The Plastics category covers manufacturing, recycling, and market trends in plastic production. It explores regulatory frameworks, supply chain developments, sustainability efforts, and technological innovations, providing insights into exports, imports, investment opportunities, and environmental policies.

Vietnam’s plastic product imports jumped 25 percent in March

the-shiv April 12, 2025

Vietnam imported US$856.79 million worth of plastic products in March, a 25 percent increase from February, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. The total import value for the first three months reached US$2.22 billion.

Scrap recycling industry in Vietnam sees strong growth despite January decline

the-shiv February 12, 2025

Vietnam’s scrap recycling industry recorded a 202.4 percent increase in January compared to the 2019 baseline, according to Vietnam’s Industrial Production Index. However, output declined from December 2024, when production was 279.0 percent above 2019 levels.

Vietnam’s plastics exports decline by 3.33 percent in December

the-shiv January 31, 2025

Vietnam’s plastics exports total US$2.63 billion for 2024…

Vietnam’s plastic products exports rise by 8.36 percent in December

the-shiv January 30, 2025

Vietnam’s plastic products exports total US$6.73 billion for 2024…

Vietnam’s Plastics Industry: Overview 2025

the-shiv January 29, 2025

Vietnam’s plastics industry is a rapidly growing sector, driven by increasing domestic demand, export opportunities, and industrial expansion. The industry covers a wide range of products, including packaging, household goods, construction materials, and technical plastics, catering to sectors like food and beverage, agriculture, healthcare, and manufacturing.

Vietnam’s plastic and synthetic rubber production rises in 2024

the-shiv January 26, 2025

Year-on-year, the sector declined by 12.7 percent in December 2024 compared to December 2023. Despite this, cumulative production for the full year of 2024 surged by 17.9 percent compared to 2023, reflecting strong annual growth in this industry.

Vietnam’s plastic product imports rise by 5.09 percent in December

the-shiv January 19, 2025

China remained the largest supplier, exporting US$502.44 million worth of plastic products, a month-on-month growth of 5.05 percent. South Korea followed with US$125.64 million, increasing by 3.72 percent. Japan’s exports also rose by 4.63 percent, reaching US$74.45 million.

Vietnam’s plastic products sector records significant growth in 2024

the-shiv January 18, 2025

Year-on-year, the sector posted a remarkable growth of 20.7 percent in December 2024 compared to December 2023. Over the entire year, cumulative growth reached 24.9 percent in 2024 compared to 2023, reflecting a robust performance in this critical industry.

Vietnam’s plastic imports surge to US$1.12 billion in December 2024

the-shiv January 16, 2025

China remained the top supplier, exporting US$331.75 million in December, up 6.68 percent month-on-month. South Korea followed with US$191.84 million, a 7.59 percent rise, while Taiwan recorded a slight decline of 1.27 percent, with imports totalling US$111.41 million.

Vietnam’s plastic exports experience 29.3 percent drop in November

the-shiv December 28, 2024

China remained the largest importer, purchasing US$24.4 million of Vietnamese plastics, although this represented a sharp 59.42 percent decline from the previous month.

Vietnam’s plastic imports rise 2.1 percent in November, led by China and Taiwan

the-shiv December 18, 2024

China remained the top supplier, with imports rising 17.51 percent to US$310.97 million. Taiwan saw notable growth of 22.78 percent, while imports from the UAE surged 38.65 percent. Conversely, Saudi Arabia experienced a sharp decline of 14.03 percent, and Malaysia dropped 13.38 percent.

Vietnam’s plastic exports rise in October, year-to-date figures show significant growth

the-shiv December 5, 2024

Year-to-date performance reveals even stronger growth. From January to October, Vietnam exported 2.06 million tonnes of plastics, valued at US$2.26 billion. This marks a 33.6 percent increase in volume and a 28.5 percent rise in value compared to the same period in 2023…

Thai petrochemical complex in Vietnam to halt operations on market downturn

the-shiv November 2, 2024

This development is made all the more pertinent in that it has cost a reported US$5 billion. Although notably its construction has run well behind schedule. Notably it was reported it was “ready to roll” back in August of 2022, however, this never materialised…