Polyurethane imports in Angola: data, top suppliers and prices
Angola imported $10.8 million of polyurethane in 2024 (3.4 thousand tonnes). That is 20% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 18% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $15.2 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 | $10.8M | 3.4K t |
| 2023 | $13.5M | 3.3K t |
| 2022 | $14.4M | 5.3K t |
| 2021 | $15.2M | 6.7K t |
| 2020 | $9.9M | 6.1K t |
| 2019 | $6.6M | 1.9K t |
| 2018 | $2.9M | 761 t |
| 2017 | $3.4M | 713 t |
Where Angola imports polyurethane from
Most of the value came from Singapore (23%), United Arab Emirates (16%), Spain (13%). Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+352% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Singapore | $2.5M | 23% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1.7M | 16% |
| Spain | $1.4M | 13% |
| United Kingdom | $1.4M | 13% |
| United States | $1.1M | 11% |
| China | $881K | 8.1% |
| Portugal | $484K | 4.5% |
| Italy | $343K | 3.2% |
| South Africa | $283K | 2.6% |
| Netherlands | $194K | 1.8% |
Product types under HS 3909
| 3909.50 | Polyurethane resins | 48% |
| 3909.40 | Phenol-formaldehyde resins | 40% |
| 3909.39 | Amino resins (other) | 9.3% |
| 3909.31 | Polymethylene polyphenyl isocyanate | 1.6% |
| 3909.10 | Urea-formaldehyde resins | 1.3% |
| 3909.20 | Melamine-formaldehyde resins | 0.3% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 3909.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.19 per kg, 54% above the world average of $2.07. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Who is behind these numbers in Angola?
The shipment records behind Angola polyurethane imports (HS 3909): 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 3909: Amino-resins, phenolic resins and polyurethanes, in primary forms.
Common questions
What is the value of polyurethane imported by Angola?
Angola imported polyurethane worth $10.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 92nd of 214 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 20% on 2023.
Which countries supply polyurethane to Angola?
Singapore was the largest supplier with 23% of the value ($2.5 million), followed by the United Arab Emirates (16%) and Spain (13%). The top three together account for 52%, out of 27 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 352% on the year.
What is the average import price of polyurethane per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.19 per kg in 2024, 54% above the world average of $2.07 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of polyurethane to Angola changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.4 million in 2017 to $10.8 million in 2024, an increase of 215%. The peak was 2021 at $15.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $9.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for polyurethane?
The HS code for polyurethane is heading 3909. In Angola the largest six-digit codes were 3909.50 (48% of the value) and 3909.40 (40%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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