Rubber gaskets, washers and seals market in Poland

Earlier Report Observations

The market for rubber gaskets, washers and seals in Poland saw substantial growth in its early years, with volume increasing from 28 135 t in 2018 to 35 188 t in 2019. This expansion was primarily driven by rising demand from the domestic automotive and construction industries, which heavily utilize these components. The trend reversed sharply in 2020 when market volume fell to 24 748 t, a direct consequence of supply chain disruptions and altered consumer behavior during the COVID-19 pandemic.

A strong rebound occurred in 2021, lifting the market volume to 32 478 t, reflecting a post-pandemic recovery. The following years were characterized by volatility: volume declined to 26 626 t in 2022 and further to 24 725 t in 2023, before rising again to 29 094 t in 2024. This period saw no reported major legislative changes, shifts in consumer preferences, or significant new market entrants that could explain the fluctuations, suggesting other macroeconomic or industry-specific influences were at play.

Throughout the entire period from 2018 to 2024, Poland consistently held a strong position as a major producer and exporter within the European Union, accounting for approximately 12% of EU production. This export-oriented structure of the industry remained a constant backdrop, influencing domestic market dynamics alongside the broader demand cycles and disruptions.

Production rubber gaskets, washers and seals in Poland

In value, 2017-2020, M $ US

Poland's production of rubber gaskets, washers, and seals declined for the third consecutive year. In 2020, output was valued at 426.8 million US dollars, which is 1.0% lower than in 2019. Over the period from 2017 to 2020, production decreased by 13.8%, with a compound annual growth rate of 4.8%.

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

In kind, 2017-2020, t

Rubber gaskets, washers, and seals production in Poland increased for the second consecutive year. In 2020, Poland produced 57 654 tonnes, up by 6.9% compared to 2019. Between 2017 and 2020, production rose by 11.3%, equating to an annualized rate of 3.6%. The lowest output was recorded in 2018 at 47 220 tonnes, with the largest decline of 8.8% that year. The largest increase occurred in 2019, at 14.2%.

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

Exports rubber gaskets, washers and seals from Poland

Exports in kind, t

In 2020, Poland exported 62 992 tonnes of rubber gaskets, washers, and seals, up by 20.0% from 2019. Between 2017 and 2020, exports increased by 22%, equating to an annualized rate of 6.9%. The largest decline was recorded in 2019, at 11.8%.

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

From 2017 to 2020, the three largest markets for Poland's exports in kind were Germany, the Netherlands, and France, which together accounted for 51.3% of total flows.

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

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

Exports in value, M $ US

Poland exported 543.2 million US dollars worth of rubber gaskets, washers, and seals in 2020, up by 4.1% compared to 2019. Over the period from 2017 to 2020, exports increased by 8.6%, with a compound annual growth rate of 2.8%. The highest value was recorded in 2018 at 605.7 million US dollars, with the largest increase of 21.1% that year. The largest decline occurred in 2019, at 13.9%.

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

From 2017 to 2020, Germany, France, and the United Kingdom were the largest buyers of rubber gaskets, washers, and seals from Poland in value terms, accounting for 27.6%, 13.6%, and 9.6% of exports, respectively. Together, they formed 50.8% of total exports in value terms.

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

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

Imports rubber gaskets, washers and seals to Poland

Imports in kind, t

Rubber gaskets, washers, and seals imports into Poland declined for the third consecutive year. In 2020, imports amounted to 30 086 tonnes, marking a fall of 10.8% compared to 2019. Between 2017 and 2020, imports decreased by 33.3%, equating to an annualized rate of 12.6%.

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

Over the period from 2017 to 2020, Germany, Italy, and Czechia were the leading sources for Poland's imports in kind, with shares of 37.8%, 9.6%, and 6.8%, respectively. Together, they accounted for 54.2% of total flows.

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

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

Imports in value, M $ US

Rubber gaskets, washers, and seals shipments into Poland from abroad declined for the second consecutive year. In 2020, imports reached 312.7 million US dollars, representing a 6.1% contraction compared to 2019. The highest value was recorded in 2018 at 353.5 million US dollars, with the largest increase of 13.4% that year.

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

In the period from 2017 to 2020, Germany, France, and Italy led the structure of Poland's imports in value terms, with shares of 33.8%, 10.2%, and 9.7%, respectively. Together, they represented 53.8% of total flows.

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

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