Multi-purpose adhesive imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
Egypt imported $12.1 million of multi-purpose adhesive in 2024 (2.7 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 8% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $12.1M | 2.7K t |
| 2023 | $11.2M | 3.2K t |
| 2022 | $12.2M | 2.9K t |
| 2021 | $10.3M | 3.8K t |
| 2020 | $7.9M | 3.3K t |
| 2019 | $9.7M | 4.1K t |
| 2018 | $9.5M | 4.0K t |
| 2017 | $7.2M | 3.7K t |
Where Egypt imports multi-purpose adhesive from
The largest suppliers were China (43%), Turkey (16%), Spain (14%). Among the main suppliers, Saudi Arabia grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $5.2M | 43% |
| Turkey | $1.9M | 16% |
| Spain | $1.7M | 14% |
| France | $476K | 3.9% |
| Italy | $359K | 3% |
| Saudi Arabia | $349K | 2.9% |
| Germany | $264K | 2.2% |
| Thailand | $249K | 2.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $190K | 1.6% |
| United Kingdom | $189K | 1.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.48 per kg, 43% above the world average of $3.14. 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.
Multi-purpose adhesive exports from Egypt
In 2024, Egypt exported multi-purpose adhesive worth $2.0 million (654 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Spain (27%), Italy (16%), Libya (16%). Among the main buyer markets, Kuwait grew fastest (+222% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $531K | 27% |
| Italy | $318K | 16% |
| Libya | $316K | 16% |
| Angola | $101K | 5.1% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $84K | 4.3% |
| Zambia | $67K | 3.4% |
| Saudi Arabia | $63K | 3.2% |
| Kuwait | $62K | 3.2% |
| South Africa | $56K | 2.9% |
| Iraq | $54K | 2.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt multi-purpose adhesive imports (HS 3506.99): 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 3506.99: Glues and other adhesives: prepared, n.e.c. in heading no. 3506, not exceeding a net weight of 1kg.
Common questions
What is the value of multi-purpose adhesive imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported multi-purpose adhesive worth $12.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 44th of 224 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 8% on 2023.
Which countries supply multi-purpose adhesive to Egypt?
China was the largest supplier with 43% of the value ($5.2 million), followed by Turkey (16%) and Spain (14%). The top three together account for 73%, out of 41 supplier countries in total. Thailand grew fastest among the top ten, up 346% on the year.
What is the average import price of multi-purpose adhesive per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.48 per kg in 2024, 43% above the world average of $3.14 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of multi-purpose adhesive to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $7.2 million in 2017 to $12.1 million in 2024, an increase of 69%. The peak was 2022 at $12.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $10.0 million a year.
Does Egypt also export multi-purpose adhesive?
Yes. Egypt exported $2.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Spain, Italy and Libya. On balance Egypt is a net importer of this product, by about $10.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for multi-purpose adhesive?
The HS code for multi-purpose adhesive is subheading 3506.99. It sits in HS chapter 35 (albuminoidal substances; modified starches; glues; enzymes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3506 page.
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