Alkyd resins exports from Egypt: data, top buyers and prices
Egypt exported $58.5 million of alkyd resins in 2024 (28.0 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 112 countries. That is 10% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 22% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $58.5M | 28.0K t |
| 2023 | $53.3M | 26.0K t |
| 2022 | $50.3M | 22.7K t |
| 2021 | $33.1M | 21.4K t |
| 2020 | $20.2M | 16.0K t |
| 2019 | $23.9M | 19.5K t |
| 2018 | $22.6M | 16.4K t |
| 2017 | $14.8M | 9.7K t |
Where Egypt exports alkyd resins to
Most of it went to Malaysia (13%), Yemen (7%), Uganda (6%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 26%. Among the main buyer markets, Syria grew fastest (+412% on the year before).
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.09 per kg, close to the world average of $2.28.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Alkyd resins imports to Egypt
Egypt imported $1.5 million of alkyd resins in 2024 (612 tonnes). The largest suppliers were China (19%), Italy (13%), Austria (8%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 40%. Among the main suppliers, Taiwan grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $281K | 19% |
| Italy | $201K | 13% |
| Austria | $127K | 8.4% |
| Netherlands | $96K | 6.3% |
| Malaysia | $95K | 6.3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $93K | 6.2% |
| Spain | $87K | 5.8% |
| Jordan | $87K | 5.7% |
| United States | $85K | 5.6% |
| Taiwan | $59K | 3.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt alkyd resins exports (HS 3907.50): 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 3907.50: Alkyd resins: in primary forms.
Common questions
What is the value of alkyd resins exported by Egypt?
Egypt exported alkyd resins worth $58.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 28.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 112 countries worldwide, with 6% of world exports. The value was up 10% on 2023.
Which countries buy alkyd resins from Egypt?
Malaysia was the largest buyer with 13% of the value ($7.8 million), followed by Yemen (7%) and Uganda (6%). The top three together account for 26%, out of 80 buyer countries in total. Syria grew fastest among the top ten, up 412% on the year.
What is the average export price of alkyd resins per kg?
The average declared export value was about $2.09 per kg in 2024, 8% below the world average of $2.28 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of alkyd resins from Egypt changed since 2017?
Exports went from $14.8 million in 2017 to $58.5 million in 2024, an increase of 295%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $34.6 million a year.
Does Egypt also import alkyd resins?
Yes. Egypt imported $1.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, Italy and Austria. On balance Egypt is a net exporter of this product, by about $57.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for alkyd resins?
The HS code for alkyd resins is subheading 3907.50. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3907 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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