Cases and containers (plastic or textile, other) imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $4.68 billion of cases and containers (plastic or textile, other) in 2024 (230.9 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 223 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 8% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% a year on average.
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 | $4.68B | 230.9K t |
| 2023 | $4.35B | 312.7K t |
| 2022 | $5.27B | 423.7K t |
| 2021 | $4.00B | 349.7K t |
| 2020 | $3.13B | 258.6K t |
| 2019 | $4.01B | 227.4K t |
| 2018 | $4.32B | 379.2K t |
| 2017 | $2.61B | 374.4K t |
Where the United States imports cases and containers (plastic or textile, other) from
Most of the value came from China (36%), Cambodia (17%), Vietnam (16%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+72% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.70B | 36% |
| Cambodia | $789.8M | 17% |
| Vietnam | $763.8M | 16% |
| Indonesia | $441.2M | 9.4% |
| Philippines | $231.1M | 4.9% |
| France | $115.2M | 2.5% |
| India | $104.2M | 2.2% |
| Myanmar | $102.7M | 2.2% |
| Mexico | $86.0M | 1.8% |
| Thailand | $68.1M | 1.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $20.26 per kg, 38% above the world average of $14.72. 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.
Cases and containers (plastic or textile, other) exports from the United States
Exports of cases and containers (plastic or textile, other) by the United States reached $255.7 million in 2024 (8.4 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were Canada (31%), Mexico (17%), Netherlands (7%). Among the main buyer markets, Israel grew fastest (+104% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $78.6M | 31% |
| Mexico | $43.3M | 17% |
| Netherlands | $18.0M | 7% |
| Germany | $9.5M | 3.7% |
| United Arab Emirates | $8.5M | 3.3% |
| Japan | $8.5M | 3.3% |
| Australia | $8.0M | 3.1% |
| United Kingdom | $8.0M | 3.1% |
| China | $6.6M | 2.6% |
| Israel | $6.4M | 2.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States cases and containers (plastic or textile, other) imports (HS 4202.92): 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 4202.92: Cases and containers: n.e.c. in heading 4202, with outer surface of sheeting of plastics or of textile materials.
Common questions
What is the value of cases and containers (plastic or textile, other) imported by the United States?
The United States imported cases and containers (plastic or textile, other) worth $4.68 billion in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 230.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 223 countries worldwide, with 21% of world imports. The value was up 8% on 2023.
Which countries supply cases and containers (plastic or textile, other) to the United States?
China was the largest supplier with 36% of the value ($1.70 billion), followed by Cambodia (17%) and Vietnam (16%). The top three together account for 70%, out of 130 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 72% on the year.
What is the average import price of cases and containers (plastic or textile, other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $20.26 per kg in 2024, 38% above the world average of $14.72 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of cases and containers (plastic or textile, other) to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.61 billion in 2017 to $4.68 billion in 2024, an increase of 79%. The peak was 2022 at $5.27 billion. Over 8 years the average was $4.05 billion a year.
Does the United States also export cases and containers (plastic or textile, other)?
Yes. The United States exported $255.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Mexico and the Netherlands. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $4.42 billion a year.
What is the HS code for cases and containers (plastic or textile, other)?
The HS code for cases and containers (plastic or textile, other) is subheading 4202.92. It sits in HS chapter 42 (articles of leather; saddlery and harness; travel goods, handbags and similar containers; articles of animal gut (other than silk-worm gut)). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4202 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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