Polyethylene terephthalate (low viscosity) imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $115.6 million of polyethylene terephthalate (low viscosity) in 2024 (84.8 thousand tonnes). It ranks 10th of 163 countries for imports of this product. That is 67% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 8% 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 | $115.6M | 84.8K t |
| 2023 | $69.2M | 50.6K t |
| 2022 | $99.0M | 59.1K t |
| 2021 | $83.1M | 61.5K t |
| 2020 | $47.8M | 43.3K t |
| 2019 | $62.0M | 47.2K t |
| 2018 | $79.2M | 57.0K t |
| 2017 | $66.4M | 56.2K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports polyethylene terephthalate (low viscosity) from
Most of the value came from Belgium (29%), Netherlands (23%), Ireland (12%). Among the main suppliers, Belgium grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Belgium | $33.1M | 29% |
| Netherlands | $27.0M | 23% |
| Ireland | $13.4M | 12% |
| Lithuania | $6.9M | 6% |
| India | $5.1M | 4.4% |
| Germany | $5.0M | 4.3% |
| Malaysia | $4.8M | 4.2% |
| France | $3.7M | 3.2% |
| Italy | $2.2M | 1.9% |
| Turkey | $2.0M | 1.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.36 per kg, 27% above the world average of $1.07. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Polyethylene terephthalate (low viscosity) exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of polyethylene terephthalate (low viscosity) by the United Kingdom reached $32.1 million in 2024 (25.0 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to United States (41%), Ireland (19%), Israel (6%). Among the main buyer markets, Israel grew fastest (+977% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $13.2M | 41% |
| Ireland | $6.0M | 19% |
| Israel | $2.0M | 6.2% |
| Malaysia | $1.6M | 5.1% |
| India | $1.5M | 4.7% |
| Luxembourg | $1.4M | 4.2% |
| Belgium | $1.0M | 3.3% |
| Brazil | $635K | 2% |
| China | $622K | 1.9% |
| South Korea | $571K | 1.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom polyethylene terephthalate (low viscosity) imports (HS 3907.69): 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 3907.69: Poly(ethylene terephthalate): in primary forms, having a viscosity of less than 78ml/g.
Common questions
What is the value of polyethylene terephthalate (low viscosity) imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported polyethylene terephthalate (low viscosity) worth $115.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 84.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 10th of 163 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 67% on 2023.
Which countries supply polyethylene terephthalate (low viscosity) to the United Kingdom?
Belgium was the largest supplier with 29% of the value ($33.1 million), followed by the Netherlands (23%) and Ireland (12%). The top three together account for 64%, out of 48 supplier countries in total. Malaysia grew fastest among the top ten, up 858% on the year.
What is the average import price of polyethylene terephthalate (low viscosity) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.36 per kg in 2024, 27% above the world average of $1.07 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 terephthalate (low viscosity) to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $66.4 million in 2017 to $115.6 million in 2024, an increase of 74%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $77.8 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export polyethylene terephthalate (low viscosity)?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $32.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Ireland and Israel. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $83.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for polyethylene terephthalate (low viscosity)?
The HS code for polyethylene terephthalate (low viscosity) is subheading 3907.69. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3907 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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