Polypropylene film and sheet imports in Qatar: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of polypropylene film and sheet by Qatar reached $5.1 million in 2024 (2.5 thousand tonnes). Value rose 18% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $5.1M | 2.5K t |
| 2023 | $4.3M | 1.2K t |
| 2022 | $5.6M | 2.3K t |
| 2021 | $5.4M | 2.3K t |
| 2020 | $3.6M | 1.8K t |
| 2019 | $4.1M | 1.6K t |
| 2018 | $3.8M | 1.5K t |
| 2017 | $3.2M | 1.4K t |
Where Qatar imports polypropylene film and sheet from
Most of the value came from India (42%), China (15%), Saudi Arabia (12%). Among the main suppliers, Thailand grew fastest (+281% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $2.1M | 42% |
| China | $769K | 15% |
| Saudi Arabia | $600K | 12% |
| South Korea | $480K | 9.4% |
| United Arab Emirates | $329K | 6.4% |
| Turkey | $318K | 6.2% |
| Kuwait | $249K | 4.9% |
| Thailand | $136K | 2.7% |
| Switzerland | $41K | 0.8% |
| Germany | $26K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.02 per kg, 31% below the world average of $2.94, 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.
Polypropylene film and sheet exports from Qatar
Exports of polypropylene film and sheet by Qatar reached $1.2 million in 2024 (820 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Kuwait accounted for 68% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kuwait | $797K | 68% |
| Bahrain | $192K | 16% |
| Saudi Arabia | $142K | 12% |
| Ireland | $18K | 1.6% |
| Myanmar | $17K | 1.5% |
| Hong Kong | $2K | 0.1% |
| Angola | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Qatar?
The shipment records behind Qatar polypropylene film and sheet imports (HS 3920.20): 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 3920.20: Plastics: of polymers of propylene, plates, sheets, film, foil and strip (not self-adhesive), non-cellular and not reinforced, laminated, supported or similarly combined with other materials.
Common questions
What is the value of polypropylene film and sheet imported by Qatar?
Qatar imported polypropylene film and sheet worth $5.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 121st of 216 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 18% on 2023.
Which countries supply polypropylene film and sheet to Qatar?
India was the largest supplier with 42% of the value ($2.1 million), followed by China (15%) and Saudi Arabia (12%). The top three together account for 69%, out of 17 supplier countries in total. Thailand grew fastest among the top ten, up 281% on the year.
What is the average import price of polypropylene film and sheet per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.02 per kg in 2024, 31% below the world average of $2.94 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of polypropylene film and sheet to Qatar changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.2 million in 2017 to $5.1 million in 2024, an increase of 59%. The peak was 2022 at $5.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.4 million a year.
Does Qatar also export polypropylene film and sheet?
Yes. Qatar exported $1.2 million 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 $3.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for polypropylene film and sheet?
The HS code for polypropylene film and sheet is subheading 3920.20. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3920 page.
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