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PVC pipes demand with government initiatives in water sanitation, and improving real estate to drive future market for plastic pipes in India.
Analysis of the plastic pipes market shows that the market is growing at an impressive rate in India for the past few years. Around more than half of the plastic pipe raw materials are imported consist around 33% shares of China and Korea. The government put a dumping duty on the import of CPVC resin to attract manufacturers to start production in India. Lubrizol and Grasim have planned to start the world’s largest CPVC resin plant in Gujarat, India by 2022. Also, RRPL, Chemplast, DWC Shriram and Reliance have proposed increases their resin production capacity which makes the production double by the year 2025. Plastic pipes have a good quality of chemical resistance, lightweight and installation, durability, and low cost. Production of Plastic pipe required one-fourth of energy and loss of raw material as compared to cement pipes which make it efficient for manufacturers. Due to these properties now plastic pipe demand is rising sharply in new projects and as replacement of GI and other pipes and growing at the forecasted rate of more than 13% between the year 2020 to 2026.
According to a survey first installed UPVC pipes 60 years ago are still in use. Indian plastic pipes market penetrated the west and south region by many organized and unorganized players.
Where majorly UPVC pipes are used for Irrigation in the Agriculture sector. The government aims to provide drinking water supplies to each house, sanitation, and House for all by ATAL mission leads to a huge rise in demand for CPVC pipes which are used for plumbing and hot fluid transport. In India, Urbanisation, Installation of 5G, Electricity network, Transportation projects boost the demand for large size HDPE pipes which are used for drainage and underground application. According to Bonafide research “The leading companies are focusing to develop large size PE pipes for infrastructure application. Where targeting big volume customer and of less competition help them to get Market share.” As per the PlastIndia event report, the pipe processing machine market is growing at a rate of a CAGR of 13% with installed no. of more than 9 thousand machines in India. Leading companies like supreme, Astral, Finolex, Utkarsh India, and many others have plans to expand their business in the North and East India Market. Plastic pipes system required products like fittings, solvent, and adhesive. Companies are trying to develop these products to become the one-stop solution for the piping system. Also, the irrigation sector is the root of countries where Jain irrigation, Caption pipes, Apollo pipes are providing the best solution to the farmers.
The Indian plastic pipe market is broadly divided into the organised and unorganised sectors. The organised sector consists of established players with strong brand presence, advanced manufacturing technology, and standardized quality control. These companies, such as Supreme Industries, Finolex, and Astral, dominate the market with extensive distribution networks and a wide range of certified products. In contrast, the unorganised sector comprises numerous small and medium-sized manufacturers who cater to regional markets with low-cost offerings. While these local manufacturers provide price advantages, they often lack quality assurance and brand credibility. The shift towards branded and certified plastic pipes is gradually reducing the share of the unorganised sector as consumers prioritize durability and efficiency.
Plastic pipes are categorized into UPVC (Unplasticized Polyvinyl Chloride), CPVC (Chlorinated Polyvinyl Chloride), and HDPE (High-Density Polyethylene), each serving different applications. UPVC pipes, known for their cost-effectiveness and corrosion resistance, dominate in plumbing and irrigation. CPVC pipes, designed for hot and cold water applications, are gaining market share due to their superior heat resistance. HDPE pipes, highly durable and flexible, are widely used in industrial, agricultural, and gas distribution networks. The market share varies by application, with UPVC leading in household plumbing, CPVC growing in residential and commercial buildings, and HDPE pipes gaining prominence in large-scale infrastructure projects.
Plastic pipes are classified based on material composition, size variations, application usage, regional demand, and company dominance. Material-wise, UPVC and CPVC hold a major share in plumbing, while HDPE is preferred in industrial and agricultural applications. Size variations range from small-diameter pipes for residential use to large-diameter pipes for drainage and sewage systems. Application-wise, irrigation, water supply, and sewerage dominate the market. Regionally, urban areas drive demand for plumbing solutions, while rural areas focus on irrigation and borewell pipes. Leading companies such as Supreme, Ashirvad, and Finolex control a significant market share through innovation and brand strength.
The plastic pipe market is driven by direct and indirect sales channels, including wholesalers, retailers, and online platforms. While distributors and retailers form the backbone of the offline segment, e-commerce platforms are increasingly gaining traction for plumbing and infrastructure solutions. Raw material imports, particularly PVC resin and polyethylene, are crucial for manufacturing, with India sourcing materials from countries like China, the USA, and the Middle East. The domestic manufacturing sector is expanding with investments in advanced production facilities and government initiatives promoting self-reliance in polymer-based industries. Export opportunities are also rising, with Indian manufacturers catering to international markets in Africa, the Middle East, and Southeast Asia.
According to a survey first installed UPVC pipes 60 years ago are still in use. Indian plastic pipes market penetrated the west and south region by many organized and unorganized players.
Where majorly UPVC pipes are used for Irrigation in the Agriculture sector. The government aims to provide drinking water supplies to each house, sanitation, and House for all by ATAL mission leads to a huge rise in demand for CPVC pipes which are used for plumbing and hot fluid transport. In India, Urbanisation, Installation of 5G, Electricity network, Transportation projects boost the demand for large size HDPE pipes which are used for drainage and underground application. According to Bonafide research “The leading companies are focusing to develop large size PE pipes for infrastructure application. Where targeting big volume customer and of less competition help them to get Market share.” As per the PlastIndia event report, the pipe processing machine market is growing at a rate of a CAGR of 13% with installed no. of more than 9 thousand machines in India. Leading companies like supreme, Astral, Finolex, Utkarsh India, and many others have plans to expand their business in the North and East India Market. Plastic pipes system required products like fittings, solvent, and adhesive. Companies are trying to develop these products to become the one-stop solution for the piping system. Also, the irrigation sector is the root of countries where Jain irrigation, Caption pipes, Apollo pipes are providing the best solution to the farmers.
The Indian plastic pipe market is broadly divided into the organised and unorganised sectors. The organised sector consists of established players with strong brand presence, advanced manufacturing technology, and standardized quality control. These companies, such as Supreme Industries, Finolex, and Astral, dominate the market with extensive distribution networks and a wide range of certified products. In contrast, the unorganised sector comprises numerous small and medium-sized manufacturers who cater to regional markets with low-cost offerings. While these local manufacturers provide price advantages, they often lack quality assurance and brand credibility. The shift towards branded and certified plastic pipes is gradually reducing the share of the unorganised sector as consumers prioritize durability and efficiency.
Plastic pipes are categorized into UPVC (Unplasticized Polyvinyl Chloride), CPVC (Chlorinated Polyvinyl Chloride), and HDPE (High-Density Polyethylene), each serving different applications. UPVC pipes, known for their cost-effectiveness and corrosion resistance, dominate in plumbing and irrigation. CPVC pipes, designed for hot and cold water applications, are gaining market share due to their superior heat resistance. HDPE pipes, highly durable and flexible, are widely used in industrial, agricultural, and gas distribution networks. The market share varies by application, with UPVC leading in household plumbing, CPVC growing in residential and commercial buildings, and HDPE pipes gaining prominence in large-scale infrastructure projects.
Plastic pipes are classified based on material composition, size variations, application usage, regional demand, and company dominance. Material-wise, UPVC and CPVC hold a major share in plumbing, while HDPE is preferred in industrial and agricultural applications. Size variations range from small-diameter pipes for residential use to large-diameter pipes for drainage and sewage systems. Application-wise, irrigation, water supply, and sewerage dominate the market. Regionally, urban areas drive demand for plumbing solutions, while rural areas focus on irrigation and borewell pipes. Leading companies such as Supreme, Ashirvad, and Finolex control a significant market share through innovation and brand strength.
The plastic pipe market is driven by direct and indirect sales channels, including wholesalers, retailers, and online platforms. While distributors and retailers form the backbone of the offline segment, e-commerce platforms are increasingly gaining traction for plumbing and infrastructure solutions. Raw material imports, particularly PVC resin and polyethylene, are crucial for manufacturing, with India sourcing materials from countries like China, the USA, and the Middle East. The domestic manufacturing sector is expanding with investments in advanced production facilities and government initiatives promoting self-reliance in polymer-based industries. Export opportunities are also rising, with Indian manufacturers catering to international markets in Africa, the Middle East, and Southeast Asia.
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