Polyethylene film and sheet trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in polyethylene film and sheet was worth $18.71 billion in 2024, about 6.67 million tonnes. That is an increase of 23% 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 | $18.71B | 6.67M t |
| 2023 | $18.33B | 6.11M t |
| 2022 | $20.80B | 6.55M t |
| 2021 | $19.38B | 6.49M t |
| 2020 | $15.18B | 5.90M t |
| 2019 | $15.36B | 5.79M t |
| 2018 | $16.05B | 5.68M t |
| 2017 | $15.15B | 5.50M t |
Top polyethylene film and sheet exporting countries
Exports are led by China (14%), Germany (11%) and the United States (9%). 164 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 34%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.60B | 14% |
| Germany | $2.10B | 11% |
| United States | $1.62B | 8.6% |
| Canada | $1.26B | 6.8% |
| Italy | $871.7M | 4.7% |
| Poland | $701.0M | 3.8% |
| France | $657.7M | 3.5% |
| Spain | $622.4M | 3.3% |
| Turkey | $610.5M | 3.3% |
| Malaysia | $590.6M | 3.2% |
| Belgium | $557.1M | 3% |
| United Kingdom | $424.4M | 2.3% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The United States is the biggest buyer with 12% of world imports, ahead of Germany and France. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 24% across 223 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $2.31B | 12% |
| Germany | $1.19B | 6.4% |
| France | $953.5M | 5.1% |
| United Kingdom | $730.8M | 3.9% |
| Canada | $714.1M | 3.8% |
| Mexico | $697.5M | 3.7% |
| Netherlands | $634.0M | 3.4% |
| Belgium | $576.2M | 3.1% |
| Spain | $560.2M | 3% |
| Poland | $538.4M | 2.9% |
| Italy | $517.2M | 2.8% |
| Japan | $443.6M | 2.4% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $2.81 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Canada averaged $3.95 per kg and Poland $2.30 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 3920.10: Plastics: plates, sheets, film, foil and strip (not self-adhesive), of polymers of ethylene, non-cellular and not reinforced, laminated, supported or similarly combined with other materials. HS 3920 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most polyethylene film and sheet?
China exported $2.60 billion in 2024, 14% of the world total, followed by Germany (11%) and the United States (9%). In all, 164 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most polyethylene film and sheet?
The United States imported $2.31 billion in 2024, 12% of world imports, ahead of Germany (6%) and France (5%). 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 polyethylene film and sheet?
It was worth $18.71 billion in 2024, about 6.67 million tonnes. That is an increase of 23% since 2017. The peak year was 2022 at $20.80 billion. 164 countries reported exports and 223 reported imports.
What is the average price of polyethylene film and sheet per kg?
The world average declared value was about $2.81 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Canada averaged $3.95 per kg and Poland $2.30 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 polyethylene film and sheet?
The HS code for polyethylene film and sheet is subheading 3920.10, 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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