Unlaminated plastics profiles market in the United States

Earlier Report Observations

Market production of unlaminated plastics profiles in the United States increased from 1.28 million tons in 2018 to 1.42 million tons in 2019, then declined to 1.33 million tons in 2020. A sharp rebound followed in 2021, with output reaching 1.73 million tons, before falling again to 1.36 million tons in 2022. The market size in volume terms mirrored this pattern, growing from 1.35 million tons to 1.49 million tons, then dipping to 1.41 million tons, surging to 1.83 million tons, and finally contracting to 1.46 million tons over the same period.

Import volumes rose steadily from 156 000 tons in 2018 to 213 000 tons in 2022, eased to 191 000 tons in 2023, and recovered to 197 000 tons in 2024. Exports fluctuated between 88 000 and 110 000 tons, peaking in 2021 at 110 000 tons before settling at 97 000 tons in 2024. In value terms, the market expanded from $8.6 billion in 2018 to $10.0 billion in 2021, then retreated to $9.3 billion in 2022.

The industry is shaped by major players such as Aliaxis, Mexichem, and Chevron Phillips Chemical. Demand from construction, water management, and infrastructure projects drives market activity, while volatility in polyethylene prices due to oil market shifts and supply chain disruptions affects production costs. Environmental scrutiny and regulations on plastic waste are increasingly influencing market dynamics, pushing for sustainable practices. Technological advancements in polymer science also contribute to product development and efficiency.

Production unlaminated plastics profiles in the United States

In kind, 2017-2020, K t

Following two years of growth, the United States' production of unlaminated plastics profiles experienced a decline. In 2020, output reached 1 334 K t, marking a measured year-over-year decrease of 6.0%. Over the period from 2017 to 2020, production increased by 23.2%, which translates to an annualized growth rate of 7.2%. The peak production level was recorded in 2019 at 1 420 K t, while the largest annual increase occurred in 2018 with a rise of 18.6%.

Annual dynamics of production in the United States in kind, 2017-2020, K t

In value, 2017-2020, M $ US

After two consecutive years of expansion, the United States' production of unlaminated plastics profiles in value terms saw a downturn. In 2020, the output was valued at 8 040 M $ US, reflecting an 8.8% decrease compared to 2019. From 2017 to 2020, production increased by 2.3%, equating to an annualized rate of 0.8%. The highest value was achieved in 2019 at 8 820 M $ US, with the most significant annual increase taking place in 2018 at 7.9%.

Annual dynamics of production in the United States in value, 2017-2020, M $ US

Exports unlaminated plastics profiles from the United States

Exports in kind, K t

Exports of unlaminated plastics profiles from the United States declined for the second year in a row. In 2020, shipments abroad totaled 87.9 K t, showing a moderate decrease of 4.2% from 2019. Between 2017 and 2020, exports grew by 12.9%, corresponding to an annualized rate of 4.1%. The peak export volume was recorded in 2018 at 93.8 K t, which also saw the largest annual increase of 20.5%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from the United States in kind, 2017-2020, K t

From 2017 to 2020, Canada, Mexico, and Brazil were the leading destinations for U.S. exports of unlaminated plastics profiles in volume terms. Canada accounted for 54.3% of exports, Mexico for 20.0%, and Brazil for 2.0%. Together, these three countries represented 76.4% of total export flows during this period.

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

World map of product's exports from the United States in kind, 2017-2020

Exports in value, M $ US

The value of unlaminated plastics profiles exports from the United States fell for the second consecutive year. In 2020, export volume amounted to 529.7 M $ US, representing a 7.1% reduction compared to the previous year. Over the 2017-2020 period, exports decreased by 6.2%, with a compound annual growth rate of -2.1%. The highest value was recorded in 2018 at 619.2 M $ US, which also experienced the largest annual increase of 9.6%. The most significant decline occurred in 2019 with an 8.0% drop.

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

Between 2017 and 2020, the top destinations for U.S. exports of unlaminated plastics profiles in value terms were Canada, Mexico, and Ireland. Canada accounted for 44.0% of exports, Mexico for 21.2%, and Ireland for 3.6%. Collectively, these three countries made up 68.8% of total export flows during this timeframe.

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

World map of product's exports from the United States in value, 2017-2020

Imports unlaminated plastics profiles to the United States

Imports in kind, K t

Imports of unlaminated plastics profiles into the United States increased for the third consecutive year. In 2020, imports reached 163.6 K t, reflecting a moderate year-over-year rise of 3.7%. From 2017 to 2020, imports grew by 6.1%, equating to an annualized rate of 2.0%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to the United States in kind, 2017-2020, K t

Throughout the 2017-2020 period, Canada, China, and Mexico were the key sources for U.S. imports of unlaminated plastics profiles in volume terms. Canada accounted for 61.4% of imports, China for 13.9%, and Mexico for 8.5%. Together, these three countries represented 83.7% of total import flows.

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

World map of product's imports to the United States in kind, 2017-2020

Imports in value, M $ US

In 2020, the United States imported unlaminated plastics profiles valued at 739.7 M $ US, which is 6.3% higher than the previous year. Between 2017 and 2020, imports increased by 9.8%, corresponding to an annualized growth rate of 3.2%. The largest decline during this period was recorded in 2019 with a slight decrease of 0.2%.

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

From 2017 to 2020, Canada, Mexico, and China were the primary sources for U.S. imports of unlaminated plastics profiles in value terms. Canada accounted for 47.3% of imports, Mexico for 12.7%, and China for 8.5%. Collectively, these three countries accounted for 68.5% of total import flows.

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

World map of product's imports to the United States in value, 2017-2020