Paper processing machinery parts imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of paper processing machinery parts by Egypt reached $8.2 million in 2024 (497 tonnes). That is 27% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 15% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $25.1 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 | $8.2M | 497 t |
| 2023 | $11.1M | 383 t |
| 2022 | $6.9M | 391 t |
| 2021 | $11.3M | 358 t |
| 2020 | $11.7M | 492 t |
| 2019 | $12.5M | 414 t |
| 2018 | $13.3M | 365 t |
| 2017 | $25.1M | 855 t |
Where Egypt imports paper processing machinery parts from
Most of the value came from Italy (25%), Germany (21%), China (18%). Among the main suppliers, Spain grew fastest (+170% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $2.0M | 25% |
| Germany | $1.8M | 21% |
| China | $1.4M | 18% |
| Lebanon | $1.3M | 15% |
| Belgium | $288K | 3.5% |
| Spain | $243K | 3% |
| Japan | $242K | 3% |
| Netherlands | $238K | 2.9% |
| Taiwan | $132K | 1.6% |
| Switzerland | $113K | 1.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $16.48 per kg, 45% below the world average of $30.09, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Paper processing machinery parts exports from Egypt
In 2024, Egypt exported paper processing machinery parts worth $752 thousand (94 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Saudi Arabia (18%), Germany (14%), Russia (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 41%. Among the main buyer markets, Morocco grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $138K | 18% |
| Germany | $102K | 14% |
| Russia | $67K | 9% |
| Spain | $57K | 7.6% |
| Italy | $53K | 7.1% |
| Morocco | $42K | 5.6% |
| Netherlands | $42K | 5.6% |
| Algeria | $40K | 5.4% |
| Jordan | $37K | 4.9% |
| United Arab Emirates | $34K | 4.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt paper processing machinery parts imports (HS 8441.90): 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 8441.90: Machinery: parts of machinery for making up paper pulp, paper or paperboard, including cutting machines of all kinds.
Common questions
What is the value of paper processing machinery parts imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported paper processing machinery parts worth $8.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 497 tonnes. That ranks it 45th of 189 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 27% on 2023.
Which countries supply paper processing machinery parts to Egypt?
Italy was the largest supplier with 25% of the value ($2.0 million), followed by Germany (21%) and China (18%). The top three together account for 64%, out of 28 supplier countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 170% on the year.
What is the average import price of paper processing machinery parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $16.48 per kg in 2024, 45% below the world average of $30.09 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of paper processing machinery parts to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $25.1 million in 2017 to $8.2 million in 2024, a fall of 67%. The peak was 2017 at $25.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $12.5 million a year.
Does Egypt also export paper processing machinery parts?
Yes. Egypt exported $752 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, Germany and Russia. On balance Egypt is a net importer of this product, by about $7.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for paper processing machinery parts?
The HS code for paper processing machinery parts is subheading 8441.90. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8441 page.
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