Artificial tow imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of artificial tow by Egypt reached $117.2 million in 2024 (15.8 thousand tonnes). It ranks 5th of 128 countries for imports of this product. That is 137% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% a year on average.
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 | $117.2M | 15.8K t |
| 2023 | $49.4M | 8.0K t |
| 2022 | $21.2M | 4.8K t |
| 2021 | $32.1M | 8.3K t |
| 2020 | $31.7M | 8.2K t |
| 2019 | $21.1M | 4.8K t |
| 2018 | $47.1M | 10.4K t |
| 2017 | $62.3M | 12.5K t |
Where Egypt imports artificial tow from
Most of the value came from China (44%), Belgium (23%), United States (15%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $51.1M | 44% |
| Belgium | $27.1M | 23% |
| United States | $17.6M | 15% |
| Poland | $14.8M | 13% |
| Japan | $3.0M | 2.6% |
| Germany | $2.7M | 2.3% |
| Netherlands | $921K | 0.8% |
| Singapore | $0K | 0% |
| France | $0K | 0% |
Product types under HS 5502
| 5502.10 | Fibres: artificial filament tow of cellulose acetate | 99% |
| 5502.90 | Fibres: artificial filament tow, other than cellulose acetate | 0.6% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 5502.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.41 per kg, close to the world average of $6.52.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Artificial tow exports from Egypt
In 2024, Egypt exported artificial tow worth $514 thousand (77 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Zambia accounted for 51% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zambia | $260K | 51% |
| Belgium | $245K | 48% |
| Nigeria | $9K | 1.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
Public statistics stop at country totals and the last published year. EximDataX shows the shipment records underneath: the companies, dates, quantities and declared values, updated weekly.
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Updated weekly on EximDataX (some markets daily), while public statistics stop at 2024.
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 5502: Artificial filament tow.
Common questions
What is the value of artificial tow imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported artificial tow worth $117.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 15.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 128 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was up 137% on 2023.
Which countries supply artificial tow to Egypt?
China was the largest supplier with 44% of the value ($51.1 million), followed by Belgium (23%) and the United States (15%). The top three together account for 82%, out of 9 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 182% on the year.
What is the average import price of artificial tow per kg?
The average declared import value was about $7.41 per kg in 2024, 14% above the world average of $6.52 per kg. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so it blends every grade and size; use it as a benchmark, not a quote. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
How have imports of artificial tow to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $62.3 million in 2017 to $117.2 million in 2024, an increase of 88%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Egypt also export artificial tow?
Yes. Egypt exported $514 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zambia, Belgium and Nigeria. On balance Egypt is a net importer of this product, by about $116.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for artificial tow?
The HS code for artificial tow is heading 5502. In Egypt the largest six-digit codes were 5502.10 (99% of the value) and 5502.90 (1%). It sits in HS chapter 55 (man-made staple fibres). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5502 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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