Fluting paper (other types) exports from Egypt: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Egypt exported fluting paper (other types) worth $19.8 million (45.6 thousand tonnes). That is 19% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 118% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $53.8 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 | $19.8M | 45.6K t |
| 2023 | $24.4M | 51.5K t |
| 2022 | $53.8M | 72.6K t |
| 2021 | $34.6M | 54.7K t |
| 2020 | $913K | 2.2K t |
| 2019 | $2.7M | 5.2K t |
| 2018 | $1.7M | 2.9K t |
| 2017 | $83K | 185 t |
Where Egypt exports fluting paper (other types) to
The largest buyer markets were Lebanon (16%), Libya (15%), Kenya (11%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 42%. Among the main buyer markets, Cote d'Ivoire grew fastest (+522% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Lebanon | $3.1M | 16% |
| Libya | $3.0M | 15% |
| Kenya | $2.1M | 11% |
| Algeria | $1.6M | 8.3% |
| Saudi Arabia | $1.3M | 6.5% |
| South Africa | $800K | 4.1% |
| Georgia | $729K | 3.7% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $625K | 3.2% |
| Venezuela | $603K | 3.1% |
| Brazil | $594K | 3% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.43 per kg, close to the world average of $0.45.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Fluting paper (other types) imports to Egypt
Imports of fluting paper (other types) by Egypt reached $13.0 million in 2024 (27.2 thousand tonnes). Most of the value came from Italy (30%), Turkey (14%), Netherlands (10%). Among the main suppliers, Saudi Arabia grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $3.9M | 30% |
| Turkey | $1.8M | 14% |
| Netherlands | $1.3M | 10% |
| China | $1.0M | 7.9% |
| Saudi Arabia | $1.0M | 7.8% |
| Russia | $770K | 5.9% |
| Poland | $703K | 5.4% |
| Sweden | $471K | 3.6% |
| Belarus | $461K | 3.5% |
| South Africa | $449K | 3.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt fluting paper (other types) exports (HS 4805.19): 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 4805.19: Paper and paperboard: uncoated, fluting paper other than semi-chemical or straw, rolls or sheets.
Common questions
What is the value of fluting paper (other types) exported by Egypt?
Egypt exported fluting paper (other types) worth $19.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 45.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 32nd of 105 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 19% on 2023.
Which countries buy fluting paper (other types) from Egypt?
Lebanon was the largest buyer with 16% of the value ($3.1 million), followed by Libya (15%) and Kenya (11%). The top three together account for 42%, out of 44 buyer countries in total. Cote d'Ivoire grew fastest among the top ten, up 522% on the year.
What is the average export price of fluting paper (other types) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.43 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $0.45 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of fluting paper (other types) from Egypt changed since 2017?
Exports went from $83 thousand in 2017 to $19.8 million in 2024. The peak was 2022 at $53.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $17.2 million a year.
Does Egypt also import fluting paper (other types)?
Yes. Egypt imported $13.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Italy, Turkey and the Netherlands. On balance Egypt is a net exporter of this product, by about $6.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for fluting paper (other types)?
The HS code for fluting paper (other types) is subheading 4805.19. 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 4805 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
For Egypt, EximDataX reads the shipment records of the countries that trade with it and shows the companies on both sides. We can walk you through your product on a short call.
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- Uncoated paperboard (light, under 150g/m2)
- Sulfite wrapping paper
- Uncoated paperboard (heavy, 225g/m2+)
- Felt paper and paperboard
- Heavy testliner (recycled linerboard, over 150g/m2)
- All Egypt trade data
- HS 4805 codes
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