Paper and pulp articles (other) imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of paper and pulp articles (other) by Egypt reached $24.0 million in 2024 (9.2 thousand tonnes). Value fell 7% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $40.7 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 | $24.0M | 9.2K t |
| 2023 | $25.9M | 7.3K t |
| 2022 | $40.7M | 11.2K t |
| 2021 | $29.1M | 13.7K t |
| 2020 | $24.2M | 10.9K t |
| 2019 | $18.6M | 10.6K t |
| 2018 | $16.8M | 10.8K t |
| 2017 | $12.9M | 7.4K t |
Where Egypt imports paper and pulp articles (other) from
Most of the value came from India (43%), China (34%), Turkey (2%). Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest (+43% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $10.4M | 43% |
| China | $8.1M | 34% |
| Turkey | $590K | 2.5% |
| Italy | $515K | 2.2% |
| Zambia | $473K | 2% |
| Belgium | $449K | 1.9% |
| Vietnam | $426K | 1.8% |
| Germany | $339K | 1.4% |
| Netherlands | $312K | 1.3% |
| Poland | $264K | 1.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.61 per kg, close to the world average of $2.53.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Paper and pulp articles (other) exports from Egypt
Egypt exported $7.2 million of paper and pulp articles (other) in 2024 (2.4 thousand tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Libya (16%), Zambia (14%), Algeria (11%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 40%. Among the main buyer markets, Syria grew fastest (+575% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Libya | $1.1M | 16% |
| Zambia | $989K | 14% |
| Algeria | $795K | 11% |
| Jordan | $696K | 9.7% |
| Greece | $526K | 7.3% |
| Saudi Arabia | $480K | 6.7% |
| Sudan | $376K | 5.2% |
| Germany | $266K | 3.7% |
| Iraq | $255K | 3.6% |
| Syria | $217K | 3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt paper and pulp articles (other) imports (HS 4823.90): 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 4823.90: Paper pulp, paper, paperboard, cellulose wadding or webs of cellulose fibres: articles n.e.c. in heading no. 4823.
Common questions
What is the value of paper and pulp articles (other) imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported paper and pulp articles (other) worth $24.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 9.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 42nd of 223 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 7% on 2023.
Which countries supply paper and pulp articles (other) to Egypt?
India was the largest supplier with 43% of the value ($10.4 million), followed by China (34%) and Turkey (2%). The top three together account for 80%, out of 56 supplier countries in total. Poland grew fastest among the top ten, up 254% on the year.
What is the average import price of paper and pulp articles (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.61 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $2.53 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of paper and pulp articles (other) to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $12.9 million in 2017 to $24.0 million in 2024, an increase of 86%. The peak was 2022 at $40.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $24.0 million a year.
Does Egypt also export paper and pulp articles (other)?
Yes. Egypt exported $7.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Libya, Zambia and Algeria. On balance Egypt is a net importer of this product, by about $16.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for paper and pulp articles (other)?
The HS code for paper and pulp articles (other) is subheading 4823.90. 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 4823 page.
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