Plastic rope and cordage trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in plastic rope and cordage was worth $906.3 million in 2024, about 284.6 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 21% since 2017, and up 4% 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 | $906.3M | 284.6K t |
| 2023 | $868.4M | 268.8K t |
| 2022 | $995.0M | 281.1K t |
| 2021 | $943.5M | 276.1K t |
| 2020 | $791.4M | 258.3K t |
| 2019 | $839.9M | 267.1K t |
| 2018 | $859.3M | 265.1K t |
| 2017 | $746.3M | 249.3K t |
Top plastic rope and cordage exporting countries
Exports are led by China (25%), India (13%) and Portugal (8%). 139 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 46%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $225.1M | 25% |
| India | $121.0M | 13% |
| Portugal | $73.4M | 8.1% |
| South Korea | $59.9M | 6.6% |
| Germany | $38.2M | 4.2% |
| United States | $34.0M | 3.8% |
| Vietnam | $33.9M | 3.7% |
| Lithuania | $22.5M | 2.5% |
| United Kingdom | $22.3M | 2.5% |
| Czech Republic | $18.7M | 2.1% |
| Belgium | $18.3M | 2% |
| Greece | $17.5M | 1.9% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The United States is the biggest buyer with 11% of world imports, ahead of the Netherlands and Indonesia. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 20% across 217 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $99.3M | 11% |
| Netherlands | $48.2M | 5.3% |
| Indonesia | $36.1M | 4% |
| Germany | $34.4M | 3.8% |
| Norway | $27.9M | 3.1% |
| Chile | $27.6M | 3% |
| United Kingdom | $27.3M | 3% |
| France | $26.8M | 3% |
| Singapore | $23.4M | 2.6% |
| United Arab Emirates | $22.4M | 2.5% |
| Australia | $22.0M | 2.4% |
| South Korea | $21.6M | 2.4% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $3.18 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $14.89 per kg and India $1.87 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 5607.49: Twine, cordage, ropes, cables: of polyethylene or polypropylene (excluding binder or baler twine), whether or not plaited, braided or rubber or plastic impregnated, coated, covered or sheathed. HS 5607 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most plastic rope and cordage?
China exported $225.1 million in 2024, 25% of the world total, followed by India (13%) and Portugal (8%). In all, 139 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most plastic rope and cordage?
The United States imported $99.3 million in 2024, 11% of world imports, ahead of the Netherlands (5%) and Indonesia (4%). The top three importers together take 20%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in plastic rope and cordage?
It was worth $906.3 million in 2024, about 284.6 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 21% since 2017. The peak year was 2022 at $995.0 million. 139 countries reported exports and 217 reported imports.
What is the average price of plastic rope and cordage per kg?
The world average declared value was about $3.18 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $14.89 per kg and India $1.87 per kg, so grade and origin matter. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so treat it as a benchmark, not a quote.
What is the HS code for plastic rope and cordage?
The HS code for plastic rope and cordage is subheading 5607.49, in chapter 56 (wadding, felt and nonwovens, special yarns; twine, cordage, ropes and cables 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 5607 page.
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