Cellulose nitrate imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of cellulose nitrate by Egypt reached $18.0 million in 2024 (5.4 thousand tonnes). It ranks 9th of 140 countries for imports of this product. That is close to the 2023 level. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $18.0M | 5.4K t |
| 2023 | $17.9M | 5.2K t |
| 2022 | $11.6M | 3.5K t |
| 2021 | $12.4M | 5.1K t |
| 2020 | $11.5M | 5.2K t |
| 2019 | $10.9M | 4.7K t |
| 2018 | $10.1M | 4.0K t |
| 2017 | $11.4M | 4.3K t |
Where Egypt imports cellulose nitrate from
The largest suppliers were India (24%), Thailand (20%), Brazil (15%). Among the main suppliers, Indonesia grew fastest (+227% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $4.2M | 24% |
| Thailand | $3.6M | 20% |
| Brazil | $2.6M | 15% |
| Taiwan | $2.0M | 11% |
| China | $1.8M | 9.9% |
| Indonesia | $1.7M | 9.3% |
| Germany | $1.5M | 8.6% |
| Czech Republic | $515K | 2.9% |
| Japan | $23K | 0.1% |
| Spain | $3K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.32 per kg, close to the world average of $4.09.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Cellulose nitrate exports from Egypt
In 2024, Egypt exported cellulose nitrate worth $1.6 million (118 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Spain accounted for 100% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Spain grew fastest (+83% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $1.6M | 100% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt cellulose nitrate imports (HS 3912.20): 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 3912.20: Cellulose nitrates (including collodions): in primary forms.
Common questions
What is the value of cellulose nitrate imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported cellulose nitrate worth $18.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 9th of 140 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was up 1% on 2023.
Which countries supply cellulose nitrate to Egypt?
India was the largest supplier with 24% of the value ($4.2 million), followed by Thailand (20%) and Brazil (15%). The top three together account for 58%, out of 11 supplier countries in total. Indonesia grew fastest among the top ten, up 227% on the year.
What is the average import price of cellulose nitrate per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.32 per kg in 2024, 19% below the world average of $4.09 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of cellulose nitrate to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $11.4 million in 2017 to $18.0 million in 2024, an increase of 57%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $13.0 million a year.
Does Egypt also export cellulose nitrate?
Yes. Egypt exported $1.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Spain. On balance Egypt is a net importer of this product, by about $16.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for cellulose nitrate?
The HS code for cellulose nitrate is subheading 3912.20. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3912 page.
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