Paint brush imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Egypt imported paint brush worth $2.5 million (233 tonnes). Value rose 44% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $4.7 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 | $2.5M | 233 t |
| 2023 | $1.7M | 264 t |
| 2022 | $1.8M | 252 t |
| 2021 | $4.7M | 729 t |
| 2020 | $3.3M | 532 t |
| 2019 | $3.0M | 349 t |
| 2018 | $2.2M | 249 t |
| 2017 | $3.5M | 356 t |
Where Egypt imports paint brush from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 89% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+66% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.2M | 89% |
| Turkey | $236K | 9.5% |
| Germany | $15K | 0.6% |
| United Kingdom | $3K | 0.1% |
| United States | $3K | 0.1% |
| South Korea | $3K | 0.1% |
| Italy | $2K | 0.1% |
| Spain | $1K | 0% |
| Netherlands | $1K | 0% |
| Singapore | $1K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $10.70 per kg, 76% above the world average of $6.08. 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.
Paint brush exports from Egypt
Egypt exported $304 thousand of paint brush in 2024 (42 tonnes). Most of it went to Canada (30%), United Kingdom (30%), Lebanon (21%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $91K | 30% |
| United Kingdom | $90K | 30% |
| Lebanon | $65K | 21% |
| Libya | $25K | 8.4% |
| United States | $25K | 8.1% |
| Tunisia | $4K | 1.4% |
| Ireland | $1K | 0.4% |
| Austria | $1K | 0.4% |
| Nigeria | $1K | 0.3% |
| Saudi Arabia | $1K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt paint brush imports (HS 9603.40): 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 9603.40: Brushes: paint, distemper, varnish or similar brushes (not those of item no. 9603.30), paint pads and rollers.
Common questions
What is the value of paint brush imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported paint brush worth $2.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 233 tonnes. That ranks it 69th of 221 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 44% on 2023.
Which countries supply paint brush to Egypt?
China was the largest supplier with 89% of the value ($2.2 million), followed by Turkey (9%) and Germany (1%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 17 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 66% on the year.
What is the average import price of paint brush per kg?
The average declared import value was about $10.70 per kg in 2024, 76% above the world average of $6.08 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of paint brush to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.5 million in 2017 to $2.5 million in 2024, a fall of 29%. The peak was 2021 at $4.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.8 million a year.
Does Egypt also export paint brush?
Yes. Egypt exported $304 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, the United Kingdom and Lebanon. On balance Egypt is a net importer of this product, by about $2.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for paint brush?
The HS code for paint brush is subheading 9603.40. It sits in HS chapter 96 (miscellaneous manufactured articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9603 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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