Cotton sewing thread exports from Egypt: data, top buyers and prices
Egypt exported $5.8 million of cotton sewing thread in 2024 (547 tonnes). It ranks 5th of 135 countries for exports of this product. That is 28% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2023, at $8.0 million.
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 | $5.8M | 547 t |
| 2023 | $8.0M | 668 t |
| 2022 | $4.9M | 361 t |
| 2021 | $5.0M | 620 t |
| 2020 | $4.2M | 449 t |
| 2019 | $4.8M | 532 t |
| 2018 | $6.9M | 810 t |
| 2017 | $5.7M | 605 t |
Where Egypt exports cotton sewing thread to
The largest buyer markets were Italy (34%), Guatemala (29%), Turkey (17%). Among the main buyer markets, Germany grew fastest (+42% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $2.0M | 34% |
| Guatemala | $1.7M | 29% |
| Turkey | $954K | 17% |
| United States | $511K | 8.9% |
| Germany | $360K | 6.3% |
| France | $74K | 1.3% |
| Spain | $69K | 1.2% |
| Canada | $53K | 0.9% |
| Nigeria | $38K | 0.7% |
| Ukraine | $25K | 0.4% |
Product types under HS 5204
| 5204.11 | Cotton: sewing thread, containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, not put up for retail sale | 63% |
| 5204.20 | Cotton: sewing thread, put up for retail sale | 34% |
| 5204.19 | Cotton: sewing thread, containing less than 85% by weight of cotton, not put up for retail sale | 2.7% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 5204.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $10.53 per kg, 100% above the world average of $5.26. 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.
Cotton sewing thread imports to Egypt
Egypt imported $598 thousand of cotton sewing thread in 2024 (68 tonnes). Most of the value came from China (36%), Turkey (28%), India (15%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+380% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $214K | 36% |
| Turkey | $166K | 28% |
| India | $87K | 15% |
| France | $68K | 11% |
| Vietnam | $30K | 5.1% |
| Italy | $25K | 4.2% |
| Germany | $7K | 1.2% |
| Bangladesh | $1K | 0.1% |
| Sri Lanka | $0K | 0.1% |
| Ireland | $0K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
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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 5204: Cotton sewing thread, whether or not put up for retail sale.
Common questions
What is the value of cotton sewing thread exported by Egypt?
Egypt exported cotton sewing thread worth $5.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 547 tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 135 countries worldwide, with 4% of world exports. The value was down 28% on 2023.
Which countries buy cotton sewing thread from Egypt?
Italy was the largest buyer with 34% of the value ($2.0 million), followed by Guatemala (29%) and Turkey (17%). The top three together account for 79%, out of 35 buyer countries in total. Ukraine grew fastest among the top ten, up 177% on the year.
What is the average export price of cotton sewing thread per kg?
The average declared export value was about $10.53 per kg in 2024, 100% above the world average of $5.26 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 exports of cotton sewing thread from Egypt changed since 2017?
Exports went from $5.7 million in 2017 to $5.8 million in 2024, an increase of 2%. The peak was 2023 at $8.0 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Egypt also import cotton sewing thread?
Yes. Egypt imported $598 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, Turkey and India. On balance Egypt is a net exporter of this product, by about $5.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for cotton sewing thread?
The HS code for cotton sewing thread is heading 5204. In Egypt the largest six-digit codes were 5204.11 (63% of the value) and 5204.20 (34%). It sits in HS chapter 52 (cotton). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5204 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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