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Polyethylene (PE) pipe includes pipe made from HDPE (high density polyethylene), PEX (cross-linked polyethylene), and PE-RT (polyethylene of raised temperature), among other resins. Demand for PE pipe is projected to grow 3.7% per year to 15.3 million metric tons in 2024, driven by increasing utilization of polyethylene pipe across all markets.
Global Infrastructure Needs Boost HDPE Sales
Construction spending contracted in most countries in 2020 as governments faced decreased income and budget shortfalls due to the COVID-19 pandemic. However, HDPE pipe demand will record healthy growth on average through 2024 as pipe made from this resin is favored over other materials in water and sewer applications:
- Higher-income countries continue to turn to HDPE pipe for repair and replacement of older pipelines due to its corrosion resistance and compatibility with trenchless installation.
- In lower- and middle-income countries, HDPE pipe suppliers will benefit from the ongoing expansion of water and sewer infrastructure to meet the needs of their populations, especially in areas where access to improved water and sanitation facilities is still limited.
HDPE to Gain Share over Steel in Energy
Steel remains the dominant material in energy pipe applications. However, plastic pipe – HDPE in particular – will continue to increase its share of the product mix in this market:
- HDPE already possesses a sizable share of sales in gas distribution applications, a position that will only become stronger going forward as older steel pipelines are replaced.
- It is also growing in drilling and transmission applications, albeit from a much smaller base, with sales opportunities advancing in small and medium diameters.
PEX & PE-RT Continue to Displace Copper & Other Plastics in Water Distribution
PEX and PE-RT have become a key materials in water distribution applications due to their flexibility and high-temperature resistance. Additionally, like all plastic pipe, they are resistant to corrosion, which further boosts their use at the expense of copper pipe. While these resins are most common in North America and Europe, PE pipe is gaining share in other regions as well.
In addition, PEX is widely used in radiant floor heating systems, which are gaining popularity across the globe and are standard in new construction in many countries. However, PEX faces stiff competition from competitive plastics with similar properties, such as PP and PB.
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Table of Contents
1. Executive Summary
2. About This Report
Report Details
Study Scope & Product Description
Impact of COVID-19 Pandemic
3. Overview
Historical Market Trends
Demand by Resin
HDPE Pipe
PEX Pipe
Demand by Market
Demand by Region
Pricing Trends
Competitive Products
Leading Producers
4. North America
North America: Demand by Country
United States
Mexico
Canada
5. Central & South America
Central & South America: Demand by Country
Brazil
Other Central & South America
6. Western Europe
Western Europe: Demand by Country
Germany
France
United Kingdom
Italy
Spain
Other Western Europe
7. Eastern Europe
Eastern Europe: Demand by Country
Russia
Other Eastern Europe
8. Asia/Pacific
Asia/Pacific: Demand by Country
China
India
Japan
Indonesia
South Korea
Australia
Other Asia/Pacific
9. Africa/Mideast
Africa/Mideast: Demand by Country
Saudi Arabia
Turkey
Iran
Other Africa/Mideast
10. Appendix
Scope
Definitions
Freedonia Methodology
Study-Specific Methodology
Sources
Associations & Agencies
Related Studies & Reports
Country Lists by Region
Macroeconomic Assumptions
Global Economic Outlook
Demographic Trends
Global Manufacturing Outlook
Global Building Construction Outlook
Global Nonbuilding Construction Outlook
List of Tables
3. Overview
Table 3-1 | Global Polyethylene Pipe Demand, 2009 - 2019 (thousand metric tons & million dollars)
Table 3-2 | Global Polyethylene Pipe Demand by Resin, 2009 - 2029 (thousand metric tons)
Table 3-3 | Global Polyethylene Pipe Demand by Market, 2009 - 2029 (thousand metric tons)
Table 3-4 | Global Polyethylene Pipe Demand by Region, 2009 - 2029 (thousand metric tons & million dollars)
4. North America
Table 4-1 | North America: Polyethylene Pipe Demand by Country, 2009 - 2029 (thousand metric tons)
Table 4-2 | United States: Polyethylene Pipe Demand by Market, 2009 - 2029 (thousand metric tons)
Table 4-3 | Mexico: Polyethylene Pipe Demand by Market, 2009 - 2029 (thousand metric tons)
Table 4-4 | Canada: Polyethylene Pipe Demand by Market, 2009 - 2029 (thousand metric tons)
5. Central & South America
Table 5-1 | Central & South America: Polyethylene Pipe Demand by Country, 2009 - 2029 (thousand metric tons)
Table 5-2 | Brazil: Polyethylene Pipe Demand by Market, 2009 - 2029 (thousand metric tons)
Table 5-3 | Other Central & South America: Polyethylene Pipe Demand by Market, 2009 - 2029 (thousand metric tons)
6. Western Europe
Table 6-1 | Western Europe: Polyethylene Pipe Demand by Country, 2009 - 2029 (thousand metric tons)
Table 6-2 | Germany: Polyethylene Pipe Demand by Market, 2009 - 2029 (thousand metric tons)
Table 6-3 | France: Polyethylene Pipe Demand by Market, 2009 - 2029 (thousand metric tons)
Table 6-4 | United Kingdom: Polyethylene Pipe Demand by Market, 2009 - 2029 (thousand metric tons)
Table 6-5 | Italy: Polyethylene Pipe Demand by Market, 2009 - 2029 (thousand metric tons)
Table 6-6 | Spain: Polyethylene Pipe Demand by Market, 2009 - 2029 (thousand metric tons)
Table 6-7 | Other Western Europe: Polyethylene Pipe Demand by Market, 2009 - 2029 (thousand metric tons)
7. Eastern Europe
Table 7-1 | Eastern Europe: Polyethylene Pipe Demand by Country, 2009 - 2029 (thousand metric tons)
Table 7-2 | Russia: Polyethylene Pipe Demand by Market, 2009 - 2029 (thousand metric tons)
Table 7-3 | Other Eastern Europe: Polyethylene Pipe Demand by Market, 2009 - 2029 (thousand metric tons)
8. Asia/Pacific
Table 8-1 | Asia/Pacific: Polyethylene Pipe Demand by Country, 2009 - 2029 (thousand metric tons)
Table 8-2 | China: Polyethylene Pipe Demand by Market, 2009 - 2029 (thousand metric tons)
Table 8-3 | India: Polyethylene Pipe Demand by Market, 2009 - 2029 (thousand metric tons)
Table 8-4 | Japan: Polyethylene Pipe Demand by Market, 2009 - 2029 (thousand metric tons)
Table 8-5 | Indonesia: Polyethylene Pipe Demand by Market, 2009 - 2029 (thousand metric tons)
Table 8-6 | South Korea: Polyethylene Pipe Demand by Market, 2009 - 2029 (thousand metric tons)
Table 8-7 | Australia: Polyethylene Pipe Demand by Market, 2009 - 2029 (thousand metric tons)
Table 8-8 | Other Asia/Pacific: Polyethylene Pipe Demand by Market, 2009 - 2029 (thousand metric tons)
9. Africa/Mideast
Table 9-1 | Africa/Mideast: Polyethylene Pipe Demand by Country, 2009 - 2029 (thousand metric tons)
Table 9-2 | Saudi Arabia: Polyethylene Pipe Demand by Market, 2009 - 2029 (thousand metric tons)
Table 9-3 | Turkey: Polyethylene Pipe Demand by Market, 2009 - 2029 (thousand metric tons)
Table 9-4 | Iran: Polyethylene Pipe Demand by Market, 2009 - 2029 (thousand metric tons)
Table 9-5 | Other Africa/Mideast: Polyethylene Pipe Demand by Market, 2009 - 2029 (thousand metric tons)
10. Appendix
Table 10-1 | Relevant Industry Codes
Table 10-2 | Relevant HS Codes
Table 10-3 | Relevant NACE Codes
Table 10-4 | Countries in North America
Table 10-5 | Countries in Central & South America
Table 10-6 | Countries in Western Europe
Table 10-7 | Countries in Eastern Europe
Table 10-8 | Countries in the Asia/Pacific Region
Table 10-9 | Countries in the Africa/Mideast Region
Table 10-10 | Global Gross Domestic Product by Region & Country, 2009 - 2029 (billion 2018 dollars)
Table 10-11 | Global Population by Region & Country, 2009 - 2029 (million persons)
Table 10-12 | Global Manufacturing Value Added by Region & Country, 2009 - 2029 (billion 2018 dollars)
Table 10-13 | Global Building Construction Expenditures by Region & Country, 2009 - 2029 (billion 2018 dollars)
Table 10-14 | Global Nonbuilding Construction Expenditures by Region & Country, 2009 - 2029 (billion 2018 dollars)
List of Figures
1. Executive Summary
Figure 1-1 | Global Polyethylene Pipe Market Outlook
3. Overview
Figure 3-1 | Global Polyethylene Pipe Demand, 2009 - 2019 (thousand metric tons)
Figure 3-2 | Global Polyethylene Pipe Demand by Resin, 2009 - 2019 (thousand metric tons)
Figure 3-3 | Global Polyethylene Pipe Demand by Market, 2009 - 2024 (thousand metric tons)
Figure 3-4 | Global Polyethylene Pipe: Volume Demand Change by Region, 2014 - 2024 (% CAGR)
Figure 3-5 | Global Polyethylene Pipe Pricing, 2009 - 2024 (dollars per kilogram)
4. North America
Figure 4-1 | North America: Polyethylene Pipe Demand by Country, 2009 - 2024 (thousand metric tons)
5. Central & South America
Figure 5-1 | Central & South America: Polyethylene Pipe Demand by Country, 2009 - 2024 (thousand metric tons)
6. Western Europe
Figure 6-1 | Western Europe: Polyethylene Pipe Demand Share by Country, 2009 - 2024 (thousand metric tons)
7. Eastern Europe
Figure 7-1 | Eastern Europe: Polyethylene Pipe Demand by Country, 2009 - 2024 (thousand metric tons)
8. Asia/Pacific
Figure 8-1 | Asia/Pacific: Polyethylene Pipe Demand Share by Country, 2009 - 2024 (thousand metric tons)
9. Africa/Mideast
Figure 9-1 | Africa/Mideast: Polyethylene Pipe Demand Share by Country, 2009 - 2024 (thousand metric tons)
10. Appendix
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