Drugs and Druggists' Sundries Wholesalers in the US

IBISWorld Industry Report

Publication Date	November 2007
Publisher	IBISWorld
Product Type	Report
Pages	42
ISBN Number	not applicable
Product Code	IBI00871

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Summary

Decreasing Plastic...going back to Basics

Establishment numbers have fallen as the trend in the mature plastics materials and basic forms and shapes wholesale industry is to consolidate, or move offshore. Typically volatile, and showing signs of low concentration and globalisation, this makes basic business sense in this labor intensive industry. Don't let down your guard though, the increasing technology change will continue to ensure the best form.

This industry comprises establishments engaged in wholesaling plastics materials and resins, and unsupported plastics film, sheet, sheeting, rod, tube, and other basic forms and shapes. This report covers the scope, size, disposition and growth of the industry including the key sensitivities and success factors. Also included are five year industry forecasts, growth rates and an analysis of the industry key players and their market shares.

Content

Industry Definition
- Activities (Products and Services)
- Similar Industries
- Other Related Industries
Key Statistics
- Current Prices
- Constant Prices
- Real Growth
- Ratio Table
Segmentation
- Products and Service Segmentation
- Major Market Segments
- Industry Concentration
- Geographic Spread
Market Characteristics
- Market Size
- Linkages
- Demand Determinants
- Domestic and International Markets
- Basis of Competition
- Life Cycle
Industry Conditions
- Barriers to Entry
- Taxation
- Industry Assistance
- Regulation and Deregulation
- Cost Structure
- Capital and Labor Intensity
- Technology and Systems
- Industry Volatility
- Globalization
Key Factors
- Key Sensitivities
- Key Success Factors
Key Competitors
- Major Players
- Player Performance
- Other Players
Industry Performance
- Current Performance
- Historical Performance
Outlook