Paper labels imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of paper labels by Egypt reached $35.9 million in 2024 (2.4 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 16% more than in 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 | $35.9M | 2.4K t |
| 2023 | $30.8M | 1.9K t |
| 2022 | $25.6M | 1.7K t |
| 2021 | $29.9M | 2.7K t |
| 2020 | $28.5M | 4.0K t |
| 2019 | $28.4M | 2.9K t |
| 2018 | $28.2M | 2.8K t |
| 2017 | $21.6M | 2.5K t |
Where Egypt imports paper labels from
Most of the value came from Turkey (40%), China (31%), United Arab Emirates (6%). Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+59% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $14.2M | 40% |
| China | $11.2M | 31% |
| United Arab Emirates | $2.3M | 6.3% |
| Hong Kong | $1.7M | 4.9% |
| Germany | $1.5M | 4.2% |
| India | $677K | 1.9% |
| Sweden | $575K | 1.6% |
| United States | $513K | 1.4% |
| Italy | $416K | 1.2% |
| Spain | $308K | 0.9% |
Product types under HS 4821
| 4821.10 | Paper and paperboard: labels or all kinds, printed | 67% |
| 4821.90 | Paper and paperboard: labels of all kinds, unprinted | 33% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 4821.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $15.18 per kg, 147% above the world average of $6.14. 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.
Paper labels exports from Egypt
Egypt exported $424 thousand of paper labels in 2024 (80 tonnes). Most of it went to Libya (27%), Saudi Arabia (26%), Turkey (13%). Among the main buyer markets, Libya grew fastest (+590% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Libya | $114K | 27% |
| Saudi Arabia | $109K | 26% |
| Turkey | $57K | 13% |
| Morocco | $33K | 7.8% |
| Sweden | $12K | 2.9% |
| Vietnam | $12K | 2.7% |
| Greece | $11K | 2.6% |
| Tunisia | $10K | 2.2% |
| Hungary | $8K | 1.8% |
| Brazil | $6K | 1.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
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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 4821: Paper or paperboard labels of all kinds, whether or not printed.
Common questions
What is the value of paper labels imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported paper labels worth $35.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 39th of 222 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 16% on 2023.
Which countries supply paper labels to Egypt?
Turkey was the largest supplier with 40% of the value ($14.2 million), followed by China (31%) and the United Arab Emirates (6%). The top three together account for 77%, out of 61 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 59% on the year.
What is the average import price of paper labels per kg?
The average declared import value was about $15.18 per kg in 2024, 147% above the world average of $6.14 per kg. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so it blends every grade and size; use it as a benchmark, not a quote. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
How have imports of paper labels to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $21.6 million in 2017 to $35.9 million in 2024, an increase of 66%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Egypt also export paper labels?
Yes. Egypt exported $424 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Libya, Saudi Arabia and Turkey. On balance Egypt is a net importer of this product, by about $35.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for paper labels?
The HS code for paper labels is heading 4821. In Egypt the largest six-digit codes were 4821.10 (67% of the value) and 4821.90 (33%). 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 4821 page.
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