Plastic sheet imports in the Republic of the Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of plastic sheet by the Republic of the Congo reached $6.7 million in 2024 (2.1 thousand tonnes). Value rose 42% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 15% a year on average.
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 | $6.7M | 2.1K t |
| 2023 | $4.7M | 1.1K t |
| 2022 | $6.2M | 1.7K t |
| 2021 | $4.6M | 1.3K t |
| 2020 | $3.5M | 1.2K t |
| 2019 | $3.3M | 1.3K t |
| 2018 | $4.3M | 1.1K t |
| 2017 | $2.5M | 784 t |
Where the Republic of the Congo imports plastic sheet from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 70% of the value. Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+325% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $4.7M | 70% |
| India | $949K | 14% |
| France | $375K | 5.6% |
| Turkey | $174K | 2.6% |
| Lebanon | $166K | 2.5% |
| Senegal | $105K | 1.6% |
| Egypt | $84K | 1.2% |
| Saudi Arabia | $79K | 1.2% |
| Belgium | $22K | 0.3% |
| Brazil | $19K | 0.3% |
Product types under HS 3920
| 3920.10 | Polyethylene film and sheet | 30% |
| 3920.20 | Polypropylene film and sheet | 20% |
| 3920.49 | Rigid PVC film and sheet | 12% |
| 3920.99 | Plastic film and sheet (other) | 9.9% |
| 3920.61 | Polycarbonate film and sheet | 8% |
| 3920.51 | Polymethyl methacrylate film and sheet | 5.7% |
| 3920.69 | Polyester film and sheet (other) | 5.7% |
| 3920.43 | Plasticized PVC film and sheet | 3% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 3920.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.15 per kg, close to the world average of $3.44.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Who is behind these numbers in the Republic of the Congo?
The shipment records behind Republic of the Congo plastic sheet imports (HS 3920): 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: Plastics; plates, sheets, film, foil and strip (not self-adhesive); non-cellular and not reinforced, laminated, supported or similarly combined with other materials, n.e.c. in chapter 39.
Common questions
What is the value of plastic sheet imported by the Republic of the Congo?
The Republic of the Congo imported plastic sheet worth $6.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 150th of 224 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 42% on 2023.
Which countries supply plastic sheet to the Republic of the Congo?
China was the largest supplier with 70% of the value ($4.7 million), followed by India (14%) and France (6%). The top three together account for 89%, out of 29 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 325% on the year.
What is the average import price of plastic sheet per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.15 per kg in 2024, 8% below the world average of $3.44 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of plastic sheet to the Republic of the Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.5 million in 2017 to $6.7 million in 2024, an increase of 171%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $4.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for plastic sheet?
The HS code for plastic sheet is heading 3920. In the Republic of the Congo the largest six-digit codes were 3920.10 (30% of the value) and 3920.20 (19%).
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