Polyvinyl chloride scrap exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
The United Kingdom exported $8.5 million of polyvinyl chloride scrap in 2024 (17.9 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 4th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 86 countries. That is 14% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 8% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2019, at $19.2 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $8.5M | 17.9K t |
| 2023 | $7.4M | 13.1K t |
| 2022 | $7.7M | 13.6K t |
| 2021 | $6.6M | 11.8K t |
| 2020 | $14.5M | 33.9K t |
| 2019 | $19.2M | 42.0K t |
| 2018 | $18.5M | 38.8K t |
| 2017 | $15.6M | 38.4K t |
Where the United Kingdom exports polyvinyl chloride scrap to
Most of it went to Netherlands (35%), Germany (25%), Czech Republic (10%). Among the main buyer markets, Spain grew fastest (+241% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $3.0M | 35% |
| Germany | $2.2M | 25% |
| Czech Republic | $815K | 9.6% |
| France | $712K | 8.4% |
| Malaysia | $507K | 6% |
| Pakistan | $448K | 5.3% |
| Belgium | $330K | 3.9% |
| Spain | $201K | 2.4% |
| India | $191K | 2.2% |
| Ireland | $83K | 1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.47 per kg, close to the world average of $0.40.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Polyvinyl chloride scrap imports to the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom imported $906 thousand of polyvinyl chloride scrap in 2024 (7.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Most of the value came from Netherlands (49%), France (38%), Germany (8%). Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+44% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $444K | 49% |
| France | $342K | 38% |
| Germany | $70K | 7.7% |
| Belgium | $30K | 3.3% |
| Ireland | $7K | 0.8% |
| Czech Republic | $4K | 0.4% |
| Finland | $3K | 0.4% |
| China | $3K | 0.3% |
| India | $2K | 0.3% |
| Sweden | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom polyvinyl chloride scrap exports (HS 3915.30): 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 3915.30: Vinyl chloride polymers: waste, parings and scrap.
Common questions
What is the value of polyvinyl chloride scrap exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported polyvinyl chloride scrap worth $8.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 17.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 86 countries worldwide, with 7% of world exports. The value was up 14% on 2023.
Which countries buy polyvinyl chloride scrap from the United Kingdom?
The Netherlands was the largest buyer with 35% of the value ($3.0 million), followed by Germany (25%) and the Czech Republic (10%). The top three together account for 70%, out of 19 buyer countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 241% on the year.
What is the average export price of polyvinyl chloride scrap per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.47 per kg in 2024, 17% above the world average of $0.40 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of polyvinyl chloride scrap from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $15.6 million in 2017 to $8.5 million in 2024, a fall of 46%. The peak was 2019 at $19.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $12.3 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import polyvinyl chloride scrap?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $906 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from the Netherlands, France and Germany. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $7.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for polyvinyl chloride scrap?
The HS code for polyvinyl chloride scrap is subheading 3915.30. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3915 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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