Vinyl polymer copolymers (other) exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
The United Kingdom exported $84.9 million of vinyl polymer copolymers (other) in 2024 (14.6 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 6th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 75 countries. Value fell 31% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $152.9 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 | $84.9M | 14.6K t |
| 2023 | $123.1M | 17.2K t |
| 2022 | $152.9M | 20.1K t |
| 2021 | $125.6M | 21.1K t |
| 2020 | $130.8M | 22.0K t |
| 2019 | $119.9M | 21.6K t |
| 2018 | $119.1M | 18.6K t |
| 2017 | $111.3M | 17.8K t |
Where the United Kingdom exports vinyl polymer copolymers (other) to
Most of it went to Germany (43%), United States (7%), Spain (7%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $36.7M | 43% |
| United States | $6.2M | 7.3% |
| Spain | $5.8M | 6.9% |
| Poland | $4.9M | 5.7% |
| France | $4.0M | 4.8% |
| Italy | $3.3M | 3.9% |
| Finland | $3.2M | 3.8% |
| Austria | $3.0M | 3.6% |
| Greece | $2.8M | 3.3% |
| Netherlands | $2.8M | 3.3% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.81 per kg, close to the world average of $6.76.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Vinyl polymer copolymers (other) imports to the United Kingdom
Imports of vinyl polymer copolymers (other) by the United Kingdom reached $35.6 million in 2024 (4.0 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. One supplier dominates: United States accounted for 58% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $20.5M | 58% |
| Belgium | $7.8M | 22% |
| Japan | $3.7M | 11% |
| Germany | $1.9M | 5.4% |
| Netherlands | $588K | 1.7% |
| Taiwan | $430K | 1.2% |
| China | $264K | 0.7% |
| Spain | $136K | 0.4% |
| France | $132K | 0.4% |
| Turkey | $39K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom vinyl polymer copolymers (other) exports (HS 3905.91): 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 3905.91: Vinyl acetate, vinyl ester polymers, vinyl polymers: n.e.c. in heading no. 3905, in primary forms, copolymers.
Common questions
What is the value of vinyl polymer copolymers (other) exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported vinyl polymer copolymers (other) worth $84.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 14.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 6th of 75 countries worldwide, with 6% of world exports. The value was down 31% on 2023.
Which countries buy vinyl polymer copolymers (other) from the United Kingdom?
Germany was the largest buyer with 43% of the value ($36.7 million), followed by the United States (7%) and Spain (7%). The top three together account for 57%, out of 55 buyer countries in total. Greece grew fastest among the top ten, up 10% on the year.
What is the average export price of vinyl polymer copolymers (other) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $5.81 per kg in 2024, 14% below the world average of $6.76 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of vinyl polymer copolymers (other) from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $111.3 million in 2017 to $84.9 million in 2024, a fall of 24%. The peak was 2022 at $152.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $121.0 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import vinyl polymer copolymers (other)?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $35.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from the United States, Belgium and Japan. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $49.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for vinyl polymer copolymers (other)?
The HS code for vinyl polymer copolymers (other) is subheading 3905.91. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3905 page.
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