As of 2023, the import value of polyethylene waste or scrap to the US was $42.558 million. Forecasts predict a gradual annual increase in the import values from 2024 through 2028. Specifically, the year-on-year growth rates are 2.13% for 2025, 2.04% for 2026, 1.97% for 2027, and 1.89% for 2028. Over this period, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) is approximately 2.03%, indicating a steady growth trend in polyethylene waste imports.

Future trends to monitor include:

Global recycling policy changes and their impact on import regulations.
Technological advancements in recycling facilities that may affect the demand for imported polyethylene waste.
Market fluctuations in global crude oil prices which can influence polyethylene production costs and import levels.