Plastic film and sheet (other) imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of plastic film and sheet (other) by Saudi Arabia reached $19.4 million in 2024 (2.1 thousand tonnes). Value rose 37% 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 | $19.4M | 2.1K t |
| 2023 | $14.2M | 2.3K t |
| 2022 | $20.0M | 1.7K t |
| 2021 | $14.6M | 1.4K t |
| 2020 | $16.4M | 2.1K t |
| 2019 | $19.7M | 3.2K t |
| 2018 | $13.0M | 2.7K t |
| 2017 | $16.1M | 2.9K t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports plastic film and sheet (other) from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 60% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+81% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $11.6M | 60% |
| United States | $3.8M | 20% |
| Poland | $866K | 4.5% |
| India | $652K | 3.4% |
| United Kingdom | $515K | 2.7% |
| Italy | $408K | 2.1% |
| Taiwan | $363K | 1.9% |
| France | $283K | 1.5% |
| Germany | $199K | 1% |
| Turkey | $164K | 0.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $9.40 per kg, close to the world average of $11.58.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Plastic film and sheet (other) exports from Saudi Arabia
In 2024, Saudi Arabia exported plastic film and sheet (other) worth $2.1 million (1.5 thousand tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Jordan (38%), United Kingdom (15%), Morocco (11%). Among the main buyer markets, Kuwait grew fastest (+166% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Jordan | $774K | 38% |
| United Kingdom | $301K | 15% |
| Morocco | $225K | 11% |
| Algeria | $130K | 6.4% |
| Cameroon | $86K | 4.2% |
| France | $82K | 4% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $68K | 3.3% |
| Bahrain | $66K | 3.2% |
| Kuwait | $60K | 2.9% |
| Yemen | $52K | 2.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia plastic film and sheet (other) imports (HS 3920.99): 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 3920.99: Plastics: plates, sheets, film, foil and strip (not self-adhesive), of plastics n.e.c. in heading no. 3920, non-cellular and not reinforced, laminated, supported or similarly combined with other materials.
Common questions
What is the value of plastic film and sheet (other) imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported plastic film and sheet (other) worth $19.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 44th of 218 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 37% on 2023.
Which countries supply plastic film and sheet (other) to Saudi Arabia?
China was the largest supplier with 60% of the value ($11.6 million), followed by the United States (20%) and Poland (4%). The top three together account for 84%, out of 44 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 356% on the year.
What is the average import price of plastic film and sheet (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $9.40 per kg in 2024, 19% below the world average of $11.58 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of plastic film and sheet (other) to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $16.1 million in 2017 to $19.4 million in 2024, an increase of 20%. The peak was 2022 at $20.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $16.7 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export plastic film and sheet (other)?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $2.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Jordan, the United Kingdom and Morocco. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $17.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for plastic film and sheet (other)?
The HS code for plastic film and sheet (other) is subheading 3920.99. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3920 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
For Saudi Arabia, EximDataX reads the shipment records of the countries that trade with it and shows the companies on both sides. We can walk you through your product on a short call.
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