Polyethylene film and sheet imports in the Republic of the Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
The Republic of the Congo imported $2.0 million of polyethylene film and sheet in 2024 (772 tonnes). That is 37% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% 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 | $2.0M | 772 t |
| 2023 | $1.5M | 376 t |
| 2022 | $1.6M | 540 t |
| 2021 | $1.1M | 372 t |
| 2020 | $896K | 414 t |
| 2019 | $1.2M | 622 t |
| 2018 | $814K | 273 t |
| 2017 | $777K | 379 t |
Where the Republic of the Congo imports polyethylene film and sheet from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 79% of the value. Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.6M | 79% |
| France | $129K | 6.4% |
| India | $113K | 5.6% |
| Turkey | $71K | 3.5% |
| Saudi Arabia | $40K | 2% |
| Belgium | $21K | 1% |
| Italy | $17K | 0.8% |
| South Africa | $10K | 0.5% |
| Lebanon | $9K | 0.5% |
| Tanzania | $8K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.59 per kg, close to the world average of $2.81.
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 film and sheet imports (HS 3920.10): 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 3920.10: Plastics: plates, sheets, film, foil and strip (not self-adhesive), of polymers of ethylene, non-cellular and not reinforced, laminated, supported or similarly combined with other materials.
Common questions
What is the value of polyethylene film and sheet imported by the Republic of the Congo?
The Republic of the Congo imported polyethylene film and sheet worth $2.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 772 tonnes. That ranks it 150th of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 37% on 2023.
Which countries supply polyethylene film and sheet to the Republic of the Congo?
China was the largest supplier with 79% of the value ($1.6 million), followed by France (6%) and India (6%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 16 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 621% on the year.
What is the average import price of polyethylene film and sheet per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.59 per kg in 2024, 8% below the world average of $2.81 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of polyethylene film and sheet to the Republic of the Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $777 thousand in 2017 to $2.0 million in 2024, an increase of 157%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for polyethylene film and sheet?
The HS code for polyethylene film and sheet is subheading 3920.10. 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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