Self-adhesive plastic film (narrow rolls) exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
The United States exported $1.07 billion of self-adhesive plastic film (narrow rolls) in 2024 (75.7 thousand tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 182 countries for exports of this product. Value fell 5% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1.07B | 75.7K t |
| 2023 | $1.12B | 91.0K t |
| 2022 | $1.05B | 86.7K t |
| 2021 | $955.5M | 90.2K t |
| 2020 | $803.0M | 78.4K t |
| 2019 | $898.0M | 84.2K t |
| 2018 | $975.8M | 89.4K t |
| 2017 | $983.7M | 92.4K t |
Where the United States exports self-adhesive plastic film (narrow rolls) to
The largest buyer markets were Mexico (37%), Canada (18%), Germany (5%). Among the main buyer markets, Singapore grew fastest (+46% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $398.6M | 37% |
| Canada | $191.2M | 18% |
| Germany | $57.7M | 5.4% |
| Dominican Republic | $35.4M | 3.3% |
| China | $34.1M | 3.2% |
| United Kingdom | $29.7M | 2.8% |
| Singapore | $21.8M | 2.1% |
| Japan | $19.8M | 1.9% |
| Australia | $16.2M | 1.5% |
| Brazil | $14.2M | 1.3% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $14.10 per kg, 124% above the world average of $6.29. 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.
Self-adhesive plastic film (narrow rolls) imports to the United States
In 2024, the United States imported self-adhesive plastic film (narrow rolls) worth $667.0 million (72.4 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 224 countries. Most of the value came from Canada (18%), Taiwan (17%), China (17%). Among the main suppliers, Vietnam grew fastest (+155% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $119.1M | 18% |
| Taiwan | $116.7M | 18% |
| China | $112.5M | 17% |
| Mexico | $82.5M | 12% |
| Germany | $38.8M | 5.8% |
| Japan | $26.7M | 4% |
| South Korea | $24.4M | 3.7% |
| India | $16.8M | 2.5% |
| United Kingdom | $16.2M | 2.4% |
| Vietnam | $14.7M | 2.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States self-adhesive plastic film (narrow rolls) exports (HS 3919.10): 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 3919.10: Plastics: plates, sheets, film, foil, tape, strip, other flat shapes thereof, self-adhesive, in rolls of a width not exceeding 20cm.
Common questions
What is the value of self-adhesive plastic film (narrow rolls) exported by the United States?
The United States exported self-adhesive plastic film (narrow rolls) worth $1.07 billion in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 75.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 182 countries worldwide, with 14% of world exports. The value was down 5% on 2023.
Which countries buy self-adhesive plastic film (narrow rolls) from the United States?
Mexico was the largest buyer with 37% of the value ($398.6 million), followed by Canada (18%) and Germany (5%). The top three together account for 61%, out of 170 buyer countries in total. Singapore grew fastest among the top ten, up 46% on the year.
What is the average export price of self-adhesive plastic film (narrow rolls) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $14.10 per kg in 2024, 124% above the world average of $6.29 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of self-adhesive plastic film (narrow rolls) from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $983.7 million in 2017 to $1.07 billion in 2024, an increase of 8%. The peak was 2023 at $1.12 billion. Over 8 years the average was $981.3 million a year.
Does the United States also import self-adhesive plastic film (narrow rolls)?
Yes. The United States imported $667.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Canada, Taiwan and China. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $399.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for self-adhesive plastic film (narrow rolls)?
The HS code for self-adhesive plastic film (narrow rolls) is subheading 3919.10. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3919 page.
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