Feb 22, 2026
IndexBox has just published a new report: United Kingdom – Rigid Tubes, Pipes And Hoses, Of Other Polymers – Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights.
The UK market for rigid tubes, pipes and hoses of other polymers reached 113K tons in 2024, valued at $1.2B. Driven by increasing demand, the market is forecast to grow at a CAGR of +3.5% in volume to 165K tons by 2035, and +3.7% in value to $1.8B. Domestic production was 110K tons ($1.3B), while imports rose to 5.7K tons and exports fell to 2.8K tons. Key trade partners include Ireland, the US, and Germany for imports, and the US, Germany, and the Netherlands for exports.
Key Findings
UK market forecast to grow at a 3.5% volume CAGR, reaching 165K tons by 2035Market value projected to increase at a 3.7% CAGR, hitting $1.8B by 2035Consumption in 2024 was 113K tons, with domestic production at 110K tonsIreland is the largest import source by volume, while the US is the top export destination by valueAverage import price fell sharply to $9,075/ton, while export price held steady at $26,769/tonMarket Forecast
Driven by increasing demand for rigid tubes, pipes and hoses, of other polymers in the UK, the market is expected to continue an upward consumption trend over the next decade. Market performance is forecast to retain its current trend pattern, expanding with an anticipated CAGR of +3.5% for the period from 2024 to 2035, which is projected to bring the market volume to 165K tons by the end of 2035.
In value terms, the market is forecast to increase with an anticipated CAGR of +3.7% for the period from 2024 to 2035, which is projected to bring the market value to $1.8B (in nominal wholesale prices) by the end of 2035.
ConsumptionUnited Kingdom’s Consumption of Rigid Tubes, Pipes and Hoses, of Other Polymers
Consumption of rigid tubes, pipes and hoses, of other polymers in the UK reached 113K tons in 2024, with an increase of 3.7% on the year before. Over the period under review, the total consumption indicated notable growth from 2013 to 2024: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +3.7% over the last eleven-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2024 figures, consumption decreased by -2.6% against 2022 indices. Over the period under review, consumption of attained the peak volume at 116K tons in 2022; however, from 2023 to 2024, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.
The size of the market for rigid tubes, pipes and hoses, of other polymers in the UK dropped modestly to $1.2B in 2024, reducing by -1.8% against the previous year. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers’ margins, which will be included in the final consumer price). Overall, consumption continues to indicate a resilient expansion. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $1.3B in 2023, and then shrank in the following year.
ProductionUnited Kingdom’s Production of Rigid Tubes, Pipes and Hoses, of Other Polymers
In 2024, approx. 110K tons of rigid tubes, pipes and hoses, of other polymers were produced in the UK; surging by 3% compared with the previous year’s figure. In general, the total production indicated measured growth from 2013 to 2024: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +3.6% over the last eleven years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2024 figures, production decreased by -2.9% against 2022 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when the production volume increased by 44% against the previous year. Production of peaked at 114K tons in 2022; however, from 2023 to 2024, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.
In value terms, production of rigid tubes, pipes and hoses, of other polymers fell modestly to $1.3B in 2024 estimated in export price. Overall, production continues to indicate a remarkable increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 with an increase of 53%. Production of peaked at $1.3B in 2023, and then contracted modestly in the following year.
ImportsUnited Kingdom’s Imports of Rigid Tubes, Pipes and Hoses, of Other Polymers
In 2024, after three years of decline, there was significant growth in overseas purchases of rigid tubes, pipes and hoses, of other polymers, when their volume increased by 16% to 5.7K tons. Overall, total imports indicated slight growth from 2013 to 2024: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +1.6% over the last eleven years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2024 figures, imports decreased by -23.0% against 2020 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of 29%. Imports peaked at 8.4K tons in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2024, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.
In value terms, imports of rigid tubes, pipes and hoses, of other polymers fell to $52M in 2024. Over the period under review, imports saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 with an increase of 20% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $72M in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2024, imports failed to regain momentum.
Imports By Country
In 2024, Ireland (2.3K tons) constituted the largest supplier of rigid tubes, pipes and hoses, of other polymers to the UK, accounting for a 40% share of total imports. Moreover, imports of rigid tubes, pipes and hoses, of other polymers from Ireland exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, the United States (782 tons), threefold. Poland (707 tons) ranked third in terms of total imports with a 12% share.
From 2013 to 2024, the average annual growth rate of volume from Ireland stood at +5.6%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: the United States (+7.6% per year) and Poland (+21.2% per year).
In value terms, Ireland ($11M), Germany ($9.2M) and the United States ($7.5M) constituted the largest rigid tubes, pipes and hoses, of other polymers suppliers to the UK, with a combined 53% share of total imports. Poland, China, Austria, Italy, France, the United Arab Emirates, the Netherlands and Spain lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 33%.
The United Arab Emirates, with a CAGR of +34.8%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, in terms of the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Import Prices By Country
In 2024, the average import price for rigid tubes, pipes and hoses, of other polymers amounted to $9,075 per ton, reducing by -20.2% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 when the average import price increased by 12% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the peak figure at $11,365 per ton in 2023, and then contracted rapidly in the following year.
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2024, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was France ($27,355 per ton), while the price for Ireland ($4,643 per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2013 to 2024, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by France (+7.3%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.
ExportsUnited Kingdom’s Exports of Rigid Tubes, Pipes and Hoses, of Other Polymers
In 2024, overseas shipments of rigid tubes, pipes and hoses, of other polymers decreased by -1.7% to 2.8K tons, falling for the second consecutive year after two years of growth. Overall, exports showed a slight reduction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 with an increase of 458% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of 18K tons. From 2015 to 2024, the growth of the exports of failed to regain momentum.
In value terms, exports of rigid tubes, pipes and hoses, of other polymers reduced slightly to $75M in 2024. Over the period under review, exports, however, continue to indicate mild growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when exports increased by 52% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $100M in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2024, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.
Exports By Country
The United States (305 tons), Germany (285 tons) and the Netherlands (273 tons) were the main destinations of exports of rigid tubes, pipes and hoses, of other polymers from the UK, together comprising 31% of total exports. Italy, Ireland, China, France, Taiwan (Chinese), Denmark, Norway, Brazil, Bahrain and Turkey lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 41%.
From 2013 to 2024, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by Taiwan (Chinese) (with a CAGR of +18.7%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
In value terms, the United States ($12M), Germany ($10M) and the Netherlands ($9.8M) constituted the largest markets for rigid tubes, pipes and hoses, of other polymers exported from the UK worldwide, with a combined 43% share of total exports. China, Denmark, Taiwan (Chinese), Norway, France, Ireland, Italy, Brazil, Bahrain and Turkey lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 32%.
In terms of the main countries of destination, Taiwan (Chinese), with a CAGR of +25.3%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Export Prices By Country
In 2024, the average export price for rigid tubes, pipes and hoses, of other polymers amounted to $26,769 per ton, stabilizing at the previous year. In general, the export price, however, recorded a noticeable expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 when the average export price increased by 423%. The export price peaked at $26,951 per ton in 2023, and then contracted in the following year.
Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the United States ($39,782 per ton), while the average price for exports to Italy ($9,051 per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2013 to 2024, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to the Netherlands (+7.9%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.
Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform
This report provides a comprehensive view of the rigid tubes, pipes and hoses, of other polymers industry in the United Kingdom, tracking demand, supply, and trade flows across the national value chain. It explains how demand across key channels and end-use segments shapes consumption patterns, while also mapping the role of input availability, production efficiency, and regulatory standards on supply.
Beyond headline metrics, the study benchmarks prices, margins, and trade routes so you can see where value is created and how it moves between domestic suppliers and international partners. The analysis is designed to support strategic planning, market entry, portfolio prioritization, and risk management in the rigid tubes, pipes and hoses, of other polymers landscape in the United Kingdom.
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Key findings
Domestic demand is shaped by both household and industrial usage, with trade flows linking local supply to imports and exports.
Pricing dynamics reflect unit values, freight costs, exchange rates, and regulatory shifts that affect sourcing decisions.
Supply depends on input availability and production efficiency, creating a distinct national cost curve.
Market concentration varies by segment, creating different competitive landscapes and entry barriers.
The 2035 outlook highlights where capacity investment and demand growth are most aligned within the country.
Report scope
The report combines market sizing with trade intelligence and price analytics for the United Kingdom. It covers both historical performance and the forward outlook to 2035, allowing you to compare cycles, structural shifts, and policy impacts.
Market size and growth in value and volume terms
Consumption structure by end-use segments
Production capacity, output, and cost dynamics
Trade flows, exporters, importers, and balances
Price benchmarks, unit values, and margin signals
Competitive context and market entry conditions
Product coverageProdcom 22212170 – Rigid tubes, pipes and hoses of plastics (excluding of polymers of ethylene, of polymers of propylene, of polymers of vinyl chloride)Country coverageCountry profile and benchmarks
This report provides a consistent view of market size, trade balance, prices, and per-capita indicators for the United Kingdom. The profile highlights demand structure and trade position, enabling benchmarking against regional and global peers.
Methodology
The analysis is built on a multi-source framework that combines official statistics, trade records, company disclosures, and expert validation. Data are standardized, reconciled, and cross-checked to ensure consistency across time series.
International trade data (exports, imports, and mirror statistics)
National production and consumption statistics
Company-level information from financial filings and public releases
Price series and unit value benchmarks
Analyst review, outlier checks, and time-series validation
All data are normalized to a common product definition and mapped to a consistent set of codes. This ensures that comparisons across time are aligned and actionable.
Forecasts to 2035
The forecast horizon extends to 2035 and is based on a structured model that links rigid tubes, pipes and hoses, of other polymers demand and supply to macroeconomic indicators, trade patterns, and sector-specific drivers. The model captures both cyclical and structural factors and reflects known policy and technology shifts in the United Kingdom.
Historical baseline: 2012-2025
Forecast horizon: 2026-2035
Scenario-based sensitivity to income growth, substitution, and regulation
Capacity and investment outlook for major producing companies
Each projection is built from national historical patterns and the broader regional context, allowing the report to show where growth is concentrated and where risks are elevated.
Price analysis and trade dynamics
Prices are analyzed in detail, including export and import unit values, regional spreads, and changes in trade costs. The report highlights how seasonality, freight rates, exchange rates, and supply disruptions influence pricing and margins.
Price benchmarks by country and sub-region
Export and import unit value trends
Seasonality and calendar effects in trade flows
Price outlook to 2035 under baseline assumptions
Profiles of market participants
Key producers, exporters, and distributors are profiled with a focus on their operational scale, geographic footprint, product mix, and market positioning. This helps identify competitive pressure points, partnership opportunities, and routes to differentiation.
Business focus and production capabilities
Geographic reach and distribution networks
Cost structure and pricing strategy indicators
Compliance, certification, and sustainability context
How to use this report
Quantify domestic demand and identify the most attractive segments
Evaluate export opportunities and prioritize target destinations
Track price dynamics and protect margins
Benchmark performance against leading competitors
Build evidence-based forecasts for investment decisions
This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, wholesalers, investors, and advisors who need a clear, data-driven picture of rigid tubes, pipes and hoses, of other polymers dynamics in the United Kingdom.
FAQ
What is included in the rigid tubes, pipes and hoses, of other polymers market in the United Kingdom?
The market size aggregates consumption and trade data, presented in both value and volume terms.
How are the forecasts to 2035 built?
The projections combine historical trends with macroeconomic indicators, trade dynamics, and sector-specific drivers.
Does the report cover prices and margins?
Yes, it includes export and import unit values, regional spreads, and a pricing outlook to 2035.
Which benchmarks are included?
The report benchmarks market size, trade balance, prices, and per-capita indicators for the United Kingdom.
Can this report support market entry decisions?
Yes, it highlights demand hotspots, trade routes, pricing trends, and competitive context.