Paper tablecloths and napkins exports from Egypt: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Egypt exported paper tablecloths and napkins worth $6.4 million (5.1 thousand tonnes). That is 124% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 30% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $6.4M | 5.1K t |
| 2023 | $2.9M | 1.3K t |
| 2022 | $645K | 339 t |
| 2021 | $549K | 232 t |
| 2020 | $430K | 345 t |
| 2019 | $1.8M | 1.2K t |
| 2018 | $1.2M | 1.1K t |
| 2017 | $1.0M | 830 t |
Where Egypt exports paper tablecloths and napkins to
Saudi Arabia alone took 73% of it. Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $4.7M | 73% |
| United States | $1.4M | 22% |
| Kenya | $223K | 3.5% |
| Honduras | $22K | 0.3% |
| Greece | $21K | 0.3% |
| Mauritius | $21K | 0.3% |
| Morocco | $17K | 0.3% |
| Germany | $12K | 0.2% |
| Sweden | $3K | 0.1% |
| China | $1K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.25 per kg, 58% below the world average of $2.98, 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.
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The shipment records behind Egypt paper tablecloths and napkins exports (HS 4818.30): 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 4818.30: Paper articles: tablecloths and serviettes, of paper, cellulose wadding or fibres.
Common questions
What is the value of paper tablecloths and napkins exported by Egypt?
Egypt exported paper tablecloths and napkins worth $6.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 28th of 156 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 124% on 2023.
Which countries buy paper tablecloths and napkins from Egypt?
Saudi Arabia was the largest buyer with 73% of the value ($4.7 million), followed by the United States (22%) and Kenya (3%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 26 buyer countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 498% on the year.
What is the average export price of paper tablecloths and napkins per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.25 per kg in 2024, 58% below the world average of $2.98 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of paper tablecloths and napkins from Egypt changed since 2017?
Exports went from $1.0 million in 2017 to $6.4 million in 2024, an increase of 524%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for paper tablecloths and napkins?
The HS code for paper tablecloths and napkins is subheading 4818.30. 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 4818 page.
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