Polyethylene imports in Angola: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Angola imported polyethylene worth $70.4 million (51.4 thousand tonnes). The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $90.0 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 | $70.4M | 51.4K t |
| 2023 | $71.8M | 51.0K t |
| 2022 | $90.0M | 52.4K t |
| 2021 | $52.4M | 33.3K t |
| 2020 | $41.3M | 28.9K t |
| 2019 | $56.8M | 31.4K t |
| 2018 | $61.7M | 122.0K t |
| 2017 | $32.7M | 16.6K t |
Where Angola imports polyethylene from
The largest suppliers were China (33%), United States (17%), Saudi Arabia (12%). Among the main suppliers, South Africa grew fastest (+124% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $23.5M | 33% |
| United States | $12.3M | 17% |
| Saudi Arabia | $8.6M | 12% |
| United Arab Emirates | $6.2M | 8.8% |
| South Africa | $4.7M | 6.7% |
| South Korea | $3.5M | 5% |
| Kuwait | $2.2M | 3.2% |
| Qatar | $1.6M | 2.2% |
| Vietnam | $1.1M | 1.6% |
| Portugal | $1.0M | 1.5% |
Product types under HS 3901
| 3901.20 | High-density polyethylene | 35% |
| 3901.90 | Ethylene polymers (other) | 24% |
| 3901.10 | Low-density polyethylene | 22% |
| 3901.30 | Ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer | 11% |
| 3901.40 | Ethylene-alpha-olefin copolymer | 8.9% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 3901.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.37 per kg, close to the world average of $1.22.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Polyethylene exports from Angola
Angola exported $876 thousand of polyethylene in 2024 (632 tonnes). South Africa alone took 50% of it. Among the main buyer markets, South Africa grew fastest (+148% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $439K | 50% |
| DR Congo | $389K | 44% |
| Mozambique | $29K | 3.4% |
| Namibia | $19K | 2.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Angola?
The shipment records behind Angola polyethylene imports (HS 3901): 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 3901: Polymers of ethylene, in primary forms.
Common questions
What is the value of polyethylene imported by Angola?
Angola imported polyethylene worth $70.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 51.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 96th of 213 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 2% on 2023.
Which countries supply polyethylene to Angola?
China was the largest supplier with 33% of the value ($23.5 million), followed by the United States (17%) and Saudi Arabia (12%). The top three together account for 63%, out of 40 supplier countries in total. Vietnam grew fastest among the top ten, up 161% on the year.
What is the average import price of polyethylene per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.37 per kg in 2024, 12% above the world average of $1.22 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of polyethylene to Angola changed since 2017?
Imports went from $32.7 million in 2017 to $70.4 million in 2024, an increase of 115%. The peak was 2022 at $90.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $59.6 million a year.
Does Angola also export polyethylene?
Yes. Angola exported $876 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to South Africa, the DR Congo and Mozambique. On balance Angola is a net importer of this product, by about $69.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for polyethylene?
The HS code for polyethylene is heading 3901. In Angola the largest six-digit codes were 3901.20 (35% of the value) and 3901.90 (24%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
For Angola, EximDataX reads the shipment records of the countries that trade with it and shows the companies on both sides. We can walk you through your product on a short call.
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