Plastic tableware imports in Qatar: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Qatar imported plastic tableware worth $40.8 million (13.2 thousand tonnes). That is 25% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $55.4 million.
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 | $40.8M | 13.2K t |
| 2023 | $32.5M | 5.2K t |
| 2022 | $55.4M | 14.5K t |
| 2021 | $41.1M | 11.6K t |
| 2020 | $42.1M | 12.9K t |
| 2019 | $28.5M | 7.8K t |
| 2018 | $27.9M | 8.1K t |
| 2017 | $21.3M | 6.4K t |
Where Qatar imports plastic tableware from
Most of the value came from China (45%), United Arab Emirates (14%), India (7%). Among the main suppliers, Belgium grew fastest (+230% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $18.3M | 45% |
| United Arab Emirates | $5.8M | 14% |
| India | $2.9M | 7% |
| Turkey | $2.1M | 5.2% |
| Thailand | $1.8M | 4.5% |
| Belgium | $1.2M | 2.8% |
| Portugal | $1.1M | 2.7% |
| Kuwait | $1.0M | 2.5% |
| Saudi Arabia | $937K | 2.3% |
| Hong Kong | $779K | 1.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.08 per kg, 32% below the world average of $4.52, 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.
Plastic tableware exports from Qatar
Exports of plastic tableware by Qatar reached $391 thousand in 2024 (163 tonnes). Most of it went to Kuwait (34%), Bahrain (22%), Saudi Arabia (19%). Among the main buyer markets, Malaysia grew fastest (+145% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kuwait | $134K | 34% |
| Bahrain | $86K | 22% |
| Saudi Arabia | $76K | 19% |
| Malaysia | $31K | 7.9% |
| Hong Kong | $16K | 4% |
| Uganda | $12K | 2.9% |
| India | $9K | 2.3% |
| Lebanon | $8K | 2.1% |
| United Kingdom | $3K | 0.8% |
| Georgia | $3K | 0.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in Qatar?
The shipment records behind Qatar plastic tableware imports (HS 3924.10): 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 3924.10: Plastics: tableware and kitchenware.
Common questions
What is the value of plastic tableware imported by Qatar?
Qatar imported plastic tableware worth $40.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 13.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 52nd of 224 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 25% on 2023.
Which countries supply plastic tableware to Qatar?
China was the largest supplier with 45% of the value ($18.3 million), followed by the United Arab Emirates (14%) and India (7%). The top three together account for 66%, out of 57 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 230% on the year.
What is the average import price of plastic tableware per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.08 per kg in 2024, 32% below the world average of $4.52 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of plastic tableware to Qatar changed since 2017?
Imports went from $21.3 million in 2017 to $40.8 million in 2024, an increase of 91%. The peak was 2022 at $55.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $36.2 million a year.
Does Qatar also export plastic tableware?
Yes. Qatar exported $391 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Kuwait, Bahrain and Saudi Arabia. On balance Qatar is a net importer of this product, by about $40.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for plastic tableware?
The HS code for plastic tableware is subheading 3924.10. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3924 page.
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