Vacuum flasks and vacuum vessels market in Spain

Earlier Report Observations

The Spanish market for vacuum flasks and vacuum vessels experienced a notable increase in trade activity between 2018 and 2024. Import volumes rose from 2,913 t to 4,791 t over the period, while exports expanded more than fourfold, from 609 t to 2,499 t, indicating growing integration into international supply chains and strengthening domestic production capabilities.

The physical market size, available from 2022 onward, grew from 2,286 t to 2,843 t by 2024. This expansion was primarily driven by the introduction of Royal Decree 1055/2022 on packaging and packaging waste. The regulation mandated that retail and hospitality businesses accept reusable containers, which directly stimulated demand for sustainable vacuum-insulated products like flasks and food vessels. Simultaneously, a strong consumer shift toward health, convenience, and environmental sustainability increased popularity for double-wall vacuum insulation and durable materials.

Market growth continued in 2023 and 2024, supported by ongoing regulatory compliance and the launch of new products featuring advanced thermal insulation and ergonomic designs. Increased competition from both local assemblers and global brands fostered innovation, while broader adoption of eco-friendly materials reflected the evolving preferences of Spanish consumers for functional and long-lasting products.

Production vacuum flasks and vacuum vessels in Spain

According to Faostat, there is no production of vacuum flasks and vacuum vessels in Spain.

Exports vacuum flasks and vacuum vessels from Spain

Exports in kind, t

Exports of vacuum flasks and vacuum vessels from Spain have grown for the second year in a row. In 2020, the export volume reached 964 tons, marking a 27.4% increase compared to 2019. Over the period from 2017 to 2020, exports rose by 31.9%, with an average annual growth rate of 9.7%. The lowest export volume was recorded in 2018 at 609 tons, which represented a decline of 16.6% from the previous year.

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

From 2017 to 2020, Italy, France, and Portugal were the top buyers of vacuum flasks and vacuum vessels from Spain, accounting for 24.1%, 17.8%, and 16.2% of exports in kind, respectively. Together, these three countries made up 58.0% of Spain's total exports in this category.

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

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

Exports in value, K $ US

The value of vacuum flasks and vacuum vessels exported from Spain has increased for the second consecutive year. In 2020, export value reached 9 456 thousand US dollars, a 41.6% rise compared to 2019. Between 2017 and 2020, exports grew by 25%, equivalent to an annualized rate of 7.7%. The lowest value was recorded in 2018 at 5 793 thousand US dollars, which saw a 23.4% drop from the year before.

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

During 2017–2020, France, Italy, and Portugal formed the primary markets for Spain's exports of vacuum flasks and vacuum vessels in value terms, with shares of 22.1%, 18.8%, and 13.0%, respectively. Combined, these three countries accounted for 53.9% of the total export value.

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

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

Imports vacuum flasks and vacuum vessels to Spain

Imports in kind, t

The import market for vacuum flasks and vacuum vessels in Spain showed volatility during the observed period. In 2019, imports hit their lowest point at 2 254 tons, a decrease of 22.6% from the previous year. By 2020, imports surged to 4 651 tons, a 106.4% increase compared to 2019, resulting in a 2.1-fold difference between the peak in 2020 and the trough in 2019.

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

From 2017 to 2020, China, France, and Portugal dominated Spain's imports of vacuum flasks and vacuum vessels in kind, with shares of 52.3%, 18.2%, and 11.5%, respectively. Together, these three countries represented 81.9% of total imports in this category.

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

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

Imports in value, K $ US

Spain's imports of vacuum flasks and vacuum vessels have risen for the third year in a row. In 2020, import value reached 26 235 thousand US dollars, reflecting a significant 36.4% increase compared to 2019. Over the period from 2017 to 2020, imports grew by 69.8%, with an average annual growth rate of 19.3%.

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

In 2017–2020, China, France, and Portugal were the main sources for Spain's imports of vacuum flasks and vacuum vessels in value terms, collectively accounting for 77.6% of total imports.

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

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