Self-adhesive plastic film (wide format) exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
The United States exported $2.52 billion of self-adhesive plastic film (wide format) in 2024 (159.2 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 2nd largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 199 countries. Value rose 3% on 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 | $2.52B | 159.2K t |
| 2023 | $2.44B | 160.0K t |
| 2022 | $2.47B | 207.1K t |
| 2021 | $2.41B | 189.5K t |
| 2020 | $1.94B | 160.9K t |
| 2019 | $2.13B | 180.9K t |
| 2018 | $2.14B | 205.2K t |
| 2017 | $2.11B | 211.4K t |
Where the United States exports self-adhesive plastic film (wide format) to
Most of it went to Mexico (21%), Canada (16%), China (13%). Among the main buyer markets, United Kingdom grew fastest (+73% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $533.5M | 21% |
| Canada | $407.9M | 16% |
| China | $324.3M | 13% |
| Germany | $140.1M | 5.6% |
| Brazil | $68.8M | 2.7% |
| Australia | $68.3M | 2.7% |
| United Kingdom | $64.2M | 2.5% |
| South Korea | $62.7M | 2.5% |
| Singapore | $62.6M | 2.5% |
| Taiwan | $57.1M | 2.3% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $15.85 per kg, 129% above the world average of $6.93. 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 (wide format) imports to the United States
In 2024, the United States imported self-adhesive plastic film (wide format) worth $1.24 billion (133.1 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 2nd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 224 countries. Most of the value came from China (18%), Mexico (12%), Canada (11%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 41%. Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+67% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $226.5M | 18% |
| Mexico | $147.9M | 12% |
| Canada | $137.4M | 11% |
| South Korea | $128.7M | 10% |
| Germany | $117.6M | 9.5% |
| Japan | $92.3M | 7.5% |
| Taiwan | $89.5M | 7.2% |
| India | $64.5M | 5.2% |
| France | $34.3M | 2.8% |
| Italy | $29.0M | 2.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States self-adhesive plastic film (wide format) exports (HS 3919.90): 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 3919.90: Plastics: plates, sheets, film, foil, tape, strip, other flat shapes thereof, self-adhesive, other than in rolls of a width not exceeding 20cm.
Common questions
What is the value of self-adhesive plastic film (wide format) exported by the United States?
The United States exported self-adhesive plastic film (wide format) worth $2.52 billion in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 159.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 199 countries worldwide, with 13% of world exports. The value was up 3% on 2023.
Which countries buy self-adhesive plastic film (wide format) from the United States?
Mexico was the largest buyer with 21% of the value ($533.5 million), followed by Canada (16%) and China (13%). The top three together account for 50%, out of 167 buyer countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 73% on the year.
What is the average export price of self-adhesive plastic film (wide format) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $15.85 per kg in 2024, 129% above the world average of $6.93 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of self-adhesive plastic film (wide format) from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $2.11 billion in 2017 to $2.52 billion in 2024, an increase of 19%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $2.27 billion a year.
Does the United States also import self-adhesive plastic film (wide format)?
Yes. The United States imported $1.24 billion worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, Mexico and Canada. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $1.29 billion a year.
What is the HS code for self-adhesive plastic film (wide format)?
The HS code for self-adhesive plastic film (wide format) is subheading 3919.90. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3919 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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