Plastic packing articles (other) imports in Ethiopia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Ethiopia imported plastic packing articles (other) worth $4.8 million (1.2 thousand tonnes). The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 11% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $7.7 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 | $4.8M | 1.2K t |
| 2023 | $4.9M | 1.4K t |
| 2022 | $6.6M | 2.5K t |
| 2021 | $7.7M | 2.3K t |
| 2020 | $5.5M | 1.4K t |
| 2019 | $5.5M | 1.6K t |
| 2018 | $2.9M | 1.3K t |
| 2017 | $2.3M | 972 t |
Where Ethiopia imports plastic packing articles (other) from
The largest suppliers were China (44%), Kenya (19%), Egypt (15%). Among the main suppliers, Egypt grew fastest (+260% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.1M | 44% |
| Kenya | $938K | 19% |
| Egypt | $732K | 15% |
| Saudi Arabia | $309K | 6.4% |
| Italy | $227K | 4.7% |
| India | $172K | 3.6% |
| Netherlands | $157K | 3.2% |
| United States | $32K | 0.7% |
| Israel | $32K | 0.7% |
| Thailand | $20K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.89 per kg, close to the world average of $4.40.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Plastic packing articles (other) exports from Ethiopia
Ethiopia exported $203 thousand of plastic packing articles (other) in 2024 (36 tonnes). United States alone took 99% of it. Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest (+562% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $202K | 99% |
| Angola | $1K | 0.5% |
| Kenya | $0K | 0% |
| France | $0K | 0% |
| Ireland | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Ethiopia?
The shipment records behind Ethiopia plastic packing articles (other) imports (HS 3923.90): 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 3923.90: Plastics: articles for the conveyance or packing of goods n.e.c. in heading no. 3923.
Common questions
What is the value of plastic packing articles (other) imported by Ethiopia?
Ethiopia imported plastic packing articles (other) worth $4.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 118th of 224 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 0% on 2023.
Which countries supply plastic packing articles (other) to Ethiopia?
China was the largest supplier with 44% of the value ($2.1 million), followed by Kenya (19%) and Egypt (15%). The top three together account for 79%, out of 20 supplier countries in total. Thailand grew fastest among the top ten, up 263% on the year.
What is the average import price of plastic packing articles (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.89 per kg in 2024, 12% below the world average of $4.40 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of plastic packing articles (other) to Ethiopia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.3 million in 2017 to $4.8 million in 2024, an increase of 108%. The peak was 2021 at $7.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.0 million a year.
Does Ethiopia also export plastic packing articles (other)?
Yes. Ethiopia exported $203 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Angola and Kenya. On balance Ethiopia is a net importer of this product, by about $4.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for plastic packing articles (other)?
The HS code for plastic packing articles (other) is subheading 3923.90. 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?
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