Polyethylene bags imports in Oman: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Oman imported polyethylene bags worth $19.6 million (9.2 thousand tonnes). Value rose 202% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 19% 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 | $19.6M | 9.2K t |
| 2023 | $6.5M | 1.8K t |
| 2022 | $10.1M | 2.4K t |
| 2021 | $7.9M | 3.5K t |
| 2020 | $9.3M | 4.7K t |
| 2019 | $8.1M | 4.8K t |
| 2018 | $8.3M | 4.1K t |
| 2017 | $5.7M | 3.3K t |
Where Oman imports polyethylene bags from
Saudi Arabia alone supplied 84% of it. Among the main suppliers, Saudi Arabia grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $16.4M | 84% |
| China | $1.7M | 8.8% |
| Indonesia | $512K | 2.6% |
| India | $356K | 1.8% |
| Bahrain | $233K | 1.2% |
| Turkey | $114K | 0.6% |
| Poland | $113K | 0.6% |
| Thailand | $90K | 0.5% |
| Netherlands | $27K | 0.1% |
| United Kingdom | $23K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.12 per kg, 28% below the world average of $2.93, 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.
Polyethylene bags exports from Oman
Exports of polyethylene bags by Oman reached $13.8 million in 2024 (4.3 thousand tonnes). One buyer market dominates: United States accounted for 83% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, United Kingdom grew fastest (+546% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $11.5M | 83% |
| Mexico | $1.0M | 7.6% |
| United Kingdom | $909K | 6.6% |
| Saudi Arabia | $189K | 1.4% |
| Egypt | $72K | 0.5% |
| Mozambique | $51K | 0.4% |
| Angola | $27K | 0.2% |
| Czech Republic | $16K | 0.1% |
| Ireland | $7K | 0.1% |
| Kuwait | $2K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Oman?
The shipment records behind Oman 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 Oman?
Oman imported polyethylene bags worth $19.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 9.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 74th of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 202% on 2023.
Which countries supply polyethylene bags to Oman?
Saudi Arabia was the largest supplier with 84% of the value ($16.4 million), followed by China (9%) and Indonesia (3%). The top three together account for 95%, out of 22 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 298% on the year.
What is the average import price of polyethylene bags per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.12 per kg in 2024, 28% below the world average of $2.93 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of polyethylene bags to Oman changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.7 million in 2017 to $19.6 million in 2024, an increase of 242%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $9.5 million a year.
Does Oman also export polyethylene bags?
Yes. Oman exported $13.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Mexico and the United Kingdom. On balance Oman is a net importer of this product, by about $5.8 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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