Polyethylene bags imports in the Republic of the Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of polyethylene bags by the Republic of the Congo reached $3.2 million in 2024 (1.5 thousand tonnes). Value fell 19% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 20% 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 | $3.2M | 1.5K t |
| 2023 | $4.0M | 2.1K t |
| 2022 | $1.8M | 570 t |
| 2021 | $851K | 419 t |
| 2020 | $1.6M | 782 t |
| 2019 | $420K | 103 t |
| 2018 | $2.1M | 886 t |
| 2017 | $928K | 381 t |
Where the Republic of the Congo imports polyethylene bags from
The largest suppliers were Malaysia (42%), China (35%), Nigeria (11%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Malaysia | $1.3M | 42% |
| China | $1.1M | 35% |
| Nigeria | $353K | 11% |
| France | $247K | 7.6% |
| Belgium | $52K | 1.6% |
| Turkey | $32K | 1% |
| Lebanon | $21K | 0.7% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $11K | 0.4% |
| Brazil | $11K | 0.4% |
| Italy | $10K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.15 per kg, 27% below the world average of $2.93, 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.
Who is behind these numbers in the Republic of the Congo?
The shipment records behind Republic of the Congo polyethylene bags imports (HS 3923.21): 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 3923.21: Ethylene polymers: sacks and bags (including cones), for the conveyance or packing of goods.
Common questions
What is the value of polyethylene bags imported by the Republic of the Congo?
The Republic of the Congo imported polyethylene bags worth $3.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 137th of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 19% on 2023.
Which countries supply polyethylene bags to the Republic of the Congo?
Malaysia was the largest supplier with 42% of the value ($1.3 million), followed by China (35%) and Nigeria (11%). The top three together account for 88%, out of 21 supplier countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 791% on the year.
What is the average import price of polyethylene bags per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.15 per kg in 2024, 27% below the world average of $2.93 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of polyethylene bags to the Republic of the Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $928 thousand in 2017 to $3.2 million in 2024, an increase of 249%. The peak was 2023 at $4.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $1.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for polyethylene bags?
The HS code for polyethylene bags is subheading 3923.21. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3923 page.
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