Polyethylene film and sheet exports from Cote d'Ivoire: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Cote d'Ivoire exported polyethylene film and sheet worth $11.1 million (5.2 thousand tonnes). Value rose 3% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 67% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $14.2 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $11.1M | 5.2K t |
| 2023 | $10.7M | 4.6K t |
| 2022 | $13.4M | 6.5K t |
| 2021 | $11.0M | 5.5K t |
| 2020 | $13.0M | 7.3K t |
| 2019 | $11.0M | 6.6K t |
| 2018 | $14.2M | 7.9K t |
| 2017 | $303K | 113 t |
Where Cote d'Ivoire exports polyethylene film and sheet to
One buyer market dominates: Mali accounted for 64% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Togo grew fastest (+170% on the year before).
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.13 per kg, 24% below the world average of $2.81, 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.
Polyethylene film and sheet imports to Cote d'Ivoire
In 2024, Cote d'Ivoire imported polyethylene film and sheet worth $7.4 million (3.9 thousand tonnes). The largest suppliers were China (15%), Spain (14%), France (13%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 41%. Among the main suppliers, Uruguay grew fastest (+322% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.1M | 15% |
| Spain | $1.0M | 14% |
| France | $922K | 13% |
| Turkey | $834K | 11% |
| India | $703K | 9.5% |
| Italy | $698K | 9.5% |
| Saudi Arabia | $684K | 9.3% |
| Egypt | $541K | 7.3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $133K | 1.8% |
| Uruguay | $123K | 1.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in Cote d'Ivoire?
The shipment records behind Cote d'Ivoire polyethylene film and sheet exports (HS 3920.10): 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 3920.10: Plastics: plates, sheets, film, foil and strip (not self-adhesive), of polymers of ethylene, non-cellular and not reinforced, laminated, supported or similarly combined with other materials.
Common questions
What is the value of polyethylene film and sheet exported by Cote d'Ivoire?
Cote d'Ivoire exported polyethylene film and sheet worth $11.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 67th of 164 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 3% on 2023.
Which countries buy polyethylene film and sheet from Cote d'Ivoire?
Mali was the largest buyer with 64% of the value ($7.1 million), followed by Burkina Faso (21%) and Benin (5%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 17 buyer countries in total. Togo grew fastest among the top ten, up 170% on the year.
What is the average export price of polyethylene film and sheet per kg?
The average declared export value was about $2.13 per kg in 2024, 24% below the world average of $2.81 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of polyethylene film and sheet from Cote d'Ivoire changed since 2017?
Exports went from $302 thousand in 2017 to $11.1 million in 2024. The peak was 2018 at $14.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $10.6 million a year.
Does Cote d'Ivoire also import polyethylene film and sheet?
Yes. Cote d'Ivoire imported $7.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, Spain and France. On balance Cote d'Ivoire is a net exporter of this product, by about $3.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for polyethylene film and sheet?
The HS code for polyethylene film and sheet is subheading 3920.10. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3920 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.
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