Plastic film and sheet (other) exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of plastic film and sheet (other) by the United States reached $1.34 billion in 2024 (63.8 thousand tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 167 countries for exports of this product. That is 6% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $1.34B | 63.8K t |
| 2023 | $1.42B | 75.2K t |
| 2022 | $1.45B | 84.4K t |
| 2021 | $1.48B | 90.9K t |
| 2020 | $1.28B | 84.7K t |
| 2019 | $1.29B | 77.0K t |
| 2018 | $1.28B | 79.2K t |
| 2017 | $1.23B | 71.8K t |
Where the United States exports plastic film and sheet (other) to
Most of it went to China (20%), Mexico (15%), Germany (8%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 44%.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $270.3M | 20% |
| Mexico | $205.1M | 15% |
| Germany | $111.5M | 8.3% |
| Canada | $88.6M | 6.6% |
| Netherlands | $82.2M | 6.2% |
| Japan | $77.9M | 5.8% |
| India | $58.5M | 4.4% |
| United Kingdom | $45.7M | 3.4% |
| Belgium | $40.9M | 3.1% |
| South Korea | $33.7M | 2.5% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $20.97 per kg, 81% above the world average of $11.58. 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.
Plastic film and sheet (other) imports to the United States
The United States imported $346.8 million of plastic film and sheet (other) in 2024 (33.7 thousand tonnes). It ranks 6th of 218 countries for imports of this product. Most of the value came from China (25%), Japan (15%), Israel (10%). Among the main suppliers, Mexico grew fastest (+85% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $87.7M | 25% |
| Japan | $51.9M | 15% |
| Israel | $34.8M | 10% |
| Germany | $20.5M | 5.9% |
| South Korea | $17.0M | 4.9% |
| Mexico | $16.5M | 4.8% |
| Italy | $16.0M | 4.6% |
| Taiwan | $15.1M | 4.3% |
| United Kingdom | $14.9M | 4.3% |
| Canada | $14.3M | 4.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States plastic film and sheet (other) exports (HS 3920.99): 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 3920.99: Plastics: plates, sheets, film, foil and strip (not self-adhesive), of plastics n.e.c. in heading no. 3920, non-cellular and not reinforced, laminated, supported or similarly combined with other materials.
Common questions
What is the value of plastic film and sheet (other) exported by the United States?
The United States exported plastic film and sheet (other) worth $1.34 billion in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 63.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 167 countries worldwide, with 19% of world exports. The value was down 6% on 2023.
Which countries buy plastic film and sheet (other) from the United States?
China was the largest buyer with 20% of the value ($270.3 million), followed by Mexico (15%) and Germany (8%). The top three together account for 44%, out of 149 buyer countries in total. Mexico grew fastest among the top ten, up 22% on the year.
What is the average export price of plastic film and sheet (other) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $20.97 per kg in 2024, 81% above the world average of $11.58 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of plastic film and sheet (other) from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $1.23 billion in 2017 to $1.34 billion in 2024, an increase of 9%. The peak was 2021 at $1.48 billion. Over 8 years the average was $1.35 billion a year.
Does the United States also import plastic film and sheet (other)?
Yes. The United States imported $346.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, Japan and Israel. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $990.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for plastic film and sheet (other)?
The HS code for plastic film and sheet (other) is subheading 3920.99. 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?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for the United States. Tell us your product to see it live.
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