Polypropylene copolymers trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in polypropylene copolymers was worth $14.96 billion in 2024, about 10.19 million tonnes. That is an increase of 12% since 2017, and up 5% 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 | $14.96B | 10.19M t |
| 2023 | $14.31B | 9.72M t |
| 2022 | $17.36B | 9.87M t |
| 2021 | $18.31B | 10.31M t |
| 2020 | $12.63B | 10.03M t |
| 2019 | $14.29B | 9.89M t |
| 2018 | $15.38B | 9.64M t |
| 2017 | $13.36B | 9.21M t |
Top polypropylene copolymers exporting countries
Exports are led by South Korea (12%), the United States (11%) and Singapore (10%). 112 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 33%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea | $1.75B | 12% |
| United States | $1.58B | 11% |
| Singapore | $1.54B | 10% |
| Belgium | $1.49B | 9.9% |
| Germany | $1.13B | 7.6% |
| Netherlands | $1.13B | 7.6% |
| United Arab Emirates | $726.9M | 4.9% |
| France | $704.2M | 4.7% |
| Saudi Arabia | $701.4M | 4.7% |
| Austria | $512.8M | 3.4% |
| Spain | $462.2M | 3.1% |
| Thailand | $364.2M | 2.4% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The largest importers are China (10%), Germany (8%) and Mexico (6%). 169 countries imported it, and the top three take 24% of the value.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.55B | 10% |
| Germany | $1.13B | 7.6% |
| Mexico | $874.4M | 5.9% |
| Italy | $828.2M | 5.5% |
| Turkey | $699.8M | 4.7% |
| France | $577.2M | 3.9% |
| India | $562.7M | 3.8% |
| Indonesia | $518.8M | 3.5% |
| Poland | $508.5M | 3.4% |
| Canada | $472.6M | 3.2% |
| United States | $452.2M | 3% |
| Belgium | $433.1M | 2.9% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $1.47 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $1.98 per kg and the United Arab Emirates $1.10 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 3902.30: Propylene, other olefin polymers: propylene copolymers in primary forms. HS 3902 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most polypropylene copolymers?
South Korea exported $1.75 billion in 2024, 12% of the world total, followed by the United States (11%) and Singapore (10%). In all, 112 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most polypropylene copolymers?
China imported $1.55 billion in 2024, 10% of world imports, ahead of Germany (8%) and Mexico (6%). 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 polypropylene copolymers?
It was worth $14.96 billion in 2024, about 10.19 million tonnes. That is an increase of 12% since 2017. The peak year was 2021 at $18.31 billion. 112 countries reported exports and 169 reported imports.
What is the average price of polypropylene copolymers per kg?
The world average declared value was about $1.47 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $1.98 per kg and the United Arab Emirates $1.10 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 polypropylene copolymers?
The HS code for polypropylene copolymers is subheading 3902.30, 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 3902 page.
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