Plastic apparel and clothing imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Egypt imported plastic apparel and clothing worth $11.9 million (1.2 thousand tonnes). Value rose 15% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $19.5 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 | $11.9M | 1.2K t |
| 2023 | $10.3M | 823 t |
| 2022 | $13.0M | 958 t |
| 2021 | $19.5M | 3.0K t |
| 2020 | $13.9M | 2.2K t |
| 2019 | $9.0M | 1.7K t |
| 2018 | $8.1M | 1.6K t |
| 2017 | $7.3M | 1.2K t |
Where Egypt imports plastic apparel and clothing from
China alone supplied 82% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+31% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $9.7M | 82% |
| Turkey | $1.3M | 11% |
| France | $236K | 2% |
| Malaysia | $119K | 1% |
| Sri Lanka | $80K | 0.7% |
| Spain | $78K | 0.7% |
| Italy | $46K | 0.4% |
| United States | $34K | 0.3% |
| United Kingdom | $32K | 0.3% |
| Taiwan | $30K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $10.29 per kg, 62% above the world average of $6.35. 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.
Plastic apparel and clothing exports from Egypt
Exports of plastic apparel and clothing by Egypt reached $1.0 million in 2024 (171 tonnes). Most of it went to Saudi Arabia (37%), United Arab Emirates (23%), Togo (15%). Among the main buyer markets, Poland grew fastest (+289% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $382K | 38% |
| United Arab Emirates | $234K | 23% |
| Togo | $152K | 15% |
| Poland | $62K | 6% |
| Turkey | $48K | 4.7% |
| Netherlands | $25K | 2.5% |
| Jordan | $25K | 2.5% |
| Rwanda | $20K | 2% |
| Germany | $10K | 1% |
| Spain | $9K | 0.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt plastic apparel and clothing imports (HS 3926.20): 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 3926.20: Plastics: articles of apparel and clothing accessories (including gloves, mittens and mitts).
Common questions
What is the value of plastic apparel and clothing imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported plastic apparel and clothing worth $11.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 50th of 224 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 15% on 2023.
Which countries supply plastic apparel and clothing to Egypt?
China was the largest supplier with 82% of the value ($9.7 million), followed by Turkey (11%) and France (2%). The top three together account for 95%, out of 38 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 472% on the year.
What is the average import price of plastic apparel and clothing per kg?
The average declared import value was about $10.29 per kg in 2024, 62% above the world average of $6.35 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of plastic apparel and clothing to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $7.3 million in 2017 to $11.9 million in 2024, an increase of 63%. The peak was 2021 at $19.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $11.6 million a year.
Does Egypt also export plastic apparel and clothing?
Yes. Egypt exported $1.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates and Togo. On balance Egypt is a net importer of this product, by about $10.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for plastic apparel and clothing?
The HS code for plastic apparel and clothing is subheading 3926.20. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3926 page.
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