Peru’s Plastic Tableware Imports Surpass USD 4.27 Million in Early 2025

According to trade data compiled by NBD DATA, Peru’s imports under HS code 3924109000 — corresponding to plastic tableware and kitchenware — reached a total value of USD 4,273,643 in the first half of 2025. The category linked to PLASTICO covers a wide range of consumer-grade plastic cups, plates, and utensils. Sample items such as “plastic drinking cups” and “polypropylene plates” highlight consistent domestic demand for affordable and disposable kitchenware.

Monthly Import Trend

Between January and June 2025, import activity remained steady, with monthly import values ranging between USD 620,000 and USD 800,000, reflecting stable consumer demand in both the retail and hospitality sectors.

In total, 4,506 import transactions were recorded across six months, involving 320 Peruvian importers and 117 foreign suppliers from 25 origin countries.

Key Peruvian Importers

Several local companies played a major role in the import of plastic tableware during this period:

• SOLANA COMERCIAL S.A.C. — the leading importer, responsible for about USD 878 thousand in trade value.

• GALDIAZ S.A.C. – GALDIAZ — recorded more than 240 import entries.

• AMAZONIA IMPORT S.R.L. — specialized in household and decoration products, with over USD 228 thousand in imports.

• MINI BF PERU S.A.C. — importer of retail-branded tableware such as Miniso.

• DARNEL PERU S.A.C. — part of Colombia’s AJOVER DARNEL S.A.S., representing strong regional cooperation in plastics manufacturing.

These companies collectively represent Peru’s key distribution network for affordable and fast-moving consumer plastic goods.

Leading Suppliers and Exporting Countries

On the supplier side, Asian and Latin American exporters dominated Peru’s plastic tableware imports. The top five suppliers were:

• DOLLARAMA L.P. — Canada-based supplier with USD 512 thousand in shipments.

• GENERAL DOLLAR SOURCING INC. — a U.S. exporter focused on low-cost plastic homeware.

• LUCKY STAR (XIAMEN) IMPORT & EXPORT CO., LTD. — a Chinese supplier of custom plastic packaging.

• MINISO DEVELOPMENT HONG KONG LIMITED — associated with the Miniso brand.

• AJOVER DARNEL S.A.S. — Colombia-based producer of disposable plastic tableware.

These suppliers illustrate a globalized procurement structure, combining cost-effective sourcing from China with brand-driven imports from neighboring Latin American producers.

Regional Distribution

By country of origin, China remained the dominant supplier, accounting for USD 2.31 million (over 54% of total import value). Other major origins included Panama (USD 966 thousand) and Hong Kong (USD 309 thousand), followed by the United States, Chile, Korea, and Brazil.

This structure highlights Peru’s heavy integration into Asian manufacturing supply chains, while maintaining complementary trade flows within Latin America.

Market Overview

Plastic tableware plays a vital role in Peru’s consumer market, driven by the rise of fast-food services, retail expansion, and urban convenience trends. The steady six-month import activity suggests that domestic production still cannot fully meet local demand for affordable plastic kitchenware.

Outlook

The remainder of 2025 is expected to maintain similar dynamics, with Chinese suppliers continuing to dominate and importers such as SOLANA COMERCIAL and AMAZONIA IMPORT expanding their portfolios. Environmental policies and packaging reforms may gradually steer the market toward biodegradable and recyclable alternatives, reshaping Peru’s import structure for plastic consumer goods.

Data Source

All statistical data above were sourced directly from NBD DATA. For details about data methodology and services, please visit NBD DATA Service.