Ethylene polymers (other) exports from Qatar: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Qatar exported ethylene polymers (other) worth $11.1 million (10.6 thousand tonnes). Value fell 67% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 14% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $47.7 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 | $11.1M | 10.6K t |
| 2023 | $33.8M | 29.1K t |
| 2022 | $44.6M | 29.7K t |
| 2021 | $25.4M | 19.4K t |
| 2020 | $19.3M | 20.2K t |
| 2019 | $31.2M | 26.4K t |
| 2018 | $47.7M | 32.4K t |
| 2017 | $31.9M | 27.3K t |
Where Qatar exports ethylene polymers (other) to
Most of it went to China (27%), Taiwan (14%), Indonesia (13%). Among the main buyer markets, Australia grew fastest (+229% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.0M | 28% |
| Taiwan | $1.6M | 14% |
| Indonesia | $1.4M | 13% |
| Greece | $1.4M | 13% |
| India | $1.0M | 9.1% |
| Philippines | $647K | 5.9% |
| Georgia | $392K | 3.6% |
| Cambodia | $362K | 3.3% |
| Australia | $330K | 3% |
| Singapore | $245K | 2.2% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.05 per kg, 38% below the world average of $1.70, 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.
Ethylene polymers (other) imports to Qatar
In 2024, Qatar imported ethylene polymers (other) worth $2.5 million (1.3 thousand tonnes). The largest suppliers were South Korea (31%), Saudi Arabia (18%), China (15%). Among the main suppliers, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+735% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea | $767K | 31% |
| Saudi Arabia | $453K | 18% |
| China | $366K | 15% |
| India | $363K | 15% |
| Germany | $210K | 8.5% |
| Vietnam | $173K | 7.1% |
| Spain | $58K | 2.4% |
| Turkey | $28K | 1.1% |
| Netherlands | $20K | 0.8% |
| Sweden | $12K | 0.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in Qatar?
The shipment records behind Qatar ethylene polymers (other) exports (HS 3901.90): 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 3901.90: Ethylene polymers: in primary forms, n.e.c. in heading no. 3901.
Common questions
What is the value of ethylene polymers (other) exported by Qatar?
Qatar exported ethylene polymers (other) worth $11.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 10.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 40th of 132 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 67% on 2023.
Which countries buy ethylene polymers (other) from Qatar?
China was the largest buyer with 27% of the value ($3.0 million), followed by Taiwan (14%) and Indonesia (13%). The top three together account for 55%, out of 22 buyer countries in total. Australia grew fastest among the top ten, up 229% on the year.
What is the average export price of ethylene polymers (other) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.05 per kg in 2024, 38% below the world average of $1.70 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of ethylene polymers (other) from Qatar changed since 2017?
Exports went from $31.9 million in 2017 to $11.1 million in 2024, a fall of 65%. The peak was 2018 at $47.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $30.6 million a year.
Does Qatar also import ethylene polymers (other)?
Yes. Qatar imported $2.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from South Korea, Saudi Arabia and China. On balance Qatar is a net exporter of this product, by about $8.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for ethylene polymers (other)?
The HS code for ethylene polymers (other) is subheading 3901.90. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3901 page.
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