Plastic storage tanks imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported plastic storage tanks worth $104.1 million (19.2 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 220 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 39% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 19% 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 | $104.1M | 19.2K t |
| 2023 | $74.9M | 11.1K t |
| 2022 | $79.1M | 14.1K t |
| 2021 | $57.8M | 12.3K t |
| 2020 | $57.8M | 9.8K t |
| 2019 | $48.6M | 10.6K t |
| 2018 | $50.6M | 11.2K t |
| 2017 | $30.5M | 7.1K t |
Where the United States imports plastic storage tanks from
One supplier dominates: Canada accounted for 66% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $68.3M | 66% |
| Italy | $5.8M | 5.6% |
| Germany | $5.4M | 5.2% |
| Mexico | $3.7M | 3.6% |
| China | $2.9M | 2.8% |
| Latvia | $2.8M | 2.7% |
| Dominican Republic | $2.2M | 2.1% |
| United Kingdom | $2.2M | 2.1% |
| Poland | $1.6M | 1.5% |
| Austria | $1.4M | 1.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.42 per kg, 40% above the world average of $3.86. 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 storage tanks exports from the United States
The United States exported $97.3 million of plastic storage tanks in 2024 (14.5 thousand tonnes). It ranks 3rd of 150 countries for exports of this product. Canada alone took 52% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Australia grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $50.4M | 52% |
| Japan | $20.6M | 21% |
| Mexico | $5.4M | 5.5% |
| Australia | $4.3M | 4.4% |
| Brazil | $1.3M | 1.3% |
| Germany | $1.0M | 1.1% |
| Jamaica | $1.0M | 1.1% |
| Bahamas | $1.0M | 1.1% |
| Ireland | $990K | 1% |
| Dominican Republic | $920K | 1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States plastic storage tanks imports (HS 3925.10): 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 3925.10: Plastics: builders' ware, reservoirs, tanks, vats and similar containers of a capacity exceeding 300 litres.
Common questions
What is the value of plastic storage tanks imported by the United States?
The United States imported plastic storage tanks worth $104.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 19.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 220 countries worldwide, with 8% of world imports. The value was up 39% on 2023.
Which countries supply plastic storage tanks to the United States?
Canada was the largest supplier with 66% of the value ($68.3 million), followed by Italy (6%) and Germany (5%). The top three together account for 76%, out of 57 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 302% on the year.
What is the average import price of plastic storage tanks per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.42 per kg in 2024, 40% above the world average of $3.86 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of plastic storage tanks to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $30.5 million in 2017 to $104.1 million in 2024, an increase of 241%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $62.9 million a year.
Does the United States also export plastic storage tanks?
Yes. The United States exported $97.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Japan and Mexico. That compares with imports of $104.1 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for plastic storage tanks?
The HS code for plastic storage tanks is subheading 3925.10. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3925 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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