Plastic packing cases imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of plastic packing cases by the United Kingdom reached $458.7 million in 2024 (124.2 thousand tonnes). It ranks 9th of 224 countries for imports of this product. The value was almost unchanged from 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 | $458.7M | 124.2K t |
| 2023 | $470.6M | 116.1K t |
| 2022 | $494.4M | 129.1K t |
| 2021 | $473.5M | 124.0K t |
| 2020 | $398.1M | 118.8K t |
| 2019 | $402.4M | 159.1K t |
| 2018 | $422.6M | 122.6K t |
| 2017 | $374.5M | 112.0K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports plastic packing cases from
The largest suppliers were Germany (26%), France (11%), China (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 46%.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.69 per kg, close to the world average of $3.67.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Plastic packing cases exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported plastic packing cases worth $373.2 million (96.7 thousand tonnes). It ranks 10th of 197 countries for exports of this product. The largest buyer markets were Germany (15%), Czech Republic (11%), France (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 37%. Among the main buyer markets, Germany grew fastest (+178% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $57.7M | 16% |
| Czech Republic | $40.0M | 11% |
| France | $38.8M | 10% |
| Ireland | $26.3M | 7.1% |
| Slovakia | $21.6M | 5.8% |
| Netherlands | $18.1M | 4.9% |
| Sweden | $18.0M | 4.8% |
| United States | $16.7M | 4.5% |
| Belgium | $14.7M | 3.9% |
| Turkey | $14.4M | 3.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom plastic packing cases imports (HS 3923.10): 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 3923.10: Plastics: boxes, cases, crates and similar articles for the conveyance or packing of goods.
Common questions
What is the value of plastic packing cases imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported plastic packing cases worth $458.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 124.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 9th of 224 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was down 3% on 2023.
Which countries supply plastic packing cases to the United Kingdom?
Germany was the largest supplier with 26% of the value ($118.6 million), followed by France (11%) and China (9%). The top three together account for 46%, out of 94 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 14% on the year.
What is the average import price of plastic packing cases per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.69 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $3.67 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of plastic packing cases to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $374.5 million in 2017 to $458.7 million in 2024, an increase of 22%. The peak was 2022 at $494.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $436.9 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export plastic packing cases?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $373.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Germany, the Czech Republic and France. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $85.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for plastic packing cases?
The HS code for plastic packing cases is subheading 3923.10. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3923 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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