Polycarbonate film and sheet trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in polycarbonate film and sheet was worth $1.54 billion in 2024, about 272.7 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 6% since 2017, and up 8% 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 | $1.54B | 272.7K t |
| 2023 | $1.42B | 243.6K t |
| 2022 | $1.58B | 260.1K t |
| 2021 | $1.76B | 310.0K t |
| 2020 | $1.69B | 341.9K t |
| 2019 | $1.47B | 266.0K t |
| 2018 | $1.55B | 264.5K t |
| 2017 | $1.45B | 259.1K t |
Top polycarbonate film and sheet exporting countries
Exports are led by China (16%), Japan (8%) and Germany (8%). 115 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 33%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $250.4M | 16% |
| Japan | $128.7M | 8.4% |
| Germany | $126.2M | 8.2% |
| United States | $116.8M | 7.6% |
| Netherlands | $102.6M | 6.7% |
| United Kingdom | $82.7M | 5.4% |
| Belgium | $74.3M | 4.8% |
| Israel | $66.4M | 4.3% |
| South Korea | $58.2M | 3.8% |
| Italy | $48.3M | 3.1% |
| Thailand | $43.4M | 2.8% |
| Sweden | $42.8M | 2.8% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
Germany is the biggest buyer with 7% of world imports, ahead of the United States and China. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 19% across 205 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $104.1M | 6.8% |
| United States | $97.7M | 6.4% |
| China | $89.4M | 5.8% |
| France | $61.5M | 4% |
| South Korea | $60.9M | 4% |
| Mexico | $54.7M | 3.6% |
| Poland | $51.1M | 3.3% |
| Italy | $46.7M | 3% |
| Canada | $43.5M | 2.8% |
| Taiwan | $38.9M | 2.5% |
| Czech Republic | $38.0M | 2.5% |
| United Kingdom | $35.6M | 2.3% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $5.64 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Japan averaged $15.71 per kg and China $3.77 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 3920.61: Plastics: plates, sheets, film, foil and strip (not self-adhesive), of polycarbonates, non-cellular and not reinforced, laminated, supported or similarly combined with other materials. HS 3920 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most polycarbonate film and sheet?
China exported $250.4 million in 2024, 16% of the world total, followed by Japan (8%) and Germany (8%). In all, 115 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most polycarbonate film and sheet?
Germany imported $104.1 million in 2024, 7% of world imports, ahead of the United States (6%) and China (6%). The top three importers together take 19%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in polycarbonate film and sheet?
It was worth $1.54 billion in 2024, about 272.7 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 6% since 2017. The peak year was 2021 at $1.76 billion. 115 countries reported exports and 205 reported imports.
What is the average price of polycarbonate film and sheet per kg?
The world average declared value was about $5.64 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Japan averaged $15.71 per kg and China $3.77 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 polycarbonate film and sheet?
The HS code for polycarbonate film and sheet is subheading 3920.61, 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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