Flexible intermediate bulk containers trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in flexible intermediate bulk containers was worth $2.64 billion in 2024, about 993.4 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 19% since 2017, and up 7% 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 | $2.64B | 993.4K t |
| 2023 | $2.47B | 908.4K t |
| 2022 | $3.15B | 1.02M t |
| 2021 | $3.12B | 1.01M t |
| 2020 | $2.40B | 885.3K t |
| 2019 | $2.49B | 880.5K t |
| 2018 | $2.62B | 881.4K t |
| 2017 | $2.22B | 767.8K t |
Top flexible intermediate bulk containers exporting countries
Exports are led by India (33%), China (16%) and Vietnam (15%). 127 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 64%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $879.2M | 33% |
| China | $419.8M | 16% |
| Vietnam | $387.5M | 15% |
| Turkey | $203.5M | 7.7% |
| Germany | $72.7M | 2.8% |
| Mexico | $67.6M | 2.6% |
| Bangladesh | $58.0M | 2.2% |
| Netherlands | $47.7M | 1.8% |
| Thailand | $41.6M | 1.6% |
| Romania | $40.8M | 1.6% |
| Czech Republic | $32.8M | 1.2% |
| Belgium | $28.6M | 1.1% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The United States is the biggest buyer with 15% of world imports, ahead of Japan and South Korea. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 36% across 204 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $402.4M | 15% |
| Japan | $311.0M | 12% |
| South Korea | $249.6M | 9.5% |
| Germany | $206.0M | 7.8% |
| France | $147.1M | 5.6% |
| Netherlands | $115.1M | 4.4% |
| Belgium | $102.6M | 3.9% |
| Spain | $96.0M | 3.6% |
| United Kingdom | $88.4M | 3.4% |
| Poland | $60.6M | 2.3% |
| Italy | $57.4M | 2.2% |
| Australia | $57.2M | 2.2% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $2.66 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Mexico averaged $6.18 per kg and India $2.27 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 6305.32: Sacks and bags: of a kind used for the packing of goods, of man-made textile materials, flexible intermediate bulk containers. HS 6305 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most flexible intermediate bulk containers?
India exported $879.2 million in 2024, 33% of the world total, followed by China (16%) and Vietnam (15%). In all, 127 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most flexible intermediate bulk containers?
The United States imported $402.4 million in 2024, 15% of world imports, ahead of Japan (12%) and South Korea (9%). The top three importers together take 36%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in flexible intermediate bulk containers?
It was worth $2.64 billion in 2024, about 993.4 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 19% since 2017. The peak year was 2022 at $3.15 billion. 127 countries reported exports and 204 reported imports.
What is the average price of flexible intermediate bulk containers per kg?
The world average declared value was about $2.66 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Mexico averaged $6.18 per kg and India $2.27 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 flexible intermediate bulk containers?
The HS code for flexible intermediate bulk containers is subheading 6305.32, in chapter 63 (textiles, made up articles; sets; worn clothing and worn textile articles; rags). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 6305 page.
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