Flexible intermediate bulk containers imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of flexible intermediate bulk containers by Egypt reached $6.1 million in 2024 (2.5 thousand tonnes). That is 26% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% a year on average.
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 | $6.1M | 2.5K t |
| 2023 | $4.8M | 2.2K t |
| 2022 | $6.7M | 2.4K t |
| 2021 | $6.9M | 2.8K t |
| 2020 | $3.8M | 1.9K t |
| 2019 | $6.2M | 2.7K t |
| 2018 | $5.4M | 2.2K t |
| 2017 | $3.3M | 1.3K t |
Where Egypt imports flexible intermediate bulk containers from
One supplier dominates: India accounted for 55% of the value. Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+42% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $3.4M | 55% |
| Turkey | $1.5M | 24% |
| Jordan | $757K | 13% |
| Greece | $264K | 4.4% |
| China | $137K | 2.3% |
| Italy | $26K | 0.4% |
| United Arab Emirates | $23K | 0.4% |
| United Kingdom | $18K | 0.3% |
| Thailand | $3K | 0.1% |
| Netherlands | $1K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.43 per kg, close to the world average of $2.66.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Flexible intermediate bulk containers exports from Egypt
In 2024, Egypt exported flexible intermediate bulk containers worth $1.5 million (645 tonnes). Most of it went to Tunisia (29%), Cyprus (28%), Belgium (15%). Among the main buyer markets, India grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Tunisia | $443K | 29% |
| Cyprus | $432K | 28% |
| Belgium | $226K | 15% |
| Bulgaria | $121K | 7.8% |
| Sierra Leone | $104K | 6.7% |
| Italy | $63K | 4.1% |
| Sudan | $58K | 3.7% |
| Zimbabwe | $41K | 2.6% |
| India | $30K | 1.9% |
| Romania | $18K | 1.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt flexible intermediate bulk containers imports (HS 6305.32): 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 6305.32: Sacks and bags: of a kind used for the packing of goods, of man-made textile materials, flexible intermediate bulk containers.
Common questions
What is the value of flexible intermediate bulk containers imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported flexible intermediate bulk containers worth $6.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 49th of 204 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 26% on 2023.
Which countries supply flexible intermediate bulk containers to Egypt?
India was the largest supplier with 55% of the value ($3.4 million), followed by Turkey (24%) and Jordan (12%). The top three together account for 92%, out of 15 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 42% on the year.
What is the average import price of flexible intermediate bulk containers per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.43 per kg in 2024, 9% below the world average of $2.66 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of flexible intermediate bulk containers to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.3 million in 2017 to $6.1 million in 2024, an increase of 84%. The peak was 2021 at $6.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.4 million a year.
Does Egypt also export flexible intermediate bulk containers?
Yes. Egypt exported $1.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Tunisia, Cyprus and Belgium. On balance Egypt is a net importer of this product, by about $4.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for flexible intermediate bulk containers?
The HS code for flexible intermediate bulk containers is subheading 6305.32. It sits in HS chapter 63 (textiles, made up articles; sets; worn clothing and worn textile articles; rags). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6305 page.
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