Polyethylene bags imports in Jordan: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Jordan imported polyethylene bags worth $9.9 million (4.0 thousand tonnes). Value rose 66% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 17% a year on average.
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 | $9.9M | 4.0K t |
| 2023 | $6.0M | 1.4K t |
| 2022 | $5.7M | 1.3K t |
| 2021 | $3.9M | 1.0K t |
| 2020 | $4.1M | 1.2K t |
| 2019 | $5.1M | 1.6K t |
| 2018 | $3.1M | 803 t |
| 2017 | $3.2M | 1.1K t |
Where Jordan imports polyethylene bags from
The largest suppliers were China (37%), Turkey (35%), Saudi Arabia (10%). Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest (+857% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.7M | 37% |
| Turkey | $3.5M | 36% |
| Saudi Arabia | $1.0M | 10% |
| Egypt | $824K | 8.4% |
| Spain | $163K | 1.7% |
| Hong Kong | $133K | 1.4% |
| Lebanon | $112K | 1.1% |
| Poland | $88K | 0.9% |
| India | $71K | 0.7% |
| Netherlands | $56K | 0.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.49 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 Jordan
Exports of polyethylene bags by Jordan reached $3.2 million in 2024 (1.3 thousand tonnes). Most of it went to Saudi Arabia (38%), United States (26%), Egypt (14%). Among the main buyer markets, Israel grew fastest (+411% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $1.2M | 38% |
| United States | $807K | 26% |
| Egypt | $454K | 14% |
| Israel | $424K | 13% |
| Lebanon | $115K | 3.7% |
| Kuwait | $97K | 3.1% |
| Canada | $38K | 1.2% |
| Qatar | $25K | 0.8% |
| Germany | $1K | 0% |
| China | $1K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Jordan?
The shipment records behind Jordan polyethylene bags imports (HS 3923.21): 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 3923.21: 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 Jordan?
Jordan imported polyethylene bags worth $9.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 95th of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 66% on 2023.
Which countries supply polyethylene bags to Jordan?
China was the largest supplier with 37% of the value ($3.7 million), followed by Turkey (35%) and Saudi Arabia (10%). The top three together account for 83%, out of 27 supplier countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 857% on the year.
What is the average import price of polyethylene bags per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.49 per kg in 2024, 15% below the world average of $2.93 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of polyethylene bags to Jordan changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.2 million in 2017 to $9.9 million in 2024, an increase of 205%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $5.1 million a year.
Does Jordan also export polyethylene bags?
Yes. Jordan exported $3.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, the United States and Egypt. On balance Jordan is a net importer of this product, by about $6.7 million a 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.
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