Plasticized PVC compounds imports in Ethiopia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Ethiopia imported plasticized pvc compounds worth $5.2 million (4.3 thousand tonnes). That is 66% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 17% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, 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 | $5.2M | 4.3K t |
| 2023 | $15.2M | 9.2K t |
| 2022 | $13.4M | 10.1K t |
| 2021 | $6.9M | 6.3K t |
| 2020 | $6.5M | 6.4K t |
| 2019 | $7.1M | 6.9K t |
| 2018 | $3.0M | 2.7K t |
| 2017 | $1.7M | 1.6K t |
Where Ethiopia imports plasticized pvc compounds from
China alone supplied 92% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $4.7M | 92% |
| Saudi Arabia | $211K | 4.1% |
| Thailand | $160K | 3.1% |
| India | $49K | 1% |
| Netherlands | $12K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.20 per kg, 35% below the world average of $1.85, 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Ethiopia?
The shipment records behind Ethiopia plasticized pvc compounds imports (HS 3904.22): 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 3904.22: Vinyl chloride, other halogenated olefin polymers: plasticised poly(vinyl chloride), in primary forms, mixed with other substances.
Common questions
What is the value of plasticized pvc compounds imported by Ethiopia?
Ethiopia imported plasticized pvc compounds worth $5.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 75th of 194 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 66% on 2023.
Which countries supply plasticized pvc compounds to Ethiopia?
China was the largest supplier with 92% of the value ($4.7 million), followed by Saudi Arabia (4%) and Thailand (3%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 5 supplier countries in total.
What is the average import price of plasticized pvc compounds per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.20 per kg in 2024, 35% below the world average of $1.85 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of plasticized pvc compounds to Ethiopia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.7 million in 2017 to $5.2 million in 2024, an increase of 198%. The peak was 2023 at $15.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $7.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for plasticized pvc compounds?
The HS code for plasticized pvc compounds is subheading 3904.22. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3904 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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