Plastic film and sheet (other) trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in plastic film and sheet (other) was worth $7.17 billion in 2024, about 619.2 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 23% since 2017, and up 1% 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 | $7.17B | 619.2K t |
| 2023 | $7.12B | 576.8K t |
| 2022 | $7.76B | 624.7K t |
| 2021 | $7.90B | 653.4K t |
| 2020 | $6.81B | 569.0K t |
| 2019 | $6.77B | 665.0K t |
| 2018 | $6.53B | 650.8K t |
| 2017 | $5.82B | 577.3K t |
Top plastic film and sheet (other) exporting countries
Japan is the largest exporter with 26% of world exports, followed by the United States and China. The top three supply 62% between them, out of 167 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $1.89B | 26% |
| United States | $1.34B | 19% |
| China | $1.19B | 17% |
| Germany | $440.0M | 6.1% |
| South Korea | $382.6M | 5.3% |
| Taiwan | $341.8M | 4.8% |
| United Kingdom | $209.9M | 2.9% |
| Italy | $196.9M | 2.8% |
| Netherlands | $126.5M | 1.8% |
| France | $111.6M | 1.6% |
| Vietnam | $91.8M | 1.3% |
| Israel | $78.4M | 1.1% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The largest importers are China (26%), India (5%) and Vietnam (5%). 218 countries imported it, and the top three take 37% of the value.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.88B | 26% |
| India | $378.7M | 5.3% |
| Vietnam | $370.3M | 5.2% |
| South Korea | $359.1M | 5% |
| Germany | $348.3M | 4.9% |
| United States | $346.8M | 4.8% |
| Mexico | $274.1M | 3.8% |
| Taiwan | $223.9M | 3.1% |
| Japan | $215.1M | 3% |
| France | $208.9M | 2.9% |
| Hong Kong | $198.9M | 2.8% |
| United Kingdom | $165.4M | 2.3% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $11.58 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Japan averaged $34.35 per kg and China $6.55 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 3920.99: Plastics: plates, sheets, film, foil and strip (not self-adhesive), of plastics 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 plastic film and sheet (other)?
Japan exported $1.89 billion in 2024, 26% of the world total, followed by the United States (19%) and China (17%). In all, 167 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most plastic film and sheet (other)?
China imported $1.88 billion in 2024, 26% of world imports, ahead of India (5%) and Vietnam (5%). The top three importers together take 37%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in plastic film and sheet (other)?
It was worth $7.17 billion in 2024, about 619.2 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 23% since 2017. The peak year was 2021 at $7.90 billion. 167 countries reported exports and 218 reported imports.
What is the average price of plastic film and sheet (other) per kg?
The world average declared value was about $11.58 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Japan averaged $34.35 per kg and China $6.55 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 film and sheet (other)?
The HS code for plastic film and sheet (other) is subheading 3920.99, 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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