Polystyrene film and sheet imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported polystyrene film and sheet worth $101.5 million (23.4 thousand tonnes). It ranks 5th of 196 countries for imports of this product. That is 6% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $144.6 million.
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 | $101.5M | 23.4K t |
| 2023 | $107.5M | 23.9K t |
| 2022 | $144.6M | 35.5K t |
| 2021 | $105.6M | 26.4K t |
| 2020 | $84.7M | 21.4K t |
| 2019 | $93.8M | 20.4K t |
| 2018 | $97.0M | 22.4K t |
| 2017 | $88.6M | 24.4K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports polystyrene film and sheet from
The largest suppliers were Germany (31%), Ireland (22%), Turkey (12%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $31.7M | 31% |
| Ireland | $22.8M | 23% |
| Turkey | $12.0M | 12% |
| Austria | $7.3M | 7.2% |
| Czech Republic | $6.0M | 5.9% |
| United States | $4.8M | 4.8% |
| China | $3.5M | 3.4% |
| Portugal | $3.0M | 3% |
| Italy | $2.3M | 2.3% |
| Poland | $1.5M | 1.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.33 per kg, 26% above the world average of $3.43. 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.
Polystyrene film and sheet exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of polystyrene film and sheet by the United Kingdom reached $14.0 million in 2024 (2.6 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were France (26%), Ireland (15%), Germany (15%). Among the main buyer markets, Poland grew fastest (+334% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $3.7M | 26% |
| Ireland | $2.1M | 15% |
| Germany | $2.0M | 15% |
| Belgium | $1.5M | 10% |
| United States | $961K | 6.9% |
| Poland | $831K | 5.9% |
| Netherlands | $624K | 4.5% |
| Austria | $276K | 2% |
| Sweden | $230K | 1.6% |
| New Zealand | $201K | 1.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom polystyrene film and sheet imports (HS 3920.30): 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 3920.30: Plastics: of polymers of styrene, 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 polystyrene film and sheet imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported polystyrene film and sheet worth $101.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 23.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 196 countries worldwide, with 5% of world imports. The value was down 6% on 2023.
Which countries supply polystyrene film and sheet to the United Kingdom?
Germany was the largest supplier with 31% of the value ($31.7 million), followed by Ireland (22%) and Turkey (12%). The top three together account for 65%, out of 42 supplier countries in total. The Czech Republic grew fastest among the top ten, up 25% on the year.
What is the average import price of polystyrene film and sheet per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.33 per kg in 2024, 26% above the world average of $3.43 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of polystyrene film and sheet to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $88.6 million in 2017 to $101.5 million in 2024, an increase of 15%. The peak was 2022 at $144.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $102.9 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export polystyrene film and sheet?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $14.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to France, Ireland and Germany. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $87.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for polystyrene film and sheet?
The HS code for polystyrene film and sheet is subheading 3920.30. 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?
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