Plastic pipes and tubes (rigid, other) trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in plastic pipes and tubes (rigid, other) was worth $2.28 billion in 2024, about 335.8 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 21% since 2017, and down 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 | $2.28B | 335.8K t |
| 2023 | $2.41B | 356.7K t |
| 2022 | $2.32B | 340.5K t |
| 2021 | $2.22B | 367.9K t |
| 2020 | $1.86B | 338.4K t |
| 2019 | $2.04B | 356.7K t |
| 2018 | $2.18B | 337.4K t |
| 2017 | $1.89B | 341.0K t |
Top plastic pipes and tubes (rigid, other) exporting countries
Exports are led by Germany (14%), China (10%) and the United States (9%). 167 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 33%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $310.4M | 14% |
| China | $226.6M | 9.9% |
| United States | $207.0M | 9.1% |
| Poland | $120.5M | 5.3% |
| Turkey | $108.5M | 4.8% |
| Italy | $105.4M | 4.6% |
| Tunisia | $94.9M | 4.2% |
| United Kingdom | $69.2M | 3% |
| Serbia | $62.8M | 2.8% |
| Austria | $55.7M | 2.4% |
| Hungary | $53.4M | 2.3% |
| Romania | $53.0M | 2.3% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The United States is the biggest buyer with 8% of world imports, ahead of Germany and France. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 24% across 220 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $190.2M | 8.3% |
| Germany | $190.0M | 8.3% |
| France | $163.3M | 7.2% |
| China | $102.8M | 4.5% |
| Italy | $97.8M | 4.3% |
| Canada | $74.3M | 3.3% |
| Spain | $73.4M | 3.2% |
| United Kingdom | $68.0M | 3% |
| Poland | $58.7M | 2.6% |
| Mexico | $56.7M | 2.5% |
| Japan | $56.6M | 2.5% |
| Iraq | $48.7M | 2.1% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $6.79 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Tunisia averaged $34.31 per kg and Turkey $1.62 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 3917.29: Plastics: tubes, pipes and hoses thereof, rigid, of plastics n.e.c. in heading no. 3917. HS 3917 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most plastic pipes and tubes (rigid, other)?
Germany exported $310.4 million in 2024, 14% of the world total, followed by China (10%) and the United States (9%). In all, 167 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most plastic pipes and tubes (rigid, other)?
The United States imported $190.2 million in 2024, 8% of world imports, ahead of Germany (8%) and France (7%). The top three importers together take 24%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in plastic pipes and tubes (rigid, other)?
It was worth $2.28 billion in 2024, about 335.8 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 21% since 2017. The peak year was 2023 at $2.41 billion. 167 countries reported exports and 220 reported imports.
What is the average price of plastic pipes and tubes (rigid, other) per kg?
The world average declared value was about $6.79 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Tunisia averaged $34.31 per kg and Turkey $1.62 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 plastic pipes and tubes (rigid, other)?
The HS code for plastic pipes and tubes (rigid, other) is subheading 3917.29, 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 3917 page.
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