Dioctyl phthalate imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Egypt imported dioctyl phthalate worth $43.2 million (24.4 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 130 countries. Value rose 18% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $60.6 million.
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 | $43.2M | 24.4K t |
| 2023 | $36.8M | 25.5K t |
| 2022 | $48.0M | 28.3K t |
| 2021 | $60.6M | 34.1K t |
| 2020 | $32.9M | 32.8K t |
| 2019 | $42.1M | 38.8K t |
| 2018 | $38.8M | 31.7K t |
| 2017 | $23.2M | 21.9K t |
Where Egypt imports dioctyl phthalate from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 57% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+132% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $24.5M | 57% |
| Turkey | $8.8M | 20% |
| Vietnam | $7.0M | 16% |
| Malaysia | $1.9M | 4.4% |
| Colombia | $537K | 1.2% |
| Taiwan | $287K | 0.7% |
| India | $195K | 0.5% |
| Saudi Arabia | $69K | 0.2% |
| South Korea | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.77 per kg, close to the world average of $1.48.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
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The shipment records behind Egypt dioctyl phthalate imports (HS 2917.32): 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 2917.32: Acids: aromatic polycarboxylic acids: dioctyl orthophthalates.
Common questions
What is the value of dioctyl phthalate imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported dioctyl phthalate worth $43.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 24.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 130 countries worldwide, with 11% of world imports. The value was up 18% on 2023.
Which countries supply dioctyl phthalate to Egypt?
China was the largest supplier with 57% of the value ($24.5 million), followed by Turkey (20%) and Vietnam (16%). The top three together account for 93%, out of 9 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 132% on the year.
What is the average import price of dioctyl phthalate per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.77 per kg in 2024, 20% above the world average of $1.48 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of dioctyl phthalate to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $23.2 million in 2017 to $43.2 million in 2024, an increase of 86%. The peak was 2021 at $60.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $40.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for dioctyl phthalate?
The HS code for dioctyl phthalate is subheading 2917.32. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2917 page.
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