Disposable paper tableware exports from Egypt: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Egypt exported disposable paper tableware worth $2.5 million (649 tonnes). That is 22% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 36% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $6.3 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 | $2.5M | 649 t |
| 2023 | $3.2M | 870 t |
| 2022 | $6.3M | 1.6K t |
| 2021 | $872K | 305 t |
| 2020 | $252K | 127 t |
| 2019 | $195K | 66 t |
| 2018 | $304K | 282 t |
| 2017 | $291K | 130 t |
Where Egypt exports disposable paper tableware to
Most of it went to Turkey (27%), Libya (13%), Saudi Arabia (12%). Among the main buyer markets, Lebanon grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $655K | 27% |
| Libya | $312K | 13% |
| Saudi Arabia | $300K | 12% |
| Israel | $298K | 12% |
| Morocco | $237K | 9.6% |
| Palestine | $140K | 5.7% |
| Lebanon | $128K | 5.2% |
| Germany | $39K | 1.6% |
| Cyprus | $35K | 1.4% |
| Kuwait | $33K | 1.3% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.80 per kg, close to the world average of $3.17.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Disposable paper tableware imports to Egypt
In 2024, Egypt imported disposable paper tableware worth $1.9 million (477 tonnes). The largest suppliers were Italy (39%), China (29%), United Arab Emirates (10%). Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+870% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $754K | 39% |
| China | $547K | 29% |
| United Arab Emirates | $188K | 9.8% |
| Saudi Arabia | $157K | 8.2% |
| Lebanon | $111K | 5.8% |
| Tunisia | $108K | 5.6% |
| United States | $26K | 1.3% |
| Kenya | $8K | 0.4% |
| France | $7K | 0.4% |
| United Kingdom | $4K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt disposable paper tableware exports (HS 4823.69): 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 4823.69: Paper and paperboard: trays, dishes, plates, cups and the like, of paper or paperboard other than of bamboo.
Common questions
What is the value of disposable paper tableware exported by Egypt?
Egypt exported disposable paper tableware worth $2.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 649 tonnes. That ranks it 57th of 158 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 22% on 2023.
Which countries buy disposable paper tableware from Egypt?
Turkey was the largest buyer with 27% of the value ($654 thousand), followed by Libya (13%) and Saudi Arabia (12%). The top three together account for 51%, out of 41 buyer countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 235% on the year.
What is the average export price of disposable paper tableware per kg?
The average declared export value was about $3.80 per kg in 2024, 20% above the world average of $3.17 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of disposable paper tableware from Egypt changed since 2017?
Exports went from $291 thousand in 2017 to $2.5 million in 2024, an increase of 749%. The peak was 2022 at $6.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $1.7 million a year.
Does Egypt also import disposable paper tableware?
Yes. Egypt imported $1.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Italy, China and the United Arab Emirates. On balance Egypt is a net exporter of this product, by about $550 thousand a year.
What is the HS code for disposable paper tableware?
The HS code for disposable paper tableware is subheading 4823.69. It sits in HS chapter 48 (paper and paperboard; articles of paper pulp, of paper or paperboard). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4823 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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