Polyethylene terephthalate film imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of polyethylene terephthalate film by the United States reached $1.13 billion in 2024 (432.5 thousand tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 211 countries for imports of this product. That is 9% more 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 .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1.13B | 432.5K t |
| 2023 | $1.03B | 361.8K t |
| 2022 | $1.36B | 466.6K t |
| 2021 | $1.14B | 469.5K t |
| 2020 | $916.6M | 393.1K t |
| 2019 | $750.3M | 199.8K t |
| 2018 | $820.5M | 290.2K t |
| 2017 | $751.0M | 274.5K t |
Where the United States imports polyethylene terephthalate film from
Most of the value came from Oman (25%), Mexico (14%), South Korea (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 48%. Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+42% on the year before).
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.60 per kg, close to the world average of $3.01.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Polyethylene terephthalate film exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported polyethylene terephthalate film worth $544.3 million (107.0 thousand tonnes). It ranks 5th of 126 countries for exports of this product. The largest buyer markets were Canada (24%), Mexico (22%), Germany (9%). Among the main buyer markets, Dominican Republic grew fastest (+192% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $131.1M | 24% |
| Mexico | $120.3M | 22% |
| Germany | $48.4M | 8.9% |
| China | $44.4M | 8.2% |
| United Kingdom | $31.1M | 5.7% |
| Singapore | $21.9M | 4% |
| Luxembourg | $14.9M | 2.7% |
| Dominican Republic | $13.2M | 2.4% |
| Malaysia | $10.6M | 2% |
| Israel | $10.0M | 1.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States polyethylene terephthalate film imports (HS 3920.62): 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 3920.62: Plastics: plates, sheets, film, foil and strip (not self-adhesive), of poly(ethylene terephthalate), non-cellular and not reinforced, laminated, supported or similarly combined with other materials.
Common questions
What is the value of polyethylene terephthalate film imported by the United States?
The United States imported polyethylene terephthalate film worth $1.13 billion in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 432.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 211 countries worldwide, with 12% of world imports. The value was up 9% on 2023.
Which countries supply polyethylene terephthalate film to the United States?
Oman was the largest supplier with 25% of the value ($282.3 million), followed by Mexico (14%) and South Korea (9%). The top three together account for 48%, out of 72 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 42% on the year.
What is the average import price of polyethylene terephthalate film per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.60 per kg in 2024, 14% below the world average of $3.01 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of polyethylene terephthalate film to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $751.0 million in 2017 to $1.13 billion in 2024, an increase of 50%. The peak was 2022 at $1.36 billion. Over 8 years the average was $986.2 million a year.
Does the United States also export polyethylene terephthalate film?
Yes. The United States exported $544.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Mexico and Germany. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $580.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for polyethylene terephthalate film?
The HS code for polyethylene terephthalate film is subheading 3920.62. 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?
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