Polypropylene packing sacks imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of polypropylene packing sacks by the United States reached $217.2 million in 2024 (64.0 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 208 countries for imports of this product. That is 22% 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 | $217.2M | 64.0K t |
| 2023 | $178.2M | 55.4K t |
| 2022 | $239.2M | 64.6K t |
| 2021 | $240.1M | 66.8K t |
| 2020 | $210.4M | 66.4K t |
| 2019 | $241.0M | 72.6K t |
| 2018 | $205.0M | 65.2K t |
| 2017 | $197.6M | 67.8K t |
Where the United States imports polypropylene packing sacks from
The largest suppliers were India (24%), Thailand (17%), China (12%). Among the main suppliers, Thailand grew fastest (+71% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $53.2M | 25% |
| Thailand | $37.2M | 17% |
| China | $25.5M | 12% |
| Canada | $20.7M | 9.5% |
| Mexico | $13.6M | 6.2% |
| Cambodia | $12.6M | 5.8% |
| Vietnam | $11.0M | 5.1% |
| Indonesia | $8.6M | 4% |
| Honduras | $8.2M | 3.8% |
| South Korea | $7.2M | 3.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.40 per kg, 40% above the world average of $2.42. 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.
Polypropylene packing sacks exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported polypropylene packing sacks worth $34.8 million (7.4 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 7th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 144 countries. Most of it went to Mexico (46%), Canada (28%), Vietnam (5%). Among the main buyer markets, Costa Rica grew fastest (+49% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $16.0M | 46% |
| Canada | $9.6M | 28% |
| Vietnam | $1.6M | 4.6% |
| Dominican Republic | $1.4M | 3.9% |
| Czech Republic | $1.3M | 3.6% |
| Costa Rica | $839K | 2.4% |
| Ethiopia | $798K | 2.3% |
| Jamaica | $349K | 1% |
| Netherlands | $320K | 0.9% |
| Malaysia | $228K | 0.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States polypropylene packing sacks imports (HS 6305.33): 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 6305.33: Sacks and bags: of a kind used for the packing of goods, of man-made textile materials, of polyethylene or polypropylene strip or the like, not flexible intermediate bulk containers.
Common questions
What is the value of polypropylene packing sacks imported by the United States?
The United States imported polypropylene packing sacks worth $217.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 64.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 208 countries worldwide, with 11% of world imports. The value was up 22% on 2023.
Which countries supply polypropylene packing sacks to the United States?
India was the largest supplier with 24% of the value ($53.2 million), followed by Thailand (17%) and China (12%). The top three together account for 53%, out of 60 supplier countries in total. Thailand grew fastest among the top ten, up 71% on the year.
What is the average import price of polypropylene packing sacks per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.40 per kg in 2024, 40% above the world average of $2.42 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of polypropylene packing sacks to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $197.6 million in 2017 to $217.2 million in 2024, an increase of 10%. The peak was 2019 at $241.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $216.1 million a year.
Does the United States also export polypropylene packing sacks?
Yes. The United States exported $34.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, Canada and Vietnam. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $182.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for polypropylene packing sacks?
The HS code for polypropylene packing sacks is subheading 6305.33. It sits in HS chapter 63 (textiles, made up articles; sets; worn clothing and worn textile articles; rags). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6305 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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