Textile hose piping and tubing market in Lithuania

Earlier Report Observations

The Lithuanian textile hose and tubing market began the period at 296.7 tons in 2018, supported by the entry of new manufacturers like TAHWEEL INTEGRATED COMPANY and an expanding range of plastic pipes and hoses. After a dip to 283 tons in 2019, production rebounded to 321.8 tons in 2020, coinciding with the adoption of new manufacturing technologies that improved product durability and a growing consumer focus on quality and sustainability.

Market volumes stabilized around 306-311 tons during 2021-2022, while high competition spurred the emergence of specialized product segments such as hoses for specific industrial needs. Local manufacturers continued to emphasize quality certifications, particularly for food-grade silicone tubing, maintaining market activity despite fluctuations.

From 2023 onward, the market entered a phase of strong expansion, with volume rising to 343.1 tons in 2023 and further to 402.5 tons in 2024, reflecting sustained growth in demand and production capacity. In value terms, the market increased from 5.2 million USD in 2018 to 9.5 million USD in 2024.

Production textile hose piping and tubing in Lithuania

In value, 2018-2021, K $ US

Lithuania's textile hose piping and tubing production has grown for the second year in a row. In 2021, output reached 7 038 thousand US dollars, an 18.3% increase from the previous year. From 2018 to 2021, production rose by 32.9%, averaging 9.9% annually. The lowest value was recorded in 2019 at 4 603 thousand US dollars, which saw the largest decline of 13.1%. In contrast, the largest increase occurred in 2020 at 29.2%.

Annual dynamics of production in Lithuania in value, 2018-2021, K $ US

In kind, 2018-2021, t

In 2021, Lithuania produced 289.5 tonnes of textile hose piping and tubing, a 1.9% decrease from 2020. Between 2018 and 2021, production fell by 5.8%, with an average annual decline of 2.0%. The lowest volume was in 2019 at 266.2 tonnes, marking the largest drop of 13.4%. The biggest increase was in 2020 at 10.9%.

Annual dynamics of production in Lithuania in kind, 2018-2021, t

Exports textile hose piping and tubing from Lithuania

Exports in kind, kg

Export volumes showed volatility during the observed period. They peaked in 2018 and hit a low in 2019, with a 12-fold difference between these years. In 2021, exports from Lithuania reached 25 911 kg, a 92.1% rise from the prior year. The minimum was in 2019 at 4 881 kg, which saw the largest decline of 91.7%. The largest increase occurred in 2020 at 176.3%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Lithuania in kind, 2018-2021, kg

From 2018 to 2021, Russia and Kazakhstan were the main export partners in kind, together accounting for 80.1% of total flows, with other countries making up the remainder.

Structure of product's exports in kind by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's exports from Lithuania in kind, 2018-2021

Exports in value, K $ US

Export values displayed an unstable trend over the timeframe. They varied significantly, with a peak-to-trough difference of 4 times between 2019 and 2021. In 2021, exports amounted to 507.3 thousand US dollars, an 87.0% increase from 2020. The lowest value was in 2019 at 127.7 thousand US dollars, which experienced the largest decline of 59.5%. The largest increase was in 2020 at 112.4%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Lithuania in value, 2018-2021, K $ US

Between 2018 and 2021, Russia, China, and Kazakhstan were the top buyers of textile hose piping and tubing from Lithuania in value terms. Russia accounted for 64.5% of exports, China for 15.0%, and Kazakhstan for 10.7%, together making up 90.2% of total export value.

Structure of product's exports in value by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's exports from Lithuania in value, 2018-2021

Imports textile hose piping and tubing to Lithuania

Imports in kind, kg

Import volumes showed an unstable trend throughout the period. They reached their highest in 2018 and lowest in 2019, with a 2.2-fold difference. In 2021, imports into Lithuania totaled 42 572 kg, up 6.1% from the previous year. The minimum was in 2019 at 21 627 kg, which saw the largest decline of 54.7%. The largest increase occurred in 2020 at 85.5%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Lithuania in kind, 2018-2021, kg

From 2018 to 2021, China, Germany, and Poland consistently led the import structure in kind. China accounted for 49.1% of imports, Germany for 20.2%, and Poland for 6.9%, together representing 76.2% of total flows.

Structure of product's imports in kind by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's imports to Lithuania in kind, 2018-2021

Imports in value, K $ US

Lithuania's imports of textile hose piping and tubing have increased for the second consecutive year. In 2021, import value reached 275.0 thousand US dollars, a 4.2% rise year-over-year. Between 2018 and 2021, imports grew by 10%, averaging 3.2% annually. The lowest value was in 2019 at 162.3 thousand US dollars, which saw the largest decline of 35.1%. The largest increase was in 2020 at 62.7%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Lithuania in value, 2018-2021, K $ US

Between 2018 and 2021, China, Germany, and France were the leading suppliers of textile hose piping and tubing to Lithuania in value terms. China accounted for 25.3% of imports, Germany for 24.2%, and France for 12.4%, with their combined share reaching 61.9% of total import value.

Structure of product's imports in value by countries, 2018-2021

World map of product's imports to Lithuania in value, 2018-2021