Cellulose derivative film and sheet trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in cellulose derivative film and sheet was worth $331.9 million in 2024, about 53.8 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 90% since 2017, and up 5% on 2023.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
World trade by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $331.9M | 53.8K t |
| 2023 | $317.5M | 51.7K t |
| 2022 | $362.7M | 60.4K t |
| 2021 | $398.9M | 59.7K t |
| 2020 | $328.6M | 54.3K t |
| 2019 | $298.3M | 56.3K t |
| 2018 | $277.9M | 55.7K t |
| 2017 | $174.6M | 27.3K t |
Top cellulose derivative film and sheet exporting countries
Austria is the largest exporter with 53% of world exports, followed by Germany and China. The top three supply 78% between them, out of 80 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Austria | $174.7M | 53% |
| Germany | $66.8M | 20% |
| China | $16.7M | 5% |
| United States | $14.2M | 4.3% |
| Japan | $11.6M | 3.5% |
| Italy | $8.2M | 2.5% |
| South Korea | $5.7M | 1.7% |
| Vietnam | $5.0M | 1.5% |
| France | $4.5M | 1.4% |
| Belgium | $4.0M | 1.2% |
| Netherlands | $3.7M | 1.1% |
| Spain | $2.0M | 0.6% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The United States is the biggest buyer with 16% of world imports, ahead of France and Germany. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 35% across 164 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $53.2M | 16% |
| France | $33.6M | 10% |
| Germany | $29.6M | 8.9% |
| China | $23.6M | 7.1% |
| Netherlands | $12.1M | 3.6% |
| Italy | $11.8M | 3.6% |
| India | $11.6M | 3.5% |
| Poland | $10.8M | 3.2% |
| United Kingdom | $10.1M | 3% |
| Switzerland | $9.4M | 2.8% |
| Spain | $9.0M | 2.7% |
| South Korea | $8.3M | 2.5% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $6.17 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, South Korea averaged $131.01 per kg and Austria $4.79 per kg, so grade and origin matter.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments worldwide. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 3920.79: Plastics: plates, sheets, film, foil and strip (not self-adhesive), of cellulose derivatives n.e.c. in heading no. 3920, non-cellular and not reinforced, laminated, supported or similarly combined with other materials. HS 3920 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most cellulose derivative film and sheet?
Austria exported $174.7 million in 2024, 53% of the world total, followed by Germany (20%) and China (5%). In all, 80 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most cellulose derivative film and sheet?
The United States imported $53.2 million in 2024, 16% of world imports, ahead of France (10%) and Germany (9%). The top three importers together take 35%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in cellulose derivative film and sheet?
It was worth $331.9 million in 2024, about 53.8 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 90% since 2017. The peak year was 2021 at $398.9 million. 80 countries reported exports and 164 reported imports.
What is the average price of cellulose derivative film and sheet per kg?
The world average declared value was about $6.17 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, South Korea averaged $131.01 per kg and Austria $4.79 per kg, so grade and origin matter. The average mixes every grade and size, so use it as a market reference rather than an offer.
What is the HS code for cellulose derivative film and sheet?
The HS code for cellulose derivative film and sheet is subheading 3920.79, in chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 3920 page.
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