Paper spools and bobbins imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of paper spools and bobbins by Egypt reached $6.2 million in 2024 (5.0 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 13% less 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 | $6.2M | 5.0K t |
| 2023 | $7.1M | 5.1K t |
| 2022 | $7.0M | 5.4K t |
| 2021 | $7.2M | 6.5K t |
| 2020 | $6.0M | 5.8K t |
| 2019 | $5.8M | 6.0K t |
| 2018 | $6.3M | 6.4K t |
| 2017 | $5.7M | 6.2K t |
Where Egypt imports paper spools and bobbins from
Most of the value came from Turkey (44%), Germany (26%), Saudi Arabia (9%). Among the main suppliers, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+66% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $2.8M | 44% |
| Germany | $1.6M | 26% |
| Saudi Arabia | $551K | 8.9% |
| Indonesia | $439K | 7.1% |
| Italy | $421K | 6.8% |
| India | $199K | 3.2% |
| China | $125K | 2% |
| Greece | $37K | 0.6% |
| Spain | $36K | 0.6% |
| United Arab Emirates | $29K | 0.5% |
Product types under HS 4822
| 4822.90 | Paper pulp, paper or paperboard: bobbins, spools, cops and similar supports, other than of a kind used for winding textile yarn (whether or not… | 81% |
| 4822.10 | Paper pulp, paper or paperboard: bobbins, spools, cops and similar supports, of a kind used for winding textile yarn (whether or not perforated or… | 19% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 4822.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.25 per kg, close to the world average of $1.42.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Paper spools and bobbins exports from Egypt
Exports of paper spools and bobbins by Egypt reached $1.2 million in 2024 (1.0 thousand tonnes). Most of it went to Cote d'Ivoire (14%), Lebanon (12%), Palestine (11%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 37%. Among the main buyer markets, Palestine grew fastest (+267% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Cote d'Ivoire | $177K | 14% |
| Lebanon | $147K | 12% |
| Palestine | $136K | 11% |
| Saudi Arabia | $113K | 9.2% |
| Libya | $104K | 8.4% |
| Jordan | $90K | 7.3% |
| Israel | $90K | 7.3% |
| Uganda | $86K | 6.9% |
| Kenya | $75K | 6.1% |
| Ghana | $69K | 5.6% |
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 4822: Bobbins, spools, cops and similar supports of paper pulp, paper or paperboard (whether or not perforated or hardened).
Common questions
What is the value of paper spools and bobbins imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported paper spools and bobbins worth $6.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 21st of 182 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 13% on 2023.
Which countries supply paper spools and bobbins to Egypt?
Turkey was the largest supplier with 44% of the value ($2.8 million), followed by Germany (26%) and Saudi Arabia (9%). The top three together account for 79%, out of 13 supplier countries in total. Saudi Arabia grew fastest among the top ten, up 66% on the year.
What is the average import price of paper spools and bobbins per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.25 per kg in 2024, 12% below the world average of $1.42 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 spools and bobbins to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.7 million in 2017 to $6.2 million in 2024, an increase of 8%. The peak was 2021 at $7.2 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Egypt also export paper spools and bobbins?
Yes. Egypt exported $1.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Cote d'Ivoire, Lebanon and Palestine. On balance Egypt is a net importer of this product, by about $5.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for paper spools and bobbins?
The HS code for paper spools and bobbins is heading 4822. In Egypt the largest six-digit codes were 4822.90 (81% of the value) and 4822.10 (19%). 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 4822 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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