Polyethylene terephthalate film imports in Cote d'Ivoire: data, top suppliers and prices
Cote d'Ivoire imported $4.0 million of polyethylene terephthalate film in 2024 (2.3 thousand tonnes). Value fell 14% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $5.1 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 | $4.0M | 2.3K t |
| 2023 | $4.7M | 2.4K t |
| 2022 | $2.6M | 1.2K t |
| 2021 | $5.1M | 3.2K t |
| 2020 | $4.4M | 2.2K t |
| 2019 | $3.2M | 1.6K t |
| 2018 | $2.9M | 1.6K t |
| 2017 | $2.7M | 1.7K t |
Where Cote d'Ivoire imports polyethylene terephthalate film from
Most of the value came from United Arab Emirates (40%), India (27%), Turkey (8%). Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+172% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $1.6M | 40% |
| India | $1.1M | 27% |
| Turkey | $305K | 7.6% |
| United States | $262K | 6.5% |
| China | $249K | 6.2% |
| Nigeria | $120K | 3% |
| Belgium | $113K | 2.8% |
| Italy | $84K | 2.1% |
| Tunisia | $52K | 1.3% |
| Thailand | $47K | 1.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.78 per kg, 41% below the world average of $3.01, 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 Cote d'Ivoire polyethylene terephthalate film imports (HS 3920.62): 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 3920.62: Plastics: plates, sheets, film, foil and strip (not self-adhesive), of poly(ethylene terephthalate), non-cellular and not reinforced, laminated, supported or similarly combined with other materials.
Common questions
What is the value of polyethylene terephthalate film imported by Cote d'Ivoire?
Cote d'Ivoire imported polyethylene terephthalate film worth $4.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 85th of 211 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 14% on 2023.
Which countries supply polyethylene terephthalate film to Cote d'Ivoire?
The United Arab Emirates was the largest supplier with 40% of the value ($1.6 million), followed by India (27%) and Turkey (8%). The top three together account for 74%, out of 22 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 172% on the year.
What is the average import price of polyethylene terephthalate film per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.78 per kg in 2024, 41% below the world average of $3.01 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of polyethylene terephthalate film to Cote d'Ivoire changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.7 million in 2017 to $4.0 million in 2024, an increase of 49%. The peak was 2021 at $5.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for polyethylene terephthalate film?
The HS code for polyethylene terephthalate film is subheading 3920.62. 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?
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