Plastic spools and bobbins trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in plastic spools and bobbins was worth $930.1 million in 2024, about 205.5 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 19% since 2017, and up 2% 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 | $930.1M | 205.5K t |
| 2023 | $913.4M | 195.4K t |
| 2022 | $1.01B | 203.2K t |
| 2021 | $970.1M | 191.7K t |
| 2020 | $766.3M | 170.0K t |
| 2019 | $859.3M | 181.3K t |
| 2018 | $906.7M | 188.2K t |
| 2017 | $784.5M | 174.0K t |
Top plastic spools and bobbins exporting countries
China is the largest exporter with 20% of world exports, followed by Germany and Italy. The top three supply 38% between them, out of 129 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $186.4M | 20% |
| Germany | $90.0M | 9.7% |
| Italy | $73.6M | 7.9% |
| United States | $64.8M | 7% |
| Japan | $56.2M | 6% |
| South Korea | $54.4M | 5.9% |
| Malaysia | $33.0M | 3.6% |
| Spain | $31.0M | 3.3% |
| Sweden | $23.4M | 2.5% |
| France | $21.1M | 2.3% |
| Singapore | $20.8M | 2.2% |
| Poland | $19.2M | 2.1% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
South Korea is the biggest buyer with 9% of world imports, ahead of Germany and China. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 22% across 197 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea | $82.0M | 8.8% |
| Germany | $73.6M | 7.9% |
| China | $44.9M | 4.8% |
| Mexico | $44.7M | 4.8% |
| Indonesia | $43.9M | 4.7% |
| United States | $40.4M | 4.3% |
| Thailand | $36.0M | 3.9% |
| Japan | $35.7M | 3.8% |
| France | $31.5M | 3.4% |
| Spain | $26.1M | 2.8% |
| Singapore | $23.0M | 2.5% |
| Italy | $22.8M | 2.5% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $4.53 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Japan averaged $6.49 per kg and Italy $3.53 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 3923.40: Plastics: spools, cops, bobbins and similar supports, for the conveyance or packing of goods. HS 3923 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most plastic spools and bobbins?
China exported $186.4 million in 2024, 20% of the world total, followed by Germany (10%) and Italy (8%). In all, 129 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most plastic spools and bobbins?
South Korea imported $82.0 million in 2024, 9% of world imports, ahead of Germany (8%) and China (5%). The top three importers together take 22%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in plastic spools and bobbins?
It was worth $930.1 million in 2024, about 205.5 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 19% since 2017. The peak year was 2022 at $1.01 billion. 129 countries reported exports and 197 reported imports.
What is the average price of plastic spools and bobbins per kg?
The world average declared value was about $4.53 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Japan averaged $6.49 per kg and Italy $3.53 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 spools and bobbins?
The HS code for plastic spools and bobbins is subheading 3923.40, 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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