Ethylene-alpha-olefin copolymer imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of ethylene-alpha-olefin copolymer by Egypt reached $53.0 million in 2024 (41.6 thousand tonnes). Value rose 27% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 23% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $68.4 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 | $53.0M | 41.6K t |
| 2023 | $41.9M | 31.5K t |
| 2022 | $68.4M | 43.0K t |
| 2021 | $48.7M | 38.8K t |
| 2020 | $32.1M | 33.5K t |
| 2019 | $33.8M | 30.5K t |
| 2018 | $29.6M | 22.4K t |
| 2017 | $12.4M | 8.7K t |
Where Egypt imports ethylene-alpha-olefin copolymer from
One supplier dominates: United States accounted for 58% of the value. Among the main suppliers, South Korea grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $30.7M | 58% |
| Saudi Arabia | $5.5M | 10% |
| Spain | $3.4M | 6.3% |
| Netherlands | $3.2M | 6.1% |
| Singapore | $3.0M | 5.6% |
| France | $2.0M | 3.7% |
| South Korea | $1.6M | 3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1.3M | 2.4% |
| India | $780K | 1.5% |
| Turkey | $508K | 1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.28 per kg, close to the world average of $1.15.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Ethylene-alpha-olefin copolymer exports from Egypt
In 2024, Egypt exported ethylene-alpha-olefin copolymer worth $1.4 million (772 tonnes). Turkey alone took 89% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Serbia grew fastest (+37% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $1.3M | 89% |
| Serbia | $136K | 9.5% |
| Saudi Arabia | $21K | 1.5% |
| South Africa | $2K | 0.2% |
| Belgium | $0K | 0% |
| Spain | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt ethylene-alpha-olefin copolymer imports (HS 3901.40): 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 3901.40: Ethylene polymers: in primary forms, ethylene-alpha-olefin copolymers, having a specific gravity of less than 0.94.
Common questions
What is the value of ethylene-alpha-olefin copolymer imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported ethylene-alpha-olefin copolymer worth $53.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 41.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 41st of 164 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 27% on 2023.
Which countries supply ethylene-alpha-olefin copolymer to Egypt?
The United States was the largest supplier with 58% of the value ($30.7 million), followed by Saudi Arabia (10%) and Spain (6%). The top three together account for 75%, out of 19 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 842% on the year.
What is the average import price of ethylene-alpha-olefin copolymer per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.28 per kg in 2024, 11% above the world average of $1.15 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of ethylene-alpha-olefin copolymer to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $12.4 million in 2017 to $53.0 million in 2024, an increase of 327%. The peak was 2022 at $68.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $40.0 million a year.
Does Egypt also export ethylene-alpha-olefin copolymer?
Yes. Egypt exported $1.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Turkey, Serbia and Saudi Arabia. On balance Egypt is a net importer of this product, by about $51.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for ethylene-alpha-olefin copolymer?
The HS code for ethylene-alpha-olefin copolymer is subheading 3901.40. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3901 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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