Polyvinyl chloride pipes and tubes imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of polyvinyl chloride pipes and tubes by the United States reached $266.5 million in 2024 (97.4 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 222 countries. Value rose 4% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 18% 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 | $266.5M | 97.4K t |
| 2023 | $256.4M | 79.8K t |
| 2022 | $242.2M | 67.7K t |
| 2021 | $156.7M | 59.0K t |
| 2020 | $94.6M | 42.6K t |
| 2019 | $77.8M | 34.3K t |
| 2018 | $76.9M | 34.3K t |
| 2017 | $85.3M | 35.0K t |
Where the United States imports polyvinyl chloride pipes and tubes from
Most of the value came from Canada (34%), Mexico (22%), Colombia (19%). Among the main suppliers, Taiwan grew fastest (+119% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $89.8M | 34% |
| Mexico | $59.5M | 22% |
| Colombia | $49.6M | 19% |
| China | $20.5M | 7.7% |
| Dominican Republic | $7.2M | 2.7% |
| Taiwan | $5.1M | 1.9% |
| Trinidad and Tobago | $4.4M | 1.7% |
| Guatemala | $4.1M | 1.5% |
| Vietnam | $3.2M | 1.2% |
| Costa Rica | $2.9M | 1.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.74 per kg, 22% above the world average of $2.25. 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.
Polyvinyl chloride pipes and tubes exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported polyvinyl chloride pipes and tubes worth $161.6 million (29.9 thousand tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 152 countries for exports of this product. Most of it went to Canada (45%), Mexico (19%), Indonesia (4%). Among the main buyer markets, Costa Rica grew fastest (+504% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $73.5M | 46% |
| Mexico | $31.1M | 19% |
| Indonesia | $6.3M | 3.9% |
| United Kingdom | $6.2M | 3.9% |
| Costa Rica | $5.7M | 3.5% |
| Nicaragua | $3.7M | 2.3% |
| Dominican Republic | $3.5M | 2.2% |
| Singapore | $2.8M | 1.8% |
| Saudi Arabia | $2.2M | 1.4% |
| Bahamas | $2.2M | 1.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States polyvinyl chloride pipes and tubes imports (HS 3917.23): 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 3917.23: Plastics: tubes, pipes and hoses thereof, rigid, of polymers of vinyl chloride.
Common questions
What is the value of polyvinyl chloride pipes and tubes imported by the United States?
The United States imported polyvinyl chloride pipes and tubes worth $266.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 97.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 222 countries worldwide, with 14% of world imports. The value was up 4% on 2023.
Which countries supply polyvinyl chloride pipes and tubes to the United States?
Canada was the largest supplier with 34% of the value ($89.8 million), followed by Mexico (22%) and Colombia (19%). The top three together account for 75%, out of 59 supplier countries in total. Taiwan grew fastest among the top ten, up 119% on the year.
What is the average import price of polyvinyl chloride pipes and tubes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.74 per kg in 2024, 22% above the world average of $2.25 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of polyvinyl chloride pipes and tubes to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $85.3 million in 2017 to $266.5 million in 2024, an increase of 212%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $157.1 million a year.
Does the United States also export polyvinyl chloride pipes and tubes?
Yes. The United States exported $161.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Mexico and Indonesia. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $104.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for polyvinyl chloride pipes and tubes?
The HS code for polyvinyl chloride pipes and tubes is subheading 3917.23. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3917 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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