Heavy testliner (recycled linerboard, over 150g/m2) imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of heavy testliner (recycled linerboard, over 150g/m2) by Egypt reached $3.7 million in 2024 (7.7 thousand tonnes). That is 125% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 23% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $4.6 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 | $3.7M | 7.7K t |
| 2023 | $1.6M | 3.1K t |
| 2022 | $2.5M | 3.4K t |
| 2021 | $4.6M | 7.7K t |
| 2020 | $432K | 1.1K t |
| 2019 | $310K | 826 t |
| 2018 | $1.3M | 2.4K t |
| 2017 | $868K | 1.7K t |
Where Egypt imports heavy testliner (recycled linerboard, over 150g/m2) from
The largest suppliers were Germany (42%), Saudi Arabia (41%), Turkey (7%). Among the main suppliers, Portugal grew fastest (+134% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $1.5M | 42% |
| Saudi Arabia | $1.5M | 41% |
| Turkey | $267K | 7.3% |
| Portugal | $239K | 6.5% |
| Spain | $76K | 2.1% |
| Italy | $45K | 1.2% |
| Netherlands | $11K | 0.3% |
| China | $9K | 0.2% |
| United Kingdom | $2K | 0.1% |
| South Korea | $1K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.48 per kg, close to the world average of $0.53.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Heavy testliner (recycled linerboard, over 150g/m2) exports from Egypt
In 2024, Egypt exported heavy testliner (recycled linerboard, over 150g/m2) worth $1.6 million (3.2 thousand tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Venezuela (45%), Madagascar (24%), Morocco (20%). Among the main buyer markets, Venezuela grew fastest (+64% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Venezuela | $702K | 45% |
| Madagascar | $376K | 24% |
| Morocco | $310K | 20% |
| Lebanon | $49K | 3.1% |
| Kenya | $40K | 2.6% |
| DR Congo | $33K | 2.1% |
| Peru | $28K | 1.8% |
| Saudi Arabia | $16K | 1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt heavy testliner (recycled linerboard, over 150g/m2) imports (HS 4805.25): 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 4805.25: Paper & paperboard: uncoated, testliner (recycled linerboard), weight over 150g/m2, in rolls or sheets.
Common questions
What is the value of heavy testliner (recycled linerboard, over 150g/m2) imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported heavy testliner (recycled linerboard, over 150g/m2) worth $3.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 53rd of 146 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 125% on 2023.
Which countries supply heavy testliner (recycled linerboard, over 150g/m2) to Egypt?
Germany was the largest supplier with 42% of the value ($1.5 million), followed by Saudi Arabia (41%) and Turkey (7%). The top three together account for 90%, out of 11 supplier countries in total. Portugal grew fastest among the top ten, up 134% on the year.
What is the average import price of heavy testliner (recycled linerboard, over 150g/m2) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.48 per kg in 2024, 9% below the world average of $0.53 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of heavy testliner (recycled linerboard, over 150g/m2) to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $868 thousand in 2017 to $3.7 million in 2024, an increase of 322%. The peak was 2021 at $4.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $1.9 million a year.
Does Egypt also export heavy testliner (recycled linerboard, over 150g/m2)?
Yes. Egypt exported $1.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Venezuela, Madagascar and Morocco. On balance Egypt is a net importer of this product, by about $2.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for heavy testliner (recycled linerboard, over 150g/m2)?
The HS code for heavy testliner (recycled linerboard, over 150g/m2) is subheading 4805.25. 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?
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