China the world's biggest plastic producer

China's Plastic Reign: One Country Dominates Global Production

Seven nations account for two-thirds of the four most common types of plastic produced in 2024, according to a joint report by British environmental consultancy Eunomia and climate research group Zero Carbon Analytics. However, China stands alone, producing as much plastic as the next six countries combined.

A Single Nation's Footprint

The figures reveal China’s outsized role in global plastic production, highlighting the immense scale of its manufacturing industry.