The Europe PVC market reached approximately 6.08 MMT in 2024. The market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 3.70% between 2025 and 2034, reaching a volume of around 8.74 MMT by 2034.
Europe PVC Market Growth
The use of PVC in vehicle interiors, wiring, and coatings has increased due to the automotive sector's focus on lightweight materials for fuel efficiency and emission reduction. In 2023, new car sales in the EU saw a significant surge of nearly 14%, with a total of 10.5 million units sold. The turnover from the automotive sector contributes more than 7% to the EU GDP. Additionally, sales of new battery-electric carsgrew by 37%, capturing a market share of 14.6%. The growth of theelectric vehicle marketnecessitates the use of high-quality and durable materials such as PVC for various components.
PVC is extensively utilised in themedical devicesector due to its flexibility, resilience, and cost efficiency. Europe currently boasts over 500,000 varieties of medical devices and IVDs. The primary markets for medical devices in Europe in 2022 included Germany, France, the UK, Italy, and Spain. PVC is extensively utilised in the medical device sector for a variety of purposes, including the production of flexible containers for intravenous solutions or blood, as well as various accessories used in the collection and administration of these substances.
The growing demand forflexible packagingsolutions in the food, beverage, and consumer goods sectors has also driven up PVC usage. The recyclability and durability of PVC make it a preferred choice in the packaging industry, aligning with the current focus on sustainable packaging.
Europe PVC Industry Segmentation
“Europe PVC Market Report and Forecast 2025-2034” offers a detailed analysis of the market based on the following segments:
Market Breakup by Product Type
Rigid PVC
Flexible PVC
Low Smoke PVC
Chlorinated PVC
Others
Market Breakup by Stabilizer Type
Calcium Based Stabilizers (Ca-Zn Stabilizers)
Lead Based Stabilizers (Pb Stabilizers)
Tin and Organotin Based Stabilizers (Sn Stabilizers)
Barium Based Stabilizers
Others
Market Breakup by Application
Pipes and Fittings
Film and Sheets
Wires and Cables
Bottles
Profiles, Hoses, and Tubings
Others
Market Breakup by End Use
Automotive
Building and Construction
Electrical and Electronics
Packaging
Healthcare
Others
Market Breakup by Country
United Kingdom
Germany
France
Italy
Others
Europe PVC Market Share
Based on type, the market is segmented into product types, rigid PVC, flexible PVC, low smoke PVC, and chlorinated PVC, among others. The rigid PVC is projected to grow at a CAGR of 4.0% during the forecast period of 2025-2034. Rigid PVC is commonly known as unplasticisedpolyvinyl chlorideand provides numerous advantages that render it appropriate for a wide range of uses across diverse sectors such as construction, healthcare, and manufacturing.
Leading Companies in the Europe PVC Market
Major players are focusing on sustainable production methods to gain a competitive edge in the market.
INEOS AG
Westlake Corp.
Formosa Plastics Corp.
LG Corp. (LG Chem Ltd.)
Oltchim S.A.
Ercros S.A.
KEM ONE SAS
Shin-Etsu Chemical Co. Ltd.
Benvic Group
Industrie Generali S.p.A
Orbia Advance Corporation SAB de CV
Others
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