Polyethylene terephthalate film exports from Oman: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of polyethylene terephthalate film by Oman reached $362.5 million in 2024 (208.9 thousand tonnes). It ranks 8th of 126 countries for exports of this product. Value fell 12% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $474.5 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 | $362.5M | 208.9K t |
| 2023 | $414.0M | 186.2K t |
| 2022 | $474.5M | 214.0K t |
| 2021 | $430.9M | 262.2K t |
| 2020 | $325.0M | 236.9K t |
| 2019 | $219.7M | 59.0K t |
| 2018 | $286.7M | 128.0K t |
| 2017 | $295.0M | 150.8K t |
Where Oman exports polyethylene terephthalate film to
One buyer market dominates: United States accounted for 78% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+417% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $282.3M | 78% |
| Saudi Arabia | $18.8M | 5.2% |
| Canada | $11.9M | 3.3% |
| Spain | $7.1M | 2% |
| South Africa | $5.7M | 1.6% |
| Denmark | $4.5M | 1.3% |
| Ireland | $4.5M | 1.3% |
| Brazil | $4.5M | 1.3% |
| Italy | $4.5M | 1.2% |
| Turkey | $4.2M | 1.2% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.74 per kg, 42% below the world average of $3.01, 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 terephthalate film imports to Oman
Oman imported $2.9 million of polyethylene terephthalate film in 2024 (2.0 thousand tonnes). Most of the value came from Saudi Arabia (48%), India (31%), Germany (6%). Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $1.4M | 48% |
| India | $926K | 31% |
| Germany | $179K | 6.1% |
| China | $136K | 4.6% |
| Turkey | $117K | 4% |
| Pakistan | $115K | 3.9% |
| Japan | $23K | 0.8% |
| Taiwan | $22K | 0.8% |
| Czech Republic | $1K | 0.1% |
| Bahrain | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Oman?
The shipment records behind Oman polyethylene terephthalate film exports (HS 3920.62): 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 3920.62: Plastics: plates, sheets, film, foil and strip (not self-adhesive), of poly(ethylene terephthalate), non-cellular and not reinforced, laminated, supported or similarly combined with other materials.
Common questions
What is the value of polyethylene terephthalate film exported by Oman?
Oman exported polyethylene terephthalate film worth $362.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 208.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 126 countries worldwide, with 4% of world exports. The value was down 12% on 2023.
Which countries buy polyethylene terephthalate film from Oman?
The United States was the largest buyer with 78% of the value ($282.3 million), followed by Saudi Arabia (5%) and Canada (3%). The top three together account for 86%, out of 28 buyer countries in total. Saudi Arabia grew fastest among the top ten, up 417% on the year.
What is the average export price of polyethylene terephthalate film per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.74 per kg in 2024, 42% below the world average of $3.01 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of polyethylene terephthalate film from Oman changed since 2017?
Exports went from $295.0 million in 2017 to $362.5 million in 2024, an increase of 23%. The peak was 2022 at $474.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $351.0 million a year.
Does Oman also import polyethylene terephthalate film?
Yes. Oman imported $2.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Saudi Arabia, India and Germany. On balance Oman is a net exporter of this product, by about $359.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for polyethylene terephthalate film?
The HS code for polyethylene terephthalate film is subheading 3920.62. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3920 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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