Melamine-formaldehyde resins imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Egypt imported melamine-formaldehyde resins worth $5.8 million (2.8 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 38% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 23% 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 | $5.8M | 2.8K t |
| 2023 | $4.2M | 1.8K t |
| 2022 | $4.2M | 1.6K t |
| 2021 | $3.4M | 1.8K t |
| 2020 | $1.8M | 1.2K t |
| 2019 | $1.6M | 792 t |
| 2018 | $1.7M | 708 t |
| 2017 | $1.3M | 594 t |
Where Egypt imports melamine-formaldehyde resins from
China alone supplied 67% of it. Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+921% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.9M | 67% |
| Italy | $1.0M | 18% |
| Norway | $184K | 3.2% |
| Germany | $129K | 2.2% |
| Saudi Arabia | $101K | 1.8% |
| Indonesia | $89K | 1.5% |
| Thailand | $87K | 1.5% |
| Netherlands | $87K | 1.5% |
| Taiwan | $79K | 1.4% |
| United States | $48K | 0.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.07 per kg, 58% above the world average of $1.31. 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.
Melamine-formaldehyde resins exports from Egypt
In 2024, Egypt exported melamine-formaldehyde resins worth $1.9 million (1.1 thousand tonnes). Morocco alone took 61% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Turkey grew fastest (+50% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Morocco | $1.1M | 61% |
| Saudi Arabia | $242K | 13% |
| United Arab Emirates | $135K | 7.3% |
| Australia | $91K | 4.9% |
| Turkey | $72K | 3.9% |
| South Korea | $49K | 2.6% |
| Algeria | $42K | 2.3% |
| Syria | $31K | 1.7% |
| Greece | $28K | 1.5% |
| Jordan | $25K | 1.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt melamine-formaldehyde resins imports (HS 3909.20): 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 3909.20: Amino-resins: melamine resins, in primary forms.
Common questions
What is the value of melamine-formaldehyde resins imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported melamine-formaldehyde resins worth $5.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 34th of 159 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 38% on 2023.
Which countries supply melamine-formaldehyde resins to Egypt?
China was the largest supplier with 67% of the value ($3.9 million), followed by Italy (18%) and Norway (3%). The top three together account for 88%, out of 15 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 921% on the year.
What is the average import price of melamine-formaldehyde resins per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.07 per kg in 2024, 58% above the world average of $1.31 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of melamine-formaldehyde resins to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.3 million in 2017 to $5.8 million in 2024, an increase of 332%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $3.0 million a year.
Does Egypt also export melamine-formaldehyde resins?
Yes. Egypt exported $1.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Morocco, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates. On balance Egypt is a net importer of this product, by about $3.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for melamine-formaldehyde resins?
The HS code for melamine-formaldehyde resins is subheading 3909.20. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3909 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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