Acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
Egypt imported $62.0 million of acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene in 2024 (32.7 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is close to the 2023 level. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $82.9 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $62.0M | 32.7K t |
| 2023 | $62.8M | 32.2K t |
| 2022 | $82.9M | 34.3K t |
| 2021 | $73.3M | 29.6K t |
| 2020 | $28.4M | 18.8K t |
| 2019 | $33.7M | 19.5K t |
| 2018 | $42.2M | 20.8K t |
| 2017 | $39.6M | 20.8K t |
Where Egypt imports acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene from
The largest suppliers were South Korea (36%), Saudi Arabia (22%), Taiwan (15%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+44% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea | $22.3M | 36% |
| Saudi Arabia | $13.9M | 22% |
| Taiwan | $9.2M | 15% |
| China | $5.9M | 9.5% |
| Thailand | $5.9M | 9.5% |
| Italy | $936K | 1.5% |
| Turkey | $871K | 1.4% |
| Belgium | $832K | 1.3% |
| Japan | $778K | 1.3% |
| Germany | $270K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.89 per kg, close to the world average of $1.70.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene exports from Egypt
In 2024, Egypt exported acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene worth $267 thousand (285 tonnes). China alone took 76% of it. Among the main buyer markets, China grew fastest (+164% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $204K | 76% |
| South Korea | $31K | 12% |
| Sweden | $25K | 9.5% |
| Malaysia | $7K | 2.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene imports (HS 3903.30): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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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 3903.30: Styrene polymers: acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene (ABS) copolymers, in primary forms.
Common questions
What is the value of acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene worth $62.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 32.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 25th of 158 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 1% on 2023.
Which countries supply acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene to Egypt?
South Korea was the largest supplier with 36% of the value ($22.3 million), followed by Saudi Arabia (22%) and Taiwan (15%). The top three together account for 73%, out of 21 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 206% on the year.
What is the average import price of acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.89 per kg in 2024, 11% above the world average of $1.70 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $39.6 million in 2017 to $62.0 million in 2024, an increase of 57%. The peak was 2022 at $82.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $53.1 million a year.
Does Egypt also export acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene?
Yes. Egypt exported $267 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to China, South Korea and Sweden. On balance Egypt is a net importer of this product, by about $61.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene?
The HS code for acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene is subheading 3903.30. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3903 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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