Industry Analysis & Industry Trends
Despite the negative effects of the global financial crisis on China's economy in the fourth quarter of 2008, the Plastic Board, Pipe and Shaped Products Manufacturing industry in China experienced strong growth for the year, with industry revenue increasing by 28.1% in 2008. Municipal construction and other public infrastructure projects ensure long-term demand for plastic materials, especially plastic pipes. A prosperous real estate industry, increased development in China's western regions, and the reconstruction of the earthquake-stricken areas in Sichuan Province also boosted demand for plastic materials.... purchase to read more
Industry Report - Industry Locations Chapter
China's plastic board, pipe and shaped products manufacturers are concentrated in East and Middle South China. The two regions jointly have about 71.2% of all enterprises, and generate 66.2% of total industry revenue in 2011. Guangdong province is the leading manufacturer of plastic board, pipe and shaped products in terms of revenue. Geographic locations tend to reflect the availability of both end-user markets and input materials such as synthetic resin, as transportation costs make up a considerable proportion of total costs. The better general economic conditions in the two regions lead to greater consumption of plastic products. China relies heavily on imports of synthetic resin... purchase to read more