Vietnam exported plastics to the tune of US$203 million in December, up from US$200 million in November, a change of 1.33 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Year to date, Vietnam had exported US$2,347 million worth of plastics by the end of December.
China accounted for US$38 million worth of Vietnam’s plastics exports in December. This was down from US$52 million in plastics exports in November, a change of -26.07 percent. Year to date, Vietnam has shipped US$323 million worth of plastics to China.
After China was Indonesia making up US$23 million worth of Vietnam’s plastics exports in December. This was down from US$25 million in plastics exports in November, a change of -7.33 percent. Year to date, Vietnam has shipped US$296 million worth of plastics to Indonesia.
Next was Japan taking US$15 million worth of Vietnam’s plastics exports in December. This was down from US$16 million in plastics exports in November, a change of -6.34 percent. Year to date, Vietnam has shipped US$209 million worth of plastics to Japan.
Following Japan was India representing US$13 million worth of Vietnam’s plastics exports in December. This was up from US$9 million in plastics exports in November, a change of 45.97 percent. Year to date, Vietnam has shipped US$136 million worth of plastics to India.
Rounding out the top five was Taiwan constituting US$7 million worth of Vietnam’s plastics exports in December. This was up from US$5 million in plastics exports in November, a change of 42.28 percent. Year to date, Vietnam has shipped US$61 million worth of plastics to Taiwan.
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Vietnam exports of plastics in December, US$m
| December | November | MoM | YTD | |
| Total | 202.95 | 200.28 | 1.33% | 2,346.92 |
| Other | 74.62 | 63.34 | 17.80% | 982.79 |
| China | 38.38 | 51.92 | -26.07% | 322.72 |
| Indonesia | 22.88 | 24.69 | -7.33% | 296.43 |
| Japan | 15.44 | 16.48 | -6.34% | 208.93 |
| India | 13.47 | 9.23 | 45.97% | 135.65 |
| Taiwan | 7.41 | 5.21 | 42.28% | 61.35 |
| Philippines | 7.31 | 10.98 | -33.44% | 74.27 |
| Malaysia | 6.88 | 4.70 | 46.49% | 60.54 |
| Poland | 5.93 | 4.12 | 43.73% | 87.74 |
| Thailand | 5.67 | 5.86 | -3.31% | 73.01 |
| Cambodia | 4.95 | 3.74 | 32.43% | 43.49 |
| South Korea | 4.28 | 4.37 | -2.03% | 49.29 |
| Italy | 3.80 | 2.63 | 44.46% | 108.61 |
| Myanmar | 2.96 | 2.77 | 6.89% | 16.60 |
| Bangladesh | 2.08 | 3.98 | -47.89% | 27.91 |
| Australia | 2.02 | 1.09 | 84.51% | 18.76 |
| Nigeria | 1.88 | 3.54 | -46.95% | 23.43 |
| Canada | 1.30 | 0.74 | 74.74% | 15.43 |
| Hong Kong | 0.74 | 1.30 | -42.80% | 8.73 |
| Lithuania | 0.72 | 0.24 | 205.51% | 14.19 |
| Portugal | 0.39 | 0.60 | -35.44% | 33.49 |
| Sri Lanka | 0.37 | 0.70 | -46.77% | 9.27 |
| Ivory Coast | 0.37 | 0.34 | 8.91% | 4.22 |
| Singapore | 0.36 | 0.36 | 0.66% | 4.11 |
| Turkey | 0.36 | 0.26 | 37.05% | 3.09 |
| South Africa | 0.14 | 0.12 | 13.64% | 2.39 |
| Romania | 0.05 | 0.00 | 0.00% | 8.49 |
| Belarus | 0.00 | 0.03 | -100.00% | 0.17 |
| Peru | 0.00 | 0.06 | -100.00% | 1.68 |
Listed plastics companies
Key plastics firms listed on the Vietnam stock exchange include:
An Phat Bioplastics JSC
An Phat Bioplastics JSC (AAA) manufactures and exports biodegradable packaging, plastic resins, and environmentally friendly materials.
AAA closed at VND 7,830 on Monday down 0.12 percent with 13,487,000 shares traded, worth VND 10,590 million.
Foreign ownership in AAA is currently capped at 100.0 percent, with current foreign ownership sitting at 1.7 percent.
An Phat Holdings JSC
An Phat Holdings JSC (APH) is a plastics and green materials conglomerate producing biodegradable packaging, engineering plastics, and recycled materials.
APH closed at VND 6,240 on Monday down 0.09 percent with 3,324,000 shares traded, worth VND 2,085 million.
Foreign ownership in APH is currently capped at 0.0 percent, with current foreign ownership sitting at 0.0 percent.
Binh Minh Plastics JSC
Binh Minh Plastics JSC (BMP) manufactures and distributes plastic pipes, fittings, and construction materials for water and drainage systems.
BMP closed at VND 161,000 on Monday down 2 percent with 675,000 shares traded, worth VND 10,781 million.
Foreign ownership in BMP is currently capped at 100.0 percent, with current foreign ownership sitting at 84.3 percent.
Do Thanh Technology Corporation
Do Thanh Technology Corporation (DTT) manufactures automotive parts, plastic products, and mechanical components.
DTT closed at VND 15,950 on Monday down 0 percent with 0 shares traded, worth VND 0 million.
Foreign ownership in DTT is currently capped at 49.0 percent, with current foreign ownership sitting at 0.2 percent.
HCD Investment Producing and Trading Joint Stock Company
HCD Investment Producing and Trading Joint Stock Company (HCD) manufactures and trades plastic packaging and household products for domestic and export markets.
HCD closed at VND 7,740 on Monday down 0 percent with 198,000 shares traded, worth VND 153 million.
Foreign ownership in HCD is currently capped at 51.0 percent, with current foreign ownership sitting at 0.2 percent.
An Tien Industries Joint Stock Company
An Tien Industries Joint Stock Company (HII) develops and manages industrial zones and manufactures plastic products.
HII closed at VND 5,330 on Monday down 0.24 percent with 3,222,000 shares traded, worth VND 1,707 million.
Foreign ownership in HII is currently capped at 50.0 percent, with current foreign ownership sitting at 0.4 percent.
Hoa Sen Group
Hoa Sen Group (HSG) manufactures and exports steel sheets, roofing materials, and plastic pipes throughout Southeast Asia.
HSG closed at VND 15,750 on Monday down 0.35 percent with 48,881,000 shares traded, worth VND 77,167 million.
Foreign ownership in HSG is currently capped at 49.0 percent, with current foreign ownership sitting at 4.5 percent.
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Vietnam’s plastics industry
Vietnam’s plastics industry is a key supplier to domestic manufacturing and export sectors, including packaging, consumer goods, electronics, and automotive components.
The industry benefits from strong foreign direct investment, integrated supply chains, and proximity to major export markets in Asia, Europe, and North America.
The sector is increasingly shaped by environmental regulation and shifting demand toward recycled and bio-based plastics.
Producers are investing in recycling capacity, waste collection, and higher value-added products to align with sustainability targets and global buyer requirements.