Plastic bags (other polymers) trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in plastic bags (other polymers) was worth $6.08 billion in 2024, about 1.41 million tonnes. That is an increase of 27% 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 | $6.08B | 1.41M t |
| 2023 | $5.77B | 1.23M t |
| 2022 | $6.45B | 1.28M t |
| 2021 | $6.31B | 1.34M t |
| 2020 | $5.52B | 1.19M t |
| 2019 | $5.10B | 1.22M t |
| 2018 | $5.22B | 1.21M t |
| 2017 | $4.80B | 1.21M t |
Top plastic bags (other polymers) exporting countries
Exports are led by China (29%), India (7%) and the United States (7%). 189 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 42%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.77B | 29% |
| India | $408.1M | 6.7% |
| United States | $405.4M | 6.7% |
| Italy | $329.7M | 5.4% |
| Germany | $295.2M | 4.9% |
| Spain | $196.4M | 3.2% |
| Poland | $194.5M | 3.2% |
| France | $191.9M | 3.2% |
| South Korea | $157.6M | 2.6% |
| Vietnam | $156.7M | 2.6% |
| United Kingdom | $134.3M | 2.2% |
| Turkey | $132.6M | 2.2% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The United States is the biggest buyer with 10% of world imports, ahead of the United Kingdom and Germany. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 21% across 223 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $620.3M | 10% |
| United Kingdom | $329.7M | 5.4% |
| Germany | $304.6M | 5% |
| Mexico | $295.2M | 4.9% |
| France | $281.7M | 4.6% |
| Netherlands | $223.4M | 3.7% |
| Spain | $213.4M | 3.5% |
| Italy | $160.1M | 2.6% |
| Canada | $152.4M | 2.5% |
| Malaysia | $149.9M | 2.5% |
| Thailand | $142.5M | 2.3% |
| Australia | $133.3M | 2.2% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $4.30 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $9.67 per kg and India $2.72 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 3923.29: Plastics: sacks and bags (including cones), for the conveyance or packing of goods, of plastics other than ethylene polymers. HS 3923 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most plastic bags (other polymers)?
China exported $1.77 billion in 2024, 29% of the world total, followed by India (7%) and the United States (7%). In all, 189 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most plastic bags (other polymers)?
The United States imported $620.3 million in 2024, 10% of world imports, ahead of the United Kingdom (5%) and Germany (5%). The top three importers together take 21%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in plastic bags (other polymers)?
It was worth $6.08 billion in 2024, about 1.41 million tonnes. That is an increase of 27% since 2017. The peak year was 2022 at $6.45 billion. 189 countries reported exports and 223 reported imports.
What is the average price of plastic bags (other polymers) per kg?
The world average declared value was about $4.30 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $9.67 per kg and India $2.72 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 plastic bags (other polymers)?
The HS code for plastic bags (other polymers) is subheading 3923.29, 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 3923 page.
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