Low-density polyethylene exports from Oman: data, top buyers and prices
Oman exported $187.4 million of low-density polyethylene in 2024 (180.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Value fell 55% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 83% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $558.4 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 | $187.4M | 180.2K t |
| 2023 | $415.0M | 318.8K t |
| 2022 | $558.4M | 343.2K t |
| 2021 | $246.1M | 158.0K t |
| 2020 | $8.7M | 7.9K t |
| 2019 | $7.3M | 7.9K t |
| 2018 | $4.1M | 3.4K t |
| 2017 | $2.7M | 2.7K t |
Where Oman exports low-density polyethylene to
The largest buyer markets were Pakistan (34%), Turkey (13%), India (11%). Among the main buyer markets, Egypt grew fastest (+142% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Pakistan | $64.1M | 34% |
| Turkey | $24.8M | 13% |
| India | $20.1M | 11% |
| Taiwan | $16.9M | 9% |
| Egypt | $7.2M | 3.9% |
| Malaysia | $5.5M | 2.9% |
| Italy | $4.8M | 2.6% |
| South Africa | $3.8M | 2.1% |
| Thailand | $2.9M | 1.6% |
| Kenya | $2.9M | 1.5% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.04 per kg, close to the world average of $1.26.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Low-density polyethylene imports to Oman
Imports of low-density polyethylene by Oman reached $56.5 million in 2024 (48.1 thousand tonnes). Most of the value came from United States (45%), Saudi Arabia (31%), India (10%). Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+605% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $25.5M | 45% |
| Saudi Arabia | $17.7M | 31% |
| India | $5.6M | 9.9% |
| Kuwait | $2.6M | 4.7% |
| Germany | $2.1M | 3.8% |
| Sweden | $1.1M | 1.9% |
| Austria | $771K | 1.4% |
| South Korea | $472K | 0.8% |
| United Kingdom | $303K | 0.5% |
| Netherlands | $121K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Oman?
The shipment records behind Oman low-density polyethylene exports (HS 3901.10): 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 3901.10: Ethylene polymers: in primary forms, polyethylene having a specific gravity of less than 0.94.
Common questions
What is the value of low-density polyethylene exported by Oman?
Oman exported low-density polyethylene worth $187.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 180.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 25th of 142 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was down 55% on 2023.
Which countries buy low-density polyethylene from Oman?
Pakistan was the largest buyer with 34% of the value ($64.1 million), followed by Turkey (13%) and India (11%). The top three together account for 58%, out of 50 buyer countries in total. Egypt grew fastest among the top ten, up 142% on the year.
What is the average export price of low-density polyethylene per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.04 per kg in 2024, 17% below the world average of $1.26 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of low-density polyethylene from Oman changed since 2017?
Exports went from $2.7 million in 2017 to $187.4 million in 2024. The peak was 2022 at $558.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $178.7 million a year.
Does Oman also import low-density polyethylene?
Yes. Oman imported $56.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from the United States, Saudi Arabia and India. On balance Oman is a net exporter of this product, by about $130.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for low-density polyethylene?
The HS code for low-density polyethylene is subheading 3901.10. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3901 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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