,952 thousand US dollars, while 2019 saw the largest decline of 14.0%. In 2018, exports also experienced the biggest increase of 14.5%.

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

From 2017 to 2020, Denmark, Finland, and Norway were the primary markets for Sweden's exports of rigid plastic tubes, pipes, and hoses made from polypropylene in value terms. Denmark led with 50.3% of exports, followed by Finland at 22.4%, and Norway at 17.1%, collectively accounting for 89.8% of total export value.

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 of PP to Sweden

Imports in kind, t

After two years of growth, Sweden's imports of rigid plastic tubes, pipes, and hoses made from polypropylene declined. In 2020, imports amounted to 6,474 tonnes, representing an 11.8% decrease from the previous year. Over the 2017-2020 period, imports fell by 3.1%, with a compound annual decline of 1.0%. The highest volume was in 2019 at 7,344 tonnes, which also saw the largest increase of 9.4%.

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

Between 2017 and 2020, Norway, Finland, and Lithuania were the main sources for Sweden's imports of rigid plastic tubes, pipes, and hoses made from polypropylene in volume terms. Norway contributed 31.0% of imports, Finland 17.5%, and Lithuania 13.5%, together making up 62.0% of total import volume.

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

Following two years of gains, Sweden's imports of rigid plastic tubes, pipes, and hoses made from polypropylene in value terms declined. In 2020, imports were approximately 19,018 thousand US dollars, which is 12.4% less than the previous year. From 2017 to 2020, imports decreased by 5.5%, equating to an annualized decline of 1.9%. The peak value was in 2019 at 21,720 thousand US dollars, which also recorded the largest increase of 5.0%.

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

From 2017 to 2020, Norway, Finland, and Italy were the key markets for Sweden's imports of rigid plastic tubes, pipes, and hoses made from polypropylene in value terms, together accounting for 54.4% of total import value.

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

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