Polyethylene terephthalate (low viscosity) trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in polyethylene terephthalate (low viscosity) was worth $4.91 billion in 2024, about 4.59 million tonnes. That is an increase of 42% since 2017, and up 10% 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 | $4.91B | 4.59M t |
| 2023 | $4.47B | 3.96M t |
| 2022 | $5.98B | 4.27M t |
| 2021 | $4.67B | 4.19M t |
| 2020 | $3.15B | 3.50M t |
| 2019 | $4.58B | 4.28M t |
| 2018 | $4.82B | 3.98M t |
| 2017 | $3.45B | 3.11M t |
Top polyethylene terephthalate (low viscosity) exporting countries
China is the largest exporter with 27% of world exports, followed by South Korea and the United States. The top three supply 44% between them, out of 140 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.32B | 27% |
| South Korea | $615.4M | 13% |
| United States | $210.1M | 4.3% |
| Malaysia | $205.6M | 4.2% |
| Thailand | $204.2M | 4.2% |
| India | $197.7M | 4% |
| Indonesia | $157.8M | 3.2% |
| Japan | $150.8M | 3.1% |
| Taiwan | $149.4M | 3% |
| Turkey | $144.8M | 3% |
| Mexico | $141.2M | 2.9% |
| Belgium | $126.2M | 2.6% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The United States is the biggest buyer with 11% of world imports, ahead of Vietnam and China. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 29% across 163 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $519.2M | 11% |
| Vietnam | $508.5M | 10% |
| China | $403.2M | 8.2% |
| India | $173.1M | 3.5% |
| Germany | $168.7M | 3.4% |
| Japan | $168.3M | 3.4% |
| Nigeria | $134.7M | 2.7% |
| United Arab Emirates | $132.3M | 2.7% |
| Indonesia | $127.5M | 2.6% |
| United Kingdom | $115.6M | 2.4% |
| Spain | $113.2M | 2.3% |
| France | $110.9M | 2.3% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $1.07 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $1.50 per kg and Indonesia $0.78 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 3907.69: Poly(ethylene terephthalate): in primary forms, having a viscosity of less than 78ml/g. HS 3907 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most polyethylene terephthalate (low viscosity)?
China exported $1.32 billion in 2024, 27% of the world total, followed by South Korea (13%) and the United States (4%). In all, 140 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most polyethylene terephthalate (low viscosity)?
The United States imported $519.2 million in 2024, 11% of world imports, ahead of Vietnam (10%) and China (8%). The top three importers together take 29%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in polyethylene terephthalate (low viscosity)?
It was worth $4.91 billion in 2024, about 4.59 million tonnes. That is an increase of 42% since 2017. The peak year was 2022 at $5.98 billion. 140 countries reported exports and 163 reported imports.
What is the average price of polyethylene terephthalate (low viscosity) per kg?
The world average declared value was about $1.07 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $1.50 per kg and Indonesia $0.78 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 polyethylene terephthalate (low viscosity)?
The HS code for polyethylene terephthalate (low viscosity) is subheading 3907.69, 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 3907 page.
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