Flexible plastic tubing (unreinforced) imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of flexible plastic tubing (unreinforced) by Egypt reached $10.5 million in 2024 (1.1 thousand tonnes). That is 14% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $13.3 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 | $10.5M | 1.1K t |
| 2023 | $12.2M | 1.2K t |
| 2022 | $12.6M | 1.5K t |
| 2021 | $13.3M | 1.5K t |
| 2020 | $11.4M | 1.2K t |
| 2019 | $10.5M | 1.3K t |
| 2018 | $10.9M | 1.3K t |
| 2017 | $7.6M | 988 t |
Where Egypt imports flexible plastic tubing (unreinforced) from
Most of the value came from Romania (29%), Poland (21%), China (16%). Among the main suppliers, Bulgaria grew fastest (+124% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Romania | $3.0M | 29% |
| Poland | $2.2M | 21% |
| China | $1.7M | 16% |
| Germany | $598K | 5.7% |
| Italy | $361K | 3.4% |
| Belarus | $348K | 3.3% |
| Bulgaria | $335K | 3.2% |
| Czech Republic | $215K | 2% |
| Serbia | $197K | 1.9% |
| United Kingdom | $148K | 1.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $9.46 per kg, 27% above the world average of $7.45. 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.
Flexible plastic tubing (unreinforced) exports from Egypt
Egypt exported $1.8 million of flexible plastic tubing (unreinforced) in 2024 (396 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Algeria (31%), Morocco (20%), Tunisia (12%). Among the main buyer markets, Algeria grew fastest (+528% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Algeria | $562K | 31% |
| Morocco | $370K | 20% |
| Tunisia | $219K | 12% |
| Libya | $177K | 9.7% |
| Saudi Arabia | $166K | 9.1% |
| Uganda | $108K | 5.9% |
| Lebanon | $71K | 3.9% |
| Portugal | $34K | 1.9% |
| Mauritania | $23K | 1.3% |
| Thailand | $22K | 1.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt flexible plastic tubing (unreinforced) imports (HS 3917.32): 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 3917.32: Plastics: tubes, pipes and hoses thereof, other than those of item no. 3917.31, not reinforced or otherwise combined with other materials, without fittings.
Common questions
What is the value of flexible plastic tubing (unreinforced) imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported flexible plastic tubing (unreinforced) worth $10.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 68th of 220 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 14% on 2023.
Which countries supply flexible plastic tubing (unreinforced) to Egypt?
Romania was the largest supplier with 29% of the value ($3.0 million), followed by Poland (21%) and China (16%). The top three together account for 66%, out of 52 supplier countries in total. Bulgaria grew fastest among the top ten, up 124% on the year.
What is the average import price of flexible plastic tubing (unreinforced) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $9.46 per kg in 2024, 27% above the world average of $7.45 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of flexible plastic tubing (unreinforced) to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $7.6 million in 2017 to $10.5 million in 2024, an increase of 38%. The peak was 2021 at $13.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $11.1 million a year.
Does Egypt also export flexible plastic tubing (unreinforced)?
Yes. Egypt exported $1.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Algeria, Morocco and Tunisia. On balance Egypt is a net importer of this product, by about $8.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for flexible plastic tubing (unreinforced)?
The HS code for flexible plastic tubing (unreinforced) is subheading 3917.32. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3917 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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