Combed ultra-fine cotton yarn exports from Egypt: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Egypt exported combed ultra-fine cotton yarn worth $15.4 million (1.2 thousand tonnes). It ranks 3rd of 47 countries for exports of this product. Value rose 210% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 13% 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 | $15.4M | 1.2K t |
| 2023 | $5.0M | 455 t |
| 2022 | $4.5M | 313 t |
| 2021 | $4.7M | 552 t |
| 2020 | $3.2M | 418 t |
| 2019 | $4.4M | 481 t |
| 2018 | $5.0M | 572 t |
| 2017 | $6.7M | 726 t |
Where Egypt exports combed ultra-fine cotton yarn to
One buyer market dominates: India accounted for 57% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, India grew fastest (+684% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $8.7M | 57% |
| Turkey | $1.8M | 12% |
| Pakistan | $1.7M | 11% |
| Austria | $1.2M | 7.6% |
| Germany | $956K | 6.2% |
| Italy | $408K | 2.7% |
| Serbia | $200K | 1.3% |
| Uzbekistan | $135K | 0.9% |
| Taiwan | $117K | 0.8% |
| France | $94K | 0.6% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $13.11 per kg, 132% above the world average of $5.65. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Combed ultra-fine cotton yarn imports to Egypt
Imports of combed ultra-fine cotton yarn by Egypt reached $1.7 million in 2024 (124 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. One supplier dominates: Turkey accounted for 77% of the value. Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+846% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $1.3M | 77% |
| India | $383K | 23% |
| Italy | $5K | 0.3% |
| China | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt combed ultra-fine cotton yarn exports (HS 5205.28): 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 5205.28: Cotton yarn: (not sewing thread), single, of combed fibres, 85% or more by weight of cotton, measuring less than 83.33 decitex (exceeding 120 metric number), not for retail sale.
Common questions
What is the value of combed ultra-fine cotton yarn exported by Egypt?
Egypt exported combed ultra-fine cotton yarn worth $15.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 47 countries worldwide, with 7% of world exports. The value was up 210% on 2023.
Which countries buy combed ultra-fine cotton yarn from Egypt?
India was the largest buyer with 57% of the value ($8.7 million), followed by Turkey (12%) and Pakistan (11%). The top three together account for 79%, out of 13 buyer countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 684% on the year.
What is the average export price of combed ultra-fine cotton yarn per kg?
The average declared export value was about $13.11 per kg in 2024, 132% above the world average of $5.65 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of combed ultra-fine cotton yarn from Egypt changed since 2017?
Exports went from $6.7 million in 2017 to $15.4 million in 2024, an increase of 131%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $6.1 million a year.
Does Egypt also import combed ultra-fine cotton yarn?
Yes. Egypt imported $1.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Turkey, India and Italy. On balance Egypt is a net exporter of this product, by about $13.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for combed ultra-fine cotton yarn?
The HS code for combed ultra-fine cotton yarn is subheading 5205.28. It sits in HS chapter 52 (cotton). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5205 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
For Egypt, EximDataX reads the shipment records of the countries that trade with it and shows the companies on both sides. We can walk you through your product on a short call.
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