Polyester film and sheet (other) imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of polyester film and sheet (other) by the United States reached $123.2 million in 2024 (19.9 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 200 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 5% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $123.2M | 19.9K t |
| 2023 | $117.6M | 22.2K t |
| 2022 | $132.8M | 27.5K t |
| 2021 | $108.6M | 20.3K t |
| 2020 | $103.6M | 17.9K t |
| 2019 | $124.0M | 19.3K t |
| 2018 | $109.5M | 22.4K t |
| 2017 | $124.5M | 18.3K t |
Where the United States imports polyester film and sheet (other) from
Most of the value came from China (27%), India (18%), Mexico (7%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+154% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $33.8M | 27% |
| India | $22.0M | 18% |
| Mexico | $8.2M | 6.6% |
| Japan | $7.8M | 6.4% |
| Germany | $7.6M | 6.2% |
| Canada | $7.4M | 6% |
| Belgium | $6.2M | 5.1% |
| Indonesia | $5.7M | 4.6% |
| South Korea | $5.1M | 4.2% |
| United Kingdom | $4.0M | 3.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.20 per kg, 59% above the world average of $3.91. 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.
Polyester film and sheet (other) exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported polyester film and sheet (other) worth $118.7 million (19.1 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 111 countries. The largest buyer markets were Mexico (13%), Canada (13%), Indonesia (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 35%. Among the main buyer markets, Belgium grew fastest (+35% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $15.3M | 13% |
| Canada | $14.9M | 13% |
| Indonesia | $11.8M | 10% |
| Costa Rica | $10.6M | 8.9% |
| India | $8.6M | 7.2% |
| Ukraine | $5.3M | 4.5% |
| Brazil | $4.9M | 4.1% |
| Italy | $4.8M | 4% |
| United Kingdom | $4.6M | 3.9% |
| Belgium | $3.9M | 3.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States polyester film and sheet (other) imports (HS 3920.69): 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 3920.69: Plastics: plates, sheets, film, foil and strip (not self-adhesive), of polyesters 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 polyester film and sheet (other) imported by the United States?
The United States imported polyester film and sheet (other) worth $123.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 19.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 200 countries worldwide, with 10% of world imports. The value was up 5% on 2023.
Which countries supply polyester film and sheet (other) to the United States?
China was the largest supplier with 27% of the value ($33.8 million), followed by India (18%) and Mexico (7%). The top three together account for 52%, out of 52 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 154% on the year.
What is the average import price of polyester film and sheet (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.20 per kg in 2024, 59% above the world average of $3.91 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of polyester film and sheet (other) to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $124.5 million in 2017 to $123.2 million in 2024, a fall of 1%. The peak was 2022 at $132.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $118.0 million a year.
Does the United States also export polyester film and sheet (other)?
Yes. The United States exported $118.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, Canada and Indonesia. That compares with imports of $123.2 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for polyester film and sheet (other)?
The HS code for polyester film and sheet (other) is subheading 3920.69. 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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