Polyvinyl chloride (pure) imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of polyvinyl chloride (pure) by the United Kingdom reached $299.5 million in 2024 (258.9 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 10th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 192 countries. Value fell 18% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $549.8 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 | $299.5M | 258.9K t |
| 2023 | $365.0M | 276.6K t |
| 2022 | $549.8M | 321.1K t |
| 2021 | $413.9M | 293.2K t |
| 2020 | $218.6M | 225.5K t |
| 2019 | $253.5M | 215.8K t |
| 2018 | $294.5M | 282.4K t |
| 2017 | $274.9M | 285.4K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports polyvinyl chloride (pure) from
Most of the value came from Netherlands (28%), Germany (13%), France (11%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $83.3M | 28% |
| Germany | $39.0M | 13% |
| France | $33.8M | 11% |
| Mexico | $30.0M | 10% |
| Ireland | $23.6M | 7.9% |
| United States | $23.5M | 7.8% |
| Belgium | $23.2M | 7.7% |
| Norway | $11.5M | 3.8% |
| Sweden | $11.3M | 3.8% |
| Spain | $9.2M | 3.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.16 per kg, 33% above the world average of $0.87. 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.
Polyvinyl chloride (pure) exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported polyvinyl chloride (pure) worth $32.0 million (33.7 thousand tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Ireland (47%), Turkey (29%), Israel (4%). Among the main buyer markets, Israel grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom polyvinyl chloride (pure) imports (HS 3904.10): 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 3904.10: Vinyl chloride, other halogenated olefin polymers: poly(vinyl chloride), not mixed with any other substances, in primary forms.
Common questions
What is the value of polyvinyl chloride (pure) imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported polyvinyl chloride (pure) worth $299.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 258.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 10th of 192 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was down 18% on 2023.
Which countries supply polyvinyl chloride (pure) to the United Kingdom?
The Netherlands was the largest supplier with 28% of the value ($83.3 million), followed by Germany (13%) and France (11%). The top three together account for 52%, out of 32 supplier countries in total.
What is the average import price of polyvinyl chloride (pure) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.16 per kg in 2024, 33% above the world average of $0.87 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of polyvinyl chloride (pure) to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $274.9 million in 2017 to $299.5 million in 2024, an increase of 9%. The peak was 2022 at $549.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $333.7 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export polyvinyl chloride (pure)?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $32.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ireland, Turkey and Israel. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $267.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for polyvinyl chloride (pure)?
The HS code for polyvinyl chloride (pure) is subheading 3904.10. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3904 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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