Polyethylene pipes and tubes (rigid) exports from Oman: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Oman exported polyethylene pipes and tubes (rigid) worth $8.3 million (3.5 thousand tonnes). That is 55% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 18% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $41.9 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 | $8.3M | 3.5K t |
| 2023 | $18.4M | 5.1K t |
| 2022 | $23.9M | 7.4K t |
| 2021 | $23.6M | 8.6K t |
| 2020 | $28.7M | 12.5K t |
| 2019 | $27.2M | 12.2K t |
| 2018 | $41.9M | 17.0K t |
| 2017 | $32.6M | 22.9K t |
Where Oman exports polyethylene pipes and tubes (rigid) to
The largest buyer markets were Kuwait (31%), Qatar (25%), Czech Republic (19%). Among the main buyer markets, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+169% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kuwait | $2.6M | 31% |
| Qatar | $2.0M | 25% |
| Czech Republic | $1.6M | 19% |
| Saudi Arabia | $1.3M | 16% |
| Benin | $276K | 3.3% |
| Japan | $218K | 2.6% |
| Madagascar | $102K | 1.2% |
| Tanzania | $78K | 0.9% |
| Singapore | $59K | 0.7% |
| Bahrain | $42K | 0.5% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.35 per kg, 22% below the world average of $3.00, 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 pipes and tubes (rigid) imports to Oman
In 2024, Oman imported polyethylene pipes and tubes (rigid) worth $6.2 million (1.6 thousand tonnes). The largest suppliers were Egypt (35%), Netherlands (32%), China (17%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Egypt | $2.2M | 35% |
| Netherlands | $2.0M | 32% |
| China | $1.1M | 17% |
| Saudi Arabia | $580K | 9.3% |
| India | $150K | 2.4% |
| Germany | $104K | 1.7% |
| Turkey | $103K | 1.7% |
| United Kingdom | $37K | 0.6% |
| Italy | $29K | 0.5% |
| Sweden | $2K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Oman?
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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 3917.21: Plastics: tubes, pipes and hoses thereof, rigid, of polymers of ethylene.
Common questions
What is the value of polyethylene pipes and tubes (rigid) exported by Oman?
Oman exported polyethylene pipes and tubes (rigid) worth $8.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 44th of 143 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 55% on 2023.
Which countries buy polyethylene pipes and tubes (rigid) from Oman?
Kuwait was the largest buyer with 31% of the value ($2.6 million), followed by Qatar (25%) and the Czech Republic (19%). The top three together account for 75%, out of 13 buyer countries in total. Tanzania grew fastest among the top ten, up 819% on the year.
What is the average export price of polyethylene pipes and tubes (rigid) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $2.35 per kg in 2024, 22% below the world average of $3.00 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of polyethylene pipes and tubes (rigid) from Oman changed since 2017?
Exports went from $32.6 million in 2017 to $8.3 million in 2024, a fall of 75%. The peak was 2018 at $41.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $25.6 million a year.
Does Oman also import polyethylene pipes and tubes (rigid)?
Yes. Oman imported $6.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Egypt, the Netherlands and China. On balance Oman is a net exporter of this product, by about $2.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for polyethylene pipes and tubes (rigid)?
The HS code for polyethylene pipes and tubes (rigid) is subheading 3917.21. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3917 page.
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