Ethylene polymers (other) trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in ethylene polymers (other) was worth $5.73 billion in 2024, about 3.36 million tonnes. That is a fall of 16% since 2017, and down 6% 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 | $5.73B | 3.36M t |
| 2023 | $6.10B | 3.22M t |
| 2022 | $7.11B | 3.29M t |
| 2021 | $6.46B | 3.33M t |
| 2020 | $4.90B | 3.14M t |
| 2019 | $5.78B | 3.59M t |
| 2018 | $7.02B | 3.85M t |
| 2017 | $6.83B | 4.03M t |
Top ethylene polymers (other) exporting countries
The United States is the largest exporter with 17% of world exports, followed by China and Belgium. The top three supply 39% between them, out of 132 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $967.2M | 17% |
| China | $762.9M | 13% |
| Belgium | $489.7M | 8.5% |
| Germany | $352.1M | 6.1% |
| Saudi Arabia | $299.3M | 5.2% |
| South Korea | $277.8M | 4.9% |
| Japan | $277.3M | 4.8% |
| France | $208.3M | 3.6% |
| Netherlands | $198.5M | 3.5% |
| Spain | $147.0M | 2.6% |
| Italy | $136.5M | 2.4% |
| Malaysia | $131.6M | 2.3% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The largest importers are China (17%), Belgium (4%) and India (4%). 199 countries imported it, and the top three take 26% of the value.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $976.7M | 17% |
| Belgium | $257.8M | 4.5% |
| India | $257.1M | 4.5% |
| Germany | $244.0M | 4.3% |
| United States | $208.5M | 3.6% |
| Mexico | $207.5M | 3.6% |
| Netherlands | $152.9M | 2.7% |
| Vietnam | $149.9M | 2.6% |
| Italy | $149.2M | 2.6% |
| United Arab Emirates | $141.9M | 2.5% |
| France | $137.9M | 2.4% |
| Turkey | $128.2M | 2.2% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $1.70 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Japan averaged $3.47 per kg and South Korea $0.85 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 3901.90: Ethylene polymers: in primary forms, n.e.c. in heading no. 3901. HS 3901 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most ethylene polymers (other)?
The United States exported $967.2 million in 2024, 17% of the world total, followed by China (13%) and Belgium (9%). In all, 132 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most ethylene polymers (other)?
China imported $976.7 million in 2024, 17% of world imports, ahead of Belgium (4%) and India (4%). The top three importers together take 26%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in ethylene polymers (other)?
It was worth $5.73 billion in 2024, about 3.36 million tonnes. That is a fall of 16% since 2017. The peak year was 2022 at $7.11 billion. 132 countries reported exports and 199 reported imports.
What is the average price of ethylene polymers (other) per kg?
The world average declared value was about $1.70 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Japan averaged $3.47 per kg and South Korea $0.85 per kg, so grade and origin matter. Read it as a benchmark: it blends all grades, origins and contract terms.
What is the HS code for ethylene polymers (other)?
The HS code for ethylene polymers (other) is subheading 3901.90, 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 3901 page.
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