Rubber and plastics extruders market in Germany

Earlier Report Observations

The German market for rubber and plastics extruders began the period with a volume of 3 324 units in 2018, supported by established manufacturers like KraussMaffei. However, it contracted sharply to 2 303 units in 2019 and further to 1 936 units in 2020, primarily due to global supply chain disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, which constrained production and deliveries.

A strong rebound followed, with market volume climbing to 2 784 units in 2021, driven by a heightened focus on sustainable materials and recycling, which increased demand for energy-efficient extrusion machines. Growth continued, reaching 3 443 units in 2022 and 3 873 units in 2023, fueled by sustained demand from the automotive industry for lighter materials and technological innovations, including the acquisition of Extrusion Technology Group by Davis Standard in early 2024, which strengthened advanced system offerings.

In 2024, the market volume declined to 3 235 units, even as key drivers such as demand from construction and automotive sectors and the trend toward sustainable products remained relevant. Manufacturers continued to focus on developing energy-efficient and versatile extruders to meet evolving market requirements.

Production rubber and plastics extruders in Germany

In value, 2017-2020, M $ US

Germany's production of rubber and plastics extruders declined for the second consecutive year. In 2020, output was valued at 1 315 million US dollars, showing a slight decrease of 0.7% compared to 2019. The largest decline occurred in 2019, with a drop of 7.7%, while the highest value was recorded in 2018 at 1 434 million US dollars, which represented an increase of 9.9% from the previous year.

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

In kind, 2017-2020, unit

Germany's production of rubber and plastics extruders declined for the third consecutive year. In 2020, 3 536 units were produced, marking a significant decrease of 10.6% compared to the previous year. Over the period from 2017 to 2020, production fell by 24.6%, with an average annual decline of 9.0%.

Annual dynamics of production in Germany in kind, 2017-2020, unit

Exports rubber and plastics extruders from Germany

Exports in kind, unit

Germany's volume of rubber and plastics extruders exports increased for the second consecutive year. In 2020, exports reached 1 940 units, remaining relatively stable year-over-year. The lowest value was recorded in 2018 at 1 602 units, which saw the largest decline of 16.3%. The largest increase occurred in 2019, with a rise of 20.8%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Germany in kind, 2017-2020, unit

An analysis of exports in kind from 2017 to 2020 reveals a broad distribution across many markets. The United States accounted for 16.0% of exports, China for 10.6%, and Poland for 5.2%, together making up 31.8% of total flows. The remaining 68.2% was distributed among other partners.

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

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

Exports in value, M $ US

Exports of rubber and plastics extruders from Germany increased for the third consecutive year. In 2020, exports amounted to 989.3 million US dollars, representing a notable rise of 19.8% compared to the previous year. Between 2017 and 2020, exports grew by 28.4%, with an average annual increase of 8.7%.

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

The structure of exports in value terms from 2017 to 2020 can be described as diversified. China accounted for 19.6% of exports, the United States for 16.5%, and India for 4.7%, together comprising 40.9% of total flows. No single country held a clearly dominant position.

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

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

Imports rubber and plastics extruders to Germany

Imports in kind, unit

After a two-year decline, Germany's volume of rubber and plastics extruders imports increased. In 2020, imports totaled approximately 340 units, indicating a substantial uptick of 20.6% compared to the previous year. The lowest value was recorded in 2019 at 282 units. Between 2017 and 2020, imports decreased by 68.2%, with an average annual decline of 31.8%. The largest drop occurred in 2018, with a decrease of 59.4%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Germany in kind, 2017-2020, unit

From 2017 to 2020, the United States accounted for 30.8% of imports in kind, China for 24.8%, and Switzerland for 8.3%, together comprising the largest share at 63.9% of total flows.

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

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

Imports in value, M $ US

Imports of rubber and plastics extruders into Germany declined for the second consecutive year. In 2020, imports were valued at 45.5 million US dollars, marking a robust decrease of 21.8% compared to the previous year. The highest value was recorded in 2018 at 61.2 million US dollars, which saw the largest increase of 62.5%. Between 2017 and 2020, imports increased by 20.8%, with an average annual rise of 6.5%.

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

From 2017 to 2020, Italy accounted for 20.1% of imports in value terms, Austria for 18.0%, and Slovakia for 14.5%, together comprising the largest share at 52.6% of total flows.

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

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