Plastic waste exports from Yemen: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Yemen exported plastic waste worth $14.7 million (25.3 thousand tonnes). Value rose 8% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $35.6 million.
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 | $14.7M | 25.3K t |
| 2023 | $13.7M | 26.0K t |
| 2022 | $35.6M | 45.9K t |
| 2021 | $16.5M | 30.5K t |
| 2020 | $6.5M | 17.2K t |
| 2019 | $4.3M | 10.0K t |
| 2018 | $1.9M | 6.4K t |
| 2017 | $16.6M | 32.4K t |
Product types under HS 3915
| 3915.90 | Plastics n.e.c. in heading no. 3915: waste, parings and scrap | 100% |
| 3915.20 | Styrene polymers: waste, parings and scrap | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 3915.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.58 per kg, 38% above the world average of $0.42. 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.
Plastic waste imports to Yemen
In 2024, Yemen imported plastic waste worth $2.5 million (4.5 thousand tonnes). One supplier dominates: Italy accounted for 59% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+50% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $1.4M | 59% |
| Saudi Arabia | $897K | 36% |
| China | $89K | 3.6% |
| Germany | $42K | 1.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in Yemen?
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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 3915: Waste, parings and scrap, of plastics.
Common questions
What is the value of plastic waste exported by Yemen?
Yemen exported plastic waste worth $14.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 25.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 38th of 178 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 8% on 2023.
Which countries buy plastic waste from Yemen?
Turkey was the largest buyer with 58% of the value ($8.5 million), followed by Egypt (42%) and Hong Kong (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 3 buyer countries in total. Egypt grew fastest among the top ten, up 31% on the year.
What is the average export price of plastic waste per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.58 per kg in 2024, 38% above the world average of $0.42 per kg. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so it blends every grade and size; use it as a benchmark, not a quote. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
How have exports of plastic waste from Yemen changed since 2017?
Exports went from $16.6 million in 2017 to $14.7 million in 2024, a fall of 12%. The peak was 2022 at $35.6 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Yemen also import plastic waste?
Yes. Yemen imported $2.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Italy, Saudi Arabia and China. On balance Yemen is a net exporter of this product, by about $12.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for plastic waste?
The HS code for plastic waste is heading 3915. In Yemen the largest six-digit codes were 3915.90 (100% of the value) and 3915.20 (0%). It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3915 page.
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