2025 Q1 Colombia Plastic sheets (HS 3920) Export Snapshot: Growth Trend

Q1 Trend: Colombia Plastic sheets Export

Plastic sheets, classified under HS Code 3920 (Other plates, sheets, film, foil and strip, of plastics, non-cellular and not reinforced, laminated, supported or similarly combined with other materials.), saw mixed trends in Q1 2025. February exports surged 16.22% in value and 21.07% in volume month-over-month, despite a 4.01% dip in unit price. March brought a partial recovery, with unit prices rising 2.28% and value climbing 6.55%, though volume growth slowed to 4.17%. The quarter closed with exports totaling $14.06M and 3.55M kg shipped.

Table: Colombia Plastic Sheets Export Trend (Source: yTrade)

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Geographic Concentration & Market Logic

The UNITED STATES dominates Colombia's plastic sheets exports, accounting for 17.32% of value but only 18.02% of weight, indicating a slight premium market where higher-value products are prioritized. Chile and Guatemala follow closely, with Chile showing a stronger value-to-weight ratio (15.42% vs. 11.48%), suggesting demand for refined specifications, while Guatemala leans toward bulk trade (15.81% weight vs. 13.93% value). The overall structure reveals a mix of premium and bulk markets, with the supply chain balancing cost-efficiency and value-driven demand.

Table: Colombia Plastic Sheets (HS Code 3920) Top Destination Countries (Source: yTrade)

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Colombia HS Code 3920 Breakdown & Value Logic

yTrade data reveals HS Code 3920100000 (ethylene polymer sheets) dominates Colombia's Q1 2025 exports, capturing 38% frequency and 32% value, outpacing propylene-based variants (HS 3920209000) in volume but trailing slightly in value density. The Colombia HS Code 3920 Export market leans on bulk ethylene products, likely due to cost efficiency over premium pricing, as unit prices are obscured but volume ratios skew heavily toward high-frequency, mid-value shipments. The remaining sub-codes—mostly vinyl chloride and PET sheets—form a long tail, suggesting a market anchored in standardized, high-volume demand rather than niche high-margin segments.

Table: Colombia (HS Code 3920) Breakdown Details (Source: yTrade)

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Colombia Plastic Sheets Buyers List

Table: Colombia Plastic Sheets (HS Code 3920) Top Buyers List (Source: yTrade)

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Frequently Asked Questions

How did Colombia Plastic sheets Export perform in Q1?

Colombia's plastic sheet exports grew 16.2% MoM in February to $13.19M, then rose another 6.6% in March to $14.06M, with unit prices stabilizing at $3.96/kg.

What are the top Export partners for Colombia Plastic sheets?

The United States ($6.67M), Chile ($5.94M), and Guatemala ($5.36M) were the top destinations.

Who are the major Plastic sheets Buyers?

Key buyers include Empresas Carozzi ($3.03M), Emusa Sociedad Anonima ($2.81M), and Darnel, Inc ($1.54M).

What is the specific HS Code for this trade?

The data covers HS Code 3920, with significant activity in polypropylene sheets/films (HS 392020) at $13.21M.

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Colombia HS3920 Export Snapshot 2025 JAN

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