Plastic caps and closures imports in Angola: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Angola imported plastic caps and closures worth $5.4 million (1.6 thousand tonnes). Value fell 17% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 7% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $12.1 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5.4M | 1.6K t |
| 2023 | $6.6M | 1.7K t |
| 2022 | $8.0M | 2.1K t |
| 2021 | $6.6M | 2.2K t |
| 2020 | $7.8M | 2.2K t |
| 2019 | $11.7M | 3.0K t |
| 2018 | $12.1M | 3.1K t |
| 2017 | $9.1M | 2.3K t |
Where Angola imports plastic caps and closures from
The largest suppliers were Portugal (20%), Turkey (14%), Italy (12%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 46%. Among the main suppliers, Belgium grew fastest (+270% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Portugal | $1.1M | 20% |
| Turkey | $738K | 14% |
| Italy | $679K | 13% |
| China | $658K | 12% |
| India | $605K | 11% |
| United Arab Emirates | $343K | 6.3% |
| Norway | $294K | 5.4% |
| South Africa | $271K | 5% |
| Belgium | $126K | 2.3% |
| Costa Rica | $120K | 2.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.33 per kg, 44% below the world average of $5.90, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
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The shipment records behind Angola plastic caps and closures imports (HS 3923.50): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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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 3923.50: Plastics: stoppers, lids, caps and other closures, for the conveyance or packing of goods.
Common questions
What is the value of plastic caps and closures imported by Angola?
Angola imported plastic caps and closures worth $5.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 116th of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 17% on 2023.
Which countries supply plastic caps and closures to Angola?
Portugal was the largest supplier with 20% of the value ($1.1 million), followed by Turkey (14%) and Italy (12%). The top three together account for 46%, out of 40 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 270% on the year.
What is the average import price of plastic caps and closures per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.33 per kg in 2024, 44% below the world average of $5.90 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of plastic caps and closures to Angola changed since 2017?
Imports went from $9.1 million in 2017 to $5.4 million in 2024, a fall of 40%. The peak was 2018 at $12.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $8.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for plastic caps and closures?
The HS code for plastic caps and closures is subheading 3923.50. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3923 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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