Polypropylene film and sheet trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in polypropylene film and sheet was worth $11.17 billion in 2024, about 3.80 million tonnes. That is an increase of 16% since 2017, and up 6% 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 | $11.17B | 3.80M t |
| 2023 | $10.55B | 3.32M t |
| 2022 | $13.11B | 3.85M t |
| 2021 | $12.33B | 3.84M t |
| 2020 | $9.54B | 3.46M t |
| 2019 | $9.91B | 3.46M t |
| 2018 | $10.30B | 3.39M t |
| 2017 | $9.63B | 3.27M t |
Top polypropylene film and sheet exporting countries
Germany is the largest exporter with 10% of world exports, followed by China and Italy. The top three supply 28% between them, out of 150 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $1.16B | 10% |
| China | $1.16B | 10% |
| Italy | $759.7M | 6.8% |
| United States | $622.4M | 5.6% |
| Turkey | $615.0M | 5.5% |
| India | $424.1M | 3.8% |
| Japan | $370.7M | 3.3% |
| Saudi Arabia | $341.8M | 3.1% |
| Portugal | $341.4M | 3.1% |
| Poland | $313.5M | 2.8% |
| United Kingdom | $294.0M | 2.6% |
| Mexico | $291.1M | 2.6% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The largest importers are the United States (10%), Germany (7%) and Italy (5%). 216 countries imported it, and the top three take 23% of the value.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $1.12B | 10% |
| Germany | $812.5M | 7.3% |
| Italy | $587.3M | 5.3% |
| Poland | $445.0M | 4% |
| Mexico | $437.6M | 3.9% |
| United Kingdom | $430.1M | 3.9% |
| France | $416.7M | 3.7% |
| Spain | $413.0M | 3.7% |
| Canada | $344.9M | 3.1% |
| China | $284.2M | 2.5% |
| Belgium | $249.9M | 2.2% |
| Netherlands | $243.9M | 2.2% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $2.94 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Japan averaged $7.62 per kg and China $1.94 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 3920.20: Plastics: of polymers of propylene, plates, sheets, film, foil and strip (not self-adhesive), non-cellular and not reinforced, laminated, supported or similarly combined with other materials. HS 3920 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most polypropylene film and sheet?
Germany exported $1.16 billion in 2024, 10% of the world total, followed by China (10%) and Italy (7%). In all, 150 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most polypropylene film and sheet?
The United States imported $1.12 billion in 2024, 10% of world imports, ahead of Germany (7%) and Italy (5%). The top three importers together take 23%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in polypropylene film and sheet?
It was worth $11.17 billion in 2024, about 3.80 million tonnes. That is an increase of 16% since 2017. The peak year was 2022 at $13.11 billion. 150 countries reported exports and 216 reported imports.
What is the average price of polypropylene film and sheet per kg?
The world average declared value was about $2.94 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Japan averaged $7.62 per kg and China $1.94 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 film and sheet?
The HS code for polypropylene film and sheet is subheading 3920.20, 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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