MDF (>9 mm) imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of mdf (>9 mm) by Egypt reached $123.3 million in 2024 (152.0 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. That is 32% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 19% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $182.5 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 | $123.3M | 152.0K t |
| 2023 | $182.5M | 208.6K t |
| 2022 | $156.7M | 176.8K t |
| 2021 | $88.1M | 231.3K t |
| 2020 | $64.6M | 190.6K t |
| 2019 | $45.3M | 149.9K t |
| 2018 | $39.1M | 119.6K t |
| 2017 | $36.2M | 118.4K t |
Where Egypt imports mdf (>9 mm) from
One supplier dominates: Thailand accounted for 50% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Romania grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Thailand | $62.3M | 51% |
| Indonesia | $21.5M | 18% |
| Turkey | $16.9M | 14% |
| China | $15.1M | 12% |
| Romania | $5.3M | 4.3% |
| Germany | $348K | 0.3% |
| Italy | $325K | 0.3% |
| Spain | $298K | 0.2% |
| Saudi Arabia | $271K | 0.2% |
| Ireland | $255K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.81 per kg, 45% above the world average of $0.56. 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.
MDF (>9 mm) exports from Egypt
In 2024, Egypt exported mdf (>9 mm) worth $1.3 million (1.6 thousand tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Algeria accounted for 75% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Algeria grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Algeria | $951K | 75% |
| Saudi Arabia | $81K | 6.4% |
| Lebanon | $58K | 4.6% |
| Jordan | $56K | 4.4% |
| United Arab Emirates | $37K | 2.9% |
| United Kingdom | $21K | 1.7% |
| Yemen | $20K | 1.6% |
| Kenya | $16K | 1.2% |
| Italy | $13K | 1.1% |
| Romania | $9K | 0.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt mdf (>9 mm) imports (HS 4411.14): 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 4411.14: Medium density fibreboard (MDF), of a thickness exceeding 9 mm.
Common questions
What is the value of mdf (>9 mm) imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported mdf (>9 mm) worth $123.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 152.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 13th of 206 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was down 32% on 2023.
Which countries supply mdf (>9 mm) to Egypt?
Thailand was the largest supplier with 50% of the value ($62.3 million), followed by Indonesia (17%) and Turkey (14%). The top three together account for 82%, out of 24 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 83% on the year.
What is the average import price of mdf (>9 mm) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.81 per kg in 2024, 45% above the world average of $0.56 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of mdf (>9 mm) to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $36.2 million in 2017 to $123.3 million in 2024, an increase of 241%. The peak was 2023 at $182.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $92.0 million a year.
Does Egypt also export mdf (>9 mm)?
Yes. Egypt exported $1.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Algeria, Saudi Arabia and Lebanon. On balance Egypt is a net importer of this product, by about $122.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for mdf (>9 mm)?
The HS code for mdf (>9 mm) is subheading 4411.14. It sits in HS chapter 44 (wood and articles of wood; wood charcoal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4411 page.
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