Polypropylene film and sheet imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of polypropylene film and sheet by the United Kingdom reached $430.1 million in 2024 (135.1 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 6th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 216 countries. 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 | $430.1M | 135.1K t |
| 2023 | $429.7M | 128.3K t |
| 2022 | $516.3M | 143.0K t |
| 2021 | $487.0M | 145.1K t |
| 2020 | $456.2M | 160.8K t |
| 2019 | $480.2M | 163.6K t |
| 2018 | $504.3M | 168.5K t |
| 2017 | $465.8M | 164.7K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports polypropylene film and sheet from
Most of the value came from Turkey (20%), Germany (11%), Italy (8%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 39%. Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+66% on the year before).
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.18 per kg, close to the world average of $2.94.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Polypropylene film and sheet exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of polypropylene film and sheet by the United Kingdom reached $294.0 million in 2024 (55.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 3%. The largest buyer markets were United States (19%), Germany (11%), France (8%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 39%. Among the main buyer markets, Turkey grew fastest (+210% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $56.2M | 19% |
| Germany | $33.1M | 11% |
| France | $24.3M | 8.3% |
| Poland | $15.2M | 5.2% |
| Netherlands | $14.4M | 4.9% |
| Romania | $13.4M | 4.6% |
| Luxembourg | $11.9M | 4.1% |
| Ireland | $11.0M | 3.7% |
| Turkey | $10.5M | 3.6% |
| Italy | $8.4M | 2.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom polypropylene film and sheet imports (HS 3920.20): 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 3920.20: Plastics: of polymers of propylene, plates, sheets, film, foil and strip (not self-adhesive), non-cellular and not reinforced, laminated, supported or similarly combined with other materials.
Common questions
What is the value of polypropylene film and sheet imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported polypropylene film and sheet worth $430.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 135.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 6th of 216 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was up 0% on 2023.
Which countries supply polypropylene film and sheet to the United Kingdom?
Turkey was the largest supplier with 20% of the value ($88.1 million), followed by Germany (11%) and Italy (8%). The top three together account for 39%, out of 63 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 66% on the year.
What is the average import price of polypropylene film and sheet per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.18 per kg in 2024, 8% above the world average of $2.94 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of polypropylene film and sheet to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $465.8 million in 2017 to $430.1 million in 2024, a fall of 8%. The peak was 2022 at $516.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $471.2 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export polypropylene film and sheet?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $294.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Germany and France. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $136.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for polypropylene film and sheet?
The HS code for polypropylene film and sheet is subheading 3920.20. 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?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for the United Kingdom. Tell us your product to see it live.
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