Polyethylene bags imports in Cote d'Ivoire: data, top suppliers and prices
Cote d'Ivoire imported $40.1 million of polyethylene bags in 2024 (16.8 thousand tonnes). That is 132% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 52% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
Hover or tap a year for detail.
Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $40.1M | 16.8K t |
| 2023 | $17.3M | 7.7K t |
| 2022 | $37.9M | 22.2K t |
| 2021 | $8.9M | 4.0K t |
| 2020 | $8.7M | 3.8K t |
| 2019 | $2.5M | 566 t |
| 2018 | $3.0M | 1.1K t |
| 2017 | $2.1M | 694 t |
Where Cote d'Ivoire imports polyethylene bags from
One supplier dominates: Togo accounted for 89% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Togo grew fastest (+208% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Togo | $35.5M | 89% |
| Malaysia | $1.3M | 3.2% |
| China | $804K | 2% |
| India | $670K | 1.7% |
| Netherlands | $448K | 1.1% |
| France | $431K | 1.1% |
| Philippines | $392K | 1% |
| Benin | $172K | 0.4% |
| Germany | $93K | 0.2% |
| United States | $70K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.39 per kg, close to the world average of $2.93.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Polyethylene bags exports from Cote d'Ivoire
In 2024, Cote d'Ivoire exported polyethylene bags worth $33.7 million (12.8 thousand tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Mali accounted for 59% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Benin grew fastest (+42% on the year before).
Who is behind these numbers in Cote d'Ivoire?
The shipment records behind Cote d'Ivoire polyethylene bags imports (HS 3923.21): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
Shipment records are in the platform
Tell us what you trade and we will show you the latest records on a live call.
Direct customs feed: shipment-level records from the official customs source.
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 3923.21: Ethylene polymers: sacks and bags (including cones), for the conveyance or packing of goods.
Common questions
What is the value of polyethylene bags imported by Cote d'Ivoire?
Cote d'Ivoire imported polyethylene bags worth $40.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 16.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 45th of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 132% on 2023.
Which countries supply polyethylene bags to Cote d'Ivoire?
Togo was the largest supplier with 89% of the value ($35.5 million), followed by Malaysia (3%) and China (2%). The top three together account for 94%, out of 37 supplier countries in total. Malaysia grew fastest among the top ten, up 239% on the year.
What is the average import price of polyethylene bags per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.39 per kg in 2024, 18% below the world average of $2.93 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of polyethylene bags to Cote d'Ivoire changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.1 million in 2017 to $40.1 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $15.0 million a year.
Does Cote d'Ivoire also export polyethylene bags?
Yes. Cote d'Ivoire exported $33.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mali, Burkina Faso and Benin. That compares with imports of $40.1 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for polyethylene bags?
The HS code for polyethylene bags is subheading 3923.21. 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?
Shipment-level records for Cote d'Ivoire reach EximDataX from a direct customs feed, with company names, dates and declared values. We can show them for your product on a short call.
Same product, other countries
See what your buyers are buying.Then decide.
Everything we show you comes from official customs filings — records, not claims. 30 minutes. Your shipment. Your HS code. Real platform. If you don’t see something new about your market by the end of the call, we walk away. No follow-ups.