Phenol-formaldehyde resins exports from Egypt: data, top buyers and prices
Egypt exported $15.4 million of phenol-formaldehyde resins in 2024 (4.9 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Value rose 5734% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 29% 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 | $15.4M | 4.9K t |
| 2023 | $263K | 368 t |
| 2022 | $330K | 137 t |
| 2021 | $157K | 142 t |
| 2020 | $1.4M | 1.2K t |
| 2019 | $1.3M | 1.1K t |
| 2018 | $2.0M | 1.5K t |
| 2017 | $2.6M | 2.9K t |
Where Egypt exports phenol-formaldehyde resins to
Algeria alone took 74% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Algeria | $11.3M | 74% |
| Kenya | $1.4M | 9.4% |
| Israel | $625K | 4.1% |
| Guatemala | $461K | 3% |
| Tanzania | $451K | 2.9% |
| Morocco | $434K | 2.8% |
| Uganda | $371K | 2.4% |
| Tunisia | $65K | 0.4% |
| Argentina | $64K | 0.4% |
| South Africa | $46K | 0.3% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.13 per kg, 46% above the world average of $2.15. 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.
Phenol-formaldehyde resins imports to Egypt
Imports of phenol-formaldehyde resins by Egypt reached $5.0 million in 2024 (2.0 thousand tonnes). The largest suppliers were China (24%), India (22%), Singapore (12%). Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest (+301% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.2M | 24% |
| India | $1.1M | 22% |
| Singapore | $579K | 12% |
| Germany | $530K | 11% |
| Turkey | $324K | 6.5% |
| United Kingdom | $323K | 6.5% |
| Belgium | $250K | 5% |
| France | $218K | 4.4% |
| Portugal | $98K | 2% |
| Slovenia | $85K | 1.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt phenol-formaldehyde resins exports (HS 3909.40): 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 3909.40: Phenolic resins: in primary forms.
Common questions
What is the value of phenol-formaldehyde resins exported by Egypt?
Egypt exported phenol-formaldehyde resins worth $15.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 23rd of 95 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports.
Which countries buy phenol-formaldehyde resins from Egypt?
Algeria was the largest buyer with 74% of the value ($11.3 million), followed by Kenya (9%) and Israel (4%). The top three together account for 87%, out of 13 buyer countries in total. Tanzania grew fastest among the top ten, up 953% on the year.
What is the average export price of phenol-formaldehyde resins per kg?
The average declared export value was about $3.13 per kg in 2024, 46% above the world average of $2.15 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of phenol-formaldehyde resins from Egypt changed since 2017?
Exports went from $2.6 million in 2017 to $15.4 million in 2024, an increase of 486%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $2.9 million a year.
Does Egypt also import phenol-formaldehyde resins?
Yes. Egypt imported $5.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, India and Singapore. On balance Egypt is a net exporter of this product, by about $10.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for phenol-formaldehyde resins?
The HS code for phenol-formaldehyde resins is subheading 3909.40. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3909 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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